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| − | |side1=*Captain [[Kenpachi Zaraki]] |
+ | |side1 =*Captain [[Kenpachi Zaraki]] |
| − | |side2=*[[Tenken (spirit)|Tenken]] |
+ | |side2 =*[[Tenken (Zanpakutō spirit)|Tenken]] |
| − | *[[Gonryōmaru (spirit)|Gonryōmaru]] |
+ | *[[Gonryōmaru (Zanpakutō spirit)|Gonryōmaru]] |
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| + | '''{{PAGENAME}}''' is a battle which takes place during the [[Zanpakutō Rebellion]]. It focuses on [[11th Division]] Captain [[Kenpachi Zaraki]]'s fight against [[Tenken (Zanpakutō spirit)|Tenken]] and [[Gonryōmaru (Zanpakutō spirit)|Gonryōmaru]]. |
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| + | ==Prelude== |
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| − | {{PAGENAME}} is a battle that takes place in the Zanpakutō's cave during the [[Zanpakutō Rebellion]]. |
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| + | [[Image:Yoruichi explains the situation to Kyoraku and Ukitake.png|thumb|left|190px|Shunsui and Ukitake stand before Yoruichi.]] |
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| − | ==Prologue== |
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| + | In the [[Seireitei]], [[Ichigo Kurosaki]] walks toward a hot spring before stopping. As Ichigo recalls seeing Byakuya, fighting [[Senbonzakura (Zanpakutō spirit)|Senbonzakura]], and watching them move away as he collapsed from the poison of '''[[Ashisogi Jizō (Zanpakutō spirit)#Zanpakutō|Konjiki Ashisogi Jizō]]''', [[8th Division]] Captain [[Shunsui Kyōraku]] states [[Yoruichi Shihōin]] said she knew where Captain-Commander [[Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto]] is and asks her to tell them. As Ichigo turns around to see Shunsui and [[13th Division]] Captain [[Jūshirō Ukitake]] standing before her, Yoruichi says she sensed Yamamoto's [[Reiatsu]] at the location in question in addition to it being the most likely place for him to be.<ref name="e246">''Bleach'' anime; Episode 246</ref> |
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| − | [[Image:Yachiru Encourages Zaraki To Go.png|thumb|left|190px|Yachiru begs Kenpachi to help find Yamamoto.]] |
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| − | After finding [[Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto]]'s [[Reiatsu]], [[Yoruichi Shihōin]] organizes a search team to go rescue him. As she explains the situation to Captains [[Jūshirō Ukitake]] and [[Shunsui Kyōraku]], Captain [[Kenpachi Zaraki]] and Lieutenant [[Yachiru Kusajishi]] listen on. Yachiru pleads with Kenpachi to go but he says that they are not playing hide and seek. Kenpachi asks Yoruichi if he will be able to fight someone if he goes and she responds that he most certainly will but he needs to not attack the Captain-Commander by mistake. Kenpachi laughs and says that Yamamoto would not die from him attacking him accidentally. After Ukitake and Kyōraku also agree, they head off to the cave.<ref name="E246">''Bleach'' anime; Episode 246</ref> |
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+ | [[Image:Yachiru Encourages Zaraki To Go.png|thumb|left|190px|Yachiru tells Kenpachi they should get going.]] |
| + | Asking Shunsui what they should do, Ukitake states there is not much point in waiting for the Zanpakutō Spirits to come to them. As Shunsui admits it has never been their nature to wait, 11th Division Lieutenant [[Yachiru Kusajishi]] tells Kenpachi, they should get going and says it is their turn to find Yamamoto. Telling Yachiru she can relax, Kenpachi states they are not playing hide-and-seek. Attracting Yoruichi's attention, Kenpachi asks her if the man he wishes to fight is there. Smiling, Yoruichi confirms this and tells Kenpachi to be careful to not take on Yamamoto by mistake.<ref name="e246"/> |
