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Bleach

Bleach — Season 1

Season 1 · 2004 · 366 episodes

For as long as he can remember, Ichigo Kurosaki has been able to see ghosts. But when he meets Rukia, a Soul Reaper who battles evil spirits known as Hollows, he finds his life is changed forever. Now, with a newfound wealth of spiritual energy, Ichigo discovers his true calling: to protect the living and the dead from evil.

Episodes

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    Episode 1

    The Day I Became a Shinigami

    October 5, 2004 · 23 min

    Fifteen-year-old Ichigo Kurosaki has the uncanny ability to see ghosts, but otherwise lives an ordinary life. However, once a Shinigami named Rukia Kuchiki app…

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    Episode 2

    A Shinigami's Work

    October 12, 2004 · 23 min

    After becoming a Shinigami, Ichigo Kurosaki refuses to help Rukia Kuchiki with her work as the local Shinigami of Karakura Town.

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    Episode 3

    The Older Brother's Wish, the Younger Sister's Wish

    October 19, 2004 · 23 min

    When a Hollowfied Sora Inoue attacks his younger sister, Ichigo Kurosaki and Rukia Kuchiki set out to save her.

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    Episode 4

    Cursed Parakeet

    October 26, 2004 · 23 min

    When Yasutora Sado receives a parakeet that contains the Soul of a young boy, it is up to Ichigo Kurosaki and Rukia Kuchiki to protect him from the Hollow that…

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    Episode 5

    Beat the Invisible Enemy!

    November 2, 2004 · 23 min

    Rukia Kuchiki and Yasutora Sado team up to take on the Hollow Shrieker.

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    Episode 6

    Fight to the Death! Ichigo vs. Ichigo

    November 9, 2004 · 23 min

    At Rukia Kuchiki's behest, Ichigo Kurosaki puts an artificial soul in his body to take care of it and not arouse suspicion while he carries out his Substitute…

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    Episode 7

    Greetings from a Stuffed Lion

    November 16, 2004 · 23 min

    Ichigo Kurosaki becomes friends with the Modified Soul, Kon, and puts him into a plushie.

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    Episode 8

    June 17, Memories in the Rain

    November 23, 2004 · 23 min

    Ichigo Kurosaki goes to his mother's grave with the rest of his family.

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    Episode 9

    Unbeatable Enemy

    November 30, 2004 · 23 min

    Ichigo Kurosaki battles against Grand Fisher.

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    Episode 10

    Assault on Trip at Sacred Ground!

    December 7, 2004 · 23 min

    While grudgingly attending Don Kanonji's show with the rest of his family, Ichigo Kurosaki is forced to fight a Hollow inadvertently created by Don Kanonji him…

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    Episode 11

    The Legendary Quincy

    December 14, 2004 · 23 min

    Ichigo Kurosaki and Rukia Kuchiki meet Uryū Ishida, a Quincy.

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    Episode 12

    A Gentle Right Arm

    December 21, 2004 · 23 min

    As Ichigo Kurosaki begins his duel with Uryū Ishida, Yasutora Sado gains a new power.

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    Episode 13

    Flower and Hollow

    December 28, 2004 · 23 min

    Orihime Inoue gains a new power in order to protect Tatsuki Arisawa.

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    Episode 14

    Back to Back, a Fight to the Death!

    January 11, 2005 · 23 min

    Ichigo Kurosaki and Uryū Ishida work together to defeat a Menos Grande.

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    Episode 15

    Kon's Great Plan

    January 18, 2005 · 23 min

    Kon decides to run away from the Kurosaki Clinic as Soul Society comes after Rukia Kuchiki.

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    Episode 16

    The Encounter, Abarai Renji!

    January 25, 2005 · 23 min

    Two Shinigami, 6th Division Lieutenant Renji Abarai and Captain Byakuya Kuchiki, arrive in the Human World to take Rukia Kuchiki back to the Soul Society.

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    Episode 17

    Ichigo Dies!

    February 1, 2005 · 23 min

    Ichigo Kurosaki loses his Shinigami powers and Rukia Kuchiki is taken back to Soul Society.

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    Episode 18

    Reclaim! The Power of the Shinigami!

    February 8, 2005 · 23 min

    Ichigo Kurosaki begins his training with Kisuke Urahara to regain his Shinigami powers and save Rukia Kuchiki.

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    Episode 19

    Ichigo Becomes a Hollow!

    February 15, 2005 · 23 min

    Kisuke Urahara helps Ichigo Kurosaki regain his Shinigami powers.

