.hack — .hack//Legend of the Twilight
12 episodesFirst aired 9 January 2003
Rena and her twin brother Shugo enter The World, a massive online RPG. Playing as limited edition characters based on Kite and Black Rose, the siblings encounter powerful monsters capable of sending players into real-world comas. To save themselves—and The World—Shugo and Rena must unlock the secrets of the mysterious twilight bracelet before it’s too late!
E1The Legendary Hero
Jan 200324m
After winning a contest, twins Shugo and Rena enter The World as legendary hacker characters. Shugo is defeated by an unexpectedly powerful monster, which leads to his resurrection by a mysterious woman.
E2Kite’s Bracelet
Jan 200324m
Balmung decides to throw an event to make cherry blossom trees bloom, which Shugo, Rena, and their new sidekick Mireille decide to attend. After a monster appears, Shugo must rely on a furry friend for help in battle.
E3The Phoenix Feather
Jan 200324m
Shugo levels up by letting the members in his party do all the work. Next, he helps another player whose sick grunty can only be cured with an item located in a dangerous part of The World.
E4Tanabata Night
Jan 200324m
Sanjuro begins to train Shugo, and Rena is selected as the damsel in distress in an event that can make wishes come true.
E5Mansion of Terror
Feb 200324m
Rena falls into a trap that was intended for Shugo. Her disappearance leaves the group wondering where she’s gone.
E6Trap of the Hot Steaming Water
Feb 200324m
The search for Rena begins. A mysterious message leads the search party to a dangerous location. The party is caught off guard by heartbreaking news.
E7Twilight Moon
Feb 200324m
Rena remains in a comatose state and is unable to log out of The World. Balmung reveals that several other users have been affected in a similar way.
E8The Solitary Knight
Feb 200324m
Balmung has his role as an administrator taken away, and Rena attempts to contact Shugo with the help of Aura.
E9Footsteps of Collapse
Mar 200324m
Shugo uses a new ability to try and reach Rena. The two are almost united, but a rogue AI complicates the situation.
E10Capital of Illusion
Mar 200324m
Shugo continues his training with the group, and their teamwork is tested by the appearance of a new monster.
E11The End of the World
Mar 200324m
After fending off a dangerous wave of attacks, the group learns of Aura’s plan to maintain the balance of The World through the use of unconventional methods.
E12The Legend Begins
Mar 200324m
A virus prevents the party from achieving victory in battle. With data drain left as the only option, Shugo must use his abilities like never before to save Rena.