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| − | Once there, Ukitake senses Yamamoto's reiatsu and but also a barrier, leading Kyōraku to believe that not even [[Muramasa (spirit)|Muramasa]] could control [[Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto#Zanpakūto|Ryūjin Jakka]]. Kenpachi gets excited and asks if Yamamoto is really in the cave. Yoruichi says there is no denying it but the cave is like a maze. Yoruichi says that they will need to be cautious since this is the enemies main hiedout. Kenpachi smiles and says to forget that and they should just kick their doors down as he begins to enter the cave with Yachiru on his shoulder cheering him on.<ref name="E246"/> |
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+ | [[Image:246Kenpachi laughs.png|thumb|left|190px|Kenpachi laughs.]] |
| + | Laughing, Kenpachi says he is sure he can tell Yamamoto from Byakuya. Standing up, Yoruichi asks Shunsui and Ukitake if they will be coming with them. As Shunsui and Ukitake nod, Ichigo looks on.<ref name="e246"/> |
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| − | Kenpachi wanders around in the cave in complete darkness. He says he was going to charge right in but he cannot even see his hand in front of his face. He asks Yachiru which way they are going but she simply responds "that way", prompting him to say that he cannot tell which way that way is. Yachiru angrily says that that is why she said "this way" and Kenpachi yells for her to stop pulling on his ear. He finally reaches a lighter passage when [[Tenken (spirit)|Tenken]] and [[Gonryōmaru (spirit)|Gonryōmaru]] appear above. Kenpachi laughs and mutters that they finally came out and that now he doesn't need helping luring them out. Gonryōmaru says he is amazed that Kenpachi has made it this far but that its time for revenge.<ref name="E246"/> |
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| + | [[Image:246Ukitake states.png|thumb|right|190px|Ukitake states they would be very fortunate.]] |
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| + | Later, in a forest, Ukitake notes this is definitely Yamamoto's Reiatsu. When Ukitake says he is sensing a powerful barrier around it, Shunsui states [[Ryūjin Jakka (Zanpakutō spirit)|Ryūjin Jakka]] was probably too much for Muramasa to manage and says he must have placed Yamamoto in a special containment field. Stating they would be very fortunate if it is true, Ukitake says they would not have to take on the power of Ryūjin Jakka. When Kenpachi states Yoruichi seems to be very positive Yamamoto is down there, Yoruichi confirms this and says Yamamoto is here.<ref name="e246"/> |
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| + | [[Image:246Kenpachi states.png|thumb|left|190px|Kenpachi states this is a pain.]] |
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| + | When Yoruichi states the only problem is this cave meandering through the ground like a maze, Yachiru expresses understanding and sniffs the air. Saying there is another entrance on the other side, Yoruichi states she is sure it is guarded as well and says they must proceed with extreme caution if all of the Zanpakutō Spirits are in there. Stating this is a pain, Kenpachi says they should start moving and walks toward the cave entrance as Yachiru agrees with him and cheers him on. Later, Kenpachi walks through darkness and curses.<ref name="e246"/> |
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| + | [[Image:246Kenpachi states Tenken and Gonryomaru finally decided to show up.PNG|thumb|right|190px|Kenpachi states Tenken and Gonryōmaru finally decided to show up.]] |
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| + | Stating this sucks, Kenpachi says he came in here ready to fight. Wondering how he is supposed to find someone to fight if he cannot see where he is going, Kenpachi asks Yachiru where she believes they should go. When Yachiru tells him to go this way, Kenpachi states this does not help and says he cannot see where Yachiru is pointing. When Yachiru tells him to go in another direction, Kenpachi tells her to stop messing around. Later, as part of a wall is destroyed, Kenpachi states Tenken and Gonryōmaru finally decided to show up and says this saves him time looking for them. Stating he is glad Kenpachi came, Gonryōmaru says he will get his revenge from their last encounter.<ref name="e246"/> |
