“Bleach” was and continues to be a popular stepping stone for newcomers to anime and manga, and despite the fact that the series was canceled after a long run, many fans still have fond memories of it.
“Bleach,” written and illustrated by Tite Kubo, follows Ichigo Kurosaki, an everyday high school student until his family is attacked by a Hollow, a malevolent spirit set on devouring human souls. He then encounters Rukia Kuchiki, a Soul Reaper who’d been injured while protecting Ichigo’s family from the assailant. In order to save his family, Ichigo accepts Rukia’s offer to take her powers, and as a result, he becomes a Soul Reaper.
However, because Rukia is unable to reclaim her powers, Ichigo is tasked with tracking down the Hollows who plague their town. He is not, however, alone in his fight, as he is ultimately joined by his classmates Yasutora Sado, Orihime Inoue, and Uryuu Ishida, each of whom possesses unique abilities.
The young Soul Reaper realizes that the Hollows aren’t the only serious threat to humanity as he and his teammates adjust to their new responsibilities and aid one another both on and off the battlefield.
It was adapted into a long-running anime, four movies, multiple novels, video games, and even a live-action film, making it one of the Big Three alongside “One Piece” and “Naruto.”
“Bleach” was canceled in 2012, despite its initial popularity. With the Fullbring arc, the show came to an end without a fitting conclusion. Meanwhile, the manga’s final arc, The Thousand-Year Blood War, continued until August 2016, when it was officially concluded.
Last year, it was announced that “Bleach” would return after a five-year hiatus and that the final arc would be animated. Here’s what we know about the hit show’s return.
When is the release date for Bleach Final Arc: Thousand Year Blood War?
The final episode of the renowned anime aired in March 2012, leaving fans around the world with their jaws on the floor. Anime fans all across the world have demanded that the next season be aired as soon as possible in the coming years.
Their prayers had finally been heard by the creators after an eight-year wait. With the debut of the Burn the Witch anime, it was assumed that the last season would be released soon. It was supposed to come out in the Spring of 2021, or possibly later. Chapter 367 is said to be the commencement of the final season. As a result, this will be a massive season, with roughly 20 volumes of information.
Finally, in December of 2021, it was announced that Bleach would launch in the autumn of 2022. In October 2022, Bleach Final Arc: Thousand Year Blood War will premiere. We’ll have to wait a few more months to see Ichigo Kurosaki and his companions in action once more.
Studio Pierrot released the first promotional teaser for Bleach during Jump Festa 2022. It will adapt the events of the final arc that all Bleach fans have been waiting to be animated, and it will celebrate Ichigo and his friends’ return to the small screen.
Crunchyroll and Hulu have all 366 episodes of Bleach available, and it’s probable that the former will get the next season as it airs. Those ready for the return can revisit their favorite episodes on either streaming service.
What will happen in Bleach Final Arc: Thousand Year Blood War?
Fans can anticipate seeing the plot of The Thousand-Year Blood War, which begins with Volume 55 and ends with Volume 74, as the anime will be animating the last arc. The Quincy army, led by Yhwach, will return in the anime, with the goal of absorbing the Soul King and collapsing the Human World, Soul Society, and Hueco Mundo all at once.
Uryu Ishida, once known as the last Quincy, will succeed Yhwach, causing a gap between him and his companions, especially Ichigo. There will be many intense battles, as in past arcs, but this time, Nanao Ise and Nemu Kurotsuchi will get their opportunity to shine as they safeguard their leaders. Kubo has also provided more information about Ichigo’s and Uryu’s parents, as well as their ties.
There will be a final battle against Yhwach and a 10-year time skip following the war in which Ichigo marries Orihime Inoue, Uryu becomes a doctor, Rukia marries Renji Abarai, and Yasutora ‘Chad’ Sado becomes a professional boxer. The series will most likely end with Ichigo’s son, Kazui, meeting Rukia’s daughter, Ichika, as the manga did.