Princess Knight

Princess Knight

Year: 1000

Runtime: 1,560 mins

Language: Japanese

Animation

Sapphire, a princess born with both a girl’s and a boy’s heart due to an angel’s mischief, is raised as a prince because the realm lacks a male heir. When scheming ministers threaten to expose her true gender, she adopts the alter‑ego “Princess Knight,” brandishing a sword of justice to confront the kingdom’s cruelty.

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1

Princess Sapphire is Born

Sapphire is born into the royal family of Silverland, but her father, the King, announces her as a boy to protect her from the evil Duke Duralumin, who would repress the kingdom if he knew Sapphire's true gender. Sapphire receives both a pink girl's heart and a blue boy's heart, a rare gift that sets her apart. God sends the angel Tink to Earth to retrieve Sapphire's extra heart and prevent her from being harmed.

2

Tink Meets Sapphire

Tink arrives on Earth and attempts to take Sapphire's boy's heart, but Sapphire refuses to let him remove it, showing her resolve to stay true to herself. Their encounter begins a series of adventures as they navigate the dangers threatening Silverland. Sapphire's dual hearts give her unique abilities and determination to protect her kingdom.

3

Sapphire's Night Mask

At night, Sapphire dons a Zorro-style mask and becomes the Phantom Knight, fighting crime and secretly protecting her people from evil. Her alter ego is a mystery to many and adds an element of daring heroism to the story. This dual identity allows her to combat enemies like Satan and warlocks covertly.

4

Encounter with Franz Charming

Sapphire crosses paths with Franz Charming, the prince of Goldland. Franz recognizes Sapphire in three different personas—her as a prince, a princess, and her Phantom Knight alter ego—causing complex feelings and rivalry. Their relationship is multi-layered, blending friendship, romance, and rivalry.

5

Duralumin's Coup

Duralumin, the antagonist, stages a coup, attempting to take over Silverland with the support of Mr. X from the X-Union. The King and Queen are captured during the chaos, while Duralumin plans to make his son king and himself regent. The coup marks a significant escalation in the conflict for control over Silverland.

6

Duralumin is Assassinated

Nylon, driven insane by Duralumin's abuse, assassinates him and proclaims himself ruler. However, Mr. X quickly dismisses Nylon, revealing he has no intention of letting Nylon rule and instead takes control of the invading forces. This power shift intensifies the danger facing Silverland.

7

The King and Queen Are Killed

Despite Sapphire and Franz's efforts to save them, the King and Queen are executed and cast into the sea. Their deaths symbolize the fall of Silverland's royal family and galvanize Sapphire to take a stand against the invaders. The loss energizes the final battle for the kingdom.

8

Preparation for the Final Battle

Sapphire uses three magical balls representing the kingdoms to rally her people, ringing the bells to inspire resistance. She then melts the balls into a magic axe that grants her the power to confront Mr. X and his troops. This marks the beginning of her decisive fight to save Silverland.

9

Confrontation with Mr. X

Sapphire, wielding her magic axe, duels Mr. X in the castle ruins. With Franz's help, she wounds Mr. X, who retaliates fiercely. Just as Mr. X prepares to finish her, Tink prays to God, and a lightning bolt strikes X, temporarily weakening him. The battle reaches its climax with Sapphire fighting to save her kingdom.

10

Castle Collapses and Tink Sacrifices Himself

Mr. X, seemingly defeated, begins destroying the castle in rage, causing it to collapse onto himself and Nylon. Tink, mortally wounded, sacrifices his life by calling on God to resurrect Sapphire's parents. His death underscores his noble sacrifice to save Silverland and Sapphire.

11

Restoration and Marriage

God answers Tink's plea and resurrects the King and Queen, restoring the royal family. Sapphire emerges victorious, and she and Franz marry, symbolizing hope and new beginnings for Silverland. Tink's spirit ascends to heaven, earning his wings after fulfilling his divine mission.

Last Updated: August 19, 2025 at 05:13

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