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The Best Episodes of The Ancient Magus' Bride

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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 her share of troubles and pitfalls. Just when all hope

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    The Ancient Magus' Bride Season 2 Episode 4 - The cowl does not make the monk.
    8.5/10(108 votes)

    #1 - The cowl does not make the monk.

    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.

    Director:Tomoaki Koshida
    Writer:Aya Takaha

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  2. The Ancient Magus' Bride Season 2 Episode 5 - First impressions are the most lasting.
    8.5/10(111 votes)

    #2 - First impressions are the most lasting.

    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.

    Director:Tetsuo Hirakawa
    Writer:Yoko Yonaiyama

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  3. The Ancient Magus' Bride Season 2 Episode 10 - Conscience does make cowards of us all. II
    8.4/10(88 votes)

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

    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...

    Director:Yukio Takahashi
    Writer:Chiaki Nishinaka

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  4. The Ancient Magus' Bride Season 2 Episode 6 - Better bend than break.
    8.3/10(96 votes)

    #4 - Better bend than break.

    S2:E6

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

    Director:Himari Tamagawa
    Writer:Yoko Yonaiyama

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  5. The Ancient Magus' Bride Season 2 Episode 8 - Slow and sure. II
    8.3/10(91 votes)

    #5 - Slow and sure. II

    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.

    Director:Kunihiro Mori
    Writer:Chiaki Nishinaka

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  6. The Ancient Magus' Bride Season 2 Episode 9 - Conscience does make cowards of us all. I
    8.3/10(89 votes)

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

    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.

    Director:Tomoaki Koshida
    Writer:Aya Takaha

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  7. The Ancient Magus' Bride Season 2 Episode 12 - A small leak will sink a great ship. II
    8.3/10(84 votes)

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

    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.

    Director:Kyosuke Takada
    Writer:Yoko Yonaiyama

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  8. The Ancient Magus' Bride Season 2 Episode 22 - Give a thief enough rope and he'll hang himself.
    8.3/10(61 votes)

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

    S2:E22

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

    Directors:Kazuaki Terasawa, Aro Morita, Yosuke Yamamoto
    Writer:Aya Takaha

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  9. The Ancient Magus' Bride Season 2 Episode 19 - Man's extremity is God's opportunity.
    8.2/10(64 votes)

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

    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.

    Director:Aro Morita
    Writer:Yoko Yonaiyama

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  10. The Ancient Magus' Bride Season 2 Episode 20 - Even a worm will turn.
    8.2/10(61 votes)

    #10 - Even a worm will turn.

    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.

    Director:Himari Tamagawa
    Writer:Akimine Takahashi

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  11. The Ancient Magus' Bride Season 2 Episode 24 - The show must go on. I
    8.2/10(60 votes)

    #11 - The show must go on. I

    S2:E24

    Philomela stands against Lizbeth in a final battle of wills.

    Directors:Kazuaki Terasawa, Aro Morita
    Writer:Aya Takaha

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  12. The Ancient Magus' Bride Season 1 Episode 8 - Let sleeping dogs lie.
    8.1/10(212 votes)

    #12 - Let sleeping dogs lie.

    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.

    Director:Yuumi Kawai
    Writer:Aya Takaha

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  13. The Ancient Magus' Bride Season 2 Episode 7 - Slow and sure. I
    8.1/10(90 votes)

    #13 - Slow and sure. I

    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.

    Director:Tomoaki Koshida
    Writer:Aya Takaha

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  14. The Ancient Magus' Bride Season 1 Episode 3 - The balance distinguishes not between gold and lead.
    8.0/10(250 votes)

    #14 - The balance distinguishes not between gold and lead.

    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.

    Director:Takeshi Ninomiya
    Writer:Aya Takaha

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  15. The Ancient Magus' Bride Season 1 Episode 7 - Talk of the devil, and he is sure to appear.
    8.0/10(209 votes)

    #15 - Talk of the devil, and he is sure to appear.

    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.

    Director:Ryuta Kawahara
    Writer:Aya Takaha

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  16. The Ancient Magus' Bride Season 2 Episode 11 - A small leak will sink a great ship. I
    8.0/10(84 votes)

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

    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.

    Director:Tomoaki Koshida
    Writer:Yoko Yonaiyama

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  17. The Ancient Magus' Bride Season 2 Episode 18 - Coming events cast their shadows before.
    8.0/10(63 votes)

    #17 - Coming events cast their shadows before.

    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.

    Director:Tomoaki Koshida
    Writer:Aya Takaha

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  18. The Ancient Magus' Bride Season 2 Episode 21 - A burnt child dreads the fire.
    8.0/10(62 votes)

    #18 - A burnt child dreads the fire.

    S2:E21

    While Zoe fights off the werewolf, the other students finally reach Philomela. Chise takes a dive into her dark memories, but as everyone's secrets begin to unravel, Philomela hesitates to take her classmates' outstretched hands.

    Director:Tomoaki Koshida
    Writer:Chiaki Nishinaka

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  19. The Ancient Magus' Bride Season 1 Episode 5 - Love conquers all.
    7.9/10(223 votes)

    #19 - Love conquers all.

    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.

    Director:Tomoya Kunisaki
    Writer:Aya Takaha

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  20. The Ancient Magus' Bride Season 1 Episode 22 - As you sow, so shall you reap.
    7.9/10(174 votes)

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

    S1:E22

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

    Director:Yoko Kanamori
    Writer:Aya Takaha

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  21. The Ancient Magus' Bride Season 2 Episode 15 - Needs must when the devil drives. I
    7.9/10(66 votes)

    #21 - Needs must when the devil drives. I

    S2:E15

    Bored with having nothing to do but study, the students play a puzzle game, but it stirs up bad memories for Philomela and Rian. Alcyone ponders her assigned role. As the rainy season starts, Elias and Chise finally sit down to catch up.

    Director:Yohji Satoh
    Writer:Yoko Yonaiyama

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  22. The Ancient Magus' Bride Season 2 Episode 16 - Needs must when the devil drives. II
    7.9/10(67 votes)

    #22 - Needs must when the devil drives. II

    S2:E16

    Violet and Chise host an after hours test of courage for their classmates by having them pair up to visit various haunted locations around campus, but the evening leads to some revealing conversations.

    Director:Taisuke Mamori
    Writer:Akimine Takahashi

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  23. The Ancient Magus' Bride Season 2 Episode 23 - Of two evils choose the less.
    7.9/10(59 votes)

    #23 - Of two evils choose the less.

    S2:E23

    The fight begins in earnest as Lizbeth starts to gain the upper hand, but Chise and company receive some unexpected assistance.

    Director:Miho Nagisa
    Writer:Yoko Yonaiyama

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  24. The Ancient Magus' Bride Season 1 Episode 12 - Better to ask the way than go astray.
    7.8/10(196 votes)

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

    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.

    Director:Norihiro Naganuma
    Writer:Aya Takaha

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  25. The Ancient Magus' Bride Season 1 Episode 23 - Nothing seek, nothing find.
    7.8/10(167 votes)

    #25 - Nothing seek, nothing find.

    S1:E23

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

    Directors:Tomoko Hiramuki, Yohji Satoh
    Writer:Aya Takaha

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Best Episodes Summary

"The cowl does not make the monk." is the best rated episode of "The Ancient Magus' Bride". It scored 8.5/10 based on 108 votes. Directed by Tomoaki Koshida and written by Aya Takaha, it aired on 4/27/2023. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "First impressions are the most lasting.".