The Gotei 13 Trapped In The Human World

 is an event taking place in the Reigai Uprising. It focuses upon the Shinigami becoming marooned in the Human World, and being forced to formulate a plan whilst there.

Prologue
At the Urahara Shop, Ichigo Kurosaki and his friends watch quietly as Orihime Inoue treats Nozomi Kujō's wounds following the confrontation with Kagerōza Inaba. Nozomi awakens, wondering where she is and Uryū Ishida informs her of the shop and that she would be safe there. Orihime counsels Nozomi to take it easy as the girl tries to sit up. Kon arrives and inquires about her health. Confused, Nozomi asks why the plushie is talking, prompting Kon to explain that he is a Mod Soul that resides inside the plushie when Ichigo doesn't need him.

Surprised by this, Nozomi stares at Kon for a pregnant pause, which confuses the Mod Soul who comments on her strange behavior. He begins advancing towards her, assuring her that he can have his servants help her out. When Kon gets too close, Nozomi strikes him over the head with a flowerpot, sending him flying, calling him a "Perverted Freak". The Mod Soul jumps angrily to his feet, demanding to know why she hit him. He is then picked up by Ichigo and calmly informed to stop his interrogation. When Kon begins to protest, Ichigo insists that it's no use trying to force things out of Nozomi if she doesn't want to talk.

Kon opens his mouth to protest some more when the door slides open just as Rukia Kuchiki arrives in the room. She addresses Ichigo wanting to know how long he intends on keeping her brother, Byakuya Kuchiki and the other Shinigami waiting. Ichigo agrees that he is just about to come along now. Kon moves to precede Ichigo out the door, declaring that it is time to discuss their next move. Rukia stops him and tells him to stay and watch over Nozomi since she is being targeted. She convinces him by reminding him that they need to take precautions around the strange girl and that it is an important assignment to watch over her. At this, Kon blushes while he agrees and smiles broadly, evidently please with himself, as Ichigo and Rukia leave the room. Orihime waves as her friends leave before she, Uryū and Yasutora Sado turn to see Nozomi opening a window and staring out of it dejectedly.

Inaba's Initiative, The Gotei 13 Imposter Crisis!
Meanwhile, back in the Soul Society, at the Twelfth Division's barracks, Inaba has arranged a meeting with his many Reigai clones. He thanks them all for taking time out of their busy schedules but Tōshirō Hitsugaya's replica interrupts his greetings, demanding to know what their next move is. Walking further into the room, Inaba advises them that he has sealed off the Dangai and halted communications from the Human World. He elaborates that they must unite before the real members of the Gotei 13 formulate a plan and return to the Seireitei.

Inaba continues by explaining that there are several captains, like Retsu Unohana, who have not been replaced by one of his copies. Nanao Ise's Reigai clone asks their leader what they should do about Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto but Inaba relays her concerns by stating he has a plan for him that should succeed as long as he has all their help. He is then confronted by the duplicate of Kenpachi Zaraki who aggressively states that he doesn't care about the plan, he just wants to fight "him" and demands to be allowed to do so.

The replica of Mayuri Kurotsuchi begins to maniacally chuckle then, calling Reigai-Kenpachi's desires revolting and commenting on how barbarians are always so swift to use violence. He further maintains that he doesn't care who barbarians choose to fight but requests that their enemies are not carved up too much as they will be valuable specimens for him to examine in the future. Inaba turns to Reigai-Byakuya Kuchiki then and asks what he thinks of their situation. The imposter remains stoic as he states that there can only be one head of the Kuchiki Clan and that there is no need for two.

Inaba smirks at the Reigai's statement, beginning to walk passed the rest of his clones as he addresses them. Inaba promises the large group of Reigai that all of their goals will be realized in the future but states that first they must recapture Nozomi to get there. Their leader maintains that with all their hands, they transform the world into what it should be. The clone of Rangiku Matsumoto turns away then as she sighs that they have been going to so much trouble over a single girl. She then seems to develop an idea, smirking arrogantly as she does so.

Back at Ichigo's house, Renji Abarai chairs a gathering of the real Gotei 13, who have occupied Ichigo's bedroom and renamed it the Shinigami Impostor Crisis Committee Headquarters. He asks permission to host the meeting but is interrupted by Ichigo who is clearly irritated by the situation. Renji asks him what is wrong and Ichigo demands to know why he would have to ask that given that they are all in his bedroom. Mayuri reprimands him for the interruption, stating that they need to get on with the discussion.

