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Bleach Season 13 Episodes
Season 13 Episode Guide
36 Episodes 2009 - 2010
Episode 1
A New Enemy! The Materialization of Zanpakuto
Sat, Nov 12, 201123 mins
A mysterious man who calls himself "Muramasa" appears in the Seireitei to declare war against the Soul Reapers. Using his powers, Muramasa gives physical form to the Zanpakuto and liberates them from the captains and lieutenants of the 13 Court Guard Squads.
Episode 2
Byakuya, Disappearing with the Cherry Blossoms
24 mins
Having sustained severe injuries in battle, Rukia escapes to the World of the Living and is saved by Ichigo. A mysterious woman then arrives through the Senkaimon and proceeds to attack the two using the same Zanpakuto as Rukia.
Episode 3
Sode no Shirayuki vs. Rukia! Confused Heart
Sat, Nov 26, 201124 mins
After hearing that Byakuya has gone missing, Rukia returns to the Seireitei to search for her brother and in the process comes across Sodenoshirayuki.
Episode 4
Zangetsu Becomes an Enemy
Sat, Dec 3, 201124 mins
Muramasa appears before Ichigo and explains how he freed the Zanpakuto from the Soul Reapers, as well as gave them a physical form to exist.
Episode 5
Renji Surprised?! The Two Zabimarus
24 mins
The Zanpakuto rebellion has left the Seireitei in a state of destruction with many Soul Reapers still missing, including Squad Six captain Byakuya Kuchiki.
Episode 6
Clash! Hisagi vs. Kazeshini
24 mins
Inside Ichigo's mind, Muramasa meets Hollow Ichigo. Taking an interest in him, Muramasa attempts to manifest Hollow Ichigo like he did with Zangetsu, only to discover that his spell does not work on Hollow Ichigo.
Episode 7
Release! The New Getsuga Tensho
Sat, Jan 7, 201224 mins
Ichigo has regained his Shikai and battles Muramasa. But Zangetsu, who has sided with Muramasa, steps in to fight Ichigo.
Episode 8
Soi Fon, Surrounding the Zanpakuto
24 mins
Ichigo's and Renji's victories against their own Zanpakuto has proven that a Soul Reaper can reclaim his Zanpakuto by defeating it in battle.
Episode 9
Friendship? Hatred? Haineko & Tobiume
Sat, Jan 21, 201224 mins
Haineko and Tobiume, two Zanpakuto who do not get along, are walking through the woods when they spot Ichigo, who is in pursuit of Senbonzakura and Byakuya.
Episode 10
The Awakening Hyorinmaru! Hitsugaya's Fierce Fight
Sat, Jan 28, 201224 mins
The battle of Rangiku and Momo versus Haineko and Tobiume heats up, as both sides try to outsmart their opponents. Elsewhere, captain Toshiro Hitsugaya has located his Zanpakuto Hyorinmaru. But to Toshiro's surprise, Hyorinmaru has lost all trace of his memory following his release by Muramasa. In order to help regain Hyorinmaru's lost memories and prove that he is its true master, Toshiro challenges his Zanpakuto to battle.
Episode 11
Byakuya's Betrayal
Sat, Feb 11, 201224 mins
Results from Mayuri Kurotsuchi's experiment using Marechiyo Omaeda's Gegetsuburi show that a manifested Zanpakuto cannot revert to its original sword state when defeated by someone other than its master.
Episode 12
For the Sake of Pride! Byakuya vs. Renji
Sat, Feb 18, 201224 mins
The Thirteen Court Guard Squads, particularly Renji and Rukia, are shocked by the news of Byakuya now supposedly working with Muramasa. Meanwhile, inside Muramasa's hideout, the Zanpakuto cannot hide their discomfort over having Byakuya join them.
Episode 13
Shinigami and Zanpakuto, Total Sortie
Sat, Feb 25, 201224 mins
At the Squad Six Barracks, Renji and Rukia are determined to know why Byakuya has betrayed the Soul Society to work with Muramasa. Their conversation is cut short by the arrival of the manifested Zanpakuto.
Episode 14
One-to-One Fight! Ichigo vs. Senbonzakura
Sat, Mar 3, 201224 mins
The Soul Reapers find themselves in a tough battle against the manifested Zanpakuto, including Ichigo who is struggling against Senbonzakura.
