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The Zero Division battles Yhwach's Schutzstaffel for the Soul King. Senjumaru sacrifices comrades to unleash her Bankai, cornering them. Ichibe turns Yhwach into a fragile black ant, pushing Yhwach and Uryu to the brink of death The Zero Division battles Yhwach's Schutzstaffel for the Soul King. Senjumaru sacrifices comrades to unleash her Bankai, cornering them. Ichibe turns Yhwach into a fragile black ant, pushing Yhwach and Uryu to the brink of death. The Zero Division battles Yhwach's Schutzstaffel for the Soul King. Senjumaru sacrifices comrades to unleash her Bankai, cornering them. Ichibe turns Yhwach into a fragile black ant, pushing Yhwach and Uryu to the brink of death.

The return of Bleach in Thousand-Year Blood War Cour 3, Episode 1 delivers an explosive start, reaffirming its status as one of the best anime revivals of the decade. The opening sequence is nothing short of breathtaking, pulling fans back into the high-stakes world of Soul Reapers and Quincies with stunning animation, emotionally charged battles, and an epic musical score that enhances every moment.

From the very first frame, the intensity is palpable. The fluidity of the animation is superb, with each clash of Zanpakuto and burst of spiritual energy masterfully animated, making every fight scene exhilarating. The pacing is perfect, striking a balance between action, character development, and the ominous build-up of future conflicts. This episode masterfully sets the tone for the epic confrontations to come, with each character's presence feeling more impactful than ever.

The character dynamics are also on point. The return of Ichigo Kurosaki to the battlefield brings a wave of nostalgia, but it's the growth of supporting characters that truly shines. The emotional weight behind each character's decisions and sacrifices feels profound, showing that this arc is as much about personal growth and redemption as it is about warfare. The episode also introduces new threats with a level of gravitas that promises intense future confrontations.

The direction and storytelling have elevated significantly, and Bleach has never looked or felt this good. With breathtaking visuals, a tightly woven narrative, and some of the most compelling action sequences in recent anime, Bleach TYBW Cour 3, Episode 1 is a triumphant continuation that sets the stage for what promises to be an unforgettable final act. A must-watch for both longtime fans and newcomers alike.

The episode is pure beauty in terms of music , direction , voice acting and ofcourse the animation. Beautiful cuts are present for both yhwach vs ichibe and senjumaru vs uryu. It might feel slow as there's almost a minute long chant/song performed by ichibe but the music added to it is very interesting and then there's beautiful usage of CG. The opening and ending are insanely beautiful and full of energy and the visuals are stunning especially the opening visuals. There's a poem like all the TYBW episodes at the ending and also the title of the next episode. Two keyword cards are also given with information about Ichibe and Senjumaru's power Shigarami.

A exemplifies everything I love about Bleach-epic fights, compelling characters, and a story that keeps getting better. 10/10, a masterpiece in every sense!

The pacing was perfect, balancing intense moments with heartfelt scenes that pulled at my emotions. The music and sound design further elevated the experience, perfectly matching the atmosphere of each moment.

The fight between Yhwach and Ichibei is nothing short of legendary. The intensity of their battle was amplified tenfold compared to the manga. The way the anime captured Ichibei's overwhelming spiritual power and Yhwach's unrelenting might was breathtaking.

Bleach's return with such a high level of animation and attention to detail is a dream come true. This episode didn't just meet expectations-it shattered them. Absolutely 10/10, Bleach at its finest!"

Just wow really! I can barely get my hands down from absolute awe and excitement!

Studio Pierrot goes nut in this first episode, and makes it clear that they are not messing around this season!

These 25min were jam-packed with incredible visuals, amazing animation, and some really tense and fluent fight scenes! I got chills and goosebumps multiple times!

Not only was it a visual masterpiece, but so many crazy things happened, that I could barely composer myself and stop to think, before the next big thing went down!

This episode for sure has moments with consequences that will shape how this season is gonna develop!

Even though it was crazy, it was still just the beginning of a season with massive potential!