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==Battle== |
==Battle== |
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+ | [[Image:Kenpachi Clashes With Tenken.png|thumb|left|190px|Kenpachi blocks Tenken's attack.]] |
| + | Later, a yelling Kenpachi blocks Tenken's attack. Smiling, Kenpachi forces Tenken's blade back. As flames emanate from Tenken's mouth, Kenpachi says it is time for Tenken to die and slashes at him. As the tips of the stalactites in front of Kenpachi are cut off, Tenken lands on a nearby platform as Kenpachi expresses surprise. When Gonryōmaru runs forward while his pike crackles with electricity, Kenpachi turns around and slashes at him, sending Gonryōmaru flying away with a blast of yellow Reiatsu.<ref name="e247">''Bleach'' anime; Episode 247</ref> |
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| − | Kenpachi clashes with Tenken, grinning as he does so. He begins to overpower the giant Zanpakutō spirit before saying it is time to die and slashing across, forcing Tenken to dodge. Gonryōmaru tries to attack Kenpachi from behind but Kenpachi quickly turns and sends him flying backwards. Kenpachi taunts Gonryōmaru, asking him what is wrong and saying he thought he was going to exact revenge. He asks for Gonryōmaru to give him something he can work with and Yachiru pops out to taunt Tenken, saying he can't beat Kenpachi if he doesn't attack. Kenpachi tells Yachiru to stay out of it though. She says that it is true though and that they aren't even a challenge, almost as if they weren't trying. Kenpachi tells her to just sit and watch but realizes Yachiru has a point. He asks the Zanpakutō spirits if they are even trying to kill him. Gonryōmaru says that sometimes the goal isn't just to win. Kenpachi asks if they have already accepted defeat then and raises his reiatsu.<ref name="E247">''Bleach'' anime; Episode 247</ref> |
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| + | [[Image:247Kenpachi tells.png|thumb|right|190px|Kenpachi tells Yachiru to try to keep her mouth shut.]] |
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| + | As Gonryōmaru lands, Kenpachi asks him what is wrong and states he believed he was going to have a lot of fun with Gonryōmaru. As Kenpachi asks Gonryōmaru if this is the best he can do, Yachiru pokes her head out from behind a stalagmite and tells Tenken they are not going to defeat Kenpachi if all they do is defend against his attacks. When Kenpachi tells her she should try keeping her mouth shut, Yachiru pops out from a stalactite behind him. Saying it is true, Yachiru states this fight is not fun to watch so far.<ref name="e247"/> |
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| + | [[Image:247Kenpachi glows.png|thumb|left|190px|Kenpachi glows with yellow Reiatsu.]] |
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| + | As Yachiru notes Tenken and Gonryōmaru do not appear to be fighting with everything they have got, Kenpachi tells her to stay quiet and let him handle this. Turning his attention to Tenken and Gonryōmaru, Kenpachi admits Yachiru is right and says something is off. When Kenpachi asks him if he does not want to settle this and be done with it, Gonryōmaru states it is not only about winning or losing for him and Tenken. Noting Tenken and Gonryōmaru were not planning on winning from the start, Kenpachi proclaims he is bored with this and glows with yellow Reiatsu, which erupts around him.<ref name="e247"/> |
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| + | [[Image:247Kenpachi clashes with Tenken.png|thumb|right|190px|Kenpachi clashes with Tenken.]] |
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| + | Later, as the other captains deduce they have been intentionally lured away from Ichigo by the Zanpakutō Spirits whom they are fighting, Gonryōmaru is sent flying back as Kenpachi states there is a lot going on in this cave. Telling Tenken to not worry about it, Kenpachi says he will give them his full attention. Stating he is staying right here, Kenpachi tells Tenken to show him what he has got. Yelling, Kenpachi repeatedly clashes with Tenken as Yachiru watches from behind a rock. Saying this is more like it, Yachiru smiles.<ref name="e247"/> |