Episode 15
The Long Awaited... Kenpachi Appears!
Tue, Nov 3, 200924 mins
The battle between Soul Reapers and Zanpakuto heats up as Kenpachi joins in the fight. Kenpachi easily overwhelms the Zanpakuto with his incredible Spirit Energy and then goes off to challenge Byakuya.
Episode 16
Pursue Byakuya! The Confused Gotei Divisions
Sat, Mar 17, 201224 mins
Ichigo, Renji, Rukia, and Izuru collapse after being exposed to Konjiki Ashisogijizo's poison. Konjiki Ashisogijizo then seeks for its next prey but is stopped by Yachiru Kusajishi.
Episode 17
Special Mission! Rescue Captain Commander Yamamoto!
Sat, Mar 24, 201224 mins
Yoruichi has located Muramasa's hideout where Head Captain Yamamoto is being held. A team comprised of Ichigo, Shunsui, Jushiro, Kenpachi, and Yoruichi sets out to rescue the Head Captain, but the group soon encounters the Zanpakuto who were anticipating their arrival.
Episode 18
Deceived Shinigami! The World Collapse Crisis
Sat, Mar 31, 201224 mins
Ichigo battles Muramasa in order to save Head Captain Yamamoto from captivity. Meanwhile, Yoruichi, Shunsui, and Jushiro notice that the Zanpakuto are trying to prevent them from reaching Ichigo, and quickly realize that he was the key to Muramasa's plan all along.
Episode 19
Dragon of Ice and Dragon of Flame! The Strongest Showdown!
Sat, Apr 7, 201224 mins
Muramasa's true objective is revealed to be in Karakura Town. Ichigo and the other Soul Reapers try to go after Muramasa, but the manifested Zanpakuto of Genryusai's Ryujinjakka stands in their way.
Episode 20
Senbonzakura's Bankai! Offense and Defense of the Living World
Sat, Apr 14, 201224 mins
Uryu, Chad, and Orihime confront Muramasa who has entered the World of the Living. Using teamwork, Uryu and Chad at first appear to gain the upper hand in battle, when Senbonzakura appears to assist Muramasa.
Episode 21
That Man, for the Sake of the Kuchiki
Sat, Apr 21, 201224 mins
Centuries ago, Ginrei Kuchiki, Byakuya Kuchiki's grandfather, and his son-in-law Koga Kuchiki were assigned to bring down the rebel forces threatening the Seireitei. With his Zanpakuto Muramasa's power, Koga wipes out the renegade Soul Reapers one after another, and soon his strength becomes known throughout the Soul Society. Yet Koga himself was frustrated by the fact that his father-in-law Ginrei did not seem to acknowledge his accomplishments.
Episode 22
Dark History! The Worst Shinigami Is Born
Sat, Apr 28, 201224 mins
Koga Kuchiki escapes his confinement and in the process, kills the Soul Reapers who framed him. Although Ginrei sympathizes with his son-in-law's situation, he reprimands Koga for his rash actions. Enraged, Koga severs his ties with the Kuchiki clan and begins killing Soul Reapers and innocent people.
Episode 23
Byakuya, the Truth Behind His Betrayal
Sat, May 5, 201224 mins
To uphold the honor of his family, Byakuya Kuchiki fights the resurrected Koga Kuchiki. Meanwhile, the despair of being abandoned by Koga takes its toll on Muramasa's body.
Episode 24
Muramasa's True Identity Revealed
Sat, May 12, 201224 mins
Koga's betrayal causes Muramasa to lose control over all of the Hollows he absorbed to sustain himself. To make matters worse, his immense Spiritual Pressure begins to attract other Hollows to Karakura Town. As Ichigo, Uryu, Chad, Orihime, and Rukia work together to deal with the situation, Muramasa fires a massive Cero towards them.
Episode 25
Byakuya and Renji, the 6th Division Returns
Sat, May 19, 201224 mins
Uryu and the others attempt to save Ichigo, who has been engulfed by Muramasa, but with little success. Meanwhile, the Soul Reapers of the Thirteen Court Guard Squads team up with their own Zanpakuto to fight the Hollows that have appeared in the World of the Living.
Episode 26
Final Chapter - Zanpakuto the Alternate Tale
Sat, May 26, 201224 mins
Inside Muramasa's mind, Ichigo clashes blades with Muramasa. As Muramasa's body and mind reach their limits, he begins to transform into a Hollow. With little time remaining, Ichigo and Muramasa decide to settle their score once and for all.
