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Oct 5, 2024 to Dec 28, 2024
After an awe-inspiring battle with Ichibei Hyousubeâleader of the Soul Society's Royal Guardâthe 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. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
6.9/10
Average Review Score
60%
Recommend It
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I would rather live in sad reality than live in fabricated happiness. OG Bleach (366) was somewhat decent as a TV series. It had so many cool characters and events that was meaningful, funny and entertaining to watch. However, this new seasons âThousand Year Blood Warâ is completely the opposite. Old Bleach was slow given all the events to build up for the viewer, but now things happen in an instant that just ruined the whole build up and connection for all the fights to unfold and for characters and the story to grace in any way. Fans after the last episode of the previousseason of TYBW hyped up Senjumaru like she is the đ and unbeatable. I knew right the way what is going to happen. It is task book Bleach outcome; She gets this super power up to impress everyone, then she gets destroyed by plot as always. This was indeed the main issue with Tite Kubos writing. He canât possibly write meaningful and comprehensive stories that has fundamentally driven by the act of the characters. Rather he writes nonsensical and soulless outcomes of the events since these characters like Senjumaru or Ichibei are so powerful that they could have ended the series. So does Aizen in the OG series should have defeated Ichigo with a single move, but Tite tried his best to gave Ichigo 2 years to train in the middle of the story which was hours in the actual timeline so he can somehow makes this train wreck story move forward into.. an absolute madness like it did. The whole conflict is ridiculous anyway, Quincyâs are just made for being the bad guys that couldnât get along with the Shinigamis. Obviously someone pulled the strings to make them hate each other, but they are so stupid to just talk through things. It is also way more interesting to put on flashy, but zero effort fights. The real reason for my dissatisfaction with Bleach is its chaotic emptiness and the lack of any revelatory narrative to tell. Battle on top of battle just consumed this series alive since it has nothing behind its flashy overpowered characters acting battles between each others for years. Every single Bleach episode now is random fighting against random pop out plot device characters that you will only know for no longer for one episode as the âstrongest opponentâ. Those who got beaten up and should have died like four times so far are getting stronger and still alive⌠Those who should have stayed alive are getting killed by plot. Ridiculous.. Lets talk about the battles and powers, because this show possesses the most unbalanced power system and unga-bunga action tactics ever. All the powers are random and hardly had any foundation whatsoever. Senjumaru should have killed everyone, but again the plot saved all the Quincyâs⌠so the story can continue. Not to mention she killed everyone in her Bankai, except Uruyu so HE can be the one who ends her. Even Bleach fans knows that she is way above the league of Uruyu, but still canât accept that this series and Tite Kubo is just playing with the viewers with his extremely poor writing. Since no one saying this out loud, he is free to write this mediocre nonsense all day. Also, since when does Uruyu can use Sasukes Rinnegan abilities? Didnât know it was their voice actorâs ability all along. âThis is my highest levelâ until you kill me and I come back stronger Ahh power system. They are supposedly multiverse level, but in battle they do normal human damage to each other. The biggest attack power is probably small town level, but usually their attacks are building or wall level. However their aura and âspiritual pressure is shaking worldsâ. We all know aura is a big deal. The sad fact is that the whole power scaling is so unbalanced that no strong opponent can last longer than one second against another stronger opponent. They one tapping each other because they are so lacking correspondence to their titles. No worries though, the gap might be large in powers, but they are equally boring in battle tactics. The villains in bleach follows the trope of evil for the sake of evil without any reasonable or rational justification of their actions or goals. They just want the opposite of what the other group wants. Kindergartners level scrimmage. Deaths also has no emotional connection since characters dies from one frame to another without any logical connection to the battle or story. Tite creates these crazy cool characters to appear epic, just for them to die a few frames later. One tap 90%. Also gives random explanations to some new stuff that he pulled out from no where. The animators had to drag the scenes like âhis aura is shaking worlds nowâ it might look cool and powerful.. but definitely not well written or enjoyable. When it comes to actual battle, one side acts like they are the strongest ever, then when they donât have anything else to say gets one tapped immediately. Donât worry though, they are fine. Yamamoto: âThere is no better protection here than myself.â Five minutes later: đĽ Poor Toushirou was humiliated five times and he still alive. Team Zero were named zero, because you need zero effort to defeat them. (Strongest group in Bleach btw). Ichigo dies for the fifth time, I guess the training at the dinner table and in the jacuzzi wasnât enough for him. âAbsolute Cinemaâ more like absolute Circus. Considering that all Quincyâs are turning into a Pokemon, it is pretty accurate. Whenever you hear an anime is called âpeak cinemaâ - run. Conclusion, This series in its essence is all smoke, and people acting like there is fire. Bleach was actually somewhat interesting as a shounen back then on its TV scheduled pacing. Now unfortunately it rock button with its extremely low effort of writing standards and nonsensical unbalanced content that made it look like a random piece of show off that has nothing to offer, but lazy action on top of action without no genuine or valuable content to disclose. This type of battle Shounen what Bleach TYBW provided has been the most abundant of all action stories I have seen. What starts with a Ban-kai will end with a Ban-kai, eventually. Everything in the middle is milky-parody. As a result, Bleach has fallen from its knees to its face with this one. âBah-ouchâ. Final Score: 1/10 âď¸ I have a big appetite, but after all these exquisitely plated titles, I am still hungry for quality. Thank you for taking the time to read.
