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The Best Episodes of Rurouni Kenshin Season 2

Every episode of Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Rurouni Kenshin Season 2!

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The Meiji Era was one of great renewal for Japan, where swords and killing were outlawed. However, many survivors from the time of Revolution still live, lurking in the shadows and waiting for a chance

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 Episode 3 - A Devil of Vengeance: Makoto Shishio's Plot
    9.1/10(289 votes)

    S2:E3

    After stopping a fatal battle with Hajime Saito, a top government official asks Kenshin's help in killing a shadowy assassin who's threatening the future of the regime.

    Director:Kazuhiro Furuhashi
    Writer:Michiru Shimada

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  2. Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 Episode 16 - Between Life and Death: Master the Ultimate Technique, Amakakeru Ryu no Hikameki!
    9.0/10(254 votes)

    S2:E16

    As Kenshin struggles to learn, Sijuro teaches him the most secret of his fighting techniques. And though Kenshin doesn't want to kill, it's inevitable if he is to beat Shishio. Meanwhile, Sanosuke is arrested during his search for Kenshin.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 Episode 2 - Strongest Opponent From the Past: Merciless Fangs Strike!
    8.8/10(226 votes)

    S2:E2

    Saito sets a trap for Kenshin by enlisting another assassin in his plan. And once Kenshin repels the accomplice, he's left to take on his old rival.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 Episode 33 - The Man Who is Chosen for Victory: Shishio Versus Kenshin, Finale
    8.8/10(217 votes)

    S2:E33

    Kenshin's final effort to win the ultimate battle ends with Shishio destroying himself. But in the wake of Kenshin's victory, Shishio's closest aide vows revenge.

    Director:Kazuhiro Furuhashi
    Writer:Yoshiyuki Suga

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  5. Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 Episode 4 - A Wish Unrequited: Kenshin Departs
    8.7/10(223 votes)

    S2:E4

    While preparing to give his decision on helping to kill Shishio, Kenshin learns of the Home Minister's murder.

    Director:Kazuhiro Furuhashi
    Writer:Michiru Shimada

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  6. Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 Episode 31 - The Age Chooses Shishio? Kenshin's Greatest Crisis
    8.7/10(190 votes)

    S2:E31

    In their long awaited battle, Kenshin and Shishio compare ideologies as well as fighting techniques. But once Shishio uses gunpowder to gain the upper hand, it looks like Kenshin is doomed.

    Director:Akira Yoshimura
    Writer:Yoshiyuki Suga

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  7. Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 Episode 21 - Reborn to Salvation: The Beginning of Anji’s New Life
    8.6/10(193 votes)

    S2:E21

    During his battle with Sanosuke, the fallen monk recalls how his hatred was born during an anti-Buddhist movement.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 Episode 28 - The Tragedy of a Stormy Night: Sojiro's Past
    8.5/10(191 votes)

    S2:E28

    In an effort to explain Souijuro's emotionless posture, Kenshin recalls how the young assassin was rescued from a life of slavery and then taught to fight by Shishio.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 Episode 1 - Prelude to the Impending Fight: The Shadow of the Wolf Draws Near
    8.4/10(209 votes)

    S2:E1

    A persistent nightmare comes true when Kenshin's old enemy, the former leader of a shadowy anti-Royalist organization, is hired to assassinate him.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 Episode 22 - The Wolf Destroys the Eye of the Heart: The Fierce Attack of the Zero Stance Gatotsu
    8.4/10(171 votes)

    S2:E22

    In his defeat of Usui, Saito exposes the blind warrior's plot to kill Shishio. And while Kaoru, Yahiko and Misao are preparing to defend themselves from an ambush, Kenshin readies for his fight against Aoshi.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 Episode 32 - Not Out of Luck! The Revival of a Fighting Spirit
    8.4/10(179 votes)

    S2:E32

    As Aoshi tries to stop a takeover of the country, Kenshin poses Shishio with his greatest challenge. In his defeat of Usui, Saito exposes the blind warrior's plot to kill Shishio.

    Director:Koichi Chigira
    Writer:Yoshiyuki Suga

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  12. Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 Episode 9 - Across the Boundary Between Edo and Meiji: Kenshin and Shishio Face to Face!
    8.3/10(179 votes)

    S2:E9

    Leaving Misao behind, Kenshin and Saito make their way inside Shishio's fortress. Following a confrontation with one of his most powerful henchmen, Kenshin is ready to take on Shishio himself.

    Director:Unknown
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  13. Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 Episode 13 - A Killer Without Mercy: Fight to the Death Against the Cho of the Juppongatana
    8.3/10(185 votes)

    S2:E13

    After watching an unarmed Kenshin bravely defend himself, Shakkuu Arai's only chance at saving his own son is to deliver his father's final reverse edge sword.

