Squad Zero brings Ichigo back to the Royal Palace to prepare for the coming battle. Meanwhile, Kyoraku is appointed as the new Head Captain to lead the Thirteen Court Guard Squads.

Ichigo is kicked out of the Royal Palace by Oh-etsu Nimaiya for failing his test. When Ichigo next opens his eyes, he finds himself standing in front of his house in the World of the Living.

Mayuri receives a call from Urahara, who had stayed behind in Hueco Mundo.

Candice, Meninas, Giselle, and Liltotto try to take down Kenpachi.

Yhwach performs Auswählen to bestow power to his fallen Royal Guards.