Episode 27
The Angered Byakuya! The Collapse of the Kuchiki House
Sat, Jun 2, 201224 mins
With the defeat of Muramasa, peace has returned to the Soul Society. Renji, Rukia, and the other Soul Reapers are having a good time at the Kuchiki mansion's party, when the place is suddenly attacked by two unknown beings. Having left her Zanpakuto behind, Rukia falls into danger when, to her surprise, the manifested Sodenoshirayuki comes to her rescue.
Episode 28
A New Enemy! The True Nature of the Sword Fiends
Sat, Jun 9, 201224 mins
The assailants who attacked the Kuchiki mansion are identified as "Sword Beasts," manifested Zanpakuto of Soul Reapers who lost their lives during the battle with Muramasa. Due to the potential danger, an order is issued throughout the Soul Society to hunt down all remaining Sword Beasts, including ones who have escaped into the World of the Living. Toshiro, Hyorinmaru, Rangiku, and Haineko go after a Sword Beast who is in the World of the Living searching for its master.
Episode 29
Stray Snake, Tortured Monkey
Sat, Jun 16, 201224 mins
Renji and Zabimaru (Monkey and Snake) come to the World of the Living to go after a Sword Beast. However, Snake is too distracted by his surroundings, and as a result lets the Sword Beast escape. After being scolded by Renji and Monkey, a frustrated Snake decides he wants to be his own man and runs off.
Episode 30
Terror! The Monster That Lurks Underground
Sat, Jun 23, 201224 mins
Isane and Hanataro are troubled by the recent reports of someone stealing food from the Squad Four barracks. Evidence shows that the thief is hiding in an underground waterway, and so a team comprised of Hanataro, Nanao, Ikkaku, and Hozukimaru is sent down for investigation.
Episode 31
Conclusion!? Hisagi vs. Kazeshini
Sat, Jun 30, 201224 mins
Following Muramasa's defeat, most of the Zanpakuto have reconciled and returned to their masters, except for Kazeshini, who is still out to kill his former master Shuhei Hisagi. When Kazeshini goes into the Rukon District in the hopes of finding Shuhei, he instead comes across an infant who just lost his father to a Sword Beast. To Kazeshini's annoyance, the infant has taken a liking to the rogue Zanpakuto and now refuses to leave his side.
Episode 32
The Person with the Unknown Ability! Orihime Is Targeted
Sat, Jul 7, 201223 mins
A new student Haida Kyoko comes to Orihime's class after a ghost attack on one of the girls in the same classroom.
Episode 33
Haineko Cries! The Tragic Sword Fiend
Sat, Jul 14, 201224 mins
During a mission to hunt down the Sword Beasts, Haineko comes across a wounded Sword Beast called Narunosuke and, to her surprise, falls in love with the handsome enemy before her. Believing that Narunosuke is different from other Sword Beasts, Haineko goes against her orders and decides to look after him.
Episode 34
Imprisonment?! Senbonzakura & Zabimaru
Sat, Jul 21, 201224 mins
Renji's Zanpakuto Zabimaru, consisting of Monkey and Snake, are irritated over the fact that Byakuya's Senbonzakura is taking all the credit for their work. Later, a small accident leads to the three Zanpakuto becoming trapped inside the Department of Research and Development's facility. As they try to find a means to escape, the two Zabimarus find Senbonzakura to be more troublesome than either of them had anticipated.
Episode 35
Battle of the Females? Katen Kyokotsu vs. Nanao!
Sat, Jul 28, 201224 mins
Lieutenant Nanao Ise is paired up with Katenkyokotsu Wakizashi, the shorter of Captain Kyoraku's two swords, to hunt for Sword Beasts. But Nanao finds Wakizashi's malicious and distrustful nature to be quite difficult to work with.
Episode 36
Evolution?! The Menace of the Final Sword Fiend
Sat, Aug 4, 201224 mins
The Zanpakuto notice the remaining Sword Beasts acting strangely and realize it to be the work of Kirikaze, a Sword Beast capable of robbing Spirit Energy from others. With their time to manifest as physical entities reaching its limits, the Zanpakuto are determined to carry out their last mission to defeat Kirikaze.