8.0/10675 votes#1 - Kill the Darkness
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 7/7/2014
Tatsumi leaves his village in pursuit of wealth and success in the Imperial Capital. He attempts to join the army, however it isn't as easy as it seems. When all of the sudden, a large breasted woman shows up at the local bar and offers to help him get recruited.
Director: Tomoki Kobayashi
Writer: Makoto Uezu
7.5/10542 votes#2 - Kill the Authority
Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 7/14/2014
Tatsumi is taken by the Night Raid. They realized his potential as an assassin and asks him to join, but Tatsumi is conflicted. Though after learning more about each of Night Raid's team members, he learns of their objectives to defeat evil and corruption and eventually decides to join.
Director: Kazuhiro Ozawa
Writer: Makoto Uezu
7.3/10510 votes#3 - Kill Your Cares
Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 7/21/2014
The Night Raid's hideout is invaded by intruders! The assassin clan was able to drive out the enemy without a problem. Tatsumi experiences the true intensity of the Night Raid for the first time and he is thrilled.
Director: Takahiro Kawakoshi
Writer: Makoto Uezu
7.7/10505 votes#4 - Kill the Imperial Arm Users
Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 7/28/2014
The target this time is the capital's rumored phantom serial killer known only as Zank the Executioner. Just like the Night Raid, he is an Imperial Arms user as well.
Director: Hiroyuki Tsuchiya
Writer: Makoto Uezu
7.2/10481 votes#5 - Kill the Dream
Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 8/4/2014
Sheele, who has no particular role in the hideout is assigned as Tatsumi's trainer. She explains how and why she chose assassinating as her career. Tatsumi, who still doesn't have an Imperial Arm of his own, tests out the Imperial Arm taken from Zank.
Director: Tomoko Hiramuki
Writer: Makoto Uezu
8.3/10554 votes#6 - Kill the Absolute Justice
Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 8/11/2014
Night Raid is tasked with the eradication of a drug trafficking organization within the Imperial City. Tatsumi and Leone head towards the red light district. The two learn of the horrific details of the organization and their rage is apparent. Meanwhile, Sheele and Mine go after the Tybil, former leader of the organization when they suddenly feel an alarming presence.
Director: Manabu Okamoto
Writer: Touko Machida
7.6/10459 votes#7 - Kill the Three (1)
Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 8/18/2014
General Esdeath arrives at the capital and is brought to the Emperor to discuss annihilating Night Raid. The Emperor wants to reward her for her services but her request is somewhat surprising.
Director: Akihisa Shibata
Writer: Makoto Uezu
8.2/10493 votes#8 - Kill the Three (2)
Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 8/25/2014
Tatsumi and Bulat stand before the Three. Among them is Bulat's former leader, Liver. The battle quickly turns into a one-on-one combat between Bulat versus Liver and Tatsumi versus Nyau.
Director: Daisuke Eguchi, Mamiko Sekiya
Writer: Makoto Uezu
7.5/10440 votes#9 - Kill the Battle Fanatic
Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 9/1/2014
Tatsumi inherits Bulat's Imperial Arms Incrusio after defeating the Three and vows to become even stronger. Mine's attitude towards Tatsumi seems to show a change after seeing his dedication during training... Meanwhile, General Esdeath receives news of the Three being defeated and in order to reinforce the army's strength she organizes a special police force of Imperial Arms users known only as the Jeagars.
Director: Sumito Sasaki
Writer: Touko Machida
7.4/10450 votes#10 - Kill the Temptation
Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 9/8/2014
Esdeath has taken Tatsumi after winning the combat tournament. And the reason being... love at first sight?! That being said Tatsumi has not only been forced to become Esdeath's lover but also an auxiliary member of the Jaegers. Tatsumi and Esdeath observe as the Jaegers raid the bandits' hideout; he witnesses how powerful the Jaegers truly are. All the while Tatsumi tries to find an opportunity to escape and return to the Night Raid's hideout...
Director: Yoshiko Mikami
Writer: Koujirou Nakamura
7.6/10445 votes#11 - Kill the Mad Scientist
Season 1 Episode 11 - Aired 9/15/2014
Dr. Stylish discovered Night Raid's hideout as he followed Tatsumi. A battle quickly commenced between Night Raid and Dr. Stylish's fortified army who struck with a surprise attack. Tatsumi and Mine are enraged as they see Kakusan equipped with Sheele's Imperial Arms Extase. A fierce battle continues within the hideout when suddenly something came down from the Sky...
Director: Akihisa Shibata
Writer: Koujirou Nakamura
7.0/10440 votes#12 - Kill the Newcomers
Season 1 Episode 12 - Aired 9/22/2014
After dealing with Dr. Stylish's attack Night Raid leaves their base and hides in the mountains. After welcoming the newly joined member, Night Raid experienced a brief moment of peace, even amid training. Mine, who has been teased relentlessly Chelsea, the newcomer, tells Tatsumi and Lubbok that she wants revenge.
Director: Hiroyuki Tsuchiya
Writer: Koujirou Nakamura
7.2/10432 votes#13 - Kill the Nuisances
Season 1 Episode 13 - Aired 9/29/2014
A new species of Danger Beasts have emerged and has been terrorizing the vicinity of the capital. Minister Onest has ordered Esdeath to seize and defeat them. Esdeath leads the Jaegers to go to deal with them. But something suspicious in the shadow is keeping an eye on their actions. Meanwhile, after Night Raid settles into their new hideout, they're also on the move to deal with the new Danger Beasts.
