6.8/10112 votes#1 - The Blade Raider
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 1/8/2001
Tyson is caught up in the sport of Beyblading, but can he balance Beyblading and martial arts?
Director: Megumi Yamamoto
Writer: Li Yinmei, Tomoyasu Okubo
6.9/1087 votes#2 - Day of the Dragoon
Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 1/15/2001
When Tyson and Kai end up battling against each other, Tyson is easily defeated. Can he unlock a mythical bit beast to even the score?
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
6.7/1075 votes#3 - Take It to the Max
Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 1/22/2001
Can Kenny's friendship with Tyson continue when a new kid named Max seems to be stealing Tyson away?
Director: N/A
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6.7/1075 votes#4 - The Qualifier Begins
Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 1/29/2001
Max and Tyson arrive at the tournament and Tyson faces his first opponent.
Director: N/A
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6.7/1066 votes#5 - Draciel of Approval
Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 2/5/2001
The first matchup in the semi-finals is Max vs. Kai. Can Max pull the upset off without a bitbeast giving him support?
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
6.8/1071 votes#6 - Dragoon Storm
Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 2/12/2001
The mysterious blader Ray and Tyson do battle in the second round. Can Tyson survive the mysterious Tiger Claw Attack?
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.0/1068 votes#7 - Thirteen Candles
Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 2/19/2001
The National Beyblade Championship Match is set -- with Tyson facing off against reigning champion, Kai. It's not until Grandpa throws a surprise party for Tyson that the rookie sensation realizes he has forgotten his own birthday, but what will Kai have in store for him?
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
6.5/1063 votes#8 - Bladin' In The Streets
Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 2/26/2001
Tyson and his new team, the Bladebreakers, prepare for the World Championships. Kai seems to reject his newfound team and leads them on a chase through the streets. That's where the guys learn some lessons about Beyblading from some very mysterious 'bladers.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
6.2/1064 votes#9 - Showdown in Hong Kong
Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 3/5/2001
Our heroes arrive in Hong Kong on a stop-over to the Asian World Championships when they run into Ray's old gang, the White Tigers. Naturally, a Beyblade battle quickly ensues.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
6.4/1065 votes#10 - Battle in the Sky
Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 3/12/2001
The Bladebreakers discover that them and the White Tigers are in different divisons. To face them, they'll have to make it to the finals, but can the Unknown Tall Boys shock everyone and defeat the Bladebreakers ending all national title hopes?
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
6.2/1058 votes#11 - Bye Bye Bit Beast
Season 1 Episode 11 - Aired 3/19/2001
Kevin decides to try and destroy Ray by stealing his data. What will happen if Kevin succeeds? Will the Bladebreakers have any chance of winning the Asian tournament, or will something worse happen?
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
6.2/1061 votes#12 - Adios Bladebreakers
Season 1 Episode 12 - Aired 3/26/2001
With his bitbeast gone, Ray loses all confidence and decides to leave the Bladebreakers. Can Tyson convience him to come back, or will Mariah convience him that the White Tigers team is his real home?
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
6.4/1061 votes#13 - Crouching Lion, Hidden Tiger
Season 1 Episode 13 - Aired 4/2/2001
With the Bladebreakers having impressed everyone, the White Tigers decide to get serious. Can they show everyone why they are the best?
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
6.4/1061 votes#14 - The Race is On!
Season 1 Episode 14 - Aired 4/9/2001
A rockslide makes Tyson and Ray fall behind on their way to the semi-final matchup. Can they make it on time, or will a forfit keep the Bladebreakers from a showdown with the White Tigers?
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
6.2/1059 votes#15 - Going for the Gold
Season 1 Episode 15 - Aired 4/16/2001
The Asian finals begin between Max and Gary, but Gary's open-mindedness makes everyone think he can't win a thing. Will Gary's true wrath be unleashed to show why he battles instead of Kevin?
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
6.2/1058 votes#16 - My Enemy, My Friend
Season 1 Episode 16 - Aired 4/23/2001
Ray and Mariah get ready to go head to head, but can these two lovers put aside their feelings for the match. Maybe their bitbeasts will have something to say about it.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
6.6/1061 votes#17 - A Score to Settle
Season 1 Episode 17 - Aired 4/30/2001
When Tyson and Lee's matchup turns out to be a draw, it's up to Ray to defeat his old team and keep Driger. How will Driger and Ray react to this news?
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
6.6/1057 votes#18 - A Star is Born
Season 1 Episode 18 - Aired 5/7/2001
With the Asian Tournament over, the Bladebreakers head home for a small break, but what will happen now that Tyson feels he has power?
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
6.4/1057 votes#19 - Under the Microscope
Season 1 Episode 19 - Aired 5/14/2001
Max insists on seeing his mom before the American tournament, but what will he do when he finds out she works for the opposing team?
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
6.3/1058 votes#20 - All Relative
Season 1 Episode 20 - Aired 5/21/2001
After their non-competition loss to Emily of the All Starz at the BBA Research Center, the Blade Breakers sneak around the high-tech facility, hoping to learn more about their competition. There, they confront two other All Starz, and Max learns more about his Mom's job at the BBA - specifically, a rumor of why Max wasn't asked to join the All Starz Team.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.2/1054 votes#21 - Practice Makes Perfect
Season 1 Episode 21 - Aired 5/28/2001
Can the Bladebreakers gain their confidence back after seeing all the fancy American equipment?
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.0/1052 votes#22 - Blading with the Stars!
Season 1 Episode 22 - Aired 6/4/2001
When Max participates in a charity Beyblade event, he must teach Emily what team work is all about. Can he succeed?
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.0/1053 votes#23 - Showdown in Vegas
Season 1 Episode 23 - Aired 6/11/2001
The American tournament begins in Las Vegas. Will Kai decide to show the All Starz his true power?
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.5/1054 votes#24 - Viva Las Vegas
Season 1 Episode 24 - Aired 6/18/2001
The Blade Breakers decide to study the All Starz moves so they can become stronger. Will they succeed?
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.3/1053 votes#25 - My Way or the Highway
Season 1 Episode 25 - Aired 6/25/2001
When Tyson gets a stomachache before the semi-finals, Kai must step up and take his place. Can the Bladebreakers keep their momentum going in the mysterious New Jersey Turnpike?
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
The Best Episodes of Beyblade Season 1
Every episode of Beyblade Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Beyblade Season 1!
Thirteen-year-old Takao Kinomiya (Tyson Granger), along with his fellow teammates, Kai Hiwatari, Max Mizuhura (Max Tate), and Rei Kon (Ray Kon), strive to become the...
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Season 1 Ratings Summary
"The Blade Raider" is the best rated episode of "Beyblade" season 1. It scored 6.8/10 based on 112 votes. Directed by Megumi Yamamoto and written by Li Yinmei, Tomoyasu Okubo, it aired on 1/8/2001. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Day of the Dragoon".