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1 / 2- 1EP 1
Kyo Sogoru discovers he alone sees Shizuno Misaki who tasks him with saving the world.
Apr 6, 2006Kyo Sogoru realizes that he is the only person capable of perceiving Shizuno Misaki, a beautiful girl. She approaches him and proposes a game. The objective of this game requires Kyo to save the world. This premise establishes the central conflict and the unique connection between the two characters. The narrative focuses on Kyo's sudden awareness of Shizuno and the immediate burden of responsibility placed upon him by her invitation. The story hinges on his ability to see her and his subsequent role in the global stakes she presents.
- 2EP 2
Kyo negotiates with Shizuno to film a movie with Ryoko Kaminagi in exchange for her visibility.
Apr 13, 2006Kyo notices unusual occurrences in his reality, such as friends vanishing from view and Shizuno manifesting solely during his solitude. To resolve this, he proposes a deal to Shizuno, offering to assist her further if she agrees to appear in a film project. This production is being created by Kyo and his friend, Ryoko Kaminagi. The arrangement aims to bridge the gap between Kyo's perception and Shizuno's presence, allowing her to be seen within the context of their collaborative video work while addressing the strange phenomena affecting his social interactions.
- 3EP 3
Kyo questions reality while playing a game given by Student Council President Shima
Apr 20, 2006Kyo engages in a game provided by Student Council President Shima. During the activity, he starts to doubt the nature of his existence. The experience leads him to question the reality he currently inhabits. This interaction with Shima serves as the catalyst for Kyo's existential uncertainty regarding his world.
- 4EP 4
The trio attempts to save the Shanghai Server while Kyo uncovers reality's truth.
Apr 27, 2006May-Yu, May-Yen, and Lu Sheng strive to rescue the corrupted Shanghai Server with assistance from Kyo and Shizuno. During the mission, Zegapain Caladrius is sacrificed. Following the destruction of the server, Kyo learns the truth regarding the distinction between reality and dreams. The group faces significant losses as they attempt to restore the system, leading to a pivotal discovery for Kyo about the nature of their existence. The operation results in the server's demise and the death of Zegapain Caladrius, marking a turning point in the narrative.
- 5EP 5
Kyo’s delusion of reality leads to his absence during the critical battle against Abyss.
May 4, 2006Kyo becomes convinced that Maihama and his friends are real, despite the confusing circumstances surrounding him. As his mental state deteriorates, he fails to appear for battle when the Oceanus requires his presence the most. This absence leaves the crew vulnerable as the enemy, Abyss, finally makes its appearance. The Cerebrants are forced to defend themselves against this new threat without Kyo’s assistance. The episode focuses on Kyo’s internal struggle with reality and the immediate consequences of his disappearance during a critical moment of conflict.
- 6EP 6
Kyo questions reality and Shizuno reveals the truth as Zegapain Garuda is reconstructed
May 11, 2006Kyo attempts to validate the authenticity of his experiences, yet grows unstable upon suspecting his companions might be mere illusions. His decision to depart Maihama to confirm his world's existence prompts Shizuno to disclose the underlying truth. Meanwhile, the Oceanus receives reinforcements from Chris and Arque Avenir. Concurrently, the Zegapain Garuda sustains severe damage, necessitating a complete reconstruction process to restore its operational status.
- 7EP 7
Kyo accepts Maihama as illusion and visits aquarium with Ryoko
May 18, 2006After concluding that Maihama is an artificial illusion, Kyo spends the day with Ryoko at the aquarium. Ryoko observes that Kyo has changed, even though he attempts to hide this transformation through his behavior. This realization marks a significant shift in his perception of the environment and the people around him, including those he cares about most.
- 8EP 8
Kyo explores his hidden past with May-Yu in the real Maihama
May 25, 2006Unremembered memories and casual remarks from allies suggest that Kyo’s history is far more intricate than he currently understands. Joined by May-Yu, he travels to the actual Maihama to confront the harshness of reality. This journey is intended to make him feel genuine pain, helping him comprehend the necessity of defending his fabricated world against the truth he has been avoiding.
- 9EP 9
Chris explains memory loss from wet damage while Kyo questions emotional pain
Jun 1, 2006Chris informs Kyo that although body data can be reconstructed, lost memories cannot be recovered. He notes that Arque has suffered significant memory loss due to wet damage. Meanwhile, Kyo and Ryoko engage in a disagreement. This conflict leads Kyo to question the nature of the pain he experiences from emotions. The episode focuses on the distinction between physical reconstruction and the permanent loss of memories, highlighting the emotional turmoil affecting the characters involved in the situation.
