As the day of Rukia Kuchiki's execution arrives, various groups around the Seireitei move out and clash with one another.

Ichigo learns that he is the child born of a Soul Reaper and a Quincy. Finally understanding the truth behind his heritage, Ichigo decides to return to Hoohden with a renewed resolve to finish what he has started.

Ichigo and his friends hurry to the Reio Greater Palace to stop Yhwach.