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Bleach is a manga and anime by mangaka Tite Kubo about the adventures of Kurosaki Ichigo, a teenager who has become a Soul Reaper: a protector of humans and guide to the afterlife.

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Bleach (ブリーチ) is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Tite Kubo. It focuses on the adventures of Kurosaki Ichigo, a teenager who has become a Soul Reaper: a protector of humans and guide to the afterlife.

The story of Bleach follows the adventures of Kurosaki Ichigo. From his childhood, Ichigo was able to see ghosts. His life suddenly changes when he meets Kuchiki Rukia, who introduces herself as a Shinigami (Soul Reaper), and obtains Shinigami powers from her.

The Bleach franchise includes:

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How did no one notice that Rukia's special order was defective?

In Episode 6, when Rukia went to replenish her supplies from Kisuke, she asked about her special order in which Kisuke sent Ururu to look for it. After looking at it, Kisuke said that the one Rukia got was the only one he could get as it was hard to…
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Why weren't Gigai used for Spearhead?

When Rukia was explaining how Mod Souls were created for Project Spearhead, she said the project was scrapped because forcing corpses to fight was immoral. But why weren't Gigai considered? Unlike corpses, Gigai are created so they are more readily…
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Why does Kurotsuchi Mayuri wear makeup?

Is there some reason Kurotsuchi Mayuri in Bleach dresses the way he does, and wears a mask/makeup? Or is it just because he is somewhat crazy?
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Where can I read Bleach legally?

I live in Norway. Is there a site where I can read Bleach online legally? I have tried to look, but I have not found a suitable site yet.
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How do the Noble Families work in Bleach?

In Bleach, there are Four Noble Families of the Soul Society. I know that people can have children in the Soul Society. However, is whether you are a part of the Noble family based on whether you were born into that family in the real world or in…
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Is Komamura the only shinigami who has an animal-like appearance?

Is Komamura the only shinigami who has an animal-like appearance?
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Why doesn't stabbing himself in the chest with Rukia's sword hurt Ichigo?

In the first episode of Bleach, Ichigo stabs himself in the chest with Rukia's sword to transfer her Shinigami abilities to him. Why does this not hurt him, while people can be hurt by hollows and while he is hurt by zanpakuto later in the show?
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Where is Aizen after the Quincies wreak havoc in Seireitei?

Where is Aizen Sousuke after the Quincies wreak havoc in Seireitei? Last time he was seen, he was meeting the Quincy king, Ywach, and Ywach mentioned that during the short meeting, Aizen used his power on him. Does this means that Aizen has escaped?…
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Why was the ending to the Arrancar arc so brief?

I started watching Bleach probably a month ago and quickly found it to be quite interesting. But there are some things I just don't get. For example Aizen... I thought Aizen was awesome. He commands such awe, attention and fear and you can tell…
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How does Hollow exorcism work?

In Bleach, season 1 episode 3 (around 19:00) Orihime's brother, who is a Hollow, stabs himself with Ichigo's Zanpakuto. Soul Reapers are supposed to have the power to exorcise the Hollows to send their souls to the Soul Society; however, it is…
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When did the event related to Rurichiyo Kasumioji really happen?

In Bleach, while Ichigo and the gang invading Hueco Mundo, they keep cutting away to Rurichiyo Kasumioji and her story: they save her, kill the guys with the Hollow Swords, and save the head captain. When did that really happen? Did they help her…
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What type of weapon is Nnoitra's zanpakuto?

In the Espada Arc, Kenpachi fights Nnoitra.I was trying to explain Nnoitra to my friend but I couldn't figure out what kind of weapon it was, is it a scythe or what?
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Who are Byakuya and Juushirou referring to in chapter 117?

At the beginning of chapter 117 of Bleach, Juushirou Ukitake says, "Byakuya... Who is he?" (referring to Ichigo) and Byakuya replies, "He's not related. At least not ... to the one you're thinking of. He's no one. Just a ryoka. I'll dispose of him.…
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Did Ichigo steal Rukia's powers?

In the first episodes of Bleach does Ichigo steal Rukia's powers? If so, does it mean all Ichigo's powers were stolen from Rukia, or does Ichigo have his own powers? Basically, does Ichigo have powers, or is it just like Deku who has obtained them…
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What was Zangetsu's Task for Ichigo to get Bankai?

When Ichigo is about to start his training to obtain Bankai, Zangetsu fills the area with different swords and tells Ichigo that only one is his true self and all other would break indicating that Zangetsu wanted Ichigo to find his true form and…
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