GateOn August 20XX, a gate suddenly appears in Tokyo's Ginza district, unleashing a portal where monsters, medieval knights and other fantasy beings come from another world and wreak havoc on Tokyo. The Japanese Defense Force take action against these monsters and push them back into the "Gate". Third Reconnaissance Team is dispatched to the "Special Region" lead by officer (and otaku) Youji Itami. On their travels, they are joined by a beautiful elf girl who is a survivor from the dragon's rampage and guide the group across the dangerous new world.
WritersTakumi Yanai, Tatsuhiko Urahata
The Self-Defense Force Goes to Another World
Jul 4, 2015
A mysterious โgateโ appears in Tokyo releasing mythical creatures that wreak havoc. Itami, who is part of a special JSDF unit, helps with evacuations.
Two Military Forces
Jul 11, 2015
In the โSpecial Region,โ JSDF is able to push back the enemy army. Itami joins a recon team aimed at forming a friendly relationship with the locals.
Fire Dragon
Jul 18, 2015
Itami's 3rd Recon Unit saves an elf from a village attacked by the Fire Dragon. The villagers of Coda decide to flee to safety
To Unknown Lands
Jul 25, 2015
The 3rd Recon Unit returns to base with the refugees. Tuka, Lelei and Rory use this time to learn more about each other and strengthen their bond.
The Battle of Italica
Aug 1, 2015
The 3rd Recon Unit meets Imperial Princess Piรฑa. Itami decides to protect Italica after hearing that Allied soldiers-turned-bandits have attacked.
Ride of the Valkyries
Aug 8, 2015
The 3rd Recon Unit battles the bandits in Italica. The battle changes course when air support arrives. Piรฑa is stunned by the JSDFโs military might.
The Princess's Decision
Aug 15, 2015
While returning from Italica, Itami is captured by the Empireโs Rose Knights. Concerned about JSDFโs response, Piรฑa makes a proposition.
Japan, Beyond the Gate
Aug 22, 2015
Piรฑa, Itami and the others visit different government offices for negotiations. Piรฑa is awestruck by the impressive skyscrapers and people of Tokyo.
The Hakone Mountain Night Battle
Aug 29, 2015
Itami hides Tuka and the others in his ex-wifeโs apartment. As Piรฑa and Bozes go to the library, Itami meets his old friend, the Minister of Defense.
Despair and Hope
Sep 5, 2015
When operatives from the U.S., China and Russia approach, Rory uses her unparalleled combat abilities to join in the three-way fight.
Visitor
Sep 12, 2015
Five months since the war began, the local refugee camp near the Alnus base has become a town. Piรฑa begins peace negotiations with key Empire nobles.
What Would Itami Do?
Sep 19, 2015
A Dark Elf named Yao asks the JSDF to help drive the Fire Dragon from her hometown. She is mistakenly arrested until Lelei volunteers to interpret.
The Banquet Begins
Jan 9, 2016
Piรฑa holds a party to advance peace negotiations. Seeing the JSDFโs power, the senators choose peace. Just then, the pro-war Prince Zorzal arrives.
The Imperial Capital Quake
Jan 16, 2016
After an earthquake strikes the Imperial Capital, Piรฑa brings Itami and the others to meet Emperor Molt. However, they are joined by Prince Zorzal.
Tuka Luna Marceau
Jan 23, 2016
Itami rejects a mission from Yanagida to exterminate the Fire Dragon. Yao tells Tuka that the dragon killed her father, but she refuses to accept it.
The Fire Dragon, Once More
Jan 30, 2016
Itami heads to Elbe with Tuka, Lelei and Yao to destroy the Fire Dragon. When General Hazama learns of this mission, he prepares battle support.
Decisive Battle
Feb 6, 2016
Heavily armed, Itami and the others head to the Fire Dragonโs nest in the Tuba Mountains. Rory sees the dragon in the distance as they set explosives.
The Magic City of Rondel
Feb 13, 2016
Itami and the others finally defeat the Fire Dragon and save Tuka from her trauma. After being punished, Itami receives new orders.
Dangerous Sisters
Feb 20, 2016
Emperor Molt collapses at a ceremony and Prince Zorzal declares that he will lead the Empire. A sage named Mimoza tells Itami the secrets of the Gate.
Lover
Feb 27, 2016
Prince Zorzal suppresses political opposition by arresting anti-war senators. Itami and the others hide after an attempt on Leleiโs life.
Deadline
Mar 5, 2016
A state official visits the Prime Minister to bolster peace. Itami and the others visit Rondel, home of the Magic Academy, for Lelei to take a test.
The Empress in Slave's Clothing
Mar 12, 2016
Zorzalโs Imperial Army and the Rose Knights wage an intense battle. Itami learns of an assassination plot as Leleiโs exam approaches its end.
Paradrop
Mar 19, 2016
The JSDF aims to save the Japanese people and pro-peace nobles. Itami rushes to the Imperial Capital after hearing of Piรฑaโs imprisonment.
Thus They Fought
Mar 26, 2016
Itami and the 3rd Recon Unit head to the Imperial Palace to save Piรฑa and the Emperor. However, Prince Zorzal is waiting for them with a giant Orge.
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From time to time it becomes kind of an advertisement for the japanese military service, some situations a bit too tense & pushed for my taste, some episodes and overall story a bit too sad for me, too many people dying. I didn't like it.
