Akame ga Kill!
"If you can't find a reason to fight, then you shouldn't be fighting."
Storyline
Young Tatsumi travels to the capital of the Empire in order to earn money for his starving people and encounters a world of unimaginable depravity, dominated by the ruthless Prime Minister who controls the child Emperor. Tatsumi is recruited by Night Raid, a group of assassins dedicated to eliminating corruption by mercilessly killing officials and privileged nobles.
Episodes
Specials
No overview available for this season.
AkaKill! Theater #01 - Tatsumi and Leone
Jul 07, 2014
Tatsumi recounts the beginning of his time in the Capital. He recalls how he was scammed by Leone out of all his money, before being taken in by a seemingly kind noble family.
AkaKill! Theater #02 - Night Raid's 1-Minute Cooking
Jul 14, 2014
Leone presents her latest culinary creation, a dish called "1-Minute Meal," to Najenda. However, Najenda immediately recognizes that it looks like garbage.
AkaKill! Theater #03 - Leone and Scheele's Must-See Imperial Secret Hot Spring Report ♥
Jul 21, 2014
The episode begins with Leone complaining that the main series lacks fanservice, suggesting that it's all put into the extra segments.
AkaKill! Theater #04 - Mail Order Part 1
Jul 28, 2014
The special begins with a commercial for the "Tyrant," a giant, dragon-like Imperial Arms. Lubbock appears as the presenter, selling the "Tyrant Enhancement Super Set" to Tatsumi and the rest of Night Raid. The commercial promotes how the set can enhance your "body" by turning you into a powerful dragon, just like the original user.
AkaKill! Theater #05 - Glasses
Aug 04, 2014
Tatsumi is speaking with Sheele and mentions that her clumsiness is so extreme she once put Mine in the laundry with the rest of the clothes.
AkaKill! Theater #06 - Esdeath's Fun Torture Classroom
Aug 11, 2014
In this short episode, the focus is on the character Esdeath in a humorous, exaggerated setting of a torture chamber classroom
AkaKill! Theater #07 - Social Studies Field Trip
Aug 18, 2014
The characters (members of Night Raid / Empire cast) go on a field trip—likely for “social studies” in the sense of a school‑style outing rather than a serious mission.
AkaKill! Theater #08 - The Tale of Estarou
Aug 25, 2014
The plot of "The Tale of Estaro" is a gag that pokes fun at the relationship between Wave and Kurome, particularly Wave's attempts to connect with Kurome despite her withdrawn nature.
AkaKill! Theater #09 - Interviews
Sep 01, 2014
This short parodies the main events of Akame ga Kill! episode 9, "Kill the Battle Fanatic," where Tatsumi participates in a martial arts tournament and is aggressively wooed by the general Esdeath.
AkaKill! Theater #10 - Deluxe Incursio
Sep 08, 2014
An advertisement for a toy version of the Teigu “Incursio” (the Demon Armor wielded by Tatsumi) appears, promoting it as an amazing product that can fly through sky, sea, and land.
AkaKill! Theater #11 - Girl's Bar
Sep 15, 2014
The gags likely include character mismatches: perhaps male/assassin characters like Tatsumi or Lubbock being in a girls‑bar context, or female characters like Leone, Akame, Mine being in bar hostess/maid style roles for comedic effect.
AkaKill! Theater #12 - Mail Order Part 2
Sep 22, 2014
The episode probably features characters reacting to or creating a spoof commercial for a product (likely a Teigu or weapon‑toy) in the style of a home‑shopping infomercial.
AkaKill! Theater #13 - New Hideout
Sep 29, 2014
Unlike the hidden, somewhat spartan base in the main story, the theater skit humorously portrays the new hideout as a comfortable apartment with modern conveniences, creating a contrast that is a staple of these comedic shorts.
AkaKill! Theater #14 - A Serious Love
Oct 06, 2014
Tatsumi and Esdeath run into each other by chance while they are both hunting Danger Beasts in a forest.
AkaKill! Theater #15 - Seryu's Fun Crime-Prevention Class
Oct 13, 2014
Seryu conducts a “crime‐prevention class” (i.e., a classroom setting) where she instructs or demonstrates to other characters (or perhaps viewers) the “right way” to prevent crime.
AkaKill! Theater #16 - Dear Mother?!
Oct 20, 2014
Tatsumi and the other Night Raid members are discussing their family histories. When the conversation turns to Tatsumi's mother, he admits he knows very little about her.
AkaKill! Theater #17 - Haunted House
Oct 27, 2014
The episode opens with Lubbock trying to tell a scary story to the members of Night Raid: Najenda, Leone, Akame and Susanoo. He claims a haunted‑house tale.
AkaKill! Theater #18 - Lightning Speed! Susanoo!
