Fushigi Yugi: The Mysterious Play

Season 1

Miaka, a junior high school student in Tokyo, has normal problems: fights with her mom, entrance exams, and deciding where she's going to go eat with her friends. But when she finds a mysterious book in the library, her life is changed forever when she and her best friend are transported inside!

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52 Episodes

The Girl of Legend
E1
The Girl of LegendInstead of finding textbooks to study with, Miaka Yuki finds an old book which turns out to be rather absorbing--literally.
The Priestess of Suzaku
E2
The Priestess of SuzakuAn encounter with the Emperor of Konan leads to Miaka discovering her purpose and her destiny in this new world.
The Seven Stars of Suzaku
E3
The Seven Stars of SuzakuMiaka must find the seven Celestial Warriors, and she already has two. The third soon reveals himself, but it's not a joyous occasion.
Missing Love
E4
Missing LoveMiaka comes to understand Nuriko's true feelings, and in assisting him, learns Hotohori's true feelings as well. But Tamahome's true feelings are still elusive.
Bewildered Heartbeat
E5
Bewildered HeartbeatIn order to return her to her own world, the Celestial Warriors accompany Miaka to a mountain where Taiitsukun, a being said to control the universe, is said to reside.
Even If I Die
E6
Even If I DieTrapped in a mirror, Miaka faces herself in an all too literal way. When her shadow steps from the mirror to torment her friends, Miaka must make a difficult choice.
Going Home
E7
Going HomeTaiitsukun takes Hotohori, Nuriko, Tamahome, and Miaka to her palace atop Mt. Taikyoku where her assistants, the Nyan-Nyans, four identical young girls, patch up Hotohori's wounds and the other's as well.
Brief Parting
E8
Brief PartingMiaka returns home, only to find herself restless. She struggles with deciding where she belongs. And Yui seems to have disappeared... but where to?
Enemies Unseen
E9
Enemies UnseenBack in the world of the book, Miaka visits the home of Tamahome. However, Miaka soon learns that things have changed, as an assassin from another country targets her.
Looking for Yui
E10
Looking for YuiTroubled by advice from Chichiri, and in search of the missing Yui, Miaka travels to Kuto alone, leaving Tamahome with an aching heart.
Priestess of Seiryuu
E11
Priestess of SeiryuuMiaka is the Priestess of Suzaku, but it turns out that Yui has been keeping her own secrets-and this one is especially huge. With the two of them sharing so much in common, can their friendship survive?
Only You
E12
Only YouThough distraught over Yui's pain and rage, Miaka commits herself once again to assembling the Suzaku Seven... and to Tamahome.
For the Sake of Love
E13
For the Sake of LoveTamahome gives himself to the Kuto Empire in order to buy Miaka time to find the other Suzaku Seven. Miaka's search doesn't go smoothly, however.
Wolf in the Fortress
E14
Wolf in the FortressAs Miaka narrows her search for the fifth Celestial Warrior (among a group of bandits, where she is nearly raped), she is kidnapped by a wolf-like man who claims to be the rightful leader of the bandits.
The City of Resurrection
E15
The City of ResurrectionAfter learning that Tasuki may be dead, Miaka searches for a healer rumored to bring the dead back to life. But when she herself falls victim to a brutal illness, Miaka must first die in order to be healed.
Battle of Sorrow
E16
Battle of SorrowHotohori brings Miaka's plight to doctor Juan Myō, where he learns the truth about Shoka. Later, after Miaka sprouts a sickness demon from her back, the sixth of the Suzaku Seven appears-and it's quite a surprise.
Magic Flute
E17
Magic FluteAfter days of fruitless searching, an attempt on Miaka's life reveals the seventh of the Suzaku Seven, the flute-playing Chiriko.
Love Trap
E18
Love TrapMiaka and Tamahome make a promise to reunite, but Yui still stands between them. Later, Nuriko gives her a special doll rumored to makes a couple's love eternal, but when it breaks, what does it mean?!!!
Shattered Love
E19
Shattered LoveMiaka escapes from prison following Yui's ambush, and searches for Tamahome. Unfortunately, when she finds him, she'll almost wish she hadn't.
Unreachable Hope
E20
Unreachable HopeTamahome is not the same Tamahome that Miaka knows and loves any more. With her heart torn apart, Miaka must say goodbye, and leave him with Yui and the Kuto Empire.
To Protect You
E21
To Protect YouHotohori attempts to comfort Miaka as she struggles with her broken heart, desperate to forget about her love. But Tamahome won't be forgotten so easily.
I'll Never Leave You
E22
I'll Never Leave YouTamahome and Hotohori clash, fighting to the death. But the love between Tamahome and Miaka creates a miracle, making possible the impossible.
Shadow of Intrigue
E23
Shadow of IntrigueWith Tamahome finally back to normal, all of the Konan Empire begin the preparations to summon Suzaku. However, they remain completely ignorant of Nakago's trap.
Resolution
E24
ResolutionThe ceremony to summon Suzaku begins with Miaka making her 3 wishes. When nothing appears, and Chiriko starts playing the flute-everyone falls to their knees in agony, and Nakago's plans to disrupt the ceremony become painfully clear.
Love and Sorrow
E25
Love and SorrowTaiitsukun shows up to reveal that not all is lost, and there still remains a method to summon Suzaku. However, what she tells to Miaka in private will change everything for her.
Star Festival
E26
Star FestivalMiaka and the Suzaku Seven prepare for their trip to Hokkan, the land of Genbu. Before they go, Tamahome visits home again, but finds only pain.
Tombstone Oath
E27