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    Episode 20

    Ichimaru Gin's Shadow

    February 22, 2005 · 23 min

    After completing their training, Ichigo Kurosaki and his friends depart to Soul Society to rescue Rukia Kuchiki.

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    Episode 21

    Enter! The World of the Shinigami

    March 1, 2005 · 23 min

    Ichigo Kurosaki and his friends enter Soul Society.

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    Episode 22

    The Man who Hates Shinigami

    March 8, 2005 · 23 min

    Ichigo Kurosaki and his friends are forced to find another way into Seireitei due to 3rd Division Captain Gin Ichimaru's intervention.

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    Episode 23

    14 Days Before Rukia's Execution

    March 15, 2005 · 23 min

    Ichigo Kurosaki and his friends enter the household of the Shiba Clan.

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    Episode 24

    Assemble! The 13 Divisions

    March 22, 2005 · 23 min

    As Ichigo Kurosaki and his friends begin their preparations to get into the Seireitei, the Gotei 13 captains assemble for a meeting.

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    Episode 25

    Penetrate the Center with an Enormous Bombshell?

    March 29, 2005 · 23 min

    Ichigo Kurosaki and his friends enter the Seireitei.

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    Episode 26

    Formation! The Worst Tag

    April 5, 2005 · 23 min

    Ichigo Kurosaki and his friends are scattered throughout the Seireitei, where they encounter new enemies.

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    Episode 27

    Release the Death Blow!

    April 12, 2005 · 23 min

    Ichigo Kurosaki completes his battle with 11th Division 3rd Seat Ikkaku Madarame while his friends continue to progress through the Seireitei.

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    Episode 28

    Orihime Targeted

    April 19, 2005 · 23 min

    Ganju Shiba wins his battle against 11th Division 5th Seat Yumichika Ayasegawa while Uryū Ishida begins his own.

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    Episode 29

    Breakthrough! The Shinigami's Encompassing Net

    April 26, 2005 · 23 min

    Uryū Ishida defeats 7th Division 4th Seat Jirōbō Ikkanzaka while Ichigo Kurosaki and Ganju Shiba encounter 4th Division 7th Seat Hanatarō Yamada, who personall…

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    Episode 30

    Renji's Confrontation

    May 3, 2005 · 23 min

    Having been led to the base of Senzaikyū, Ichigo Kurosaki begins his rematch with 6th Division Lieutenant Renji Abarai.

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    Episode 31

    The Resolution to Kill

    May 10, 2005 · 23 min

    Ichigo Kurosaki and 6th Division Lieutenant Renji Abarai conclude their rematch.

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    Episode 32

    Stars and the Stray

    May 17, 2005 · 23 min

    6th Division Lieutenant Renji Abarai remembers his past with Rukia Kuchiki and begs Ichigo Kurosaki to save her in his stead.

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    Episode 33

    Miracle! The Mysterious New Hero

    May 26, 2005 · 23 min

    In the Human World, Yuzu Kurosaki finds a cat named Raku and is drawn into an adventure with Don Kanonji and his Karakura-Raizer Team.

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    Episode 34

    Tragedy of Dawn

    June 1, 2005 · 23 min

    As the Gotei 13 reacts to 6th Division Lieutenant Renji Abarai's defeat, Captain-Commander Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto declares war against the Ryoka.

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    Episode 35

    Aizen Assassinated! The Darkness which Approaches

    June 7, 2005 · 23 min

    While the Gotei 13 deals with the death of 5th Division Captain Sōsuke Aizen, Ichigo Kurosaki and his group attempt to enter Senzaikyū once again.

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    Episode 36

    Zaraki Kenpachi Approaches!

    June 14, 2005 · 23 min

    Ichigo Kurosaki begins his battle with 11th Division Captain Kenpachi Zaraki.

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    Episode 37

    Motive of the Fist

    June 21, 2005 · 23 min

    Yasutora Sado battles with 8th Division captain, Shunsui Kyōraku.

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    Episode 38

    Desperation! The Broken Zangetsu

    June 28, 2005 · 23 min

    As the high-ranking members of the Gotei 13 continue to react to 5th Division Captain Sōsuke Aizen's murder, Ichigo Kurosaki continues his battle with 11th Div…

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    Episode 39

    The Immortal Man

    July 5, 2005 · 23 min

    After learning to access the power of Zangetsu in addition to his own, Ichigo Kurosaki concludes his battle with 11th Division Captain Kenpachi Zaraki.

