Bleach

Kibune Goes to War! The Violent Wind that Rages

Episode 172 Canon Hueco Mundo Arc 23 min

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Spoiler-Safe Summary

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Rivalries flare within a division as trust is tested through cruel trials orchestrated by unseen forces, culminating in unexpected battles that challenge loyalties.

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Amagai orders the third division to perform several menial missions and training exercises to build trust within the division members. However, Kira believes that Amagai wishes to replace him with Kibune due to attention the division members give to him. One evening, Kira and Kibune investigate an old execution ground with division member Shinta Seko. The three fall into the execution pit, which is filled with caged hollows. Kira and Kibune easily defeat the hollows, but one of the hollows manages to absorb Shinta. When Kibune attempts to kill the hollow with Shinta, Kira stops his attack, and Kibune state that Shinta's lack of skill as the reason he should die. Amagai arrives and reveals that he created the entire affair. The following morning, Lurichiyo enters the Kasumiouji family household.

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What episode is "Kibune Goes to War! The Violent Wind that Rages" in Bleach?

"Kibune Goes to War! The Violent Wind that Rages" is episode 172 of Bleach.

Is "Kibune Goes to War! The Violent Wind that Rages" canon or filler?

"Kibune Goes to War! The Violent Wind that Rages" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.

What story arc is "Kibune Goes to War! The Violent Wind that Rages" part of?

"Kibune Goes to War! The Violent Wind that Rages" is part of the Hueco Mundo Arc.

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