Togainu no Chi
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- 1EP 1
Akira framed for murder joins high-stakes fighting tournament in Toshima
Oct 8, 2010After winning a Bl@ster tournament match, Akira is arrested for murder and faces life imprisonment. Emma offers him a chance to avoid prison by competing in the Igura tournament in Toshima. Arriving with only his dog tags, he is attacked by drug-enhanced thugs. A mysterious man in black kills the attackers but threatens Akira, sparing him only because Akira refuses to beg.
- 2EP 2
Akira and Keisuke navigate Toshima while meeting Rin and Motomi
Oct 15, 2010Akira wakes to find Keisuke has followed him to Toshima. Akira hands Keisuke his knife, and they encounter Rin fighting a man. Rin demands payment for entering his territory but spares them due to their newcomer status. After Akira receives a weapon from Rin, they visit a neutral zone. There, they meet Motomi and learn about the drug Line. Along the way, they encounter the executioner and Kau. Rin escorts them to Arbitro's Mansion, where Keisuke is meant to register. The building is decorated with statues of pretty boys. Keisuke ultimately leaves the mansion without joining the game.
- 3EP 3
Keisuke receives tags and faces Takeru while Akira defends them and retrieves a cross
Oct 22, 2010Keisuke obtains his tags and is attacked by Takeru upon leaving the mansion. Akira intervenes to protect them, causing Takeru to flee temporarily. Akira then picks up a cross before being dragged away by Takeru. It is revealed that Takeru is a former Bl@ster who participates in the Igura to win money. He retrieves the cross, which serves as a memento from his deceased sister. Takeru refers to Akira as Lost, noting that he appears emotionless after winning at Bl@ster.
- 4EP 4
Rin finds Akira and meets Tomoyuki before enjoying a rooftop meal with friends.
Oct 29, 2010After Takeru drags Akira away, Rin locates him, and they encounter Tomoyuki, a figure from Rin's past who dismisses him. The pair return to their hotel to join Motomi, where Keisuke expresses relief at Akira's safety. Rin arrives with supplies, and the group shares a meal and conversation on a building rooftop. Later, Shiki attacks a group of Line addicts, causing Rin to react upon hearing his name. Akira pursues Rin but is intercepted by Shiki in an alley. They engage in a brief fight that ends with Akira pinned against a wall. Shiki threatens to kill him, but Akira defends himself by kicking Shiki away. Amused, Shiki promises to play with Akira again and leaves. Akira feels energized by the encounter and recognizes Shiki.
- 5EP 5
Takeru Takes Line While Akira Escapes Attack and Keisuke Runs Away
Nov 5, 2010Takeru consumes the drug Line after a mysterious man offers it to him. Upon waking, he finds Rin and Akira missing and sets out to search for them. Meanwhile, Akira is attacked by a rain-influenced group but escapes when their leader goes insane and collapses after licking Akira's blood. Shiki meets with Arbitro, who provides a black case containing what appears to be enhanced Line. Motomi saves Akira, who questions if he caused the leader's collapse. After dealing with the Executioners, the pair head to the hotel, where they reunite with Rin and Keisuke. Irritated by Keisuke's tendency to trivialize the situation and belittle himself, Akira yells at him. Feeling useless, Keisuke runs away from the group.
- 6EP 6
Takeru murders club patrons while Akira finds bodies and Keisuke intervenes
Nov 12, 2010A man kills everyone in a club while Takeru consumes Line. Akira searches the city for Keisuke, and Rin overhears Line users at a hotel. Akira discovers the club victims and is disgusted. He is then attacked by Takeru, who licks his blood before retreating. Rin discusses drugs and life with Motomi. Takeru regrets leaving his sister but dreams of winning Igura for his family. Keisuke, empowered by Line, finds Takeru and crushes his skull. Keisuke then locates Akira, knocks him unconscious, and carries him away.
- 7EP 7
Keisuke's transformation and drug use explained as Akira wakes with his friend
Nov 19, 2010The narrative explores the reasons behind Keisuke's significant behavioral shift and his decision to consume the drug line. Following this revelation, the scene transitions to Akira regaining consciousness inside a residence he does not recognize. He finds himself alongside his best friend, who is exhibiting erratic and unstable behavior. The two engage in an extended conversation that delves into their current situation and past events. This lengthy discussion ultimately concludes with Akira being struck and losing consciousness, leaving his fate uncertain within the unfamiliar setting.