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    Episode 40

    The Shinigami whom Ganju Met

    July 12, 2005 · 23 min

    While 11th Division Lieutenant Yachiru Kusajishi reminisces about her history with her captain, Kenpachi Zaraki, Ganju Shiba and 4th Division 7th Seat Hanatarō…

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    Episode 41

    Reunion, Ichigo and Rukia

    July 19, 2005 · 23 min

    Ichigo Kurosaki arrives at the White Tower and reunites with Rukia Kuchiki.

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    Episode 42

    Yoruichi, Goddess of Flash, Dances!

    July 26, 2005 · 23 min

    Yoruichi Shihōin saves Ichigo Kurosaki and decides to help him attain Bankai.

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    Episode 43

    The Despicable Shinigami

    August 2, 2005 · 23 min

    Uryū Ishida and Orihime Inoue are confronted by 12th Division Captain Mayuri Kurotsuchi.

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    Episode 44

    Ishida Ultimate Power!

    August 9, 2005 · 23 min

    Uryū Ishida removes his Sanrei Glove to defeat 12th Division Captain Mayuri Kurotsuchi.

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    Episode 45

    Overcome Your Limits!

    August 16, 2005 · 23 min

    Ichigo Kurosaki begins his Bankai Training.

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    Episode 46

    Authentic Records! School of Shinigami

    August 23, 2005 · 23 min

    5th Division Lieutenant Momo Hinamori recalls her past at the Shin'ō Academy.

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    Episode 47

    The Avengers

    August 30, 2005 · 23 min

    As Ichigo Kurosaki continues his Bankai Training, 5th Division Lieutenant Momo Hinamori confronts 10th Division Captain Tōshirō Hitsugaya over the contents of…

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    Episode 48

    Hitsugaya Roars!

    September 6, 2005 · 23 min

    10th Division Captain Tōshirō Hitsugaya battles 3rd Division Captain Gin Ichimaru.

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    Episode 49

    Rukia's Nightmare

    September 13, 2005 · 23 min

    Rukia Kuchiki recalls her past with Kaien Shiba.

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    Episode 50

    The Reviving Lion

    September 20, 2005 · 23 min

    The Karakura Superheroes come together once more and fight a Hollow.

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    Episode 51

    Morning of the Sentence

    September 27, 2005 · 23 min

    As the day of Rukia Kuchiki's execution arrives, various groups around the Seireitei move out and clash with one another.

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    Episode 52

    Renji, Oath of the Soul! Death Match with Byakuya

    October 4, 2005 · 25 min

    6th Division Lieutenant Renji Abarai battles his captain, Byakuya Kuchiki.

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    Episode 53

    Ichimaru Gin's Temptation, Resolution Shattered

    October 4, 2005 · 25 min

    11th Division Captain Kenpachi Zaraki and his subordinates battle the 7th and 9th Division captains and lieutenants.

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    Episode 54

    An Accomplished Oath! Get back Rukia!

    October 18, 2005 · 25 min

    Rukia Kuchiki's execution ceremony commences, but does not proceed as planned.

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    Episode 55

    The Strongest Shinigami! Ultimate Confrontation Between Teacher and Students

    October 25, 2005 · 25 min

    After the interruption of Rukia Kuchiki's execution, battles commence all across the Seireitei.

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    Episode 56

    Supersonic Battle! Determine the Goddess of Battle

    November 1, 2005 · 25 min

    Yoruichi Shihōin battles 2nd Division Captain Suì-Fēng.

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    Episode 57

    Senbonzakura, Crushed! Zangetsu Thrusts through the Sky

    November 8, 2005 · 25 min

    Ichigo Kurosaki and Captain Byakuya Kuchiki continue their battle.

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    Episode 58

    Unseal! The Black Blade, the Miraculous Power

    November 15, 2005 · 25 min

    Ichigo Kurosaki and 6th Division Captain Byakuya Kuchiki activate their Bankai.

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    Episode 59

    Conclusion of the Death Match! White Pride and Black Desire

    November 22, 2005 · 25 min

    Ichigo Kurosaki and 6th Division Captain Byakuya Kuchiki's battle reaches its conclusion.

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    Episode 60

    Reality of the Despair, the Assassin's Dagger is Swung

    December 6, 2005 · 25 min

    A conspiracy connecting several recent events in Soul Society is revealed.

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    Episode 61

    Aizen Stands! Horrible Ambitions

    December 13, 2005 · 25 min

    4th Division Lieutenant Isane Kotetsu informs the Gotei 13 that Sōsuke Aizen is alive as the latter reveals his machinations.

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    Episode 62

    Gather Together! Group of the Strongest Shinigami!

