| White Tower Rocks | |
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| Cover of White Tower Rocks | |
| "Creak, creak, tower of purgatory Piercing the world like light Sway, sway, tower of spine Will it be us or the sky that falls?" | |
| Japanese release |
September 3, 2004 (ISBN 4-08-873649-4[1]) |
| US release |
August 1, 2006 (ISBN 1-4215-0612-2[2]) |
| Chapter list (Shueisha) |
116. White Tower Rocks
117. Remnant 2 [Deny the Shadow] |
| Chapter list (Viz Media) |
116. White Tower Rocks
117. Remnant 2 (Deny the Shadow) |
| Cover character |
Hanatarō Yamada |
White Tower Rocks is the fourteenth volume of the Bleach manga series.
Publisher's summary
Ichigo and Yoruichi race to save Ichigo's friends from Rukia's cold-blooded brother, Byakuya Kuchiki. They arrive to find Ganju in tatters, and Rukia with him. Ichigo is bent on defeating her brother this time, but he is nowhere near prepared. Can he learn decades' worth of skill in just a matter of days?
Bleach All Stars
Chapters
116. White Tower Rocks
Summary :
Cover of 116. White Tower Rocks
A messenger comes to inform Jūshirō Ukitake, the captain of the 13th division, about Aizen's death. Ukitake is so surprised, he shouts so loud that the messenger falls out of the room. He asks the messenger when did Aizen die, who did it and why. The messenger, still shaking from Ukitake's earlier shouting, answer that it's this morning, the criminal and motivation are still unclear. Ukitake complains that why does it have to happen during his sleep and it's unforgivable.
Meanwhile, somebody with a tremendous amount of reiatsu is approaching the Senzaikyū. Hanatarō says that is captain of the 6th division, Byakuya Kuchiki. Ganju says he knows him, because the Kuchiki family is the head of the four noble families, and Byakuya is said to be the strongest master in the family's entire history, he is also the most famous captain of the Gotei 13. Ganju says it's bad that he appears at a time like this. He says that they have no chance of winning and they should just beg him to spare their lives. Hanatarō says that they should just run away and take Rukia with them. Ganju says there's no way to run to since the bridge is the only way out. He asks if Hanatarō wants him to defeats Byakuya and run, throwing his life away in the process. He ask if Hanatarō wants him throw away his life for Rukia. Ganju says that Rukia killed his brother, there's no way he would give up his life for her. Hanatarō then say that he understands that it can't be help since there was never any reason for Ganju to rescue Rukia, he has no right to force Ganju to do it, but at least Ganju can take Rukia with him when he runs away. Hanatarō says that he will stay and tries to hold Byakuya here. Both Ganju and Rukia is surprised by that. Ganju asks if Hanatarō knows what's going on. Hanatarō says that he believes he knows, how Ganju feels, he wouldn't give up his life to save someone he hates, he would do the same if he was in Ganju's shoes. Ganju says that's not what he's talking about, this guy's reiatsu is as strong, or even stronger than Zaraki. How could someone like them possibly beat him. Hanatarō says he knows that, but he came here to rescue Rukia, so he can't just run away without doing anything. He thanks Ganju and says goodbye. Then he heads out to the bridge. Rukia tries to run after him but Ganju stops her. Ganju then thinks that Hanatarō is an idiot, what can he do if he doesn't even have his Zanpakutō. He's still shaking, he must be scared to death, why is he bluffing so much when he's so obviously weak. Then Ganju lets go of Rukia, goes to the wall, shouts really loud and beat his head against the wall. The shout scared Hanatarō, he turns back and Ganju is behind him, telling him to move. Then Ganju kicks him aside, confronts Byakuya himself. He apologizes to his brother, saying he'll avenge his death next time. This time he blames his sister, because she didn't bring him up to be a coward who runs away and leaves his friends behind. Ganju tells Byakuya to come, because he'll be his opponent today.
