Tales of the Abyss (2008)
Luke fon Fabre, the spoiled son of a noble from the kingdom of Kimlasca-Lavaldear, has been confined inside his father's mansion ever since he was kidnapped seven years ago by a rival country, the Malkuth Empire. Now Luke's memory of the life he led before is missing, and a strange voice, which only he can hear, has been calling out to him ever since. One day while training with his mentor, Van Grants, a strange woman called Tear breaks into the mansion with the sole intent of taking Van's life. During the struggle Luke is transported far from home, along with Tear, and now that Luke has finally gained the freedom he's been dreaming of, what awaits him in the outside world will shatter everything he's ever known about himself.
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Episode 1 - World of the Scores
Release Date: 2008-10-03Pampered prince Luke fon Fabre is bored! After being kidnapped seven years ago his father has confined him to his palace. But after a mysterious woman appears and attacks his master, Luke is blown away from his home!
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Episode 2 - Forest of the Scared Beast
Release Date: 2008-10-05Luke and Tear realize they’re on the wrong track home after discovering they’re in the Malkuth Empire! To make matters more complicated, they run into the supposedly missing Fon Master Ion. What other surprises await them?
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Episode 3 - Oracle Knights Assault
Release Date: 2008-10-12Luke and Tear are taken into custody by Jade and asked to help them out—which could help them get home. But when they’re suddenly attacked, things take a dark turn and Luke finds himself with blood on his hands.
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Episode 4 - The Hidden Truth
Release Date: 2008-10-19After reuniting with Anise and Van, they’re nearly back home. But they’re stopped once more and wind up in the place Luke was found seven years ago after his kidnapping only for him to be captured once more!
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Episode 5 - Chosen Hero
Release Date: 2008-10-26On the ship home, they’re attacked by another Oracle Knight and afterward Luke’s body is suddenly taken over! Van finally reveals the truth behind his confinement and the power he holds.
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Episode 6 - Desert Rain
Release Date: 2008-11-02Luke and his group get ready to head out on a mission of goodwill, but find out Ion has gone missing! Now with their plan complicated, they head underground to make their way to the mining town. But what dangers lie in wait?
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Episode 7 - Isolation
Release Date: 2008-11-09At the Zao Ruins the group faces Asch’s forces. But before they can get answers, the ruins begin to crumble and they get away. With Ion safe, they continue their journey to meet up with Van but Luke’s words cause strife.
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Episode 8 - Collapse
Release Date: 2008-11-16The group arrives to the mining town and before they can begin investigating, Tear is taken away for her own mission. Going deeper into the mines, Luke finds Van and readies to use his power. But has he been led astray?
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Episode 9 - The Usurped One
Release Date: 2008-11-23Luke learns the truth of his existence and isn’t taking it well. Meanwhile, the others try to find a way back to the Outer Lands but Tear decides to stay. Through Asch’s eyes, Luke learns more about his creation.
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Episode 10 - Return of Atonement
Release Date: 2008-11-30Tear and Luke learn about the Closed Score and what has been prophesied. They return to the Outer Lands and meet up with Guy. But when Jade appears with troubling news, they must act quickly to save Ion and Natalia.
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Episode 11 - City of Falling Snow
Release Date: 2008-12-07When the Tartarus needs repair, the group docks at Jade’s hometown and learn a little bit about the Colonel and Dist. But after speaking with Jade’s sister, Luke learns more about the one called The Necromancer.
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Episode 12 - Water Metropolis
Release Date: 2008-12-14While waiting to get into the Malkuth capital the group is attacked. Guy’s curse slot activates and Luke learns something troubling about his best friend. But there’s little time to settle when talk of war begins to stir.
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Episode 13 - Outbreak of War
Release Date: 2008-12-20After rescuing the last few citizens of St. Binah, the group stumbles upon the first signs of war as two armies begin to fight. While trying to demand a ceasefire, Mohs appears with claims that could change everything!
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Episode 14 - Sealed Past
Release Date: 2008-12-28The group makes their way to Belkend to see if there’s a way to stop the Outer Lands from deteriorating. There, Guy meets with Van and breaks their pledge. But does that mean the group can trust Guy or is he a spy?
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Episode 15 - Each and Every Resolve
Release Date: 2009-01-09To save the Outer Lands, the group seek to bring peace between the two warring countries. But as documents are signed, the truth about Hod’s destruction comes to light.
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Episode 16 - Core Penetration Operation
Release Date: 2009-01-16Before they can set out, Van and his knights attack! He reveals his plan to create a replica of the world to escape the fate of the Score. With little time, Luke and the others must make their way to the core before him!
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Episode 17 - Overture to Ruin
Release Date: 2009-01-23Despite Tear’s condition, they decide to continue with their mission. With each Sephiroth she takes in more miasma. Will she be able to hold out until the end? Then, a match with Van points them in their next direction!
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Episode 18 - Absorption Gate
Release Date: 2009-01-30The group makes their way to the Absorption Gate to see what can be done about the memory particles. But what awaits them in the depths?
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Episode 19 - Final Score
Release Date: 2009-02-06Curious about what Asch is after, Luke and Tear set out. Reuniting with their friends, they learn that Dist has escaped and with him, Mohs. Before they can investigate further rumors, they’re betrayed by an ally!
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Episode 20 - Forest Grave Markers
Release Date: 2009-02-13The group finds Asch and learns that Van is still alive. Now that he’s absorbed Lorelei, what does it mean for the future of the Outer Land? Then, an encounter with Dist leaves them facing a newly empowered Mohs.
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Episode 21 - Ancient Tower
Release Date: 2009-02-20Luke pushes Asch to reunite with his parents only to upset him further. Then, as the threat of miasma returns, the group seeks a way to stop it. But their options look dire.
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Episode 22 - The One Who Vanishes
Release Date: 2009-02-27The group goes after Asch in the Tower of Rem but before they can talk to him, Dist attacks! After the battle, they seek a solution that won’t risk the replicas, but the only other choice could mean Luke’s biggest sacrifice.
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Episode 23 - Sorrowful Parting
Release Date: 2009-03-06Natalia learns about her real father and must decide if she wants to continue fighting. But with everything resting on their ability to stop the Planet Storm, they must all push forward.
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Episode 24 - Land of Glory
Release Date: 2009-03-13The group plans to make their way to Eldrant with help from the Malkuth army. While preparations are made, they take a trip to Daath where they run into Asch who pushes Luke to prove himself.
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Episode 25 - Venture It All
Release Date: 2009-03-20After landing on Eldrant, the group makes their way to catch up to Asch. When reunited, the two are suddenly transported away. While the others face the God-Generals, Luke and Asch face their own problems.
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Episode 26 - A New World
Release Date: 2009-03-27The time to face Van has finally come. To save the world and everything he has grown to love, can Luke slay the man who he once believed cared for him? And what will become of their world?