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1 / 2- 1EP 1
GB names the orphaned puppy Weed after saving him and his companions in the Northern Alps.
Nov 3, 2005Six months after Sakura gives birth in the Northern Alps, GB the English Setter finds the pup and shares his prey with it. His boss Nero reprimands GB, ordering him and Sasuke to steal ducks from a farm. GB abandons Sasuke to a guard dog but the pup intervenes, prompting GB to help save Sasuke. They encounter Smith, who lost a leg protecting GB, and travel to Sakura, who is dying. Sakura asks Smith to take her son to Gajou. After burying Sakura, GB names the pup Weed. He, Smith, and the pup journey to Gajou in Ohu, while Sasuke departs to locate his human owner.
- 2EP 2
The trio rescues a puppy enslaved by a mountain dog named Blue.
Nov 10, 2005Traveling toward Ohu, Weed and his companions save a puppy fleeing a thief. Hook, a Labrador, reveals the puppy is Mel, a slave to Blue, a Beauceron who killed Hook’s brother. Weed and GB confront Blue, who mocks their claims of being Ohu soldiers and denies the existence of Ohu. During the fight, Mel attacks Blue under Weed’s encouragement. Meanwhile, Hook breaks his chains and joins Smith to pursue vengeance. They defeat Blue’s minions as Blue flees, mentioning a link to Nero. Blue is struck by a truck; he saves Weed from a second vehicle, citing Weed’s kindness as his only comfort, then dies. Weed, GB, and Smith continue to Ohu with Mel, while Hook remains behind.
- 3EP 3
Weed discovers Ohu's tragic fate and confronts the monster Kaibutsu while uncovering his father's secret
Nov 17, 2005Weed travels alone to Ohu after his companions rest, arriving to find hundreds of dog corpses instead of a paradise. He meets Ken and Kagetora, sons of former Ohu soldiers, who explain that a demon named Kaibutsu attacked, killing dogs. Humans mistakenly blamed the dogs and shot them, despite pleas from guard dogs to fight the monster. GB arrives, claiming Weed is the leader's son, which the dogs reject. Weed encounters his father, Gin, who denies having a son before Kaibutsu attacks. Gin is captured and killed, but his substitute, Tokimune, is identified by Smith. Weed slashes Kaibutsu's skin, surprising everyone, before the monster flees from human gunfire. The group reunites with Smith and Mel, mourning Tokimune while observing mysterious shadowy dogs watching them.
- 4EP 4
Guard dogs reveal Kaibutsu's origin and ally with Ohu army to defeat him
Nov 24, 2005A group of domesticated guard dogs reveals that Kaibutsu is a mutated dog created by human experimentation, not a natural monster. After escaping a laboratory and killing many humans, Kaibutsu fled to the mountains. The Ohu army joins the dogs to fight him, and they cross a cliff together, forming an alliance. Jerome, the German Shepherd leader, asks Weed to lure Kaibutsu out of Gajou to attack his exposed arteries. During the ambush, Kaibutsu kills North and attacks Weed. Smith enters to help, biting Kaibutsu's neck despite being smashed against rocks. The resulting rockfall crushes both Smith and Kaibutsu. Smith dies, and his body is dragged out while Weed and others mourn. Inside, Kaibutsu survives the collapse and questions why the dogs support humans.
- 5EP 5
Kaibutsu confronts Jerome and the dogs over human betrayal and genetic torture
Dec 1, 2005A helicopter arrives at Gajou carrying a scientist previously attacked by Kaibutsu. The creature leaps out, scaring away dogs, and confronts Jerome about supporting humans despite his man-eating nature. Kaibutsu recalls his past as a tortured genetic experiment, claiming he lost all positive feelings. Jerome asserts that humans are dogs' best partners. GB, Ken Kagetora, Weed, and Mel attack Kaibutsu, who repels them. Jerome's group lures him while Robert, Rocca, and Heuler inflict a chest wound but are killed. Jerome bites Kaibutsu's arteries while Weed holds him. Kaibutsu threatens Kagetora, but Jerome attacks again. Kaibutsu pulls Jerome into a gorge, biting his ribs, and climbs the cliff edge. Kagetora mentions Akatora's death to provoke Kaibutsu, who throws Jerome down. Enraged, Ken, Kagetora, and Weed push Kaibutsu off the cliff as they fall, realizing their landing position is fatal.