Meanwhile, somewhere at the Sōkyoku Hill, Ichigo is awake, wonders where he is and is he not dead. Suddenly Yoruichi comes. Ichigo says Yoruichi's okay and that's a relief. Yoruichi says he's worse. Ichigo then thanks Yoruichi for rescued him, which Yoruichi respond that he should thank his stubbornness that kept him alive with such injuries. That makes Ichigo suddenly gets up, cause his wound to open up. Yoruichi says he can't get up yet, which Ichigo says that Chad is in danger and he has to go help him. Yoruichi forces him to lay down, says that everyone is fine. Chad's opponent wasn't bad, so he's still alive, Ishida and Inoue have avoided confrontations and is barely wounded. So Ichigo should just rest, a half-dead man won't be able to help anyone. Also, half of his possession got smashed, if it was for this "thing", his torso would have been cut in two already, although Yoruichi is surprised that Ichigo would carries something like that with him. It's a hollow mask. Ichigo is surprised that he has it too. Yoruichi asks if he carry it with him. Ichigo says that thing saved him in his fight with Renji yesterday, so he wanted to keep it as a lucky charm, but Hanatarō insisted that he throws it away so he threw it in the sewers. Ichigo says that Hanatarō is a cool guy from the 4th division, he's the one who healed his wound after his fight with Renji. Anyway he doesn't know how the mask go back to him, as he's sure that he threw it away. Yoruichi wants to take it for safe-keeping but Ichigo wants to keep it. But Yoruichi makes a very scary face that scares Ichigo so he has to give it. Yoruichi thinks that probably not possible but they have to watch out for it just in case. Then Ichigo comments that Yoruichi is strong, since Yoruichi running around without getting hurt and carry him here with such a small body. Yoruichi says that it's no problem with the "original form". Ichigo is surprised and asks what's the "original form". Yoruichi says that there's no point in hiding it anymore so Ichigo can see the true form now. Then Yoruichi turns into a girl. Ichigo is really surprised. Yoruichi says that it's fun to return to this form since everyone is surprised because they all think she's a guy by the way she talks. Then she shows Ichigo the device she used to took him here. Ichigo shout at her to put on some clothes since she still naked. Yoruichi apologizes, she hasn't worn clothes for so long, she forgot. She is also surprised because Ichigo is quite innocent. She asks if he wants to see since he probably won't get to see such a delicate girl body anymore. Ichigo tells her to not worry about his future and get dressed. Yoruichi says that he's a boring man and he's replies that it's none of her business and shouldn't she wear something on her lower body. Yoruichi shows him the device she used to took him here, and she also asks that is his wound okay since shouting that loud will cause the wound to open up. Then Yoruichi tells him that they can put reiryoku in that device and they can fly. Ichigo asks that Yoruichi shape-shift, cures wounds, and has something like that, so just who is she. Yoruichi is about to answer when they feel some strong reiatsu, which Ichigo recognizes that it's Byakuya's. And it's from the Senzaikyū. Ichigo runs off, Yoruichi asks where is he going. Ichigo says that Hanatarō and Ganju are at the Senzaikyū, he has to go save them. Then he uses the device to fly away. Yoruichi tells him to wait but he's already gone.
