7.6/1018 votes#1 - Azure and Crimson, a Fateful Encounter!
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 4/2/2009
Two of the mightiest warlords of ancient Japan, Takeda Shingen and Uesugi Kenshin, set aside their rivalry to unite against the forces of Date Masamune.
Director: Itsuro Kawasaki
Writer: Yasuyuki Muto
7.8/1014 votes#2 - Horrific! Confrontation at Okehazama!
Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 4/9/2009
Sanada and Date rush to claim the same prize: Imagawa’s head. A clash erupts between the two warriors, but before one can declare victory, their battle is interrupted by a horrifying presence.
Director: Naoyoshi Shiotani
Writer: Yasuyuki Muto
8.1/1010 votes#3 - Vagabond, Maeda Keiji!
Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 4/16/2009
Free-spirited Keiji hopes to build an alliance against the threat of the Demon Lord. His visit with Uesugi ends on a promising note - but his meeting with Date Masamune leads to a battle.
Director: Norihiro Naganuma
Writer: Yasuyuki Muto
8.3/109 votes#4 - Wavering Scarlet Flower – Loyalty that Brings Sorrow!
Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 4/23/2009
The alliance is gathering strength; former rivals are united in the march to war against Oda. Unfortunately, the plan could be doomed without the cooperation and troops of Azai Nagamasa - Oda’s brother-in-law.
Director: Shinpei Ezaki
Writer: Yasuyuki Muto
8.3/109 votes#5 - Brutal! The Righteous Battle of Nagashino and Shitaragahara!
Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 4/30/2009
As entire armies stand poised to attack, Takeda and Uesugi offer Tokugawa a final chance to join forces against Oda - but once his loyalties are decided, a ruthless betrayal soaks the battlefield in blood.
Director: Yoshikazu Ui
Writer: Yasuyuki Muto
8.6/109 votes#6 - Bonds Torn Asunder – Mortifying Retreat for Masamune!
Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 5/7/2009
After he rises to defend the honor of the fallen Azai, Date Masamune orders his forces to retreat. However, Sanada is shocked to discover it might already be too late for the warrior to survive.
Director: Toshiya Niidome
Writer: Yasuyuki Muto
8.4/109 votes#7 - Marauding Villain! Two Dragons Duel in Earnest Under the Moon!
Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 5/14/2009
Matsunaga takes three of Date’s men hostage and demands a ransom of rare and valuable weaponry. Katakura sets out to rescue the men - but he might not be able to do it alone.
Director: Kentarou Suzuki
Writer: Yasuyuki Muto
8.3/109 votes#8 - Great Temple of Carnage! Kojuro in Dire Straits!
Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 5/21/2009
Katakura, Sanada, and Sarutobi arrive with the treasures requested by Matsunaga, who betrays his word and attacks the hostages.
Director: Ken Ando
Writer: Yasuyuki Muto
8.4/109 votes#9 - The Tiger of Kai Dies at Midaigawa!
Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 5/28/2009
Oda’s army is on the move in the south, while his most lethal assassins strike the opposition leaders of the east. As Takeda and Uesugi fight for their lives, many loyal to the alliance meet their demise.
Director: Shinpei Ezaki
Writer: Yasuyuki Muto
8.6/109 votes#10 - Yukimura Beyond Hope of Recovery!? The Date Army's Tearful Dissolution
Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 6/4/2009
With Takeda and Uesugi injured, the remaining alliance leaders plot their final assault against Oda. Even though the situation looks bleak, Date and Sanada prepare to face their destinies.
Director: Yoshiyuki Fujiwara
Writer: Yasuyuki Muto
8.4/109 votes#11 - Mitsuhide's Rebellion! Honnouji Destroyed by Fire!!
Season 1 Episode 11 - Aired 6/11/2009
Date and Sanada arrive at Honnoji, but the showdown with evil will have to wait - the Demon Lord has set a trap. Meanwhile, a voice from beyond the grave encourages Ichi to take action against Oda.
Director: Kazuya Nomura
Writer: Yasuyuki Muto
8.2/1012 votes#12 - Adzuchi Castle Tower: the Battle to the Death Where Tomorrow was Begun!
Season 1 Episode 12 - Aired 6/18/2009
The incredible final battle explodes at Azuchi Castle! With amazing power and determination, Date and Sanada unleash against the mighty Demon Lord.
Director: Itsuro Kawasaki, Toshiya Niidome
Writer: Yasuyuki Muto
The Best Episodes of Sengoku BASARA: Samurai Kings Season 1
Every episode of Sengoku BASARA: Samurai Kings Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Sengoku BASARA: Samurai Kings Season 1!
During the Sengoku period, there are many factions constantly at war. One of these is led by a one-eyed man named Date Masamune and another...
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Season 1 Ratings Summary
"Azure and Crimson, a Fateful Encounter!" is the best rated episode of "Sengoku BASARA: Samurai Kings" season 1. It scored 7.6/10 based on 18 votes. Directed by Itsuro Kawasaki and written by Yasuyuki Muto, it aired on 4/2/2009. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "Horrific! Confrontation at Okehazama!".