Modern-day Japan sees a similar struggle to that of Romance of the Three Kingdoms, between different rival schools with the three strongest being; Kyosho Academy led by Sousou Moutoku, Nanyo Academy by Sonsaku Hakufu and Ryuubi Gentoku from Seito High School. Together these three toushi, each with their own magatama, fight for the honour of becoming Ikki Tousen and fulfilling their fated destiny through battle and conquest.
Episode 1
The Movements of a Newborn Dragon's Spirit
Feb 26, 2007
Ryomou stealthily pursues the Dragon Jade while the dragon hidden within Sousou begins to stir.
Episode 2
Awakening of the Devil King
Mar 5, 2007
Kakuka's scheming causes Sousou's dragon to awaken; Ryomou visits Seito High School.
Episode 3
Dripping Blood, Shedding Tears
Mar 12, 2007
The awakening of Ryuubi's dragon forces Ryomou to flee; Sonsaku and the Nanyou gang at last make their first appearance.
Episode 4
Chance Meeting Between Two Dragons
Mar 19, 2007
The looming threat of Kyoshou lures Nanyou into the plot. During a visit to Seito to search for answers, an assassin is sent to face Ryomou.
Episode 5
Cruel Toushi
Mar 26, 2007
Ryomou's battle comes to an unforeseen end; Sousou loses more of himself to his ancient namesake.
Episode 6
An Encounter with the Crouching Dragon
Apr 2, 2007
Kan'u leaves Seito to judge famed strategist Koumei Shokatsuryou's worthiness, yet she is unknowingly followed by two familiar faces.
Episode 7
Kanu's Surrender
Apr 9, 2007
Influenced by the desires of his ancient incarnation, Sousou goes to great lengths to have Kan'u at his side once again.
Episode 8
A Minor Leader's Glorious Defeat
Apr 16, 2007
Sonsaku journeys to Kyoshou alone to seek justice for Kakouen's rampage, but a surprising opponent is waiting there.
Episode 9
Shattered Friendship
Apr 23, 2007
Sonsaku is gone; an old comrade returns; and Kakouton pays a heavy price for following his principles.
Episode 10
Koukin's Vissitude
Apr 30, 2007
Koukin is still devastated by a loss and wanders without purpose, until a chance encounter with Seito's Kan'u reestablishes his resolve.
Episode 11
The War of Toushi
May 7, 2007
Koumei Shokatsuryou's master plan comes to fruition, with Nanyou and Seito once again forming an alliance against Kyoshou and replaying the events of the Battle of Red Cliffs 1800 years later.
Episode 12
Chibi Ablaze!
May 14, 2007
The final battle commences, as three dragons fight for survival and domination as they did thousands of years ago.