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| + | [[Image:248Kenpachi states.png|thumb|left|190px|Kenpachi states he gets to fight Ichigo next.]] |
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| + | Later, after Muramasa gains control of it, Ryūjin Jakka bursts through the ceiling of the cave and traps the other Shinigami within its flames. As the ground underneath him rumbles, Kenpachi notes the others appear to have started fighting as Yachiru says she hopes Ichigo is doing okay out there. Stating he gets to fight Ichigo next if Ichigo wins, Kenpachi says he will fight Ichigo's killer if Ichigo dies. Turning to a kneeling Tenken, Kenpachi asks him where they were.<ref name="e248">''Bleach'' anime; Episode 248</ref> |
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| + | [[Image:Zaraki Tenken fight Ep248.png|thumb|right|190px|Kenpachi catches Tenken's sword.]] |
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| + | Standing up, Tenken spins his ''[[Wikipedia:Bolas|bolas]]'', which burst into flame, before throwing them at Kenpachi. Telling Tenken it is time for him to stop playing with his toys, Kenpachi knocks the ''bolas'' away with a slash from his sword before leaping forward and clashing with Tenken, who is pushed back by the force of the attack before stopping. As he and Kenpachi clash several times, Tenken brings his flaming sword down upon Kenpachi, who catches it with his hand as the flames around it disperse. Telling Tenken he will have to do better than this, Kenpachi states he knows who Tenken is.<ref name="e248"/> |
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| + | [[Image:248Reiatsu emanates.png|thumb|left|190px|A column of red [[Reiatsu]] emanates from Tenken.]] |
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| + | Saying Tenken has not been focused on this fight because he was too busy protecting Gonryōmaru, whose broken sword form lies on the ground nearby, Kenpachi says this is why he made the decision to cut down Gonryōmaru first. Laughing, Kenpachi states it is just him and Tenken now. Raising his sword above his head, Kenpachi proclaims the real fight is about to begin. As a column of yellow Reiatsu forms and dissipates, a strong wind blows through the area, breaking several stalagmites, as Yachiru smiles. As Kenpachi watches, the dust in front of him is blown away as a column of red Reiatsu emanates from Tenken.<ref name="e248"/> |
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| + | [[Image:248Kokujo Tengen Myo'o stands.png|thumb|right|190px|'''Kokujō Tengen Myō'ō''' stands.]] |
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| + | When Yachiru notes Tenken is finally ready to take him on, Kenpachi confirms this and tells Yachiru he wants her to stay back. Confirming this, Yachiru leaps off of the stalactite she was standing on and tells Kenpachi to have fun as she runs off. When Tenken activates his '''[[Bankai]]''', a whirlwind surrounds him. As the whirlwind dissipates, the land above splits apart as '''Kokujō Tengen Myō'ō''' stands before Kenpachi, who laughs maniacally. Saying this is what he is talking about, Kenpachi states he hopes '''Kokujō Tengen Myō'ō''' has more power to back up his size.<ref name="e248"/> |
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| + | [[Image:248Column extends.png|thumb|left|190px|A column of Reiatsu extends from Kenpachi.]] |
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| + | As Kenpachi proclaims he is about to come up and say hello, '''Kokujō Tengen Myō'ō''' raises its sword above its head. As Kenpachi yells, a column of yellow Reiatsu extends skyward from him. As '''Kokujō Tengen Myō'ō''' brings its sword down upon the column of Reiatsu, Kenpachi leaps toward it.<ref name="e248"/> Later, a panting Kenpachi stands before '''Kokujō Tengen Myō'ō''' and tells it to makes its next move. As Yachiru expresses concern for Kenpachi, '''Kokujō Tengen Myō'ō''' remains still.<ref name="e249">''Bleach'' anime; Episode 249</ref> |
