「侵攻」 (Shinkou)
"Invasion"

Pacing problems galore.

「残照」 (Zanshou)
"Afterglow"

I hope you finished watching the original Utawarerumono before this episode. I finally did.

「宴」 (Utage)
"Banquet"

Ladies, this one's for you.

「仮面」 (Kamen)
"Masks"

This episode has a message, and it makes sure it gets it across: War is hell.

「剣豪」 (Kengou)
"Blade Master"

A good, if a bit wonky, first battle between the peoples of Yamato and the Uzuurussha.

「八柱将」 (Hachi Hashira Shou)
"The Eight Pillar Generals"

Prepare yourself for a crash course in Yamato politics. Not an entirely unpleasant one, but it's a lot to take in.

「鎖の巫」 (Kusari no Miko)
"Kamunagi of Chains"

The last of the party has gathered. The first half is over. The real story (should) start now.

「皇女の火遊び」 (Oujo no Hiasobi)
"The Princess Plays with Fire"

Of course, the one week Stilts has to step out, Utawarerumono: Itsuwari no Kamen gets moving.

「恋慕」 (Renbo)
"In Love"

What a strange episode.

「神眠りし國の使者」 (Kami Nemurishi Kuni no Shisha)
"Messengers from the Land Where Gods Sleep"

One part nostalgia trip, one part zany family sitcom, and a dash of romcom. Shake gently and serve.