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EP 1Daisuke Niwa becomes Dark on his 14th birthday to steal cursed art and win Risa's love.
Apr 3, 2003On his 14th birthday, Daisuke Niwa faces rejection when Risa Harada views him only as a friend. While Satoshi Hiwatari observes Daisuke using forbidden skills to bypass a school electronic lock, Daisuke activates training traps at home. This triggers a transformation into Dark, a black angel residing in Niwa men for generations to steal cursed artworks. Daisuke discovers he cannot revert to his human form until he steals the Saint Tears statue that night, accepting this as his destiny. After escaping, Dark flies past the Harada mansion and kisses Risa's older twin sister, Riku Harada.
EP 2Daisuke Promises Risa a Date While Stealing a Bird Relief from the Central Church
Apr 10, 2003Dark receives orders to steal a bird relief from the Central Church, but Risa, who harbors feelings for him, asks Daisuke to accompany her to meet Dark late at night. After successfully retrieving the artifact, Dark challenges Daisuke to escape without assistance, with the victor earning the right to dictate the outcome. Upon returning to the street, Daisuke encounters Risa, and seeing her triggers his transformation into Dark. In this form, he asks Risa out on a date, fulfilling the promise made earlier while navigating the complex dynamics of his dual identity and the mission's stakes.
EP 3Daisuke and Dark confront a cursed Unicorn painting kidnapping girls.
Apr 17, 2003Daisuke learns that several girls have vanished from his school. That evening, Risa’s obsession with Dark frustrates Riku, causing her to disappear after retreating to her room. Daisuke’s grandfather, Daiki, deduces that a Unicorn from a cursed painting is abducting the town's females. He tasks Daisuke with sealing the creature. Daisuke attempts to rescue Riku and Risa without transforming into Dark, but he cannot enter the painting without magic. He summons Dark, who saves the kidnapped girls. Dark then attempts to kiss Risa, but Daisuke strictly forbids the action.
EP 4Satoshi traps Daisuke in a cold room to test his theory that he is Dark.
Apr 24, 2003Satoshi Hiwatari, a genius student at the same school as Daisuke, leads the investigation to capture Dark. Suspecting Daisuke is the culprit, Satoshi tests his theory after seeing Daisuke check his Alumnus Profile. He traps them both in a chilled storage room with a code lock that even Daisuke cannot break. When Daisuke resists Satoshi's pressure to reveal his identity, Satoshi loses his composure, causing Krad, Dark’s enemy and other self, to appear. Daisuke summons Dark, leading to a battle where neither side wins. Following the conflict, Satoshi decides to leave school for a while to distance himself from Daisuke.
EP 5Daisuke manages home-eco class while Risa and Riku swap identities using wigs.
May 1, 2003With accompanies Daisuke to school during home-eco class, forcing him to prevent her from causing trouble. Consequently, Daisuke receives detention alongside Risa. Struggling with cooking, Risa convinces Riku to switch places with her, and the twins wear wigs to impersonate one another. Daisuke believes his curse is cured because his heart does not race for the person he thinks is Risa. By the day's end, no one detects the switch. Additionally, Daisuke is assigned a mission to steal the other half of a dragon statue, but he ultimately does not need to complete this task.
EP 6Daisuke struggles to find a birthday gift for Emiko while learning about his parents' past.
May 8, 2003With Emiko's birthday approaching, Daisuke faces financial constraints while searching for a suitable present. He discovers the history of his parents' meeting and his mother's dream of becoming Dark's mother. Dark proposes a plan to win over the "world's number one lady" by issuing a warning notice. Emiko dismisses the notice as a forgery and heads to the roof to confront the fake Dark. However, the real Dark appears, presenting Emiko with a genuine birthday gift: a heartfelt expression of gratitude for her desire to be his mother, accompanied by a drawing created by Daisuke.
EP 7Dark identifies a spirit possessing a handsome man dating Ayaka Hatori at school.
May 15, 2003Ayaka Hatori, a popular student, is dating a mysterious young man whom Dark recognizes as the spirit of an Adonis statue. This entity was previously sealed by Dark and Daisuke’s grandfather. Dark realizes that if Adonis kisses Ayaka, he will drain her life force. Consequently, Dark must intervene to prevent this fatal kiss and protect Ayaka from the spirit’s deadly influence.