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+ | [[Image:249Kenpachi leaps.png|thumb|right|190px|Kenpachi leaps toward '''Kokujō Tengen Myō'ō'''.]] |
| + | Telling '''Kokujō Tengen Myō'ō''' to do it, a yelling Kenpachi leaps toward it. When '''Kokujō Tengen Myō'ō''' swings its blade toward him, Kenpachi attempts to block, only to be sent flying into a wall by the force of the impact. As Yachiru calls out to him, Kenpachi crashes into the ground in front of her. As the dust clears, Kenpachi sits up and tells Yachiru to not worry. Rubbing the back of his head, Kenpachi cracks his neck and states '''Kokujō Tengen Myō'ō''' is tougher than he thought.<ref name="e249"/> |
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| − | Kenpachi cuts Gonryōmaru down, reverting him back to his sword form. He tells Tenken not to worry about the other leaving as he will be staying right there. He clashes with Tenken repeatedly as Yachiru watches on.<ref name="E247"/> As [[Tobiume (spirit)|Tobiume]] throws a fireball at Yoruichi elsewhere in the cave, Kenpachi feels the blast hit the wall, realizing the others are fighting too. Yachiru asks if he thinks Ichigo is okay but he says whether he is alive or not, he will fight him or whoever beat him once they get out of the cave. He turns back to Tenken who throws his whip at Kenpachi but Kenpachi easily knocks it away. Kenpachi lunges at Tenken, knocking him back before lashing out wildly at him. Tenken holds his ground and strikes back with a powerful downswing but Kenpachi catches it barehanded.<ref name="E248">''Bleach'' anime; Episode 248</ref> |
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+ | [[Image:Ep249KenpachiBlocksTenken.png|thumb|left|190px|Kenpachi blocks the sword of '''Kokujō Tengen Myō'ō'''.]] |
| + | Moving to the ground in front of '''Kokujō Tengen Myō'ō''', Kenpachi says this battle is getting tough as '''Kokujō Tengen Myō'ō''' raises its sword over its head. Proclaiming this is his kind of fight, Kenpachi laughs as '''Kokujō Tengen Myō'ō''' brings its sword down upon him. Blocking the sword with his own sword, Kenpachi is pushed into the ground. As the dust settles, a laughing Kenpachi tells '''Kokujō Tengen Myō'ō''' this was a good attack and proclaims it will have to do better in order to defeat him.<ref name="e249"/> |
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| − | He tells the Zanpakutō spirit that it is about time he manned up. He says he has known all along that he was holding back because he was worried about his friend but now he has no one to worry about and that it is time for the real festival of blood to begin. Kenachi unleashes a surge of reiatsu as a heavy wind envelops the area and Yachiru grows a big smile across her face. Tenken counters with his own surge of reiatsu, causing Yachiru and Kenpachi to get excited. Yachiru says that he is finally getting serious and Kenpachi says Yachiru should get out of there and she runs off. Tenken then unleashes his Bankai, transforming him into the giant of [[Sajin Komamura|his master's]] Bankai and breaking through the top of the cave. Seeing this causes Kenpachi to break out laughing in excitement. He says he hopes the massive body is not just for show. Tenken prepares to swing at Kenpachi and Kenpachi surges his reiatsu, catching the sword before with it and jumping up to his opponent.<ref name="E248"/> |
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| + | [[Image:249Kenpachi cuts.png|thumb|right|190px|Kenpachi cuts off one of its horns.]] |
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| − | Worn out now, Kenpachi tells Tenken to make his next move. After Tenken does not comply he jumps up to attack the giant. Tenken swings his sword at Kenpachi who tries to block with his own sword but is thrown far back into the wall. He falls to the ground and Yachiru yells out for him. Still smiling, he tells Yachiru to pipe down. He tells Tenken not bad and says that this is now a fight. Tenken swings his sword down at Kenpachi who blocks with his own but the tremendous force causes him to sink into the ground below. Kenpachi gets up and knocks Tenken's sword away with his reiatsu, saying that it was a fine attack but it was not good enough. He then jumps up and cuts one of Tenken's horns off and after landing says that it is not over yet.<ref>''Bleach'' anime; Episode 249</ref> |
