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Tokyo Ghoul

Tokyo Ghoul √A

January 9, 2015 12 episodes

The ghouls from Anteiku invaded Aogiri’s hideout in order to rescue Ken Kaneki, who was being tortured. Provoked beyond his limits, Kaneki unleashed a greater power and managed to defeat Yamori. Determined to become stronger, he decided to join Aogiri and leave Anteiku behind. Meanwhile, ghoul investigators also began making their moves, gathering information about the Eyepatch Ghoul — Ken Kaneki.

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New Surge
E1
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E1. New Surge

24m Jan 9, 2015

Having defeated Jason and accepted his ghoul half, Kaneki joins Aogiri Tree to protect those close to him in Anteiku.

Dancing Flowers
E2
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E2. Dancing Flowers

24m Jan 16, 2015

Now with Kaneki at their ranks, the Aogiri Tree takes the offensive against the CCG, and Amon is introduced to Mado's daughter Akira, who is assigned to become his new partner.

Hangman
E3
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E3. Hangman

24m Jan 23, 2015

Kaneki and Ayato rescue Naki, one of Jason's old cohorts from CCG custody, and prepare to storm the maximum security prison for Ghouls known as "Cochlea". Meanwhile, Tōka pays a visit to the university were Kaneki used to attend, where she has an encounter with Hideyoshi.

Deeper Layers
E4
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E4. Deeper Layers

24m Jan 30, 2015

Aogiri commences their invasion of Cochlea and free a majority of the imprisoned ghouls while Amon and Akira visit the prison to learn more about Aogiri's plan from Donato Porpora. Amid the battles between the CCG, Cochlea security and ghouls, Kaneki meets a ghoul named Orca with orders to break him free, but is attacked by him instead.

Rift
E5
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E5. Rift

24m Feb 6, 2015

The battle at Cochlea intensifies on several fronts and when Ayato is to be almost killed, he is rescued in the nick of time by Kaneki, who undergoes a bizarre transformation after consuming the bodies of several dead Ghouls to empower himself.

Thousand Paths
E6
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E6. Thousand Paths

24m Feb 13, 2015

The appearance of the "One-Eyed-Ghoul", considered the most dangerous of them all, leaves the CCG in a state of alert while Kaneki writhes in pain due to his new condition.

Permeation
E7
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E7. Permeation

24m Feb 20, 2015

Worried about Kaneki's disappearance, Hinami wants to do something for him, but is uncertain about it, until Kaneki appears at Anteiku and she calls for Touka to see him again.

Old Nines
E8
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E8. Old Nines

24m Feb 27, 2015

During Kaneki's visit with Yoshimura, he asks for information about the Owl, and is told the tragic tale of a young ghoul named Kuzen. Touka makes plans to move out of Anteiku. A snowy day brings with it brisk business at the coffee shop.

City in Waiting
E9
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E9. City in Waiting

24m Mar 6, 2015

Yoshitoki is granted permission to execute the operation to eradicate the Owl. The many CCG officers involved in the mission take time beforehand to write any last words they might have, as the 20th Ward is cordoned off and its civilians evacuated.

Last Rain
E10
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E10. Last Rain

24m Mar 13, 2015

The battle between CCG and Anteiku continues, and Koma, Irimi, and Yoshimura each engage the special investigators. When a civilian gets caught in the middle, Hachikawa continues to press his attack unabated. Shinohara receives some unexpected advice.

Deluge of Flowers
E11
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E11. Deluge of Flowers

24m Mar 20, 2015

Suzuya is left to face the newly-arrived one-eyed Owl on his own. Aogiri Tree joins the battle against CCG, who find themselves overwhelmed by the sheer number of opponents. Meanwhile, Kaneki confronts Amon, who stands in his way to Anteiku.

Ken
E12
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E12. Ken

24m Mar 27, 2015

After waking up in Anteiku, he hears someone mention that "making coffee is difficult." When the person comes out, it is revealed to be Hide. By the time that Kaneki realises that he has his ghoul eye activated, Hide tells him "I Knew."

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