Gate · S1 · E22
The Empress in Slave's Clothing
Zorzal’s Imperial Army and the Rose Knights wage an intense battle. Itami learns of an assassination plot as Lelei’s exam approaches its end.
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Zorzal’s Imperial Army and the Rose Knights wage an intense battle. Itami learns of an assassination plot as Lelei’s exam approaches its end.
Season 1
1The Self-Defense Force Goes to Another World
23 minJul 4, 2015★ 7.7
A mysterious “gate” appears in Tokyo releasing mythical creatures that wreak havoc. Itami, who is part of a special JSDF unit, helps with evacuations.
2Two Military Forces
23 minJul 11, 2015★ 8.0
In the “Special Region,” JSDF is able to push back the enemy army. Itami joins a recon team aimed at forming a friendly relationship with the locals.
3Fire Dragon
23 minJul 18, 2015★ 8.1
Itami's 3rd Recon Unit saves an elf from a village attacked by the Fire Dragon. The villagers of Coda decide to flee to safety
4To Unknown Lands
23 minJul 25, 2015★ 7.9
The 3rd Recon Unit returns to base with the refugees. Tuka, Lelei and Rory use this time to learn more about each other and strengthen their bond.
5The Battle of Italica
23 minAug 1, 2015★ 8.3
The 3rd Recon Unit meets Imperial Princess Piña. Itami decides to protect Italica after hearing that Allied soldiers-turned-bandits have attacked.
6Ride of the Valkyries
23 minAug 8, 2015★ 8.6
The 3rd Recon Unit battles the bandits in Italica. The battle changes course when air support arrives. Piña is stunned by the JSDF’s military might.
7The Princess's Decision
23 minAug 15, 2015★ 8.3
While returning from Italica, Itami is captured by the Empire’s Rose Knights. Concerned about JSDF’s response, Piña makes a proposition.
8Japan, Beyond the Gate
23 minAug 22, 2015★ 8.3
Piña, Itami and the others visit different government offices for negotiations. Piña is awestruck by the impressive skyscrapers and people of Tokyo.
9The Hakone Mountain Night Battle
23 minAug 29, 2015★ 8.6
Itami hides Tuka and the others in his ex-wife’s apartment. As Piña and Bozes go to the library, Itami meets his old friend, the Minister of Defense.
10Despair and Hope
23 minSep 5, 2015★ 8.3
When operatives from the U.S., China and Russia approach, Rory uses her unparalleled combat abilities to join in the three-way fight.
11Visitor
23 minSep 12, 2015★ 8.0
Five months since the war began, the local refugee camp near the Alnus base has become a town. Piña begins peace negotiations with key Empire nobles.
12What Would Itami Do?
24 minSep 19, 2015★ 8.2
A Dark Elf named Yao asks the JSDF to help drive the Fire Dragon from her hometown. She is mistakenly arrested until Lelei volunteers to interpret.
13The Banquet Begins
23 minJan 9, 2016★ 8.2
Piña holds a party to advance peace negotiations. Seeing the JSDF’s power, the senators choose peace. Just then, the pro-war Prince Zorzal arrives.
14The Imperial Capital Quake
23 minJan 16, 2016★ 8.6
After an earthquake strikes the Imperial Capital, Piña brings Itami and the others to meet Emperor Molt. However, they are joined by Prince Zorzal.
15Tuka Luna Marceau
23 minJan 23, 2016★ 7.9
Itami rejects a mission from Yanagida to exterminate the Fire Dragon. Yao tells Tuka that the dragon killed her father, but she refuses to accept it.
16The Fire Dragon, Once More
23 minJan 30, 2016★ 8.7
Itami heads to Elbe with Tuka, Lelei and Yao to destroy the Fire Dragon. When General Hazama learns of this mission, he prepares battle support.
17Decisive Battle
23 minFeb 6, 2016★ 9.0
Heavily armed, Itami and the others head to the Fire Dragon’s nest in the Tuba Mountains. Rory sees the dragon in the distance as they set explosives.
18The Magic City of Rondel
23 minFeb 13, 2016★ 8.3
Itami and the others finally defeat the Fire Dragon and save Tuka from her trauma. After being punished, Itami receives new orders.
19Dangerous Sisters
23 minFeb 20, 2016★ 8.3
Emperor Molt collapses at a ceremony and Prince Zorzal declares that he will lead the Empire. A sage named Mimoza tells Itami the secrets of the Gate.
20Lover
23 minFeb 27, 2016★ 7.7
Prince Zorzal suppresses political opposition by arresting anti-war senators. Itami and the others hide after an attempt on Lelei’s life.
21Deadline
23 minMar 5, 2016★ 7.9
A state official visits the Prime Minister to bolster peace. Itami and the others visit Rondel, home of the Magic Academy, for Lelei to take a test.
22The Empress in Slave's Clothing
23 minMar 12, 2016★ 8.1Now viewing
Zorzal’s Imperial Army and the Rose Knights wage an intense battle. Itami learns of an assassination plot as Lelei’s exam approaches its end.
23Paradrop
23 minMar 19, 2016★ 8.0
The JSDF aims to save the Japanese people and pro-peace nobles. Itami rushes to the Imperial Capital after hearing of Piña’s imprisonment.
24Thus They Fought
23 minMar 26, 2016★ 8.0
Itami and the 3rd Recon Unit head to the Imperial Palace to save Piña and the Emperor. However, Prince Zorzal is waiting for them with a giant Orge.