Hakuoki

Hakuoki: Dawn of the Shinsengumi

En route to the capital, Serizawa Kamo, one of the Miburoushigumi leaders comes across Ibuki Ryuunosuke who had been attacked by bandits.

The Roushigumi are a group of people who share the same ideals, working towards the goal of becoming true samurai. As he observes the efforts of Kondou Isami and Hijikata Toshizou as they work to improve the prestige of the group, Ryuunosuke, who despises samurai, begins to question his way of life.

[Season 3 of Hakuoki, it is set before the first season.]

Where to Watch Hakuoki • Hakuoki: Dawn of the Shinsengumi

12 Episodes

  • Dawn of the Divine Warriors
    E1
    Dawn of the Divine WarriorsBleeding and left to die, Ryunosuke Ibuki is rescued and taken in by the Roshigumi - a band of warriors struggling to find a sponsor and make a name for themselves in Kyoto. Unfortunately, Ryunosuke can't easily pay off a life debt..
  • Led by Destiny
    E2
    Led by DestinyA mysterious skilled warrior joins the Roshigumi. Meanwhile, Ryunosuke is unable to even draw his sword. He learns more about the Roshigumi, including shocking information regarding his own benefactor, Commander Kamo Serizawa.
  • Rules for a Pack of Wolves
    E3
    Rules for a Pack of WolvesSpreading renown is no easy task with an unruly commander. The other Roshigumi commanders attempt to curb Serizawa with a strict set of rules, but he is not moved. Meanwhile, his bloodthirsty attributes rub off on a certain young warrior.
  • The Blade Drenched in Blood
    E4
    The Blade Drenched in BloodAfter Vice Commander Hijikata rebukes Souji Okita for his aggressiveness, Ryunosuke learns about the young warrior's past. Meanwhile, Serizawa provokes Souji into satisfying his desire for blood.
  • Stairway to the Blue Skies
    E5
    Stairway to the Blue SkiesRyunosuke stumbles into Kosuzu, a geisha apprentice he saved earlier. In order to further their attempts to obtain a sponsor, the Roshigumi organize duels to impress the lord of Aizu. Ryunosuke is asked if he wishes to learn how to fight.
  • Howling from the Darkness
    E6
    Howling from the DarknessA doctor of western medicine comes to stay with the Roshigumi and performs shocking experiments with deadly results. New recruits join, but the Roshigumi now have secrets they must protect.
  • Oath Made on the Wind Blowing Over the Grass
    E7
    Oath Made on the Wind Blowing Over the GrassThe feuds with Serizawa continue; Commander Kondou and Vice Commander Hijikata reminisce about their past and contemplate their goals. Meanwhile, the experiments on the strange Water of Life proceed.
  • The Shackles of Pandemonium
    E8
    The Shackles of PandemoniumHajime Saito recalls his early days at the dojo. He offers to teach Ryunosuke sword fighting. Meanwhile, the Roshigumi's reputation fails due to misinterpretations and debts.
  • The Light of a Flashing Sword
    E9
    The Light of a Flashing SwordRyunosuke's past and future is discussed. The dog must watch his master, and Ryunosuke has to keep an eye on Serizawa's behavior. Meanwhile, another out-of-control experiment shakes Kyoto.
  • The Brightly Burning Beacon
    E10
    The Brightly Burning BeaconCommander Serizawa has no bonds. The research on the Water of Life advances. And the Mibu Roshigumi receive the chance of a lifetime to make a name for themselves.
  • A Moonlit Night Filled with Flowers
    E11
    A Moonlit Night Filled with FlowersKoudou Yukimura disappears after a fire, and Nimi soon joins him along with all of the research on the Water of Life. The Roshigumi put forth all their efforts in attempt to find him.
  • The Great Dawn
    E12
    The Great DawnThe anticipation of murder and mutiny rises until the storm breaks. And Ryunosuke's true loyalty is put to the test.

Cast of Hakuoki: Dawn of the Shinsengumi

  • Houko KuwashimaChizuru Yukimura (voice)
  • Shin-ichiro MikiToshizo Hijikata (voice)
  • Osamu YamasakiDirector
  • 岩崎卓Producer
  • Kow OtaniOriginal Music Composer
  • Atsuko NakajimaCharacter Designer

Watch Hakuoki • Hakuoki: Dawn of the Shinsengumi Videos

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    Hakuoki: A Memory Of Snow FlowersTrailer
  • Hakuoki: Demon Of The Fleeting Blossom: Season 3
    Hakuoki: Demon Of The Fleeting Blossom: Season 3Trailer

 

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