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The Vision of Escaflowne — Season 1
- Apr 2, 1996First aired
- 26 episodesin this season
- 25mavg. runtime
#Episode nameAir dateRuntimeRating
01
25mFateful ConfessionIt was on one unremarkable afternoon that high school sprinter Hitomi Kanzaki was struck by a sudden, unsettling glimpse of another realm. Shortly after, her best friend revealed a startling truth: Amano, the track team’s shining star whom she secretly admired, was about to leave for overseas. Acting purely on impulse, she approached him the following day and proposed a challenge – her first kiss, if she could run the 100-meter dash in thirteen seconds. But as she began her sprint, something extApr 2, 19967.5Apr 2, 199625m7.502
25mThe Girl From the Mystic MoonA beam of light swept Hitomi and Prince Van away to the world of Gaea, where Earth hangs in the night sky as the "Mystic Moon." Van returned to the capital of Fanelia, bearing the Energist crystal wrested from a dragon, ready for his coronation. Yet, as the ceremony began, the Zaibach Empire launched an invasion with their Guymelef Alseides mecha. Now, at his mentor Balgus’s urging, Van must claim Escaflowne, the legendary guardian of Fanelia.Apr 9, 19968.7Apr 9, 199625m8.703
25mThe Gallant SwordsmanLost and adrift in the neighboring nation of Asturia, Hitomi and Van found themselves unexpectedly separated. A handsome knight intervened when a thief – with an unsettlingly suggestive gaze – attempted to accost Hitomi. Adding to Hitomi’s bewilderment was Allen's striking resemblance to Amano; it did little to clarify her situation. Further complicating matters, Van and Allen engaged in a duel, not once but twice, their rivalry simmering beneath the surface.Apr 16, 19969.0Apr 16, 199625m9.004
25mThe Diabolical AdonisAgain, Hitomi is struck by a troubling premonition, this time depicting Allen’s fortress consumed by fire. Van finds his attendant, Merle – a catgirl who had fled Fanelia's devastation – and they are reunited, though both subsequently fall ill. They eventually recover, only for Hitomi’s vision to manifest: Zaibach launches an invasion, led by a devilishly youthful commander named Dilandau...Apr 23, 19969.3Apr 23, 199625m9.305
25mThe Seal of the BrothersFollowing his capture by Dilandau and the Dragon Slayers, Van finds himself imprisoned within the Zaibach floating fortress, Vione. There, the Zaibach strategist Folken reveals himself and attempts to draw Van into the empire’s service. By fortunate circumstance, Hitomi utilizes her divining abilities to locate the Vione, allowing Allen's ship, the *Crusade*, to launch a daring rescue mission...Apr 30, 19969.3Apr 30, 199625m9.306
25mCity of IntrigueFollowing the arduous rescue, Hitomi and Van’s company sought sanctuary in Paras, Allen's home and the capital of Asturia. Their arrival, however, was overshadowed by the presence of Zaibach forces and their diplomatic overtures to King Aston – a delicate matter given the non-aggression pact between Zaibach and Asturia. Folken arranged a private meeting with Van, hoping to persuade him to embrace the Zaibach cause. Simultaneously, Dilandau plotted retribution for the severe facial scar Van had iMay 7, 19969.0May 7, 199625m9.007
25mUnexpected PartingsFollowing a gladiatorial contest designed to test the legendary power of the Ispano-built Guymelef Escaflowne, King Aston welcomed Omi and his companions into the royal palace. The king prepared to betroth his third daughter, Millerna, to the son of a wealthy merchant, but Hitomi observed with surprise the subtle affection exchanged between Millerna and Allen. Simultaneously, those seeking to draw Escaflowne from its defenses seized their chance, attempting to capture Hitomi.May 14, 19969.3May 14, 199625m9.308
25mThe Day the Angel FlewFollowing Dilandau’s destructive rampage, Hitomi, Van, and his attendant Merle were compelled to leave Paras. Allen remains imprisoned, accused of aiding their escape, while Millerna discovers that Zaibach intends to invade Freid. As Millerna strives to secure Allen's release and alert Freid to the impending danger, Hitomi’s group attempts to sabotage a Zaibach Energist quarry. The unfolding chaos precipitates an unexpected revelation – one of them is forced to disclose a long-held secret.May 21, 19969.3May 21, 199625m9.309