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2024 has been a year that can be described as 'giving back to the fans'. Franchises such as Fairy Tail and Spice and Wolf made their returns while classics such as Ranma 1/2 and Urusei Yatsura got their remake treatment. It came as no surprise that Bleach wanted a piece of that pie. With confidence, I can say that Bleach marks one of the greatest anime comeback in recent memory. It wasn't a long break so if you need some refresh of memory, just read the premise and the promotional videos. The core of the plot still involves Ichigo, Soul Society, and their allies defend againstYhwach and his draconian Wandenreich army. The most elite among them are known as the Sternritter. This season pits our main characters against some of the most creative and deadly enemies the franchise has ever seen. Sternritter's higher ranked members are no pushovers as they push the Gotei 13 captains to their limits. Even the captain commander Shunsui Kyouraku is pushed to his limit when confronted by the Sternritter leader. Watching this season constantly pushes the limits of what Bleach characters can do. From malevolent transformations to otherwordly abilities, there's no shortage of entertainment. As a very plot focused season, we also find out Yhwach's motivations and how far he's willing to push himself to achieve his ends. Commanding a legion of forces, he is describe as a 'final boss' of the season. To get to him, this season truly explifies the meaning of war. It's interesting to note that to achieve a meaningful plot, there's character background stories told for both Soul Reapers and Quincys. Characters such as Nanao and Ukitake's stories are told with important narratives. Others including Bazz-B gets deeper character study of how they ened up as who they are. Bleach's background storytelling sometimes defines what it means through loss, characterized by a character suffering through some form of tragedy. This is no different when we see how war and tragdies affects them. Bazz-B is a classic example of what he has experienced in the past and present. Nonetheless, popular characters in the past arcs also return who viewers should be very familiar with. However, because this season is heavily plot focused on the war, their roles are given through battles rather than more background stories. I've always thought Bleach Thousand-Year Blood War had a thirst to prove itself through unorthodox battles. Let's say if you're in for some glorious action, this season won't be a letdown. The chereography achieve cinematic sequence through its usage of character movements, expressions, and creativity. Every character in this arc is unique in itself that we question what their limits are. Yhwach is at the top of the hierarchy as we witness his power, a force that truly sets his reptuation in this entire final arc. Others such as Mayuri and Kyouraku have more creative abilities to deal with their adversaries beyond just brute force. To put it in perspective, Ichigo is not the one carrying this season on his back. But likewise, this season is also a rollercoaster of emotions when unresolved conflicts take place. For instance, how does Ichigo deal with Uryu, his former friend who joined the other side of this war? Bleach Thousand-Year Blood War - The Conflict continues to prove itself that no matter how longm it delivers what fans want to see. From the emotional storytelling through its cinematic battles, there's really no shortage what this final arc has set out to to do. It once again shows that Bleach is one of the greatest anime to make its comeback in history.
