In the first season, from episodes 1 to 13, the opening theme is "Boku no Kotoba Dewanai Kore wa Boku-tachi no Kotoba" (These Aren't My Words. These Are Our Words) by UVERworld and the ending theme is "Lapis Lazuli" by Eir Aoi. From episode 14 onwards, the opening theme is "Uzu to Uzu" (Swirl and Swirl) by NICO Touches the Walls and the ending theme is "One Light" by Kalafina.
For the second season, the opening theme is "Tsubasa" (Wings), performed again by Eir Aoi, and for the ending theme is "Blaze", performed again by Kalafina
"The Glory of Ecbatana" Transcription: "Ekubatāna no Eiga" (Japanese: エクバターナの栄華)
April5,2015(2015-04-05)
Arslan, Crown Prince of the Kingdom of Pars, finds himself in a predicament when a young prisoner from the nation of Lusitania holds him hostage in an attempt to escape. In the course of the adventure, the young prince learns something of the world beyond the Royal Palace.
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"Age Fourteen, Maiden Battle" Transcription: "Jūyon-sai, Uijin" (Japanese: 十四歳、初陣)
April12,2015(2015-04-12)
Now fourteen years old, Arslan takes part in his first battle against Lusitania, and all odds seem weighted in the Parsian army's favor until his father, King Andragoras III, falls victim to an act of treason by one of his generals.
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"The Knight in Black" Transcription: "Kokui no Kishi" (Japanese: 黒衣の騎士)
April19,2015(2015-04-19)
Arslan is rescued by his loyal retainer Daryun. Meanwhile, Lusitanian forces led by General Silvermask ambush the king as he leads what is left of the Parsian army in their retreat from the battlefield.
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"The World-weary Strategist" Transcription: "Ensei no Gunshi" (Japanese: 厭世の軍師)
April26,2015(2015-04-26)
Arslan and Daryun seek the help of the retired tactician Narsus, but convincing him to join their cause will not be an easy task.
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"The Royal Capital Burns, Part One" Transcription: "Ō Toenjō ~Zenpen~" (Japanese: 王都炎上 〜前編〜)
May3,2015(2015-05-03)
While Arslan and Daryun enlist the help of Narsus and his page Elam, Lusitania begins their siege of the royal capital of Ecbatana. The actions of a wandering minstrel named Gieve draw the attention of Queen Tahamine and her advisors. The Lusitanian soldiers call for the slaves inside the walls to join them in exchange for their freedom.
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"The Royal Capital Burns, Part Two" Transcription: "Ō Toenjō ~Kōhen~" (Japanese: 王都炎上 〜後編〜)
May10,2015(2015-05-10)
Gieve escapes Ecbatana after clashing with Silvermask in the tunnel system. Silvermask makes use of the tunnels to strike the palace from within, while the Lusitanian forces, assisted by the slaves, break into the capital and conquer it.
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"The Beauties and the Beasts" Transcription: "Bijo-tachi to Yajuu-tachi" (Japanese: 美女たちと野獣たち)
May17,2015(2015-05-17)
As the Lusitanian army plunders the capital, Gieve meets the beautiful priestess Farangis, who is in search of Arslan. Upon learning that the traitor general Kharlan intends to raid the nearby villages in order to capture them, Arslan and his companions decide to take the fight to the enemy.
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"The Treasonous Hero" Transcription: "Uragiri no Eiyuu" (Japanese: 裏切りの英雄)
May24,2015(2015-05-24)
Kharlan continues his pursuit of Arslan, and is lured into a trap set by Narsus. In the battle that ensues, Arslan's party meets Gieve and Farangis, who join their cause as well. Meanwhile at the capital, Silvermask confronts the captive King Andragoras, revealing his identity and motives.
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"Beneath the Mask" Transcription: "Kamen no Shita" (Japanese: 仮面の下)
May31,2015(2015-05-31)
Daryun and Narsus infiltrate the capital in search of information, coming across Silvermask in the occasion. Arslan has another encounter with the runaway prisoner he met years before.
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"The Lord and Master of Kashan Fortress" Transcription: "Kashān Jousai no Omo" (Japanese: カシャーン城塞の主)
June7,2015(2015-06-07)
Arslan and his subjects seek refuge in Kashan Fortress, which is governed by Lord Hodir. However, it does not take long for the party to realize that Hodir has an ulterior motive for sheltering them, and so take measures to protect themselves.
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"The Road to Peshawar" Transcription: "Peshawāru e no Michi" (Japanese: ペシャワールへの道)
June14,2015(2015-06-14)
On their way to the stronghold at Peshawar, Arslan's party is pursued by a force led by Zandeh, Kharlan's son (who seeks to avenge his father) and they are forced to split up. While escorting Arslan, Gieve learns the true nature of the prince's personality.
