Bleach

The Murderous Intent Boils! The Joyful Grimmjow

Episode 165 Canon Arrancar Arc 23 min

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Spoiler-Safe Summary

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Ichigo engages in a fierce battle against a formidable opponent wielding a unique device, while allies recover and strategize. The fight escalates as raw power and determination clash in a critical moment of the conflict.

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Using a special device, Grimmjow traps Ulquiorra in an alternate dimension, and remarks that it will take two or three hours for Ulquiorra to break free. Orihime finishes healing Ichigo, and Ichigo begins to fight Grimmjow. Even after using his bankai, Ichigo finds himself outmatched against Grimmjow. However, when Grimmjow fires a Grand Rey Cero at Orihime and Nel, Ichigo uses his hollow mask to block the attack. Glad that Ichigo is using his full power, Grimmjow releases his zanpaktou called Pantera and prepares to fight Ichigo.

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What episode is "The Murderous Intent Boils! The Joyful Grimmjow" in Bleach?

"The Murderous Intent Boils! The Joyful Grimmjow" is episode 165 of Bleach.

Is "The Murderous Intent Boils! The Joyful Grimmjow" canon or filler?

"The Murderous Intent Boils! The Joyful Grimmjow" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.

What story arc is "The Murderous Intent Boils! The Joyful Grimmjow" part of?

"The Murderous Intent Boils! The Joyful Grimmjow" is part of the Arrancar Arc.

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