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The Developer of the Modified Souls
Aug 30, 2011Captains presumed dead return to battle reigai while Ichigo’s unstable powers force him to rest. Urahara and Kon investigate Inaba, discovering Soul Reaper Ouko Yushima separated spirit particles into modified souls Nozomi and Inaba. After defeating reigai versions of Soi Fon and Oomaeda, they find Yushima unresponsive in the Nest of Maggots, concluding he will never regain consciousness. Meanwhile, Ichigo’s hollowfied form takes over and escapes the building. This segment is part of the Gotei 13 Invading Army arc, specifically episode 21 out of 26.
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Kon attempts to rescue Nozomi while Urahara fights his reigai and Yushima completes his fusion with Inaba.
Sep 6, 2011Urahara and Kon travel to find Inaba's second laboratory, but Urahara is stopped by his reigai. Kon enters the lab and tries to wake Nozomi from her capsule. She initially urges him to flee, but his devotion moves her to help restore Ichigo's spiritual energy. Before the soul candy can be made, Nemu's reigai intervenes. At that moment, the fusion between Nozomi and Inaba finishes. Ichigo's hollowfied form defeats the Eighth Division members. As he prepares to destroy Nanao's reigai, the fused Yushima appears before him. This event occurs during the Gotei 13 Invading Army arc, specifically part 22 of 26.
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Ichigo Protects Rukia as Yushima Reveals Sumitsukigasa's Power on Soukyoku Hill
Sep 13, 2011Yushima attempts to ignore Ichigo's hollowfied state, but the creature pursues him to Soukyoku Hill. Captains and their reigai counterparts are reinforced by lieutenants, while Rukia, Renji, Orihime, Uryuu, and Chad arrive to stop Yushima. However, the combined strength of Nozomi and Inaba overwhelms the group. Yushima unveils the true nature of his zanpakutou, Sumitsukigasa, and defeats everyone present. Before he can deliver a final blow, Ichigo leaps in front of Rukia to intercept an attack intended for her, sacrificing himself to protect her life during this critical confrontation on the hill.
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Ichigo Regains Power to Face Yushima as Soul Society Allies Unite
Sep 20, 2011After Yushima stabs Ichigo, his hollow form shatters, stripping him of his powers. While Ichigo watches his friends struggle against Yushima’s defenses, Nemu’s reigai delivers fusion stabilizer but unexpectedly attacks Yushima. This action reveals Kon’s presence, having been placed inside the reigai by Urahara and Mayuri. Kon provides Ichigo with a complete soul candy, restoring his abilities and allowing him to prepare his bankai. Simultaneously, Byakuya realizes that reigai will not sacrifice themselves to attack originals when gathered, as this contradicts their beliefs. Consequently, the original characters unite with the reigai to defend the Soul Society against the invading Gotei 13 forces during this critical confrontation.
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The Invading Army Arc concludes with Ichigo defeating Yushima and Nozomi's final farewell.
Sep 27, 2011Ichigo defeats Yushima by targeting his saketsu after firing a hollowfied Getsuga Tenshou that the enemy cannot absorb. Nozomi temporarily regains control to sever Yushima’s binding soul chain, allowing the reigai to destroy the spirit particle-absorbing structure at the cost of their lives. Ichigo breaks the fusion with an enraged Yushima, leading to Inaba questioning his thoughts before fading away. Nozomi reunites with Kon and her friends, sharing a heartfelt goodbye before she also fades away, marking the end of the Gotei 13 Invading Army arc.
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Ichigo battles a hollow with his final Getsuga Tenshou while Rukia protects him before her departure.
Oct 4, 2011Ichigo struggles with fading powers and is advised by Rukia and Uryuu to stop fighting hollows, a directive from Ukitake. He spends the next day ice skating with friends and enjoys fireworks at night. A massive hollow appears as they return home. Rukia attempts to shield Ichigo, freezing the enemy's legs, while Ichigo uses his last Getsuga Tenshou to destroy it. Exhausted, Ichigo accepts his fate and the instruction to rest. He wakes surrounded by friends, noting his spirits are gone. As Rukia fades away, he says goodbye and thanks her for her friendship and protection before she fully disappears.