Mayuri begins by making everyone aware of the mastermind behind the crisis, informing them all that as the Seventh Seat of the Twelfth Division, he was the Shinigami who supervised the Dangai Precipice. As a Dangai specialist, Inaba was able to control time within the Dangai so that the original captains were confronted by the Kōtotsu and were thus trapped, allowing him to send back his Reigai to replace them in the Gotei 13. He insists that if Inaba is not stopped, he will soon control the entirety of the Gotei 13, which aggravates him.

Ichigo begins to think about the events leading up to that moment and how Inaba lured him to the Soul Society by manipulating the officers of the Gotei 13. While he was there, Inaba used his absence to come to his home and try to capture Nozomi so Ichigo wonders out loud what he wants to use the young girl for. Rukia surmises that in all likelihood, Nozomi must hold some deep secret that Inaba wants. Mayuri bluntly states that Inaba might have hidden an object inside Nozomi's body as an example of what Rukia was stating. This reminds Ichigo of the time that Sōsuke Aizen betrayed the Gotei 13 in order to get his hands on the Hōgyoku that Kisuke Urahara had hidden inside of Rukia's body. Repulsed by the memory, Ichigo clenches his fists tightly, determining never to let that sort of thing happen again as Rukia watches him closely.

Nozomi's Barbecue, the Preparation for War
Back at the Urahara Shop, Orihime thanks Kisuke Urahara for lending them equipment and food for the barbecue. Uryū and Sado set up the equipment, as Kisuke tells her not to think about it. Kon looks at the vast array of food piled up before him, wondering what special occasion it could be for. Uryū walks past him, commenting that he must be stupider than Ichigo if he cannot figure it out. Kon berates his tone, as Uryū explains that it is Orihime's way of making Nozomi feel better after her tremendous ordeal. As Nozomi picks up a container of chili powder, Sado asks Uryū whether this is the appropriate course of action, considering that they are in a crisis.

Uryū states that it is, claiming that it is the perfect opportunity to allow for Nozomi to open up to them. Orihime tells everyone to get started, as the three of them begin to prepare the food. Kon walks towards Nozomi, who is staring off into space. He informs her that this is her welcoming party, proclaiming that he genuinely wishes to assist her in any way possible. Nozomi remains silent throughout this, and Kon asks what she is holding in her hand. He realizes that it is chili powder, and attempts to explain the concept of the container, only for Nozomi to shove it into his mouth. Kon instantly burns up from this, causing a ruckus to ensue across the barbecue site. However, before he can cause any more damage, Uryū pins him to the wall with his Quincy arrows.

He throws a shiitake mushroom at Kon, proclaiming that he defiled the Quincy Cross. As Orihime prepares to cut the meat, she realizes that Nozomi is nowhere to be found. As Kon lies face-down upon the barbecue, Uryū states that he prepared it especially for him, and that he should show more respect. Orihime runs over to them, announcing that Nozomi has gone missing once more. The four of them split up to search for her, as Kon searches along the riverbed. Kon pants for breath, wondering where she could have wandered off to. He notices her walking beside the riverbed as well, running over to greet her. She steps upon his plush form unknowingly, walking past Kon. He persists, asking where she is going.

Nozomi states that she doesn't want any, as Kon says that everyone is worried about her. She states that that is none of her concern, which causes Kon to get angry with her. Kon berates Nozomi for thinking so heartlessly, asking whether this is how she repays other people's kindness. Nozomi repeats her statement, as Lieutenant Rangiku Matsumoto appears behind them, asking what is going on. Kon explains the current situation to her, and Rangiku informs Kon that she will be able to sort things out with her. He thanks Rangiku for her kindness, stating that everyone is searching for Nozomi, and that they will berate him if he comes back empty-handed. Rangiku reassures him, stating that she will convince Nozomi to come back.

Rangiku forces Kon to relinquish Nozomi to her, instructing Nozomi to follow after her. She states that they must talk in a private location, as an unusual bracelet becomes visible upon Rangiku's arm.

