Bleach TYBW part 3 episode 4 is set to continue the high-stakes conflict, following the emotional and pivotal sacrifice of a 13 Court Squad Captain.

As the Soul Society reels from the brink of destruction, Shunsui Kyoraku’s decision to approach the series’ worst villain introduces an intriguing new twist.

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The question remains: how will these bold actions shape the next stage of the war, and what unexpected challenges await in the fight against Yhwach?

With tensions rising and alliances shifting, nothing is certain in this unpredictable battle for survival.

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The episode began with Captain Jushiro Ukitake’s tragic past and his pivotal sacrifice in the present. Ukitake, born with an incurable lung disease, was saved when his parents prayed to Mimihagi, the right arm of the Soul King.

Mimihagi fused with Ukitake, halting the progression of his illness but not curing him. The process allowed Ukitake to pursue his path as a Soul Reaper.

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During his training at the Soul Reaper Academy, Ukitake was taught by Genryusai Shigekuni Yamamoto, Sasakibe, and Retsu Unohana, forming a close friendship with Shunsui Kyoraku, his sparring partner.

The two supported each other through difficult moments, including losing their comrades, Kaien Shiba and Yamamoto.

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In the present, Ukitake revealed to the Soul Reapers that the Kamikake process had given Mimihagi control over his organs, not just his lungs.

Accepting the gravity of the situation, Ukitake made the ultimate sacrifice by using his life force to temporarily keep the Soul King together during Yhwach’s attack.

At the same time, Shunsui Kyoraku took a risky step, partially unsealing Sosuke Aizen in the Muken, possibly to involve him in the battle to save the Soul Society. These bold actions set the stage for even more twists as the conflict against Yhwach escalated.

Bleach TYBW part 3 episode 4 release date

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Bleach TYBW part 3 episode 4, also known as Bleach TYBW episode 30 (Bleach episode 395), is titled The Betrayer and will be released on October 26, 2024, at 7 a.m. Pacific Time (PT).

BLEACH TYBW PART 3 EPISODE 4 RELEASE DATE TIME ZONESSATURDAY, OCTOBER 26/TIME
JST (Japanese Standard Time)11 p.m.
GMT+810 p.m.
ET (Eastern Time)10 a.m.
CT (Central Time)9 a.m.
GMT (Western European Time)2 p.m.
CET (Central European Time)4 p.m.
IST (Indian Standard Time)7:30 p.m.

Where to watch Bleach Thousand Year Blood War?

Bleach TYBW is available on the following platforms:

BLEACH TYBW PLATFORMS:
Netflix
Disney Plus
Hulu

Availability may differ depending on your region.

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