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Dangerous Transfer Student Arrives in Karakura Town
May 7, 2008Lurichiyo Kasumiouji, a Soul Society noble princess, visits Karakura Town with assistants Ryuusei "Kenryuu" Kenzaki and Ruzaburou "Enryuu" Enkougawa to buy sweets. While her guards depart, Lurichiyo wanders alone and is attacked by hollows. Ichigo Kurosaki and Rukia Kuchiki respond to increased hollow activity in the area. Ichigo encounters Lurichiyo during the assault and defeats the enemies using his bankai, which impresses her guards. The next day, Lurichiyo, Kenryuu, and Enryuu move into the house next to Ichigo’s residence and enroll as students at his school. This event occurs within the New Captain Shuusuke Amagai arc.
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Mysterious Assassin Attacks Lurichiyo Under Moonlight While Ichigo Seeks Answers
May 14, 2008Ichigo questions Kenryuu and Enryuu about Lurichiyo’s presence in the real world, but they remain silent. An assassin later attacks Lurichiyo’s home, using a mirror weapon to reflect moonlight and nearly defeat Ichigo. On his second attempt, Ichigo reflects the light back, forcing the assassin to accept death by Getsuga Tenshou rather than answer questions. Kenryuu then reveals Lurichiyo is the heir to the Kasumiouji clan. He explains that Gyoukaku Kumoi, a caretaker, is trying to seize control by killing her. Under pressure from Rukia, Ichigo agrees to protect Lurichiyo from this threat.
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Lurichiyo flees after Ichigo reveals his bodyguard role, leading to an assassin attack
May 21, 2008Ichigo and Rukia escort Lurichiyo through town before dining at Ichigo’s home. An argument over carrots causes Ichigo to accidentally disclose that Kenryuu and Enryuu hired him as a bodyguard. Enraged, Lurichiyo runs to a river and encounters Orihime Inoue. An assassin wielding a guan dao attacks them, using energy blasts to create solid rock walls. Ichigo, Rukia, Kenryuu, and Enryuu arrive to intervene. Kenryuu employs his shikai to immobilize the attacker, enabling Ichigo to defeat him. The assassin then commits suicide by collapsing a rock wall upon himself. Later, Hanza Nukui, Kumoi’s head assassin, retrieves the weapon. The following morning, Kenryuu and Enryuu discover Lurichiyo is missing.
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Kibune Goes to War! The Violent Wind that Rages
May 28, 2008Amagai assigns the third division menial tasks to foster trust, but Kira suspects he intends to replace him with Kibune. During an evening investigation of an old execution ground with Shinta Seko, the trio falls into a pit containing caged hollows. After Kira and Kibune defeat the creatures, one absorbs Shinta. Kibune attempts to kill the hollow to save himself, citing Shinta's lack of skill, but Kira intervenes. Amagai arrives to reveal he orchestrated the entire event. The next morning, Lurichiyo enters the Kasumiouji family household. This segment is part of The New Captain Shuusuke Amagai arc, specifically item 5 out of 22.
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The Great Evil Appears and Darkness Fills the Kasumioji Household
Jun 4, 2008Kumoi orders Hanza to kill Lurichiyo after discovering her presence. Ichigo, Rukia, Kenryuu, and Enryuu enter the compound to locate her. Kumoi traps the Ryu brothers in a storehouse, while Rukia meets eleventh division captain Kenpachi Zaraki. Zaraki senses Ichigo and leaves to find him. Ichigo locates Lurichiyo but loses her while evading guards. A child servant, revealed as an assassin, attacks Lurichiyo. Zaraki intervenes and kills the assassin. Rukia asks Zaraki to keep the incident secret. Hanza attempts to frighten Ichigo with spiritual pressure but is surprised by Ichigo's lack of reaction. This segment is part of The New Captain Shuusuke Amagai arc: (6/22).
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Kumoi consolidates power while Hanza traps Ichigo in a mirror dimension before retreating.
Jun 11, 2008Kumoi eliminates opposing clan members to consolidate his power. In Karakura Town, Kisuke Urahara detects a shortage of spirit particles and links this to the Kasumiouji clan. Kumoi dispatches Hanza and a dozen assassins to kill Ichigo, his friends, and Lurichiyo. Hanza battles Ichigo using a mirror weapon called Saiga, which grows stronger by consuming spiritual energy. He traps Ichigo in a separate dimension. Yoruichi Shihouin frees Ichigo and informs him that the other assassins have been defeated, prompting Hanza to retreat. The following day, Kumoi installs Lurichiyo's fiancé, Shuu Kannogi, as the new clan head. This content relates to The New Captain Shuusuke Amagai arc: (7/22).
