Tales of the Abyss Season 1, Episode 17: Overture to Ruin

1

World of the Scores

Pampered 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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2

Forest of the Scared Beast

Luke 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?

25 min

3

Oracle Knights Assault

Luke 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.

25 min

4

The Hidden Truth

After 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!

25 min

5

Chosen Hero

On 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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6

Desert Rain

Luke 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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7

Isolation

At 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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8

Collapse

The 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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9

The Usurped One

Luke 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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10

Return of Atonement

Tear 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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11

City of Falling Snow

When 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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12

Water Metropolis

While 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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13

Outbreak of War

After 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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14

Sealed Past

The 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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15

Each and Every Resolve

To 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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16

Core Penetration Operation

Before 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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17

Overture to Ruin

Despite 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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18

Absorption Gate

The 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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19

Final Score

Curious 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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20

Forest Grave Markers

The 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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21

Ancient Tower

Luke 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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22

The One Who Vanishes

The 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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23

Sorrowful Parting

Natalia 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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24

Land of Glory

The 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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25

Venture It All

After 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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26

A New World

The 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?

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