Ai Tenchi Muyo! - Season 1

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Tenchi's Arrival

1 - Tenchi's Arrival

Air Date: October 6, 2014

Tenchi is lost in the wooded mountain outside Junai Academy and has violent encounters with the main characters of the series there before he is able to arrive. Ukan Kurihara introduces him to the class where he will be the student teacher. All primary characters who are high school student are conveniently members of this single class.

Orientation

2 - Orientation

Air Date: October 7, 2014

Momo Kawanagare, the Student Council President, gives Tenchi a tour of the school. The council's Vice President, Treasurer and Auditor Hana Saryu, Touri Fueyama, and Hachiko. The latter three strip, tie, and gag Tenchi and take out torture devices in an effort to "question" him.

Tenchi Departs

3 - Tenchi Departs

Air Date: October 8, 2014

In the show's first flashback, Washu explains to Tenchi that two people got caught in a dimensional warp during her experiments and she needs him to return them to their previous location for her. He is sent back in time and quickly "finds" a child Momo and they use his phone to look for her partner.

Looking Back Part 1

4 - Looking Back Part 1

Air Date: October 9, 2014

A summary of episodes 1 to 4

Underground Unrest

5 - Underground Unrest

Air Date: October 13, 2014

Tenchi escapes the student council and, while looking for a place to put his clothes back on, finds himself in the old school building and ends up being caught by the president, vice president, and bodyguard of the Science Club, Yuki Fuka, Rui Aoi, and Beni Kinojyou. They also tie, gag, and strip him.

Dodging a Bullet

6 - Dodging a Bullet

Air Date: October 14, 2014

Following a tracker hidden on Tenchi, the council interrupts the Science Club and discover the large excavation project under the building. Tenchi protects Momo as a cave-in occurs and they all have to flee.

One Day Down

7 - One Day Down

Air Date: October 15, 2014

Tenchi returns to the simple Inn that Tenchi is sharing with Sasami, Ayeka, and Ryoko. They pledge their support in helping Tenchi with his task. Washu sends a box of armor and charms she says he'll need for the job.

Tenchi Encounter

8 - Tenchi Encounter

Air Date: October 16, 2014

In an episode that heavily references the story of Kibitsuhiko no Mikoto, Tenchi and Momo encounter Inukai Takeru, Sasa Morihiko, and Tome Tamaomi (retainers of the Emperor's prince in the original story), who resemble Hachiko, Touri, and Hana. While Tenchi continues their search, they come along, in search of a monster ravaging the area. They discover and have a short battle with a Ryoko (the monster) that doesn't recognize Tenchi. First Class Detective Mihoshi arrives in a battle suit to arrest her. (In the original story, the prince and the three retainers defeat an Oni).

Festival Preparation

9 - Festival Preparation

Air Date: October 20, 2014

Tenchi tries to negotiate between the Science Club who are begging for funds from the council, who says they are misappropriating the money they have gotten. Ukan tells him teachs can't interfere.

Looking Back Part 2

10 - Looking Back Part 2

Air Date: October 21, 2014

A summary of episodes 6 to 9

Walking the Maze

11 - Walking the Maze

Air Date: October 22, 2014

This episode features prominent references to Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark. Tenchi and Hachiko wander a cavernous warehouse full of booby-traps to gather resources for the upcoming Cultural Festival. According to Hachiko, a guidebook is needed to navigate it. The Science Club follows them and immediately get lost and end up running for their lives from a giant rolling iron ball. Tenchi and Hachiko also have to run and lose the guidebook.

Stuck Together

12 - Stuck Together

Air Date: October 23, 2014

Tenchi amd Hachiko have to team with Beni to find their way out of the warehouse. When Beni tries to smash her way out, she activates the robot Goriki, which starts attacking them. Hachiko's wooden sword is broken, which reduces her to a crying mess.

Break Right Through

13 - Break Right Through

Air Date: October 22, 2014

Beni and Hachiko temporarily cured by using a broom for a weapon) can't defeat Goriki and Tenchi is forced to take it down with the Tenchi-ken. A dazed Beni is hazily aware of the extreme power he shows in the battle. Everyone finds their way out. Yuki and Rui run off with a cart full of "borrowed" supplies for the festival.

