Name: Bleach
Genre: Action, Adventure, Supernatural
Released: 2004
Rating: 7.9

Bleach · Episode 61

Aizen Stands! Horrible Ambitions

2005-12-1325 min

After defeating Hitsugaya, Captain Aizen heads for the Execution Grounds. Renji is dumbfounded as he finds himself facing Captains Aizen, Ichimaru, and Tossen at Sokyoku hill, the very same place that he was carrying Rukia away from. Captain Aizen demands Renji to put Rukia down and disappear, but there is no way Renji is going to abandon his childhood friend.

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1A Shinigami is Born!2004-10-0525 minIchigo Kurosaki, a teenage boy who can see ghosts, helps a young girl ghost when some skateboarders knock over a vase offering for her. The next day Ichigo sees the young girl being chased by a big monster called a Hollow. Ichigo goes to help the girl but when the girl is just about to be eaten, a female Soul Reaper, Rukia Kuchiki, appears and saves them. That night Rukia visits Ichigo’s room and is surprised when she realizes she is visible to him. While they are conversing a Hollow appears and terorizes Ichigo’s family and household. After receiving a terrible injury from the Hollow, Rukia…2Pay or Play2004-10-1225 minAfter the previous night's attack, Ichigo decides to check up on his family and finds that they do not remember anything that happened. In school, Ichigo meets the Soul Reaper from the night before, Rukia Kuchiki; she is posing as an exchange student until her powers return. Rukia tells Ichigo that he must take her place as a Soul Reaper for now. Later when attacking a Hollow, Ichigo recognizes the Hollow as Orihime Inoue’s older brother.3Sibling Rivalry2004-10-1925 minOrihime and her friend Tasuki are being attacked by a Hollow who was once Orihime's brother. Ichigo shows up and begins fighting with him. Orihime's brother is also struggling to gain control. Orihime is almost killed but her soul remains attached to her chain. Finally Orihime's brother gains control long enough to say one last goodbye to his sister before Ichigo sends his soul off to the Soul Society.4And Your Bird Can Speak2004-10-2625 minChad, Ichigo's classmate and friend, is given a cursed cockatiel. He brings the bird to school, along with a plethora of injuries to his large body. Sensing spirit energy in the bird, Rukia feels they need to perform a Konso on the cockatiel and help its soul pass on. That evening, an injured Chad is brought to Kurosaki Clinic. Ichigo and Rukia sense the presence of a dangerous Hollow emanating from Chad's wound. The following morning, Chad bolts from his hospital bed and is nowhere to be found.5Beat the Invisible Enemy!2004-11-0225 minRukia and Chad are fighting the Hollow who was hunting the young boy's soul. Chad cannot see the Hollow but he can sense it and attacks it. Rukia can see the Hollow, but since she still has none of her Soul Reaper powers her attacks have no effect. A little while into the fight Ichigo appears and starts fighting the Hollow. When Ichigo defeats this Hollow it is sent to Hell and not the Soul Society because the soul slayer can only cleanse sins after death not ones during life.6Fight to the Death! Ichigo vs. Ichigo2004-11-0925 minRukia purchases a temporary soul at Urahara’s store for Ichigo to use when she is not around and he needs to fight a Hollow. What Rukia does not realize is that what she purchased isn’t a normal temporary soul; it is a modified soul with special powers created by the Soul Society. When this modified soul takes Ichigo’s place it decides to have a little fun in Ichigo’s body and refuses to give it back to Ichigo.7Greetings from a Stuffed Toy2004-11-1625 minWhile Ichigo is fighting with the modified soul Rukia gets a message on her spirit phone about a nearby Hollow. Ichigo and the mod soul then defeat the Hollow together. Shortly after this happens Urahara removes the mod soul from Ichigo’s body. Instead of getting the mod soul destroyed Ichigo places it in a stuffed animal and gives it the name Kon.8^●June 17, a Memory of Rainmixed2004-11-2325 minOn the anniversary of his mother’s death Ichigo and his family visit her grave. While he is there Ichigo remembers the day his mother died. Rukia is found by a Shinigami who asks her why she hasn’t returned to the soul society. Ichigo accidentally tells him that he is her substitute Shinigami; which happens to be a felony. Meanwhile Ichigo’s sisters are being attacked by a Hollow.9Unbeatable Enemy2004-11-3025 minIchigo finds out that the Hollow attacking his sisters is the same Hollow that killed his mother 5 years earlier. This Hollow is called the Grandfisher and has evaded the Shinigami for over 50 years. Because of the fact that this Hollow killed his mother to defend his pride Ichigo must fight it alone.10Assault on Trip at Sacred Ground!2004-12-0725 minDon Kan’onji, the star of a show that specializes in spirit exorcism, comes to Ichigo’s town to do a live show. Kan’onji thinks he is exorcising an earth bound spirit but instead he turns it in to a Hollow. Now he must rely on Ichigo help to defeat it.11The Legendary Quincy2004-12-1425 minRukia gets a message on her pager about a nearby Hollow. When Rukia and Ichigo arrive at the place the where Hollow was supposed to be they find out that it had already been defeated. This happens once again but this time shortly afterwards a man who calls himself a Qunicy confronts them. Rukia goes to the Urahara shop to learn more about what a Qunicy is. She learns