Original
01/08/2011 - 03/31/2012 Finished
Cardfight!! Vanguard (カードファイト!! ヴァンガード)
Taking the world by storm, the card game Cardfight Vanguard has influenced many to integrate card games into their everyday lives. Players of the popular game are called "cardfighters," and they frequently battle each other in card shops. The game has inspired many people, one of which is the quiet and timid Aichi Sendou who is often ridiculed and bullied by his peers. Whenever he feels down, he takes a glance at Blaster Blade—a legendary rare card given to him when he was young—and gains the motivation to move on with his life. However, one day, school bully Katsumi Morikawa notices Aichi's treasure and snatches the card away from him. After a turn of events, Aichi soon discovers that the card is now in the hands of Toshiki Kai, a cardfighter who has become the strongest in town despite having only recently arrived. To make matters worse, Kai refuses to return the card unless Aichi defeats him in a cardfight. Much to everyone's surprise, Aichi rises up to the occasion. As he musters up his courage and pictures himself winning this decisive battle, Aichi begins to find his way into the adventurous world of Cardfight Vanguard.
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Canon episodes
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Every season
Seasons and sequels
You may wonder, how many seasons does Cardfight!! Vanguard have? Well, currently Cardfight!! Vanguard has a total of 9 official seasons. Below is a complete list of the anime's seasons, arranged chronologically, including prequels, sequels, and canonical spin-offs.
Discover all seasons and episodes of this anime in broadcast order. Each season develops a key part of the story, introducing new characters, story arcs, and important events. Select any season to view detailed information such as the number of episodes, release dates, and a complete plot description.
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Watch order: filler vs canon
You're in luck! Cardfight!! Vanguard doesn't have a single filler episode: all 65 episodes are canon. It's a faithful adaptation of the original manga, so you can enjoy it from first to last without skipping anything or checking any list of expendable episodes.
The 65 episodes of Cardfight!! Vanguard aired in 2011–2012 and follow the story's chronological order. There are no transition episodes, no needless recaps, no arcs invented by the studio: every chapter advances the main plot and develops the characters just as the source material does.
In short, the watch order for Cardfight!! Vanguard is as simple as it gets: start at episode 1 and keep going to episode 65 without detours. If you came looking for which Cardfight!! Vanguard episodes are filler so you could skip them, the answer is that there aren't any.
Episode by episode
Complete guide by season
65 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vanguard of Destiny!!01/08/2011 | 01/08/2011 | Canon |
| 2 | Ride to Victory!01/15/2011 | 01/15/2011 | Canon |
| 3 | Welcome to Card Capital01/22/2011 | 01/22/2011 | Canon |
| 4 | Twin Drive!01/29/2011 | 01/29/2011 | Canon |
| 5 | Whirlwind! Kamui, the Grade-School Fighter!02/05/2011 | 02/05/2011 | Canon |
| 6 | The Mysterious Card Shop02/12/2011 | 02/12/2011 | Canon |
| 7 | The Fearsome Soulblast02/19/2011 | 02/19/2011 | Canon |
| 8 | The King of Knights Enters the Fray!02/26/2011 | 02/26/2011 | Canon |
| 9 | The Shop Tournament Begins03/05/2011 | 03/05/2011 | Canon |
| 10 | Enter the Ninja Fighter!03/12/2011 | 03/12/2011 | Canon |
| 11 | Ninja Master Withdraws03/19/2011 | 03/19/2011 | Canon |
| 12 | Aichi vs. Kamui03/26/2011 | 03/26/2011 | Canon |
| 13 | The End of the Shop Tournament04/02/2011 | 04/02/2011 | Canon |
| 14 | The Fearsome Undead! A Granblue Deck!04/09/2011 | 04/09/2011 | Canon |
| 15 | Suspenseful?! Emi's First Fight04/16/2011 | 04/16/2011 | Canon |
| 16 | Team Q4 Heads for the Regional Tournament!04/30/2011 | 04/30/2011 | Canon |
| 17 | New Allies05/07/2011 | 05/07/2011 | Canon |
| 18 | White-Hot Tournament!05/14/2011 | 05/14/2011 | Canon |
| 19 | Showdown! Nova Grappler05/21/2011 | 05/21/2011 | Canon |
| 20 | The Hidden Message05/28/2011 | 05/28/2011 | Canon |
| 21 | Rematch in the Final Match!!06/04/2011 | 06/04/2011 | Canon |
