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Hitsugaya Trio Overpowers Enemies as Ichigo Fights Grimmjow Barehanded
Apr 11, 2007Hitsugaya, Rangiku, and Renji effortlessly defeat their foes after having their power restrictions removed. In a separate battle, Ichigo struggles against Grimmjow, who fights without a weapon. Ichigo unleashes Getsuga Tenshou, inflicting minor damage on Grimmjow and triggering his inner Hollow. Before Grimmjow can draw his Zanpakuto, Kaname Tousen intervenes. He retrieves Grimmjow and returns to Hueco Mundo, stating that Grimmjow disobeyed Aizen by engaging in combat in the real world. This sequence occurs during the Arrancar: The Arrival arc, specifically episode 12 of 22.
- 122EP 122
Grimmjow's Arm Severed as Ichigo Confronts the Vizards for Hollow Control
Apr 18, 2007Kaname Tousen returns Grimmjow to Hueco Mundo and seeks Aizen’s permission to execute him. After Aizen refuses, Tousen amputates Grimmjow’s arm and burns it, though Gin Ichimaru implies Aizen orchestrated the event. In the real world, Ichigo realizes his inner hollow is becoming uncontrollable and searches for the Visoreds. Ishida trains with his father at Karakura Hospital, while Chad asks Urahara for training. Ichigo locates the Vizards and engages Hirako in combat, hoping to learn how to master his hollow. Hiyori intervenes to stop the fight and dons her hollow mask to battle Ichigo instead.
- 123EP 123
Ichigo Faces Complete Hollowification During Training With Hiyori and Hirako
Apr 25, 2007Hiyori defeats Ichigo using her hollow mask while he refuses to employ his own mask or bankai. His inner hollow emerges, prompting the Vizards to restrain him before he injures Hiyori. Hirako assigns an exercise to measure Ichigo’s spiritual energy. After Ichigo demonstrates sufficient power, Hirako instructs him to force his inner hollow into the core of his soul. Hirako renders Ichigo unconscious, initiating a battle with his inner hollow within his internal world. Consequently, Ichigo’s physical body in the real world begins to transform into a hollow. This event occurs during the Arrancar: The Arrival arc, specifically episode 14 out of 22.
- 124EP 124
Ichigo and his Hollow clash with Bankai while Vizards fight his berserk body
May 2, 2007Ichigo fights his inner Hollow for control as the Vizards battle his increasingly berserk body. Both Ichigo and his Hollow activate their Bankai and engage in combat. Simultaneously, Ichigo faces inner manifestations of previous enemies, Byakuya Kuchiki and Jin Kariya. The inner Hollow overpowers Ichigo, breaking his sword and stating he refuses to serve someone lacking battle instinct. This segment belongs to the Arrancar: The Arrival arc, specifically part 15 of 22.
- 125EP 125
Urgent Report on Aizen's Terrifying Plan to Overthrow the King
May 9, 2007Ichigo defeats a manifestation of Kenpachi Zaraki, stealing his hollow sword to gain control over his inner hollow. First Division Captain Genryuusai Shigekuni Yamamoto informs Hitsugaya that Aizen intends to use 100,000 human souls in Karakura Town to create a key to the Soul King's dimension and overthrow him. Meanwhile, Chad trains against Renji's bankai at Urahara's shop, while Uryuu spars with his father at Karakura Hospital. Yamamoto also tells Hitsugaya that Lieutenant Momo Hinamori wishes to speak with him. This segment is part of the Arrancar: The Arrival arc, specifically episode 16 of 22.
- 126EP 126
Uryu and Ryuken engage in a fierce battle that tests their Quincy abilities and family bond
May 16, 2007Hinamori remains entranced by Aizen, urging Hitsugaya to save him, which infuriates the captain. Across the town, training intensifies: Ichigo works with Hiyori to extend his Hollow mask duration, Chad trains with Renji to strengthen his arm, and Uryuu practices with Ryuuken to recover his powers. Orihime approaches Ichigo to reveal Aizen’s plans, surprising the Vizards as she crosses the barrier effortlessly. During his sparring match, Uryuu loses patience and attacks Ryuuken, only to be shot through the chest. A pentacle-shaped scar appears at the wound site, and Ryuuken confirms that Uryuu’s Quincy powers have been successfully restored.
