Bleach: Sennen Kessen-hen - Soukoku-tan

After an awe-inspiring battle with Ichibei Hyousube—leader of the Soul Society's Royal Guard—the powerful Yhwach moves into the final stage of his master plan. He aims to slay the Soul King, the being whose very existence maintains the status quo of three worlds: Hueco Mundo, the Soul Society, and the realm of humans that Ichigo Kurosaki and his closest friends hail from. Conquering his own bout with the remainder of the Royal Guard, Uryuu Ishida joins Yhwach in his efforts to create a new world in his image.

With a flood of resolution and newfound power, Ichigo rushes to stop Yhwach from accomplishing his ultimate goal and save the countless lives within the three existing realms. But Ichigo has a complicated lineage, one that leaves him susceptible to Yhwach's sinister influence.

Meanwhile, in a final desperate gambit, Jirou Sakuranosuke Shunsui Kyouraku, the newly promoted head captain of the Soul Society's combat corps, enlists the help of an old enemy whose immense power may turn the tide of battle.

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Kurosaki, Ichigo Main

Morita, Masakazu Japanese

Ishida, Uryuu Main

Sugiyama, Noriaki Japanese

Zaraki, Kenpachi Supporting

Tachiki, Fumihiko Japanese

Urahara, Kisuke Supporting

Miki, Shinichiro Japanese

Aizen, Sousuke Supporting

Hayami, Show Japanese

Kuchiki, Rukia Supporting

Orikasa, Fumiko Japanese

Hitsugaya, Toushirou Supporting

Park, Romi Japanese

Kuchiki, Byakuya Supporting

Okiayu, Ryoutarou Japanese

Jaegerjaquez, Grimmjow Supporting

Suwabe, Junichi Japanese

Shihouin, Yoruichi Supporting

Yukino, Satsuki Japanese

Taguchi, Tomohisa Director, Episode Director, Script, Storyboard, Series Composition

Murata, Hikaru Director, Episode Director, Storyboard

Nagasaki, Yukio Sound Director

Odaka, Yoshinori Episode Director

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Feb 10, 2025

Justykanna

Recommended

Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War - The Conflict is part 3 of the four-part series for the Bleach sequel, and it's still amazing.

Story & Characters: There's really not a ton to expand upon with the story, and, given the landscape that we already have, that's perfectly fine. Ichigo and friends finally make it to the castle where Yhwach is standing by, and the entirely of the Soul Society needs to find a way to stop him - by any means necessary.

Something that often gets expanded upon with new characters in a final season are more backstories. That's something that happens once again with a ... few of the Sternritter and while the stories, particularly with Bazz-B. While these tales are solid on their own, inserting them into the main story really breaks the continuity and pacing of the series. It's so hard to implement well, as something like Demon Slayer has struggled to do this properly. I'm mostly okay with the way Pierrot Films has gone about this because it builds something up for our characters. We even get some background story on Nanao, someone who we haven't seen much during our Bleach journey. It's unique and her weird relationship with her captain makes a lot more sense now.

Some characters from the past return, affecting the story in different ways. It's a bit of a mixed bag, but it never really feels like they're totally there for a reason, outside of "save the world". It's fine, but nothing mindblowing. Fight sequences, however, bring no indecisiveness to what's going on, and while we did get a bit too simple with some fights, there's no question that they're flashy, and display just how strong some of our cast members are. We obviously haven't seen everyone at full power yet, and that leaves us with more to chew on when the final season airs. (Story: 8/10, Characters: 9/10)

Art: Animation remains consistent throughout the season for the most part. This is the studio that also did Naruto, and I was expected some amount of lower quality at some point because of their history. I'm happy to report that the series looks solid. (9/10)

Sound: Monochrome, the ED by suisoh, was probably my favourite tune this time around. I wasn't too high on the OP though. Voice work remains strong, with more returnees from the first series bringing in strong work, including Lucien Dodge (Yukio), Cristina Vee (Riruka) and David Vincent (Grimmjow). Terrance Stone (Mayuri) might've put together my fabourite performance this time around though. (9/10)

Overall: Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War - The Conflict remains strong, even if it's still not as good as the first season. There's tons of action, plenty of story weaved in throughout and we can tell we're finally building up to the final showdown. I'm very excited, as should each and every other Bleach fan out there. (9/10)

Reviewer’s Rating: 9

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Feb 27, 2025

AsamiAoii

Mixed Feelings

Ichigo’s arc continues to evolve, and his role in the battle against the Quincy feels meaningful, though his character development in this part feels somewhat limited compared to the earlier seasons.
The introduction of the Quincies as the main antagonists brings a fresh layer of threat to the story. Yhwach is a powerful and menacing leader, and his powers make him a formidable foe. Other key Quincy characters, like Ishida’s complicated relationship with his heritage, adds emotional depth.
Characters like Renji, Rukia, and Byakuya get some solid screen time, but their development, particularly Byakuya’s, feels overshadowed by the new conflict.
The reappearance of beloved characters adds a lot ... of nostalgia value, but not all of them are given enough time to shine in this arc.

One of the standout elements of this arc is the high-quality animation. The fights are visually stunning, with intense combat, smooth choreography, and detailed character designs. The animation department has really stepped up for Bleach’s return, bringing the Thousand-Year Blood War to life with the level of spectacle fans expect. The battles are epic and have emotional weight, though some might feel a bit stretched in terms of runtime.

Weaknesses
Pacing Issues: As mentioned, the pacing is inconsistent, with some episodes feeling too slow while others rush through key developments. The tension can sometimes feel undercut by long stretches of dialogue or setup.
Lack of Focus: With so many characters involved, the narrative occasionally feels spread thin. Some side characters and even key figures don’t get enough development or time to shine.
Over-Reliance on Nostalgia: While it’s great to see old characters return, some of the arcs for these characters feel underwhelming compared to their previous developments, for example Mayuri.

Overall, it is a visually stunning and action-packed return to the series, with solid fights, dramatic moments, and an intriguing new set of villains. However, it suffers from pacing issues and an overwhelming number of characters vying for attention. While it’s an enjoyable watch for Bleach fans such as myself, it doesn’t quite reach the heights of the best arcs in the series. Still, it sets the stage for what could be an incredible final battle in the next parts of the war.

Reviewer’s Rating: 7

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Jan 3, 2025

ecktt

Not Recommended

TLDR: It took me 15 years to realise how much shit Bleach really is.

For a series that started off fair enough; the power creep, contrived story, inexplicable superpowers and vintage anime "I will defeat you with will power" nonsense has caught up to the good animation that it has finally received. Or maybe I was naive, and it was always a pig with lipstick. Was Nelliel running around with those 2 idiots not enough to warn me this show failed at trying to be funny, while being serious? Did the horny teddy bear synthetic soul not signal the incoming stupidity? Was Kenpachi and his lolicon ... side kick not a red flag? Was everyone strangely idiotic Bankai not a giveaway? I could go on but that would be a retelling of the entire show. The world building created a mess of chaotic themed factions with the mechanics of a rotary engine. Great at 10000 rpm but utter shit everywhere else. If you ask the typical Bleach fan what they like; it is all about the fights and nothing to do with the stapled-on story with weak characters. So, who really is Bleach for? The only thing I can think of is, adults with the mindset of a 12-year-old, unless you're okay with actual 12-year-olds getting a healthy serving of Matsumoto fan service.

Reviewer’s Rating: 5

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