: Despite Ichigo's words, Rurichiyo decides she can no longer burden them. In a surprise move, she kicks Ichigo off the roof, takes his Substitute Shinigami Combat Pass , and opens a Senkaimon to return to the Soul Society alone. Key Episode Data Release Date July 16, 2008 (Japan) Arc The New Captain Shūsuke Amagai (Filler) Total Episode # Season & Episode Season 9, Episode 13 Primary Antagonist Hanza Nukui / Gyōkaku Kumoi Production & Trivia
: Ichigo finds Rurichiyo crying on the roof at night. He tries to reassure her that they chose to protect her of their own free will and that she shouldn't blame herself. Bleach Episode 180
: Witnessing her friends' suffering, Rurichiyo feels deeply responsible for their injuries. : Despite Ichigo's words, Rurichiyo decides she can