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Third-year high school student Ichigo Kurosaki faces new challenges after regaining his powers.
Oct 11, 2011Seventeen months after defeating Sousuke Aizen and losing his Soul Reaper abilities, Ichigo Kurosaki lives peacefully as a third-year high school student. While walking home, he stops a thief and returns the stolen bag to its owner. The following day, the thief and his gang confront Ichigo at school, where Uryuu Ishida intervenes. Meanwhile, the bag’s owner meets with friends and reveals that he has located Ichigo. This narrative marks the beginning of the Lost Substitute Shinigami arc, serving as the first installment of twenty-three episodes in this storyline.
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Ichigo and Uryu face a kidnapping by Ikumi Unagiya and a warning from Kuugo Ginjou.
Oct 25, 2011Ichigo and Uryuu easily defeat a gang, but Ichigo is kidnapped by his boss, Ikumi Unagiya, and forced to work. The client, Kuugo Ginjou, whose bag was stolen, asks Ichigo to investigate his father, Isshin Kurosaki. Ichigo refuses but becomes interested when Ginjou mentions that his sister, Karin Kurosaki, visited Kisuke Urahara. Ginjou gives Ichigo a Xcution business card and cryptically warns him to act before his family is harmed. Meanwhile, Uryuu chases a strange man near Ichigo's house and is critically injured. This event is part of The Lost Substitute Shinigami arc, specifically episode 2 of 23.
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Uryu Under Attack, Danger Approaches the Group of Friends
Oct 31, 2011Ichigo discards his substitute badge in a river, intending to move past his past. Orihime Inoue informs him that Uryuu is hospitalized, leading Ichigo to the hospital where Ryuuken Ishida dismisses him. Ryuuken reveals to Orihime that the attacker was a powered human and warns her of the danger. The following day, Keigo Asano and Mizuiro Kojima are assaulted by a thief Ichigo had previously apprehended. Ichigo intervenes to save them and encounters Uryuu’s attacker, who escapes upon Ryuuken’s arrival. Recognizing his exclusion from critical information due to his lack of powers, Ichigo resolves to reach out to Xcution.
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Ichigo visits Xcution and meets Chad after learning about Fullbring abilities.
Nov 1, 2011After contacting Ginjou, Ichigo is taken to the Xcution headquarters where he discovers that members possess Fullbring, a power enabling manipulation of inanimate object souls. This ability stems from residual spiritual energy left by hollows that attacked their pregnant mothers. Yasutora "Chad" Sado, previously missing, unexpectedly appears at the base, surprising Ichigo. Ginjou explains that Xcution intends to restore Ichigo's Soul Reaper powers so they can eliminate their own Fullbring abilities. Ichigo refuses this offer, clarifying that his only goal is to uncover information his family and friends have been hiding from him. This event occurs during the Lost Substitute Shinigami arc on 4/23.
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Ichigo's confusion regarding a crisis approaching the Kurosaki family
Nov 8, 2011An attacker stabs an incomplete Hollow and demands its cooperation. Ichigo returns home to resume his daily life. Chad tries to persuade Ichigo to join Xcution, arguing that Ichigo desires the power to protect his loved ones. While walking through town, Ichigo spots the attacker and gives chase but encounters his younger sister, Yuzu Kurosaki. A Hollow attacks them, but Ginjou intervenes and eliminates the threat. Consequently, Ichigo returns to Xcution and accepts their offer. Ginjou then returns Ichigo's Substitute Shinigami badge to him. This segment is part of The Lost Substitute Shinigami arc, specifically episode 5 out of 23.
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Ichigo Uses Substitute Badge to Master Fullbring Abilities
Nov 15, 2011Ichigo visits Xcution headquarters to learn Fullbring techniques. Riruka Dokugamine shrinks him and places him in a dollhouse. He must defeat an aggressive pig plushie within a time limit set by Giriko Kutsuzawa. Chad advises Ichigo to rely on his pride. Ichigo uses his substitute badge as the focal item to materialize his Fullbring. This event occurs during the Lost Substitute Shinigami arc on 6/23.
