Orihime Inoue says goodbye to Ichigo Kurosaki before leaving for Hueco Mundo.

Ichigo Kurosaki concludes his battle with Dordoni Alessandro Del Socaccio.

As the Espada react to the death of Aaroniero Arruruerie, Ichigo Kurosaki is confronted by Ulquiorra Cifer.

As Ichigo Kurosaki is forced to take care of Rurichiyo Kasumiōji, another assassin attempts to kill her.

Lieutenant Izuru Kira and Makoto Kibune continue their battle.

Captain Kisuke Urahara takes Lieutenant Hiyori Sarugaki to the Nest of Maggots.

Lieutenant Momo Hinamori arrives to help out Lieutenant Rangiku Matsumoto, prompting Harribel's Fracción to bring forth Ayon.

As 5th Division Lieutenant Momo Hinamori and 10th Division Lieutenant Rangiku Matsumoto conclude their battle, 10th Division Captain Tōshirō Hitsugaya tries to convince Hyōrinmaru he is his master, but the Zanpakutō Spirit does not believe it.

Prior events are recalled.