Tombstone OathAmiboshi's twin, Suboshi, is out for vengeance over Amiboshi's murder. But Tamahome is equally enraged, and they battle it out. Devastated by what happened to Tamahome's family, Miaka pledges her allegiance in the fight against Seiryu.
The Ancient Path
E28
The Ancient PathAs Miaka and the Suzaku Seven travel to Hokkan, the story pauses to reflect on the events that lead up to this point.
Mysteries Afoot
E29
Mysteries AfootBack on Earth, Miaka's brother Keisuke is busy studying the history of the Universe of the Four Gods. When he finds out what the people who wrote the book actually intended, he shares it with Miaka, who now must make a serious decision.
The Flash of Battle
E30
The Flash of BattleA sudden attack on the ship leaves Miaka, Nuriko, and Tamahome trapped in a cave. When they rejoin the others, the Seiryu warrior Soi confronts them, but Miaka repels the attack. Finally landing in Hokkan, the group learns about the Shinzaho.
Whirlpool of Doubt
E31
Whirlpool of DoubtMiaka and the Warriors search for the Shinzaho in the city of Touran, and Tamahome may have the answer. Meanwhile, Miaka struggles with whether she should return home, or keep her love.
To Die for the Star of Suzaku
E32
To Die for the Star of SuzakuNuriko fights off the bestial Ashitare, and at the same time, Tamahome confronts Yui. After, Nuriko consoles Tamahome on his doubt, while Nuriko affirms who he really is.
Nuriko, Eternal Farewell
E33
Nuriko, Eternal FarewellNuriko opens the door to the Shinzaho, but not without a cost. A happy occasion is tainted by a grief too powerful to bear.
Guardians of Ice
E34
Guardians of IceInside the cave of the Shinzaho, the Suzaku Warriors are confronted by Tomite and Hikitsu, two ancient ghosts of the Genbu Warriors.To prove herself worthy, Miaka must endure an icy challenge, and it could leave her literally frozen solid.
Hell's Mirage
E35
Hell's MirageThe Shinzaho is stolen from Miaka by someone once thought dead. Miaka's guilt prompts her to take responsibility in a somewhat unusual manner.
Trampled Love
E36
Trampled LoveActing on a bad feeling, Tamahome races to find Miaka. He instead finds Nakago, who gloats about what he has taken from the Priestess of Suzaku.
Bewitched Warmth
E37
Bewitched WarmthAfter her encounter with Nakago, Miako is too ashamed to face Tamahome. She escapes in the night, and Tamahome races to find her. Meanwhile, Chichiri, Tasuki, Mitsukake, and Chiriko are still trapped in Tomo's illusion and the desert is slowly killing them all!
Dawn of the Heart
E38
Dawn of the HeartWith both Miaka and Tamahome feeling the pangs of heartbreak, they each have different ways of dealing with it. Amiboshi offers Miaka a forgetfulness potion, while Tamahome refuses the fake Miaka, hoping to keep their chances of summoning Suzaku alive.
Bewitched Illusions
E39
Bewitched IllusionsReunited again, Miaka and Tamahome have but a moment to embrace before the illusionist Tomo of the Seiryu Warriors attacks. Miaka is trapped in a dream, but it's far from a nightmare.
Deceptive Love
E40
Deceptive LoveTamahome's master finds him and releases him from the illusion he was under after being tossed off the cliff. Miaka, meanwhile, is still trapped in Tomo's fantasy world, and having the time of her life. But she's starting to remember ... someone.
Sunlight of Rebirth
E41
Sunlight of RebirthAfter defeating Tomo and rescuing Miaka from Suboshi, the Suzaku Warriors relax in Sairo. Tamahome, meanwhile, is busy putting space between he and Miaka. Xing, Tokaki's adopted daughter, tells Miaka about a trick that may get him back-forever!
Unbreachable Wall
E42
Unbreachable WallIt seems the love Tamahome and Miaka have for one another is destined to end. However, while the two chase after one another, the Seiryu Warriors move to take the second Shinzaho.
Farewell Reunion
E43
Farewell ReunionTatara of the Byakko Seven reveals not only the second Shinzaho, but the truth about what becomes of love between Warrior and Priestess.
Moment of Battle
E44
Moment of BattleChiriko has been possessed by the evil Miboshi, and the Suzaku Seven must fight one of their own. Meanwhile, Yui prepares to summon Seiryu.
Divergent Light
E45
Divergent LightYui summons Seiryu and then makes her first wish. In the aftermath, everything changes, both in love, and in war.
The Young Man of Reality
E46
The Young Man of RealityAlthough Yui wanted to separate Miaka from Tamahome by returning to Earth, somehow Tamahome has come through as well. Meanwhile, the situation worsens back in Konan.
Repose of the Soul's Light
E47
Repose of the Soul's LightThe real world is no place for a character in a book, and Tamahome searches for the meaning of his existence. Meanwhile, in Konan, Mitsukake knows exactly what his purpose is.
Even Wagering on This Life
E48
Even Wagering on This LifeTamahome and Suboshi fight. Part of Suboshi's weapon chases Tamahome and he tries to lead it back to Suboshi. Suboshi sees through this, but before he can dodge the spirits of Tamahome's siblings appear hold him in place.
Wedding Celebration
E49
Wedding CelebrationMiaka is finally able to tell Yui about Nakago's treachery, just in time for Nakago to appear in their own world.
Atonement
E50
AtonementNakago stands before Tamahome and Miaka on Earth. Tamahome struggles valiantly, while Yui struggles with her own inner doubt.
Entrusted Hope
E51
Entrusted HopeWith the seal broken, Miaka makes use of Yui's sacrifice to summon the beast-god Suzaku, and uses its power against Nakago.
For My Loved One
E52
For My Loved OneAs Tamahome and Nakago clash in their final battle, the Suzaku Seven reunite with the Priestess to direct their combined powers to help him. But Nakago will not go down easy. Later, Miaka must make a heart-breaking choice between love ... and world peace.