- 10EP 10
Ryoko creates a film from Tōru Kanō's tape while Kyo and she reconcile at the Summer Festival.
Jun 8, 2006Ryoko utilizes a video tape provided by Tōru Kanō to produce a new film. She remains unaware that this action serves as an indicator she may soon awaken to the real world. Concurrently, she and Kyo resolve their differences and make up during the Summer Festival. The narrative focuses on these specific events involving Ryoko's filmmaking process and her reconciliation with Kyo against the backdrop of the festival.
- 11EP 11
Arque creates final memories with friends as Sin and Abyss return
Jun 15, 2006During her final days, Arque dedicates her time to forming lasting memories alongside Chris, Kyo, Shizuno, and Ryoko. As this period concludes, Sin and Abyss make their return. Concurrently, Ryoko begins to undergo an awakening process. The narrative focuses on these interactions and the significant events involving the returning characters and Ryoko's transformation.
- 12EP 12
Oceanus crew surveys Ryoko, Hayase, and Tomigai as Cerebrant candidates
Jun 22, 2006The Oceanus crew surveys potential Cerebrant candidates, including Ryoko, Hayase, and Tomigai. Ryoko fully awakens and spends the day with Kyo. During their time together, she asks to see the real world with him someday.
- 13EP 13
Ryoko becomes Kyo's pilot but dies when Zegapain Altair is destroyed by Sin.
Jun 29, 2006Ryoko joins the Oceanus crew to film the real world as she desired. She assumes the role of Kyo's new Wizard, demonstrating exceptional piloting abilities. However, disaster occurs when the Zegapain Altair is attacked by Sin within the Anti-Zegapain Coatlicue. This collision results in the destruction of Ryoko's apparition data, ending her presence in the virtual environment. The incident marks a tragic turn for the crew, as the skilled pilot is lost during the confrontation with the opposing forces. Her death highlights the dangers faced by those operating within the digital realm while attempting to document reality.
- 14EP 14
Kyo processes grief over Ryoko as Lu Sheng explains humanity's server storage and Shizuno locates Ryoko in Altair data.
Jul 6, 2006Kyo struggles to overcome his deep grief regarding the loss of Ryoko. Meanwhile, Lu Sheng discloses the origins of why humanity was stored within servers initially. In a parallel effort, Shizuno conducts a desperate search through the raw combat data of the Altair. During this search, she discovers that Ryoko's data has been compressed and hidden within the mecha's memory. This revelation connects the personal tragedy with the larger technological mystery surrounding human preservation and the combat records of the Altair unit.
- 15EP 15
Kyo faces server reset reality as Zegapain Hraesvelgr suffers heavy damage fighting Coatlicue.
Jul 13, 2006Kyo experiences a period of personal success, anticipating Ryoko’s return, reconciling with Kawaguchi, and seeing his friends content. However, the environment behaves erratically, leading Kyo to uncover that the server simulates only a limited duration before resetting. During a mission intended to defeat the Anti-Zegapain Coatlicue, the Zegapain Hraesvelgr sustains severe damage in a failed attempt to overcome the enemy. This revelation disrupts the apparent harmony, highlighting the fragile nature of their simulated existence and the critical state of their mecha amidst the unfolding crisis.
- 16EP 16
Maihama Server Resets as Ryoko Returns Comatose and Kyo Faces Existential Pain
Jul 20, 2006The Maihama server undergoes a reset, marking the beginning of the summer school term. Ryoko returns to the server but is found hospitalized and in a coma. Kyo uncovers a critical truth: Ryoko can only maintain her existence as herself within the Altair. This condition inflicts pain not only on Ryoko but also on those around her. The narrative focuses on the consequences of this discovery and the physical toll it takes on the characters involved in this volatile situation.
- 17EP 17
Shima and Shizuno explore the Zegapain Caladrius while Sin infiltrates the Oceanus to question the Cerebrants.
