Legend of the Seeker (2008 – 2010)

2008 • 2 seasons • Drama, Action & Adventure • TV-14

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Legend of the Seeker — Season 1

Nov 1, 2008First aired
22 episodesin this season
42mavg. runtime

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42mProphecyA chance encounter with the enigmatic Confessor Kahlan sets in motion a chain of events for Richard Cypher. He learns of an ancient prophecy, one that designates him as the first true Seeker in over a thousand years. This revelation unfolds amidst the shadow of his father's death and a burgeoning destiny. Alongside the wise wizard Zedd, Richard and Kahlan must now confront the formidable Darken Rahl, a ruthless tyrant poised to unleash an ancient evil upon the world. Their quest becomes a despeNov 1, 20086.0Nov 1, 200842m6.0 02

42mDestinyDriven by the hope of reclaiming the Book of Counted Shadows, Richard pursues Fane, employing the cunning gleaned from the wisdom of wizards.Nov 1, 2008Nov 1, 200842m 03

42mBountyHe sought to understand the methods by which they were tracking him, while Richard and Kahlan endeavored to aid a young woman whose brother had fallen prey to a legendary beast.Nov 8, 2008Nov 8, 200842m 04

42mBrennidonHe found himself drawn back to Brennidon, his birthplace. This homecoming stirred something within the D’Harans, prompting them to seek him out, a ripple effect of longing and perhaps a touch of urgency.Nov 15, 2008Nov 15, 200842m 05

42mListenerA peculiar child possessed a gift – the ability to perceive the thoughts of others simply by meeting their gaze. The weight of this unusual burden led them to a desperate situation, and a daring rescue was orchestrated. In a world where secrets often lay hidden, this extraordinary child’s unique perception became the key to saving a life.Nov 22, 2008Nov 22, 200842m 06

42mElixirA shadow fell upon the land, not from a conquering army, but from a corruption within the very fabric of magic itself. The village of Drendril, once a beacon of peaceful artistry, now trembled under the influence of dark arts. As Zedd, the village’s protector and heart, was ensnared by a treacherous wizard, the fate of Drendril hung precariously in the balance. The villagers, desperate and afraid, found themselves facing an impossible choice. They had to rally, to find strength in unity, andNov 29, 2008Nov 29, 200842m 07

42mIdentityThe Seeker’s demise prompted a sorceress named Shota to temporarily exchange Richard’s identity with that of a merchant’s son.Dec 6, 2008Dec 6, 200842m 08

42mDennaDenna, a Mord'sith of formidable power, could deflect any spell aimed at her. She was the key to a desperate situation, a beacon of hope in a world consumed by conflict.Jan 10, 2009Jan 10, 200942m 09

42mPuppeteerHe moved with a practiced grace, a shadow against the ancient stone. The task before him was clear: to claim the final Box of Orden. He would outwit Darken Rahl, using every skill at his disposal to secure the artifact.Jan 17, 2009Jan 17, 200942m 10

42mSacrificeThe air hung thick with unspoken tension as Kahlan stood before the imposing gates of the D'Haran prison. Her sister, Dennee, was held within, a fragile hope against the encroaching darkness. Each stone of the fortress seemed to whisper of despair, yet Kahlan’s resolve remained unyielding. With a shared glance, she and lanse prepared to breach the defenses, their movements fluid and purposeful, a dance of defiance against overwhelming odds. They moved with practiced precision, navigating the labJan 24, 2009Jan 24, 200942m 11

42mConfessionA missive arrived, summoning the resistance leader's aid. A grim pattern had emerged: deaths, cloaked as accidents, surrounding him. The message was a plea, carried on the wings of desperation. Elsewhere, Zedd made a journey, a pilgrimage of sorts to his family. He sought a specific object, a task undertaken with quiet purpose.Jan 31, 2009Jan 31, 200942m 12

42mHomeDarken Rahl, seeking the third Box of Orden, commanded his wizard, Giller, to cast the Spell of the Lying Moon. The spell enveloped Richard in a dreamlike trance, a desperate attempt to unlock the box's hidden location.Feb 21, 2009Feb 21, 200942m 13

42mRevenantThe truth behind the thousand-year-old legend of the Seeker is revealed.Feb 28, 2009Feb 28, 200942m 14

42mHartlandHe emerged from the D’Haren labor camp, seeking out Richard and Kahlan, and recounted the escalating troubles with the Gar, the border now vulnerable. Together, the three journeyed back to Hartland, only to discover a landscape irrevocably altered from the one Richard had known.Mar 7, 2009Mar 7, 200942m 15

42mConversionThey journeyed toward the D’haran fortress, their destination the prison of Chase’s family, where Darken Rahl’s archwizard conducted cruel experiments. Infiltration proved successful, and the Seeker finally confronted his nemesis, just as a terrible, unforeseen power erupted.Mar 14, 2009Mar 14, 200942m 16

42mBloodlineRichard found himself in a familiar predicament: attempting to safeguard the Box of Orden from Darken Rahl’s grasp. Yet, amidst the struggle, a new understanding of his connection to Zedd began to emerge.Mar 21, 2009Mar 21, 200942m 17

42mDeceptionHe journeyed to the stronghold of the Darken, a desperate hope in his heart. He and Kahlen had uncovered a terrible truth: Darken Rahl was wielding forbidden magic against the very people he claimed to protect. Now, he had to infiltrate their ranks, a lone figure venturing into the shadows to save countless lives. He sought to expose the darkness that had corrupted their cause, risking everything to bring light to a world consumed by deception.Mar 28, 2009Mar 28, 200942m 18

42mMirrorCloaked in illusion, they descended upon the unsuspecting townspeople, a deceptive pair masquerading as heroes. Their every gesture, every word, was a carefully crafted lie designed to lull their victims into a false sense of security. But fate, it seemed, had a different plan. The presence of the true Seeker and Confessor ignited a desperate ambition within them – an opportunity to seize the legendary Sword of Truth.Apr 25, 2009Apr 25, 200942m 19

42mCursedTo ward off the D’Harans, King Gregor sought the aid of the sorcerer Shota, persuading him to transform the king into a fearsome beast with the setting sun. This act, however, created a perilous dilemma for Richard, as the intended ferocity took an unforeseen and tragic turn.May 2, 2009May 2, 200942m 20

42mSanctuaryKahlan, Zedd, and their companions raced against time to locate a duplicate of the Book of Counted Shadows, desperate to prevent Darken Rahl from seizing it.May 9, 2009May 9, 200942m 21

42mFeverRahl seized Richard’s sister, Jennsen, and poisoned her heart against him. Simultaneously, Richard, Kahlan, and Zedd worked to alleviate the suffering of the villagers as Rahl unleashed a devastating plague upon them.May 16, 2009May 16, 200942m 22

42mReckoningRahl and his Mord'Sith broke the moment, interrupting Richard and Kahlan as they prepared to unleash the power of Orden – a power meant to destroy the tyrant once and for all.May 23, 2009May 23, 200942m