Arcane season 1 Welcome to the Playground - Metacritic

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TV-14
Netflix
Nov 6, 2021
43 m

TV-14
Netflix
Nov 6, 2021
43 m

Summary The animated series based on the League of Legends follows the origin of two League champions in the prosperous city of Piltover and the underground district of Zaun.

Directed By: Pascal Charrue, Arnaud Delord

Written By: Christian Linke, Alex Yee, Conor Sheehy, Ash Brannon

TV-14
Netflix
Nov 6, 2021
43 m

TV-14
Netflix
Nov 6, 2021
43 m

S1 • Episode 1

Welcome to the Playground

Air Date: Nov 6, 2021

User Score Mixed or Average Based on 64 User Ratings

5.9

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Summary The animated series based on the League of Legends follows the origin of two League champions in the prosperous city of Piltover and the underground district of Zaun.

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Episode 1 • Nov 6, 2021 • 43 m

Welcome to the Playground

Orphaned sisters Vi and Powder bring trouble to Zaun's underground streets in the wake of a heist in posh Piltover.

Episode 2 • Nov 6, 2021 • 41 m

Some Mysteries Are Better Left Unsolved

Idealistic inventor Jayce attempts to harness magic through science --- despite his mentor's warning. Criminal kingpin Silco tests a powerful substance.

Episode 3 • Nov 6, 2021 • 44 m

The Base Violence Necessary for Change

An epic showdown between old rivals results in a fateful moment for Zaun. Jayce and Viktor risk it all for their research.

Episode 4 • Nov 13, 2021 • 40 m

Happy Progress Day!

With Piltover prospering from their tech, Jayce and Viktor weigh their next move. A familiar face re-emerges from Zaun to wreak havoc.

Episode 5 • Nov 13, 2021 • 40 m

Everybody Wants to Be My Enemy

Rogue enforcer Caitlyn tours the undercity alongside Vi to track down Silco. Jayce puts a target on his back trying to root out Piltover corruption.

Episode 6 • Nov 13, 2021 • 42 m

When These Walls Come Tumbling Down

An eager protege undermines his mentor on the council as a magical tech rapidly evolves. With authorities in pursuit, Jinx must face her past.

Episode 7 • Nov 20, 2021 • 40 m

Caitlyn and Vi meet an ally in Zaun's streets and head into a frenzied battle with a common foe. Viktor makes a dire decision.

Episode 8 • Nov 20, 2021 • 40 m

Disowned heir Mel and her visiting mother trade combat tactics. Caitlyn and Vi forge an unlikely alliance. Jinx undergoes a startling change.

Episode 9 • Nov 20, 2021 • 39 m

The Monster You Created

Perilously close to war, the leaders of Piltover and Zaun reach an ultimatum. But a fateful standoff changes both cities forever.

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39% Negative
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61% Positive
39 Ratings

0% Mixed
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39% Negative
25 Ratings

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