- 8EP 8
Shiki Betrays Rin as Half-Brother After Killing Friends
Nov 26, 2010Shiki is revealed to be Rin's half-brother and betrays Rin by killing all of his friends. After Rin falls off the bridge, he sees a set of tags that is almost a royal flush, with only the jack missing.
- 9EP 9
Keisuke demands Akira display agonized emotions, leading to a violent clash that ends with Rin seizing their tags to confront Il re.
Dec 3, 2010Keisuke displays his collected tags to Akira, expressing a desire to witness more intense emotions, specifically the face of someone in agony. Their confrontation escalates into a physical battle where Akira reveals his true feelings, further provoking Keisuke. During the fight, Akira loses his weapon and sustains a cut, allowing blood to reach Keisuke’s mouth and causing him to suffocate. Akira experiences brief black flashes of his past before returning to the present. He discovers Keisuke is still alive and carries him to a bed, watching over him until sunrise. Rin then finds them, takes their tags, and leaves to fight Il re. Although Arbitro recognizes the jack, he permits Rin to proceed with the battle.
- 10EP 10
Rin fights Shiki disguised as Il Re while Akira and Gunji escape military bombardment.
Dec 10, 2010Rin confronts Il re, revealed to be Shiki, and is swiftly defeated. Akira rescues him as military forces bomb the area. Shiki saves Arbitro and inquires about Akira. Rin and Akira hide in a warehouse, agreeing to meet Motomi at the church. Rin initially refuses, questioning Akira’s motives after past betrayals, but admits he would have killed Keisuke for tags. Akira urges trust, promising not to betray Rin, who threatens death if betrayed. Gunji and Kiriwar arrive, forcing them to split up. Gunji pursues Akira, who is severely beaten until N rescues him and takes him to Keisuke. A flashback shows young Akira receiving a knife from N. In the present, Emma and Gwen appear to capture Premier. Emma shoots Gwen and attempts to kill Nano, but Nano pierces her body with his arm. Shiki arrives as Akira prepares to escape with Keisuke.
- 11EP 11
Shiki consumes Nicole Premier's blood and kills Keisuke while being observed by Arbitro, Kau, Kiriwar, and Gunji.
Dec 17, 2010Shiki engages in combat with Nicole Premier, resulting in him drinking her blood. This blood, which serves as the basis for Line, typically causes madness or death, yet Shiki survives the exposure. He then sets out to locate Akira. From the roof of a nearby building, Arbitro, Kau, Kiriwar, and Gunji observe these events. Shiki eventually finds Akira and Keisuke, who are attempting to flee to safety. When Shiki attempts to compel Akira to accompany him, Keisuke intervenes to protect her. Shiki responds by killing Keisuke, allowing him to proceed with his intentions toward Akira.
- 12EP 12
Akira confronts Shiki after Keisuke's death, aided by Rin and Nicole Premier, before facing Shiki again.
Dec 24, 2010Following Keisuke's death, Akira attacks Shiki, but Rin intervenes and is injured. Akira refuses to abandon Rin, valuing her trust, until Nicole Premier rescues them. Later, Akira holds a normal job and visits Rin in the hospital, threatening him to keep a promise. Motomi then informs Akira of a new Line threatening the city. The episode concludes with Akira preparing to fight Shiki, who is surrounded by an open box of Line on a mountain. Akira reflects on the societal desire to live and acknowledges that his understanding of life's value stems from Keisuke's death. He realizes he is not fighting another person, but rather himself, marking a significant internal shift in his perspective on existence and conflict.
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Frequently asked questions
- How many episodes does Togainu no Chi have?
- Togainu no Chi has 12 episodes.
- When did Togainu no Chi come out?
- Togainu no Chi came out in 2010.
- Which studio made Togainu no Chi?
- Togainu no Chi was produced by A-1 Pictures.
- Who directed Togainu no Chi?
- Togainu no Chi was directed by Satoshi Motoyama.
- Is Togainu no Chi finished?
- Current status of Togainu no Chi: Finished.