that a Qunicy is a person that kills Hollows. But the way a Qunicy defeats a Hollow is different; they totally destroy a Hollow while a Shinigami only "cleanses" its soul.12A Gentle Right Arm2004-12-2125 minUuryu and Ichigo have a contest to see who can destroy the most Hollows after Uuryu releases his Hollow bait. Meanwhile Chad is being pursued by a Hollow because he has spiritual powers. He runs into Ichigo’s sister Karen and must protect her and her friends from the Hollow with his powerful right arm.13Flower and Hollow2004-12-2825 minOrihime and her friends are being attacked by a hollow who can shoot seeds that control people from its head. Orihime realizes that she has a spiritual power where she can control six small fairy like beings. She uses this power to defeat the hollow. Later Orihime and Chad are taken to Urahara Kisuke's store where they are told about Shinigami and Hollows. Meanwhile Uuryu is starting to believe that something larger is going on because his Hollow bait shouldn't have attracted so many Hollows.14Back to Back, A Fight to the Death!2005-01-1125 minRukia tells Ichigo why the Shinigami defeated the Quincy 200 years earlier. Ichigo confronts Uuryu with this knowledge while they are fighting the Hollows. This makes Uuryu remember how his Sensei died. While reminiscing Ichigo and Uuryu notice they are surrounded by Hollows and must work together to defeat them. While they are fighting Urahara and his friends show up and defeat the Hollows. Now Ichigo and Uuryu can concentrate on the Menos, a gigantic Hollow formed from hundreds of Hollows, which just appeared in the sky.15Kon’s Great Plan2005-01-1825 minKon's on a mission. And this mission involves getting love from the ladies. Too bad for this stuffed lion, as everything he hopes for gets flipped upside down and around. Also, Urahara gets a strange visit from an even stranger black cat. One that knows him well enough to see through his faux attitude.16Encounter: Abarai Renji!2005-01-2525 minThe feelings Rukia have been experiencing of late drive her to run away. But she doesn't get far, as two familiar Shinigami come forth to claim her. Lucky for her the Quincy, Ishida Uryuu, was about the night-covered streets. And lucky for her Ichigo arrives. But Rukia's luck can only take her so far.17Ichigo Dies!2005-02-0125 minIchigo continues his duel with Renji. He has underestimated this Shinigami one too many times. When overwhelmed he is driven into a corner. And as the killing blow is about to be met, the calm Byakuya steps in. Only problem is... he's too swift for you to notice before you're impaled.18Reclaim! The Power of the Shinigami2005-02-0825 minWith Rukia's leaving, everyone's memory seems to have vanished as well. Only those who will be key players later have been able to remember. Ichigo needs training and luckily with school out, Urahara Kisuke will put him through some hardships.19Ichigo Becomes a Hollow!2005-02-1525 minIchigo trains with Urahara. He is underground trapped in the hole with 72 hours left until his life chain will come to its end. Held by a binding spell, he waits while Jinta and Ururu tease him. When his chain is no more, he goes though the process of becoming a Hollow. In his mind Ichigo finds that he has to find the shinigami box or he will become a Hollow. After he finds the box he comes out of the hole a semi-hollow, semi-shinigami. He breaks the mask and Urahara moves on to the third lesson: defeat Urahara.20Ichimaru Gin’s Shadow2005-02-2225 minIchigo finishes his training with Urahara and learns how to control his Soul Slayer. Seven days after his training is complete Ichigo, Orihime, Chad and Uuryu prepare to leave for the Soul Society with Yoruichi-san as their guide.21Enter! The World of the Shinigami2005-07-1925 minWhen Byakuya comes to Rukia's cell, he finds out that she is being rescued. In an attempt to kill them, Ichigo comes flying in and saving the day. Will he succeed?22The Man who Hates Shinigami2005-03-0825 minStanding before the The White Road Gate is Captain Gin Ichimaru of the Third Company. Unaware that Gin is a Soul Reaper Captain, Ichigo sets upon him, ignoring Yoruichi`s warnings. Upon hearing Ichigo`s name, Gin draws his Zanpakuto and attacks, forcing Ichigo to use Zangetsu to protect himself. Unable to open the gates, disappointment fills the entourage. Just then, the residents of Rukongai who had stayed hidden, come out onto the streets.2314 Days Before Rukia’s Execution2005-03-1525 minIchigo and his entourage are attacked by men on boars. Ichigo crosses swords with their leader, Ganju, but in the middle of the fight, Ganju is shocked at the time on the clock and dashes off. Ichigo and his friends are shocked at this boar gang which has disappeared just as quickly as they appeared. The following morning, they prepare to set out in search of Kukaku Shiba who may hold the key to getting inside Soul Society. But Ichigo, whose match the previous night remains unfinished, is determined to stay back.24Assemble! The 13 Divisions2005-03-2225 minKukaku Shiba, the one who knows how to get into Soul Society is Rokongai`s top pyrotechnist. Furthermore, she is the older sister of Ganju, who appeared the previous night on a boar. Kukaku explains how she will get them into Soul Society. She will gather their spiritual energy and form it into a giant ball and fire it like a cannon into the skies over Soul Society. Although it sounds ridiculous, the entourage prepare to create a giant cannonball of spiritual