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Hanza recruits subordinates to hunt Lurichiyo and Ichigo in Karakura Town
Jun 18, 2008After failing to assassinate Lurichiyo, Hanza secives weapons similar to Saiga from Kumoi and leads three subordinates to target Lurichiyo, Ichigo, and their friends. In Karakura Town, Lurichiyo reveals that Kenryuu and Enryuu often take the blame for her reckless behavior. Upon sensing Hanza’s arrival, Ichigo and Rukia remain to defend Lurichiyo, while Uryuu Ishida and Yasutora "Chad" Sado move to engage the attackers. The conflict escalates as Hanza battles Ichigo directly, while Rukia, Uryuu, and Chad each confront one of Hanza’s subordinates individually. This event occurs during the New Captain Shuusuke Amagai arc, specifically episode 8 of 22.
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The Sword-Consuming Assassin Mystery Revealed
Jun 25, 2008Jinnai Doukou explains that bakoutou blades consume spiritual energy to boost strength, then eats his weapon to fire blades from his back. Uryuu battles Kuzuryuu, who utilizes bakoutou to transform into mist. Meanwhile, Chad confronts Genba, who employs a rock wall-forming bakoutou similar to a previous assassin. Chad repeatedly shatters the walls with energy blasts, but Genba fuses with the debris to launch surprise attacks from behind. This confrontation occurs during the New Captain Shuusuke Amagai arc, specifically episode 9/22, highlighting the dangerous nature of these spirit-draining weapons.
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Rukia Freezes Jinnai While Uryuu and Chad Defeat Their Opponents Amidst Intense Battles
Jun 25, 2008Rukia restrains Jinnai with kidou and freezes him with her shikai, but he escapes the ice and is consumed by his bakoutou due to excessive energy drain. Assassins seize the weapon before Rukia can retrieve it. Uryuu identifies that Kuzuryuu is fusing his bakoutou with the mist and defeats him using Sprenger, though Uryuu is injured by the blast radius. Meanwhile, Chad destroys surrounding walls to halt Genba’s attacks and wins a clash of strongest attacks. Ichigo fights Hanza, utilizing the enhanced speed from his bankai to break Saiga’s mirror. Hanza retaliates by using one of Saiga’s abilities to engulf Ichigo in light emanating from the mirror shards.
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Ichigo confronts his mother's reflection in a mirror dimension while Hanza loses control of his power.
Jul 2, 2008Trapped in a separate dimension, Ichigo relives his childhood and his mother's death, facing a manifestation of his guilt that attempts to kill him. He escapes by making peace with her image. Back in the physical world, Ichigo wears his hollow mask to overpower Hanza, compelling him to let his bakoutou absorb more energy. Hanza ignores Ichigo's warnings and is consumed by the bakoutou. Simultaneously, in the Soul Society, Kira secretly follows Kibune to the Kasumiouji compound. There, Kuzuryuu reports his comrades' deaths to Kumoi, who subsequently orders Kibune to execute him. This segment is part of the New Captain Shuusuke Amagai arc, specifically entry 11 out of 22.
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Amagai coordinates squads to defeat hollows after Yamamoto stages attack to test him
Jul 9, 2008Amagai requests joint training between his squad and the Thirteen Court Guard Squads following a cleaner attack, but his proposal is rejected. That evening, Kira confronts Kibune regarding his presence at the Kasumiouji compound, though Kibune denies involvement. An alarm soon sounds, revealing hollows have infiltrated the Seireitei. Ignoring Kira’s orders, third division members pursue Kibune to engage the enemies. Due to poor coordination, various squads fail to reach the hollows effectively. Amagai assumes command, organizing the units to successfully destroy the threats. Meanwhile, Genryuusai Shigekuni Yamamoto, captain of the first division, discloses that he orchestrated the incident to evaluate Amagai. Consequently, he approves the previously denied joint training initiative.
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The Princess's Decision, the Sorrowful Bride
Jul 16, 2008Kumoi schedules Lurichiyo's wedding for the following day, prompting Kenryuu and Enryuu to fear an imposter substitution. Ichigo confronts Lurichiyo, who admits knowledge of the assassins' true goal and Kumoi's involvement, expressing guilt over Chad and Uryuu's injuries. She escapes into the Soul Society to attend the marriage and control Kumoi, but arrives with blank eyes and no desire to leave. Ichigo, Rukia, Kenryuu, and Enryuu attempt to follow but are blocked because Kenryuu and Enryuu are blamed for kidnapping her. On the wedding day, the four enter the compound to retrieve Lurichiyo, only to be surrounded by second division captain Soi Fon and her squad. Lurichiyo fails to respond to Ichigo's calls.
