Rangiku tried to go to assist him, but Hitsugaya stopped her, informing her that they were not strong enough to assist him. "As long as I can strike you down, I would gladly abandon my status as captain right here and now!". [43] Shawlong easily fends him off, even with him using his Bankai, Daiguren Hyōrinmaru. But she was still just a lieutenant and Hitsugaya was a captain, so he eventually won. [84], 10 days later after Aizen is captured and Hitsugaya is fully healed, he begins regularly training in a secluded cave, ashamed at his inability to protect Hinamori despite her surviving. The following evening, Hitsugaya tells Akon that he has not been able to contact Nanao and Rangiku since they stated that they were returning, requesting to see if there is a record of them passing through the Dangai. Hitsugaya collapses after shattering Gerard. Byakuya tells the struggling Hitsugaya to release his Bankai. [104] Despite his strong resolve, Hitsugaya is still pushed back. He realizes that they are both Reigai and as both raise their sword whilst apologizing, they are attacked and defeated by Yoruichi's Shunkō technique. [123] Hitsugaya and other captains are then later shocked to sense that Yamamoto had actually died at the hands of Yhwach. [122], Upon the release of Captain-Commander Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto's Bankai, the Sternritter using Hitsugaya's Bankai notices the ice melting. His lieutenant is Rangiku Matsumoto. The only thing he cannot tolerate is not being addressed as "Captain Hitsugaya," or an inappropriate use of his name, as he worked very hard for the title. Hitsugaya manages to catch her before she falls off the roof and Hinamori apologizes before drawing her sword. Top 10 Bleach Bankai. Much of his upper body is then blasted away by Bazz-B's attack. The second half was merely covered in snow. [64] Harribel knocks Tōshirō to the ground as she mocks him, questioning "whether this is the full strength of a captain". As mentioned … Shortly thereafter, Hitsugaya and Byakuya are waiting atop of a roof when the 10th Division Lieutenant Rangiku Matsumoto arrives and asks what is going on. [13], Hitsugaya comes from the province of Junrinan in the 1st District of West Rukongai. He explains the truth about Arrancar and the Espada to Hitsugaya. Ichigo kurosaki – tensa zangetsu. Hitsugaya is left angered at the state Aizen has left Hinamori in, but he thanks Yamamoto for allowing her to speak with him. He is the most gifted prodigy the Soul Society has had since Gin Ichimaru, entering the Shinigami Academy on his first try despite his young age, graduating from the academy in a single year with the highest written and performance scores in each of his classes, joining the Gotei 13 shortly afterwards, and then becoming the youngest Shinigami to ever reach the rank of captain. [146] After Gerard regenerates his arm, Byakuya explains the power of his Schrift to Hitsugaya, who notes that Gerard must have been much smaller at the start of the battle. He then goes on to explain that she escaped the 10th Division Barracks, explaining that Hinamori excels at Kidō and that breaking his barrier from the inside would be easy for her. Hitsugaya and the others bear witness to Amagai committing suicide because of his disgraceful actions. Yammy comments that the cold attack felt "refreshing." Hitsugaya is stunned as the blast causes part of Wahrwelt to fall away, but he uses Daiguren Hyōrinmaru to catch the falling pieces of the city and mitigate the damage below. However, he states that as usual old men are engaging in their pointless arguments in response to the constant bickering between his fellow captains.