25mMemories of a FeatherA single feather falling from Van stirs memories within Hitomi, bringing into view the courtship of his parents and glimpses of his childhood. The Dragon Slayers pursue and engage the Escaflowne, and then Allen manifests, seemingly answering Hitomi’s silent plea for aid. Sadly, he gives his life to shield her from a ricocheting blast of liquid metal. Just as despair threatens to overwhelm them, Millerna arrives, ready to employ her developing medical abilities to tend to Allen's injuries...May 28, 19969.3May 28, 199625m9.310
25mThe Blue Eyed PrinceHaving tended to Allen’s injuries with skilled care, Millerna directed the company toward Freid, the kingdom where her eldest sister, Marlene, had married into its ruling house. There they encountered Prince Chid, Marlene's son—a boy with wide, trusting eyes who still cherished the tales his mother used to tell him of the renowned knight Allen…Jun 4, 19969.3Jun 4, 199625m9.311
25mProphecy of DeathA shadow of betrayal hangs over Hitomi and her companions, and the elusive Zaibach operative, Zongi—now disguised as a high priest of Freid Praktu—is dispatched to delve into her thoughts. As he probes, Hitomi unveils the truth of her birth on the Mystic Moon, but sudden visions of Zongi’s own history intrude, alongside a prophecy foretelling death that plunges her into a state resembling lifelessness.Jun 11, 19969.3Jun 11, 199625m9.312
25mThe Secret DoorHaving cleared themselves of blame, Hitomi’s companions are received by Duke Freid, the newly returned ruler of Freid, who grants them an audience at his palace. Drawing upon their insights, Freid begins to prepare for the looming invasion from Zaibach. Simultaneously, Millerna uncovers a hidden door within her sister Marlene's music box; behind it lies a diary—a record detailing Millerna and Allen’s shared history.Jun 18, 19968.7Jun 18, 199625m8.713
25mRed DestinyThe devastation wrought by Zaibach reached the capital of Freid, forcing the duke and Prince Chid to flee with Hitomi’s company toward Fortona temple, nestled in the countryside. There, the monks bestowed upon the duke a sword said to unlock the ancient legend of Atlantis' power. Folken, meanwhile, steered the Zaibach forces directly towards the temple, determined to seize the weapon and bring about the bloody conflict that Hitomi had foreseen.Jun 25, 19969.0Jun 25, 199625m9.014
25mDangerous WoundsIn their final confrontation, Van sustained grievous injuries, a discovery that Hitomi made with chilling precision – they mirrored the damage suffered by Escaflowne itself. Just as despair began to settle, Dryden, Millerna’s intended, arrived, drawing upon his understanding of forgotten technologies to call forth Escaflowne's original creators. The Ispano meticulously repaired the mecha, and in doing so, mended the pilot whose life was bound to its own through a shared blood pact. Renewed and sJul 2, 19969.3Jul 2, 199625m9.315
25mLost ParadiseVan is drawn into the realm of the departed, prompting Hitomi’s journey to bring him back – a quest undertaken after she experiences a vision of Atlantis's ruin. The lingering effects of their last conflict leave Dilandau shaken and disoriented; therefore, Folken dispatches Naria and Eriya, the fiercely devoted leopard twins who are directly under his command, to pursue the mission of seizing Escaflowne.Jul 9, 19969.3Jul 9, 199625m9.316
25mThe Guided OnesDryden uncovered the whereabouts of the Mystic Valley – and, it’s said, the gateway to Atlantis itself – within Allen’s father’s journals. As he did so, Allen wrestled with his long-held resentment towards the man who had vanished from his life, while Hitomi learned that her own grandmother had once journeyed to Gaea. Their progress was shadowed by Folken's airborne fortress, until Hitomi’s pendant and a heartfelt prayer conjured an opening – a portal leading directly to Atlantis.Jul 16, 19969.0Jul 16, 199625m9.017
25mThe Edge of the WorldWithin the submerged ruins of fabled Atlantis, Hitomi, Van, and Allen found themselves confronted by echoes of their past—Hitomi’s grandmother, Van’s mother, Balgus, and Allen’s sister and father all appeared before them. Simultaneously, Hitomi witnessed the unfolding history of Atlantis itself, from the initial creation of the thought-realizing Machine to the birth of Gaea, culminating in the city's ultimate demise.Jul 23, 19969.3Jul 23, 199625m9.318