Jul 27, 2006During an excursion on the repaired Zegapain Caladrius, Shima and Shizuno are away from the main vessel. Meanwhile, Minato and the Oceanus crew face a threat from Sin, who has successfully infiltrated the ship. Sin’s objective is to interrogate the Cerebrants regarding their motivations for fighting the Gards-orm. After receiving an answer from Ryoko that satisfies him, Sin proceeds to restore Ryoko's damaged data. This sequence of events highlights the tension between the crew's defense efforts and Sin's internal investigation into the conflict's origins, culminating in the restoration of Ryoko's information following the interrogation.
- 18EP 18
Ryoko's Emotions Locked in Altair While She and Kyo Explore the Real World
Aug 3, 2006Sin repairs Ryoko's data through a transplant, yet her emotional component remains trapped within the Altair, rendering her seemingly devoid of feelings inside the server. Consequently, she and Kyo venture into the real world. During their exploration, Kyo acknowledges that although they currently exist only as apparitions, he believes they will eventually gain the ability to physically touch the real world. This moment highlights their unique status and the hope for future physical interaction despite their current digital limitations.
- 19EP 19
Lu Sheng questions Shizuno's identity as Yehl during a tense dinner meeting.
Aug 10, 2006Lu Sheng confronts Shizuno regarding her recent behavior and her true identity as Yehl while they share a meal in the Maihama server. Meanwhile, Kyo and Ryoko engage in a fierce battle against Sin and Abyss using the Anti-Zegapain Coatlicue to protect the Maihama server. The defenders suffer a crushing defeat when their mecha is destroyed. Unbeknownst to Kyo and Ryoko, Lu Sheng, Shizuno, and all other individuals involved remain alive despite the catastrophic loss of the server and their equipment during the conflict.
- 20EP 20
Shizuno and Shima reveal the Maihama server's relocation to the moon by the previous Kyo.
Aug 17, 2006Shizuno and Shima disclose that the Maihama server remains secure due to its prior transfer to the moon by the former Kyo, with Shizuno and Shima involved in the operation. Shizuno and Kyo collaborate once more, during which Shizuno recounts their initial encounter and explains that Kyo was the individual who bestowed upon her the name "Shizuno Misaki." This revelation provides context regarding their shared history and the origins of her current identity within the group.
- 21EP 21
Shima exposes Cerebrum's plan while Kuroshio considers becoming a Gards-orm.
Aug 24, 2006Shima discloses Cerebrum's strategy for the final confrontation with the Gards-orm and the subsequent resurrection of humanity. Kuroshio argues that transforming into a Gards-orm is preferable to acquiring a physical form and exiting the server. Shima tries to explain the true nature of their adversaries but collapses due to dry damage.
- 22EP 22
Shizuno cares for Shima, revealing his true nature as a traitorous Gards-orm clone.
Aug 31, 2006Shizuno tends to Shima, disclosing that he is a clone of the original Shima, a Gards-orm who betrayed his species to restore humanity. Meanwhile, Minato assumes command of the Oceanus. The Cerebrants initiate their Final Plan, known as Project Resurrection. Concurrently, the Gards-orm accelerate the expansion of their destructive Deutera Areas across the Earth, escalating the global threat as these factions advance their respective agendas in a critical turning point for the ongoing conflict.
- 23EP 23
Altair and Garuda infiltrate Gards-orm base and confront Naga in the quantum computer
Sep 7, 2006Following battles against Abyss and Sin, the Altair and Garuda units manage to penetrate the Gards-orm base. They subsequently access the organization's quantum computer system. Inside this digital environment, they encounter Naga. He presents his specific perspectives regarding the fundamental nature of life and humanity to the intruders. This confrontation occurs after their successful infiltration efforts, shifting the focus from physical combat to a philosophical exchange within the computer's virtual space.
- 24EP 24
Kyo and friends meet Shima who doubts Project Resurrection while battles rage
Sep 14, 2006Kyo, Ryoko, Lu Sheng, and May-Yu encounter Shima, who has been waiting for them and expresses doubt regarding the feasibility of Project Resurrection. Simultaneously, the Altair and Garuda engage in combat against Sin and Abyss' Anti-Zega unit. Amidst these conflicts, the remaining crew members of the Oceanus prepare to say their final goodbyes to Shima.
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Frequently asked questions
- How many episodes does Zegapain have?
- Zegapain has 26 episodes.
- When did Zegapain come out?
- Zegapain came out in 2006.
- Which studio made Zegapain?
- Zegapain was produced by Sunrise.
- Who directed Zegapain?
- Zegapain was directed by Jin Aketagawa.
- Is Zegapain finished?
- Current status of Zegapain: Finished.