What episode is "The Evil Eye, Aizen Returns" in Bleach?
"The Evil Eye, Aizen Returns" is episode 116 of Bleach.
Spoiler-Safe Summary
safe readWithin the Arrancar ranks, strategic differences arise as Grimmjow challenges decisions regarding Ichigo. Taking initiative, Grimmjow leads a group to hunt spiritual beings in Karakura Town, escalating the looming conflict.
Full Plot Summary
spoilersUlquiorra and Yammy are debriefed by Aizen and the other arrancars. Grimmjow Jaegerjaquez questions Ulquiorra's decision to keep Ichigo alive, and Aizen asserts that he trusts Ulquiorra's judgment, angering Grimmjow. Grimmjow takes a group of five arrancars, Shawlong Qufang, Edorad Leones, Ilfort Grantz, Nakim Greendina and D-Roy Linker, to kill any being with spiritual power in Karakura Town.
Episode FAQ
4 quick answersIs "The Evil Eye, Aizen Returns" canon or filler?
"The Evil Eye, Aizen Returns" is listed as filler in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
What story arc is "The Evil Eye, Aizen Returns" part of?
"The Evil Eye, Aizen Returns" is part of the New Captain Shusuke Amagai Arc (Filler).
Can I read this without spoilers?
Yes. Start with the spoiler-safe summary, then reveal the full plot only when you want the complete episode breakdown.
Series Cast
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Ichigo Kurosaki main 
Rukia Kuchiki main 
Byakuya Kuchiki supporting 
Genryusai Yamamoto supporting 
Hiyori Sarugaki supporting 
Ikkaku Madarame supporting 
Jushiro Ukitake supporting 
Kenpachi Zaraki supporting 
Kisuke Urahara supporting 
Kon supporting 
Mayuri Kurotsuchi supporting 
Nanao Ise supporting Nelliel Tu Odelschwanck supporting Orihime Inoue supporting 
Rangiku Matsumoto supporting Renji Abarai supporting 
Retsu Unohana supporting Sajin Komamura supporting Related Movies
4Franchise movie releases are kept separate from the TV episode spine.
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