10/03/2001 - 03/27/2002 Finished
X (X−エックス−)
In the fight between the Dragons of Heaven and the Dragons of Earth, the dream seer Princess Hinoto predicts the end of humanity. A central entity, 15-year-old Kamui Shirou, is to choose whether to ally with the Dragons of Earth and destroy civilization to protect the planet or with the Dragons of Heaven to save mankind. Following his mother's last wish, Kamui returns to Tokyo after six years of self-imposed exile. There, he attempts to steal the Sacred Sword from the temple protected by Kyougo Monou—the father of his childhood friends, Fuuma and Kotori. However, after Kamui's venture fails, a mysterious person manages to obtain the sword instead. Believing Kamui to be the man in her prophecy, Hinoto sends the Dragons of Heaven after him to rally him to their cause. Although Kamui first rejects his destiny, the incessant attacks by the Dragons of Earth against those he holds dear push him to decide whether the lives of his friends should prevail over the fate of the Earth and finally pick a side. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
24
Total episodes
24
Canon episodes
0
Filler episodes
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% Filler
Canon episodes · 24 Filler episodes · 0
Every season
Seasons and sequels
Single Season
Currently, X has no sequels, prequels, or registered spin-offs. This is the complete story available at the moment.
What to watch, what to skip
Watch order: filler vs canon
You're in luck! X doesn't have a single filler episode: all 24 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 24 episodes of X aired in 2001–2002 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 X is as simple as it gets: start at episode 1 and keep going to episode 24 without detours. If you came looking for which X episodes are filler so you could skip them, the answer is that there aren't any.
Episode by episode
Complete guide by season
24 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | A Reunion10/03/2001 | 10/03/2001 | Canon |
| 2 | A Nightmare10/10/2001 | 10/10/2001 | Canon |
| 3 | A Pledge10/17/2001 | 10/17/2001 | Canon |
| 4 | A Sacrifice10/24/2001 | 10/24/2001 | Canon |
| 5 | A Destiny10/31/2001 | 10/31/2001 | Canon |
| 6 | Kouya11/07/2001 | 11/07/2001 | Canon |
| 7 | Civer11/14/2001 | 11/14/2001 | Canon |
| 8 | Gemini11/21/2001 | 11/21/2001 | Canon |
| 9 | Onmyou11/28/2001 | 11/28/2001 | Canon |
| 10 | Inuki12/05/2001 | 12/05/2001 | Canon |
| 11 | Border12/12/2001 | 12/12/2001 | Canon |
| 12 | Alternative12/19/2001 | 12/19/2001 | Canon |
| 13 | Return01/09/2002 | 01/09/2002 | Canon |
| 14 | Gathering01/16/2002 | 01/16/2002 | Canon |
| 15 | Guardian01/23/2002 | 01/23/2002 | Canon |
| 16 | Slaughter01/30/2002 | 01/30/2002 | Canon |
| 17 | Wish02/06/2002 | 02/06/2002 | Canon |
| 18 | Newborn02/13/2002 | 02/13/2002 | Canon |
| 19 | Inferno02/20/2002 | 02/20/2002 | Canon |
| 20 | Ripple02/27/2002 | 02/27/2002 | Canon |
| 21 | Current03/06/2002 | 03/06/2002 | Canon |
| 22 | Betrayal03/13/2002 | 03/13/2002 | Canon |
| 23 | Earth03/20/2002 | 03/20/2002 | Canon |
| 24 | Legend03/27/2002 | 03/27/2002 | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does X have?
X has a total of 1 season. 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 X have?
In total, X has 24 episodes in its only season. You can consult the complete episodes table to see the breakdown by season.
What is the best order to watch X?
It is recommended to watch X 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 X online?
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Is X a complete anime?
Yes, X 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 X have?
No, X 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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