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The Best Episodes of The Ancient Magus' Bride

Hatori Chise has lived a life full of neglect and abuse, devoid of anything resembling love. Far from the warmth of family, she has had...
  1. 8.4/10(99 votes)

    #1 - First impressions are the most lasting.

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    S2:E5

    Chise learns a bit more about the history of both the College and her classmates. Zoe's secret is revealed, and a pact is formed.

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  2. 8.3/10(97 votes)

    #2 - The cowl does not make the monk.

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    S2:E4

    Two separate conversations reveal the multitude of revelations that Chise and Elias have had about one another, and the ways they've both grown and changed. Hazel guides them on a dangerous shortcut back to the College.

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  3. 8.2/10(102 votes)

    #3 - Birds of a feather flock together. II

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    S2:E3

    Chise shares a meal with her new classmates, but several teachers and students at the College have their eyes on both her and Elias for reasons yet unknown. Chise and Elias head home for the weekend and Stella drops by for a visit.

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  4. 8.1/10(199 votes)

    #4 - Let Sleeping Dogs Lie.

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    S1:E8

    Alice sees Elias' changes and decides immediately that he could never be human. Sorcerer Cartaphilius, who is attempting to capture the black dog by manipulating Renfred and Alice, causes Elias to show a completely different side of himself when his "work" hurts Chise. Those who know Elias call him the Pilum Murialis.

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    Director:Yuumi Kawai
    Writer:Aya Takaha
  5. 8.1/10(85 votes)

    #5 - Better bend than break.

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    S2:E6

    Alice and Chise to try and sort through their feelings on their complicated relationships with their respective masters.

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  6. 8.1/10(81 votes)

    #6 - Slow and sure. II

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    S2:E8

    An otherwise educational and relaxing camping trip with her classmates ends with a terrifying encounter in the shadows of the night forest, forcing Chise to rely on her own wits and abilities instead of Elias' magic.

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  8. 8.1/10(79 votes)

    #7 - Conscience does make cowards of us all. I

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    S2:E9

    After returning from camp, Lucy is still unconscious and it's still not clear what's behind her sudden loss of strength...this worries Chise deeply.

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  9. 8.1/10(79 votes)

    #8 - Conscience does make cowards of us all. II

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    S2:E10

    While watching over Lucy, Chise discovers her connection to Seth and their family's tragic history. While a professor seems to have been the victim of a user of a banned book, a mysterious killer seems to resurface...

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  10. 8.0/10(235 votes)

    #9 - The Balance Distinguishes Not Between Gold and Lead.

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    S1:E3

    Simon, who is assigned by the Church to keep an eye on Elias, visits with some business. One of his requests brings Chise and Elias to the ends of the earth, where they meet Elias' mentor, Lindel, along with an old race on the verge of extinction. An old one, about to return to the earth, spends his last moments sharing a dream with Chise.

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  11. 8.0/10(197 votes)

    #10 - Talk of the Devil, and He Is Sure to Appear.

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    S1:E7

    The dog, with its flowing, black hair and burning red eyes, called Chise by the name "Isabelle." The Church's final request is to investigate a black dog that emerged in a cemetetry, but the black dog ends up saving Chise from danger. Meanwhile, Renfred's apprentice, Alice, is also on the move, looking for the black dog.

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    Writer:Aya Takaha
  12. 8.0/10(75 votes)

    #11 - A small leak will sink a great ship. II

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    S2:E12

    It's time for family explanations, whether between Lucy and her brother, or Alice and Renfred. The College is also going through a complicated period where other magicians seem to want to harm new students.

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  13. 7.9/10(208 votes)

    #12 - Love Conquers All.

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    S1:E5

    To sorcerer Refnred's eyes, Chise is a sad girl, being duped by a mage. But no matter what Elias' true motives are, Chise has no intention of leaving him. Elias was the first person to value her, after all. As she walks towards the epicenter, she learns of the truth behind it. The sight of a boy appears behind the tragedy.

