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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 1 - Prelude to the Impending Fight: The Shadow of the Wolf Draws Near
    8.4/10(193 votes)

    #1 - Prelude to the Impending Fight: The Shadow of the Wolf Draws Near

    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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  2. Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 Episode 2 - Strongest Opponent From the Past: Merciless Fangs Strike!
    8.8/10(209 votes)

    #2 - Strongest Opponent From the Past: Merciless Fangs Strike!

    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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  3. Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 Episode 3 - A Devil of Vengeance: Makoto Shishio's Plot
    9.1/10(267 votes)

    #3 - A Devil of Vengeance: Makoto Shishio's Plot

    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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  4. Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 Episode 4 - A Wish Unrequited: Kenshin Departs
    8.7/10(205 votes)

    #4 - A Wish Unrequited: Kenshin Departs

    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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  5. Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 Episode 5 - Change Tears to Courage: Kaoru Kamiya's Choice
    8.0/10(159 votes)

    #5 - Change Tears to Courage: Kaoru Kamiya's Choice

    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
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 Episode 6 - For the Title of Strongest: Aoshi's New Conflict
    7.8/10(154 votes)

    #6 - For the Title of Strongest: Aoshi's New Conflict

    S2:E6

    In the wake of Kenshin's departure, everyone at the dojo is anxious to join the battle against Shishio. With Sanosuke, Kaoru and Yahiko in pursuit, Kenshin encounters Misao, a young girl who also happens to be a clever thief.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 Episode 7 - The Girl Bandit: Misao Makimachi's Hidden Side
    7.7/10(161 votes)

    #7 - The Girl Bandit: Misao Makimachi's Hidden Side

    S2:E7

    After befriending Misao, Kenshin insists that she return the money she's stolen before letting her accompany him on his quest to stop Shishio.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 Episode 8 - Conquered Village: The Grasp of Shishio's Hands
    8.0/10(160 votes)

    #8 - Conquered Village: The Grasp of Shishio's Hands

    S2:E8

    When he and Misao come across a village terrorized by forces loyal to Shishio, Kenshin enlists Saito to help liberate it from the evil gang.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 Episode 9 - Across the Boundary Between Edo and Meiji: Kenshin and Shishio Face to Face!
    8.3/10(166 votes)

    #9 - Across the Boundary Between Edo and Meiji: Kenshin and Shishio Face to Face!

    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
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 Episode 10 - Shock! Reverse Blade Sword Broken: Sojiro's Tenken verses Kenshin
    8.3/10(160 votes)

    #10 - Shock! Reverse Blade Sword Broken: Sojiro's Tenken verses Kenshin

    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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  11. Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 Episode 11 - Sanosuke's Secret Training: The Challenge of Anji, the Destroyer
    8.0/10(157 votes)

    #11 - Sanosuke's Secret Training: The Challenge of Anji, the Destroyer

    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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  12. Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 Episode 12 - The Creator of the Reverse Blade: Shakku Arai's Final Swing
    7.8/10(153 votes)

    #12 - The Creator of the Reverse Blade: Shakku Arai's Final Swing

    S2:E12

    As the showdown with Shishio approaches, Misao finds someone who could produce the sword Kenshin needs, only to be is disappointed when Shakkuu Arai refuses.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer: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(171 votes)

    #13 - A Killer Without Mercy: Fight to the Death Against the Cho of the Juppongatana

    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
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 Episode 14 - The Ultimate Technique of the Hiten-Mitsurugi Style: Reunion with a Mentor, Seijuro Hiko
    8.0/10(158 votes)

    #14 - The Ultimate Technique of the Hiten-Mitsurugi Style: Reunion with a Mentor, Seijuro Hiko

    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
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 Episode 15 - The Formation of an Alliance: The Day When Aoshi Joins with Shishio
    8.0/10(155 votes)

    #15 - The Formation of an Alliance: The Day When Aoshi Joins with Shishio

    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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  16. Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 Episode 16 - Between Life and Death: Master the Ultimate Technique, Amakakeru Ryu no Hikameki!
    9.0/10(232 votes)

    #16 - Between Life and Death: Master the Ultimate Technique, Amakakeru Ryu no Hikameki!

    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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  17. Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 Episode 17 - A Decisive Battle Like Violent Waters: The Strongest Troop, Juppongatana
    8.0/10(154 votes)

    #17 - A Decisive Battle Like Violent Waters: The Strongest Troop, Juppongatana

    S2:E17

    While waiting in jail, Sanosuke learns of Shishio's plan to overthrow the government by recruiting a deadly band of Samurai, including the blind warrior Usui, to defeat Kenshin and Saito.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 Episode 18 - As if to Fly: Stop the Launch of the Battleship Purgatory!
    7.7/10(150 votes)

    #18 - As if to Fly: Stop the Launch of the Battleship Purgatory!

    S2:E18

    Reunited with Sanosuke, Kenshin lays plans to stop Shishio from burning Tokyo to create the confusion he needs to overthrow the government. But Shishio harbors a surprise with his newest weapon, an ironclad battleship hidden inside another.

    Director:Unknown
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  19. Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 Episode 19 - Purgatory Bursts into Flames: The Destiny of Makoto Shishio
    7.9/10(150 votes)

    #19 - Purgatory Bursts into Flames: The Destiny of Makoto Shishio

    S2:E19

    After Kenshin, Saito and Sanosuke destroy his battleship, Shishio issues his challenge for a final confrontation. And following Misao's defeat of the blind Samurai, Usui, Kenshin vows to spare the life of her mentor, Aoshi.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 Episode 20 - Crash! The Lethal Punch, Futae no Kiwami: The Fist of Sonosuke Screams!
    8.1/10(155 votes)

    #20 - Crash! The Lethal Punch, Futae no Kiwami: The Fist of Sonosuke Screams!

    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
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 Episode 21 - Reborn to Salvation: The Beginning of Anji’s New Life
    8.6/10(181 votes)

    #21 - Reborn to Salvation: The Beginning of Anji’s New Life

    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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  22. Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 Episode 22 - The Wolf Destroys the Eye of the Heart: The Fierce Attack of the Zero Stance Gatotsu
    8.3/10(158 votes)

    #22 - The Wolf Destroys the Eye of the Heart: The Fierce Attack of the Zero Stance Gatotsu

    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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  23. Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 Episode 23 - The Promised Time Has Come: Aoshi and Kenshin Fight Again
    8.1/10(152 votes)

    #23 - The Promised Time Has Come: Aoshi and Kenshin Fight Again

    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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  24. Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 Episode 24 - Wake Up Now! Ignore Your Wounds and Fight to the Finish
    8.2/10(150 votes)

    #24 - Wake Up Now! Ignore Your Wounds and Fight to the Finish

    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
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 Episode 25 - To Make a Miracle: The Battle at the Aoiya
    7.7/10(146 votes)

    #25 - To Make a Miracle: The Battle at the Aoiya

    S2:E25

    After Yahiko's fighting skills are stretched to the limit during his defeat of Shishio's warrior, it's now up to Kaoru to enter a battle of her own.

    Director:Unknown
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Season 2 Ratings Summary

"Prelude to the Impending Fight: The Shadow of the Wolf Draws Near" is the best rated episode of "Rurouni Kenshin" season 2. It scored 8.4/10 based on 193 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 10/30/1996. This episode is rated 0.4 points higher than the second-best, "Strongest Opponent From the Past: Merciless Fangs Strike!".