Bleach — Season 1, Episode 242: Shinigami and Zanpakutō, Total Sortie

Episode synopsis

As Ichigo Kurosaki, 2nd Division Captain Suì-Fēng, and 3rd Division Lieutenant Izuru Kira begin their battles, 11th Division 3rd Seat Ikkaku Madarame fights and defeats his Zanpakutō Spirit, Hōzukimaru.

About Bleach

For as long as he can remember, Ichigo Kurosaki has been able to see ghosts. But when he meets Rukia, a Soul Reaper who battles evil spirits known as Hollows, he finds his life is changed forever. Now, with a newfound wealth of spiritual energy, Ichigo discovers his true calling: to protect the living and the dead from evil.

More episodes from Season 1

• E1The Day I Became a Shinigami
• E2A Shinigami's Work
• E3The Older Brother's Wish, the Younger Sister's Wish
• E4Cursed Parakeet
• E5Beat the Invisible Enemy!
• E6Fight to the Death! Ichigo vs. Ichigo
• E7Greetings from a Stuffed Lion
• E8June 17, Memories in the Rain
• E9Unbeatable Enemy
• E10Assault on Trip at Sacred Ground!
• E11The Legendary Quincy
• E12A Gentle Right Arm