Meanwhile, at the Senzaikyū, Byakuya tells Ganju that he felt some faint reiatsu, which he thought was someone strong holding back his reiatsu, but it's nothing but a fat bug. Rukia is trying to go and stop that but she can't even handle Byakuya's reiatsu because she has been surrounded by Sekkiseki for so long. Hanatarō says it's fine since Ganju must has a secret plan. Ganju says that with their difference in strength, little tricks won't do any good, he'll have to gamble his life on this and rushes at Byakuya. Hanatarō and Rukia is shocked with the fact that he doesn't have any plans. Ganju about to throw some "Chitami" at Byakuya, but he already got pass Ganju, telling him to go away, since his sword was not made to kill pests like him. It's appear that Ganju's arm was injuries. But he tells Byakuya to hold it. Byakuya tells him to leave again, but Ganju says that a coward that could be scared by that doesn't exist in the Shiba family. Upon knowing that Ganju is from the Shiba family, Byakuya apologizes for not hitting him hard enough and he will make sure that Ganju doesn't walk out of this alive. Then he unsheathes his sword, which Ganju asks what is he trying to do from so far away and Rukia begs him not to do it. But then he releases his Shikai: Senbonzakura. Rukia screams that Ganju runs, but it's too late. The blade that scatter from Byakuya's sword cut him down. Byakuya attempts to kill Hanatarō too, doesn't even mind listening to Rukia's begging. But Ukitake arrives and stop him just in time. He tells Byakuya that's enough. Then he says hello to Rukia and tells her that she has lost weight. Byakuya asks Ukitake what's the meaning of this, which Ukitake says that's his line. Releasing a Zanpakutō here is a first-class offense, even if you are fighting Ryoka. But Byakuya says that this is a wartime situation, the ban on releasing a Zanpakutō has been lifted. Ukitake is surprised that an invasion of a few Ryoka can end up like that, and it's must be related to Aizen's murder. But suddenly they feel a reiatsu that is at the level of a captain. But Ukitake doesn't recognize this reiatsu. So who is he, where did he come from. Rukia and Hanatarō seem to know that reiatsu. That person is flying over the bridge. It's Ichigo. He lands right in front of Rukia, but when she about to calls him, he walks right pass her and come to Hanatarō, apologizes and asks where Ganju is. Then he turns to Rukia, says that he has come to save her. He tells her not to make that face, because he's here to rescue her, she should be happy. Rukia calls him a dummy and says that she told him not to come, she forbade him to come. And now he's wounded everywhere. Ichigo says that she can get mad however she likes later. After he defeats Byakuya.
Characters in order of appearance :
Episodes adapted from this chapter:
- Episode 41: Reunion, Ichigo and Rukia
117. Remnant 2 [Deny the Shadow]
Summary :
Cover of 117. Remnant 2 [Deny the Shadow]
Ichigo and Byakuya look at each other. Rukia calls Ichigo's name, which he replies that she shouldn't tell him to run away because he won't, it wasn't easy coming all this way. So no matter how she says it, it won't make a difference, he will drag her out of here if he has to. Ichigo says that he's not going to listen to what Rukia says, so don't bother and call her an idiot. Rukia then says that he's ignoring the rescuee's opinions, and asks what kind of of strange rescue attempt is that. Ichigo tells her to shut up, she is being rescue so stop babbling. He tells her that she should crouches in the corner, shivers in fear and screams "help! help!". Rukia and Ichigo grinning at each other. Then Rukia comments that he never change, still ignoring everything she says. Ichigo says that Rukia always nags and worries about him, she should worries about herself right now. Ichigo smile and says that he won't die yet and tells Rukia to not look at him like that, he has gotten stronger when she was away. That smile of him reminds her of someone. Ukitake asks Byakuya who that boy was. Byakuya says that he's a nobody, compare to the person laying behind Ukitake. He is not important, he's just a Ryoka, that Byakuya will destroy. This is the end of this meaningless skirmish. Everything ends now. Ichigo says that Byakuya is so carefree, didn't even move forward when he talked with Rukia for so long. Byakuya says that why would he need to sneak up on the like of Ichigo. He tells Ichigo that he shouldn't think too highly of himself, calling him a "insignificant scum". Then he releases a tremendous amount of reiatsu, terrified both Rukia and Hanatarō. Ichigo holds his sword, prepares to fight. Byakuya comments that Ichigo didn't even bug in front of his reiatsu, it seems that Ichigo has gained some strength. He doesn't know how Ichigo reacquired his Shinigami power, but he should have just returned to his normal human life, instead of throwing away his life that he luckily kept, how foolish. Ichigo answer that he's not throwing away his life, he's going to defeat Byakuya, and then go home. Byakuya repeats himself that Ichigo shouldn't think too highly of himself. Then he disappears. Rukia says that's Shunpo. Byakuya moves to the back of Ichigo, strikes him but Ichigo blocks it. Both Rukia and Byakuya is surprised. Ichigo says that he saw every single steps. Byakuya says that Ichigo improved more than he thought. In that case, before Ichigo becomes too full of himself, he'll show him, what he can't compensate for with a thousand years of training. The decisive difference in strength. Rukia screams that Ichigo runs. When Byakuya about to releases his Shikai, Yoruichi comes and stops him.