- 6EP 6
Weed and Jerome survive a fall while Hook reports to the Northern Alps
Dec 8, 2005During a fall, Weed manipulates wind to position Kaibutsu against a gorge spike, killing him, while Ken and Kagetora release him. GB and Mel assist as Ken drags Kagetora from the river, but Weed and Jerome vanish, presumed fallen over the waterfall. Weed rescues Jerome, who claims his utility has ended, but refuses to let go. A human helicopter arrives for Jerome, who rejects them as an Ohu soldier, restoring temporary peace. One week later, Hook enters the Northern Alps, attacked by Nero but saved by Gin, Akame, and John. Hook reveals Sakura’s death and Weed’s birth. In the Japanese Alps, Nero reports to a Great Dane named Hougen, who kills him for failing Ohu soldiers. Hougen sends a borzoi trio to find Gin. Reika, an Akita Inu, shelters Gin but is spied on by Rocket. Hougen attacks their cabin, taking Reika hostage, and orders his army to kill Gin and John while Akame escapes to warn Weed. Meanwhile, at Gajou, Ohu soldiers bury those lost to Kaibutsu.
- 7EP 7
Rocket infiltrates Ohu army while Hougen tortures captives in the Alps
Dec 15, 2005Hougen’s soldiers capture Gin, John, and Reika, subjecting the latter to abuse while announcing his reign. At Gajou, Weed prepares to lead as Jerome assists him, but Akame’s return warns of danger. Weed, Jerome, GB, Ken, and Kagetora depart with troops, leaving others to defend the base. Rocket, a Borzoi leader, joins the Ohu army as a spy, claiming to have fought for Gin. He spreads fear by exaggerating Hougen’s strength and blames a deserter. During training, Rocket witnesses Weed’s mercy when sparing an attacker, earning trust. Meanwhile, Hiro the Great Pyrenees castrates a guard in the Alps. Rocket, displeased with Weed’s kindness, abducts him, prompting Jerome to intervene.
- 8EP 8
Ohu Army Crosses Alps While Hougen Pursues Escaped Hostages
Dec 22, 2005Jerome battles the Borzoi trio while Rocket refuses to join Hougen, leading to an ultimatum from Weed to free his father. Moved by their resolve, Rocket joins the Ohu army, leaving his brothers behind. In the Alps, Hook aids John and Gin by providing snow minerals, but Hiro is captured after Reika hides behind him. Hougen takes Reika hostage again, forcing Hiro’s surrender. The Ohu army travels toward the Alps, with Rocket guiding them to allies who oppose Hougen. Ken and Kagetora are sent to Kofu to recruit family members. Meanwhile, Jet and Missile are killed by Hougen’s minions after being spied on. Hook misleads Hougen’s search party, prompting Hougen to order the death of John, Hiro, Reika, and their companions. The Ohu army faces a snowstorm, where Rocket saves Weed and Jerome, earning their full trust.
- 9EP 9
Ohu Army Rests While John Fights Hougen’s Minions and Dies
Jan 5, 2006The Ohu army rests in the Alps as Rocket introduces Kyoshiro, a heartless one-year-old leader. John orders Hiro and Reika to flee while he stays to fight Hougen’s minions, with Lefty, Tommy, and Rossi joining him. Lefty dies quickly, followed by Tommy and Rossi. Hougen arrives, insults Tommy’s corpse, and orders John beaten. Meanwhile, Hiro and Reika reach Weed, who tends to Hiro’s wounds. Hook witnesses John’s brutal beating but obeys his command not to intervene. Despite severe injuries, John impales himself on a tree spike to attack Hougen. Hougen crushes John’s vertebrae and leaves. John dies quietly after Weed arrives, breaking his promise to Hiro.
- 10EP 10
Funeral for fallen comrades and Weed confronts the abusive Kyoshiro
Jan 12, 2006John, Tommy, Lefty, and Rossi are buried, prompting a funeral where Rocket, Weed, GB, Hiro, Jerome, and Hook mourn their deaths. Hook escorts Reika to Ohu to deliver John’s fang, while the Ohu army travels to Shiga to meet Kyoshiro. At Kofu, Ken and Kagetora reunite with family members including Kurotora, Harutora, Nobutora, Shoji, Shigure, Buru, Dodo, Ben, and Cross. Nobutora and Harutora join the Ohu army, while others protect Gajou. Weed encounters Kyoshiro, a scarred kishu who leads a pack of rescued abused pups. Kyoshiro saves Teru from his abusive father, pushing the father off a cliff. Later, Kyoshiro attacks Teru’s father again, leading Weed to intervene and fight him. Meanwhile, Rocket and GB pursue two observers, and Hougen prepares professional killers to ambush the Ohu army in the Alps.
