Ichigo learns that he is the child born of a Soul Reaper and a Quincy. Finally understanding the truth behind his heritage, Ichigo decides to return to Hoohden with a renewed resolve to finish what he has started.

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

Ikkaku, Yumichika, and the Arrancars work together to fight off Giselle’s zombies.

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

The Soul Reapers regroup to prepare their counterattack against the Quincies.

Haschwalt suddenly attacks Uryu to pass judgement. The ensuing explosion and smoke draw Ichigo to the scene where he and Uryu are reunited.