: As the final episode of the original series, the animation by Studio Pierrot sees a noticeable bump in quality. The choreography during the swordplay and the atmospheric lighting during the rainy aftermath are top-tier for the era.

: 8/10 – Covers a lot of ground without feeling rushed.

: The closing montage, featuring a nostalgic look back at the characters we’ve followed for 366 episodes, is a tear-jerker for long-time fans. The final "See You Again" message felt like a promise—one that was eventually kept with the release of the Thousand-Year Blood War . The Verdict

: 10/10 – A perfect send-off for the original era.

Episode 366 is a poignant, high-stakes finale that successfully bridges the gap between Ichigo’s loss of power and his reclamation of his identity as a Substitute Shinigami. While the Fullbring arc was polarizing for its slower pace and lower stakes compared to the Arrancar War, this finale delivers a satisfying emotional payoff and a hopeful "see you later" to fans.