Hetalia: Axis Powers

Category:	Web/ONA
Adult:	No
Native:	ヘタリア Axis Powers
Titles:	Военизирана Хеталия 黑塔利亚 Axis Powers Axis Powers Hetalia Hetalia Хеталия и страны Оси
Runtime:	5 minutes
Aired:	Jan 24, 2009 [16 years 1 week ago]
Ended:	Mar 5, 2010 [14 years 10 months ago]
Language:	Japanese
Genres:	Comedy Historical Shounen Ai
Tags:	Parody Stereotypes Military Super Deformed United States Politics World War Ii United Kingdom France Germany Russia Italy Canada
Links:	ANIDB

Cynical gag story set in Europe in the years between WW1 and WW2 (1915-1939), using exaggerated caricatures of the different nationalities as portrayed by a gaggle of bishounen boys. For example, the Italia Veneziano character is into pasta and women. The Doitsu (German) bishi loves potatoes and sausages, and Nippon is an otaku boy. Installments of the manga have jumped back and forth in setting from the ancient times to modern-day geopolitics. The title comes from the Japanese words for "useless" (hetare) and Italy (Italia). Note: Japan's Kids Station television network has officially canceled its planned broadcast of the Hetalia Axis Powers anime series "due to various circumstances." The series was distributed by Japanese retail anime chain Animate, via cel phone delivery and internet streaming. * Based on a popular web-released manga series by Himaruya Hidekazu.

Episode 1: Episode 1 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2009-01-24 When the nations gather to solve the world’s problems, U.S.A. presents his solution to global warming - and it’s a pretty stupid one. Then everyone argues for a while, just before a flashback to WWI. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 2: Episode 2 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2009-01-30 Germany is prowling the woods of WWI in search of the enemy, when he happens upon a crate of tomatoes. Just as he opens the wooden box, Italy attacks! I’m only kidding. Italy mostly just lays around. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 3: Episode 3 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2009-02-06 WWI is over, but Italy won’t quit pestering Germany. In fact, with WWII right around the corner, Italy pledges his undying devotion to his gruff friend, and a delightful Axis of Bromance is born. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 4: Episode 4 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2009-02-13 Italy and Germany have a new BFF: Japan. After a “getting acquainted” soak in the hot springs, Japan shows the guys his value as an ally by - actually, he doesn’t really do much. But he seems very polite. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 5: Episode 5 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2009-02-20 Germany, Japan, and Italy are on a deserted island, and they’re making the most of such a pleasant environment. Especially Italy, who uses the free time to make white flags and sand sculptures of pasta. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 6: Episode 6 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2009-02-27 Japan, Germany, and Italy roast marshmallows on the beach. The three guys may feel like the night belongs to them, but they are far from alone. Actually, marshmallows sound pretty good right now. BRB. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 7: Episode 7 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2009-03-06 U.S.A. takes a break from stuffing hamburgers into his face just long enough (barely) to reveal his plans for attacking the Axis. Meanwhile, much to Germany’s delight, Italy’s got an obnoxious brother. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 8: Episode 8 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2009-03-13 Since Italy’s kind of a moron, he keeps getting captured by the Allies. But since he’s kind of annoying, he keeps getting sent back to the Axis. And in a shocking turn of events, Japan answers a telephone! Source: crunchyroll
Episode 9: Episode 9 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2009-03-20 The Allies get together to split up their responsibilities for the coming war, which really just means: U.S.A. decides he’ll be the hero and everyone else will act as his support. Meanwhile, isn’t France dreamy? Source: crunchyroll
Episode 10: Episode 10 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2009-03-27 France is devastated upon learning he wasn’t invited to the second meeting of the Allies, and as he reflects on the - I’m sorry, can you excuse me for a second? It seems chibi Italy is wearing Hungary’s dress. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 11: Episode 11 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2009-04-03 The moment of truth arrives in Chibitalia: will Italy accept the adorable Holy Roman Empire’s offer? And while the Allies prepare for WWII, U.K. totally hangs out with a unicorn. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 12: Episode 12 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2009-04-10 First, a scene from after the war: France asks U.K. to marry him. It has something to do with the Suez Canal. Next, a scene set before the war shows the Axis prepping to take on U.K. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 13: Episode 13 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2009-04-17 U.K. is aggravated after losing to Germany, so the lad uses the dark arts to get his revenge. In a scary room, he chants a summoning spell and unleashes - Russia, the weirdest of all world powers! Source: crunchyroll
