Bleach All Seasons -

Ichigo’s first clash with Kenpachi Zaraki, the bloodthirsty captain of the 11th Division, ends with Ichigo learning to hear the "Zangetsu" (his sword’s spirit). Season 3: The Rescue (Episodes 42–63) Arc: Soul Society: The Rescue Key Episodes: 59 ("Conclusion of the Death Match! White Pride and Black Desire")

Barragan, the God of Death, whose power ages anything to dust. His fight against captain-commander Yamamoto’s lieutenant, Sasakibe, is iconic. Season 11: The Zanpakuto (Episodes 206–212) Arc: The Past Arc (Turn Back the Pendulum) – CANON Key Episodes: 208 ("Aizen and the Genius Boy") bleach all seasons

An entirely original story about a new captain of the 3rd Division who wields a Bakkoto (a forbidden Zanpakuto). Amagai is a sympathetic villain seeking revenge for his clan’s destruction. Another filler arc about fake captains called "Regai"

Another filler arc about fake captains called "Regai" created by a mad scientist. It’s repetitive and mostly ignored. Season 16: The Lost Agent (Episodes 292–366) Arc: The Fullbring Arc (Final Canon Season before the Hiatus) Key Episodes: 342 ("Thank You"), 366 ("The Changing History, Unchanging Heart") 366 ("The Changing History