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10 / 16- 217EP 217
Izuru and Yumichika clash with Abirama and Charlotte in a battle of beauty and blood.
Apr 28, 2009Izuru draws blood from Abirama, who releases his zanpakutou, Águila. Yumichika and Charlotte spar while insulting each other's appearance, agreeing that the most beautiful fighter wins. Charlotte injures Yumichika with several attacks. After Yumichika cuts Charlotte's hair, Charlotte enrages and releases his zanpakutou, Reina de Rosas. Charlotte traps Yumichika in a prison of black thorns, concealing Yumichika's death and hiding his reiatsu. Upon detecting the hidden reiatsu, Yumichika reveals his zanpakutou's true form, a sword with kidou abilities. He uses this power to drain Charlotte's reiatsu, securing his victory in the fight.
- 218EP 218
Yumichika's Zanpakuto Secret and Izuru's Despair-Fueled Victory
May 5, 2009Yumichika explains his use of a nickname for his zanpakutou to conceal kidou abilities and fit in with the eleventh division, where such usage is forbidden. Meanwhile, Findor informs Hisagi that removing pieces of his mask boosts his power. Elsewhere, Izuru battles Abirama, who resurreccion transforms him into a bird that attacks with heavy steel feathers. Izuru counters by using his zanpakutou, Wabisuke, to increase the weight of Abirama's wings, rendering them unable to fly. He notes that this power reflects the third division's belief that war is full of despair. Izuru then decapitates Abirama, stating afterward that he does not seek forgiveness for his actions.
- 219EP 219
Hisagi Releases Kazeshini to Overpower Findor While Poww Defeats Ikkaku
May 12, 2009Hisagi struggles against Findor despite equal power levels. When Findor uses Pinza Aguda to corner him, Hisagi reluctantly releases Kazeshini and overpowers his opponent. Findor breaks ninety percent of his mask to gain strength, but Hisagi damages him severely, leaving Findor paralyzed with fear. Hisagi explains that Findor is inferior because he does not fear his own power. Findor attempts a desperate cero blast but is killed by Kazeshini. Meanwhile, Poww defeats Ikkaku and destroys the pillar he was guarding. Yumichika speaks Ikkaku's name upon seeing his defeat. This event occurs during the Arrancar: Decisive Battle of Karakura arc.
- 220EP 220
Ikkaku Falls! The Shinigami's Crisis
May 19, 2009The destruction of the pillar allows real Karakura Town to return, but Tetsuzaemon Iba halts the process while Sajin Komamura fights Poww. Yumichika attempts to pursue the defeated Ikkaku, only to be knocked unconscious by Hisagi and Izuru. In his base form, Poww strikes Komamura aside, then releases his zanpakutou, Calderón, to grow massive and target Ikkaku and Iba. Komamura ultimately overpowers and defeats Poww using his bankai. Iba reprimands Ikkaku for failing to protect the pillar due to his reluctance to reveal his strength, insisting that true combat requires following orders even at the cost of one's life. Meanwhile, Baraggan becomes visibly angered by the defeat of his Fracciones.
- 221EP 221
Soul Reapers Confront Espada and Their Fracciones in Intense Combat
May 26, 2009Ggio Vega and Nirgge Parduoc, the two remaining Fracciones of Barragan, engage Soi Fon and Marechiyo Oomaeda. Shunsui Kyouraku and Juushirou Ukitake, captains of the eighth and thirteenth divisions, confront Coyote Stark but refuse to fight his Fraccion, Lilinette Gingerbuck. Meanwhile, Toushirou Hitsugaya battles Tier Halibel, while Rangiku Matsumoto fights her Fracciones, who utilize cero blasts to defend against her zanpakutou. Oomaeda struggles against Nirgge, allowing Soi Fon to pin Ggio to a wall and release her zanpakutou. This segment is part of the Arrancar: Decisive Battle of Karakura arc, specifically episode 7 out of 12.