Characters in order of appearance :
Episodes adapted from this chapter:
- Episode 41: Reunion, Ichigo and Rukia
118. The Supernal Tag
Summary :
Cover of 118. The Supernal Tag
In the 6th division holding cell, Zabimaru comes out to talk with Renji. The baboon asks that how long does he plan to lay there for, with the snake calls him a scumbag. Renji says that's a nice choice of the first word out of his mouth in a while. Then he asks what does he want. The baboon says that he is completely recover, he can fight now, he's just waiting for him. So stop laying there and heal up already, and let him fight Zangetsu again. This time he'll definitely win. Renji calls Zabimaru an idiot and ask if he fell asleep back there. He says that Ichigo it's not his enemy anymore. Zabimaru then asks him who is his enemy now, who will he fight next, which Renji doesn't respond but instead stares at the holding cell window behind Zabimaru.
Meanwhile, at the Senzaikyū, the arrival of Yoruichi shocks everyone. Hanatarō asks Rukia if she knows her, which Rukia says she doesn't, but she's heard that name before. Byakuya notes that she is the former Commander-in-Chief of the Onmitsukidō and the former Corps Commander of the Correction Corps, Yoruichi Shihōin. Byakuya remarks that he hasn't seen her face in a while, it's been a few hundred years since her disappearance, everyone thought she had died. Ichigo then thanks Yoruichi for coming to help him, but he asks her to move aside since he has to defeat Byakuya. Yoruichi says that he's an idiot to think that he could defeat Byakuya by himself. Then she uses Shunpo to move near him, impales him with her hand right in the wound on his stomach. That shocks everyone. Ichigo tries to ask what is her doing before passing out. Ukitake comments that it's a drug, either Gaten or Hōten, and by releasing a strong tranquilizer directly into the body, she was trying to save him. Yoruichi acknowledges Ukitake as Byakuya asks her if she thinks he would allow it, while he refers to her as 'Senpai'. He then comments that she won't be able to get away so easily. Yoruichi asks that when did he learn to talk big, did he ever win even one game of tag against her. Byakuya says they should try again, starting another game of tag. Yoruichi uses Shunpo to get behind Byakuya. He swings his sword back, but she already gets behind Ukitake. She jumps, but then realizes that Byakuya is behind her. He says that she can't escape him with that level of Shunpo. Then cuts her across the chest with his blade. But the moment he thought she has fallen, Yoruichi is perched upon his outstretched arm, while carrying Ichigo. She states that he can't catch her with that level of Shunpo. When he looks back, Yoruichi is on the top of the building behind him, saying that in 3 days, she will make Ichigo stronger than him. The fight between Ichigo and Byakuya is postponed until then. If Byakuya wants, he may follow her, but the "Goddess of Flash" will not be caught so easily.
Characters in order of appearance :
Episodes adapted from this chapter:
- Episode 42: Yoruichi, Goddess of Flash, Dances!
119. Secret of the Moon
Summary :
Cover of 119. Secret of the Moon
Characters in order of appearance :
Episodes adapted from this chapter:
- Episode 42: Yoruichi, Goddess of Flash, Dances!
120. Shake Hands With Grenades
Yoruichi starts Ichigo's special training. As Orihime and Ishida run into a group of Shinigami.
