Bleach episode 17 review
Ichigo recovers from his wounds from Renji’s attack, then goes after Renji, only to have Byakuya flash-step him and destroy his zanpakuto. Then Rukia realizes that we need a damsel in distress, so she pretty much gives up on life and decides that she will go face her fate in the Soul Society. Byakuya and Renji take her away, and Rukia will soon be on death row.
Tessai and Mr. Hat & Clogs save Ichigo, though, and Kisuke tells Ichigo that it’ll take a month for Rukia to be executed. So, train for ten days, take seven days to get into the Soul Society, and then they’ll have about two weeks to save Rukia. Time is of the essence!
Not a terribly exciting episode, actually. The one part where Ichigo strikes back is quickly taken away by Byakuya’s ease in defeating him. Which I’m totally okay with, don’t get me wrong. Ichigo should look weak at this time. But this battle just isn’t nearly as entertaining as the ones will be in which Ichigo does have power.
Best girl of the episode: Rukia (8), though I wasn’t impressed with her, she was just the only option
Episode rating: 7/10
Tommy A. Phillips 