What episode is "Unseal! The Black Blade, the Miraculous Power" in Bleach?
"Unseal! The Black Blade, the Miraculous Power" is episode 58 of Bleach.
Spoiler-Safe Summary
safe readIchigo uses his bankai to counter Byakuya's overwhelming attack, demonstrating swift combat skills. Meanwhile, other allies engage in a mission toward the Soul Society's central authority, revealing deepening tensions within.
Full Plot Summary
spoilersByakuya uses his bankai and overwhelms Ichigo with millions of tiny blades. In response, Ichigo uses his own bankai, which makes him incredibly fast. Ichigo evades Byakuya's bankai and stabs him with his sword. Meanwhile, Toushirou Hitsugaya and Rangiku Matsumoto head to the Central 46 Chambers, the highest authority in the Soul Society.
Episode FAQ
4 quick answersIs "Unseal! The Black Blade, the Miraculous Power" canon or filler?
"Unseal! The Black Blade, the Miraculous Power" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
What story arc is "Unseal! The Black Blade, the Miraculous Power" part of?
"Unseal! The Black Blade, the Miraculous Power" is part of the Soul Society 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