Nov 03, 2014
The short opens in the Night Raid headquarters (or a comfortable setting at their base). A sudden scream echoes from somewhere in the building.
AkaKill! Theater #19 - Rahkasha Apperas!?
Nov 10, 2014
Syura, the arrogant son of the Prime Minister, showing off and bragging about his power.
AkaKill! Theater #20 - Mail Order Part 3
Nov 17, 2014
In the segment, Tatsumi is attempting to sell a set of gardening tools.
AkaKill! Theater #21 - The Tale of the Crane's Repayment
Nov 24, 2014
Leone plays the part of the Grateful Crane and Tatsumi takes the role of the kind-hearted young man.
AkaKill! Theater #22 - Akame and Kurome
Dec 01, 2014
The short plays on the audience's perception of Tatsumi as the central protagonist for much of the series.
AkaKill! Theater #23 - Departure
Dec 08, 2014
Tatsumi reunites with everyone.
AkaKill! Theater #24 - Afterparty
Dec 15, 2014
Wrap Party in heaven.
Digest Recap - Episode 8.5
Aug 31, 2014
Recap of the first eight episodes of the main series.
Season 1
The story begins with Tatsumi, a young swordsman from a remote countryside village, who travels to the Imperial Capital seeking funds to save his starving home. Once he arrives, he discovers that the capital is riddled with corruption and cruelty. He stumbles upon the secret group of assassins known as Night Raid, who are fighting to overthrow the tyrannical and corrupt regime that governs the empire. Tatsumi is recruited into Night Raid and begins his journey in a world of bullets, blades, and moral conflict.
Kill the Darkness
Jul 07, 2014
Tatsumi leaves his village in pursuit of wealth and success in the Imperial Capital. He attempts to join the army, however it isn't as easy as it seems. When all of the sudden, a large breasted woman shows up at the local bar and offers to help him get recruited.
Kill the Authority
Jul 14, 2014
Tatsumi is taken by the Night Raid. They realized his potential as an assassin and asks him to join, but Tatsumi is conflicted. Though after learning more about each of Night Raid's team members, he learns of their objectives to defeat evil and corruption and eventually decides to join.
Kill Your Cares
Jul 21, 2014
The Night Raid's hideout is invaded by intruders! The assassin clan was able to drive out the enemy without a problem. Tatsumi experiences the true intensity of the Night Raid for the first time and he is thrilled.
Kill the Imperial Arm Users
Jul 28, 2014
The target this time is the capital's rumored phantom serial killer known only as Zank the Executioner. Just like the Night Raid, he is an Imperial Arms user as well.
Kill the Dream
Aug 04, 2014
Sheele, who has no particular role in the hideout is assigned as Tatsumi's trainer. She explains how and why she chose assassinating as her career. Tatsumi, who still doesn't have an Imperial Arm of his own, tests out the Imperial Arm taken from Zank.
Kill the Absolute Justice
Aug 11, 2014
Night Raid is tasked with the eradication of a drug trafficking organization within the Imperial City. Tatsumi and Leone head towards the red light district. The two learn of the horrific details of the organization and their rage is apparent. Meanwhile, Sheele and Mine go after the Tybil, former leader of the organization when they suddenly feel an alarming presence.
Kill the Three (1)
Aug 18, 2014
General Esdeath arrives at the capital and is brought to the Emperor to discuss annihilating Night Raid. The Emperor wants to reward her for her services but her request is somewhat surprising.
Kill the Three (2)
Aug 25, 2014
Tatsumi and Bulat stand before the Three. Among them is Bulat's former leader, Liver. The battle quickly turns into a one-on-one combat between Bulat versus Liver and Tatsumi versus Nyau.
Kill the Battle Fanatic
Sep 01, 2014
Tatsumi inherits Bulat's Imperial Arms Incrusio after defeating the Three and vows to become even stronger. Mine's attitude towards Tatsumi seems to show a change after seeing his dedication during training... Meanwhile, General Esdeath receives news of the Three being defeated and in order to reinforce the army's strength she organizes a special police force of Imperial Arms users known only as the Jeagars.
Kill the Temptation
Sep 08, 2014
Esdeath has taken Tatsumi after winning the combat tournament. And the reason being... love at first sight?! That being said Tatsumi has not only been forced to become Esdeath's lover but also an auxiliary member of the Jaegers. Tatsumi and Esdeath observe as the Jaegers raid the bandits' hideout; he witnesses how powerful the Jaegers truly are. All the while Tatsumi tries to find an opportunity to escape and return to the Night Raid's hideout...
Kill the Mad Scientist
Sep 15, 2014
Dr. Stylish discovered Night Raid's hideout as he followed Tatsumi. A battle quickly commenced between Night Raid and Dr. Stylish's fortified army who struck with a surprise attack. Tatsumi and Mine are enraged as they see Kakusan equipped with Sheele's Imperial Arms Extase. A fierce battle continues within the hideout when suddenly something came down from the Sky...