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Second Division forces surround Ichigo while Lurichiyo is exposed as an imposter during the escape.
Jul 23, 2008Enryuu destroys a building with his shikai, allowing Ichigo to reach Lurichiyo. He reveals Kumoi’s plan to control the clan to Shuu, prompting an attack from Lurichiyo, who is revealed as an imposter. Soi Fon engages Ichigo, enabling Lurichiyo and Kumoi to flee. Kenryuu and Enryuu are captured by Second Division members. Ichigo and Rukia escape with Shuu’s assistance, deciding that Shuu will pose as a hostage. Yamamoto orders a manhunt for Ichigo and Rukia. Soi Fon expresses doubts about Kumoi’s intentions to Yamamoto, who agrees to consider them. Kira shares suspicions regarding Kibune’s actions and ties to the Kasumiouji family with Amagai. Amagai reacts skeptically but instructs Kira to monitor Kibune. This segment belongs to the New Captain Shuusuke Amagai arc.
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Amagai's True Strength, the Released Zanpakuto!
Jul 30, 2008Divisions two and three secure the Kasumiouji compound while Soi Fon returns Kenryuu and Enryuu to the clan per Yamamoto's order. Kumoi's assassins imprison the real Lurichiyo, who is visited by Kibune before he kills a drunken third division member. The next morning, Renji Abarai asks Byakuya Kuchiki about Rukia's pursuit. Byakuya denies concern and hands search party control to Renji. Ichigo, Rukia, and Shuu attempt to rescue Lurichiyo but face Amagai, who attacks Ichigo with his shikai. Shuu halts the fight and reveals Kumoi's true intentions to Amagai, who then agrees to assist them.
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Kibune's True Colors: The Darkness Which Moves
Aug 6, 2008Amagai is branded a traitor by Yamamoto for aiding Ichigo, prompting orders for his capture. Captains Shunsui Kyouraku and Juushirou Ukitake request permission to investigate the Kasumiouji clan, but Yamamoto denies the request. Meanwhile, Renji and Ikkaku Madarame clash with lieutenants Tetsuzaemon Iba and Shuuhei Hisagi regarding differing views on Ichigo and Rukia's actions. Kira infiltrates the Kasumiouji compound and encounters Lurichiyo, only to be attacked by multiple assassins. After defeating them, one assassin escapes with Lurichiyo, leading to a confrontation when Kibune arrives to fight the fugitive. This segment is part of the New Captain Shuusuke Amagai arc.
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Kira and Kibune, Offense and Defense of the 3rd Division
Aug 20, 2008Ichigo, Rukia, Amagai, and Shuu evade Thirteen Court Guard Squads patrols to reach the third division training grounds, where Lurichiyo was last seen. Kira battles Kibune, initially gaining an edge by using his shikai to increase the weight of Kibune's zanpakutou. Kibune counters with his bakoutou to negate this effect. During the fight, Kibune explains he was ostracized by the Thirteen Court Guard Squads for failing to protect weaker division members during missions. He was subsequently assigned to a squad specializing in hunting hollows. Kibune claims the bakoutou will provide him with the power necessary to earn respect from the Thirteen Court Guard Squads. This segment is part of The New Captain Shuusuke Amagai arc, specifically episode 17 out of 22.
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Amagai and Hitsugaya Engage in a Fierce Battle of Ice and Flame
Aug 27, 2008Kira exhausts Kibune by neutralizing his bakoutou, allowing him to increase the zanpakutou's weight until Kibune is consumed. Kira collapses, and Ichigo, Amagai, and Lurichiyo discover the child they pursued is a fake. Returning to the arena, Kira reveals Kibune's link to Kumoi. Renji delivers the bakoutou to Yamamoto, who orders the Thirteen Court Guard Squads to attack the Kasumiouji compound. Ichigo, Rukia, Amagai, and Shuu proceed to the guarded site. Amagai battles captain Toushirou Hitsugaya while Rukia fights Rangiku, enabling Ichigo and Shuu to enter the compound. This segment is part of the New Captain Shuusuke Amagai arc.
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Yamamoto orders the assault on the Kasumioji clan as Amagai eliminates Kumoi and rescues Lurichiyo
Sep 3, 2008Hitsugaya and Rangiku cease their conflict upon receiving orders to attack the Kasumiouji clan, allowing the remaining divisions to assault the compound. Yamamoto explains that he suspected the clan’s crimes but required Ichigo’s concrete evidence to act. Enraged by the invasion, Kumoi deploys all his assassins against the Soul Reapers. Rukia and Shuu locate Kumoi, who is holding Lurichiyo hostage, and learn of his ambition to control the Soul Society’s nobility. Amagai arrives, kills Kumoi, and teleports to Yamamoto’s location with Lurichiyo. This event concludes the New Captain Shuusuke Amagai arc, specifically episode 19 out of 22.
