Watch Bleach - 162 Apr 2026

The community generally views this as a "must-watch" for the Espada reveal alone.

In the episode's climax, Ichigo asserts that defeating Ulquiorra will end the war, assuming he is the strongest Espada. Ulquiorra dispels this hope by moving his clothing to reveal the number "4" tattooed on his chest, indicating there are three Espada even more powerful than him. He then brutally incapacitates Ichigo by thrusting his hand through Ichigo's chest. Watch Bleach - 162

Ichigo begins the fight at full power, utilizing his Bankai and Hollow mask to pressure the stoic Espada. After Ichigo lands a massive Getsuga Tenshō , Ulquiorra emerges nearly unscathed, revealing that he blocked the attack with his bare hands. The community generally views this as a "must-watch"