I really wanted this cour to succeed. The promise of new anime-original content gave me some hope that it could fix the flaws of the mangaâs poorly received final arc. Unfortunately, this season couldnât escape the problems of its source material. No amount of nostalgic callbacks, solid animation, or impressive sound design could save it. This feels like one of the most overhyped anime in recent memory. That being said, if youâre a fan of Bleach like I am, I still recommend giving it a watchâbut go in with lowered expectations, or youâre bound to be disappointed. Story/Plot: 4/10 The plot is where this cour falls apart.Just like in the manga, the story feels barebones and poorly constructed. Many characters are shoved into the narrative not because they serve a purpose, but because their presence panders to fans. Itâs bloated, overcrowded, and detracts from moments that could have been better fleshed out. Thereâs a severe lack of stakes throughout this cour. Weak characters like Chad and Orihime somehow survive impossible situations because theyâre fan favorites, but itâs completely unrealistic given the circumstances. This leads to a lot of plot conveniences and fake-out deaths that kill any tension. By this point, the trope feels tired and predictable. Ichigo, Renji, Lilleâso many moments couldâve had lasting emotional impact but instead feel cheap and meaningless. Animation: 7/10 While the animation started off strong, it quickly revealed its limitations. Initially, I was impressed, but as the cour progressed, I noticed more still panels and an overreliance on DBZ-style explosions rather than meaningful choreography. The battles lack creativity, and the muted color palette throughout the season gave the visuals a dull, lifeless look.There were a few standout shots, but some of the most hyped scenes didnât even match the quality of the original series. For a series with such high expectations, this season's animation felt overhyped overall. Characters: 6/10 When I say everyone is back, I mean everyone. The Vizards, the Arrancars, Nel, Grimmjow, Kiraâthe list goes on. While itâs nice to see so many familiar faces, the sheer number of returning characters completely derails the narrative. Most of them have no meaningful role and are just there to please fans. Itâs frustrating to see characters like Nel and Grimmjow brought back only to do almost nothing. Chad and Orihime are present all season but contribute absolutely nothing of substance. Instead of developing key players or focusing on meaningful relationships, we get a âgreatest hitsâ montage of cameos that detracts from the storyâs flow. It felt like an old Oprah episode: âYou get a cameo! And you get a cameo!â Sound: 8/10 There is not a lot to say here it's Bleach we know what to expect from the sound design. The opening and ending themes didnât do much for me, but the OST was solid. The nostalgic tracks from the original series were a highlight, and they did a great job of setting the tone for some scenes. However, even great sound design couldnât save the season from its narrative shortcomings. Enjoyment: 5/10 My enjoyment of this cour was heavily weighed down by its overreliance on nostalgia and the fanbaseâs overhyping of this arc. The execution felt sloppy, and the pacing was all over the place. Instead of focusing on the important parts of the story, the season jumped between scenes in a frantic attempt to cram too much into too little time. The humor also felt outdated, with gags interrupting serious moments and pulling me out of the immersion. Key characters werenât given the time they deserved, and others shouldnât have been included at all. It feels like the staff prioritized quantity over quality, which is a shame considering the potential of this arc. Final Thoughts Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War Cour 3 had the potential to elevate one of the seriesâ weakest arcs, but it fell short in almost every way. While the sound design and occasional moments of animation were enjoyable, the barebones plot, bloated cast, and lack of stakes made it a slog to get through. If youâre a Bleach fan, itâs worth watching for the nostalgiaâbut keep your expectations low. This cour is a reminder that not everything can be fixed with callbacks and flashy animation. Hereâs hoping the next cour delivers on the potential that this one missed.
Bleach has changed, changed for the worst. This is one of the worst seasons of Bleach I've ever watched. There's not a single thing good about this. The animation? puke color and too flashy. The Music? Forgettable, a serious crime because one of the best aspects of Bleach anime was the iconic music. The plot? lol. The characters? Horriblly written. The Fights? Terrible like the manga. They added new ones that are Uryu centric, but no one cares about him or his awfully defined motives. What a waste of screentime for someone so boring and useless. Who ever was in charge of this needs tobe fired. Bad fights and overly focus on stale unpopular characters is a recipe for disaster. I see why this fell down the ranks and no one is talking about it.