EP 8Menou's Warning Letter
May 22, 2003Daisuke's grandfather warns that Dark will steal the Agate Links necklace. Takeshi Saehara visits the museum, photographing a mysterious girl he loves. Dark arrives to seal the item but meets the girl, who asks for one more day. He agrees. That night, Daiki Niwa reveals he was Dark 40 years ago and gave the Agate Link to Menou Kurashina before she died, sealing her spirit inside. The next day, Dark attempts the theft again. Takeshi tries to intervene, moving Menou with his kindness. Dark successfully steals the necklace but reverts to Daisuke. Menou mistakes Daisuke for the phantom thief she has waited for since 40 years ago.
EP 9With falls for a pet store rabbit and his friends search for him in the rain.
May 29, 2003While spending time with Daisuke and Riku, With notices a floppy white rabbit at a local pet store and becomes instantly attached. He secretly returns to visit the animal, only to discover it has already been sold. Concerned by his absence, Daisuke and Riku venture out to find him during a heavy rainstorm. During this search, Riku observes Daisuke’s dedication and is impressed by the lengths he is willing to go to help his friend. The group navigates the stormy weather as they attempt to locate With and resolve the situation regarding the missing rabbit.
EP 10Daiki and friends attend the funeral of violinist Ehrlich von Vandembagu
Jun 5, 2003Daiki Niwa, accompanied by Daisuke and Risa, attends the casket viewing for Ehrlich von Vandembagu, a renowned violinist and acquaintance. Following the service, Daiki receives Ehrlich's violin. While Daiki steps away to handle paperwork, Daisuke inadvertently approaches the instrument and is transported back in time. As Daisuke discovers the violin's curse and Daiki's connection to it, Daiki dispatches Dark to the past. The mission aims to rescue Daisuke before his soul is consumed by the cursed instrument.
EP 11Dark undertakes a dangerous underwater mission to retrieve the Horn of Neptune from a submerged temple.
Jun 12, 2003Dark is tasked with stealing the Horn of Neptune, which has been discovered within a temple located under the sea. This objective proves to be significantly more difficult than anticipated. Risa and Satoshi actively interfere with the mission, making the task much more challenging for Dark. Their involvement ensures that retrieving the artifact is far from an easy endeavor, adding considerable complications to the underwater operation. The episode focuses on the struggle to obtain the horn while dealing with the unexpected obstacles created by his companions.
EP 12Kosuke returns home to Emiko while Daisuke meets his father and faces Krad again.
Jun 19, 2003Kosuke comes back from his travels and is greeted by Emiko. Daisuke feels awkward meeting his father for the first time. He must steal a famous rutile ring, but Satoshi makes the task difficult. Krad appears once more and intends to avoid being defeated easily.
EP 13Daisuke travels to the future with Towa to rescue souls trapped in stone by Satoshi's seal.
Jun 26, 2003Dark attempts to steal the Eternal Guide statue, but a sealer placed by Satoshi traps the souls of Dark, Risa, and Takeshi inside a stone. To save them, Daisuke must journey into what seems to be the future alongside Towa, who is the incarnation of the Eternal Mark. During this trip, Daisuke encounters someone special.
EP 14New student Mio Hio arrives with a secret, while Satoshi saves Daisuke and Dark dates Risa
Jul 3, 2003A new student named Mio Hio joins Daisuke's class, proving to be more than expected and hiding a deadly secret. During swimming class, Satoshi performs CPR on Daisuke to save him. Meanwhile, Dark takes Risa on a date, which causes Daisuke to realize that his feelings will not be returned.
EP 15Harada Car Breaks Down During School Holidays Before Niwa House Barbecue
Jul 10, 2003During school holidays, the Harada family vehicle breaks down near Daisuke's residence while traveling to activities. Miss Hio is also present in the neighborhood at that time. Emiko and Towa return from a shopping trip, leading the Niwa household to organize a barbecue. The gathering brings together the involved parties for a lively event at the home. This sequence of events occurs amidst the breakdown and subsequent social interaction within the neighborhood setting.
EP 16Riku recalls childhood memories involving a teddy bear and Daisuke after finding it in her closet.
Jul 17, 2003Riku discovers an old teddy bear, a gift from her grandmother, in her closet, prompting her to revisit childhood memories. She recalls losing the toy near the Old Clover Mansion and remembers a young boy who retrieved it for her. Riku eventually realizes that this boy was Daisuke. Meanwhile, Dark attempts to steal an item from the supposedly haunted Old Clover Mansion, the same location where Riku lost her teddy bear in her youth. Additionally, Risa uncovers a secret that holds significant emotional weight for Dark. The episode intertwines these past events with the characters' current actions, highlighting connections between Riku's memories, Dark's mission, and the history of the mansion.
EP 17Class excursion to a tropical island highlights romantic tensions among Daisuke's classmates.
