The conclusion of part 3 of Bleach announces Thousand-Year Blood War came in style, with a one-hour special bringing together episodes 39 and 40. Unlike the first two parts, which had 13 episodes each, this season increased the excitement with 14 episodes. Now, fans can get ready to watch the long-awaited epic conclusion of the series.
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The announcement came shortly after the airing of the last episode, accompanied by a visual teaser shared on Aniplex's official YouTube channel . The 37-second video highlights Ichigo Kurosaki in special promotional art.
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 fourth and final part is expected to be released in 2025, officially ending the story. On December 16, Tite Kubo, creator of Bleach , shared a special message about Part 4, revealed in a surprise broadcast announced on the anime's official profile on X. According to him, the last part will include entire episodes with exclusive original content.
What happens at the end of part 3 of Bleach?
The final episodes, 39 and 40, bring intense moments. Episode 39, titled “The Visible Response”, follows the Soul Reapers led by Captain Kyoraku facing Gerard Valkyrie, whose power to manifest miracles complicates the battle. Meanwhile, tension between Jugram Haschwalth and Uryu Ishida increases, with Uryu being appointed as Yhwach's successor, causing deep conflicts.
Therefore, episode 40, “My Last Words”, presents the clash between Yoruichi Shihōin and Askin Nakk Le Vaar, featuring never-before-seen scenes. Kira also returns to the battlefield, facing powerful enemies and changing the course of the conflict.
Finally, Part 4 promises a grand outcome, with possible changes to the ending of the original story thanks to exclusive scenes.
Source: Official Website