- 11EP 11
Kyoshiro and Weed clash while Teru is abducted by professional assassins Lecter and Thunder.
Jan 19, 2006Kyoshiro and Weed engage in passive-aggressive conflict after Teru urges Kyoshiro to kill Weed. Kyoshiro orders Teru removed, but they are interrupted by injured followers GB and Rocket. While Kyoshiro’s group searches for the attackers, Teru is abducted by two Doberman Pinschers, Lecter and Thunder. Weed introduces himself as the leader of Ohu, causing the assassins to release Teru temporarily. The Ohu army arrives, and Jerome identifies the Dobermans as former working dogs turned killers. The assassins attack, slashing Kyoshiro and Weed. Teru’s father, working for the assassins, reveals his plan, leading Teru to reject him. Weed breaks Thunder’s fangs. Jerome, Rocket, GB, and Hiro corner the father, urging him to stand up for his son. Lecter pins Kyoshiro and threatens Teru. The father intervenes, sacrificing himself to push Lecter away from Teru after Kyoshiro ripped off his ear.
- 12EP 12
Teru's father dies protecting him while Kyoshiro joins Ohu and Mel defends Gajou
Jan 26, 2006Teru's father is killed by Lecter while shielding his son, prompting Kyoshiro to join the Ohu army after witnessing Weed's mercy. Meanwhile, Mel arrives at Gajou and howls for Akame, drawing both Kurotora's group and a band of brutish dogs. Akame observes the approaching force, realizing the leader is Genba, Hougen's younger brother, rather than Hougen himself. Genba plans to force his subordinates to crush Gin's backbone to prove loyalty. Mel bravely attacks the dogs to protect the location, but is overwhelmed. Kurotora and his nephews arrive to defeat the immediate threat, preparing to face Genba's larger army of two hundred dogs.
- 13EP 13
Kurotora's Sacrifice and Tesshin's Decision to Join Weed
Feb 2, 2006The Ohu army travels to the Koga village to recruit Tesshin, who initially refuses due to his ill elder but later joins after encouragement. Simultaneously, Kurotora and his nephews defend Gajou against Genba’s forces. Shouji sacrifices himself by holding off Genba to allow Shigure to escape, while Kurotora is rescued by Akame and Mel. The nephews fight to the death, and Genba discards their bodies in the river. Akame’s group discovers the corpses, prompting Kurotora to vow revenge. Meanwhile, Tesshin departs with ninja-dogs to aid Weed, strengthening the Ohu ranks as the conflict at Gajou concludes with Genba’s victory.
- 14EP 14
Ohu Army Faces Ambush by Kamakiri's Pack and Human Hunters in Kishu
Feb 9, 2006The Ohu army rests in Kishu after witnessing dogs steal chickens, but Rocket is captured by a grey dog. Meanwhile, Tesshin fails to rescue the injured Gin in the Alps and delivers a message to Weed. Back in Kishu, the army chases a suspicious dog into a trap set by humans, who mistake them for the thieves. Jerome distracts the humans and discovers dead dogs killed by a giant breed. The suspicious dog, revealed as Stone, leads the Ohu forces into an ambush by Kamakiri’s army. Kamakiri, an Irish Wolfhound, confronts the group, claiming no memory of betraying Hiro’s father. Rocket reveals Kamakiri serves Hougen. Jerome rescues Rocket but loses an ear fighting Kamakiri. As humans arrive to shoot, Kamakiri’s forces withdraw. Jerome saves Weed from bullets before jumping off a cliff to escape.
- 15EP 15
The Zetsu Tenrou Battouga Technique and the Boar Attack
Feb 16, 2006Jerome encounters Kamakiri’s followers while the Ohu army pursues him. Kamakiri attacks a minion before heading to the Alps to join Hougen. The Ohu forces are ambushed by ninja dogs led by Tesshin, who lead them into a hot spring. Tesshin reveals Gin’s message and advises rest for the wounded. Weed learns the Zetsu Tenrou Battouga technique from Tesshin and masters it. Later, Jerome, Rocket, and Kyoshiro are attacked by wild boars led by Sancho. Weed uses the Battouga to kill Sancho but collapses from exhaustion. In the Alps, Kamakiri forces his way into Hougen’s hut and is accepted into the army. Jerome decides to keep a bullet in his wound as penance. Weed and Tesshin depart from Kishu.
