Episode 1
See priest Ukoku's rise to the position of Sanzō. Also, see Kōryū's childhood under Kōmyō Sanzō and his appointment to the position of Genjō Sanzō.
Episode 2
See Son Goku's imprisonment atop Mount Gogyō and his first meeting with Genjō Sanzo.
Episode 3
See Gojyo and Hakkai's first meeting and how they came to be roommates.