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Flame of Recca

Flame of Recca
★ 7.0/10•1997•24m•15•Action & Adventure•Animation•Sci-Fi & Fantasy
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Recca was an average ordinary boy, who happened to like ninjas. One day as an dark and mysterious women enters his life, Recca finds that he has some extraordinary powers. Now he must use these powers to protect his friends and himself from a long lost brother, who holds a hatred against him.

Nobuyuki Anzai · Writer

StatusEnded
Runtime24m
LanguageJA
First Air DateJul 19, 1997

Episodes

Episode 1 - The Princess and the Ninja: Awakening of the Power!!E124m

The Princess and the Ninja: Awakening of the Power!!

Recca Hanabishi is the son of a fireworks maker, and a ninja. Or at least, he thinks he is! Since he was young, he's always felt a deep connection to those shadowy warriors from the past. But when the past comes calling, Recca's in for a fiery awakening.

Jul 19, 1997

Episode 2 - Wind and Fire: A Dangerous Seduction!!E224m

Wind and Fire: A Dangerous Seduction!!

Recca declares that he's Yanagi's personal ninja in front of the entire school, which causes all kinds of rumors. Fuko, Recca's rival, decides to see whether there's any truth to the claims.

Aug 2, 1997

Episode 3 - The Water Swordsman: The Fang of Revenge!!E324m

The Water Swordsman: The Fang of Revenge!!

Kage Hoshi reveals some disturbing information after Domon and Recca save Fuko from herself. Overhearing all of this, the next day Tokiya, an older classmate, challenges Recca to a fight.

Aug 9, 1997

Episode 4 - Labyrinth of Mirrors: The Flame of Death!!E424m

Labyrinth of Mirrors: The Flame of Death!!

Domon, Yanagi, and Fuko try to help Recca out of his depression over his loss to Tokiya. But a trip to an amusement park turns deadly when Tokiya challenges Recca once more.

Aug 16, 1997

Episode 5 - The Shadow Ninja Clan: The Mystery of the Hokage!!E524m

The Shadow Ninja Clan: The Mystery of the Hokage!!

Recca finds a kindred spirit in the new history teacher, who knows all about the ninja of the past. The visit to the teacher's home, however, goes wrong when enemies show up to kidnap Yanagi.

Aug 20, 1997

Episode 6 - Fearful Fire Sorcerer, Kurei!!E624m

Fearful Fire Sorcerer, Kurei!!

In order to unlock the secret of immortality for his father, Kurei has kidnapped Yanagi. Recca sets off to rescue her, with Domon and Fuko joining him to settle their own scores.

Sep 13, 1997

Episode 7 - Stone Guardian: The Game of Death!!E724m

Stone Guardian: The Game of Death!!

Rescuing Yanagi will be easier said than done. Kurei's mansion is filled with deadly tricks and traps, not to mention enemy madogu users.

Sep 27, 1997

Episode 8 - The Room of Dolls: Fuko's Desperate Struggle!!E824m

The Room of Dolls: Fuko's Desperate Struggle!!

Fuko, Domon, and Recca face off against the Kata Kugutsu madoku user, who can control dolls. But even if they succeed, Kurei has plenty more in store.

Sep 27, 1997

Episode 9 - Demon Domon: His Unknown Power!!E924m

Demon Domon: His Unknown Power!!

Following the fight against a master of dolls, the group is confronted by a mountain of a man, who takes the descriptor literally.

Oct 4, 1997

Episode 10 - Clash of Flames: The Two Hokage!!E1024m

Clash of Flames: The Two Hokage!!

Tokiya lends a hand to Recca, allowing him to continue on to Yanagi. But then Kurei shows up, and reveals some startling truths about Recca's past.

Oct 11, 1997

Episode 11 - The Five Fangs of Kogonank!!E1124m

The Five Fangs of Kogonank!!

Tokiya fights Koganei while Recca and the others are trapped in the demented Mokuren's lair. Upon hearing Yanagi's screams, Recca loses his cool.

Oct 18, 1997

Episode 12 - Kurenai the Flame: The Angel of Death!!E1224m

Kurenai the Flame: The Angel of Death!!

Recca and the others face off against Kurei, who reveals the true nature of Hokage fire. It seems impossible to overcome, but Kage Hoshi has one last gambit in mind.

Oct 25, 1997

Episode 13 - The Ultimate Fire: The Legendary Dragon!!E1324m

The Ultimate Fire: The Legendary Dragon!!

With his gauntlet off, the form of Recca's fire reveals itself. Making a deal with a dragon, Recca turns the heat up on Kurei.

Nov 1, 1997

Episode 14 - The Past Revived: The 400-Year-Old Truth!!E1424m

The Past Revived: The 400-Year-Old Truth!!

Gathering at a secret mansion, Kage Hoshi, or rather Kagero, keeps her promise to reveal everything to Recca. She tells the story of his birth, long, long ago.

