Episode Rankings: Princess Tutu

Don't let the name fool you, Princess Tutu is a fantastic magical girl series about fighting fate that also shows a serious love for classic media. I may have been a bit mixed on its darker second half, but this anime has a way of leaving a lasting impression on anyone who watches it, whether it's because of the characters, animation, subversiveness, or its distinct vibe. Here's my ranking of its episodes:

1. Marionette (S2.10)
2. Swan Lake (S1.13)
3. Finale (S2.13)
4. Banquet Of Darkness (S1.12)
5. The Spinners (S2.08)
6. The Dying Swan (S2.12)
7. Crow Princess (S1.07)
8. La Sylphide (S1.11)
9. Crime And Punishment (S2.04)
10. A Princess's Vow (S1.03)
11. Black Shoes (S1.09)
12. The Prince And The Raven (S2.11)
13. Crown Of Stone (S2.09)
14. On The Night Of The Fire Festival (S1.05)
15. The Raven (S2.01)
16. The Warrior's Fountain (S1.08)
17. The Duck And The Prince (S1.01)
18. The Wandering Knight (S2.05)
19. Cinderella (S1.10)
20. Capella (S2.02)
21. Giselle (S1.04)
22. The Forgotten Story (S2.07)
23. Heart Shard (S1.02)
24. The Maiden's Prayer (S2.03)
25. Dreaming Aurora (S1.06)
26. A Mid Summer Night's Dream (S2.06)