Muv-Luv Alternative

Season 1

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In 1973, an alien force invades Earth, sparking a war against humanity. Humanoid mecha TSFs are developed to counter the aliens' numbers, but most of Eurasia falls to the marching invaders over 30 years of struggle.

Where to Watch Season 1

24 Episodes

The State of the World
E1
The State of the WorldAn alien invasion begins in the 1970s, creating a worldwide crisis. In the late 1990s, beings dubbed BETAs begin their invasion of Japan, and human forces for counterattack are very limited.
Recurring Worlds
E2
Recurring WorldsShirogane Takeru found himself inexplicably transported to a world that resembled his own in many ways, with one major difference: For nearly 30 years, mankind has been at war with the alien BETA, who have succeeded at wiping out over half of humanity and had nearly captured the entire Eurasian continent. As Takeru tried to come to grips with this bizarre new reality, he realized too late that the majority of humanity will be abandoned with the Earth, as the chosen few escape to the stars, hoping to find sanctuary. Now, equally inexplicable reasons, he finds himself returned to the first day of his time in this alternate world. Will the experiences and knowledge he has gained allow him to make a difference?
Something to Protect
E3
Something to ProtectAs Takeru starts to feel anxious about whether or not he can actually make a difference, Professor Kouzuki demands more concrete evidence of his knowledge about future events.
Comrades
E4
ComradesTakeru's efforts to change the future are starting to have an effect, as the 207th's Tactical Surface Fighters show up earlier than in the previous timeline. And if an idea he's cooking up works, it might make them even more effective weapons against the BETA.
A New Power
E5
A New PowerTakeru and Professor Kouzuki have collaborated to create a new operating system for the 207th's Tactical Surface Fighters, making the anti-BETA weapons more maneuverable and responsive than ever. But will it even matter if Yuuko can't actually make some progress on the mysterious Alternative IV plan?
Transfer Experiment
E6
Transfer ExperimentIn order to help Professor Kouzuki fulfil her plans for Alternative IV, Takeru partakes in an experiment designed to send him back to his home world.
Promise
E7
PromiseTakeru's trip back to his original world concludes after an encounter with his childhood friend, Sumika. After his return, he learns about the enigmatic Yashiro Kasumi's mysterious past.
The Capital in Chaos
E8
The Capital in ChaosAn insurrection threatens to ignite a full-scale civil war in Japan, and the 207th Tactical Armored Flight finds their first combat mission might be against other humans, instead of the invading BETA aliens.
Battlefield
E9
BattlefieldTakeru and his training squad head out to assist the UN and Japanese forces in dealing with a coup d'état, but they find themselves dealing with what might be the most vital mission in the entire conflict.
Resolve
E10
ResolveAs Takeru and the 207th Training Flight escort the Shogun across Japan, Professor Yuuko's personal task force fights a desperate battle to keep the rebels off their tails.
Everyone's Thoughts
E11
Everyone's ThoughtsThe Shogun and her escorts have been surrounded by the rebels, who have offered them a 60 minute ceasefire in the hopes of a peaceful resolution. Can Takeru, the 207th Training Flight, the Royal Guard, and the US Army find a way past them to return to Yokohama Base?
Fate
E12
FateNegotiations have fallen apart, as the rebels renew their attacks on the assembled UN-US-Royal Guard forces. Will the 207th Training Flight make it back to Yokohama Base alive? And will Takeru be able to save the world by helping Alternative IV become a reality?
Graduation
E13
GraduationTakeru visits the peaceful world he originally came from to recover the research necessary for Alternative IV to be a success. Upon his return to the war-torn world ravaged by the BETA, he discovers a surprise that brings him one step closer to victory... and danger.
XM3
E14
XM3A new set of trials testing the combat readiness of Takeru's XM3 operating system takes a turn for the dangerous.
Escape
E15
EscapeAfter a soul-shaking brush with tragedy, Takeru decides to return to his home world.
Diary
E16
DiaryWith it now obvious that he's having unexpected effects on his peaceful home world, Takeru has to make a tough decision.
Return
E17
ReturnTakeru returns to the world ravaged by the BETA, only to be shocked when Professor Kouzuki introduces him to 00 Unit.
Sumika
E18
SumikaAs Takeru grapples with the truth about the 00 Unit, a deadline to get it functional looms.
The Night Before the Attack
E19
The Night Before the AttackThe A-01 Squad find that they will be part of a joint operation between the UN and Japan to attack the BETA hive on Sadogashima.
Operation 21st
E20
Operation 21stThe mission to retake Sadogashima is underway, and the Valkyries take to the battlefield.
The Light of Victory
E21
The Light of VictoryThe Susano-O arrives, and the outcome of Operation 21st will depend on the performance of the flying fortress.
Escape
E22
EscapeWith the Susano-O inoperable, the Valkyries move to recover the 00-Unit as BETA continue to swarm Sadogashima.
Inheritance
E23
InheritanceA massive horde of BETA surfaces from beneath Sadogashima, putting the A-01 Task Force and success of Operation 21st in danger.
The World Moves On
E24
The World Moves OnAfter the mission on Sadogashima, there is a memorial service for the fallen soldiers. Shortly thereafter, it is revealed that Captain Isumi Michiru has also fallen...