Nov 15, 1997

Episode 15 - The Curse of Time: Mother and Son!!E1524m

The Curse of Time: Mother and Son!!

Unsettled by the truth of his birth, Recca turns his anger upon three would-be ninja assassins.

Nov 22, 1997

Episode 16 - Ready to Fight! Recca's Challenge!!E1624m

Ready to Fight! Recca's Challenge!!

Determined to grow stronger for their inevitable showdown with Kurei, Recca attempts to master the eight dragons, while Fuko and Domon train with new madogu.

Nov 29, 1997

Episode 17 - Underground Death Tournament! The Hokage Arrives!!E1724m

Underground Death Tournament! The Hokage Arrives!!

Recca and the others are invited to the Underground Death Tournament, and are given no choice but to accept.

Dec 6, 1997

Episode 18 - Sword of Blood! Tokiya in the Ring!!E1824m

Sword of Blood! Tokiya in the Ring!!

The tournament begins, with Recca's Team Hokage up against the "bandit killers" in Team Kuu. The first match: the staff wielding Daikoku versus Tokiya!

Dec 13, 1997

Episode 19 - The Iron Fist Fails! Domon's Trump Card!!E1924m

The Iron Fist Fails! Domon's Trump Card!!

With the conclusion of Tokiya's fight, it's time for Domon to step into the ring! But his opponent Minamio has flexibility on his side, literally.

Dec 20, 1997

Episode 20 - Explosion! The Secret of a Maiden's Flower!!E2024m

Explosion! The Secret of a Maiden's Flower!!

None of the Team Kuu members have been pushovers, but none have been quite so vile and perverted as Fuko's opponent, Fujimaru! Can Fuko keep her cool, and her shirt?

Jan 10, 1998

Episode 21 - The Paper Dance: Coming to Life!!E2124m

The Paper Dance: Coming to Life!!

At last, it's Recca's turn to fight. But his opponent Saicho declares he'll beat Recca in just 10 minutes. What can a guy who controls paper do against fire?

Jan 17, 1998

Episode 22 - The Other Face: Transformation of the Saint!!E2224m

The Other Face: Transformation of the Saint!!

Unable to accept his team's "easy" win, Recca challenges the leader of Team Kuu, Kukai, to a final showdown to determine everything. But Kukai's not the saint he's described as.

Jan 24, 1998

Episode 23 - The Life-Staking Test!!E2324m

The Life-Staking Test!!

Kukai's rampage is unstoppable, and to top it off, he claims he'll kill Yanagi as well as Recca! But there's something more to this fight, and Recca just might figure it out.

Jan 31, 1998

Episode 24 - Beastly Roar: The Warrior from Hell!!E2424m

Beastly Roar: The Warrior from Hell!!

The next round of the tournament is upon Team Hokage, but Domon and Fuko have fallen into Kurei's trap! Rather than lose by default, a certain someone shows up to save the day.

Feb 7, 1998

Episode 25 - Impact! A Decisive Flash of Lightning!!E2524m

Impact! A Decisive Flash of Lightning!!

Now a member of Team Hokage, Koganei faces down Shiju, the chimera. But even after winning, Domon and Fuko are still missing. Koganei will need to fight again, and this time the opponent is someone he knows.

Feb 14, 1998

Episode 26 - Mokuren Resurrected: The Ire of the Human-Faced Tree!!E2624m

Mokuren Resurrected: The Ire of the Human-Faced Tree!!

Mokuren swallows Koganei, earning Team Hokage a loss. Rather than worrying about winning against the reborn serial killer, Tokiya steps into the ring to save Koganei.

Feb 21, 1998

Episode 27 - A Reason for Tears: The Young Girl with the Tangled Hair!!E2724m

A Reason for Tears: The Young Girl with the Tangled Hair!!

Recca faces off against Meno, who looks to be nothing more than an innocent schoolgirl. But the vile Genjiro wouldn't leave anyone with their innocence.

Feb 28, 1998

Episode 28 - Scorching Glance!! Setsuna's Incineration!!E2824m

Scorching Glance!! Setsuna's Incineration!!

The final battle of round two has Recca pitted against the leader of Team Uruha Illusion, Genjiro. But Genjiro was never worried about losing... and he's got his own ideas for what to do with Recca!

Mar 7, 1998

Episode 29 - Dangerous Lips: The Terror of the Kotodama!!E2924m

Dangerous Lips: The Terror of the Kotodama!!

Round three of the tournament, and Team Hokage faces off against Team Uruha Sound. Domon's up first, but when his opponent starts stripping in the ring, something's definitely not right.

Mar 14, 1998

Episode 30 - Seduction of the Beauties: Double-Play of Death!!E3024m

Seduction of the Beauties: Double-Play of Death!!

In a twist, Neon and Miki challenge Tokiya and Recca to a doubles match. But will the two be able to work past their differences to win, or will Neon sing their swan song?

