What episode is "Fight to the Death! Ichigo vs. Ichigo" in Bleach?
"Fight to the Death! Ichigo vs. Ichigo" is episode 6 of Bleach.
Spoiler-Safe Summary
safe readTo help Ichigo transform when Rukia is absent, she gives him special candy, but this leads to an unexpected internal struggle as a powerful artificial entity takes control and causes turmoil for Ichigo.
Full Plot Summary
spoilersIn order for Ichigo to transform into a Soul Reaper when Rukia is not around, she purchases some soul candy from the Urahara Shop for him. However, the candy is actually a modsoul, an artificial warrior from the Soul Society created to destroy hollows. Once inside Ichigo's body, the modsoul goes on a rampage while ruining Ichigo's social image. Agent of the Shinigami arc: (6/20)
Episode FAQ
4 quick answersIs "Fight to the Death! Ichigo vs. Ichigo" canon or filler?
"Fight to the Death! Ichigo vs. Ichigo" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
What story arc is "Fight to the Death! Ichigo vs. Ichigo" part of?
"Fight to the Death! Ichigo vs. Ichigo" 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.
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Bleach: The DiamondDust Rebellion 2007 
Bleach: Fade to Black 2008 
Bleach: The Hell Verse 2010