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Orihime Faces Moe Shishigawara While Ichigo Escapes After Defeating the Plushie
Nov 22, 2011Ichigo utilizes his Fullbring to defeat a pig plushie, allowing him to escape from the dollhouse. Meanwhile, Orihime is confronted by Moe Shishigawara, who intends to kill her. Shishigawara is interrupted by his superior, the assailant of Uryuu, who is revealed to be Shuukurou Tsukishima. Tsukishima prepares to punish Shishigawara for disobeying his orders. Orihime decides to intervene in the confrontation between the two men. This event occurs during the Lost Substitute Shinigami arc, which is the seventh episode out of twenty-three in the series.
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Tsukishima's Secret Past Revealed as Gingou Accelerates Ichigo's Training Regimen
Nov 29, 2011After Tsukishima feigns stabbing Orihime, she begins recalling him as a friend but hides this from Ichigo, telling only Chad. Suspecting her secrecy, Ichigo returns to Xcution headquarters where Gingou explains Tsukishima was a founding member. Gingou reveals that when the group attempted to transfer powers to a Substitute Soul Reaper, Tsukishima killed the substitute and the involved members before vanishing. Given these revelations about Tsukishima's actions, Gingou decides to accelerate Ichigo's training schedule. This narrative occurs during the Lost Substitute Shinigami arc, specifically episode 8 of 23.
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Ichigo faces Jackie Tristan in a fish tank after Ginjou suggests her as an opponent.
Dec 6, 2011Ichigo continues his training while hoping to battle a member of Xcution. Ginjou proposes Jackie Tristan as his opponent, but she refuses and leaves angrily. Meanwhile, Tsukishima orders Shishigawara to follow Chad, though Chad remains wary without any attack occurring. After observing Ichigo pass his training inside a bird cage, Jackie decides to fight him in a fish tank, both arranged by Riruka. Jackie introduces herself fully, activates her Fullbring using her boots, and attacks the surprised Ichigo. This event occurs during the Lost Substitute Shinigami arc on 9/23.
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Tsukishima Attacks! The Training Has Been Thwarted
Dec 13, 2011Ichigo trains with Jackie, who initially dominates him using superior experience. Ichigo activates his Fullbring ability, Bringer Light, to gain the upper hand. During the fight, his powers spiral out of control, yet he refuses to stop despite Jackie's pleas to end the session. Suddenly, Tsukishima assaults the Xcution group with the intent to kill Ichigo. He slices through the fish tank holding both combatants. Ichigo then emerges, demonstrating the next evolution of his Fullbring capabilities. This event occurs within the Lost Substitute Shinigami arc on date 10/23.
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Ichigo Perfects Fullbring Abilities During Confrontation with Tsukishima
Dec 20, 2011Ichigo, Chad, and Xcution engage Tsukishima in combat outside after Chad strikes him before learning he attacked Uryuu and Orihime. Ichigo discovers this truth and attacks, but the skilled Fullbringer overpowers him. Ginjou intervenes to fight Tsukishima, resulting in a more balanced duel. Unable to remain passive, Ichigo attacks again and lands a blow, but is halted by Yukio Hans Vorarlberna. Yukio then takes over the confrontation, stopping Tsukishima himself. This sequence occurs within the Lost Substitute Shinigami arc, specifically episode 11 of 23, highlighting the intense struggle between the protagonists and their formidable opponents as Ichigo seeks to master his Fullbring powers amidst the escalating conflict.
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Ichigo battles Ginjo within Yukio's Fullbring game space while allies regroup
Dec 27, 2011Protected by Yukio's Fullbring, Ichigo trains with Ginjo inside a video game simulation. Meanwhile, Chad, Ginjou, and Riruka force Tsukishima to retreat, prompting the group to relocate to a second hideout to reconsider his motives. Orihime heals Uryuu as they discuss the new threat, though they cannot determine if previous incidents share a single culprit. Orihime later meets Chad, who returns her to the Xcution hideout to heal Ichigo. In a separate location, Urahara and Isshin prepare to collect spiritual energy in a vat with assistance from Soul Reaper Rukia Kuchiki.
