Bleach episode 52 review
The legendary Bleach episodes begin now! We get Byakuya vs. Renji, which is so much cooler if you’re watching this cold like I was back in 2007. I didn’t know that Renji was set up to be “The Biggest Loser” throughout the series. I actually bought into his Bankai and his increased power and skills. I thought he actually stood a chance. So, when Byakuya again and again and again defeated him, it really felt like it was over for Renji. It also felt like it was over for Rukia, especially as Gin Ichimaru shows up to speed up the execution.
This episode had it all: a great fight, some introspection, lots of courage, lots of willpower, brilliant animation, the right music, the best characters getting all the screen time… it was Bleach‘s first perfect episode. There are plenty more of these to come, and soon.
Best girl of the episode: Rukia (12, back into the lead!)
Episode rating: 10/10
Tommy A. Phillips 