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| + | As yellow Reiatsu emanates from him, Kenpachi pushes the sword of '''Kokujō Tengen Myō'ō''' back. As '''Kokujō Tengen Myō'ō''' reels back, Kenpachi leaps toward it. Jumping off of the wrist of '''Kokujō Tengen Myō'ō''', Kenpachi cuts off one of its horns as he hurtles past it. Landing behind '''Kokujō Tengen Myō'ō''', Kenpachi turns around and proclaims he is not done yet.<ref name="e249"/> |
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==Aftermath== |
==Aftermath== |
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| + | In the [[Human World]], Muramasa manages to free [[Kōga Kuchiki]] as the Shinigami and their Zanpakutō Spirits unite in order to stop him, leaving the result of this fight unknown. |
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Revision as of 18:19, 25 March 2019
Kenpachi Zaraki vs. Tenken & Gonryōmaru is a battle which takes place during the Zanpakutō Rebellion. It focuses on 11th Division Captain Kenpachi Zaraki's fight against Tenken and Gonryōmaru.
Prelude
Shunsui and Ukitake stand before Yoruichi.
In the Seireitei, Ichigo Kurosaki walks toward a hot spring before stopping. As Ichigo recalls seeing Byakuya, fighting Senbonzakura, and watching them move away as he collapsed from the poison of Konjiki Ashisogi Jizō, 8th Division Captain Shunsui Kyōraku states Yoruichi Shihōin said she knew where Captain-Commander Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto is and asks her to tell them. As Ichigo turns around to see Shunsui and 13th Division Captain Jūshirō Ukitake standing before her, Yoruichi says she sensed Yamamoto's Reiatsu at the location in question in addition to it being the most likely place for him to be.[1]
Yachiru tells Kenpachi they should get going.
Asking Shunsui what they should do, Ukitake states there is not much point in waiting for the Zanpakutō Spirits to come to them. As Shunsui admits it has never been their nature to wait, 11th Division Lieutenant Yachiru Kusajishi tells Kenpachi, they should get going and says it is their turn to find Yamamoto. Telling Yachiru she can relax, Kenpachi states they are not playing hide-and-seek. Attracting Yoruichi's attention, Kenpachi asks her if the man he wishes to fight is there. Smiling, Yoruichi confirms this and tells Kenpachi to be careful to not take on Yamamoto by mistake.[1]
Kenpachi laughs.
Laughing, Kenpachi says he is sure he can tell Yamamoto from Byakuya. Standing up, Yoruichi asks Shunsui and Ukitake if they will be coming with them. As Shunsui and Ukitake nod, Ichigo looks on.[1]
Ukitake states they would be very fortunate.
Later, in a forest, Ukitake notes this is definitely Yamamoto's Reiatsu. When Ukitake says he is sensing a powerful barrier around it, Shunsui states Ryūjin Jakka was probably too much for Muramasa to manage and says he must have placed Yamamoto in a special containment field. Stating they would be very fortunate if it is true, Ukitake says they would not have to take on the power of Ryūjin Jakka. When Kenpachi states Yoruichi seems to be very positive Yamamoto is down there, Yoruichi confirms this and says Yamamoto is here.[1]
Kenpachi states this is a pain.
When Yoruichi states the only problem is this cave meandering through the ground like a maze, Yachiru expresses understanding and sniffs the air. Saying there is another entrance on the other side, Yoruichi states she is sure it is guarded as well and says they must proceed with extreme caution if all of the Zanpakutō Spirits are in there. Stating this is a pain, Kenpachi says they should start moving and walks toward the cave entrance as Yachiru agrees with him and cheers him on. Later, Kenpachi walks through darkness and curses.[1]
Kenpachi states Tenken and Gonryōmaru finally decided to show up.