energy. And Ganju, it seems, has a grudge against Soul Reapers.25Penetrate the Center with an Enormous Bombshell?2005-03-2925 minWith some advice from Ganju, Ichigo is finally able to control his spiritual energy in order to create the Cannonball. Now that they are ready to go, Yoruichi gives the group directions on what to do when they get to Soul Society. But Ichigo is totally spent from practice and falls asleep. Next to the sleeping Ichigo, Ganju feverishly practices the words that will control the Cannonball. He has decided to go to Soul Society with the group. And just before their departure, he explains the reason for his hatred of Soul Reapers.26Formation! The Worst Tag2005-04-0525 minThe Cannonball is launched, and Ichigo and company make it over Seireitai. But because Ichigo is unable to control his spiritual power, they become stuck within the shakonaku (Soul Shield Membrane). Ichigo and the others desperately try to collect their spiritual energy, but in that instant, the Cannonball explodes and everyone begins a descent towards Seireitei -- Ishida with Orihime, Chad, Yoriuchi, and finally, Ichigo with Ganju. Ichigo and Ganju make a safe landing, but are confronted by Ikkaku and Yumichika, two Soul Reapers.27^●Release the Death Blow!mixed2005-04-1225 minInside the Seireitei, orders are given and a full-fledged search for the Ryoka is called into action. Rukia is transferred to the Shishinro Repentence Cell to await her execution and it is becomes more imperative that Ichigo and his fellow Ryoka learn of her whereabouts soon. Ichigo and Ikkaku`s fight dramatically comes to a close; Ganju and Yumichika challenge each other`s tempers during their continued battle; and Uryu and Orihime find themselves trapped in a raucous chase by a group of Soul Reapers.28Orihime Targeted2005-04-1925 minForced to stay alert and on their toes. Ichigo and the others continue to be hunted by Soul Reapers. Uryu and Orihime struggle to outwit Squad 11`s Captain Zaraki and Lieutenant Yachiru in their ongoing chase, but end up in an even more threatening encounter with Jirobo, a towering Soul Reaper, who quickly identifies Uryu as a Quincy. Yumichika`s obsession with vanity is amplified as Ganju relentlessly tries to conquer him in battle. In his search to find Ganju, Ichigo finds himself chased by a new slew of soul reapers as he makes his way through the maze of walls.29Breakthrough! The Shinigami’s Encompassing Net2005-04-2625 minUryu`s days of training pay off as he is able to protect Orihime and himself from Jirobo and his zanpaku-to, known as Tsunzaki Garasu. Ganju and Ichigo finally run into each other, but each brings with them a trail of angry Soul Reapers. Their attempt to hold the weak and unappreciated Hanataro hostage fails when they learn that he is a member of the weakest squad. Meanwhile, Captain Kurotsuchi questions Ikkaku about the intruding Ryoka with no success. However, when Captain Zaraki arrives, Ikkaku`s tongue begins to loosen.30Renji’s Confrontation2005-05-0325 minHanataro leads Ichigo and Ganju toward the Repentance Cell where Rukia is being imprisoned using an underground network of sewage system passageways. As Hanataro guides them, he recounts the stories that Rukia had told him about her time in the world of the living with Ichigo. Upon their arrival just outside the White Tower, Renji Abarai appears and challenges Ichigo to a fight to the finish. Uryu and Orihime, still separated from Ichigo and Ganju, sense Ichigo`s rising Spirit Energy as he prepares for battle against the powerful Lieutenant.31The Resolution to Kill2005-05-1025 minAs Renji and Ichigo engage in battle, Ichigo remembers his days of intensive training under Urahara prior to entering the Seireitei. Ichigo is forced to face and overcome his biggest fears as he proves that he has indeed developed into a opponent strong enough to face Renji.32^●The Star and the Stray Dogmixed2005-05-1725 minRenji faces defeat, and in his last living moments, recalls his youth, struggling as a poor street kid with Rukia in "Hanging Dog" aka the Seventy-Eighth District of South Rukongai. He describes how they both came to move to the Seireitei to become Soul Reapers, and Rukia`s adoption into the noble Kuchiki family. As Renji struggles to atone for the sins of his life, he blames himself for Rukia`s forthcoming execution. In his final breaths, Renji asks Ichigo to promise to save Rukia.33^●Miracle! New Hero of Enigmafiller2005-05-2425 minBack in the world of the living, Karin and Yuzu find themselves entrusted with a mysterious cat that falls from the sky which draws the attention of a number of deadly Hollows. Along with Jinta and Ururu, they are recruited by television personality Don Kanonji to learn how to fight bad spirits and protect their town. Although they are skeptical about working under Don Kanonji`s leadership, they are excited about becoming television stars, known as "Karakura Superheroes."34Tragedy of Dawn2005-05-3125 minAfter word spreads of Renji`s defeat, an all-out war is declared on the Ryoka, allowing all Captains of the Seiretei permission to carry and release their zanpaku-tos. However, Momo Hinamori becomes increasingly suspicious about the changes taking place around her. In the underground sewage tunnels of the Seireitei, Hanataro continues to treat Ichigo`s wounds inflicted during his battle with Renji.35Aizen Assassination! The Creeping Darkness2005-06-0725 minWhen Captain Aizen is discovered slain and hung, Hinamori quickly