- 16EP 16
Ohu army returns to Koga village while Akame stops female dog capture and Jerome kills assassins.
Feb 23, 2006The Ohu army returns to Koga village, intending to keep Kyoshiro’s pups, but Teru refuses to stay for battle. Weed persuades the pups to remain with the Koga elder by explaining the reality of death. Tesshin and his ninja dogs join the Ohu forces. At Ohu, Akame discovers Genba’s minions capturing female dogs for Hougen and alerts the army. He takes Kurotora and Hook to stop the hunt while sending Mel to warn Weed. Mel encounters Hougen’s army transporting an injured Gin, witnessing some Ohu soldiers defect. The Ohu army attacks Hougen’s hut in the Alps but finds it empty. Assassins Lecter and Thunder ambush Weed and Tesshin inside. Weed disables Lecter, and Tesshin ejects them. Kyoshiro wants to execute them, but Weed spares them on condition they never serve Hougen again. Jerome follows the assassins and murders Lecter and Thunder before Weed. Enraged by this disobedience, Weed exiles Jerome. Kyoshiro and his pack leave, believing Weed is weak, but Jerome proves his loyalty to Weed’s judgment and departs to recruit more dogs from Shikoku.
- 17EP 17
The Blizzard Struggle at Futago Pass Involves Hougen's Generals
Mar 2, 2006Genba’s failed mission prompts Hougen to select top generals via combat. Kyoshiro joins Weed’s forces after reconciliation, while Mel warns of the impending battle at Futago Pass. Hougen’s army, led by Toube, clashes with Shigure and the sons of Kisaragi. Genba attacks Akame but is subdued by Tesshin and Shigure. As reinforcements arrive, a sudden blizzard halts the fighting. Genba is pushed off a cliff by Tesshin and Shigure, suffering severe head trauma and memory loss. Kamakiri observes Genba’s incapacitation with delight, anticipating his rise in rank, while both armies withdraw from the chaotic battlefield.
- 18EP 18
Hougen kills his brother Genba and defeats Kamakiri's army through Weed's tactical deception.
Mar 9, 2006At Gajou, Hougen mourns his brother Genba, who has become brain-damaged and aggressive. Hougen mercifully kills Genba, fulfilling their promise to end each other's suffering, before executing his own army for their fear. Meanwhile, Weed introduces his forces to Ben and Cross, and the Ohu army spots Kamakiri's forces tracking them. Weed devises a plan with Rocket to lure Kamakiri into a ravine, using terrain and illusions to feign a larger army. Kamakiri, deceived by the perceived numbers and reinforcements from Moss and Musashi, retreats in fear. Weed is then reunited with Jerome, who had separated from the group. Despite their shared history and mutual tears, Jerome departs with his Shikoku dogs, leaving Weed in emotional turmoil as they move apart.
- 19EP 19
Ohu Army Rescues Toube and GB Infiltrates Enemy Territory
Mar 16, 2006The Ohu army rescues Toube from drowning, prompting him to reveal his reasons for joining Hougen’s forces and mourn John’s fang. While Moss and Musashi grieve, Toube joins the Ohu after deciding to seek revenge. Meanwhile, Hougen nearly kills Kamakiri over the army’s strength of over 300 soldiers. GB ventures into enemy territory, posing as JinBei, and reunites with Sasuke. They plan an escape but are discovered. Ken, Kagetora, and Weed rescue them, and GB reveals Gin’s location. Toube officially joins the Ohu army to defeat Hougen, while escaped dogs Shingo and Kerry flee after a violent disagreement with Jerome.
- 20EP 20
Ohu Suicide Corps: Weed's Failed Assassination Attempt on Hougen
Mar 23, 2006Hougen tortures Gin at Gajou before leading his five-group army to hunt the Ohu forces. Weed devises a plan to ambush Hougen, selecting a small elite squad including Akame, Rocket, and Shigure, while Cross leads the main force to safety. Kyoshiro, excluded from the mission, feigns betrayal to infiltrate Hougen’s ranks, posing as Tasuke from Kyoto. During the attack, Weed executes a Zetsu Tenrou Battouga, seemingly killing Hougen, but the general survives by using a dog as a shield. Kamakiri and Kite discover the living Hougen, realizing the assassination failed. Meanwhile, Kyoshiro successfully deceives Buruge and his troops, maintaining his cover. The Ohu army escapes via the river, and Toube volunteers to investigate Kyoshiro’s alleged treachery, leaving his comrades to await his return.