    December 20, 2005 · 25 min

    5th Division Captain Sōsuke Aizen removes the Hōgyoku from Rukia Kuchiki's Soul and retreats to Hueco Mundo.

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    Episode 63

    Rukia's Resolution, Ichigo's Feelings

    January 10, 2006 · 25 min

    Ichigo Kurosaki and his friends say their goodbyes in Soul Society before heading back home through the Dangai.

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    Episode 64

    New School Term, Renji Has Come to the Material World?!

    January 17, 2006 · 25 min

    As the lives of Ichigo Kurosaki and his friends begin to return to normal, three mysterious figures appear and abduct Orihime Inoue.

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    Episode 65

    Creeping Terror, the Second Victim

    January 24, 2006 · 25 min

    Ichigo Kurosaki, Uryū Ishida, Yasutora Sado, and 6th Division Lieutenant Renji Abarai are forced to play a game in order to find Orihime Inoue.

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    Episode 66

    Breakthrough! The Trap Hidden in the Labyrinth

    January 31, 2006 · 25 min

    Ichigo Kurosaki, Lieutenant Renji Abarai, and Uryū Ishida must navigate a labyrinth in order to free their friends.

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    Episode 67

    Death Game! The Missing Classmate

    February 7, 2006 · 25 min

    Ichigo Kurosaki and his friends must deduce the identity of an impostor in their midst.

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    Episode 68

    True Identity of the Devil, the Secret which Is Revealed

    February 14, 2006 · 25 min

    The truth about the Mod-Souls is revealed as a new enemy appears.

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    Episode 69

    Bount! The Ones Who Hunt Souls

    February 14, 2006 · 25 min

    The Mod-Souls receive new bodies as Ichigo Kurosaki encounters a Bount for the first time.

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    Episode 70

    Rukia's Return! Revival of the Substitute Team!

    February 21, 2006 · 25 min

    Two new Bount appear as one takes an interest in Uryū Ishida.

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    Episode 71

    The Moment of Collision! An Evil Hand Draws Near to the Quincy

    March 7, 2006 · 25 min

    With Ryō Utagawa attempting to devour his Soul, Uryū Ishida finds himself abducted and saved by Yoshino Sōma.

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    Episode 72

    Water Attack! Escape from the Shutdown Hospital

    March 14, 2006 · 25 min

    While Uryū Ishida is in the hospital, his friends must fight two Bount who can control water.

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    Episode 73

    Gathering Bounts! The Man Who Makes His Move

    March 28, 2006 · 25 min

    Ganju Shiba and 4th Division 7th Seat Hanatarō Yamada help conclude the fight against Hō and Ban.

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    Episode 74

    Memories of an Eternally Living Clan

    March 28, 2006 · 25 min

    Uryū Ishida gets to know Yoshino Sōma while 11th Division Captain Kenpachi Zaraki and his lieutenant, Yachiru Kusajishi, discover that a former member of their…

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    Episode 75

    Earth-Shattering Event at 11th Squad! The Shinigami Who Rises Again

    April 4, 2006 · 25 min

    12th Division Captain Mayuri Kurotsuchi informs the Gotei 13 of his missing data on the Bount while Ichigo Kurosaki and his friends break into the Bount Mansio…

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    Episode 76

    Crashing Force! Fried vs. Zangetsu

    April 4, 2006 · 25 min

    Ichigo Kurosaki faces off against Ryō Utagawa, who ends up betraying Jin Kariya with the intention of dethroning him.

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    Episode 77

    Unfading Grudge! The Shinigami whom Kenpachi Killed

    April 11, 2006 · 25 min

    Maki Ichinose remembers his past as he and Jin Kariya battle Ichigo Kurosaki.

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    Episode 78

    Shocking Revelations for the 13 Divisions!! The Truth Buried in History

    May 2, 2006 · 25 min

    Uryū Ishida tries to understand more about Yoshino Sōma as Ichigo Kurosaki spars with 6th Division Lieutenant Renji Abarai and Ganju Shiba in order to regain h…

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    Episode 79

    Yoshino's Decision of Death

    May 9, 2006 · 25 min

    Yoshino Sōma makes a final stand against Jin Kariya in order to redeem herself.

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    Episode 80

    Assault from a Formidable Enemy! A Tiny Final Line of Defense?!

    May 16, 2006 · 25 min

    At Kisuke Urahara's request, Ririn, Kurōdo, and Noba prepare anti-Bount traps around the Kurosaki Clinic, but are angered when Ichigo Kurosaki brushes them off…

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