The essential episodes of .hack
Watch these 15 in order and you've got .hack — each pick states its reason.
- 01
Tsukasa is trapped in an MMORPG called The World. With his conscious inaccessible, Tsukasa attempts to find his purpose for being in the game.
- 02
An elite hacker proves instrumental in the quest for the Key of the Twilight, and Tsukasa gets stuck with a sick Grunty.
- 03
Bear's shortcomings as a father may be the root of his concern for Tsukasa. Clues arise as the search for the Key of the Twilight continues.
- 04
Mimiru, Bear, and Tsukasa join forces before embarking on a non-fighting quest.
- 05
Revisit all the major moments from this groundbreaking anime in a series of vivid flashbacks that may shed new light on past events!
- 06
Tsukasa logs back into The World, only to discover that he cannot die. Shocked, he turns to Subaru for answers.
- 07
Silver Knight disrupts any and all potential rendezvous between Subaru and Tsukasa. Subaru ponders the future of the Crimson Knights.
- 08
Subaru drifts aimlessly through The World, reflecting on her past experiences. Her connection with Tsukasa grows even stronger after an unexpected attack.
- 09
Aura goes missing, Morganna attacks Tsukasa, and the search for the Key of the Twilight continues.
- 10
Tsukasa lingers in a catatonic state, and some immensely powerful monsters make their presence felt in The World.
- 11
Tsukasa is too frightened to pass through Helba's gate, and Crim explains Subaru's true life condition.
- 12
Upon arriving in Helba's realm – Net Slum – the group is forced to defend Subaru from an attack by Morganna.
- 13
As the battle intensifies, the group seeks shelter in the Cathedral. Morganna summons Guardians to do her bidding.
- 14
Drawing strength from Subaru, Tsukasa summons the courage to awaken Aura. Outside of The World, players share a true life encounter.
- 15
Haseo reappears after his hiatus only to receive devastating news about Phyllo. Tabby finally discovers the confidence to make her own decisions, and informs Haseo she has decided to become a nurse in order to save Shino. Now, Haseo is alone with only his memories to keep him company.