Stating this sucks, Kenpachi says he came in here ready to fight. Wondering how he is supposed to find someone to fight if he cannot see where he is going, Kenpachi asks Yachiru where she believes they should go. When Yachiru tells him to go this way, Kenpachi states this does not help and says he cannot see where Yachiru is pointing. When Yachiru tells him to go in another direction, Kenpachi tells her to stop messing around. Later, as part of a wall is destroyed, Kenpachi states Tenken and Gonryōmaru finally decided to show up and says this saves him time looking for them. Stating he is glad Kenpachi came, Gonryōmaru says he will get his revenge from their last encounter.[1]
Battle
Kenpachi blocks Tenken's attack.
Later, a yelling Kenpachi blocks Tenken's attack. Smiling, Kenpachi forces Tenken's blade back. As flames emanate from Tenken's mouth, Kenpachi says it is time for Tenken to die and slashes at him. As the tips of the stalactites in front of Kenpachi are cut off, Tenken lands on a nearby platform as Kenpachi expresses surprise. When Gonryōmaru runs forward while his pike crackles with electricity, Kenpachi turns around and slashes at him, sending Gonryōmaru flying away with a blast of yellow Reiatsu.[2]
Kenpachi tells Yachiru to try to keep her mouth shut.
As Gonryōmaru lands, Kenpachi asks him what is wrong and states he believed he was going to have a lot of fun with Gonryōmaru. As Kenpachi asks Gonryōmaru if this is the best he can do, Yachiru pokes her head out from behind a stalagmite and tells Tenken they are not going to defeat Kenpachi if all they do is defend against his attacks. When Kenpachi tells her she should try keeping her mouth shut, Yachiru pops out from a stalactite behind him. Saying it is true, Yachiru states this fight is not fun to watch so far.[2]
Kenpachi glows with yellow Reiatsu.
As Yachiru notes Tenken and Gonryōmaru do not appear to be fighting with everything they have got, Kenpachi tells her to stay quiet and let him handle this. Turning his attention to Tenken and Gonryōmaru, Kenpachi admits Yachiru is right and says something is off. When Kenpachi asks him if he does not want to settle this and be done with it, Gonryōmaru states it is not only about winning or losing for him and Tenken. Noting Tenken and Gonryōmaru were not planning on winning from the start, Kenpachi proclaims he is bored with this and glows with yellow Reiatsu, which erupts around him.[2]
Kenpachi clashes with Tenken.
Later, as the other captains deduce they have been intentionally lured away from Ichigo by the Zanpakutō Spirits whom they are fighting, Gonryōmaru is sent flying back as Kenpachi states there is a lot going on in this cave. Telling Tenken to not worry about it, Kenpachi says he will give them his full attention. Stating he is staying right here, Kenpachi tells Tenken to show him what he has got. Yelling, Kenpachi repeatedly clashes with Tenken as Yachiru watches from behind a rock. Saying this is more like it, Yachiru smiles.[2]
Kenpachi states he gets to fight Ichigo next.
Later, after Muramasa gains control of it, Ryūjin Jakka bursts through the ceiling of the cave and traps the other Shinigami within its flames. As the ground underneath him rumbles, Kenpachi notes the others appear to have started fighting as Yachiru says she hopes Ichigo is doing okay out there. Stating he gets to fight Ichigo next if Ichigo wins, Kenpachi says he will fight Ichigo's killer if Ichigo dies. Turning to a kneeling Tenken, Kenpachi asks him where they were.[3]
Kenpachi catches Tenken's sword.
Standing up, Tenken spins his bolas, which burst into flame, before throwing them at Kenpachi. Telling Tenken it is time for him to stop playing with his toys, Kenpachi knocks the bolas away with a slash from his sword before leaping forward and clashing with Tenken, who is pushed back by the force of the attack before stopping. As he and Kenpachi clash several times, Tenken brings his flaming sword down upon Kenpachi, who catches it with his hand as the flames around it disperse. Telling Tenken he will have to do better than this, Kenpachi states he knows who Tenken is.[3]
A column of red Reiatsu emanates from Tenken.