The Reigai Entrapment
Kon walks across a metal beam, stretching his arms outwards. He comments that it is a relief not to have to look for Nozomi every second. Kon states that if Nozomi were a little more forthcoming, she might be considered cute, but nothing comparable to Rangiku. He immediately blushes once he remembers Rangiku's message to him, calling out her name once more. The real Rangiku Matsumoto appears behind him, asking what is the problem. Kon is surprised at her sudden appearance, and asks where she left Nozomi. Rangiku is equally surprised, and states that she hasn't seen her all day.

Kon then realizes what happened, running off past Ichigo and Renji, who comment upon his unusual behavior of late. As he runs, Kon states that this was all his fault, remembering Rukia's high regard for this mission she entrusted to him. In a dark alleyway, Nozomi struggles and demands that the Reigai-Rangiku let her go. She opens a Senkaimon with her katana, and Nozomi is shocked to see the unique bracelet hanging from her forearm. The Reigai tauntingly repeats that they should talk somewhere private, to which Nozomi responds by biting down upon her shoulder. This prompts the Reigai-Rangiku to hurl her across the alleyway, slamming her into the wall.

As Nozomi collapses to the ground, the Reigai-Rangiku states that she now has no choice but to injure her. However, Kon intervenes, standing in between the Reigai and Nozomi. She is surprised at Kon's sudden appearance, as he apologizes for taking too long. Kon points an accusing finger at her, stating that he saw through her trickery from the very beginning. However, the Reigai-Rangiku merely kicks Kon out of the way, proceeding to attack Nozomi. She tells him not to interfere, but Kon jumps at her, trying to buy enough time for Nozomi to escape. The Reigai-Rangiku grabs hold of Kon, disputing the fact that they are impostors, repeatedly stamping him onto the ground.

Kon is knocked back before Nozomi, as she calls out to him. Kon staggers up again, stating that he will do whatever it takes to defeat the impostor. Nozomi tells him that that is an impossible task, but he only apologizes for leaving her alone, and charges at the Reigai-Rangiku. However, she merely cuts Kon's chest open, revealing the container of chili powder amidst the fluff. Kon throws the canister towards the surprised Reigai, and lands on the ground, wondering whether he was successful. The Reigai turns around to face him, pouring the red chili powder onto the ground, asking whether Kon thought he could have defeated her with it.

She moves towards Nozomi once again, asking whether they should go to Soul Society now. Kon tells her to stop, but is powerless to stop the Reigai-Rangiku's advance. However, the Reigai-Rangiku states that before they enter Soul Society, Nozomi needs to be disciplined for being a bad girl. She prepares to cut Nozomi down, as Kon cries out in protest. Nozomi flinches, only for a white ribbon to flash before the Reigai's eyes, surprising her. Ichigo intervenes, protecting Nozomi from the Reigai's attack. He pushes the Reigai-Rangiku away from her, whereupon she is surrounded by Renji and Rukia.

Renji states that it is all over, telling her to give up now. The Reigai is alerted to the presence of the original Shinigami, who comments upon her impostor's physical features. However, the real Rangiku states that she is not a match for the original, raising her blade at the Reigai. The Reigai-Rangiku resorts to the use of her Zanpakutō's Shikai, forcing the three Shinigami to go on the defensive, in order to evade her ash cloud. As the cloud dissipates, the Reigai has already entered the Senkaimon, which closes shortly afterwards. Renji comments that the Reigai managed to make its escape, sheathing his sword.

Aftermath
Back at the Urahara Shop, the rest of the captains and lieutenants join Ichigo's group at the barbeque. Kon appears before Nozomi, telling her that he is glad she is alright. He states that it was all due to his awesome feats, and that she should show some appreciation. However, Ichigo comes up from behind Kon, smacking him on the head. He tells Kon that this was all his fault to begin with, asking why he left Nozomi in the first place. Kon stammers to come up with an answer, as Nozomi calls him a perverted freak. Orihime announces that the meat is prepared, and Kon runs over to give Nozomi a skewer.

Ichigo reassures Nozomi, stating that they will protect her from here on out. She turns her head, asking whether everyone there is stupid, to which Ichigo states that he doesn't know. Kon presents her with a skewer of meat, telling her that it is delicious. Nozomi picks up the stick, staring at it for several moments. As she starts to bite into it, the rest of the group smiles.