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The Best Episodes of Scarlet Nexus

Every episode of Scarlet Nexus ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Scarlet Nexus!

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Saved by the Other Suppression Force as a child, psychokinetic Yuito enlists in this elite team formed to fight Earth’s enemy. Meanwhile, prodigy Kasane was scouted for her abilities. Kasane’s dreams tell her strange things,

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Scarlet Nexus Season 1 Episode 4 - Red Strings
    7.6/10(18 votes)

    #1 - Red Strings

    S1:E4

    Karen's machinations lead to a battle between comrades until a new threat arrives, claiming all around it. Yuito and company lick their wounds as they learn about Karen's motives. Others swarm into Suoh, and Kasane and company awake in a strange place.

    Director:Kiyoshi Egami
    Writer:Akiko Inoue

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  2. Scarlet Nexus Season 1 Episode 1 - Scarlet Psionics
    7.2/10(37 votes)

    #2 - Scarlet Psionics

    S1:E1

    Yuito and Nagi are inducted into the Scarlet Guardians and meet their team members, each with their own psionic power. Soon after, they join the battle against invading mutants known as Others, but could there be more to the invasion than meets the eye?

    Director:Nana Harada
    Writer:Yoichi Kato

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  3. Scarlet Nexus Season 1 Episode 7 - The Hunt for Nagi
    7.2/10(14 votes)

    #3 - The Hunt for Nagi

    S1:E7

    Friends become enemies as the OSF splits in two. Yuito receives a promotion, but why can't he remember? Karen creates a new Seiran OSF platoon and tells Kasane they have Naomi in their care. The hunt for Nagi is on as Yuito gains fresh intel.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Scarlet Nexus Season 1 Episode 2 - Scarlet Guardians
    7.1/10(25 votes)

    #4 - Scarlet Guardians

    S1:E2

    Yuito's memory of his childhood savior returns. While off duty, Yuito and Nagi run into Naomi and Kasane. Something is afoot in Seiran, but is it related to Karen's agenda? The Seto and Kyoka platoons train, and then scramble to intercept the Others.

    Director:Moe Suzuki
    Writer:Toshizo Nemoto

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  5. Scarlet Nexus Season 1 Episode 5 - Karen's Revolt
    7.1/10(16 votes)

    #5 - Karen's Revolt

    S1:E5

    As Karen's revolt gathers steam, Yuito and forces loyal to New Himuka are hard-pressed. Fubuki takes command of a band of loyalists and orders Yuito to check that his father is safe. Karen publically reveals a motive, and Yuito has a shocking encounter.

    Director:Kyohei Suzuki
    Writer:Yoichi Kato

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  6. Scarlet Nexus Season 1 Episode 22 - Brothers
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    #6 - Brothers

    S1:E22

    Wakana's return to her own time doesn't have the intended result. Yuito and Kasane have a new and complex entanglement to deal with. Yuito meets Kaito for what could be the last time, but will he give him what he wants? Fubuki comes to the rescue.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Scarlet Nexus Season 1 Episode 23 - The Sumeragi Mausoleum
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    #7 - The Sumeragi Mausoleum

    S1:E23

    All hell breaks loose when the Extinction Belt descends to a record-low elevation. Kaito resumes his post as the Others threaten to overrun Suoh. Yuito and company head into the Sumeragi Mausoleum to unravel the last entanglement.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Scarlet Nexus Season 1 Episode 24 - Slumbering Desire
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    #8 - Slumbering Desire

    S1:E24

    A shock awaits Yuito and company when they confront Karen in the mausoleum. Can they convince him to help? Yuito and Kasane deal with their regrets over what happened to Nagi and Naomi, and they must take drastic measures in an attempt to save the world.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Scarlet Nexus Season 1 Episode 25 - Operation Destroy the Kunad Gate
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    #9 - Operation Destroy the Kunad Gate

    S1:E25

    Yuito and company try to convince Karen to help save the world. A bold plan is hatched to kill two birds with one stone, but is Yuito up to snuff? Karen makes a fateful decision to try one last time to travel back to the past and change the future.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Scarlet Nexus Season 1 Episode 8 - The Hospital's Secrets
    6.8/10(12 votes)

    #10 - The Hospital's Secrets

    S1:E8

    The hunt for Nagi continues. Yuito's platoon is ambushed but makes a narrow escape. Fubuki and Luka reveal the hospital's secrets and the dark truths behind them. Kasane's platoon searches for Naomi. Karen offers to help with Naomi's condition.

    Director:Shuntaro Tozawa
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Scarlet Nexus Season 1 Episode 9 - A Dubious Wonder Drug
    6.8/10(11 votes)

    #11 - A Dubious Wonder Drug

    S1:E9

    Fubuki reveals his mindset to Yuito. After approaching Kaito, Fubuki's plan takes shape. Yuito's ailment worsens, and he tries the drug he was prescribed. His platoon discovers a secret manufacturing plant and has a run-in with Kasane's platoon.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Scarlet Nexus Season 1 Episode 26 - To Each Their Own Future
    6.8/10(11 votes)

    #12 - To Each Their Own Future

    S1:E26

    Yuito begins a new journey, and Kasane is tasked with a new mission. Promotions and new challenges await their comrades. But as they each go their separate ways, will anyone remember Karen's sacrifice or that he even existed?