Director: Masahiro Sonoda
Writer: Touko Machida
7.5/10434 votes#14 - Kill the Giant Danger Beast
Season 1 Episode 14 - Aired 10/6/2014
Tatsumi and Esdeath meet again by chance while exterminating Danger Beasts. Esdeath is pleasantly surprised at the unexpected reunion while Tatsumi is overwhelmed. Even while fully immersed in the joy of their reunion, Esdeath notices that a man's been watching them from the shadows.
Director: Jin Iwatsuki
Writer: Makoto Uezu
7.4/10428 votes#15 - Kill the Religious Organization
Season 1 Episode 15 - Aired 10/13/2014
A widely accepted religious organization among the civilians known as the Path of Peace is quickly gaining more followers. It is rumored that they will cause an armed uprising in an attempt to fight against the corrupt government.
Director: Sumito Sasaki
Writer: Touko Machida
8.0/10449 votes#16 - Kill the Puppets
Season 1 Episode 16 - Aired 10/20/2014
In order to combat the Jaegars, Night Raid is separated into two groups. Tatsumi and Akame are to deal with Bols, Kurome, and her puppets. The battle proves to be difficult as Kurome's Imperial Arms Yatsufusa has the ability to freely control the dead.
Director: Hiroyuki Tsuchiya
Writer: Koujirou Nakamura
8.6/10580 votes#17 - Kill the Curse
Season 1 Episode 17 - Aired 10/27/2014
After being cornered by Akame and Leone, Bols sets off an explosion and flees. While he is trying to get back to his comrades, he runs into a hurt girl who is crying. Meanwhile, Kurome's medicine starts wearing off and she starts remembering her days with Akame as well as their sad goodbye, while stumbling through the mountain. While leaning against a tree eating snacks, someone approaches her...
Director: Manabu Okamoto
Writer: Touko Machida
7.6/10422 votes#18 - Kill the Demon
Season 1 Episode 18 - Aired 11/3/2014
Borick is scheming to take over a religious faction, and Night Raid heads to Kyoroch, where that religion has its headquarters. The Jaegars also head to Kyoroch to act as bodyguards for Borick. Wave is worried about Kurome, who still hasn't healed from her wounds. Night Raid safely infiltrates Kyoroch, however they must now face Borick's own appointed guards, the Four Koukenji Rakshasa Demons.
Director: Kazuomi Koga
Writer: Makoto Uezu
8.2/10451 votes#19 - Kill the Fate
Season 1 Episode 19 - Aired 11/10/2014
Night Raid continues to work on their plan to assassinate Borick in Kyoroch. Tatsumi and Mine wander around the city, but then end up running into Seryu, who is responsible for Sheele's death. Mine decides to end things once and for all with her, while Tatsumi fights Suzuka from the Four Demons.
Director: Masaki Matsumura
Writer: Makoto Uezu
7.8/10433 votes#20 - Kill the Carnage
Season 1 Episode 20 - Aired 11/17/2014
Kyoroch is freed because of Night Raid, which strengthens the Revolutionary Army's power. In this dire situation, Commander-in-chief Budoh and the minister's son, Shura, join the fight against Night Raid. Meanwhile, Night Raid infiltrates the capital yet again. Tatsumi and Lubbock go after Minister Onest in the palace by sneaking in with the help of one of the Revolutionary Army's spies.
Director: Daisuke Eguchi
Writer: Koujirou Nakamura
8.3/10492 votes#21 - Kill the Despair
Season 1 Episode 21 - Aired 11/24/2014
In order to instill fear into the hearts of those among the Rebel Army, the capital has spread the word that Tatsumi will be executed publicly. Night Raid receives notice of this and intends to rescue him.
Director: Hiroyuki Tsuchiya
Writer: Touko Machida
8.1/10461 votes#22 - Kill the Little Sister
Season 1 Episode 22 - Aired 12/1/2014
Following Tatsumi's capture, Night Raid successfully defeated Commander-in-Chief Budou but at the cost of Main and Susanoo's lives. The Revolutionary Army surrounds the capital as the civilians start to riot. Wave is confounded by what he sees as Ran calmly observes how everything unfolds. Meanwhile, Kurome senses that the end of her life is drawing near and seeks to settle things with her older sister once and for all.
Director: Masahiro Sonoda
Writer: Makoto Uezu
8.3/10509 votes#23 - Kill the Emperor
Season 1 Episode 23 - Aired 12/8/2014
The Revolution finally reaches its final phase; Night Raid is en route to assassinate Minister Onest, the root of the problem. All goes according to Najenda's plan as the Revolutionary Army successfully invades the city. Night Raid arrives at the Palace where the Emperor and Minister are located. Unlike the panicked Emperor, the Minister is composed and confident as they prepare to unleash their trump card. As the palace trembles, something appears from below...!
Director: Atsushi Ikariya
Writer: Makoto Uezu
8.5/10743 votes#24 - Akame ga Kill!
Season 1 Episode 24 - Aired 12/15/2014
The empire's army has been defeated and all that remains is the empire's strongest, General Esdeath. Akame and her sword stand in Esdeath's way as she desires to continue breeding war. The two face one another. The final battle begins. What will the result bring forth? A new kingdom where the citizens can live in peace or will there be more bloodshed...?
Director: Tomoki Kobayashi
Writer: Makoto Uezu
The Best Episodes of Akame ga Kill! Season 1
Every episode of Akame ga Kill! Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Akame ga Kill! Season 1!
Young Tatsumi travels to the capital of the Empire in order to earn money for his starving people and encounters a world of unimaginable depravity,...
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Network:Tokyo MX
Season 1 Ratings Summary
"Kill the Darkness" is the best rated episode of "Akame ga Kill!" season 1. It scored 8/10 based on 675 votes. Directed by Tomoki Kobayashi and written by Makoto Uezu, it aired on 7/7/2014. This episode is rated 0.5 points higher than the second-best, "Kill the Authority".