- 127EP 127
Urahara's Decision, Orihime's Thoughts
May 30, 2007After Yammy destroys Orihime's attack spirit Tsubaki, Urahara forbids her from joining the upcoming battle against the Arrancar. Although Orihime is saddened, she accepts this choice. Hiyori returns her to the Vizards, where Hachigen Ushouda successfully restores Tsubaki. Concurrently, an Arrancar surgeon reattaches Yammy's arm. Ulquiorra clarifies that Grimmjow lost his Espada rank upon losing his limb, revealing Yammy as the Tenth Espada. Meanwhile, Aizen develops an interest in Orihime's unique abilities. This segment belongs to the Arrancar: The Arrival arc, specifically episode 18 of 22.
- 128EP 128filler
Hitsugaya's Team Investigates the Mysterious Child and the Resurrected Arrancar Threat
Jun 6, 2007Following a Hollow attack, Rangiku shields a child from an Arrancar singing a strange melody. Ikkaku defeats the enemy, but the group decides to delay sending the boy, Shouta Toyokawa, to the Soul Society for interrogation. Shouta insists on completing a task in the real world before departing, though he refuses to specify what it entails. Rangiku persuades Hitsugaya to allow a one-day wait. That night, Shouta tries to steal Rangiku's Zanpakutou to find a specific person, but she catches him. Before Rangiku can demand more details, the Arrancar Ikkaku had previously killed reappears, escalating the situation.
- 129EP 129filler
Dark Emissary Descends as Malice Spreads Through Soul Society
Jun 13, 2007Rangiku and Shouta track an arrancar whose song compels souls to approach it, noting its limitless multiplication. A twelfth division researcher explains that a second arrancar creates these copies, rendering them indestructible. After the Soul Reapers defeat the clones, Shouta locates his sister Yui, the person he sought. Additional arrancar clones attack, prompting Yui to flee to a park. There, Shouta confesses that he abandoned her in the past due to fear. This narrative occurs during the Arrancar: The Arrival arc, specifically episode 20 out of 22.
- 130EP 130filler
The Invisible Enemy! Hitsugaya's Merciless Decision
Jun 20, 2007An Arrancar disguises itself as consumed human souls. After attacking Yui, Hitsugaya suspects she is a clone, a theory supported by her inability to enter the Soul Society. While the Soul Society tracks the creature, Yui is sealed in a barrier. Analysis confirms she is a copy, with the Arrancar deriving its cloning ability from her. Her brother Shouta possesses similar powers, which Yui utilizes to break the containment barrier. This segment belongs to the Arrancar: The Arrival arc, specifically episode 21 of 22.
- 131EP 131filler
Rangiku and Shouta defeat the arrancar that trapped Yui's soul and threatened the town.
Jun 27, 2007Yui protects Shouta from an arrancar but is consumed by the original entity. Hitsugaya and Rangiku overpower the creature, which stalls them by threatening to destroy Yui’s trapped soul if it is killed. The arrancar generates hundreds of copies to attack the town while hiding behind a barrier. Hitsugaya activates his bankai to freeze the area and locate the enemy. Rangiku and Shouta track the arrancar through its song, allowing Hitsugaya to disable it. The pair defeats the creature, freeing all the souls it had devoured. With the threat eliminated, Rangiku sends Shouta to the Soul Society to reunite with his sister.
- 132EP 132filler
Hitsugaya, Karin, and Soccer Ball
Jul 4, 2007Karin Kurosaki encounters Toushirou Hitsugaya while playing street soccer, leading to a dispute over a booked field reserved for older students. The conflict resolves into a match where Karin invites Hitsugaya, who initially declines but attends after noticing her ability to see hollows. During the game, Karin suffers a knee injury, prompting Hitsugaya to intervene and assist her team. Following the match, a hollow attacks the area, and Hitsugaya swiftly defeats it. Recognizing Hitsugaya as a Soul Reaper, Karin questions him about her brother, Ichigo Kurosaki, and he alleviates her concerns regarding his whereabouts.
- 133EP 133filler
Ikkaku trains kendo students with brutal methods while Soul Reapers assist in a tournament interrupted by a Hollow.