    Director:Hiroyuki Nishimura
    Writer:Toshizo Nemoto

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  13. Scarlet Nexus Season 1 Episode 3 - Conspiracy
    6.7/10(21 votes)

    #13 - Conspiracy

    S1:E3

    Something goes horribly wrong with Naomi, leaving her comrades dazed and confused. It's clear there is more to it when they're told to keep quiet. Kasane divulges a shocking secret to Yuito, and the Seto and Kyoka platoons face an unexpected enemy.

    Director:Masaharu Tomoda
    Writer:Toshizo Nemoto

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  14. Scarlet Nexus Season 1 Episode 13 - The Design Children
    6.7/10(9 votes)

    #14 - The Design Children

    S1:E13

    Yuito and Kasane try to flee Togetsu with their platoons. Kyoka attempts to thwart Kasane's escape. Yuito's platoon learns of Kasane's past and why she tried to kill him. Kagero's past comes to light, and he confirms Togetsu's story about the moon.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. Scarlet Nexus Season 1 Episode 11 - Togetsu
    6.6/10(9 votes)

    #15 - Togetsu

    S1:E11

    With the government in hot pursuit, Yuito ponders his next move. Yuito's platoon learns that he was once a dud and that Fubuki is missing. Yuito and Kasane separately decide to go to Togetsu with their platoons, but who or what will they find there?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Scarlet Nexus Season 1 Episode 12 - The Moon's Secrets
    6.6/10(9 votes)

    #16 - The Moon's Secrets

    S1:E12

    Yuito's platoon accesses information only available in Togetsu. Kasane has a flashback to a forgotten past and encounters an unlikely savior within the Togetsu compound. Yuito's platoon sets out to access Togetsu's other computer system.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. Scarlet Nexus Season 1 Episode 14 - A 2,000-Year Ambition
    6.6/10(9 votes)

    #17 - A 2,000-Year Ambition

    S1:E14

    Kagero provides more info on the Ark mission and explains the Extinction Belt's origin. A new threat stalks the platoons, but their escape route is even more dangerous. They must decide their next step once Togetsu's ultimate objective is revealed.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. Scarlet Nexus Season 1 Episode 18 - Karen's Wish
    6.6/10(9 votes)

    #18 - Karen's Wish

    S1:E18

    Fubuki and Yuito's platoon exchange info. Fubuki recounts the past he, Alice, and Karen share and explains what happened to Alice and why Karen is taking desperate measures. Yuito's platoon forms a plan to stop Togetsu. Kagero makes a shocking confession.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. Scarlet Nexus Season 1 Episode 10 - The Rebel Yuito
    6.5/10(9 votes)

    #19 - The Rebel Yuito

    S1:E10

    Fubuki puts his plan into action. Yuito and his platoon set out to recover Nagi's memory data. Kasane's platoon learns more about the Kunad Gate and her encounter with future Yuito. Yuito learns a shocking truth from his past. Togetsu comes into play.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. Scarlet Nexus Season 1 Episode 19 - Kagero's Confession
    6.5/10(8 votes)

    #20 - Kagero's Confession

    S1:E19

    Kagero explains what's behind his actions. Yuito and company learn what really happened the day Chairman Sumeragi was killed. Yuito and Kagero have a reckoning. Yuito and Kasane's platoons infiltrate Togetsu again, but little do they know what's in store.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. Scarlet Nexus Season 1 Episode 6 - A Doomed Tomorrow
    6.4/10(15 votes)

    #21 - A Doomed Tomorrow

    S1:E6

    Kasane and company wake to a shocking reality and strange encounters. Kasane learns about the void in the sky and a way to stop it. Yuito and Kasane clash after she finds out what is behind Karen's revolt. Kasane heads to Seiran with other OSF members.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. Scarlet Nexus Season 1 Episode 17 - Arahabaki's Trap
    6.4/10(9 votes)

    #22 - Arahabaki's Trap

    S1:E17

    After stealing Kasane's power, Karen sets his sights on Yuito's. Yuito's broadcast triggers unrest. Yuito's platoon hatches a plan to save him. The New Himukan government orders a lockdown. Fubuki escapes, but will he reach Yuito in time?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. Scarlet Nexus Season 1 Episode 15 - Nagi Attacks
    6.2/10(9 votes)

    #23 - Nagi Attacks

    S1:E15

    Nagi confronts Yuito's platoon. Arashi has a plan. Yuito's brother tells him the truth about their family. Yuito prepares to expose New Himuka's agenda. Kasane's platoon receives shocking news as they prepare to approach Seiran's leadership.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. Scarlet Nexus Season 1 Episode 16 - Naomi and Alice
    6.2/10(9 votes)

    #24 - Naomi and Alice

    S1:E16

    Suoh prepares to deploy Naomi, Alice, and the rest of the human-derived Others. Kasane's platoon rushes to stop them. Yuito's platoon ventures into Arahabaki to broadcast the secretly recorded video to the public. Karen uses his Brain Eater power.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. Scarlet Nexus Season 1 Episode 20 - Together Again
    6.1/10(8 votes)

    #25 - Together Again

    S1:E20

    Yuito and Kasane learn about their mother's past as their platoons continue their mission to shut down BABE. Kasane travels to the past to meet with someone who knows about the Red Strings, but when she returns to the present, she's not alone!

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Red Strings" is the best rated episode of "Scarlet Nexus". It scored 7.6/10 based on 18 votes. Directed by Kiyoshi Egami and written by Akiko Inoue, it aired on 7/22/2021. This episode scored 0.4 points higher than the second highest rated, "Scarlet Psionics".