What episode is "Desperation! The Broken Zangetsu" in Bleach?
"Desperation! The Broken Zangetsu" is episode 38 of Bleach.
Ichigo confronts a powerful opponent while struggling with his own resolve and control. Meanwhile, Chad faces consequences but finds unexpected mercy, all unfolding amidst looming threats in the Soul Society.
Rather than kill him, Kyouraku orders Chad to be incarcerated. Elsewhere, Ichigo is fleeing Kenpachi, terrified of Kenpachi's overwhelming power. After realizing the importance of his mission, however, Ichigo finds the resolve to face him. He manages to cut Kenpachi, but becomes overconfident after learning that Kenpachi has not mastered his zanpakutou. Kenpachi then stabs him in the chest, breaking Ichigo's zanpakutou in the process. Soul Society: The Sneak Entry arc: (18/21)
"Desperation! The Broken Zangetsu" is episode 38 of Bleach.
"Desperation! The Broken Zangetsu" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
"Desperation! The Broken Zangetsu" is part of the Soul Society Arc.
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Ichigo Kurosaki main
Rukia Kuchiki main
Byakuya Kuchiki supporting
Hiyori Sarugaki supporting
Ikkaku Madarame supporting
Jushiro Ukitake supporting
Kenpachi Zaraki supporting
Kisuke Urahara supporting
Kon supporting
Mayuri Kurotsuchi supporting
Nanao Ise supporting
Rangiku Matsumoto supporting
Retsu Unohana supporting Franchise movie releases are kept separate from the TV episode spine.