Jul 11, 2007Mizuho Asano requests Ikkaku Madarame to coach a kendo team at his school. His harsh training regimen causes most students to quit, leaving only Shinji, who remains determined to improve. To bolster the team for the upcoming tournament, Ikkaku enlists fellow Soul Reapers Hitsugaya and Renji Abarai. The Soul Reapers effortlessly defeat their opponents. However, a Hollow appears nearby, forcing the group to abandon the competition to fight it. Shinji faces the final opponent alone and secures victory while Ikkaku defeats the Hollow. Furious about missing the fight, Ikkaku attacks the entire opposing team in a rage. This event occurs during the Arrancar: The Hueco Mundo Sneak Entry arc.
- 134EP 134filler
Rin Tsubokura and Hanatarou Yamada are guided by Yumichika Ayasegawa in Karakura Town.
Jul 18, 2007Twelfth division Soul Reaper Rin Tsubokura travels to Karakura Town for research, accompanied by Hanatarou Yamada. Yumichika Ayasegawa serves as their guide. They meet a chef ghost who asks them to bake a cake for his mother. When the mother refuses to eat the cake because it reminds her of her son, the chef begins turning into a hollow. A Menos Grande arrives, attracted by the transformation. Hanatarou stops the change and defeats the Menos Grande using his zanpakutou shikai. Rin uses a device to make the chef visible to his mother, allowing him to convince her to eat the cake. This event occurs during the Arrancar: The Hueco Mundo Sneak Entry arc.
- 135EP 135filler
Kon Deceived by Rangiku Who Watches Over Him
Jul 25, 2007Kon saves Miyuki from drowning after meeting Rangiku Matsumoto, but is swapped with her stuffed animal Shintarou. Miyuki asks Kon to play because she has no friends. Kon visits her old home, learning Shintarou was her former dog. A two-headed hollow attacks them, revealed to be the combined souls of Shintarou and a Doberman Pinscher. Rangiku defeats the hollow. Kon urges Miyuki to make her own friends instead of relying on him. This event occurs during the Arrancar: The Hueco Mundo Sneak Entry arc, specifically episode 4 of 20.
- 136EP 136filler
Patros Steals Orb and Kills Ulquiorra in Hueco Mundo Civil War
Aug 8, 2007In Hueco Mundo, the Arrancar Patros and his subordinates steal the Orb of Distortion and kill Espada Ulquiorra Schiffer. Refusing to obey former Soul Reaper Sousuke Aizen, Patros intends to use the orb to seize control of Las Noches. He travels to Kisuke Urahara’s shop, believing someone there can operate the artifact. There, Patros engages Renji in combat while other Soul Reapers battle his subordinates. The conflict escalates as both factions clash. Meanwhile, Ulquiorra unexpectedly appears in the real world, completely unharmed and showing no signs of the fatal injuries he sustained earlier. This event occurs during the Arrancar: The Hueco Mundo Sneak Entry arc.
- 137EP 137filler
Aizen's Deception and Renji's Bankai Battle Against Patros
Aug 15, 2007Ulquiorra’s staged death and the theft of the Orb of Distortion are exposed as an illusion cast by Aizen in Hueco Mundo. In the real world, Patros’ subordinates fall, prompting Renji to unleash his bankai against Patros, who then reveals his attack secrets to the modified soul Ririn. Ririn, alongside Kuroudo and Noba, obstructs Patros’ abilities, allowing Renji to secure victory. Meanwhile, Ulquiorra reports to Aizen that Orihime Inoue is absent from the real world. This narrative segment belongs to the Arrancar: The Hueco Mundo Sneak Entry arc, specifically identified as episode 6 out of 20 in the series sequence.
- 138EP 138
Hueco Mundo Shifts as Hitsugaya Confronts Yammy in New Conflict
Aug 29, 2007Aizen creates Wonderweiss Margera using the Orb of Distortion and orders Ulquiorra to recruit arrancar for a mission. Ichigo masters his hollow mask for eleven seconds through Vizards training. In Soul Society, Juushirou Ukitake and Shuuhei Hisagi watch Orihime and Rukia Kuchiki prepare for the winter war against Aizen. Meanwhile, Yumichika and Rangiku train for bankai in the real world when Luppi Antenor, Grimmjow Jaegerjaquez, Yammy Riyalgo, and Wonderweiss attack. Ichigo battles Grimmjow using his bankai. Beneath the Urahara shop, Urahara prepares to depart for the battlefield. This segment covers the Arrancar: The Hueco Mundo Sneak Entry arc, specifically part 7 of 20.