Mar 21, 1998

Episode 31 - Cursed Fire! Kurenai's Past!!E3124m

Cursed Fire! Kurenai's Past!!

Neon unleashes her requiem, a powerful effect that could kill everyone in the stadium! But why is she willing to go so far for Kurei's sake?

Mar 28, 1998

Episode 32 - Invisible Foe! The Battle Against Fear!!E3224m

Invisible Foe! The Battle Against Fear!!

With their next opponents too injured to fight, Team Hokage automatically advances to the semi-finals. But Uruha Ma is filled with strange and deadly opponents... and Koganei's got to fight first!

Apr 17, 1998

Episode 33 - Two Fire Dragons! A Stolen Technique!!E3324m

Two Fire Dragons! A Stolen Technique!!

In the second round, it's Recca versus "the Magician" Kashamaru, who specializes in copying techniques he's seen before. Good thing Recca's still got some tricks up his sleeve!

Apr 24, 1998

Episode 34 - Fuko Fights! A Thin Skin Covered with Wounds!!E3424m

Fuko Fights! A Thin Skin Covered with Wounds!!

Fuko faces off against the heavily armed and armored Gashakura. It's a fight that pits force against intelligence... and they're going to have to go all out to see which one will win!

May 1, 1998

Episode 35 - A Girl's Prayer: The Awakening of the Fujin!!E3524m

A Girl's Prayer: The Awakening of the Fujin!!

With both Fuko and Gashakura at their limits, they put everything on the line. Fuko gains a little help from the Fujin.

May 8, 1998

Episode 36 - Fire Dragon Combo: The Opponent Beyond the Ring!!E3624m

Fire Dragon Combo: The Opponent Beyond the Ring!!

In the final bout of the semi-finals, it's the mysterious Magensha versus Domon! But there's also another Magensha hunting down Yanagi. Which is which? And where did Fuko go?

May 15, 1998

Episode 37 - Escape from the Majigen: Battle in the Evil Dimension!!E3724m

Escape from the Majigen: Battle in the Evil Dimension!!

Domon's fight against Magensha continues, but it's only when Fuko reappears that the real fight begins! Domon's Ring of Saturn shines brightly.

May 22, 1998

Episode 38 - Terror! The Revived Body of the Dead!!E3824m

Terror! The Revived Body of the Dead!!

A mysterious old man speaks with Team Hokage, imparting sage advice. The next day, a Kurei-less Uruha Crimson shows up to fight Team Hokage... and the first match is the Killer Machine Noroi versus Domon!

May 29, 1998

Episode 39 - Tokiya's Death Match! The Do-or-Die Ice-Crest Sword!!E3924m

Tokiya's Death Match! The Do-or-Die Ice-Crest Sword!!

The swordsman Kai steps into the ring, and Tokiya recognizes the blade he wields. Fighting one another, Tokiya learns the truth behind his sister's death. Meanwhile, Recca confronts his dragons.

Jun 12, 1998

Episode 40 - Evil Trap! The Angry Fujin!!E4024m

Evil Trap! The Angry Fujin!!

Mikoto from Uruha Kurenai has a creepy appearance, but what's truly frightening is her underhanded tactics! Fuko's got her work cut out for her, and Recca's trials against his dragons only get hotter.

Jun 19, 1998

Episode 41 - Second Reckoning! Recca and Kurei!!E4124m

Second Reckoning! Recca and Kurei!!

The puzzling Joker forfeits his match with Koganei, leaving only one fight left... against Kurei! In a twist, Kurei takes on all of Team Hokage, but will Recca show up in time?

Jul 3, 1998

Episode 42 - Battle of Death! Until Life Is Burned Out!!E4224m

Battle of Death! Until Life Is Burned Out!!

It's the final show down between Kurei and Recca. Flame versus flame, dragon versus phoenix. But Koran Mori still desires immortality, and nothing will stop him from obtaining it!

Jul 10, 1998

Actors

Kousuke Okano

Kousuke Okano

Hanabishi Rekka

Yuki Masuda

Yuki Masuda

Sakoshita Yanagi

Akiko Hiramatsu

Akiko Hiramatsu

Kirisawa Fuuko

Hikaru Midorikawa

Hikaru Midorikawa

Mikagami Tokiya

Nobuo Tobita

Nobuo Tobita

Ishijima Domon

Motoko Kumai

Motoko Kumai

Koganui Kaoru

Ryotaro Okiayu

Ryotaro Okiayu

Kurei

Kotono Mitsuishi

Kotono Mitsuishi

Kagerou / Kagehoushi

Koichi Tochika

Koichi Tochika

Raiha

Kaya Matsutani

Kaya Matsutani

Neon

Kiyomi Asai

Kiyomi Asai

Morikawa Ganko

Daiki Nakamura

Daiki Nakamura

Nagai Mokuren

Rokuro Naya

Rokuro Naya

Mori Kouran

Miki Takahashi

Miki Takahashi

Mikagami Mifuyu

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