25mThe Gravity of DestinyWith a newly gifted Energist from his mother, Van found himself swept away with Hitomi and Allen to Dornkirk’s fortress as the man attempted to activate his Destiny-Altering Device. There, before the stunned trio, Dornkirk laid bare his motives – an explanation for Zaibach's actions that appeared, at least on the surface, to be driven by a genuine desire for good.Jul 30, 19969.3Jul 30, 199625m9.319
25mOperation Golden Rule of LoveThree weeks had elapsed since Hitomi, Van, and Allen’s trials within Dornkirk’s fortress, and now all of Asturia braced itself for Millerna and Dryden’s wedding while fretting over King Aston’s declining health. A hesitant declaration from Van, a confession that fell just short of love, left Hitomi disheartened and exposed her to Folken's assessment of the Destiny-Altering Device.Aug 6, 19968.7Aug 6, 199625m8.720
25mFalse VowsWith her impending marriage to Dryden foremost in her thoughts, Millerna sought a tarot reading from Omi regarding its future. Hitomi divined a prophecy of misfortune and calamity, but chose instead to tell Millerna of a joyous destiny awaiting her. She held onto the belief that her own positive thoughts and unwavering faith might alter fate and rewrite the prediction. This hope was abruptly dashed by the arrival of Naria and Eriya, soldiers blessed with extraordinary fortune, at the wedding cerAug 13, 19969.0Aug 13, 199625m9.021
25mReaction of FortuneHitomi yielded herself into the hands of the twin Zaibach leopard girls, but the sudden return of sunlight triggered a crippling reaction within the soldiers augmented by fortune. Naria plummeted back towards Asturia, returning on foot to the royal castle with the intent of recapturing Hitomi. Yet, the lingering consequences of the fortune-enhancement process continued to plague her and Eriya, ultimately prompting Folken to question his own convictions.Aug 20, 19969.3Aug 20, 199625m9.322
25mThe Black Winged AngelThe royal council of Asturia grappled with a weighty decision: whether to yield to Zaibach's dominion or raise arms against the empire. Meanwhile, Folken called Van and Hitomi back to the desolate remains of Fanelia—a place whose ruin he had unwittingly fostered. Within those shattered ruins, the brothers and Hitomi found themselves confronting two dragons, at which point Folken unveiled the truth behind his vanishing ten years prior, during the traditional dragon-slaying ritual preceding the coAug 27, 19969.0Aug 27, 199625m9.023
25mStorm PremonitionAsturia and its surrounding nations have resolved to combine their strength in opposition to Zaibach, bracing for conflict. Folken has pledged his support to this alliance against Zaibach, offering his considerable skill and understanding, though Van remains skeptical and burdened by past grievances. Now, Dilandau at long last returns, poised to launch a preemptive attack upon the amassed forces at Rampant Port and confront Van once more.Sep 3, 19968.7Sep 3, 199625m8.724
25mFateful DecisionWhen Hitomi wished for escape from this relentless conflict, she found herself returned to Earth. It was once again the day before she would make that pivotal confession to Amano, and inevitably meet Van. Reliving those moments meant a reunion with Van, but also carried the danger of wounding her dearest friend, Yukari, and plunging back into the war.Sep 10, 19968.7Sep 10, 199625m8.725
25mZone of Absolute FortuneThe decisive clash between Zaibach and its adversaries rages on. Despite the Basram forces unleashing their ultimate weapon – a catastrophic Energist bomb – the conflict shows no sign of easing. Folken concludes that the only path to ending the war lies in confronting Dornkirk directly, and dismantling his ambition for the Sphere of Absolute Fortune.Sep 17, 19969.0Sep 17, 199625m9.026
25mEternal LoveAt long last, Dornkirk’s ambition to restore Atlantis appears fulfilled as the Sphere of Absolute Fortune extends its influence across the battlefield and throughout the world of Gaea. Yet, the war does not conclude; the Destiny-Altering Device merely manifests the combatants' aggressive intentions into being. Ultimately, the fate of Gaea rests with a girl from the Mystic Moon and a dragon with wings as white as snow.Sep 24, 19969.0Sep 24, 199625m9.0
