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Laala Manaka discovers her legendary prism voice after entering the banned world of PriPara.
Jul 5, 2014Girls receive a PriTicket to access PriPara, a realm where they aim to become top idols. Laala Manaka attends Paprika private academy, where headmistress Gloria Okanda strictly bans the activity due to her intense hatred. Okanda uses a handheld vacuum named Rina to detect and confiscate PriTickets. After finding a bag dropped by idol Mirei, Laala enters PriPara for the first time and performs alongside her. During this event, it is revealed that Laala possesses the legendary prism voice, marking a significant turning point in her journey within this idol-centric world.
- 2EP 2
Laala fears breaking school rules and losing her ticket to Mirei's audition
Jul 12, 2014Laala becomes paranoid about violating her school's regulations and worries that her ticket might be stolen by the headmistress, Gloria. She attempts to avoid detection while rushing to join Mirei in time for an important audition. The situation creates tension as she navigates her fear of punishment and the urgency of the upcoming event.
- 3EP 3
Mirei Clarifies School Rules Regarding Idol Activities and Auditions
Jul 19, 2014Laala questions their partnership after learning Mirei serves as the school head disciplinarian. Mirei explains that no rule prohibits their arrangement, noting the headmistress fabricated the restriction for unknown reasons. She adds that Laala can attend PriPara if she achieves significant idol success. Consequently, Mirei assigns Laala the responsibility of creating a new drama script for their upcoming audition. This task allows the duo to move forward with their plans while addressing Laala's initial concerns about school regulations and their future together as partners.
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Eiko asks Laala for a performance to help her face a tough tennis opponent.
Jul 26, 2014Laala, a popular idol, receives a request from a fan named Eiko. Eiko hopes that a special performance by Laala will provide the courage needed to compete against a formidable tennis rival. However, Laala encounters significant logistical challenges in her attempt to reach the PriPara venue. The narrative focuses on her struggle to find a viable route and manage her schedule effectively. This situation creates tension as she tries to balance her idol duties with the urgent needs of her supporter, highlighting the difficulties of maintaining timely appearances while navigating the complex demands of her career and personal commitments.
- 5EP 5
Lala tries to recruit top idol Sophie despite resistance from her fans
Aug 2, 2014Lala attempts to persuade Sophie, the top PriPara idol, to join her team. However, she encounters significant opposition from Sophie's groupies who resist the recruitment effort. The narrative focuses on Lala's struggle to overcome this resistance and successfully bring Sophie into her group.
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Laala Visits Mirei's Home to Develop a New Drama Concept for Their Performances
Aug 9, 2014Seeking inspiration for a fresh Making Drama to enhance their upcoming stage performances, Laala travels to Mirei's residence. During this visit, she encounters Mirei's parents, who are both lawyers. The meeting provides an opportunity for the characters to interact outside of their usual performance context, potentially influencing the creative direction of their future shows through this personal connection and family dynamic.
- 7EP 7
Laala searches for pickled plums for a customer who is actually Sophy
Aug 16, 2014While working at PriPara, Laala encounters one of her regular customers. She attempts to locate pickled plums for this individual, unaware of their true identity. The customer is actually Sophy. Laala proceeds with her task to find the specific food item, not realizing the person she is assisting is Sophy. This interaction highlights a moment of mistaken identity where Laala's service is directed toward Sophy under the assumption that she is a standard patron seeking pickled plums.
- 8EP 8
Excitement and Swimsuits at the Pool with Capische
Aug 23, 2014Laala attempts to reveal her identity as a PriPara idol to her best friend Nao. This confession occurs after Nao’s PriPara ticket was taken by Gloria. The narrative focuses on Laala's effort to share this personal truth with her close companion during their time together. The situation highlights the interpersonal dynamics between the characters amidst the summer setting.
- 9EP 9
Laala and Sophy participate in an idol quiz show where Laala discovers her true identity
Aug 30, 2014During the course of an idol quiz show, Laala is paired up with Sophy. As the two compete in this event, Laala learns of her true identity. This revelation occurs while she is participating in the quiz alongside Sophy, marking a significant moment in her understanding of who she is within the context of the show.
