: Uryu Ishida and Renji Abarai continue their desperate struggle against the 8th Espada, Szayelaporro Granz. Ishida utilizes a high-level Quincy technique called Sprenger , which uses a pentagram of Ginto (silver tubes) to create a massive explosion fueled by the enemy's own spiritual energy.
: Elsewhere, Grimmjow Jaegerjaquez retrieves Orihime Inoue and brings her to the near-dead Ichigo Kurosaki. Grimmjow’s motive is not kindness; he demands that Orihime heal Ichigo so they can have a fair, full-strength rematch, defying Ulquiorra’s previous orders. Guide Breakdown Canon Status Canon (Adapts manga chapters 275–277) Key Characters Bleach Episode 164
: Despite the explosion, Szayelaporro survives by consuming one of his subordinates to heal himself instantly, revealing the terrifying extent of his regenerative "perfection". : Uryu Ishida and Renji Abarai continue their
For a full list of canon episodes, you can check the Bleach Episode Guide on the . Grimmjows New Plan! - Bleach Episode 164 Reaction Grimmjow’s motive is not kindness; he demands that
You should this episode. It is essential for Uryu Ishida's character development and provides the critical narrative bridge to one of the series' most famous fights: Ichigo vs. Grimmjow. Fans often note this episode for highlighting the massive power gap between the protagonists and the top-tier Espada.