suspects Ichimaru. In a bout of revenge, Hinamori tries to attack Ichimaru, but is stopped first by Lieutenant Kira and then by Toshiro Hitsugaya, the captain of Squad 10. Ichigo and Ganju continue to receive healing treatments from Hanatoro until they are well enough to continue their journey to the White Tower. Meanwhile, Chad learns the whereabouts of Rukia and the White Tower and makes his own way toward the Senzaikyu, unaware that he has been detected by Lieutenant Ise and Captain Kyoraku.36Zaraki Kenpachi, drawing close!2005-06-1425 minAs Ichigo, Ganju, and Hanataro make their way to the top of the Senzaikyu staircase, they sense an unprecedented, vast amount of unrecognizable spirit energy. The source of this spirit energy reveals itself as Kenpachi Zaraki, the captain of Squad 11, who Ichigo had been earlier warned of during his battle with Ikkaku Madarame.37The Reason for Fists2005-06-2125 minChad`s journey to the Senzaikyu is interrupted by the Captain of Squad 8, Shunsui Kyouraka. Kyouraka`s laid-back mentality and attempt to convince Chad to retreat irks Chad and tries his patience. Chad realizes that time is of the essence and that he must proceed to meet the rest of the Ryoka. As Chad starts to battle, he has flashbacks to the world of the living where he is reminded of his promise to Ichigo.38Driven into a Corner! Broken Zangetsu2005-06-2825 minChad continues to persevere against Captain Kyouraka. Ichigo, still battling Captain Zaraki at the Senzaikyu, senses a loss of Chad`s Spirit Energy and fears for the worst. Ichigo grows angrier and more determined as his sense of responsibility for the rest of the Ryoka increases, leading him to stand up to Zaraki in battle...39Immortal Man2005-07-0525 minAfter being attacked by Captain Zaraki`s sword, while lying weak on the ground, Ichigo is greeted by a metaphysical version of his zanpaku-to, Zangetsu. Zangetsu takes Ichigo to develop his understanding about the nature of his zanpaku-to. When Ichigo calls a surprised Captain Zaraki into battle again, he has a renewed confidence in the strength of his fight.40The Shinigami Ganju Saw2005-07-1225 minIchigo and Captain Zaraki lie motionless on the ground after their battle. Zaraki admits defeat and remains alive just long enough to recount his meeting with Yachiru. Yoruichi finds Ichigo and takes him away for treatment. Ganju and Hanataro continue toward the White Tower to save Rukia. When they arrive in Rukia`s holding cell, Ganju realizes that Rukia is not who he expected her to be...41Reunion, Ichigo and Rukia2005-07-1925 minYoruichi`s true form is revealed, much to Ichigo`s surprise. Ichigo finds a mysterious mask that he remembered Hanatoro throwing into an underground tunnel. Sensing great Spirit Energy near the Repentance Cell, Ichigo defies Yoruichi`s orders and flees to assist Ganju and Hanatoro. Captain Kuchiki and Captain Ukitake are both surprised by Ichigo`s Captain-like level of Spirit Energy. Rukia is upset with Ichigo for coming to the Soul Society, but it does not sway Ichigo`s determination to save her...42Shunshin (God of Flash) Yoruichi, Dance!2005-07-2625 minYoruichi appears as Ichigo prepares to face Squad captains Kuchiki and Ukitake. In order to save Ichigo from a fool`s battle, Yoruichi pounds an anesthetic into Ichigo, rendering him unconscious. Yoruichi`s flash steps prevent the two of them from being struck by Kuchiki, and she promises to return in three days when Ichigo will be stronger. Meanwhile, Orihime decides that she and Uryu should disguise themselves as Soul Reapers to reach Rukia`s cell.43Vicious Shinigami2005-08-0225 minOrihime and Uryu, dressed as Soul Reapers, are met by members of Squad 12 who offer to help them, but Uryu quickly realizes that it is a trap. Squad 12`s Captain Kurotsuchi presents himself to Orihime and Uryu, criticizing Uryu as a Quincy who has no chance of winning this fight. Uryu orders one of the remaining members of Squad 11 in the area to take Orihime and run away, acknowledging the fact that Kurotusuchi is more interested in her than a mere Quincy. As their fight progresses, Kurotsuchi`s actions and words become increasingly more provocative and infuriating to Uryu.44Ishida, Extreme Limits of his Power!2005-08-0925 minUryu has taken it upon himself to avenge the humiliation of Soken Ishida, his Quincy master and grandfather, by continuing to relentlessly battle Captain Kurotsuchi. Uryu draws upon all of the lessons he has learned, and powers he has skillfully obtained, leading Kurotsuchi to decide that rather than kill Uryu, he wishes to capture him so as to study his distinctive powers.45Exceeding the Limits!2005-08-1625 minYoruichi trains Ichigo, educating him about the potential to transcribe a zanpaku-to`s main form and materialize it. He is moving toward bankai training from the shikai training of dialogue and harmonization, and to do so he must face and conquer difficult challenges set forth by Zangetsu. Uryu, Ganju, and Chad are reunited in a shared prison cell, where they wonder why their wounds have been treated and they haven`t been killed. Orihime has also been captured and kept alive, although she is in a different holding location.46^●Authentication! The School of Shinigamimixed2005-08-2325 minMomo recalls her training at the Soul Reaper Academy, where she recounts meeting and being a member of a group field training session with Izuru Kira and Renji Abarai where they must venture to the World of the Living and participate in a training