- 10EP 10
Laala and Mire assist Love Tochiotome while Sophy strives for independence at PriPara
Sep 6, 2014Laala and Mire accompany Eiko’s tennis rival, Love Tochiotome, to PriPara for her first visit as they search for inspiration for an autumn-themed contest. Simultaneously, Sophy attempts to reach PriPara using her own strength. The narrative focuses on these parallel experiences as the characters navigate their individual challenges within the idol industry setting.
- 11EP 11
Laala and Mirei seek answers from Cosmo regarding Sophy's refusal to join their team.
Sep 13, 2014Laala and Mirei learn about Sophy's situation from her sister, Cosmo, after Sophy declined to join their team. Laala refuses to accept any replacement and decides to take on several solo performances. Her goal is to increase her idol rank so she can reach the same class as Sophy. This determination drives Laala to work harder individually to prove her worth and match Sophy's status within the group hierarchy.
- 12EP 12
Laala Persists in Helping Sophie Overcome Emotional Barriers
Sep 20, 2014Mirei advises Laala to move forward by collaborating with an alternative third member. However, Laala remains steadfast in her resolve to assist Sophie instead. She is determined to provide the necessary encouragement for Sophie to break free from her self-imposed emotional constraints. This narrative focuses on Laala's unwavering commitment to supporting Sophie's personal growth and liberation from her psychological struggles, disregarding the suggestion to change partners.
- 13EP 13
The girls look at the sky and laugh while announcing their new team names
Sep 27, 2014Mirei feels jealous because Laala and Sophy have grown closer to each other. Despite this tension, the three characters proceed with the scheduled activity for the day. Laala, Mirei, and Sophy officially reveal the names of their respective teams. This announcement marks a significant moment for the group as they establish their identities within the series. The episode focuses on resolving the interpersonal dynamics through this formal declaration, allowing the characters to move forward with their new team designations.
- 14EP 14
Sion Enters PriPara and Joins Usagi's Twin Unit With a Promise of Revenge
Oct 4, 2014Sion enters the world of PriPara with no concrete plans after deciding to become an idol. She encounters a situation where she is promised the revenge she desires. Consequently, she joins a twin unit consisting of Dorothy and Reona. This group is led by Usagi, who was previously defeated. The narrative focuses on Sion's integration into this specific team structure as she pursues her goals within the entertainment industry setting.
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Shion and Mirei engage in intense rivalry, culminating in a Pripara showdown that ties Dressing Pafe and SoLaMi Smile.
Oct 11, 2014Shion and Mirei engage in a prolonged argument, attempting to resolve their differences through various methods. Their conflict escalates as they involve their unitmates, eventually leading to a competitive showdown in Pripara. During the event, the teams Dressing Pafe and SoLaMi Smile finish with a tie. Following the match, Shion acknowledges Mirei as a formidable opponent. This recognition prompts Mirei to exchange friends tickets with Shion, marking the conclusion of their dispute. The narrative focuses on the rivalry between the two characters and the resulting interactions with their respective groups during the competition.
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Nene discovers Laala's idol secret and joins Pripara after friends show her its wonders
Oct 18, 2014Nene Tokuda investigates Laala's recent strange behavior. She sneaks into Pripara and uncovers Laala's hidden identity as an idol. Nene threatens to report this to the headmistress and confiscate Laala's priteicket. However, the other girls intervene to support Laala. They demonstrate the true appeal and excitement of Pripara to Nene. This experience changes Nene's perspective completely. She develops a new passion for the venue. Consequently, Nene decides to support Laala and the other idols instead of exposing them. The group welcomes her new commitment to their cause.
- 17EP 17
Halloween Terror! Jack OH! Ran-tan!?
Oct 25, 2014During Halloween in PriPara, Laala encounters Ran, who attempts to appear frightening but is perceived as adorable by others. Determined to assist, Laala helps Ran practice scaring various idols. Their efforts succeed within a haunted house setting, leading to an exchange of friend tickets between them. Additionally, Laala meets a mysterious girl named Falulu during these events. The narrative focuses on Ran's struggle to be scary and Laala's supportive intervention, culminating in the acquisition of tickets and the introduction of the enigmatic Falulu to the cast.
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Leona and Dorothy transfer to Paprika Private Academy while Leona's gender is revealed.