Bleach's Thousand Year Blood War arc had, in my opinion, a superb first cour and a bit of an underwhelming second cour. After a long wait, I was excited to see if the extra production time benefitted the season, and I also wanted to see if season 2's sacrifices ended up benefitting season 3 as many people told me it would. And it did. ==SPOILER WARNING== Bleach's third cour has so many strengths. It has - for the most part - very good animation and detail. It's new director has incorporated a ton of versatile and unique shots that add gravitas to the individual fights. It's voiceacting is, as always, superb, and its soundtrack is the best it has ever been. Most notably though, it adds a ton of new contact. We got brand new fights, none of which felt out of place or tacked on, as well as extended battles that we'd only seen brief fragments of in the manga. The additions elevate the story and help to flesh out individual character arcs. For example, Uryu's additional fight with Renji help to portray the character in a more ambiguous light, and his extended battle with Ichigo makes his perceived 'betrayal' that much more impactful because we see how well the pair understand each other. Bleach's fights fell apart for me in cour 2 but I think they've mostly recomposed themselves. For starters, it helps that there aren't too many fights, whereas the second season felt over bloated. Secondly, cour 2 fell into the issue of unexpected power up reveal followed by unexpected power up reveal which made the season feel very repetitive. That isn't really the case here. We have a lot more actual combat where the characters play around with the arsenal that is available to them and therefore when one character gets the upper hand in a fight, it feels much more earnt - for example, in the Mayuri vs Pernida fight or the Yoruichi vs Askin fight. That doesn't mean there are no deus ex-machina type moments - I'll get to that in a bit - but on the whole the fights feel stellar. The pacing of this season was well done, in my opinion, with no fights feeling prolonged to the point where it damages the viewing experience. The season's opening is stellar, with amazing animation and superb creative choices in regards to its use of colours. It's ending is also good, although its reversed version feels a bit half-baked as a concept and you can tell it doesn't fit properly. Nonetheless, both great themes. The season does a very good job at fleshing out characters with backstories. It also reveals the stories in segments, as opposed to one heavy dump, which allows the backstory and current events to run concurrently and keeps the episodes well paced. The Friends flashback sequences were very well done and I very much enjoyed how the episode switched between the past and the present to maintain good pace and action. Bleach has always been a character driven series and its character work is really something here. There's a lot of great moments between characters like Shinji and Momo, or Shunsui and Nanao. The story also progresses nicely, with some of the key villains falling, and the Soul Society going on the offensive. The change of setting is very nice and as much as I loved the red skies of the Sereitei and the dazzling blue of the Soul King Palace, I think the backdrop of darkness is the best in TYBW so far. There are some flaws with this season, however. I'll first discuss a couple things I would've liked to have seen done differently, but don't impact the score: - Bleach only introduces backstories directly before we see the pay-off of them. For example, we only see the Shunsui and Nanao flashback during the fight where it becomes relevant. It is the same with the Nemu and Mayuri flashbacks. I don't mind this, but would have liked a change of pace every now and then with some being at least partially introduced before they became integral to the plot, as I feel they would have then had more emotional impact. - I would have liked Pernida to be hand-drawn as giant Gerard was. The CGI just looked a bit weird in my opinion. - I would have liked the antithesis to have played into Renji's survival and his inclusion with the Gerard confrontation felt a bit janky. There are other issues I can't look past and ultimately pull the season down a bit. - Episode 1 begins with a lengthy recap - I think there are production reasons for this so I understand it but it does ultimately harm the viewing experience. The ending of episode 14 with Askin also felt like a weird way to end the season: it would have worked maybe partway through or in the penultimate episode but alas. - Episode 2 is not well animated and I was very surprised to see people enjoy the episode, as for me it is visually the weakest episode of all of TYBW. All detail is completely lost during the Yhwach vs Ichigo fight but this isn't replaced by good choreography or fluid animation - a lot of the fight is janky and simply comprised of different coloured lines flying around. It also was filled with awkward movements, especially the sequence with Ichigo stabbing the Soul King. This episode really hurts the overall quality of cour 3. - Nanao's sword feels just as much of an asspull in the anime as it does in the manga. It should have been foreshadowed, perhaps in the episodes were the Soul Reapers were preparing to head up to the Soul King Palace, as there was a lot of room for character interactions. It even could have been hinted at in the first part of the Shunsui vs Lille fight. Instead, it just ends up feeling cheap and a silly convenience. - Uryu's actions in episode 14 feel very silly. It doesn't make sense, to me, why he would just decide to tell Ichigo his plan when he did - why not do it sooner? Why not keep it a secret? I am excited for the consequences but it just felt so nonsensical. He gets surprised when Haschwalth appears but this doesn't make sense to me because he knew Haschwalth had the almighty. I am also confused as to why Haschwalth was referring to his normal schrift despite saying he'd swapped powers with Yhwach, and also as to why Yhwach wouldn't suspect Uryu if he too can see into the future and would know Uryu is a traitor, but because I feel like that will be explored in cour 4 these don't really affect me. Just Uryu's actions do. - Some of the dialogue feels corny but hey its a Shounen. I will say though, the soul reapers' reactions to Byakuya decapitating (?) Gerard in the final episode was ridiculous. How is killing your enemy, who threatens the entire universe as you know it, going 'too far'? Despite its flaws, Cour 3's strengths heavily outweigh them. This feels like a very solid season, with a good balance between different storylines, great pay-offs, emotional moments, exciting action-packed moments, and simply unforgettable moments. Paired with killer animation, composition, and an ingenious use of colours, along with a director with a unique vision, Cour 3 learns from Cour 2's mistakes and lays the groundwork for what could be a truly mind-blowing final season. I give this season a 9/10