Slip of the Tongue

14 - Slip of the Tongue

Air Date: October 23, 2014

Hachiko and Kinojo may be strong, but they're not the best pair to be stuck in a labyrinth with.

Looking Back Part 3

15 - Looking Back Part 3

Air Date: October 29, 2014

A summary of episodes 11 to 14

Tenchi's Discovery

16 - Tenchi's Discovery

Air Date: October 27, 2014

After witnessing an abrupt end to a pitched battle, Tenchi and young Momo start to draw closer to their goal.

The Festival Begins

17 - The Festival Begins

Air Date: October 28, 2014

Looks like the school is getting a new transfer student. Meanwhile, Ryoko puts on a masterclass in cooking.

Tenchi's Kiss

18 - Tenchi's Kiss

Air Date: October 29, 2014

A massive misunderstanding and flare-up of egos lands Tenchi in an unexpected, yet major role in Hachiko's play.

Tenchi's Metamorphosis

19 - Tenchi's Metamorphosis

Air Date: October 30, 2014

That's "Mr. Tenchi" to you! Our ponytailed hero braves treacherous nature and bewildering encounters en route to his new gig: assistant teacher at an all-girls' high school.

Looking Back Part 4

20 - Looking Back Part 4

Air Date: November 6, 2014

A summary of episodes 16 to 19

Banquet of Beauty

21 - Banquet of Beauty

Air Date: November 10, 2014

The Student Council and the Science Club light up the runway; The group learn that beauty is a game for the grown-ups.

Calm before the Storm

22 - Calm before the Storm

Air Date: November 4, 2014

A massive flare-up of egos lands Tenchi in an unexpected, major role in Hachiko's play.

The Opening Announcement

23 - The Opening Announcement

Air Date: November 5, 2014

The Student Council gets psyched up for Sports Day; Ms. Kurihara's explanation raises the stakes for the clubs, and even more so for Tenchi.

Obstacle Course

24 - Obstacle Course

Air Date: November 6, 2014

Goriki makes an appearance, throwing the first challenge into disarray and the Student Council still has teamwork on their side.

Looking Back Part 5

25 - Looking Back Part 5

Air Date: November 17, 2014

A summary of episodes 21 to 24

Mounted Battle

26 - Mounted Battle

Air Date: November 10, 2014

Goriki's not out of the running yet, and in the second challenge, the Science Club aims to settle the score.

Battle of the Buns

27 - Battle of the Buns

Air Date: November 11, 2014

After things wind down, Saryu comes by with an unusual request. The school's factions prepare for a new challenge.

Super-Overtime

28 - Super-Overtime

Air Date: November 12, 2014

Tenchi and Momo share a moment of admiration, but it sounds like our hero may be in for more trouble tomorrow.

Dorm Duty Begins

29 - Dorm Duty Begins

Air Date: November 13, 2014

Goriki makes an appearance, throwing the first challenge into disarray. But the Student Council still has teamwork on their side.

Looking Back Part 6

30 - Looking Back Part 6

Air Date: November 25, 2014

A summary of episodes 26 to 29

Shrouded in Steam

31 - Shrouded in Steam

Air Date: November 17, 2014

A small misunderstanding escalates into a big pinch, forcing Momo to run for cover as Tenchi overhears a startling truth

A Disturbing Dinner

32 - A Disturbing Dinner

Air Date: November 18, 2014

In a clandestine ramen meet-up, Tenchi finds out Kinojo has a lot going on under the surface, as does the Science Club's dorm room.

Tenchi's Rescue

33 - Tenchi's Rescue

Air Date: November 19, 2014

Young Momo's link to Kinojo becomes crystal clear at last, and Tenchi attempts to restore order to the past.

Meeting on the Roof

34 - Meeting on the Roof

Air Date: November 20, 2014

Kinojo and Tenchi have a frank and fraught heart-to-heart as they both count on Momo to save the day.

Looking Back Part 7

35 - Looking Back Part 7

Air Date: December 3, 2014

A summary of episodes 31 to 34

Courtyard Cookout

36 - Courtyard Cookout

Air Date: November 24, 2014

A heartfelt cookout to convey sympathy for Tenchi transforms into a day of truce and relaxation for everyone involved.