- 222EP 222
Sui-Feng and Omaeda confront their opponents in a fierce clash of skills
Jun 2, 2009Ggio breaks free from his restraints and engages Soi Fon in combat, criticizing her for sparing him earlier. He summons his zanpakutou, Tigre Estoque, and fights her with comparable or superior ability. Meanwhile, Oomaeda battles Nirgge, who initially matches his speed even in a slower release state. Oomaeda then reveals his earlier slowness was a ruse, outmaneuvering Nirgge to strike him with Gegetsuburi. Although Nirgge recovers, he is knocked down again when Ggio accidentally hits Soi Fon into his head during the ongoing struggle. This sequence is part of the Arrancar: Decisive Battle of Karakura arc, specifically episode 8 out of 12.
- 223EP 223
Soi Fon Defeats Ggio and Advances to Confront Baraggan
Jun 9, 2009Soi Fon remains pinned by Ggio while Nirgge attacks Oomaeda. Oomaeda defeats Nirgge and attempts to assist Soi Fon. Ggio prepares a cero blast to kill Oomaeda, but Soi Fon breaks free, knocking Oomaeda to safety. She reveals her intention to study the resurrección form of an Arrancar before facing the Espadas. Ggio transforms into his resurrección form to increase his power, yet Soi Fon easily defeats him using her zanpakutou ability. Following this victory, Soi Fon and Oomaeda proceed to face Baraggan. This segment is part of the Arrancar: Decisive Battle of Karakura arc, specifically episode 9 of 12.
- 224EP 224
Rangiku faces a crisis against Halibel's three Fracciones while Momo intervenes.
Jun 16, 2009Rangiku engages in combat with Tier Halibel's three Fracciones: Emilou Apacci, Franceska Mila Rose, and Cyan Sung-Sun. She struggles until fifth division lieutenant Momo Hinamori arrives, determined to fight her former captain. Momo employs a kidou combination that severely wounds the three Fracciones, but they heal by releasing their zanpakutou. They then use their left arms to create a strange creature sharing their traits. Meanwhile, Kyouraku continues his battle with Stark, yet neither combatant is willing to release their zanpakutou. This segment is part of the Arrancar: Decisive Battle of Karakura arc, specifically episode 10 out of 12.
- 225EP 225
Vice-Captains Annihilated! The Terrifying Demonic Beast
Jun 23, 2009Lilynette attacks Ukitake, who blocks her effortlessly and urges surrender, provoking her anger. Ayon, a fused creature, severely injures Rangiku and Momo with ease until Hisagi and Izuru arrive to intervene. While Izuru treats the wounded, Hisagi engages Ayon but is overpowered. Iba attempts to assist but is repelled by a cero blast from Ayon’s hidden eye. The beast discards Hisagi and targets Izuru. Disappointed that his subordinates failed to defeat the enemy, Yamamoto steps in to fight Ayon directly, managing to wound it with his staff during the confrontation.
- 226EP 226
Yamamoto Defeats Ayon While Ichigo and Hitsugaya Face Espada Opponents
Jun 30, 2009Yamamoto easily defeats the enraged Ayon and Halibel's Fracciones after the latter grows in size. Hitsugaya struggles against Halibel, who reveals she is the Third Espada and attacks him with energy. Kyouraku engages Stark, who identifies himself as the First Espada. In Las Noches, Chad and Renji defeat the Exequias, leaving Rukia to fight Rudbornn. Meanwhile, Ichigo continues his battle with Ulquiorra. Despite Ulquiorra's claim that Ichigo's allies will lose, Ichigo maintains faith in their victory and persists in fighting. This segment concludes the Arrancar arc.
- 227EP 227
Ichigo and Chad befriend Keigo and Mizuiro while Orihime meets Chizuru in Karakura Town.