Nov 1, 2014Leona and Dorothy enroll at Paprika Private Academy in this episode. The narrative confirms that Leona is male, providing a significant character detail for the audience. This transfer marks a new phase for both students as they begin their studies at the institution. The revelation regarding Leona's gender serves as a key plot point, clarifying the character's identity within the story context. No other events or subplots are described in the provided source material.
- 19EP 19
Mirei recounts her past as an elementary school idol and her first meeting with Kuma.
Nov 8, 2014One year has passed since Mirei began her career as an idol. Laala discovers that Mirei had already started her idol activities while she was still attending elementary school. This revelation causes significant shock to Laala. Consequently, Mirei decides to share the story of how she initially entered the idol industry. She explains the circumstances that led to her debut and describes the events surrounding her first encounter with Kuma. This narrative provides background details on Mirei's early career and her relationship with Kuma, offering context for her current status as an established performer.
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Pasta versus Ninja! Laala faces crisis as rivals open shop
Nov 15, 2014With the headmistress nearing Laala's secret, a new omonoyaki shop opens, threatening Papa's Pasta. The owner is revealed to be Dorothy and Reona's parents. Using their idol status, Dressing Pafe divert business away from the family restaurant. Laala recruits Sophy and Mirei to promote her family's business. The rivalry culminates in a food competition judged by Gloria, who tastes offerings from each restaurant. Recognizing the positive publicity for the district, the girls shift their focus to promoting all local shops. They ultimately decide to channel their competitive spirit onto the Pripara stage instead.
- 21EP 21
Sophie's Bodyguards Disband After She Performs a Live Drama to Show Appreciation
Nov 22, 2014After joining SoLaMi Smile, Sophie's royal guards disband, believing their role is over. Sophie blames herself for their sadness and goes fishing for red flash to cheer them up. Her absence worries Laala and Mirei, but the guards' resourcefulness leads to her discovery. Despite this, the guards still feel useless in Sophie's life and intend to disband permanently. To demonstrate how much their support means to her, Sophie performs a live show featuring a new drama involving all her friends. The touching performance convinces the royal guards to stay, allowing them to continue supporting Sophie in her endeavors.
- 22EP 22
SoLaMi Smile and Dressing Pafé perform at Paprika Private School Festival despite Gloria's ban
Nov 29, 2014During the school festival at Paprika Private, Mirei plans for SoLaMi Smile and Dressing Pafé to perform. However, a new rule prohibiting PriPara events at the school cancels the concert. Gloria aims to prevent the performance from taking place. With assistance from Meganee and Mirei's lawyer parents, the group manages to hold the show outside the school grounds. This location change ensures that Gloria is unable to stop the concert, allowing the performance to proceed successfully despite the initial ban and opposition.
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The Final Day of PriPara Dessu Wa!
Dec 6, 2014Following the school festival, Headmistress Gloria bans PriPara for all students and confiscates middle school pritickets, sparing only Mirei. Despite student pleas, she remains firm. Dorothy and Dressing Pafe eventually sneak into her office to retrieve their stolen tickets. The next day, they attempt a live performance to demonstrate PriPara's joy, but fail and receive detention. Laala tries to win Gloria over with her favorite pizza, only to discover an old priticket hidden in the office.
- 24EP 24
Gloria reveals her past as idol Sugar and reunites with Himeka, Laala's mother.
Dec 13, 2014Laala, Mirei, Sion, Dorothy, and Reona discover Gloria was once an idol named Sugar in PriPara. Gloria explains she befriended Himeka but felt betrayed when Himeka failed to meet her outside the venue. Believing her friend abandoned her, Gloria vowed to hate PriPara forever. Upon learning that Laala and Mirei are idols, Gloria witnesses a SoLaMi Smile performance organized by Laala to prove her wrong. Dressing Pafe forces Gloria to watch the show. Later, Gloria visits PriPara and unexpectedly reunites with Himeka, who is revealed to be Laala's mother. This encounter resolves Gloria's long-standing resentment toward the idol world and her past friendship.
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- How many episodes does PriPara have?
- PriPara has 38 episodes.
- When did PriPara come out?
- PriPara came out in 2014.
- Which studio made PriPara?
- PriPara was produced by Tatsunoko Production.
- Who directed PriPara?
- PriPara was directed by Makoto Moriwaki.
- Is PriPara finished?
- Current status of PriPara: Finished.