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Saint Seiya: Soul of Gold: Season 1

13 episodes Premiered Apr 11, 2015 Updated Oct 29, 2026

Saint Seiya: Soul of Gold is a 2015 Japanese ONA series produced by Toei Animation that serves as a spin-off from the classic Saint Seiya anime, which is based on the manga by Masami Kurumada. The narrative follows the twelve Gold Saints, who were previously presumed to have perished after sacrificing their lives to destroy the Wailing Wall. This act was essential in clearing a path for Seiya and the other Saints dur

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Season 1 Lore Primer

Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.

  • ⚡ The twelve Gold Saints previously sacrificed their lives to destroy the Wailing Wall.
  • ⚡ The destruction of the Wailing Wall was necessary to aid Seiya and the Saints in their battle against Hades.
  • ⚡ The Gold Saints were presumed dead following their efforts in the Underworld.
  • ⚡ The series is a spin-off of the classic Saint Seiya anime and manga franchise.
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Season overview

Saint Seiya: Soul of Gold is a 2015 Japanese ONA series produced by Toei Animation that serves as a spin-off from the classic Saint Seiya anime, which is based on the manga by Masami Kurumada. The narrative follows the twelve Gold Saints, who were previously presumed to have perished after sacrificing their lives to destroy the Wailing Wall. This act was essential in clearing a path for Seiya and the other Saints during their conflict against Hades in the Underworld. Despite their apparent deaths, the Gold Saints are inexplicably brought back to life in the earthly world. Aiolia finds himself at the center of this mystery when he becomes involved in a duel. During this confrontation, he burns his Cosmo to its limit, which triggers a transformation of the Cloth of Leo. The series explores the reasons behind the resurrection of these lost souls as they return to protect love and peace on Earth. The story focuses on the revival of the Golden Cosmo and the unfolding events surrounding these legendary warriors as they navigate their unexpected return to the world of the living.

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Season 1 Episodes

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S1·E1 Mytharc

The Gold Legend Revived!

Apr 11, 2015 · 24 min

During the battle with Hades, in the underworld, the twelve Gold Saints gave their lives to destroy the Wailing Wall and open Seiya's breach. Though they should have been destroyed

S1·E2 Core

The Secret of Yggdrasil Revealed!

Apr 25, 2015 · 24 min

Aiolia had defeated Frodi after his Gold Cloth had evolved into a new form. However, a mysterious pattern reappeared on his body again, and he collapses to the ground. Lyfia runs

S1·E3 Core

Gold vs. Gold: Clash of the Saints!

May 9, 2015 · 24 min

Scorpio Miro finally goes up against God Warrior Surtr. And the other man who stands before Miro is actually the Gold Saint Aquarius Camus! Meanwhile, Aiolia and Lyfia who are head

S1·E4 Core

The 7 God Warriors Assembled!

May 23, 2015 · 24 min

When Miro was about to meet his fate due to Surtr’s cunning tactics, out comes Gemini Saga, the most powerful Gold Saint who serves Athena. Breaking free from Miro trying to hold h

S1·E5 Core

God Cloth's Ultimate Power!

Jun 6, 2015 · 24 min

Learning of the God Cloths’ powers from Shaka, Mu telepathically tells Aiolia and Lyfia, who are headed to Yggdrasil, that its barrier can be broken using their God Cloths to raise

S1·E6 Core

Entering the 7 Chambers of Yggdrasil!

Jun 20, 2015 · 24 min

The Gold Saints are lured into Yggdrasil by Andreas after breaking Fimbulwinter. Lyfia states the brewing evil can be stopped by destroying the statues in the 7 chambers. The Gold

S1·E7 Mytharc

Showdown: God Cloth vs. God Cloth!

Jul 4, 2015 · 24 min

A showdown of Gold Saints vs. God Warriors in the 7 chambers starts at last! Taurus Aldebaran faces God Warrior Hercules yet again. Meanwhile, in the chamber of ice, Gold Saints Sh

S1·E8 Core

Balder, the Man Chosen by the Gods!

Jul 18, 2015 · 24 min

Shaka, the man closest to the gods, faces God Warrior Balder in the chamber of light. He lives up to his reputation, but Balder subdues him with immense power! Meanwhile, Deathmask

S1·E9 Core

Saga, the Unbreakable Bond of Brothers!

Aug 1, 2015 · 24 min

Sigmund, determined to avenge his younger brother Siegfried, is brushed aside by the immense power of the “strongest” Gold Saint Saga. Meanwhile, in the chamber of the brave, a fie

S1·E10 Core

Clash: Aiolia vs. Andreas!

Aug 15, 2015 · 24 min

Holding Lyfia’s words close to heart, Aiolia finally faces Andreas! Andreas scornfully recounts how he manipulated Lyfia. Fuming with rage, Aiolia’s immense Cosmo turns into a God

S1·E11 Mytharc

Resurrection! Loki, the Evil God of Asgard

Aug 29, 2015 · 24 min

The ultimate forbidden attack Athena Exclamation by Mu, Saga, and Dohko annihilates Andreas! However, the evil fruit continues to grow, swallowing the Gold Saints! While stripped o

S1·E12 Mytharc

The sacred spear Gungnir reborn!

Sep 12, 2015 · 24 min

Empowered by his brother’s determination, Lyfia’s faith, and the Odin Robe, Aiolia, with Odin’s sword and Draupnir in hand, faces off against Loki! The ultimate battle reaches its

S1·E13 Mytharc

Let Our Prayers Be Heard! The Eternal Golden Legend!

Sep 26, 2015 · 24 min

All 12 Gold Saints gather since the Wailing Wall! With the purpose of reviving on earth close at heart, they face the false god Loki who’s armed with the Spear of Gungnir! However,

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