Jul 7, 2009In the living world, students attend their first day at Karakura High School. Ichigo and Chad befriend Keigo and Mizuiro Kojima after rescuing Keigo from thugs. Orihime encounters Chizuru, who attempts to woo her but is kicked by Tatsuki. Meanwhile, in the Soul Society, lieutenants decide to promote Renji to lieutenant of the sixth division and send Rukia to Karakura Town. Renji discusses the promotion with friends but plans to keep it a surprise until Rukia returns. After speaking with her captain and third seat officers, Rukia travels to Karakura Town, arriving simultaneously as the first episode begins.
- 228EP 228filler
Soul Reapers vacation to the ocean after Byakuya destroys a pool
Jul 14, 2009Following the destruction of a secret pool at his residence, Captain Byakuya Kuchiki joins other Soul Reapers for a seaside vacation in the living world. After purchasing swimwear, the group gathers at the beach, where they must assist Jushiro Ukitake due to his sensitivity to heat. Participants compete in a beach art contest, but the event is interrupted when watermelon-shaped monsters attack, leaving most fighters powerless without their zanpakutou. Yoruichi Shihouin and Soi Fon defeat the creatures, revealing that Retsu Unohana orchestrated the gathering with Byakuya and Ukitake as a watermelon-splitting game, with additional arrivals occurring as the episode concludes.
- 229EP 229filler
Ikkaku and Yumichika hunt a hollow in Karakura Town while staying with Keigo.
Jul 21, 2009Ikkaku and Yumichika arrive in Karakura Town to capture a hollow that attacked a Soul Society convoy. They initially seek lodging at Ichigo’s home but are redirected to Keigo’s residence. Mizuho Asano, Keigo’s sister, shows strong interest in Ikkaku, prompting Yumichika to glue a wig onto Ikkaku’s head. This action upsets Mizuho, who makes their stay difficult, forcing the pair to camp outside. While Mizuho and Keigo purchase juice, the hollow attacks Mizuho. Ikkaku removes the wig and intervenes to save her. The following day, the Shinigami prepare to depart. Mizuho acknowledges Ikkaku’s rescue, and the two reconcile, restoring their relationship before the mission concludes.
- 230EP 230filler
Muramasa's Zanpakuto Rebellion Shocks the Soul Society
Jul 28, 2009A mysterious figure signals his allies to act while Ichigo Kurosaki experiences a strange connection with Zangetsu. In the Seireitei, Thirteen Court Guard Squads captains and lieutenants find their zanpakutou malfunctioning and causing detachment. When ryoka attempt to breach Shigekuni Yamamoto-Genryuusai's quarters, he and Choujirou Sasakibe confront them, only to be shocked by the intruders' identity. Yamamoto summons the squad leaders to Soukyoku Hill, where the stranger identifies himself as Muramasa. Sajin Komamura attacks with Tenken, but the sword assumes a human form, strikes him down, and joins Muramasa. Other Soul Reapers fail to release their weapons as the zanpakutou transform and declare war against their masters.
- 231EP 231filler
Byakuya Disappears with Cherry Blossoms as Zanpakutou Rebel
Aug 4, 2009Ichigo discovers Rukia Kuchiki injured while a strange woman wielding her powers attacks her. This woman is revealed to be Rukia's zanpakutou, Sode no Shirayuki. Ichigo subdues the renegade spirit, which retreats to the Soul Society. At Kisuke Urahara's shop, Rukia explains that Soul Reaper zanpakutou have attacked their masters, noting her brother Byakuya Kuchiki was defeated by Senbonzakura. Yoruichi Shihouin returns from the Soul Society, confirming survivors of Muramasa encounters. The remaining Thirteen Court Guard Squads regroup at the fourth division headquarters to restore defenses. Urahara notes only Soul Society zanpakutou are affected and plans to capture a materialized one. Rukia departs for the Soul Society to find Byakuya, prompting Ichigo and Yoruichi to follow and save the realm.
- 232EP 232filler
Rukia battles her zanpakutou Sode no Shirayuki while Ichigo and Yoruichi search for Byakuya.
