The BEST episodes of Paradox Live THE ANIMATION

Every episode of Paradox Live THE ANIMATION ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Paradox Live THE ANIMATION!

Takes place in the near future, where rappers wear accessories that contain a metallic substance called Phantom Metal. Through the Phantom Metal's chemical reaction with the rappers' own DNA, the rapper can create illusions linked to their emotions during their performance. The result is a new type of spectacular concert.

Last Updated: 12/31/2025Network: Tokyo MXStatus: Ended

7.67

6 votes

#1 - BREAK

Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 12/5/2023

After saving Hajun, BAE decide to go to a traditional Japanese inn with hot springs in search of tranquility. However, a legend that speaks of the good fortune attracted by a rainbow beetle that inhabits the area will transform this break into a meeting of rappers in search of the beetle.

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7.50

6 votes

#2 - LOST

Season 1 - Episode 10 - Aired 12/12/2023

Allen's past haunts him to the point that a reunion with his father causes him to flee from BAE's battle against cozmez.

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7.43

7 votes

#3 - FAMILY

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 10/31/2023

Akanyatsura are a family full of chivalry. Each of them burdened by the trauma of a certain event, they think of each other as a family unrelated by blood.

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7.33

9 votes

#4 - PRIDE

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 10/24/2023

BAE pay a visit to The Cat’s Whiskers dressing room before the battle. Disregarding Allen and Anne’s respect for them, Hajun makes a harsh evaluation, but Ryu’s brief comment sets Hajun into a rage as he leaves the room.

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7.33

6 votes

#5 - VIBES

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 11/28/2023

In the run-up to BAE's challenge against Akanyatsura, Hajun suffers the consequences of his exposure to the Phantometal. His BAE teammates must enter his mind to save him.

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7.33

6 votes

#6 - Memories

Season 1 - Episode 11 - Aired 12/19/2023

The extra battle is coming up, but without BAE, Cozmez automatically wins. But another shock awaits Kanata...

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6.83

6 votes

#7 - SECRET

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 11/14/2023

Allen finds a rare vinyl from Buraikan in a second-hand record shop. Determined to purchase it, Allen takes on part time work. Meanwhile, Akanyatsura’s Hokusai, Satsuki and Reo have their eyes on the same record.

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6.83

6 votes

#8 - Paradox Live

Season 1 - Episode 12 - Aired 12/26/2023

Kanata has fallen into the clutches of an unscrupulous researcher. Can the others still save him?

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6.38

8 votes

#9 - JUSTICE

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 10/17/2023

Ryu Natsume is a unique member of The Cat’s Whiskers. He doesn’t experience trap reactions when using phantometal and his past is wrapped in mystery. One day, Ryu finds a kitten and brings it home.

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6.33

6 votes

#10 - LOVE

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 11/21/2023

Shiki is forced to confront his inner demons to remember what happened "that night" with Nayuta.

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5.69

13 votes

#11 - CLUB Paradox

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 10/3/2023

In the near future, a unique metal known as “phantometal” is used to usher in a new trend into the hip-hop scene. Illusions are manufactured through emotions making a magnificent display for the “Phantom Lives” sweeping across the world.

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5.38

8 votes

#12 - DESIRE

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 10/10/2023

cozmez, a team of twins named Kanata and Nayuta Yatonokami grew up in less-than-ideal circumstances. Living in the slums of society, the brothers make a living to support one another.

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