Ep. 58: Shishio Challenges Kenshin's Philosophy While Saito and Aoshi Intervene
Aired on August 13, 1997
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Shishio argues that Kenshin misunderstands natural laws, asserting that survival of the fittest relies on chaos rather than a futile illusion of peace. He employs his Guren Kaina technique, the second Secret Sword, which causes a concussion in Kenshin. Saito bursts in using the Gatotsu First Stance to execute the Ishiki attack, but Shishio’s forehead metal plate deflects the blow. After attempting additional Gatotsu stances, Saito is defeated by Shishio. Sanosuke also tries to attack but fails. Finally, Aoshi appears to engage Shishio in combat.
Episodes
- Ep. 54 · Kenshin and Sojiro resume their unfinished duel with the introduction of the Shukuchi technique
- Ep. 55 · Sojiro’s tragic past reveals his family’s abuse and Shishio’s influence
- Ep. 56 · Sojiro's Crisis of Faith and Kenshin's Victory Over Shishio's Right Hand
- Ep. 57 · Kenshin and Sanosuke ascend to face Shishio at the Inferno Arena summit.
- Ep. 58 · Shishio Challenges Kenshin's Philosophy While Saito and Aoshi Intervene
- Ep. 59 · Aoshi fails to defeat Shishio while Kenshin awakens to counter with Hiten Mitsurugi-ryuu techniques.
- Ep. 60 · Shishio faces defeat as his body burns while Hōji attacks the arena
- Ep. 61 · Kenshin and allies escape Inferno Arena while Saito is left behind
- Ep. 62 · Yahiko tours Mount Hiei with Sanosuke while Kenshin visits a grave