exercise against Dummy Hollows. It is also at the Soul Reaper Academy where she first meets Captain Aizen, where he compliments her as a outstanding student among her classmates.47Those Who Take Revenge2005-08-3025 minMomo, Renji and Kira have all escaped from their cells. Momo, having read the letter that Captain Aizen left for her, believes that she understands the true reason behind Rukia and that she has identified Aizen`s killer. However, when faced with the presumed culprit, Momo weakens with confusion and the possibility of a faked letter becomes increasingly evident. Meanwhile, Ichigo completes Day 1 of his training under Yoruichi, and uncovers some interesting background information about Kisuke Urahara aka Mr. Hat and Clogs.48Hitsugaya, Howl!2005-09-0625 minRukia`s execution date is advanced to a final time on the following day. Toshiro wonders if the acquisition of the Sokyoku is actually the intent of Ichimaru. Renji Abarai joins Yoruichi and Ichigo on the same training ground, with the similar goal of attaining bankai. Renji brings with him news of the twenty-nine hour countdown to Rukia`s execution. In her holding cell, Rukia has a revealing dream that she understands as preparation of her strength and comprehension of the next day`s events.49Rukia’s Nightmare2005-09-1325 minWithin Rukia`s dream, she recalls the past which she spent training under Lieutenant Kaien and Captain Ukitake. The young Rukia admires the Lieutenant very much, and has a difficult time acknowledging what she must do after his body is taken over by a Hollow, set to attack the rest of her Squad members.50^●Resurrected Lionfiller2005-09-2025 minIn the world of the living, Don Kanonji searches for a way to save his television show, as its ratings continue to plummet. He discovers Kon- the mod-spirit trapped inside the body of a stuffed animal- and decides to make Kon the mascot of his show. After naming Kon, "Karakura King", he is able to attract Yuzu, Jinta, and Ururu back to his cause, and they become Karakura Pink, Yellow, and Red: superheroes of Don Kanonji`s television show.51The Morning of the Execution2005-09-2725 minPreparations are underway for Rukia`s execution, when Ganju, Uryu, and Chad receive unannounced visitors to their prison cell. Kenpachi, Yumichika, Yachiru along with Orihime, break into the prison cell to assist the Ryoka in an escape. Once they are discovered by Captain Komamura, Captain Tosen, Lieutenant Iba, and Lieutenant Hisagi, Kenpachi is left to prove his strength once again.52Renji, Vow to his Soul! Battle to the Death with Byakuya2005-10-0425 minAs Ichigo continues his Bankai training, Renji emerges from his own Bankai training to save Rukia. But standing in his way is none other than his own captain -- Byakuya Kuchiki. Does Renji have the strength to defeat his one-time comrade or will he be ripped to shreds?53Ichimaru Gin’s Temptation, Destroyed Resolution2005-10-0425 minAs Rukia Kuchiki is being lead to her execution, she is stopped by the ever-devious Gin Ichimaru. Just when Rukia has prepared herself for death, her concentration is broken by Gin`s offer to let her live and her concern over Renji, whose pain she can sense. Driven by his intense hatred for Kenpachi Zaraki`s bloodlust, Kaname Tosen, along with his confidant Sajin Komamura, challenge Kenpachi to a fierce battle between captains.54An Accomplished Oath! Get back Rukia!2005-10-1825 minRukia stands on the Sokyoku at the brink of her execution, not knowing that help is on the way. Captain Ukitake, Captain Kyoraku, Ichigo, and his dedicated comrades are all racing to save her life. Will they make it in time or will the power of one million zanpaku-to consume her life?55The Strongest Shinigami! The Ultimate Teacher and Student Showdown2005-10-2525 minWhile Renji hurries to get Rukia out of harm`s way, Ichigo stays behind to hold off Byakuya Kuchiki. Though Rukia was wrong about Ichigo`s ability to save her from execution, she does not believe that he can survive another battle with her brother. In an attempt to distract Soi Fon, Yoruichi comes to Ichigo`s aid and battles her. At the same time, Captain Ukitake and Captain Kyoraku are in hot water as Head Captain Yamamoto takes the punishment of his two most trusted captains into his own hands for their assisting in the rescue of Rukia.56High Speed Battle! The Goddess Warrior, Decided2005-11-0125 minCaptain Ukitake and Captain Kyoraku face the punishment meted out by Head Captain Yamamoto`s zanpaku-to. Ukitake and Kyoraku were the first two men to graduate from the Soul Reaper Academy, but even though they are two accomplished captains fighting as allies, the odds do not appear to be on their side. After coming to Ichigo`s rescue, Yoruichi learns that her encounter with former subordinate Soi Fon is going to be much more than just a scuffle. After one hundred years of training, Soi Fon has developed plenty of talent as a warrior, though she may be a bit too sure of her skill.57Senbonzakura, Crushed! Zangetsu Thrusts Through the Sky2005-11-0825 minFueled by anger and feelings of abandonment and betrayal, Soi Fon persists in her attempt to destroy her former master Yoruichi Shihouin, but her abilities may be hampered by her cocksure attitude. At the execution site, the battle between Ichigo and Byakuya Kuchiki continues. Having completed his bankai training, Ichigo has a newfound confidence that may be the key factor in his attacks against Byakuya.58Open! The Black Blade, Power of a Miracle2005-11-1525 