Mr. Tenchi Begins

37 - Mr. Tenchi Begins

Air Date: November 25, 2014

Tenchi arrives back in the present with some loose ends to tie up; Tenchi and Washu plan out a mission that brings the story full circle.

Tenchi Taken Captive

38 - Tenchi Taken Captive

Air Date: November 26, 2014

Washu and the Science Club stand tall against the attackers. Momo and Kinojo finally find an answer they've both been seeking.

Strange Traces

39 - Strange Traces

Air Date: November 27, 2014

Tenchi gets an interesting clue about the Science Club's intentions, but the Student Council smells danger.

Looking Back Part 8

40 - Looking Back Part 8

Air Date: December 11, 2014

A summary of episodes 36 to 39

Clash in the Ruins

41 - Clash in the Ruins

Air Date: December 15, 2014

The Science Club and their new allies square off with the Student Council to buy time as Tenchi goes treasure hunting.

The Decision

42 - The Decision

Air Date: December 2, 2014

Kinojo and Tenchi have a frank and fraught heart-to-heart. Count on Momo to step in and save the day... Or to try, anyway.

Gathering Storm

43 - Gathering Storm

Air Date: December 3, 2014

As Tenchi and the others regroup with the Student Council, the Science Club finds a new mission and Ms Kurihara intercepts a telling communication.

Declaration of War

44 - Declaration of War

Air Date: December 4, 2014

Tenchi's friends hold a barbecue with the Student Council and invite the Science Club to party with them as well.

Looking Back Part 9

45 - Looking Back Part 9

Air Date: December 19, 2014

A summary of episodes 41 to 44

The Corruption Scandal

46 - The Corruption Scandal

Air Date: December 8, 2014

The event that leads to the start of this series and how Tenchi became a teacher trainee

Search and Seizure

47 - Search and Seizure

Air Date: December 9, 2014

The Science Club asks for Tenchi and his friends help looking for the treasure that they are so eager to find.

The Scandal Breaks

48 - The Scandal Breaks

Air Date: December 10, 2014

Upon meeting Mihoshi, Tenchi and the others learn more about the current situation, but certain that they were abducted by the Science Club, the Student Council launches an attack to rescue them.

The Big Showdown

49 - The Big Showdown

Air Date: December 11, 2014

The intense showdown for the presidency gets underway; Momo decides that she won't let Fuka drag her down.

Looking Back Part 10

50 - Looking Back Part 10

Air Date: December 26, 2014

A summary of episodes 46 to 49

Breakdown of Trust

51 - Breakdown of Trust

Air Date: December 15, 2014

Ryoko and Ayeka confront the Student Council while the rest of the gang help the Science Club look for the treasure they are seeking.

Demons Descend

52 - Demons Descend

Air Date: December 16, 2014

Upon finding the treasure, Tenchi discovers that not only it, but Momo and Beni as well are somehow connected to his mission

Showdown in the Ruins

53 - Showdown in the Ruins

Air Date: December 29, 2014

As Tenchi and the others regroup with the Student Council, the Science Club finds a new mission. Ms. Kurihara intercepts a telling communication.

Bombarded

54 - Bombarded

Air Date: December 18, 2014

Galactic forces have their eye on what's happening on Earth. As for the Student Council and the Science Club, all's fair in love and elections.

Karmic Encounter

55 - Karmic Encounter

Air Date: December 19, 2014

Momo faces the hardest decision of her life, while Washu squares off with old adversaries in a battle of wits.

Adrift

56 - Adrift

Air Date: December 22, 2014

Ethics go out the window as the Science Club campaign makes the most of its guile and technology.

Asunder

57 - Asunder

Air Date: December 23, 2014

Tenchi continues to chase after shadows, while Washu and her very reluctant adversaries strive for a deal.

Over and Over

58 - Over and Over

Air Date: December 24, 2014

Even in the face of disastrous consequences, Momo refuses to run or hide. In a rooftop heart-to-heart, she tells Tenchi what drives her.

One and Only

59 - One and Only

Air Date: December 25, 2014

Tenchi's dimensional dance winds down and the path to fixing what's been broken is clear, but it demands one brave sacrifice.

Once in a Lifetime

60 - Once in a Lifetime

Air Date: December 26, 2014

For Tenchi and his friends, even the students of Junai, some things never really change, even when everything does.