Episodes
The Gotei 13 investigates anomalies in the Human World and Rukongai. Ichigo Kurosaki and Captain-Commander Yamamoto face enigmatic adversaries.
Ichigo and his friends travel to Hueco Mundo after Nel and Pesche reveal that Tier Harribel is being imprisoned by Yhwach. Upon arriving in the Hollow World, they come across and spy on a mysterious group gathering captives.
Ichigo and Quilge clash; the Captain's meeting continues to progress as they discuss the new threat. Having already conquered Hueco Mundo, Yhwach and The Wandenreich seizes these opportunities to strike the Soul Society.
The Soul Society suffers heavy losses from the Sternritter's surprise attack. The 13 Divisions Imperial Guards begin to realize a vital mistake they have been making against the invaders.
Akon establishes a connection with Ichigo, who attempts to travel to the Soul Society for much-needed backup. He is denied the opportunity by a sudden blockade in the portal set up by Quilge -bloodshed continues in the Soul Society.
The Wandenreich and Yhwach swiftly defeat several Captains and Lieutenants. Understanding the severity of the situation, Captain-Commander Genryusai Shigekuni Yamamoto advances to the front lines to face off against the Quincy King.
The Wardenriech begin to wrap up and withdraw from the devastated Soul Society however are stopped by Ichigo, who finally arrives at the scene. He has one last chance at vengeance with a showdown against Yhwach.
The gotei 13 regroups after their crushing defeat by the Quincy empire, wandenriech. The arrival of a certain group is announced that may turn the tide of battle.
To prepare for the coming battle, Squad Zero brings Ichigo back to the Royal Palace. Kyoraku is appointed as the new Head Captain to lead the Thirteen Court Guard Squads.
Kenpachi Zaraki removes his eye patch to fight Retsu Unohana, a.k.a. Yachiru Unohana, "The First Kenpachi." Meanwhile, Ichigo and Renji head to Hoohden to meet Oh-Etsu Nimaiya, the man who is said to have created the Zanpakuto.
Banished from the Soul Society, a devastated Ichigo takes shelter of her former employee. Afterwards, Isshin tells his son the truth about the past.
Isshin explains to Ichigo how he and Masaki met and the circumstances that led to her death.
As the Soul Society prepares to fight the Quincy again, Ichigo learns the truth about Zangetsu and works towards uncovering his true Zanpakuto.
Storyline
The summer of love is officially underway as the islanders arrive at their beautiful beachside Villa; it doesn't take long for them to couple up, but when a surprise islander moves in, someone might go home before they have time to unpack.