Ep. 249: Muramasa Unseals Kouga While Ichigo Arrives to Confront Him

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Kenpachi battles Tenken, and Yoruichi attempts to convince Haineko and Tobiume that Muramasa betrayed them. Yamamoto, Ukitake, Kyouraku, Hitsugaya, and Hyourinmaru coordinate to defeat Ryuujin Jakka. Uryuu and Chad arrive to fight Muramasa, but he evades their attacks. Senbonzakura assists Muramasa, who incapacitates Chad using his ability since Chad is not a Soul Reaper. When Orihime asks about his motives, Muramasa reveals he desires freedom from solitude. Rukia arrives as Muramasa attempts to escape to unseal Kouga. Uryuu strikes Senbonzakura with Seele Schneider but cannot stop him. Muramasa successfully unseals Kouga just as Ichigo arrives to face him. This segment is part of the Zanpakutou Unknown Tales arc, specifically episode 20 out of 26.