Episode 36 of the hit anime BLEACH: TYBW - The Conflict aired on December 7 on TV Tokyo, leaving fans deeply moved by the emotional story of Mayuri and Nemu. Online reactions poured in, filled with sentiments of gratitude and admiration for the characters’ dynamic.

Episode Highlights

In Episode 36, the battle against Pernida continues as the creature evolves further despite Mayuri’s efforts with Ashisogi Jizō. Nemu intervenes, determined to fulfill her mission not by Mayuri’s orders but through her own will and growth. The clash showcases the contrast between Pernida’s evolution fueled by absorbed information from the battlefield and Nemu’s resolve to act independently and grow.

Fans’ Reactions

Fans expressed heartfelt reactions online:
- “Mayuri’s parental instincts…”
- “He went above and beyond for someone who exceeded his expectations. No wonder his emotions were all over the place.”
- “Seeing Mayuri cradle Nemu (her brain) so delicately while speaking sorrowfully broke me.”
- “Mayuri and Nemu gave us some wholesome father-daughter content.”

About BLEACH

BLEACH, serialized in Weekly Shōnen Jump from 2001 to 2016, follows protagonist Ichigo Kurosaki, who gains the powers of a Soul Reaper after meeting Rukia Kuchiki. Together with his allies, he embarks on numerous adventures. The manga boasts over 130 million copies in circulation and has inspired video games, a live-action film starring Sōta Fukushi in 2018, and an anime series that aired from 2004 to 2012. The *Thousand-Year Blood War* arc, adapted from the manga’s final chapters, marks the anime’s return after a decade-long hiatus. Its first and second cours aired from October to December 2022 and July to September 2023, respectively.

Source : ORICON NEWS