Children of the Whales
As a magic wielder, young archivist Chakuro knows his time is short, but everything changes when a girl from the outside appears on his island.
- 2017-2017
- 1 season
- Netflix
- Animation, Drama, Fantasy, Suspense, Science Fiction
- TV-MA
As a magic wielder, young archivist Chakuro knows his time is short, but everything changes when a girl from the outside appears on his island.
Season 1 Episode Guide
12 Episodes 2017
Episode 1
Watashitachi no daiji na sekai no subete datta
24 mins
Chakuro's peaceful life on the Mud Whale is interrupted by the appearance of another island. When they investigate, he finds a girl living there.
Episode 2
Criminals of Fálaina
24 mins
The story focuses on a boy called Chakuro, who lives on the giant vessel called a Mud Whale that drifts over the sea of sand. In the Mud Whale, society is divided into two kinds of people: the Marked, who can move objects with their minds using a strange power called "thymia", at the expense of shortened lifespans, and the Unmarked, people who lack thymia but enjoy longer lifespans. Chakuro and his friends have never seen anyone from the outside world, and they spend their days yearning to explore and learn about it. In year 93 of the vessel's exile, the Mud Whale encounters a lonely island and Chakuro finds a girl inside, starting an adventure that changes the lives of everyone.
Episode 3
Konna sekai wa, mô dô demo ii
24 mins
The Mud Whale is invaded by the ruthless and mysterious troops of the "Empire." Using magic, Ouni and some of the others begin fighting back.
Episode 4
Dorokujira to tomo ni suna ni mesareru no da yo
24 mins
After naming Suou the new mayor of the Mud Whale, the elders tells him some secrets. Chakuro has a disturbing vision when he meets Neri.
Episode 5
Nigeru no wa iyada
24 mins
The committee orders the vigilantes to attack the Nous, which Lykos says is the Mud Whale's heart. The island shakes while Ouni fights Shuan.
Episode 6
Ashita, hito o koroshi te shimau kamo shire nai
24 mins
The Mud Whale's magic users begin training to use their skills in combat as part of Suou's defense plan, but not everyone is happy with his decision.
Episode 7
Omae tachi no mirai ga mitai
24 mins
Imperial forces attack the Mud Whale during a sandstorm. Now Ouni and Lykos must lead the defense squad to fight for the island.
Episode 8
Konoyo kara kie te shimae
24 mins
Lykos confronts the Imperial forces and Ouni attempts to help her and Chakuro reach the Nous. Shuan and Liontari continue their duel.
Episode 9
Kimi no sentaku no, sono saki ga mitai
24 mins
Though badly outnumbered, the Mud Whale's defenders continue to fight valiantly. Ouni and Nibi make a last stand against the Imperial forces.
Episode 10
Atarashî tabi ni deruwa
24 mins
The Mud Whale survivors hold funeral rites for friend and foe alike. Though peace seems to have returned, Lykos warns that her brother won't give up.
Episode 11
Yume no Hanashi da
24 mins
Orca is brought before the military high command for judgment, but he's in no mood to accept their decision. Lykos confronts Rochalízo.
Episode 12
Koko ni umarete yokatta
24 mins
Now that they know the truth, the Mud Whale's residents face a decision. Meanwhile, Orca carries out his own plans in the empire.