- 21EP 21
Toube infiltrates Gajou to rescue Kyoshiro and Gin from Hougen's forces.
Mar 30, 2006Toube enters Gajou with Kamakiri's army to rescue Kyoshiro, who is imprisoned alongside Gin. Batt detects Kyoshiro’s deception, but Toube intervenes, claiming he will execute the spy. Toube and Kyoshiro free Gin, aided by Weed and Akame navigating secret passages. Batt pursues them, sensing the escape. Akame delays Kamakiri’s forces by dropping icicles, allowing the group to flee. Toube stays behind to block Kamakiri’s army, fighting off soldiers and dogs. Despite inflicting heavy casualties, Kamakiri paralyzes Toube with a bite. Toube remains standing in pride until he freezes to death. Jerome and his bodyguards arrive to find Toube’s frozen corpse. Meanwhile, GB, Hiro, and Musashi reach the river, unaware of Toube’s fate.
- 22EP 22
Weed's forces clash with Kamakiri's army while Hiro seeks vengeance for his father.
Apr 6, 2006Kamakiri’s troops hunt Kyoshiro and Gin, who are hidden by Ohu soldiers. Weed leads a rescue mission, clashing with Kamakiri’s forces. Hiro, motivated by Kamakiri’s past murder of his father, infiltrates the enemy camp. He brutally castrates the soldiers torturing Kyoshiro and confronts Kamakiri directly. Hiro defeats Kamakiri by removing his fangs and castrating him, causing Kamakiri’s army to flee. Kamakiri dies from blood loss after failing to bite Hiro. Weed’s group rescues Kyoshiro and Gin, returning them to safety. Hiro reflects on his actions, while Kyoshiro agrees to protect the Ohu leader. The episode concludes with the Ohu army regrouping and Kamakiri’s defeat solidifying their position.
- 23EP 23
The War Of Futago Pass Begins
Apr 13, 2006Kyoshiro and Gin return to the Ohu army's secret location, where Hiro boasts of defeating Kamakiri. While Reika and Mel rest Hiro, GB takes Gin to a hot spring, relieving old soldiers. Hougen surrounds Gajou with troops led by Batt, Kite, and Buruge. Upon hearing of Kamakiri's defeat, Hougen executes the returning soldiers. Weed organizes the Ohu forces into three groups: Tesshin's, Ken and Kagetora's, and Kyoshiro's. Weed, Akame, and Rocket plan an internal ambush on Hougen. As a snowstorm hits, the battle begins. Ken and Kagetora disrupt Batt's forces, allowing Tesshin to attack Kite. Kyoshiro fights Buruge, who uses a deceptive technique to pin him. Remembering Weed's trust and aided by Toube's spirit, Kyoshiro reverses the attack and defeats Buruge. Seeing his troop flee, Hougen realizes Weed's absence and jumps into the gorge as Weed emerges.
- 24EP 24
Weed and Rocket confront Hougen while Kite and Akame handle the battlefield chaos.
Apr 20, 2006Weed questions Hougen’s revenge motives against humans before engaging him, eventually forcing him into a river waterfall. Kite fights Rocket while Tesshin interrogates soldiers to locate Kite. Ken, Kagetora, and Shigure pursue Batt’s forces but are trapped by a forest fire. Jerome’s bodyguards intervene, allowing Cross to rescue Ken and Kagetora. Ben warns them to use senses beyond sight to defeat Batt. Meanwhile, Tesshin burns Kite’s leg coverings, revealing metal limbs and his assassin past. Kite chases Tesshin but is saved from choking, leading to regret. Kurotora and Ben offer Batt a second chance, moving him to tears. In the gorge, Hougen defeats Mel and Hiro but is tricked by Reika back into the river, where Jerome rescues her.
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- How many episodes does Ginga Densetsu Weed have?
- Ginga Densetsu Weed has 26 episodes.
- When did Ginga Densetsu Weed come out?
- Ginga Densetsu Weed came out in 2005.
- Which studio made Ginga Densetsu Weed?
- Ginga Densetsu Weed was produced by Studio DEEN.
- Who directed Ginga Densetsu Weed?
- Ginga Densetsu Weed was directed by Toshiyuki Katou.
- Is Ginga Densetsu Weed finished?
- Current status of Ginga Densetsu Weed: Finished.