- 139EP 139
Ichigo fights Grimmjow with his Hollow mask for eleven seconds while Luppi captures the Soul Reapers.
Sep 5, 2007Ichigo activates his Hollow mask to overpower Grimmjow but fails to defeat him within the eleven-second time limit, allowing Grimmjow to gain the upper hand. Simultaneously, Hitsugaya engages Yammy in combat. Luppi orders Yammy to retreat so he can confront the remaining Soul Reapers. He releases his Zanpakuto, which sprouts eight tentacles, and uses them to knock Hitsugaya down and capture the group. Before Luppi can kill Rangiku, Urahara arrives and severs one of the tentacles before engaging Yammy. In Soul Society, Ulquiorra attacks Orihime as she attempts to enter the real world. He severely wounds her Soul Reaper guards and threatens to kill her friends if she does not leave with him.
- 140EP 140
Ulquiorra's Scheme, the Moment when the Sun Sets!
Sep 12, 2007Hitsugaya defeats Luppi with a Bankai sneak attack while Urahara neutralizes Yammy using an invention. Grimmjow nearly kills Ichigo but is stopped by Rukia, who is then saved from death by Shinji Hirako. Hirako, wearing a Hollow mask, overwhelms Grimmjow before the latter can release his Zanpakuto. Ulquiorra intervenes, ordering all Arrancar to return to Hueco Mundo because Orihime has agreed to accompany him. This event concludes the Hueco Mundo Sneak Entry arc, which is the ninth episode of the twenty-part series.
- 141EP 141
Orihime uses invisibility to visit Ichigo and say goodbye before leaving the real world.
Sep 19, 2007Ulquiorra grants Orihime twelve hours to bid farewell to one individual, providing a bracelet that renders her invisible. She wanders through Karakura Town, observing her companions from afar. Her journey leads her to Ichigo, who is recuperating from wounds inflicted by Grimmjow. While he sleeps, she confesses her love but hesitates to kiss him. Before departing the real world, she inscribes the phrase "Goodbye, halcyon days" into a notebook. This event occurs during the Arrancar: The Hueco Mundo Sneak Entry arc, specifically episode 10 of 20.
- 142EP 142
Strict Order! The Forbidden Rescue of Orihime Inoue
Sep 26, 2007After the Arrancar attack, Tatsuki finds Orihime missing. Captain Genryuusai Shigekuni Yamamoto believes she left voluntarily and denies rescue efforts. Tatsuki questions Ichigo, who dismisses her concerns. Refusing to abandon Orihime, Ichigo seeks Urahara’s assistance. He is joined by Uryuu Ishida and Yasutora "Chad" Sado. Together, they prepare to enter Hueco Mundo to retrieve her, defying the Soul Society's strict orders against unauthorized intervention in the Arrancar conflict. This narrative forms part of the Arrancar: The Hueco Mundo Sneak Entry arc, specifically episode 11 of 20.
- 143EP 143
Grimmjow Revived
Oct 3, 2007Orihime restores Grimmjow’s arm and tattoo after Aizen’s request, prompting him to kill Luppi to regain his Espada rank. Worried about escalating conflict, she decides to remain useful until Soul Society prepares for war. Meanwhile, Ichigo, Uryuu, and Chad enter Hueco Mundo with Urahara’s assistance. In the real world, Isshin Kurosaki meets Ryuuken Ishida in a hospital training chamber to discuss their parenting approaches for their sons. This segment is part of the Arrancar: The Hueco Mundo Sneak Entry arc, specifically episode 12 of 20.
- 144EP 144
Ichigo, Uryuu, and Chad encounter Aizen's Arrancar in Hueco Mundo
Oct 17, 2007Upon entering Hueco Mundo, Ichigo, Uryuu, and Chad navigate an unfamiliar building and trigger multiple traps. They are subsequently confronted by Demoura and Iceringer, two Arrancar serving under Aizen's command. While Uryuu and Chad urge Ichigo to observe, the duo engages the enemies in combat. They successfully defeat the Arrancar, demonstrating their newly awakened abilities during the battle. This sequence is part of the Arrancar: The Hueco Mundo Sneak Entry arc, specifically episode 13 out of 20.
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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.