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  14. 7.9/10(165 votes)

    #13 - As you sow, so shall you reap.

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    S1:E22

    Having captured Chise, Cartaphilus begins grafting parts of her onto himself. He forces her to relive some of her worst memories.

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    Director:Yoko Kanamori
    Writer:Aya Takaha
  15. 7.9/10(51 votes)

    #14 - Give a thief enough rope and he'll hang himself.

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    S2:E22

    As Lizbeth's plans near fruition, Philomela thinks about what it is she really wants.

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  16. 7.8/10(184 votes)

    #15 - Better to ask the way than go astray.

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    S1:E12

    Lindel finishes the staff that Chise had finished carving. As she finishes, she meets an old friend, who offers her some wise advice.

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  17. 7.8/10(169 votes)

    #16 - Live and let live.

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    S1:E24

    Cartaphilus and Chise argue over their respective approaches to dealing with their own suffering, beating each other up brutally in the process.

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  18. 7.8/10(80 votes)

    #17 - Slow and sure. I

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    S2:E7

    Chise attends P.E. as Elias looks on. Philomela is summoned home. Alice stubbornly continues her training, while Adolf consoles Renfred through his troubles. The students embark on a camping trip.

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  19. 7.8/10(75 votes)

    #18 - A small leak will sink a great ship. I

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    S2:E11

    Apparently, a forbidden magic book called "The Testament of Carnamagos" is being used to rob Lucy and Simeon of their magical powers. But who exactly is behind it is still unclear. Elias takes care of the matter because he fears that otherwise Chise will put herself in danger for her friend and because he himself wants to protect a friend.

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  20. 7.8/10(55 votes)

    #19 - Coming events cast their shadows before.

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    S2:E18

    Despite their disappointment that the College will be closed through Christmas, the students try and prepare for the holiday party. Chise takes another dive into Lucy's memories. Philomela reaches her breaking point.

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  21. 7.8/10(54 votes)

    #20 - Man's extremity is God's opportunity.

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    S2:E19

    Philomela bargains for Liza to undo the seal over the College so she can return home to fulfill her duty. As Chise gives chase, her power gives her a terrifying new form.

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    Director:Aro Morita
  22. 7.8/10(51 votes)

    #21 - Even a worm will turn.

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    S2:E20

    Alycone reflects on Philomela's childhood and her all-important task. An ancient and fearsome goddess blocks Chise's path on the way to the Sargant family home and demands tribute that was promised a year ago.

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  23. 7.8/10(48 votes)

    #22 - The show must go on. I

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    S2:E24

    Philomela stands against Lizbeth in a final battle of wills.

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  24. 7.7/10(177 votes)

    #23 - Lovers Ever Run Before the Clock.

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    S1:E11

    Elias, is an odd failure who pretends to be human -- but is it because of his master's words, or because of his distrust for humans, that he stopped communicating about himself? Lindel's alias, Echoes, refers to the to a song akin to the sound of snowmelt, traveling through the wind, causing the blooming of flowers and the dancing of fairies. The magic of the song turns into a mirror the surface of the water Chise peers into. What does she see beyond the mirror?

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  25. 7.7/10(158 votes)

    #24 - Nothing seek, nothing find.

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    S1:E23

    Elias earns the help of many, and they form a search party for Chise. Meanwhile, Chise and Cartaphilus relive his past together.

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  26. 7.6/10(168 votes)

    #25 - Looks breed love.

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    S1:E14

    With Chise being transformed into a fox, she takes off running into the woods. Elias chases after her. Later, Chise is visited by the Leanan sídhe, who is attached to Joel, claiming that Joel will not wake up.

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    Director:Yoko Kanamori
    Writer:Aya Takaha

Best Episodes Summary

"First impressions are the most lasting." is the best rated episode of "The Ancient Magus' Bride". It scored 8.4/10 based on 99 votes. Directed by Tetsuo Hirakawa and written by Yoko Yonaiyama, it aired on 5/4/2023. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "The cowl does not make the monk.".