Ep 1. R
- October 3, 2014
- 23 min
Magic Kaito is a popular anime series that revolves around a teenage boy named Kaito Kuroba who is a master magician and takes on the persona of the famous international phantom thief known as "Kaitou Kid" or "The Phantom Thief Kid." In season 1, episode 1 titled R, Kaito Kuroba's father, Toichi Kuroba, who was also a master magician and the original Phantom Thief, is murdered by a mysterious criminal organization known as the "Saguru Hakuba."
After Toichi's untimely death, Kaito vows to uncover the truth behind his father's murder and also continues to carry on his father's legacy by becoming the new Phantom Thief Kid. Kaito is assisted by his childhood friend and crush Aoko Nakamori, whose father is a famous detective and is constantly on Kaito's tail, trying to catch him in the act of thievery.
In the first episode, Kaito is attending a magic show featuring one of his father's most famous tricks when he encounters Saguru Hakuba, a former student of Toichi Kuroba, and a rival to his father. Saguru, who is trying to uncover the truth behind Toichi's death, tells Kaito about a mysterious gemstone called "Pandora," which is believed to be the key to a treasure once owned by Alexander the Great. Saguru informs Kaito that he suspects the Saguru Hakuba is after the Pandora gemstone and advises Kaito to keep an eye out for any suspicious activity.
Later that evening, Kaito decides to investigate and breaks into a museum where the Pandora is being kept. Once inside, Kaito encounters the Saguru Hakuba, who has also broken into the museum, and the two engage in a heated battle. Although Kaito manages to outwit Saguru and make off with the Pandora, he is pursued by Aoko's father, who is convinced that Kaito is the Phantom Thief Kid.
As Kaito tries to escape from the police, he realizes that the Pandora is not what it seems. Believing it to be a fake, he decides to return it to the museum, only to discover that it has been replaced with a note that reads "This is the first of many. - Saguru Hakuba." Kaito realizes that there is more to the Pandora gemstone and decides to investigate further.
The first episode of Magic Kaito sets the stage for a thrilling adventure full of magic, intrigue, and mystery. Kaito's determination to uncover the truth behind his father's death and the mystery surrounding the Pandora gemstone make for an exciting storyline. The addition of Saguru Hakuba as a formidable rival to Kaito adds to the tension and excitement of the series. Overall, the first episode of Magic Kaito promises a thrilling and entertaining ride for fans of the series.