[25][26]. These ice flowers start to disintegrate the longer bankai is maintained. Gerard explains the power of The Miracle, and Hitsugaya replies that he does not know what he is talking about but only knows that reason does not apply to the Quincy's power. Take your favorite fandoms with you and never miss a beat. [134] As this happens Cang checks his medallion only to determine that it is working normally, so he is further confused as to why Hyōrinmaru is starting to return to Hitsugaya. The original concept and origin of his Zanpakuto Hyorinmaru, however, belongs to Tite Kubo. [14] There, he lived with his grandmother and Momo Hinamori. Tōshirō is easily annoyed by others goofing off or drawing unneeded attention to themselves, such as when he leads a team of Shinigami into Ichigo Kurosaki's school. He sometimes walks around in his tabi. [57], Once Ichigo Kurosaki and Rukia Kuchiki make it into Soul Society to rescue Rurichiyo Kasumiōji. [70] Hitsugaya is alerted to Aizen's presence when the giant Hollow creature blows out the fire prison that he, Gin, and Tōsen were trapped in. Soon after, he tells his grandmother of his intentions of becoming a Shinigami. The remaining three captains split up and head towards the Twelfth Division barracks separately.[100]. The captains are attacked by the Reigai, with Hitsugaya once again being attacked by the Reigai of Byakuya. [89] The difference in ability between Hyōrinmaru's Shikai and Bankai is very small; the true difference lies in the quantities of ice each form can create, with the Shikai only being able to create comparatively small quantities.[172]. [67], Their exchange of attacks continues and Hitsugaya tells her another law of battle. Hitsugaya uses his Shikai to attack from range, but Inaba creates another portal to block the attack. Hitsugaya comments that all the water in Soul Society is slowly disappearing and therefore his Hyōrinmaru can no-longer be used. Shortly after the fight starts, Hitsugaya stands back and contemplates the situation. In a theoretical battle between these two Soul Reaper greats, Toshiro would need all of his raw talent and more to overcome Byakuya's experience and discipline. User: Ichigo Kurosaki. He then creates giant monsters, setting them to relentlessly pursue and attack Hitsugaya. Hitsugaya is generally mature and serious, in contrast to his free-spirited lieutenant, Rangiku Matsumoto. He is relatively young by Shinigami standards, and has the appearance of a child. Luppi's inattentiveness gives him ample time to build up a finishing move, using his Sennen Hyōrō technique - just in time to save his subordinates. Hitsugaya then states that he has been deceiving everyone from the start. As Yukio separates everyone into chat rooms, Hitsugaya is paired with Yukio himself. He proceeds to freeze Yukio's body save for his right arm and head, telling him that in exchange for disabling his Fullbring within 5 minutes, he will spare his life. Hitsugaya is a common playable character in Bleach -related video game, including the Blade Battlers series and the Nintendo home consoles series. [82], When Ichigo shouts at the Shinigami, questioning what they are doing, Tōshirō realizes that it was not Aizen that he has just stabbed. To find the truth, the two battle, with the fight quickly turning towards Hyōrinmaru's favor. [79] After his admittance of his hate-filled blade, Hitsugaya declares his motive: "I don't care if I lose my position as a captain, as long as I can kill you". But realizing the increase in power the Espada will have, Hitsugaya tries to attack before he is able releasing his Bankai. She dresses in the garb typical of Shinigami, though she lets her robes hang loo… [113], Hitsugaya destroys the monsters before they touch Yukio. Aizen then explains his reasoning behind the deception, detailing that he was being compassionate and states that he would teach Hitsugaya that admiration is the furthest thing from understanding. As they comment on the fate of the other captains, Inaba confronts them. Izuru Kira (吉良 イヅル, Kira Izuru, romanized as "Iduru" in Bleach Official Character Book SOULs and other Japanese sources) is the lieutenant of Squad Three, formerly in Squads 5 and 4. ", During his duel with Gin Ichimaru, Ichimaru remarks that Hitsugaya is the embodiment of a heavenly guardian that would be reincarnated every few centuries. Hitsugaya being praised by Isshin for his hard work. Hitsugaya as he tries to regain Hyōrinmaru. [35], Hitsugaya later fully recovers and watches over a still injured and unconscious Hinamori.