Aug 11, 2009Rukia returns to the sixth division headquarters to reunite with Renji Abarai, but Byakuya’s fate remains unknown following the rebellion. Meanwhile, Ichigo and Yoruichi arrive in the Soul Society and separate to investigate clues. Rukia visits Byakuya’s compound and encounters Sode no Shirayuki, who demands her freedom. After a fierce fight, Rukia is defeated. Ichigo intervenes to save her from freezing, but he is also defeated because he refuses to harm Rukia’s zanpakutou. Desperate, Rukia uses kidou to bind herself to Sode no Shirayuki, demonstrating their inseparable bond. This action causes an explosion that severely injures Rukia. Sode no Shirayuki changes her mind and tries to reach her mistress, but Muramasa appears to restrain her. Muramasa introduces himself to Ichigo as a zanpakutou.
- 233EP 233filler
Zangetsu Turns Against Ichigo as Muramasa Severs Their Bond
Aug 18, 2009Muramasa dismisses Sode no Shirayuki and explains to Ichigo that zanpakutou can achieve independence from their Soul Reaper hosts, citing himself as proof. Ichigo rejects this notion and attacks, but Muramasa uses illusions to pin him down and forcibly extracts Zangetsu. The manifested sword immediately assaults Ichigo. Concurrently, Mayuri Kurotsuchi conducts self-experiments to study zanpakutou manifestation. After Zangetsu seemingly defeats Ichigo, the protagonist shifts into his inner hollow form to counterattack, forcing Zangetsu into a defensive stance. Muramasa attempts a surprise strike, but the inner hollow regenerates instantly and retaliates. Ichigo eventually reasserts control over his body before his hollow form can act further, collapsing unconscious at Muramasa's feet.
- 234EP 234filler
Renji encounters Zabimaru's split forms while Rukia recovers and Ichigo faces Muramasa's trap
Aug 25, 2009Rukia is rescued by the Fourth Division to heal from her wounds. Shuuhei Hisagi faces an assault from his zanpakutou, Kazeshini, during his Seireitei patrol. Renji searches the ruins for Byakuya but meets Zabimaru’s separate entities, Saru and Hebi, who refuse to return to their master. They claim all zanpakutou hear a voice urging them to attack their owners. Meanwhile, Ichigo awakens in Zangetsu’s dimension to find the old man absent. He confronts Muramasa, who quickly disables him and summons his inner hollow. Muramasa freezes the hollow, believing it subdued, but the entity feigns weakness before launching a sudden attack on him.
- 235EP 235filler
Hisagi confronts Kazeshini while Renji struggles against Zabimaru and Ichigo battles Muramasa internally.
Sep 1, 2009Juushirou Ukitake and Shunsui Kyouraku debate whether destroying zanpakutou spirits eliminates the weapons themselves. Renji fights Zabimaru, who mocks his weakness, while Hisagi battles Kazeshini and resolves to kill the spirit despite potential loss of his own zanpakutou. Inside Ichigo’s mind, his inner hollow fights Muramasa until Muramasa restrains him. Ichigo then perceives through Muramasa’s powers to save his inner hollow, asserting that the hollow is part of him. He forces Muramasa out of his mind to continue the fight externally. When Zabimaru threatens Rukia, Renji recalls Ichigo’s and his own reasons for fighting, regaining his resolve to activate Zabimaru’s shikai. This event occurs during the Zanpakutou Unknown Tales arc, specifically episode 6 of 26.
- 236EP 236filler
Release! The New Getsuga Tensho
Sep 8, 2009Kazeshini attacks Hisagi, but Izuru Kira uses kidou to bind the enemy, allowing them to escape. Meanwhile, Renji struggles against Zabimaru, who activates bankai while Renji cannot. Renji tricks Zabimaru into taking his sword, breaks it with kidou, and defeats the entity by firing the shards. Ichigo battles Zangetsu, who also activates bankai. Ichigo combines forces with his inner hollow to use Getsuga Tenshou, defeating Zangetsu and forcing Muramasa to retreat. Zangetsu explains that Muramasa is using a technique to awaken zanpakutou instincts, enabling him to control them. This event occurs during the Zanpakutou Unknown Tales arc on 7/26.
