.hack

.hack follows several young players as they navigate the vast, mysterious MMORPG known as “The World” – a place, it turns out, that is sometimes impossible to leave.

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Seasons

1. Role Play

Air Date: 2002-04-04

Tsukasa is trapped in an MMORPG called The World. With his conscious inaccessible, Tsukasa attempts to find his purpose for being in the game.

2. Guardian

Air Date: 2002-04-11

Tsukasa’s inability to log out of the world worries Mimiru. The Crimson Knights, on the other hand, see Tsukasa as a threat.

3. Folklore

Air Date: 2002-04-18

BT and Sora suspect that Tsukasa is somehow connected to a very important artifact, the Key of the Twilight.

4. Wanted

Air Date: 2002-04-25

Tsukasa's rampaging Guardian monster wreaks havoc in The World, and an edict from Subaru makes him a wanted man.

5. Captured

Air Date: 2002-05-02

Tsukasa finally tames his Guardian monster, but unbeknownst to him, someone is plotting his capture.

6. Encounter

Air Date: 2002-05-09

Subaru carefully observes Tsukasa, gradually getting to know him. Sora mounts a rescue mission.

7. Reason

Air Date: 2002-05-16

Mimiru encounters a novice player and offers her guidance in The World. This new relationship helps Mimiru uncover her own motivation for playing.

8. Promise

Air Date: 2002-05-23

Mimiru extends Tsukasa an invitation to meet; BT and Crim share an interesting encounter.

9. Epitaph

Air Date: 2002-05-30

An elite hacker proves instrumental in the quest for the Key of the Twilight, and Tsukasa gets stuck with a sick Grunty.

10. Compensation

Air Date: 2002-06-06

Bear's shortcomings as a father may be the root of his concern for Tsukasa. Clues arise as the search for the Key of the Twilight continues.

11. Party

Air Date: 2002-06-13

Mimiru, Bear, and Tsukasa join forces before embarking on a non-fighting quest.

12. Entanglement

Air Date: 2002-06-20

Tsukasa stumbles upon Aura, an advanced AI, that is being held captive.

13. Twilight Eye

Air Date: 2002-06-27

A way to open the Twilight Eye is discovered, and the group decides to follow the new path unfolding before them.

14. Castle

Air Date: 2002-07-04

After the Eye is opened, a secret area appears, complicating the group's search for the key.

15. Evidence

Air Date: 2002-07-11

Revisit all the major moments from this groundbreaking anime in a series of vivid flashbacks that may shed new light on past events!

16. Depth

Air Date: 2002-07-18

Tsukasa logs back into The World, only to discover that he cannot die. Shocked, he turns to Subaru for answers.

17. Conflict

Air Date: 2002-07-25

Crim refuses to meet BT outside of the game. Later, Tsukasa mounts a rescue attempt – and secrets are revealed.

18. Declaration

Air Date: 2002-08-01

Silver Knight disrupts any and all potential rendezvous between Subaru and Tsukasa. Subaru ponders the future of the Crimson Knights.

19. Recollection

Air Date: 2002-08-08

Subaru drifts aimlessly through The World, reflecting on her past experiences. Her connection with Tsukasa grows even stronger after an unexpected attack.

20. Tempest

Air Date: 2002-08-15

Aura goes missing, Morganna attacks Tsukasa, and the search for the Key of the Twilight continues.

21. Despair

Air Date: 2002-08-23

Tsukasa lingers in a catatonic state, and some immensely powerful monsters make their presence felt in The World.

22. Phantom

Air Date: 2002-08-29

Bear, Mimiru, and Subaru are attacked by yet another seemingly-unstoppable monster, but Balmung comes to the rescue.

23. The Eve

Air Date: 2002-09-05

Tsukasa is too frightened to pass through Helba's gate, and Crim explains Subaru's true life condition.

24. Net Slum

Air Date: 2002-09-12

Upon arriving in Helba's realm – Net Slum – the group is forced to defend Subaru from an attack by Morganna.