    Director:Unknown
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  14. Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 Episode 27 - Hiten Versus Shukuchi: Sojiro's Inborn Talent
    8.3/10(168 votes)

    S2:E27

    As Sanosuke looks on, Kenshin goes to battle with Souijuro, the emotionless assassin responsible for breaking his sword. Though Shishio is confident of the young warrior's ability, Kenshin may be able to win without having to resort to killing.

    Director:Unknown
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  15. Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 Episode 29 - A Duel With an Extreme Moment: Shuntensatsu Versus Amakakeru Ryu no Hikameki
    8.3/10(173 votes)

    S2:E29

    In the face of Kenshin's probing questions, Souijuro's concentration is broken. In defeat, the young assassin returns his prized sword to Shishio, warning him of the danger that lays ahead.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 Episode 10 - Shock! Reverse Blade Sword Broken: Sojiro's Tenken verses Kenshin
    8.2/10(172 votes)

    S2:E10

    Following Kenshin's defeat of the giant Senkaku, Shishio pits him against the young, emotionless assassin responsible for the Home Minister's murder.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 Episode 20 - Crash! The Lethal Punch, Futae no Kiwami: The Fist of Sonosuke Screams!
    8.2/10(167 votes)

    S2:E20

    As Shishio prepares for battle, a henchmen suggests a plan to weaken Kenshin and his forces, ridding them of any opposition once and for all. As the moment of truth draws near, Sanosuke is pitted against Anji.

    Director:Unknown
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  18. Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 Episode 23 - The Promised Time Has Come: Aoshi and Kenshin Fight Again
    8.2/10(167 votes)

    S2:E23

    Kenshin sets out to honor his promises to both fight Aoshi and bring him back alive to Misao.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 Episode 24 - Wake Up Now! Ignore Your Wounds and Fight to the Finish
    8.2/10(165 votes)

    S2:E24

    Following his defeat by Kenshin, Aoshi vows to renounce Shishio. And while Shishio looks for clues to help in his impending fight with Kenshin, Kaoru, Yahiko and Misao fight to stay alive.

    Director:Unknown
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  20. Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 Episode 35 - Kyoto, the Engraved Memory: Begin with a Wish
    8.2/10(168 votes)

    S2:E35

    As Kenshin is nursing the wounds sustained in his fight with Shishio, Kaoru prepares the Peace Force for their return home.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 Episode 11 - Sanosuke's Secret Training: The Challenge of Anji, the Destroyer
    8.1/10(169 votes)

    S2:E11

    As Kaoru and Yahiko continue tracking Kenshin, Sanosuke encounters a fallen Buddhist monk who offers to teach him some powerful fighting techniques.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 Episode 14 - The Ultimate Technique of the Hiten-Mitsurugi Style: Reunion with a Mentor, Seijuro Hiko
    8.1/10(170 votes)

    S2:E14

    To prepare for Shishio, Kenshin asks a former teacher to help him master the last of his fighting techniques. However, Kenshin is distracted when Kaoru and Yahiko finally catch up with him after their long journey.

    Director:Unknown
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  23. Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 Episode 15 - The Formation of an Alliance: The Day When Aoshi Joins with Shishio
    8.1/10(167 votes)

    S2:E15

    Although Misao is excited by the return of her mentor and hero, she's stunned to discover that Aoshi has betrayed one of their closest friends.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 Episode 26 - The Giant Versus Superman: Like an Arrow Shot at a Time of Despair
    8.1/10(169 votes)

    S2:E26

    Despite the overwhelming odds, Kaoru, Yahiko and Misao continue to face warriors sent to eliminate them. But it's the arrival of Kenshin's teacher that turns the tide in their favor.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 Episode 5 - Change Tears to Courage: Kaoru Kamiya's Choice
    8.0/10(174 votes)

    S2:E5

    Following Kenshin's departure from the dojo, everyone, and especially Kaoru, are sad at being left behind. And while Saito tries to dissuade Sanosuke from following him, Megumi sends Kaoru to deliver some medicine that will aid in Kenshin's fight .

    Director:Unknown
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Season 2 Ratings Summary

"A Devil of Vengeance: Makoto Shishio's Plot" is the best rated episode of "Rurouni Kenshin" season 2. It scored 9.1/10 based on 289 votes. Directed by Kazuhiro Furuhashi and written by Michiru Shimada, it aired on 11/13/1996. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Between Life and Death: Master the Ultimate Technique, Amakakeru Ryu no Hikameki!".