- 237EP 237filler
Ichigo and Ikkaku investigate Muramasa's influence on Zanpakuto spirits in the Seireitei.
Sep 15, 2009Ichigo informs Ukitake, Kyouraku, and Retsu Unohana about Muramasa's powers, then patrols the Seireitei with Ikkaku Madarame to locate the affected entities. Meanwhile, an intruder incapacitates Soul Reaper guards at a compound. Marechiyo Oomaeda discovers the unconscious guards and encounters his Zanpakuto spirit, Gegetsuburi, alongside Ikkaku's spirit, Houzukimaru. Ichigo and Ikkaku interrupt the confrontation, knocking Oomaeda out of the fight. Ichigo battles Gegetsuburi while Ikkaku fights Houzukimaru. Ichigo defeats Gegetsuburi, but Ikkaku is wounded by Houzukimaru's Bankai. Ukitake, Kyouraku, and Soi Fon arrive to surround Houzukimaru, who escapes using his Bankai, though the group secures Gegetsuburi. Ichigo pursues Houzukimaru, but Senbonzakura's petals block his path, revealing Byakuya as the attacker before he disappears.
- 238EP 238filler
Ichigo searches for Byakuya while Haineko and Tobiume seek Hyourinmaru.
Sep 22, 2009Ichigo Kurosaki continues his search for Byakuya Kuchiki and encounters the zanpakutou spirits Haineko and Tobiume, who are hunting Hyourinmaru. Rangiku Matsumoto and Momo Hinamori arrive to battle their respective spirits. Momo casts a kidou spell that knocks Tobiume into Haineko, triggering an argument between the two. Meanwhile, Ichigo meets Hyourinmaru, who has forgotten his name and master. He tries to freeze Ichigo and depart, but Toushirou Hitsugaya intervenes. In a separate location, Muramasa encounters and kills a large group of Gillians. This segment is part of the Zanpakutou Unknown Tales arc, specifically episode 9 of 26.
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Hitsugaya Battles Hyorinmaru While Rangiku and Momo Subdue Their Zanpakuto
Sep 29, 2009Ichigo remains imprisoned by Hyourinmaru as Hitsugaya confronts the spirit. In the woods, Rangiku and Momo defeat their Zanpakuto using Kidou. Hitsugaya attempts to seal Hyourinmaru, but the spirit dissolves the technique effortlessly, darkening the sky with immense power. Recalling their first meeting, Hitsugaya appeals to Hyourinmaru to recognize him as his master. He successfully activates the Zanpakuto's Shikai, proving his authority despite freezing himself and losing consciousness. This event occurs during the Zanpakutou Unknown Tales arc on 10/26.
- 240EP 240filler
Byakuya's Betrayal
Oct 6, 2009Mayuri experiments on Gegetsuburi, learning zanpakutou return only after owner defeat. Rangiku and Momo send their weapons to the fourth division barracks, but an unknown assailant attacks the transport cart. Ichigo meets with Rangiku and Momo, then reaches Muramasa, who struggles with his abilities in his current body. Ichigo attempts to attack Muramasa but is stopped by Senbonzakura. Ichigo fights Senbonzakura and gains the upper hand before Byakuya arrives. Byakuya reveals he has joined Muramasa to protect his pride, then disappears with Muramasa and Senbonzakura. This event occurs during the Zanpakutou Unknown Tales arc on 11/26.
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- How many episodes does BLEACH have?
- BLEACH has 366 episodes.
- When did BLEACH come out?
- BLEACH came out in 2004.
- Which studio made BLEACH?
- BLEACH was produced by Studio Pierrot.
- Who directed BLEACH?
- BLEACH was directed by Noriyuki Abe.
- Is BLEACH finished?
- Current status of BLEACH: Finished.