What episode is "Beat the Invisible Enemy!" in Bleach?
"Beat the Invisible Enemy!" is episode 5 of Bleach.
Spoiler-Safe Summary
safe readChad battles a hidden enemy with Rukia's help until Ichigo arrives to provide support, culminating in Ichigo's decisive victory. The episode highlights teamwork and the consequences for the defeated foe.
Full Plot Summary
spoilersWith Rukia's help, Chad fights Shrieker despite not being able to see him. Ichigo eventually arrives and defeats the Shrieker. But as Shrieker was originally a murderer in life, he is dragged through the Gates of Hell instead of dissolving into the Soul Society. The spirit that inhabited the cockatiel is released to move on to the Soul Society. Agent of the Shinigami arc: (5/20)
Episode FAQ
4 quick answersIs "Beat the Invisible Enemy!" canon or filler?
"Beat the Invisible Enemy!" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
What story arc is "Beat the Invisible Enemy!" part of?
"Beat the Invisible Enemy!" is part of the Agent of the Shinigami 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.
Bleach: Memories of Nobody 2006 
Bleach: The DiamondDust Rebellion 2007 
Bleach: Fade to Black 2008 
Bleach: The Hell Verse 2010