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Of all the burning mysteries and unresolved questions, Aizen’s Bankai inBleachis one of them. For decades, fans have been wondering about his abilities. His Shikai allows him to wield immeasurable power through the use of illusions.
Kyoka Suigetsu is by far one of the strongest abilities in the series. But what truly vexes fans is the full extent of his abilities, including Bankai. Several theories have posited the true extent of his powers, which may have a caveat to them.
Of all the speculations, his Bankai, being a double-edged sword, makes sense. The duality of it could be the reason he never unleashes it. The theory also ties in well with his precognition, especially for the Soul King.
Aizen’s Bankai is a double-edged sword according to this theory
Apart from being a cold and calculating villain,Sōsuke Aizenis one of the most formidable Soul Reapers in the series. His scheming persona, coupled with his wit and combat prowess, is what makes him lethal in most aspects.
To top it off, his Shikai is enough to incapacitate foes through its formidability. The Kyouka Suigetsu isn’t just a mere aesthetic catchphrase but holds potency in its ability to shatter perception. It also ties in well with the character’s manipulative nature.
But that is not all, considering the speculations around hisBankai. His Shikai can create illusions capable of clouding judgment. It is daunting in its ability to control all five senses. The wielder was able to outmaneuver his foes through this very ability.
Surprisingly, theories suggest that his Bankai may have a broken ability that can counter his Shikai. Hence, throughout the series, his powers haven’t been fully explored. However, fans are made aware of the fact that his Bankai holds a bigger purpose.
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While hisability counters his Shikai, it might be the possible reason behind him mapping Reio’s origins. Since his Shikai creates illusions, fans deemed his Bankai to be contradictory. This could also tie well with his intensive knowledge of the three realms.
This also adds to the plausibility of him exploring Hueco Mundo. His knowledge about the Reio and the three realms seems plausible because of his truth-seeking Bankai. Additionally, this only makes the Reio’s origins murkier.
Soul King and his murky origins inBleach
From what we know so far, Soul King sits atop the panopticon and oversees the three realms. As a being who holds immeasurable power, he played an important role in creating the three realms. Not much is known of him except that he has the status of a god in Seireitei.
After being usurped, his remains were absorbed by Yhwach to create a new order. Reio’s abilities and his existence remain mostly shrouded in mystery. However, there are several speculations and theories tied to it.
The most common theory about Reio inBleachis Ichigo’s ties to the being. The hero possesses Fullbringer, Shinigami, Quincy, and Hollow powers. This made him a perfect candidate for the being’s vessel. His possession of 5 pupils hinted at him being the next Soul King.
His Quincy, Shinigami, Hollow, and Fullbringer powers make him god-tier level in most aspects. While Ichigo’s connection to Reio might seem strange, it seems plausible considering the former is the perfect vessel for the latter.
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Though Reio is one of the most powerful beings in the series, Kubo has yet to explore his true history in terms of his origins.
Bleachis available for streaming on Crunchyroll. The manga is available for reading on Viz Media.
Himanshi Jeswani
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Himanshi Jeswani is an anime writer at Fandomwire, with her work spanning over 900 articles. Her articles cover shojo, shonen, seinen, and all things beyond. Her interests, however, aren’t limited to simply anime. She has a penchant for exploring different genres of manga, be it horror, yanki, music, and food. She brings out her specialization and expertise in the performing arts through her articles. As a writer, she strives to bridge the gap between the viewers and the medium itself. To her, anime is a revolutionary medium that is capable of creating communities and stories after all.
