Bleach Episode 201 May 2026

The battle reaches a fever pitch as both combatants stop holding back. Kenpachi, who has been fighting with his power-limiting eyepatch and bells, finally faces a challenge that forces him to unleash more of his raw strength.

Unlike the more tactical battles seen with characters like Uryū or Mayuri, this is a "hacking and slashing" contest that perfectly showcases Kenpachi's "absolute monster" status.

Desperate and near death, Nnoitra releases his Zanpakutō, Santa Teresa . His resurrection form is grotesque and lethal, granting him four additional insect-like arms (for a total of six), each wielding a scythe-like blade. Bleach Episode 201

The episode is praised for its strong framing and dramatic tension, particularly during Nnoitra's transformation sequence.

Watch the intense showdown and Nnoitra's lethal transformation in these episode highlights: The battle reaches a fever pitch as both

Reviewers and fans often highlight this episode for its pure, visceral action and the dynamic between two "monsters" who simply live to fight.

In a major turning point, Nnoitra accidentally knocks off Kenpachi’s eyepatch while aiming for his eye. This releases Kenpachi’s suppressed spiritual pressure, allowing him to overwhelm Nnoitra and deliver a massive, seemingly fatal slash. Desperate and near death, Nnoitra releases his Zanpakutō,

Just as Kenpachi thinks he has the upper hand again, Nnoitra reveals he can grow even more arms. The episode ends on a massive cliffhanger with Nnoitra surprising Kenpachi by piercing him with his multiple limbs. Why It Stands Out