minThe fierce battle between Ichigo and Captain Byakuya rages on. Ichigo taunts Byakuya and demands that he use his bankai against him, while Byakuya remains visibly unmoved by Ichigo`s amazing display of power. Meanwhile, Uryu, Chad, Orihime, Ganju, and their new Soul Reaper friend, "Mini Mustache," are having trouble navigating through the Seireitei. Ichigo may be out of luck if he needs his friends to come to his aid this time.59Conclusion of the Battle! White Pride and Black Thoughts2005-11-2225 minByakuya Kuchiki may have been impressed by the power exerted by Ichigo, the substitute Soul Reaper, but he`s not done fighting yet. With spiritual pressure shaking the entire Seireitei, Orihime, Chad, Uryu, and Ganju wait helplessly nearby, knowing that all they can do is hope that their friend Ichigo will survive this vicious battle.60Reality of the Despair, the Assassin’s Dagger is Swung2005-12-0625 minCentral 46 is the highest judicial body in the Soul Society. After breaking into Central 46, Captain Hitsugaya and Rangiku discover that the forty Sages and six Judges were slaughtered days earlier. Captain Hitsugaya and Rangiku soon find that they are not the only ones that have come to investigate the scene.61Aizen Stands! Horrible Ambitions2005-12-1325 minAfter defeating Hitsugaya, Captain Aizen heads for the Execution Grounds. Renji is dumbfounded as he finds himself facing Captains Aizen, Ichimaru, and Tossen at Sokyoku hill, the very same place that he was carrying Rukia away from. Captain Aizen demands Renji to put Rukia down and disappear, but there is no way Renji is going to abandon his childhood friend.62Gather Together! Army of the Strongest Shinigami!2005-12-2025 minFurious after hearing the news of the defection of three captains, Sajin Komamura arrives at the Sokyoku ready to beat the treachery out of Aizen and his lackeys. Captain Komamura quickly realizes that deception is even a part of Sosuke Aizen`s fighting technique, and the rogue captain proves to be more of a challenge than he expected. Ichigo, battered after his clash with Byakuya Kuchiki, lies helplessly on the sidelines, watching this battle between captains.63Rukia’s Decision, Ichigo’s Feelings2006-01-1050 mineace returns as the Soul Society recuperates from the deep wounds left by the treachery of Captain Aizen and his partners in crime. Captain Komamura and Lieutenant Hisagi visit the graves of fallen comrades, while Hitsugaya visits Hinamori and hopes for her quick recovery from the wounds she received from Captain Aizen. Ichigo has recovered from his own injuries, and in the district of Squad Eleven he meets up with Orihime, who informs him that Rukia has gone missing.64^●New School Term, Renji has come to the Material World?!filler2006-01-1725 minIchigo and his friends have returned from the Soul Society and are finally able to get back to their "normal" lives. On the first day back at school, Renji shows up unannounced, dressed in his out-dated seventies` fashion. Since things have settled down in the Soul Society, Renji has been sent to Karakura Town to oversee the eradication of Hollows, and Ichigo has no choice but to work with him. Meanwhile, Yoruichi has become aware of an unusual presence in town.65^●Creeping Fear, The Second Victimfiller2006-01-2425 minIchigo and his friends meet at school and set out to look for Orihime the day after her disappearance. It seems that her school chums have lost all memories of her existence. The only clue that Ichigo and the others find at the site of her disappearance is a bizarre, round footprint. Renji gets a call on his Soul Pager telling him, "I have your friend. You`ll get her back if you win."66^●Break Through! Trap that Lurks in the Mazefiller2006-01-3125 minAfter Chad`s kidnapping, Ichigo and the others go to Urahara to explain their predicament. Ichigo receives a phone call from Lirin who instructs Ichigo to bring all of his friends to the Karakura Museum. Though they know they are walking into a trap, they go to the museum and immediately find themselves stuck inside a labyrinth that they must navigate their way through in order to free their friends.67^●Game of Death! Disappearing Classmatefiller2006-02-0725 minChad and Orihime are rescued, but when Lirin tells them that one of their friends has been replaced by an impostor, they realize that the game is not over. Ichigo, Renji, Uryu, Chad, and Orihime struggle to figure out which one of them is the phony, and if they don`t hurry, all of their classmates will disappear.68^●The Demon’s True Form, The Secret Revealedfiller2006-02-1425 minLirin sets in place a giant gate that begins to devour everything in Karakura Town. The only way to have Chad released and save the town is to destroy the gate. Ichigo and the others have only thirty minutes before the gate sucks up everything in the vicinity. Meanwhile, Yoruichi and Soifon discover a strange soul wandering the streets of the World of the Living.69^●Its Name is Bount! Those Who Hunt Soulsfiller2006-02-1425 minNew information has come to light regarding an unusual race known as Bounts. Kisuke Urahara explains that Bounts are beings that gain eternal life by absorbing the souls of humans. Urahara warns Ichigo that he and his friends may be in danger because Bounts tend to target humans with high-level abilities. Lirin, Noba, and Kurodo prove to be very useful when it`s revealed that they all contain reishi sensors that can detect Bounts.70^●Rukia’s Return! Substitute Team