Ichigo Kurosaki finishes his battle with Hanza Nukui.

Rukia Kuchiki, Uryū Ishida, and Yasutora Sado finish their battles against the assassins.

Hanza Nukui and his subordinates attack the Human World to kill Ichigo Kurosaki and Rurichiyo Kasumiōji.

The fights with the assassins continue.

Ichigo Kurosaki faces off against the assassin Hanza Nukui.

Rurichiyo Kasumiōji is targeted by more assassins after secretly returning to the Soul Society.

As Ichigo Kurosaki is forced to take care of Rurichiyo Kasumiōji, another assassin attempts to kill her.

Izuru Kira begins to get depressed over the fact that the 3rd Division members like Makoto Kibune more than him.

As Ichigo Kurosaki learns more about Rurichiyo Kasumiōji, he is forced to fight off an assassin going after the girl.

Ichigo Kurosaki meets Rurichiyo Kasumiōji and her two Shinigami guards in the Human World.

Shūsuke Amagai is appointed as new captain of the 3rd Division.

Ichigo Kurosaki and Grimmjow Jaegerjaquez conclude their battle.

As Ichigo Kurosaki continues his battle with Grimmjow Jaegerjaquez, Orihime Inoue struggles dealing with Ichigo’s Hollowfication form.

Ichigo Kurosaki begins his final battle with Grimmjow Jaegerjaquez.

While Uryū Ishida and Lieutenant Renji Abarai continue their battle against Szayelaporro Granz, Ichigo Kurosaki is healed by Orihime Inoue.

As Grimmjow Jaegerjaquez saves Orihime Inoue from Loly Aivirrne and Menoly Mallia, Uryū Ishida joins Lieutenant Renji Abarai’s battle against Szayelaporro Granz.

As Ichigo Kurosaki battles Ulquiorra Cifer, Lieutenant Renji Abarai struggles with his fight against Szayelaporro Granz.

As the Espada react to the death of Aaroniero Arruruerie, Ichigo Kurosaki is confronted by Ulquiorra Cifer.

Yasutora Sado is defeated by Nnoitra Gilga and Lieutenant Renji Abarai is confronted by the Espada Szayelaporro Granz.

Rukia Kuchiki recalls her past with Kaien Shiba before she kills Aaroniero Arruruerie.

Yasutora Sado realizes his true power and battles against Gantenbainne Mosqueda.

Uryū Ishida battles Cirucci Sanderwicci with a new weapon called Seele Schneider.

As Rukia Kuchiki battles Kaien Shiba, she struggles with wondering on whether or not he’s truly Kaien.

Uryū Ishida and Pesche Guatiche battle against Cirucci Sanderwicci.

Rukia Kuchiki reunites with her deceased mentor, Kaien Shiba.

Ichigo Kurosaki and the others continue going on through Las Noches.

Ichigo Kurosaki concludes his battle with Dordoni Alessandro Del Socaccio.

Ichigo Kurosaki battles against the Arrancar, Dordoni Alessandro Del Socaccio.

Ichigo Kurosaki and the others escape the Forest of Menos.

Ichigo Kurosaki and his group arrive in Las Noches.

Ichigo Kurosaki and the others continue exploring the Forest of Menos.

Ichigo Kurosaki and the others are forced into the Forest of Menos.

As Ichigo Kurosaki and his friends head to Las Noches, Sōsuke Aizen holds a meeting with the Espada.

Ichigo Kurosaki meets the Arrancar Nel Tu and a Guardian causes some trouble.

Uryū Ishida and Yasutora Sado show off their new strength after arriving in Hueco Mundo.

Ichigo Kurosaki, Uryū Ishida, and Yasutora Sado head to Hueco Mundo.

Orihime Inoue says goodbye to Ichigo Kurosaki before leaving for Hueco Mundo.

Ichigo Kurosaki learns of Orihime Inoue’s disappearance and decides to rescue her.

The battles conclude as the Arrancar head back into Hueco Mundo.

As the battles with the Arrancar continue, Ichigo Kurosaki shows off his new power.