Summary :
Cover of 120. Shake Hands With Grenades
Yoruichi asks him if he is aware that his Zanpakutō is in constant shikai. Ichigo is surprised and wonders if that means his Zanpakutō is similar to that of Kenpachi. Yoruichi deduces that Ichigo does not know that Zangetsu has a second form. She then explains that all Zanpakutō's have two releases, shikai and bankai. She explains that it is compulsory for captains to be able to perform both but the sole exception to the rule is Kenpachi, who became a captain without bankai, without even knowing the game of his Zanpakutō, thanks to his raw power alone. She explains that the difference between Shikai and Bankai is dependent on a personal training and innate ability but that generally the power difference can be five to ten times, shocking Ichigo. She goes on to explain that because of the boost in power, even talented individuals can easily take ten years to achieve it. When Ichigo points out that he doesn't have that much time, Yoruichi explains that with him she will be taking a much more dangerous approach that will help him achieve bankai in just three days.
Else where, Orihime and Ishida are running down the streets of Seireitei dressed as Shinigami. Orihime explains that Tsubaki is till not recovered and apologies for not being much help. Ishida assures her that she is a huge help. Ishida thinks to himself that this is probably a good thing as the observation of the last few days have convinced him that Orihime is not suited to battle as there is nothing she hates more then to see someone get hurt, even if it is the enemy. As they are running along, they called called to attention by a Shinigami who demands to know what division they are with and what they are doing there. Orihime replies that they are with the 11th Division. The man replies that he is with the 11th company as well and that as it is a combat ready company, no one in the company would be stupid enough to walk around without a Zanpakutō. As Ishida thinks about how they blew it with their oversight of the fact that the companies had specialised tasks, the man grabs Orihime's uniform and reveals the insignia that's sown on the underside. He informs them that, that is the 12th Divisions insignia. He demands to know who they are really. As Ishida resigns himself to a fight, the man is hit over the head by another group of shinigami.
The group identifies themselves as other members of the 12th company and complain that the 11th company Shinigami was drunk. Orihime falls in with them and their friendly mannarism but Ishida's suspicions are raised, especially since the 11th company Shinigami had a good point. He rans forward and tells Orihime to get away from them. Just as he says this, a number of the shinigami in the group explode. Stunning the others. They turn around and demand answers from their Captain: Mayuri Kurotsuchi, who simply blows them up as well. Commenting that once grenades are thrown, they shouldn't come flying back.
Characters in order of appearance :
- Yoruichi Shihōin
- Ichigo Kurosaki
- Kenpachi Zaraki (flashback)
- Uryū Ishida
- Orihime Inoue
- Makizō Aramaki
- Unnamed 12th Division Member
- Mayuri Kurotsuchi
- Nemu Kurotsuchi
Episodes adapted from this chapter:
- Episode 42: Yoruichi, Goddess of Flash, Dances!
- Episode 43: The Despicable Shinigami
121. In Sane We Trust
Summary :
Cover of 121. In Sane We Trust
Characters in order of appearance :
- Unnamed 12th Division Member
- Mayuri Kurotsuchi
- Nemu Kurotsuchi
- Orihime Inoue
- Uryū Ishida
- Makizō Aramaki
- Tatsuki Arisawa
Episodes adapted from this chapter:
- Episode 43: The Despicable Shinigami
122. Don’t Lose Your Grip On
Summary :
Cover of 122. Don’t Lose Your Grip On
Characters in order of appearance :
Episodes adapted from this chapter:
- Episode 43: The Despicable Shinigami
123. Pledge My Pride To
Summary :
Cover of 123. Pledge My Pride To
Characters in order of appearance :
- Uryū Ishida
- Nemu Kurotsuchi
- Mayuri Kurotsuchi
- Sōken Ishida (photograph)
Episodes adapted from this chapter:
- Episode 43: The Despicable Shinigami
References
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