25. Catastrophe

Air Date: 2002-09-19

As the battle intensifies, the group seeks shelter in the Cathedral. Morganna summons Guardians to do her bidding.

26. Return

Air Date: 2002-09-26

Drawing strength from Subaru, Tsukasa summons the courage to awaken Aura. Outside of The World, players share a true life encounter.

1. The Legendary Hero

Air Date: 2003-01-09

After winning a contest, twins Shugo and Rena enter The World as legendary hacker characters. Shugo is defeated by an unexpectedly powerful monster, which leads to his resurrection by a mysterious woman.

2. Kite’s Bracelet

Air Date: 2003-01-16

Balmung decides to throw an event to make cherry blossom trees bloom, which Shugo, Rena, and their new sidekick Mireille decide to attend. After a monster appears, Shugo must rely on a furry friend for help in battle.

3. The Phoenix Feather

Air Date: 2003-01-23

Shugo levels up by letting the members in his party do all the work. Next, he helps another player whose sick grunty can only be cured with an item located in a dangerous part of The World.

4. Tanabata Night

Air Date: 2003-01-30

Sanjuro begins to train Shugo, and Rena is selected as the damsel in distress in an event that can make wishes come true.

5. Mansion of Terror

Air Date: 2003-02-06

Rena falls into a trap that was intended for Shugo. Her disappearance leaves the group wondering where she’s gone.

6. Trap of the Hot Steaming Water

Air Date: 2003-02-13

The search for Rena begins. A mysterious message leads the search party to a dangerous location. The party is caught off guard by heartbreaking news.

7. Twilight Moon

Air Date: 2003-02-20

Rena remains in a comatose state and is unable to log out of The World. Balmung reveals that several other users have been affected in a similar way.

8. The Solitary Knight

Air Date: 2003-02-27

Balmung has his role as an administrator taken away, and Rena attempts to contact Shugo with the help of Aura.

9. Footsteps of Collapse

Air Date: 2003-03-06

Shugo uses a new ability to try and reach Rena. The two are almost united, but a rogue AI complicates the situation.

10. Capital of Illusion

Air Date: 2003-03-13

Shugo continues his training with the group, and their teamwork is tested by the appearance of a new monster.

11. The End of the World

Air Date: 2003-03-20

After fending off a dangerous wave of attacks, the group learns of Aura’s plan to maintain the balance of The World through the use of unconventional methods.

12. The Legend Begins

Air Date: 2003-03-27

A virus prevents the party from achieving victory in battle. With data drain left as the only option, Shugo must use his abilities like never before to save Rena.

1. Welcome to "The World"

Air Date: 2006-04-06

Haseo's entrance into The World is marked by a hostile attack – and a crushing defeat. His adventure appears to be over before it started until a mysterious stranger gives him new life.

2. Twilight Brigade

Air Date: 2006-04-13

His search for information about his mysterious savior leads to an invitation for Haseo to join Ovan’s guild.

3. Join

Air Date: 2006-04-20

Rumors being spread about Haseo lead to attacks against him. Invitations to join two separate guilds intrigue him, but an encounter with Shino will influence his choice.

4. Fore Feel

Air Date: 2006-04-27

Haseo embarks on a journey through the game on a quest to level up, Sakisaka grows suspicious, and Tabby meets an untimely end.

5. Distrust

Air Date: 2006-05-04

Haseo is suspected of acting as a spy, putting him at odds with the Twilight Bridgade. His actions after the falling out only serve to further implicate him.

6. Conflict

Air Date: 2006-05-11

Concerns over Sakisaka’s loyalty arise, The World experiences technical difficulties, and Haseo unveils a few new tricks.

7. Intrigue

Air Date: 2006-05-18

Strange occurrences plague The World as Haseo wanders the Lost Grounds. Later, a group exploration leads to shocking new knowledge and a sudden disappearance!

8. Starting

Air Date: 2006-05-25

The group stumbles upon a portal, Haseo shares an encounter with Ender, and more is learned about the virus cores.

