The conclusion of Bleach " A Thousand-Year Blood War," arrived in grand style with a one-hour special combining episodes 39 and 40. Unlike the first two parts, which had 13 episodes each, this season upped the ante with 14 episodes. Now, fans can prepare to watch the highly anticipated epic conclusion of the series.
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The announcement came shortly after the airing of the final episode, accompanied by a teaser visual shared on Aniplex YouTube channel . The 37-second video features Ichigo Kurosaki in special promotional artwork.
The adaptation of Bleach surprised fans by arriving ten years after the end of the original anime. Since then, the studio has followed an annual schedule, with consecutive releases since 2022. The expectation is that the fourth and final part will be released in 2025, officially concluding the story. On December 16th, Tite Kubo, creator of Bleach , shared a special message about Part 4, revealed in a surprise broadcast announced on the anime's official X profile. According to him, the final part will include entire episodes with exclusive original content.
What happens at the end of Bleach Part 3?
The final episodes, 39 and 40, deliver intense moments. Episode 39, titled "The Visible Answer," follows the Soul Reapers led by Captain Kyoraku as they face Gerard Valkyrie, whose power to manifest miracles complicates the battle. Meanwhile, tensions rise between Jugram Haschwalth and Uryu Ishida, with Uryu being appointed as Yhwach's successor, sparking deep conflicts.
Therefore, episode 40, "My Last Words," features the clash between Yoruichi Shihōin and Askin Nakk Le Vaar, bringing never-before-seen scenes. Kira also returns to the battlefield, facing powerful enemies and altering the course of the conflict.
Finally, Part 4 promises a grand conclusion, with possible changes to the ending of the original story thanks to exclusive scenes.
Source: Official Website