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Soul Reapers celebrate the new year with chaotic kite flying and a ceremonial dance.
Jan 10, 2012During the seventeen-month time skip, Soul Reapers in the Soul Society mark the new year. Izuru Kira organizes a kite-flying event that devolves into a chaotic competition across squad divisions, despite his efforts to control it. Meanwhile, Rukia prepares for a ceremonial dance her late sister performed years ago, feeling inadequate about her skills. Renji Abarai attempts to assist her, but she becomes angry and dismisses him after he accidentally stains her kimono with ink. Upon receiving her sister's actual kimono, Rukia understands Renji's intention was to help her relax and reduce her anxiety. She sends him an apology letter, and he attends the dance, which ultimately proves to be a significant success for everyone involved.
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Ginjo's Deceptive Tactics and Ichigo's Spiritual Awakening
Jan 17, 2012Ichigo undergoes training with Ginjo while Orihime provides healing. Ginjo intentionally blinds Ichigo and uses antagonistic words to provoke anger, causing Ichigo to question his mentor's true motives. When Ginjo threatens to kill Chad and Orihime, Ichigo detects his spiritual pressure. This realization allows Ichigo to wound Ginjo using his Fullbring, which has reached its final level. Following the attack, Ginjo apologizes for his deceptive behavior. This segment is part of the Lost Substitute Shinigami arc, specifically episode 13 out of 23.
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Tsukishima's Ability, the Danger is Drawing Near!
Jan 24, 2012Ichigo refines his completed Fullbring while Xcution resolves to safeguard him for their objectives. Riruka departs to locate Chad and Orihime, who are actively investigating Tsukishima. During her search, Riruka is ambushed and attacked by Tsukishima using his Fullbring. He subsequently confronts Chad and Orihime, proving difficult to defeat because his power integrates him into their memories, preventing them from harming him. This narrative segment belongs to The Lost Substitute Shinigami arc, specifically identified as episode 14 out of 23 in the series.
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Xcution members fall under Tsukishima's control after he manipulates Ichigo's family
Jan 31, 2012Ichigo finishes his Fullbring training, and Ginjou advises him to return home to visit his sisters. However, Tsukishima activates a Fullbring ability placed on Ichigo's friends and relatives, causing them to believe he is a close family member. When Ichigo leaves the location, he runs into Ginjou. The leader informs Ichigo that all other members of the Xcution organization have been subdued and are now under Tsukishima's control, leaving Ichigo isolated from his allies.
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Ichigo confronts brainwashed friends while battling Tsukishima in a sorrowful battle
Feb 7, 2012Ichigo and Ginjou discover Tsukishima’s Fullbring manipulates memories of those he cuts, but Yukio exposes them and escorts them to the mansion. Ichigo’s affected friends and sisters welcome them, forcing Ichigo to flee to avoid fighting them. He is intercepted by the brainwashed Xcution members. Ginjou destroys the staircase to handle his former comrades while Ichigo engages Tsukishima. Ichigo gains the upper hand with his Fullbring and severely injures Tsukishima’s arm. However, Chad and Orihime, also under the influence, intervene to stop Ichigo from delivering the final blow. They explain that Tsukishima has been part of their lives from the beginning, complicating the conflict.
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Ichigo confronts Uryu while Ginjou reveals his true identity and betrayal.
Feb 14, 2012Chad and Orihime attempt to stop Ichigo from attacking Tsukishima, believing he has lost his mind. The conflict moves outdoors, where Ginjou faces difficulties with Shishigawara’s punches during a confrontation with his peers. As Tsukishima is about to slash the overwhelmed Ichigo, Ginjou intercepts the blow. Although seemingly unharmed, Ginjou is suddenly confronted by Uryu, who accuses Ginjou rather than Tsukishima. Before Ichigo can react, Ginjou strikes him down, explaining that he allowed himself to be slashed twice to restore his original form. He then stabs Ichigo with his sword, declaring his intention to seize Ichigo’s Fullbring.
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Frequently asked questions
- 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.