Jul 24, 2003Daisuke's class travels to a tropical island for an excursion. Takeshi fails to notice Mio's clear romantic interest in Daisuke. Meanwhile, both Risa and Riku develop stronger attractions toward Daisuke. A nature hike serves as the deciding factor to determine which twin will ultimately end up with Daisuke. The episode focuses on these interpersonal dynamics and the unfolding romantic competition during the school trip.
EP 18Class excursion continues as Riku sprains ankle and Daisuke realizes his feelings
Jul 31, 2003During the ongoing class excursion, Riku suffers an ankle sprain after falling. Daisuke comes to a realization regarding his true romantic feelings for her. Meanwhile, Mio engages in psychic activities, leading Risa to suspect that Daisuke is actually Dark. However, upon observing the significant differences between the two personalities, Risa concludes they are likely not the same individual. This realization marks a step toward greater maturity for her as she navigates these complex dynamics within the group.
EP 19Daisuke creates festival art while Satoshi investigates his father's plot against Dark.
Aug 7, 2003Daisuke is tasked with creating an artwork for the upcoming cultural festival. Concurrently, Satoshi uncovers his father's scheme to capture Dark. Risa discovers the secret regarding the love between Dark and her grandmother through a letter hidden at the Harada mansion. Meanwhile, the boys in Daisuke's class prepare to perform the play Ice and Snow, with Daisuke and Satoshi assigned to the lead roles.
EP 20Kosuke shares the Ice and Snow story while Mio makes a sacrifice for Daisuke
Aug 14, 2003Kosuke explains the legend of Ice and Snow to Daisuke, who then finishes his festival artwork. The painting depicts a snowscape where shadows appear blue rather than gray on the purest snow. Meanwhile, Mio faces a critical choice. Riku gives Daisuke a pendant representing friendship instead of love. In response, Mio makes a significant personal sacrifice. This sequence of events highlights the shifting dynamics between the characters as Daisuke completes his creative work and Mio navigates her emotional obligations.
EP 21Dark steals painting to rescue sick Daisuke from the Second Hand of Time's realm
Aug 21, 2003Daisuke falls ill, prompting Satoshi to warn him that something is wrong. Meanwhile, Kosuke engages in a friendly conversation with Satoshi. Daisuke enters the world of his painting, guided by an entity called the Second Hand of Time. To rescue Daisuke, Dark must steal the painting from the Harada household. This action is necessary to bring Daisuke back from the painting's realm. The episode focuses on the efforts to save Daisuke while he is trapped in this alternate dimension created by his artwork.
EP 22Dark enters a painting world created by Daisuke and the Harada twins to rescue his tamer
Aug 28, 2003Dark ventures into the world contained within a painting that Daisuke created alongside both Harada twins. His objective is to rescue his tamer from this specific realm. The narrative focuses on his entry into this artistic dimension and the subsequent efforts to locate and save the individual bound to him. This sequence highlights the interaction between Dark, Daisuke, and the Harada twins within the context of the painting's environment.
EP 23Kosuke discovers Ice and Dark while Dark seeks the Wedge of Time sword to save Daisuke.
Sep 4, 2003Kosuke locates the original edition of the Ice and Snow story, which is titled Ice and Dark. Meanwhile, Dark embarks on a quest to find the Wedge of Time sword. This specific item is classified as a Hikari artwork and serves as the essential key required to rescue Daisuke. The successful retrieval of this sword is also the necessary condition to bring the story to its conclusion. The narrative focuses on these parallel efforts to resolve the central conflict involving the characters and the magical artifacts associated with them.
EP 24Dark fights Krad for the Wedge of Time while Harada twins watch and snow falls on the city.
Sep 11, 2003Dark engages in combat with Krad to secure the Wedge of Time, an event observed by the Harada twins. Meanwhile, Satoshi repaints Daisuke's artwork with the intention of retrieving him. The narrative also features the long-awaited reunion of Freedert and Elliot. As these various plot threads converge, the story concerning Ice and Dark reaches its conclusion. The episode culminates with snow falling upon the city, marking the end of their tale.
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Frequently asked questions
- How many episodes does D.N.Angel have?
- D.N.Angel has 26 episodes.
- When did D.N.Angel come out?
- D.N.Angel came out in 2003.
- Which studio made D.N.Angel?
- D.N.Angel was produced by Xebec.
- Who directed D.N.Angel?
- D.N.Angel was directed by Yoshimi Umino.
- Is D.N.Angel finished?
- Current status of D.N.Angel: Finished.