[36]. [76], He, Hiyori, and Lisa attack Harribel with their Shikai, creating a huge explosion. She called him "Shiro-chan" and he retorted by calling her "Bed-wetter Momo." [81] After Aizen is attacked by Suì-Fēng and Shunsui, Hitsugaya tells Aizen it is over and rushes at him. Cang Du then arrives to finish Hitsugaya off. He then shakes her off and runs away. Hitsugaya explains to Ichigo the danger that the Arrancar represent to Soul Society. Koga summons his Doll Dalk. However, his body dissipates and he reappears, immediately attacking and injuring them all.[102]. [149] After watching Kenpachi bisect Gerard, Hitsugaya states that they should probably keep their distance, which Byakuya agrees with. He noticed that Hinamori's hair grew longer and she visited less often, seemingly having a goal in her life now. Shortly after this a new character showed up called Chad SSR, again there was a bond that fit perfectly with banji for being a friend with Ichigo. At the 10th Division;s headquarters, Hitsugaya is trying to commune with his Zanpakutō Spirit in his inner world, but upon arrival he is somewhat rebuffed by Hyōrinmaru, much to confusion. [12], Child Prodigy: Perhaps the most astonishing trait of Hitsugaya is his intellect and natural talent. Hitsugaya tells her that the strategy they are using was set up by the general. She looks up at him with a sweet smile using his nick name 'Shiro-chan' she then goes on to explain of how she woke up in the 12th Division to find everyone gone and appears to be very vulnerable and scared. As Mayuri explains it causes him discomfort to use such a drug on a defenseless foe, Hitsugaya screams for him to stop, prompting Mayuri to state that it makes it easier to see him fight back with words. Round 2. starts if they both survive the first round after 5 minutes. While there, Inaba speeds up the restrictive current forcing Komamura to stay behind using his Bankai. Hitsugaya responds by trying to knee Mayuri, but he blocks this. As Shunsui attacks Aizen again, Hitsugaya activates his Bankai and admits that his blade is filled with anger. Hiyori yells as him, asking him if he is crazy as the Visored have come here to kill Aizen as well and that Hitsugaya was already having trouble when they arrived, so what makes him think he can take Aizen. When Inaba releases the full power of the Reigai and more Reigai appear, including those that had already been defeated, Mayuri explains that as long as their core form, the pill, is preserved, their bodies can be replaced. [136] After defeating Cang Du, Hitsugaya tells Rangiku to wait as he starts moving, but quickly collapses. [121] Hitsugaya is later notified via transmitter swords along with the other captains and lieutenants by Rin Tsubokura that Ichigo is currently heading to Soul Society. Shunsui joins in the defense of Captain Hitsugaya, noting that the problem of the Bount getting into Soul Society was something caused by the 12th Division. Hitsugaya is then surprised to see Gerard grow wings on his back and fly back up to confront Kenpachi again. After his failed attempt, Komamura and Love step in and attack Aizen simultaneously. Expressing her belief, she says that Gin or someone else could be forcing him to engage in his actions. After he hears her ask "Shiro-chan...Why?" Naturally, they do not voice this fact in front of him, for even regularly practicing this adage for so long, he did not really grow in height. Hitsugaya looks surprised as the ice pillar begins to fall apart from around her, and once free, she gazes at him. [97], Later, Hitsugaya arrives in the Human World with other members of the Gotei 13 to help in the fight against Inaba. Momo yells at him, telling him he isn't one who should talk about growing.[50]. Hitsugaya then receives a Shin'eiyaku, which he takes, causing his Bankai to break and wound Cang. While out at the market one day a shopkeeper, whom he was buying items from, was treating him disdainfully. Let us know! Kenpachi tells him that he needs to stand down, and Byakuya silences Hitsugaya before he can retort. However, Hitsugaya merely slashes him across the chest in response. When Rangiku says that she's never seen it, suggesting that he is faking it, Hitsugaya also states that they've never seen it. [166], Immense Spiritual Power: Tōshirō's spiritual power has the same effect as his Zanpakutō, as it is an elemental representative of ice. As Gerard overpowers Kenpachi, Hitsugaya and Byakuya begin their attack, but Gerard sees through their ploy and counters them.