Magic Knight Rayearth

Released: 1994-10-17

Runtime: 25 minutes

Episode Overview

Durning a field trip at the Tokyo Tower, three girls from three different schools, are transported to a medieval like land named Cephiro. The girls introduces themselves, Hikaru, Umi and Fuu, who are all in the 8th grade, reguardless how they look. They are greeted by a wizard named Clef. Clef explains that their high ruler, Princess Emeraude was imprisoned by one of her guards name Zagat, high above the skies of Cephiro. He then explains that Princess Emeraude made it clear about the Legendary Magic Knights, who are destined to save their world.

Series Overview

Three young girls, Hikaru, Umi, and Fuu, are transported to a magical world called Cephiro during a field trip to Tokyo Tower. They are soon greeted by Master Mage Clef, who explains to them that they have been summoned to become the Legendary Magic Knights and save Cephiro. The girls are less than enthusiastic about this idea, and only want to return home. Clef further explains that they must seek out the three Rune Gods to help them fight. He bestows armor and magical powers to each of them. They learn from Clef that High Priest Zagato has kidnapped the Pillar of Cephiro, Princess Emeraude. The Pillar of Cephiro has the sole responsibility of keeping Cephiro alive and in balance with her prayers. Without Princess Emeraude, Cephiro would fall into ruin. Hikaru, Umi, and Fuu must fight off Zagato's henchman and find the Rune Gods if they ever want to get back home. They soon learn that friendship and loyalty are the only things they can rely on in the crumbling Cephiro.