9. Melee

Air Date: 2006-06-01

While attempting to collect all the Virus Cores, the Twilight Brigade is attacked by adversaries – and relocated to a mysterious, unknown area.

10. Missing

Air Date: 2006-06-08

Ovan wanders into a trap while searching for the Key of Twilight. Shino, in an attempt to secure Ovan’s release, makes a bold threat!

11. Discord

Air Date: 2006-06-15

Gord gives serious thought to leaving The World for good, and the administrators take serious action against some online outlaws.

12. Breakup

Air Date: 2006-06-22

The Twilight Brigade is forcibly disbanded, Gord finally arrives at a decision regarding his involvement in The World, and Haseo makes a vow to Shino.

13. Tragedy

Air Date: 2006-06-29

Tabby has some shocking news for Haseo, and Shino’s precious data beings to disappear.

14. Unreturner

Air Date: 2006-07-06

Haseo is devastated about his inability to prevent Shino from falling into a comatose state. Tabby has plans for a new guild, but its lack of members is troubling.

15. Pad

Air Date: 2006-07-13

Tabby encounters two players who are new to The World. Later, she learns the secrets to leveling up, and Haseo embarks on a quest for revenge.

16. Resolution

Air Date: 2006-07-20

Phyllo attempts to comfort Haseo, who continues to agonize over his comatose friend. A dangerous new quest – and the promise of newfound power – tempts Haseo.

17. Painful Forest

Air Date: 2006-07-27

Tabby’s been worried about Haseo since his departure to the Forest of Pain. She expresses her concern to Subaro, who is instructed by Pi to follow Haseo into the forest. Meanwhile, Yata and Pi prod Phyllo for information about his relationship with Ovan.

18. Limit

Air Date: 2006-08-10

Tabby is still struggling with her inability to help Haseo in the Forest of Pain. In the forest, Haseo grows frustrated with the ever-growing amount of monsters he must fight before going deeper, but his quest for more power may be his downfall.

19. Violation

Air Date: 2006-08-17

Tawaraya returns unde the moniker “Tohta” to discover a gang of money traders has been flooding the market, creating high inflation. Despite his quest for secrecy, Tohta can’t stand back and let the money traders fleece innocent players, and decides to intervene.

20. Pursuit

Air Date: 2006-08-24

As Haseo’s search for information about Tri-Edge continues, his sanity begins to slip away, and in a murderous rage he kills several PKs. Yata and Pi are still on the hunt for Haseo’s factor. They send Subaro to retrieve it, but she can’t overcome Haseo’s manic strength.

21. Defeat

Air Date: 2006-08-31

A mysterious new player, Midori, has started a “hit-me-if-you-can” service. Haseo, still in the grips of manic power, enlists her services in order to discover Tri-Edge’s whereabouts. Meanwhile, Tohka encourages Tabby to start her own guild.

22. Bonds

Air Date: 2006-09-07

Tabby starts a new healing guild, but so far they haven’t had much success. Tohka points out that their levels are way to low to help anyone, and demands they go out and raise them. Haseo finally makes an appearance in town, and Phyllo warns him about the dangers of being single-minded.

23. Trial

Air Date: 2006-09-14

Haseo, consumed by a violent mania, will stop at nothing to find Tri-Edge, even it if means slaughtering any Player Killer who steps in his way. But while on his murderous rampage he’s left behind a trail of PK enemies who band together to stop him.

24. Confront

Air Date: 2006-09-21

After brutally slaughtering all the PKers, Haseo earns the nickname “The Terror of Death.” Still in the grips of insanity, Haseo refuses help or warnings from his old guild. But when Haseo finally encounters Tri-Edge, will he able to carry out his plan?

25. Truth

Air Date: 2006-09-28

There’s been no sign of Haseo for several days now, and rumors swirl that he’s quit for good. In his absence, Tabby has a realization, and also discovers a new love interest! Meanwhile, Phyllo divulges something shocking to Tohta.

26. Determination