Episode 14: Episode 14 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2009-04-24 Germany goes to the supermarket to buy sausages. Ordinarily that wouldn’t be exciting, but during this trip he manages to encounter every mildly-offensive stereotype ever associated with every nation ever. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 15: Episode 15 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2009-05-01 Italy and Germany enjoy soaking in the rays of the sun, but Japan isn’t thrilled about the prospect of exposing himself. Of course, a quick glimpse at his library proves he’s not totally against nudity. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 16: Episode 16 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2009-05-08 A walk down memory lane reveals the moment when China found tiny, young Japan sitting all alone in the woods. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 17: Episode 17 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2009-05-15 U.S.A. is ready to clean out his cluttered storage room, but he may not have what it takes to let go of so many memories. Actually, he may need to worry more about letting go of some hamburgers. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 18: Episode 18 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2009-05-22 The Allied assault on the Axis begins! And ends! And then it begins again! And ends again! What’s with all the false starts and sudden stops? It’s kind of hard to explain. Just watch the episode. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 19: Episode 19 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2009-05-29 The Allied forces gather for a meeting. Here’s a list of the three most interesting things that happen: 1) China shows up late. 2) Canada has a bear in his lap. 3) OMG, AXIS SPY. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 20: Episode 20 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2009-06-05 A tale of two weapons: First of all, Italy shouldn’t be messing around with hand grenades. Can we all agree on that? Next, U.S.A. takes a trip down memory lane when he finds an old musket in his storage room. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 21: Episode 21 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2009-06-12 Sealand has a lot of heart, but as the teeny-tiniest nation in the world, he’s having a tough time getting the other countries to recognize that he even exists. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 22: Episode 22 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2009-06-19 As Holy Roman Empire prepares to leave for war, little Italy gets emotional and gives the departing nation a meaningful gift. Well, really, I’m just assuming it’s meaningful. Because, otherwise, it’s just silly. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 23: Episode 23 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2009-06-26 Switzerland questions why his sis, Liechtenstein, cut her hair. Everyone else questions if she’s actually a little boy. Later, Germany is confused when he overhears an awkward situation involving Italy and a bed. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 24: Episode 24 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2009-07-03 Tension arises when Switzerland and Liechtenstein encounter Austria at the grocery store. Meanwhile, the Axis boys discover that their deserted island isn’t actually all that deserted. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 25: Episode 25 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2009-07-10 A flashback into the past reveals the reasons why U.S.A. might sometimes appear to be lacking in good taste. Also, the long and winding tale of Liechtenstein and Switzerland comes to an end. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 26: Episode 26 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2009-07-17 U.K. unveils the secret weapon he plans to use in order to claim revenge against U.S.A. - a chair! An EVIL chair! An EVIL chair that Russia keeps sitting in at all the wrong moments! Source: crunchyroll
Episode 27: Episode 27 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2009-07-24 The Allies get their hands on a valuable source of information that could reveal the inner-workings of the Axis gang: Germany’s diary! And it’s all about Italy. Seriously, like every page. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 28: Episode 28 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2009-07-31 The Axis falls under Allied attack once again! But then something strange happens - a jolly visitor arrives bearing gifts, allowing enemies to put aside their differences if only for one night. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 29: Episode 29 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2009-08-07 Russia knows no fear, as evidenced by his willingness to jump out of an airplane without a parachute. The Baltics, however, seem to be more than a little uneasy around Russia. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 30: Episode 30 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2009-08-14 During a sleepover at Japan’s place, U.K. makes a new pal while soaking in the bath. This new pal is green and might actually be a hallucination. Or, he might actually exist. We may never know. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 31: Episode 31 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2009-08-21 In this very informative episode of Hetalia Axis Powers, the gang shares stories of how the Christmas season is celebrated - or not - in their homelands. Note to self: avoid Russia during the holidays. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 32: Episode 32 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2009-08-28 Germany stirs from his slumber to find the Roman Empire on his bed. It turns out Germany is a big fan of his visitor’s work - and misses him very much. How sweet. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 33: Episode 33 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2009-09-04 Germany and Italy spend a beautiful night by the campfire, and when a shooting star flashes through the sky, Germany makes a wish. Actually he makes a lot of wishes, and they’re all about Italy. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 34: Episode 34 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2009-09-11 Germany goes sightseeing in sunny Italy, a lively land where music and laughter drift on the breeze. Surprisingly, he doesn’t hate it. Later, the Allied boys explore their artistic sides. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 35: Episode 35 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2009-09-18 It’s time for the G8 summit, but Canada is missing. When he finally shows up, the rest of the… Wait. Who the crap is this Canada guy? Later, France catches Olympic fever - and loses his pants. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 36: Episode 36 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2009-09-25 With spring still many months away, U.S.A. and Japan make preparations to survive the harsh winter. And by preparations, I mean that Japan buys manga and ice cream while U.S.A. almost freezes to death. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 37: Episode 37 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2009-10-02 Russia’s heading over to Germany’s place for a sleepover, and he’s worried about what to wear. Italy’s got some concerns, too. If his friends make new friends, will he be pushed aside? Source: crunchyroll
Episode 38: Episode 38 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2009-10-09 Germany addresses Italy’s abandonment issues and offers his little friend a treaty to put him at ease. Okay, it’s not really a treaty at all. It’s actually a pinky swear. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 39: Episode 39 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2009-10-16 In the New World, adorable baby U.S.A. is caught in the middle of a very intense custody battle between France, Finland, and a few other blonde guys! Source: crunchyroll
Episode 40: Episode 40 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2009-10-23 Everybody still wants little baby U.S.A. all to themselves! It’s France and his buddies versus U.K. and his gang. Who will earn the right to be called big brother by the New World’s cutest newborn? Source: crunchyroll
Episode 41: Episode 41 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2009-10-30 It’s an episode of psychological combat! While U.S.A. tries to come up with ways to mess with his opponents’ heads, France takes it upon himself to spread scandalous rumors about Germany. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 42: Episode 42 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2009-11-06 Russia introduces the world to his sisters, the busty, bouncy Ukraine and the very intense Belarus. It’s an unusual family, to say the least. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 43: Episode 43 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2009-11-13 The saga of Russia’s sisters continues! Things haven’t been the same since the collapse of the Soviet Union. As a result, Ukraine is jiggling her way across Europe in search of new friends. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 44: Episode 44 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2009-11-20 Liechtenstein’s a little too laid back about her borders, so Switzerland decides to teach her about the peril of strangers. Later, Japan and U.S.A. work on becoming better friends. And there’s cake! Cake’s awesome! Source: crunchyroll
Episode 45: Episode 45 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2009-11-27 During a tender moment of reflection, Liechtenstein recalls the heartbreaking circumstances surrounding her first meeting with Switzerland: a boy who would become like a brother to her. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 46: Episode 46 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2009-12-04 U.K. develops a serious case of hair envy - and an aversion to scissors - in the wake of another humiliating encounter with France and his gorgeous, golden locks. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 47: Episode 47 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2009-12-11 England and France pay a visit to Poland and his pretty new pony; America’s astonishing rate of growth comes as quite a shock to jolly old England. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 48: Episode 48 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2009-12-18 A self-inflicted rocket wound leaves England hovering on the verge of death, but America wants to be paid back before the old chap kicks the bucket. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 49: Episode 49 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2009-12-25 France drops by to visit Japan, who’s as isolated as ever, and there’s nothing in the world that’s going to make the guy come out of his room to greet his charming visitor. Well, except maybe a cute kitty. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 50: Episode 50 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2010-01-08 America swings by to show Japan a fortune telling game. Later, when the rest of the guys want to celebrate the fact that he’s coming out of his shell, Japan chooses a quiet night at home instead. Big shock, right? Source: crunchyroll
Episode 51: Episode 51 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2010-02-26 America’s totally freaked out by scary movies, but due to his heroic inclinations, he refuses to stop watching them! Japan thinks loaning him some horror video games might toughen him up. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 52: Episode 52 Runtime: 5 minutes Air Date: 2010-03-05 It’s an episode of mistaken identities in more ways than one when Holy Roman Empire and Italy go skinny-dipping. Later, everybody thinks Canada is everybody but Canada! Source: crunchyroll