The Wandenreich and Yhwach swiftly defeat several Captains and Lieutenants. Understanding the severity of the situation, Captain-Commander Genryusai Shigekuni Yamamoto advances to the front lines to face off against the Quincy King.
The battle between Squad Zero and Yhwach rages on. As Yhwach performs his Auswählen to resurrect his fallen comrades, Ichibei and the rest of Squad Zero unleash their full power as the three worlds begin the quake under the pressure.
Yhwach, along with his trusted subordinates, has entered the Soul King Palace where he is confronted by the Hot Spring Devil, Tenjiro Kirinji, which onsets the beginning of the testament of power of Squad Zero.
Isane and Yachiru are treating the wounded Kensei and Rojuro when they are attacked by Gwenael, a Quincy who not only possesses the ability to disappear physically but can also erase his existence from the memory of his opponents.
The Wardenriech begin to wrap up and withdraw from the devastated Soul Society however are stopped by Ichigo, who finally arrives at the scene. He has one last chance at vengeance with a showdown against Yhwach.
Akon establishes a connection with Ichigo, who attempts to travel to the Soul Society for much-needed backup. He is denied the opportunity by a sudden blockade in the portal set up by Quilge -bloodshed continues in the Soul Society.
Kisuke Urahara has discovered the Quincy's weakness, and using their communication system allows for the Soul Reapers to use his plan to regain the ability to use their Bankai, and be able to turn the tide of battle.