Ichigo vs Aizen

The clash between Ichigo Kurosaki and Sōsuke Aizen serves as a crucial moment in the "Bleach" anime series. This showdown unfolds in Soul Society on November 1, 2001. After Aizen fatally injures Gin Ichimaru, Ichigo, now taller with longer hair from his time in the Dangai, confronts Aizen in Karakura Town. To ensure the safety of the town, Ichigo relocates the battle away from it. Aizen proposes that Ichigo has transformed all his spiritual energy into pure physical strength, boosting his speed, strength, and other abilities.

The confrontation is fierce, with both fighters pushing their limits. In the end, both Ichigo and Aizen lose their powers. Ichigo sustains moderate injuries and loses his Shinigami abilities, while Aizen forfeits all his acquired powers and is sealed away by Kisuke Urahara.

Detailed information:

• Manga debut: Chapter 422
• Anime debut: Episode 308