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Amagai Reveals His Revenge Plot Against Yamamoto as Ichigo Arrives to Fight
Sep 10, 2008Amagai discloses that he manipulated events involving the Kasumiouji clan to avenge his father, Shin'etsu Kisaragi, who was killed by Yamamoto. He accuses Yamamoto of permitting the creation of bakoutou and states his life goal is Yamamoto's death. When Yamamoto attacks with his shikai, Amagai counters with a bakoutou that nullifies all Soul Reaper powers except his own. Amagai then activates his bankai. Ichigo arrives at the scene to engage Amagai in battle. This narrative occurs during the New Captain Shuusuke Amagai arc, specifically noted as part 20 out of 22 episodes in the source material.
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Ichigo fights Amagai using his hollow mask to counter the bakoutou and lands a Getsuga Tenshou.
Sep 17, 2008Ichigo starts battling Amagai but struggles against the effects of the bakoutou. To overcome this limitation, Ichigo activates his hollow mask, which allows him to bypass the negation capabilities of the bakoutou. Amagai targets the mask directly, yet Ichigo manages to strike back with a Getsuga Tenshou. Following the injury, Amagai expresses his willingness to die for revenge and attempts to draw additional power from the bakoutou. This confrontation occurs within the context of the New Captain Shuusuke Amagai arc, specifically noted as part 21 out of 22 episodes.
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Amagai Regains Control and Yamamoto's Past with Kisaragi Revealed
Oct 7, 2008Amagai regains control after overusing his bakoutou, allowing Ichigo to defeat him. Amagai then stabs Yamamoto, who remains unharmed. Yoruichi and other captains arrive to reveal that Yamamoto ordered Amagai's father, Kisaragi, to investigate the Kasumiouji clan's bakoutou. Kumoi used a bakoutou to control Kisaragi, forcing Yamamoto to kill him. Amagai forgives Yamamoto upon learning this truth. To repent for his actions, he uses his zanpakutou to self-immolate. Before dying, he apologizes to Kira. Later, Lurichiyo and Shuu thank Ichigo for his assistance. Lurichiyo assumes her position as the head of the Kasumiouji clan, concluding the events of the arc.
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Hueco Mundo Chapter, Restart!
Oct 14, 2008Ichigo Kurosaki defeats Grimmjow Jaegerjaquez’s strongest attack, but the Arrancar tries to resume their battle. Nnoitra Gilga, the Fifth Espada, intervenes to attack Grimmjow, yet Ichigo shields his rival. As Ichigo engages Nnoitra, Tesla Lindocruz, Nnoitra’s subordinate, captures Orihime Inoue. Nnoitra asserts his superiority over Grimmjow. Meanwhile, Renji Abarai, Uryuu Ishida, Pesche Guatiche, and Dondochakka Bilstin attempt to escape the Espada Szayel Aporro Grantz. Szayel Aporro manipulates the building’s structure, redirecting the hallways to lead the group back toward their battlefield, trapping them in the process.
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Szayel Aporro creates clones while Nnoitra confronts Nel and Ichigo
Oct 21, 2008Nnoitra defeats an exhausted Ichigo, prompting Orihime to intervene. Tesla threatens to destroy her hair clips, which are essential for her power, to stop her. Meanwhile, Szayel Aporro releases his zanpakutou and generates clones of Renji, Uryuu, Pesche, and Dondochakka. He also removes the room's power limiter, allowing Renji and Uryuu to fight at full strength. In a separate encounter, Nnoitra meets Nel and recognizes her. When Ichigo questions how he knows her, Nnoitra reveals that Nel's true name is Neliel Tu Odelschwanck, identifying her as a former Espada. This confrontation occurs during the Arrancar vs. Shinigami arc.
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Neliel reveals her past as the former Third Espada during her intense battle against Nnoitra.
Oct 28, 2008Nnoitra pins Ichigo to the ground and uses Nel as a shield while preparing to break his arm. The emotional intensity causes Nel to revert to her original adult form, Neliel. Pesche and Dondochakka recognize the transformation and feel nostalgic. Neliel removes Ichigo from the battlefield and confronts Nnoitra, revealing she was the former Third Espada. She overpowers him, but Nnoitra fires a cero blast in desperation. Neliel uses Cero Doble to absorb and redirect the attack with doubled force. Despite this, Nnoitra remains relatively unharmed and reveals that the Espada have grown stronger during her absence.
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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.