Revivalfiller2006-02-2125 minIchigo and Lirin find themselves in a pinch when they are attacked by the Bount Yoshino Soma and her Doll, Goethe. An unexpected visit from Rukia comes just in the nick of time, but she and Ichigo appear to be outmatched when the Bount Ryo Udagawa and his Doll, Friede, join the fight.71^●The Moment of Collision!! An Evil Hand Draws Near to the Quincyfiller2006-03-0725 minIchigo, Rukia, Orihime, Chad, and Uryu surround the Bount Ryo Udagawa, but they find themselves at a slight disadvantage when he releases the immense power of his Doll, Friede. Friede`s snakelike attacks are quickly directed towards Uryu when Udagawa finds out that Uryu is a Quincy.72^●Water assault! Escape from the closed hospitalfiller2006-03-1425 minUpon visiting Uryu in the hospital, Ichigo and Rukia must fight off a wave of rushing water that turns into a water doll belonging to two malevolent Bounts.73^●Gathering at the Place of Fortune! The Man who makes his Movefiller2006-03-2825 minAs Ichigo and his friends try to fight off Ho and Ban, the two Bounts, Udagawa tries to persuade Yoshino, a renegade bount, to return to Master Kariya`s fold.74^●Memories of an Eternally Living Clanfiller2006-03-2825 minYoshino finds Uryu and takes him back to her home to protect him. There, she reveals to Uryu her difficult life as a Bount and hope she had been given by Kariya.75^●Earth-Shattering Event at 11th Squad! The Shinigami who Rises Againfiller2006-04-0425 minThrown together by fate, Uryu and Yoshino find themselves strange allies in a desperate fight against Koga and his feminine killing machine, Dalc.76^●Crashing Force! Frido vs Zangetsufiller2006-04-0425 minIchigo, Rukia, Ririn, Noba, and Kurodo enter Jin Kariya`s mansion and come face to face with him and the other Bounts. As Ichigo challenges Udagawa. Rukia rushes deeper into the mansion to rescue Uryu.77^●Unquellable Hatred! The Shinigami that Kenpachi Cut Downfiller2006-04-1125 minIn the depths of Kariya`s mansion, Ichigo faces off against Maki Ichinose, a soul reaper formerly of Squad 11. But before he can cast the final blow on Ichigo, Kariya steps in and approaches Ichigo.78^●The Gotei 13, Shocked!! Truth Buried by Historyfiller2006-05-0225 minHis confidence lost from battling Kariya, Ichigo undergoes more training with Ganju and Renji to regain his courage.79^●Yoshino’s Decision of Deathfiller2006-05-0925 minYoshino leaves Urahara`s Shop and heads for Kariya`s mansion to finally destroy him once and for all.80^●Assault From a Formidable Enemy! A Tiny Final Line of Defense?!filler2006-05-1625 minIn preparation for the Bounts` next attack, Lirin, Kurodo and Noba set up a bunch of traps, specifically designed for catching Bounts.81^●Hitsugaya Moves! The Attacked Cityfiller2006-05-2325 minThe Bounts have released an army of Bittos, soul-sucking monsters, throughout Karakura Town. With the Stealth Force unable to capture them, Hitsugaya puts together a team of soul reapers to head up to the World of the Living and stop them.82^●Ichigo vs. Dalk! The Appearance of the Faded Darknessfiller2006-05-3025 minKariya sends his fellow Bounts to stop Ichigo and his friends. After Ichigo stops a Bitto from taking Keigo`s soul, he`s attacked by Koga and his doll Dalc, filled with new power she received from the Bittos.83^●Gray Shadow, The Secret of the Dollsfiller2006-06-0625 minDeeply engaged in battle, Koga warns Ichigo that if he doesn`t back down soon, his life will be snuffed out. But Ichigo is never one to back down from a challenge...84^●Breaking Up of the Substitute Team? The Betrayal of Rukiafiller2006-06-1325 minAs Hanataro does his best to heal Renji, it`s up to Rukia, Kurodo and Orihime to fight off the Bount, Yoshi and her vicious dolls.85^●Battle of Tears! Rukia vs. Orihimefiller2006-06-1325 minPossessed by Mabashi the Bount`s doll, Ritz, Rukia attacks her friends with all her powers. Will Orihime`s desperate pleas and Shun Shun Rikka powers be enough to save them?86^●Rangiku Dances! Cut Down the Invisible Enemyfiller2006-06-2025 minChad, Noba and Ururu have their work cut out for them when they take on Sawatari`s doll, Baura, which appears to be a giant fish.87^●Byakuya Assembles! The Gotei 13 Make Their Movefiller2006-07-0425 minCombining all their powers, Chad, Noba and Rangiku put together a plan to stop Sawatari and Baura. Will they defeat this elderly bount or will they turn into fish food?88^●Annihilation of the Vice Captains!? Trap in the Underground Cavefiller2006-07-1125 minRukia, Chad, Orihime, Noba, and Kurodo return to Urahara`s Shop. While getting medical treatment, they discuss how the Bounts are fighting with more power than ever. Meanwhile, Yumichika discovers the cave in which Kariya and his gang are hidden—the ruins where ancient Bounts used to live in hiding. Rangiku, Izuru, Shuhei, and Yumichika enter the cave where one of the Bounts, Ugaki, has set up an enormous trap using Doll Gesell.89^●Rematch?! Ishida vs. Nemufiller2006-07-1825 minIchigo, Renji, Rukia, Chad, Orihime, and the others enter the cavernous hideout of the Bounts. As they cautiously proceed, the eyes of the Doll Gesell suddenly appear. They follow Gesell`s eyes deeper into the cave and a battle ensues. Meanwhile, Squad 12 Lieutenant Nemu Kurotsuchi confronts Uryu, who was training deep in the mountains to regain his powers.90^●Abarai Renji, Soul of Bankai!filler2006-07-2525 minNear the end of Gesell`s labyrinth, the Doll reveals her true form to Ichigo and Renji. Ichigo stands ready with