| 22 | The Holy Dragon Descends06/11/2011 | 06/11/2011 | Canon |
| 23 | Fateful Encounter06/18/2011 | 06/18/2011 | Canon |
| 24 | The Indelible Memory06/25/2011 | 06/25/2011 | Canon |
| 25 | Beyond Memories07/02/2011 | 07/02/2011 | Canon |
| 26 | A Stormy Beginning! The National Championship!07/09/2011 | 07/09/2011 | Canon |
| 27 | Jurassic Army07/16/2011 | 07/16/2011 | Canon |
| 28 | Aggressive Movement! Tachikaze Deck!!07/23/2011 | 07/23/2011 | Canon |
| 29 | When the Moon is Full07/30/2011 | 07/30/2011 | Canon |
| 30 | The Strongest Team, AL4!08/06/2011 | 08/06/2011 | Canon |
| 31 | Beautiful Assassin08/13/2011 | 08/13/2011 | Canon |
| 32 | Demon World General08/20/2011 | 08/20/2011 | Canon |
| 33 | Blaster of Darkness08/27/2011 | 08/27/2011 | Canon |
| 34 | It's Summer! It's Camp! It's Vanguard!09/03/2011 | 09/03/2011 | Canon |
| 35 | Results of the Training Camp09/10/2011 | 09/10/2011 | Canon |
| 36 | The King of Underground Fights09/17/2011 | 09/17/2011 | Canon |
| 37 | The Return of the Ninja Master09/24/2011 | 09/24/2011 | Canon |
| 38 | Miwa's Ability10/01/2011 | 10/01/2011 | Canon |
| 39 | Return to Regionals10/08/2011 | 10/08/2011 | Canon |
| 40 | Dangerous Scent10/15/2011 | 10/15/2011 | Canon |
| 41 | Kyou's Revenge10/22/2011 | 10/22/2011 | Canon |
| 42 | Psyqualia10/29/2011 | 10/29/2011 | Canon |
| 43 | The Black Bellwether11/05/2011 | 11/05/2011 | Canon |
| 44 | Unexpected Visitor11/12/2011 | 11/12/2011 | Canon |
| 45 | Shadow Paladin11/19/2011 | 11/19/2011 | Canon |
| 46 | The Coiling Thread11/26/2011 | 11/26/2011 | Canon |
| 47 | Another Foo Fighter12/03/2011 | 12/03/2011 | Canon |
| 48 | Solitary Fight12/10/2011 | 12/10/2011 | Canon |
| 49 | Kai's Battle12/17/2011 | 12/17/2011 | Canon |
| 50 | At the End of the Battle12/24/2011 | 12/24/2011 | Canon |
| 51 | Golden Glow12/31/2011 | 12/31/2011 | Canon |
| 52 | Songstress of the Sea01/07/2012 | 01/07/2012 | Canon |
| 53 | The Battle Begins! Tournament Finals01/07/2012 | 01/07/2012 | Canon |
| 54 | Gladiator01/14/2012 | 01/14/2012 | Canon |
| 55 | Caesar's Empress01/21/2012 | 01/21/2012 | Canon |
| 56 | The Man They Call "The Emperor"01/28/2012 | 01/28/2012 | Canon |
| 57 | Fateful Showdown02/04/2012 | 02/04/2012 | Canon |
| 58 | Clash! Overlord02/11/2012 | 02/11/2012 | Canon |
| 59 | Fighting for the Top Spot02/18/2012 | 02/18/2012 | Canon |
| 60 | Wall of the General02/25/2012 | 02/25/2012 | Canon |
| 61 | Feelings Towards Foo Fighter03/03/2012 | 03/03/2012 | Canon |
| 62 | Lord of the Fight03/10/2012 | 03/10/2012 | Canon |
| 63 | Two Powers, Side-by-Side03/17/2012 | 03/17/2012 | Canon |
| 64 | The Truth of Psyqualia03/24/2012 | 03/24/2012 | Canon |
| 65 | Awakening of Twin Blades03/31/2012 | 03/31/2012 | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Cardfight!! Vanguard have?
Cardfight!! Vanguard has a total of 9 seasons. The series is completed. Each season is divided into multiple episodes with stories that advance the main plot of the anime.
How many episodes does Cardfight!! Vanguard have?
In total, Cardfight!! Vanguard has 65 episodes distributed across its 9 seasons. You can consult the complete episodes table to see the breakdown by season.
What is the best order to watch Cardfight!! Vanguard?
It is recommended to watch Cardfight!! Vanguard in chronological broadcast order. This means starting from season 1 and continuing sequentially to the last season. Check our watch order guide which includes information about filler vs canon episodes for an optimal experience.
Where can I watch Cardfight!! Vanguard online?
Cardfight!! Vanguard is available on various legal streaming platforms. Check the platforms section at the top of this page to see where it's currently available. Options may vary depending on your geographic region.
Is Cardfight!! Vanguard a complete anime?
Yes, Cardfight!! Vanguard is a completed anime. All seasons have already aired and you can enjoy the series in its entirety without waiting for new episodes.
How much filler does Cardfight!! Vanguard have?
No, Cardfight!! Vanguard does not have filler episodes. All its episodes are canon and faithfully follow the original manga story, so you can watch all episodes without worrying about skipping anything.
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