Kill the Newcomers
Sep 22, 2014
After dealing with Dr. Stylish's attack Night Raid leaves their base and hides in the mountains. After welcoming the newly joined member, Night Raid experienced a brief moment of peace, even amid training. Mine, who has been teased relentlessly Chelsea, the newcomer, tells Tatsumi and Lubbok that she wants revenge.
Kill the Nuisances
Sep 29, 2014
A new species of Danger Beasts have emerged and has been terrorizing the vicinity of the capital. Minister Onest has ordered Esdeath to seize and defeat them. Esdeath leads the Jaegers to go to deal with them. But something suspicious in the shadow is keeping an eye on their actions. Meanwhile, after Night Raid settles into their new hideout, they're also on the move to deal with the new Danger Beasts.
Kill the Giant Danger Beast
Oct 06, 2014
Tatsumi and Esdeath meet again by chance while exterminating Danger Beasts. Esdeath is pleasantly surprised at the unexpected reunion while Tatsumi is overwhelmed. Even while fully immersed in the joy of their reunion, Esdeath notices that a man's been watching them from the shadows.
Kill the Religious Organization
Oct 13, 2014
A widely accepted religious organization among the civilians known as the Path of Peace is quickly gaining more followers. It is rumored that they will cause an armed uprising in an attempt to fight against the corrupt government.
Kill the Puppets
Oct 20, 2014
In order to combat the Jaegars, Night Raid is separated into two groups. Tatsumi and Akame are to deal with Bols, Kurome, and her puppets. The battle proves to be difficult as Kurome's Imperial Arms Yatsufusa has the ability to freely control the dead.
Kill the Curse
Oct 27, 2014
After being cornered by Akame and Leone, Bols sets off an explosion and flees. While he is trying to get back to his comrades, he runs into a hurt girl who is crying. Meanwhile, Kurome's medicine starts wearing off and she starts remembering her days with Akame as well as their sad goodbye, while stumbling through the mountain. While leaning against a tree eating snacks, someone approaches her...
Kill the Demon
Nov 03, 2014
Borick is scheming to take over a religious faction, and Night Raid heads to Kyoroch, where that religion has its headquarters. The Jaegars also head to Kyoroch to act as bodyguards for Borick. Wave is worried about Kurome, who still hasn't healed from her wounds. Night Raid safely infiltrates Kyoroch, however they must now face Borick's own appointed guards, the Four Koukenji Rakshasa Demons.
Kill the Fate
Nov 10, 2014
Night Raid continues to work on their plan to assassinate Borick in Kyoroch. Tatsumi and Mine wander around the city, but then end up running into Seryu, who is responsible for Sheele's death. Mine decides to end things once and for all with her, while Tatsumi fights Suzuka from the Four Demons.
Kill the Carnage
Nov 17, 2014
Kyoroch is freed because of Night Raid, which strengthens the Revolutionary Army's power. In this dire situation, Commander-in-chief Budoh and the minister's son, Shura, join the fight against Night Raid. Meanwhile, Night Raid infiltrates the capital yet again. Tatsumi and Lubbock go after Minister Onest in the palace by sneaking in with the help of one of the Revolutionary Army's spies.
Kill the Despair
Nov 24, 2014
In order to instill fear into the hearts of those among the Rebel Army, the capital has spread the word that Tatsumi will be executed publicly. Night Raid receives notice of this and intends to rescue him.
Kill the Little Sister
Dec 01, 2014
Following Tatsumi's capture, Night Raid successfully defeated Commander-in-Chief Budou but at the cost of Main and Susanoo's lives. The Revolutionary Army surrounds the capital as the civilians start to riot. Wave is confounded by what he sees as Ran calmly observes how everything unfolds. Meanwhile, Kurome senses that the end of her life is drawing near and seeks to settle things with her older sister once and for all.
Kill the Emperor
Dec 08, 2014
The Revolution finally reaches its final phase; Night Raid is en route to assassinate Minister Onest, the root of the problem. All goes according to Najenda's plan as the Revolutionary Army successfully invades the city. Night Raid arrives at the Palace where the Emperor and Minister are located. Unlike the panicked Emperor, the Minister is composed and confident as they prepare to unleash their trump card. As the palace trembles, something appears from below...!
Akame ga Kill!
Dec 15, 2014
The empire's army has been defeated and all that remains is the empire's strongest, General Esdeath. Akame and her sword stand in Esdeath's way as she desires to continue breeding war. The two face one another. The final battle begins. What will the result bring forth? A new kingdom where the citizens can live in peace or will there be more bloodshed...?