his zangetsu, but Renji steps forward and insists on taking her on solo. Renji, who has been fighting alongside Ichigo since arriving in the World of the Living, regrets his past carelessness. Feeling guilty that he was unable to save some souls, Renji wants to turn this desperate situation into an opportunity to redeem himself. A fierce battle between Renji and Gesell in their true forms is about to begin.91^●Shinigami and Quincy, the Reviving Powerfiller2006-08-0125 minThe true mission of the Bounts is disclosed by Jin Kariya during a burly fight with Ichigo. Kariya explains the origin of the Bounts and their plan to destroy the Soul Society. As their brawl advances, Ichigo`s Getsugatensho is proven useless as his very own Zanpakuto is turned against him.92^●Enter the World of the Shinigami Againfiller2006-08-0825 minThe Bounts arrive in the Soul Society and find themselves immediately engaged in war. Kariya and Koga are greeted by two of the Seireitei`s finest, Squad 2 Lieutenant Marechiyo Omaeda and Squad 7 Lieutenant Tetsuzaemon Iba. The Bounts` ability to rapidly gain power by absorbing reishi while in the Soul Society has tipped the scales in their favor considerably. Ichigo and the others are in for a suprise when they find out that the metal doll, Dalk, is stronger than ever and eager to terrorize the men of the Soul Society.93^●Assault of the Bounts! Chaos in the Gotei 13filler2006-08-1525 minBack in the Soul Society, Rukia is at a stand still as she faces the ever arogant Yoshi in the middle of the Rukon District. With Lirin by her side and lacking most of her Soul Reaper powers, Rukia decides to stay and fight with what little spirit energy she has left. A Mod Soul and Martial Arts might not be enough to take on the reishi absorbing, blood thirsty Yoshi and her Nieder Sword Attacks this time.94^●Hitsugaya’s Resolution! The Moment of Conflict Approachesfiller2006-08-2225 minThere is quite a bit of commotion in the Soul Society as an explosion at the Shishinro Repentance Cell marks the declaration of war by Jin Kariya. The Bounts are causing a raucous and exhibiting their power in Kusjishi, the roughest part of the Rukon District, while the entire Soul Society prepares for the unavoidable war.95^●Byakuya Takes the Field! Dance of the Wind-Splitting Cherry Blossomsfiller2006-09-0525 minA fight in the forest is on as Jin Kariya and Captain Byakuya Kuchiki meet for the first time. A colossal amount of spiritual pressure surges through the trees when the power of these two veteran warriors collides. Kariya gloats as he effortlessly pairs his newly introduced Doll against Byakuya`s Zanpakuto but neither of these two forces is easily discouraged. Meanwhile, Koga and Ichinose are hard at work recruiting the residents of Kusajishi to help take on the Seireitei.96^●Ichigo Byakuya Kariya, Battle of the Three Extremes!filler2006-09-1225 minIchigo rushes to the site where Byakuya and Kariya are fighting and releases his Bankai upon Kariya. Byakuya also releases his Bankai to attack Kariya, but Ichigo and Byakuya are not in sync and can`t harm Kariya. The three reach a deadlock. Suddenly someone attacks with immense spiritual pressure. She calls herself Rantao and is the creator of the Bounts. Meanwhile, Ganju and others arrive at Bull`s hideout in Kusajishi.97^●Hitsugaya Moves Out! Cut Down the Enemy in the Forestfiller2006-09-1925 minHitsugaya learns that the Bounts have gathered mobs of followers, so he goes to the forest in Kusajishi with Rangiku and Renji and starts investigating. Meanwhile, buildings in the Seireitei that were destroyed by Ichinose are being restored. Mayuri notices something and returns to the Department of Research and Development. In the meantime, Kenpachi and Yachiru get ready for a fight at the Squad 11 barracks. The tension in the Seireitei heightens as the Bounts make their move.98^●Clash! Zaraki Kenpachi vs. Ichinose Makifiller2006-10-0425 minHitsugaya and the others arrive at the Bounts` hideout, where Ichinose is waiting for them alone. Ichinose plans to detain them himself to help Kariya and his group, who are already headed for the Seireitei. Ichigo and Chad arrive, and with the others, they surround Ichinose, and he releases his zanpakuto, Nijigasumi, to take control of Ichigo and others. But someone appears in the crowd and blows out Ichinose`s Nijigasumi with immense spiritual pressure.99^●Shinigami vs. Shinigami! The Uncontrollable Powerfiller2006-10-1125 minKariya and the others successfully open the Seireimon using the mobs from Kusajishi. Upon entering, they attack not only the Soul Reaper guards, but the mobs as well—and confusion reigns. Ichigo and the others leave Orihime to take care of the injured gate guards and enter the Seireitei. In the Seireitei, the captains hold an officers` meeting to discuss what action they will take. Meanwhile, the Bount Mabashi enters the Seireitei and attacks the Soul Reapers using Ritze.100^●Soi Fon Dies? The Last of the Secret Mobile Corpsfiller2006-10-1825 minSoi Fon is poisoned by a member of her punishment force, which is under Ritze`s control. Having increased her power, Ritze now can control several Soul Reapers at a time. The punishment force Ritze controls begin fighting each other in front of Soi Fon. The poison has affected Soi Fon, and she is barely able to escape. Soul Reapers who were controlled by Ritze fight each other everywhere, causing a big disturbance in the Seireitei. 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