Aizen's Bankai Unveiled: What to Expect in Bleach TYBW Part 3
Uncover the anticipation surrounding Bleach TYBW part 3 as fans eagerly speculate whether Aizen will finally unveil his Bankai Dive into the intrigue and excitement of this highly anticipated release!
Fans are buzzing with excitement over Bleach TYBW part 3 after the second promotional video was released at Jump Festa 2024. The trailer revealed many characters, but fans are particularly eager to see Sosuke Aizen's mysterious appearance. Undoubtedly, the King of Reiatsu will have a significant impact in Bleach TYBW part 3 due to his immense strength and overwhelming Spiritual Pressure. However, fans are eager to know if he will finally reveal his Bankai, as he has yet to do so in the series.
The deviations made by Studio Pierrot and Kubo from the source material suggest that there is a strong likelihood for the reveal of his Bankai in the upcoming Bleach TYBW part 3. Please be aware that this article contains spoilers from the Thousand-Year Blood War arc of Bleach manga.
Exploring whether Aizen will demonstrate his Bankai in Bleach TYBW part 3
As mentioned before, Sosuke Aizen does not reveal his Bankai in the manga. However, it is possible that the complex storyline of Bleach TYBW part 3 may finally unveil his Bankai, depending on the decision of Studio Pierrot and creator Tite Kubo. It is worth noting that the anime adaptation of the Thousand-Year Blood War arc has deviated from the source material in a few instances, such as the portrayal of Shinji Hirako, Captain of the 5th Division, using his forbidden Bankai, which was not shown in the manga.
The image above shows Sosuke Aizen, as seen in Bleach Brave Souls. His Bankai, Kyoka Suigetsu, was first revealed in the Bleach spin-off novel, Can't Fear Your Own World, where he used it to pit several hollows against each other. In addition to Shinji's Bankai, the final episode of Bleach TYBW Part 2 also featured Senjumaru Shutara's "never-seen-before" Bankai, which she demonstrated to defeat Yhwach's Schutzstaffel.
It was a surprising anime-original scene that left the fandom in shock. Studio Pierrot often introduces new Bankai abilities that were not shown in the original manga. Additionally, Kubo revealed in multiple interviews that he was unable to fully explore the narrative of the Thousand Year Blood-War arc.
Sosuke Aizen, as seen (Image via Bleach Brave Souls)
The narrative ended exactly as Kubo intended, but he now has the freedom to add and expand on certain battles with the anime adaptation of Bleach. With this opportunity, Kubo can now include everything he previously imagined but couldn't draw in the manga.
There is a strong chance that Aizen's Bankai will be featured in Bleach TYBW Part 3, as he is a beloved character among fans. The upcoming part will show Shunsui Kyoraku going to Muken to seek Aizen's help in defeating Yhwach and his forces.
Shunsui Kyoraku, depicted in Bleach TYBW (Image via Pierrot)
Despite his past betrayal of the Soul Society, Shunsui understands that Aizen's formidable power is crucial for the Soul Society to emerge victorious in the war. Interestingly, Yhwach himself recognized him as one of the five "War Threats", alongside Ichigo Kurosaki, Kenpachi Zaraki, Ichibei Hyosube, and Kisuke Urahara, due to his extraordinary Spiritual Pressure.
As a result, the newly appointed Captain Commander will release some of Aizen's restraints, enabling him to display a portion of his true power. Constrained to his seat, Aizen will demonstrate why Yhwach considered him a menace to his scheme.
Aizen, as depicted in the trailer for Bleach TYBW part 3 (Image via Pierrot)
In Bleach TYBW Part 3, he will attempt to use only his Reiatsu to shoot down the Soul King's Palace, posing a challenge for the soul reapers. Studio Pierrot, under Kubo's supervision, may take the opportunity to expand Aizen's scenes and surprise the audience by unveiling his Bankai for the first time. Aizen has evolved beyond a soul reaper and hollow, gaining a power even more destructive than a Bankai. While he may not necessarily need to demonstrate it, its revelation is sure to generate a significant reaction within the fandom.
Ultimately, the decision to include the soul reaper's Bankai in Bleach TYBW part 3 rests with the Studio and Kubo. Some theories also indicate that Tite Kubo may be reserving Aizen's ultimate power for Part 4, with the anticipated Aizen vs. Yhwach battle. The portrayal of Aizen in the upcoming part will depend on the Studio's interpretation.
Keep up with more anime news and manga updates as 2023 progresses.
Editor's P/S
As a Gen Z netizen, I am incredibly excited about the upcoming Bleach TYBW Part 3 and the potential reveal of Aizen's Bankai. Aizen is one of the most intriguing and powerful characters in the series, and his Bankai has been a mystery for years. The fact that Studio Pierrot and Tite Kubo have deviated from the source material in the past gives me hope that we will finally get to see it in the anime.
I believe that Aizen's Bankai will be something truly special and game-changing. He is already incredibly powerful without it, so I can only imagine what he will be capable of with it. I am also curious to see how his Bankai will compare to those of other characters, such as Ichigo Kurosaki and Kenpachi Zaraki. Overall, I am eagerly anticipating Bleach TYBW Part 3 and the potential reveal of Aizen's Bankai. It is sure to be an epic moment in the history of the series.
