Ep. 18: Silver Knight obstructs Subaru's efforts to meet Tsukasa, prompting disbandment of the Crimson Knights.
Aired on August 1, 2002

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A Silver Knight actively prevents Subaru from meeting Tsukasa and his companions, arguing that her high status and duties require separation from illegal elements. Upon recognizing this obstruction and understanding how their actions have strayed from their initial goals, Subaru makes the decision to dissolve the Crimson Knights. This sequence highlights the growing conflict between her responsibilities and her desire to connect with the group, ultimately leading to the termination of their organization as she acknowledges the deviation from their original purpose.
Episodes
- Ep. 14 · The group discovers a hidden area and a fragmented AI named Harald Hoerwick.
- Ep. 15 · A retrospective overview of the series narrative through a sequence of flashbacks
- Ep. 16 · Tsukasa enters Morganna's domain and questions his existence after surviving
- Ep. 17 · Subaru faces rejection from BT and is tricked by allies before Tsukasa rescues her.
- Ep. 18 · Silver Knight obstructs Subaru's efforts to meet Tsukasa, prompting disbandment of the Crimson Knights.
- Ep. 19 · Subaru recalls founding the Crimson Knights with Crim while injured and attacked in The World.
- Ep. 20 · Tsukasa and Subaru find Aura missing upon arrival at the domain
- Ep. 21 · Macha recognizes her error as Tsukasa falls catatonic amid monster attacks.
- Ep. 22 · Bear, Mimiru, and Subaru visit an AI fragment and meet Balmung