[148]. Later, upon the Wandenreich's return, Hitsugaya appears on the battlefield alongside Matsumoto just in time to protect several Shinigami from Bazz-B's fire-based attack, using his own ice-powers to create a protective barrier. Do not copy our content in whole to other websites. He says the power Ichigo received is the result of the way he changed Soul Society by fighting and that he should accept these new powers proudly. He was the first to suspect Ichimaru of treason, and saw that there was more to Rukia's execution than what was being said. Hitsugaya tells him because he is a captain, he cannot hold back on him and releases his Shikai and attacks, but Amagai releases his Shikai as well and counters causing a stalemate.[58]. [154] Engaging Gerard once more, Hitsugaya expresses shock and confusion after Gerard is killed by Auswählen. Hitsugaya questions this way of thinking before he suddenly hears the voice of Hyōrinmaru, to which he remarks that its been a while since he heard him and welcomes him back. He then stabs Aizen only to realize it was an illusion from Aizen's Shikai allowing him to land a critical blow to Hitsugaya. Hitsugaya's Bankai reaches full maturity. Mayuri notes that the drug is incomplete and has serious side-effects after ten rounds, leaving him without a sense of balance for about thirty seconds. The sword is somewhat longer than most Zanpakutō, at about 1.4 meters long. However, Hitsugaya notes that he summoned his bow a second too late as Gerard is frozen solid by Shikai Hyōketsu, which Hitsugaya explains is the result of his Bankai being able to freeze anything before it in four seconds. He attacks Mayuri again and quickly uses his Bankai to kill Mayuri, only to find himself reliving the encounter once again. [89], Hitsugaya is resting in the 4th Division barracks following the battle. The sheath completely dissolves when he draws his sword. [92] Along with Hyōrinmaru, Hitsugaya sets about destroying the Gillians surrounding Muramasa's transformed state. Believing that Hitsugaya has been defeated, Harribel turns her attention to Captain-Commander Yamamoto, though before she can take any action toward him, she is attacked by an unseen assailant. He says that long before Ichigo appeared, Kūgo Ginjō was the first Substitute Shinigami, revealing that he gave up the position and disappeared. Mayuri manages to parry all of Hitsugaya's strikes, claiming to have installed a sensor in his Zanpakutō that allows him to parry all incoming blades. Hitsugaya gathers with the unoccupied captains and Visored planning to protect Ichigo Kurosaki from Aizen and his Shikai. When Hitsugaya comes inside he is asks Rangiku what is wrong and she explains that her Zanpakutō will not release. He retains the thin chain holding his Zanpakutō's sheath around his upper torso.[11]. As Yukio furiously explains how he left his parents and caused his father to kill himself, Hitsugaya sneaks up on Yukio and freezes his legs and controllers. To which Harribel releases a Cero blast at him, which Hitsugaya comments on it being weak. Rangiku then tells him he should become a Shinigami, stating that kids with power as strong as his need to learn how to bring their power under control. Hitsugaya and the other Shinigami appear. He is among the others when Captain Sajin Komamura's Zanpakutō turns on him. Captains do not swing their swords out of hatred, and tells Aizen that he does not have what it takes to be a captain. PO Box 1045 His lieutenant was Rangiku Matsumoto. [77] Tōshirō is the first to attack Aizen, claiming that if nobody attacked, then the battle would not start. He is now a Level Four captain, and the Eleventh Captain of the Ring of Four in the Royal Guard. Hitsugaya states that she should keep safe from the battles that are going on around them she reassures him she is okay before stumbling. * Leonidas Hitsugaya is the current Captain of the 10th Division, and the son of the late prodigy, Toshiro Hitsugaya. Tōshirō's favorite foods are watermelon and amanattō. On top of which, Hitsugaya’s Bankai begins to deteriorate, he begins to fall as Gerard begins to cause more and more trouble.