What episode is "Next Target, The Devil's Hand Aims at Orihime!" in Bleach?
"Next Target, The Devil's Hand Aims at Orihime!" is episode 349 of Bleach.
Spoiler-Safe Summary
safe readIchigo escapes from a perilous situation as Orihime faces a dangerous foe, leading to an unexpected intervention that shifts the balance and raises the stakes for the characters involved.
Full Plot Summary
spoilersIchigo defeats the pig plushie with his Fullbring and is freed from the dollhouse. Elsewhere, Orihime is confronted by Moe Shishigawara, who intends to kill her. Shishigawara is then interrupted by his superior, Uryuu's assailant, who is revealed to be Shuukurou Tsukishima. Tsukishima prepares to punish Shishigawara for going against his orders, but Orihime decides to intervene.
Episode FAQ
4 quick answersIs "Next Target, The Devil's Hand Aims at Orihime!" canon or filler?
"Next Target, The Devil's Hand Aims at Orihime!" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
What story arc is "Next Target, The Devil's Hand Aims at Orihime!" part of?
"Next Target, The Devil's Hand Aims at Orihime!" is part of the The Blade Is Me Arc.
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
18Browse the main cast connected to this episode guide.
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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