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.hack
.hack follows several young players as they navigate the vast, mysterious MMORPG known as “The World” – a place, it turns out, that is sometimes impossible to leave.
- Cast:
- Takahiro Sakurai, Megumi Toyoguchi, Junpei Takiguchi, Takumi Yamazaki
- Language:
- Japanese
- Country:
- Japan
- Network:
- TV Tokyo, TV Aichi, TVQ, TV Osaka, TVh, TSC
Episode guide
Seasons
.hack//Roots
Episodes
E01
Episode 1
Welcome to "The World"
2006-04-06 · 24mHaseo's entrance into The World is marked by a hostile attack – and a crushing defeat. His adventure appears to be over before it started until a mysterious stranger gives him new life.
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E02
Episode 2
Twilight Brigade
2006-04-13 · 24mHis search for information about his mysterious savior leads to an invitation for Haseo to join Ovan’s guild.
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E03
Episode 3
Join
2006-04-20 · 24mRumors being spread about Haseo lead to attacks against him. Invitations to join two separate guilds intrigue him, but an encounter with Shino will influence his choice.
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E04
Episode 4
Fore Feel
2006-04-27 · 24mHaseo embarks on a journey through the game on a quest to level up, Sakisaka grows suspicious, and Tabby meets an untimely end.
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E05
Episode 5
Distrust
2006-05-04 · 24mHaseo is suspected of acting as a spy, putting him at odds with the Twilight Bridgade. His actions after the falling out only serve to further implicate him.
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E06
Episode 6
Conflict
2006-05-11 · 24mConcerns over Sakisaka’s loyalty arise, The World experiences technical difficulties, and Haseo unveils a few new tricks.
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E07
Episode 7
Intrigue
2006-05-18 · 24mStrange occurrences plague The World as Haseo wanders the Lost Grounds. Later, a group exploration leads to shocking new knowledge and a sudden disappearance!
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E08
Episode 8
Starting
2006-05-25 · 24mThe group stumbles upon a portal, Haseo shares an encounter with Ender, and more is learned about the virus cores.
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E09
Episode 9
Melee
2006-06-01 · 24mWhile attempting to collect all the Virus Cores, the Twilight Brigade is attacked by adversaries – and relocated to a mysterious, unknown area.
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E10
Episode 10
Missing
2006-06-08 · 24mOvan wanders into a trap while searching for the Key of Twilight. Shino, in an attempt to secure Ovan’s release, makes a bold threat!
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E11
Episode 11
Discord
2006-06-15 · 24mGord gives serious thought to leaving The World for good, and the administrators take serious action against some online outlaws.
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E12
Episode 12
Breakup
2006-06-22 · 24mThe Twilight Brigade is forcibly disbanded, Gord finally arrives at a decision regarding his involvement in The World, and Haseo makes a vow to Shino.
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E13
Episode 13
Tragedy
2006-06-29 · 24mTabby has some shocking news for Haseo, and Shino’s precious data beings to disappear.
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E14
Episode 14
Unreturner
2006-07-06 · 24mHaseo is devastated about his inability to prevent Shino from falling into a comatose state. Tabby has plans for a new guild, but its lack of members is troubling.
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E15
Episode 15
Pad
2006-07-13 · 24mTabby encounters two players who are new to The World. Later, she learns the secrets to leveling up, and Haseo embarks on a quest for revenge.
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E16
Episode 16
Resolution
2006-07-20 · 24mPhyllo attempts to comfort Haseo, who continues to agonize over his comatose friend. A dangerous new quest – and the promise of newfound power – tempts Haseo.
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E17
Episode 17
Painful Forest
2006-07-27 · 24mTabby’s been worried about Haseo since his departure to the Forest of Pain. She expresses her concern to Subaro, who is instructed by Pi to follow Haseo into the forest. Meanwhile, Yata and Pi prod Phyllo for information about his relationship with Ovan.
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E18
Episode 18
Limit
2006-08-10 · 24mTabby is still struggling with her inability to help Haseo in the Forest of Pain. In the forest, Haseo grows frustrated with the ever-growing amount of monsters he must fight before going deeper, but his quest for more power may be his downfall.
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E19
Episode 19
Violation
2006-08-17 · 24mTawaraya returns unde the moniker “Tohta” to discover a gang of money traders has been flooding the market, creating high inflation. Despite his quest for secrecy, Tohta can’t stand back and let the money traders fleece innocent players, and decides to intervene.
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E20
Episode 20
Pursuit
2006-08-24 · 24mAs Haseo’s search for information about Tri-Edge continues, his sanity begins to slip away, and in a murderous rage he kills several PKs. Yata and Pi are still on the hunt for Haseo’s factor. They send Subaro to retrieve it, but she can’t overcome Haseo’s manic strength.
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E21
Episode 21
Defeat
2006-08-31 · 24mA mysterious new player, Midori, has started a “hit-me-if-you-can” service. Haseo, still in the grips of manic power, enlists her services in order to discover Tri-Edge’s whereabouts. Meanwhile, Tohka encourages Tabby to start her own guild.
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E22
Episode 22
Bonds
2006-09-07 · 24mTabby starts a new healing guild, but so far they haven’t had much success. Tohka points out that their levels are way to low to help anyone, and demands they go out and raise them. Haseo finally makes an appearance in town, and Phyllo warns him about the dangers of being single-minded.
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E23
Episode 23
Trial
2006-09-14 · 24mHaseo, consumed by a violent mania, will stop at nothing to find Tri-Edge, even it if means slaughtering any Player Killer who steps in his way. But while on his murderous rampage he’s left behind a trail of PK enemies who band together to stop him.
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E24
Episode 24
Confront
2006-09-21 · 24mAfter brutally slaughtering all the PKers, Haseo earns the nickname “The Terror of Death.” Still in the grips of insanity, Haseo refuses help or warnings from his old guild. But when Haseo finally encounters Tri-Edge, will he able to carry out his plan?
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E25
Episode 25
Truth
2006-09-28 · 24mThere’s been no sign of Haseo for several days now, and rumors swirl that he’s quit for good. In his absence, Tabby has a realization, and also discovers a new love interest! Meanwhile, Phyllo divulges something shocking to Tohta.
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E26
Episode 26
Determination
2006-09-28 · 24mHaseo 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.
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Takahiro Sakurai
Haseo (voice)
Megumi Toyoguchi
Tabby (voice)
Junpei Takiguchi
Phyllo (voice)
Takumi Yamazaki
Yata (voice)
Sanae Kobayashi
Pi (voice)
Kaori Nazuka
Shino (voice)
Hiroki Touchi
Ovan (voice)
Ryotaro Okiayu
Sakisaka (voice)