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"A Knight's Loyalty" Transcription: "Kishi no Chuugi" (Japanese: 騎士の忠義)
June21,2015(2015-06-21)
Silvermask slaughters a band of nomads and when the leader's daughter, Alfarid, risks her life in order to avenge her father, Narsus appears to rescue her. Meanwhile, the rest of Arslan's party regroups and fights Zandeh's forces, including the mysterious sorcerer that aids him.
Arslan and his companions reach Peshawar in safety, but there is some discord among the generals regarding the prince's request for aid. Uncertain if he is up to the task of liberating the kingdom, Arslan is attacked by Silvermask.
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"The Foreign Prince" Transcription: "Ikoku no Ouji" (Japanese: 異国の王子)
July12,2015(2015-07-12)
Taking advantage of the crisis in Pars, Prince Rajendra, from the Kingdom of Sindhura,commands an army to invade the country from the east, only to be defeated and captured by Arslan's subjects. Knowing that Rajendra is contending for the throne of his own country with his older brother Gadevi, Arslan convinces him to form an alliance.
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"The Black Leopard of Shindra" Transcription: "Shindura no Kurohyou" (Japanese: シンドゥラの黒豹)
July19,2015(2015-07-19)
Arslan and his subjects assist Rajendra's campaign against Gadevi, and are provided with a Sindhuran guide named Jaswant. However, Jaswant is not who he claims to be. Despite this, it does not take long for the party to turn the situation to their own advantage.
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"Elegy for the Setting Sun" Transcription: "Rakujitsu Hika" (Japanese: 落日悲歌)
July26,2015(2015-07-26)
Gadevi commands his army to bring down Arslan and Rajendra's alliance. Believing that he has the Parsian forces isolated, Gadevi sends his main force against Rajendra. However, the Parsians, having outsmarted their enemies once again, join the battle at a critical moment to turn the tables on Gadevi.
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"The Duel Before the Gods" Transcription: "Shinzen Kettou" (Japanese: 神前決闘)
August2,2015(2015-08-02)
A duel is called by the king of Sindhura to settle the dispute between the two princes. Daryun, chosen as Rajendra's proxy, battles Bahadur, a massive and vicious warrior released from prison by Gadevi to be his representative. Daryun is victorious, but Gadevi, not pleased with the result, turns against his own father and Arslan's party must fight for their lives amid the ensuing chaos.
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"Once Again Across the River" Transcription: "Futatabi Kawa o Koete" (Japanese: ふたたび河をこえて)
August9,2015(2015-08-09)
Following his father's death and his brother's execution, Rajendra is crowned the king of Sindhura. Arslan and his army then return to Pars, but Rajendra repays their help with another act of betrayal.
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"The End of the Winter" Transcription: "Fuyu no Owari" (Japanese: 冬の終り)
August16,2015(2015-08-16)
Now with Jaswant in his party, Arslan returns to Peshawar, while back at Ecbatana, Silvermask gathers an army in order to confront the rebellious Lusitanian Temple Knights. However, his ultimate goal remains liberating Pars and taking the throne for himself.
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"The True Face of a Knight" Transcription: "Kishi no Sugao" (Japanese: 騎士の素顔)
August23,2015(2015-08-23)
The forces loyal to Arslan gather in Peshawar in preparation for the battle to retake the capital. However, faced with the issues regarding Silvermask's past and his own uncertain origins, Arslan's resolve falters. He meets a young girl, unaware that she is actually Etoile, the same Lusitanian captive he met when he was a child. Her words inspire him to seek the throne for himself.
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"A Song of Farewell" Transcription: "Wakare no uta" (Japanese: 別れの詩)
August30,2015(2015-08-30)
Arslan begins his march to retake Ecbatana but must separate himself from one of his allies in the face of prejudice on the part of several of his new officers.
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"The Night Before the Attack" Transcription: "Shutsugeki Zen’ya" (Japanese: 出撃前夜)
September6,2015(2015-09-06)
As Silvermask is set to confront Arslan on the battlefield, the latter steels his resolve and his soldiers for the impending battle.
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"The Battle for the Keep of Saint Emmanuel" Transcription: "San emanyueru no kīpu notatakai" (Japanese: 聖マヌエル城の攻防)
September13,2015(2015-09-13)
The battle for the Keep of Saint Emmanuel begins and Zandeh has his face-off against Daryun. Meanwhile, Etoile has another encounter with Arslan and learns his true identity.
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"The Decisive Battle" Transcription: "Kessen" (Japanese: 第二十四章決戦)
September20,2015(2015-09-20)
Arslan is escorted by his subjects deep inside of the Keep of Saint Emmanuel where he confronts Silvermask in an attempt to call his cousin to reason. However, Hilmes refuses to listen and challenges Daryun to a duel.
