Original
10/03/2004 - 12/26/2004 Finished
Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha (Mahou Shoujo Lyrical Nanoha)
Also known as: 魔法少女リリカルなのは
Third-grader Nanoha Takamachi rescues an injured ferret that reveals itself as Yuuno Scrya, a mage seeking her help to recover 21 dangerous Jewel Seeds scattered across her world. Armed with the magical wand Raising Heart, Nanoha trains to become a powerful mage, only to face rival mage Fate Testarossa, whose melancholy determination to collect the same seeds masks hidden motivations.
13
Total episodes
13
Canon episodes
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Canon episodes · 13 Filler episodes · 0
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Watch order: filler vs canon
Mahou Shoujo Lyrical Nanoha has no filler episodes: all 13 episodes are canon. You can watch it from first to last without checking any list of skippable episodes.
Episode by episode
Complete guide by season
13 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Is This What You Call a "Mysterious Encounter"?10/03/2004 | 10/03/2004 | Canon |
| 2 | My Magical Incantation is "Lyrical"?10/10/2004 | 10/10/2004 | Canon |
| 3 | This Town's in a Lot of Danger?10/17/2004 | 10/17/2004 | Canon |
| 4 | A Rival!? Another Magical Girl!10/24/2004 | 10/24/2004 | Canon |
| 5 | This is a Town of Hot Water, Uminari Hot Springs!10/31/2004 | 10/31/2004 | Canon |
| 6 | Feelings that Can't Be Understood?11/07/2004 | 11/07/2004 | Canon |
| 7 | Is This a Third Magician?11/14/2004 | 11/14/2004 | Canon |
| 8 | There's A Really Big Crisis?11/21/2004 | 11/21/2004 | Canon |
| 9 | The Decisive Battle Above the Ocean!11/28/2004 | 11/28/2004 | Canon |
| 10 | Oaths of the Heart12/05/2004 | 12/05/2004 | Canon |
| 11 | Memories Beyond Time12/12/2004 | 12/12/2004 | Canon |
| 12 | When Our Fate is Sealed12/19/2004 | 12/19/2004 | Canon |
| 13 | Call My Name12/26/2004 | 12/26/2004 | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Mahou Shoujo Lyrical Nanoha have?
Mahou Shoujo Lyrical Nanoha is season 1 of 4 in the franchise: Mahou Shoujo Lyrical Nanoha, Mahou Shoujo Lyrical Nanoha A's, Mahou Shoujo Lyrical Nanoha StrikerS, and Mahou Shoujo Lyrical Nanoha ViVid. All of them have finished airing.
How many episodes does Mahou Shoujo Lyrical Nanoha have?
This page covers 13 episodes. Adding up every season, the franchise has 64 episodes in total.
What is the best order to watch Mahou Shoujo Lyrical Nanoha?
It is recommended to watch Mahou Shoujo Lyrical Nanoha 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 Mahou Shoujo Lyrical Nanoha online?
Mahou Shoujo Lyrical Nanoha 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 Mahou Shoujo Lyrical Nanoha a complete anime?
Yes, Mahou Shoujo Lyrical Nanoha is a completed anime. All seasons have already aired and you can enjoy the series in its entirety without waiting for new episodes.
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