Jack discovers a map to a complex, booby-trapped labyrinth. In its center lies a magical diamond rumored to have the power to send him back to his own time.
: The two compete through various deadly traps and automated robot sentries, often alternating between fighting each other and reluctantly helping one another to survive. Samurai Jack - Season 3Eps13
This episode immediately follows the two-part epic which detailed the origins of Aku and the forging of Jack's father's sword. While "The Birth of Evil" was a grand lore-building arc, "Jack and the Labyrinth" returned to the show's "adventure of the week" format, emphasizing Jack's constant struggle and the near-misses of his quest to return home. Episode XXXIX - Jack and the Labyrinth - IMDb Jack discovers a map to a complex, booby-trapped labyrinth
The thirteenth episode of Samurai Jack 's third season (and thirty-ninth overall) is titled (Episode XXXIX). It originally aired on August 26, 2003 , and serves as the season finale. Episode Plot Summary This episode immediately follows the two-part epic which
: Upon entering, Jack encounters a mysterious, well-dressed master thief who is also seeking the jewel.
: The jewel falls between them and shatters upon landing. The thief is devastated by the loss of potential wealth, while Jack stoically resumes his journey, realizing he must find another way home. Production & Cast Created/Directed by : Genndy Tartakovsky and Robert Alvarez. Writers : Don Shank and Genndy Tartakovsky. Key Voice Cast : Phil LaMarr as Jack. Rino Romano as The Thief. Mako as Aku (appearing in the series intro/epilogue). Context in the Series
: After a frantic chase and battle with a giant guardian robot, the thief manages to reach the diamond first but is nearly trapped. Jack saves him, and they both tumble out of the pyramid.