What episode is "Rukia's Battle Commences! The Freezing White Blade" in Bleach?
"Rukia's Battle Commences! The Freezing White Blade" is episode 117 of Bleach.
Spoiler-Safe Summary
safe readDuring a fierce battle against powerful foes, new challenges arise for Rukia, Ichigo, and their allies as they face enemies with escalating strength, leading to intense confrontations and strategic decisions.
Full Plot Summary
spoilersGrimmjow's five arrancars separate to attack their targets. D-Roy encounters Chad and nearly kills him before Ichigo intercepts the fatal blow. Rukia arrives, telling Ichigo to allow her to fight D-Roy. Using the shikai of her zanpakutou, she easily defeats D-Roy. However, Grimmjow arrives to fight them, and Rukia realizes that his power is vastly superior to D-Roy's. Meanwhile, Keigo Asano encounters Ikkaku fighting Edorad.
Episode FAQ
4 quick answersIs "Rukia's Battle Commences! The Freezing White Blade" canon or filler?
"Rukia's Battle Commences! The Freezing White Blade" is listed as filler in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
What story arc is "Rukia's Battle Commences! The Freezing White Blade" part of?
"Rukia's Battle Commences! The Freezing White Blade" 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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Bleach: The DiamondDust Rebellion 2007 
Bleach: Fade to Black 2008 
Bleach: The Hell Verse 2010