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"The Highway of Blood and Sweat" Transcription: "Kanketsukouro" (Japanese: 汗血公路)
September27,2015(2015-09-27)
The Keep of Saint Emmanuel is captured by the Parsian army. By Arslan's command, the Lusitanian survivors, including Etoile, are taken with them as they keep marching towards Ecbatana. Meanwhile, Silvermask returns to the capital and forms a treacherous alliance with Prince Guiscard of Lusitania.
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"The Road of Blood and Love" Transcription: "Kanketsu Koiji" (Japanese: 汗血恋路)
"The Turanian Army Invades" Transcription: "Touraan-gun Shinkou" (Japanese: トゥラーン軍侵攻)
July3,2016(2016-07-03)
Arslan's forces double back to Peshawar in order to repel an invasion from the country of Turan, while Gieve follows Silvermask into an ancient tomb. The two battle for possession of an ancient relic that would strengthen a claimant's right to the throne, until it is stolen away by the Temple Knights. Back at Ecbatana, Etoile arrives safely with the rest of the refugees, and King Andragoras takes advantage of a moment of carelesness from Guiscard to take him hostage.
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"The Monarch Versus the Conqueror" Transcription: "Ouja Tai Hasha" (Japanese: 王者対覇者)
July10,2016(2016-07-10)
Andragoras escapes from Ecbatana, taking Tahamine with him. King Tokhtomysh of Turan arrives to lead a second attempt to capture Peshawar, this time executing several civilians in order to provoke Arslan and draw him into open combat. However, Tokhtomysh is forced to flee after underestimating the Parsians and is killed by his own son for his cowardice.
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"Journey Horse, Sad, and Solitary" Transcription: "Seibakoei" (Japanese: 征馬孤影)
July17,2016(2016-07-17)
King Andragoras arrives at Peshawar and promptly assumes command of the army. Arslan is commanded to leave Peshawar without his allies, and not return until he has gathered an army of fifty thousand soldiers, a seemingly impossible task that is tantamount to exile. Disgusted by the unjust nature of the royal mandate, Arslan's friends and advisors defy Andragoras to accompany the prince on his journey.
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"A City of Land and A City of Water" Transcription: "Riku no Miyako to Mizu no Miyako to" (Japanese: 陸の都と水の都と)
July24,2016(2016-07-24)
Arslan's party arrives at the port city of Gilan in search of the reinforcements they need. In the occasion, Narsus meets his old friend Shagad and learns, much to his disappointment, that he is not the same idealistic man he used to be. The viceroy of Gilan is reluctant to give aid because of pirates allegedly attacking merchant ships off the coast. The party is incredulous, until a report arrives of a merchant ship under attack.
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"Parting of Ways" Transcription: "Ketsubetsu" (Japanese: 決別)
July31,2016(2016-07-31)
After driving away the pirates, Arslan and his comrades befriend the grateful merchant captain Grahze. Together, they enact a plan to expose the corruption of Viceroy Pelagius and the other city leaders of Gilan. Meanwhile, to avenge their defeat at the hands of Arslan and his party, the pirate fleet launches an attack on Gilan itself.
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"Calamity of Kings" Transcription: "Retsu-ou no Sainan" (Japanese: 列王の災難)
August7,2016(2016-08-07)
In Ecbatana, Guiscard confines Innocentus VII to his room, assuming command of the Lusitanian forces. To dispose of his brother, he involves Etoile and Irina (a princess of the now defunct kingdom of Maryam, and an old acquaintance of Hilmes) in a plan to kill him. The plot ultimately fails, and Guiscard orders both to be executed, but Hilmes appear to intervene, breaking his ties with Lusitania in the occasion.
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"The Rainbow City" Transcription: "Niji no Miyako" (Japanese: 虹の都)
August14,2016(2016-08-14)
Shagad, the mastermind behind the pirates, devises a scheme to lure Arslan's retainers away from Gilan in order to assume control of the city. However Narsus, having already grasped Shagad's intentions, outsmarts him with his own plan and confronts his former friend directly. Meanwhile Etoile reunites with the prince, asking for his help in order to save King Innocentus.
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"The Dance of Dust Clouds" Transcription: "Fuujin Ranbu" (Japanese: 風塵乱舞)
August21,2016(2016-08-21)
After shaking off their pursuers, Hilmes and his men track down the Lusitanian forces that stole the treasured sword and retrieve it, then proceed to launch an attack on Ecbatana. Meanwhile, Andragoras sets off with his army to retake the city as well. Upon learning of this fact, Arslan accedes to Etoile's plea and departs Gilan with his forces, despite knowing that he may be forced to confront his own father in the occasion. As the three armies converge at the capital, Guiscard refuses to concede, and sends the Lusitanian Army against the forces of Andragoras.
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"Banquet of Friendship" Transcription: "Yuujou no Utage" (Japanese: 友情の宴)
November9,2016(2016-11-09)
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