Saying Tenken has not been focused on this fight because he was too busy protecting Gonryōmaru, whose broken sword form lies on the ground nearby, Kenpachi says this is why he made the decision to cut down Gonryōmaru first. Laughing, Kenpachi states it is just him and Tenken now. Raising his sword above his head, Kenpachi proclaims the real fight is about to begin. As a column of yellow Reiatsu forms and dissipates, a strong wind blows through the area, breaking several stalagmites, as Yachiru smiles. As Kenpachi watches, the dust in front of him is blown away as a column of red Reiatsu emanates from Tenken.[3]
Kokujō Tengen Myō'ō stands.
When Yachiru notes Tenken is finally ready to take him on, Kenpachi confirms this and tells Yachiru he wants her to stay back. Confirming this, Yachiru leaps off of the stalactite she was standing on and tells Kenpachi to have fun as she runs off. When Tenken activates his Bankai, a whirlwind surrounds him. As the whirlwind dissipates, the land above splits apart as Kokujō Tengen Myō'ō stands before Kenpachi, who laughs maniacally. Saying this is what he is talking about, Kenpachi states he hopes Kokujō Tengen Myō'ō has more power to back up his size.[3]
A column of Reiatsu extends from Kenpachi.
As Kenpachi proclaims he is about to come up and say hello, Kokujō Tengen Myō'ō raises its sword above its head. As Kenpachi yells, a column of yellow Reiatsu extends skyward from him. As Kokujō Tengen Myō'ō brings its sword down upon the column of Reiatsu, Kenpachi leaps toward it.[3] Later, a panting Kenpachi stands before Kokujō Tengen Myō'ō and tells it to makes its next move. As Yachiru expresses concern for Kenpachi, Kokujō Tengen Myō'ō remains still.[4]
Kenpachi leaps toward Kokujō Tengen Myō'ō.
Telling Kokujō Tengen Myō'ō to do it, a yelling Kenpachi leaps toward it. When Kokujō Tengen Myō'ō swings its blade toward him, Kenpachi attempts to block, only to be sent flying into a wall by the force of the impact. As Yachiru calls out to him, Kenpachi crashes into the ground in front of her. As the dust clears, Kenpachi sits up and tells Yachiru to not worry. Rubbing the back of his head, Kenpachi cracks his neck and states Kokujō Tengen Myō'ō is tougher than he thought.[4]
Kenpachi blocks the sword of Kokujō Tengen Myō'ō.
Moving to the ground in front of Kokujō Tengen Myō'ō, Kenpachi says this battle is getting tough as Kokujō Tengen Myō'ō raises its sword over its head. Proclaiming this is his kind of fight, Kenpachi laughs as Kokujō Tengen Myō'ō brings its sword down upon him. Blocking the sword with his own sword, Kenpachi is pushed into the ground. As the dust settles, a laughing Kenpachi tells Kokujō Tengen Myō'ō this was a good attack and proclaims it will have to do better in order to defeat him.[4]
Kenpachi cuts off one of its horns.
As yellow Reiatsu emanates from him, Kenpachi pushes the sword of Kokujō Tengen Myō'ō back. As Kokujō Tengen Myō'ō reels back, Kenpachi leaps toward it. Jumping off of the wrist of Kokujō Tengen Myō'ō, Kenpachi cuts off one of its horns as he hurtles past it. Landing behind Kokujō Tengen Myō'ō, Kenpachi turns around and proclaims he is not done yet.[4]
Aftermath
In the Human World, Muramasa manages to free Kōga Kuchiki as the Shinigami and their Zanpakutō Spirits unite in order to stop him, leaving the result of this fight unknown.