Hero Tales

TV-142007•30m•7.0/10

AnimationAction & Adventure

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7.0/10(3)

Lord Keiro, the Shogun of the Xian Empire, blazes a trail of terror while seeking the sacred sword that will make him a god. Standing in his way is Taito, a powerful star reborn in human form who vows to use his strength to avenge those slaughtered by Keiro. To complete his journey, Taito must seek others like him: the seven star-born warriors with the strength to shatter a corrupt empire.

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Production

studio FLAG, TV Tokyo, Media Factory, GENCO

Language

Status

Ended

First Aired

October 8, 2007

Last Aired

March 31, 2008

Networks

TV Tokyo

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Seasons & Episodes

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Season

The Destroyed Army's Howling Engraving

Air date: 2007-10-08

A stranger breaks into the temple, defeating everyone who faces him by himself. He's after the sword - "Kenkaranpu". But why is he so desperate to get it? And will Taitou and his sister be able to stop him?

Military Song of Karma

Air date: 2007-10-15

The fight continues with the mysterious enemy, and the big adventure truly begins.

Honorable Pledge

Air date: 2007-10-22

The group visit a small town with a huge boulder looming dangerously over the cliff above it. But that's not the only danger, the goverment officals are corrupt and don't care about the people. Will the group be able to stop both? And who is "Koyo"?

The Five Divine Warriors

Air date: 2007-10-29

The group meets a strange boy, all the arrows and bows he use explode because of the energy put into them. Who exactly is he and which side is he on?

The Diseased Empire

Air date: 2007-11-05

The group meet some orphans, who have to steal to live. Unfortunately, they've angered some thugs who are known to kill anyone who try and face them. Will the group be able to protect the orphans?

Crimson Hero

Air date: 2007-11-12

Hosei feels ignored when his master takes a special interest in training Taito, so the young archer picks a fight with a gang of bandits who refuse to die - no matter how many times he kills them!

The Sorrow of the Rokuson

Air date: 2007-11-19

Hosei's rash behavior causes his master to become an undead servant of evil. With his new friends' lives on the line, will he be able to obey her chilling final order?

Echoes in the Valley..

Air date: 2007-11-26

Sensing Hosei's pain over the loss of his master, the heroes embark on a mission to lift his spirits. While Taito and Ryuko try their luck as hunters, Laila collects mushrooms in an attempt to conjure up something edible.

The Shadows Cast Upon the Capital

Air date: 2007-12-03

The empire undergoes frightening changes after Keiro stakes his claim to the throne. When the former emperor is imprisoned, Taito and company must act quickly to save him.

E10

The Lonely Emperor

Air date: 2007-12-10

Spurred by delusions of grandeur, Taito infiltrates the royal palace, determined to teach the emperor how to run a country - or claim the throne for himself!

E11

Hokushinkiki

Air date: 2007-12-17

Lord Keiro's grotesque appetite for power turned him into a bloodthirsty monster. Only Taito can stop him, but he'll need to draw strength from his friends to survive the final showdown!

E12

The Moonlight`s Sparkle

Air date: 2007-12-24

Ryuko seeks the council of his elders as he struggles to determine his role in the prophesized battle, and Chouka makes an aggressive attempt to eliminate Taito.

E13

Nitenshinson

Air date: 2007-12-31

When Taito and Keiro meet again on the field of battle, Ryuko must decide whether he will fight alongside his friend - or his father!

E14

Turning Away from the Fierce Fang

Air date: 2008-01-07

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E15

The Hagun's path

Air date: 2008-01-14

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E16

The Imperial Tonrou

Air date: 2008-01-21

Having fallen under the control of his father's rapidly-expanding influence, Ryuko is powerless to stop his own body from launching a murderous attack against Taito.

E17

Bond of Father and Son

Air date: 2008-01-28

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E18

Rentsuuji Aflame

Air date: 2008-02-04

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E19

Division of the Stars

Air date: 2008-02-11

Lord Keiro gains even more power after his daughter's marriage to the Emperor is made official. Elsewhere, Taito and company cross paths with an old friend.

E20

The Beginning of Turmoil

Air date: 2008-02-18

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E21

White Rage of Grief

Air date: 2008-02-25

Shimei lures Taito into the clutches of Lord Keiro. The Alkaid is ready for a fight, but his counterpart is unwilling, instead choosing to reveal the secrets of his own dark past.

E22

Complication in the Imperial City

Air date: 2008-03-03

E23

Clash

Air date: 2008-03-10

E24

A Fate of Rampage

Air date: 2008-03-17

E25

Tonrou's Transformation

Air date: 2008-03-24