Amagai Vs. Ichigo — (dub) 188 : Duel!

Amagai's Bakkōtō has the ability to negate a Soul Reaper's spiritual pressure and seal their Zanpakutō. This initially renders Ichigo's Tensa Zangetsu nearly useless.

The episode delves into Amagai's motive: avenging his father, Shin'etsu Kisaragi , whom he believes was murdered by Head Captain Yamamoto. (Dub) 188 : Duel! Amagai vs. Ichigo

Ichigo gains the upper hand by using his Hollowfication . Because the Bakkōtō is designed specifically to seal Shinigami powers, it cannot negate Ichigo’s Hollow energy, allowing him to fight at full strength with his mask on. Amagai's Bakkōtō has the ability to negate a

, titled "Duel! Amagai vs. Ichigo," is a pivotal episode in the New Captain Shūsuke Amagai filler arc. It captures the peak of the battle between Ichigo Kurosaki and Shūsuke Amagai, highlighting Amagai's tragic descent into revenge and the unique mechanics of the Bakkōtō. Key Highlights of the Duel Ichigo gains the upper hand by using his Hollowfication