In this episode Lethan and Nomi discuss how Ichigo is a terrible wingman... but how brilliant he is at knocking Aizen down a peg or two, as well as our hearts BREAKING over Gin and Rangiku!!! Manga Chapters: 411. Deicide 13  412. Deicide 14   413. Deicide 15  Start of Volume 48  414. Deicide 16  415. Deicide 17   416. Deicide 18 (The End)  417. Deicide 19  418. Deicide 20 Podcast Socials: Twitter: @TSeireitei Instagram: TheSeireitei Nomi: Nomi: Ao3:...

This week, Del and Nomi have the rare and exciting opportunity to actually delve into the Dangai! Tune to hear what our intrepid hosts have to say about the differences between Aizen and Urahara, the relationship between Ichigo and Isshin, and speculations about Gin and his zanpakuto. Plus - justice for Tatsuki!! Manga Chapters  300, "Urahara Appears! Stop Aizen!"  402: Deicide 4  403: Deicide 5  404: Deicide 6  301, "Ichigo Loses His Fighting Spirit!? Gin's Expectation!"  405. Deicide...

On this week's episode, Lethan and Del discuss Kubo's soft worldbuilding, Aizen's manipulations and machinations, the true potential of the Hogyoku, and the tragedy of Wonderweiss. Del agrees with Head Captain Yamamoto for once! Lethan offers some clutch insights into Ichigo's power-scaling! Also: welcome to the podcast. We're idiots, but we're your idiots.  Anime Episodes:  294, "Impossible to Attack? The Sealed Genryūsai!"  295, "It's All A Trap...Engineered Bonds!"  296, "The...

This week, both fights and feels heat up! Del and Nomi fansoul about Shinji's shikai reveal (and discover that they share a pretty specific Shinji headcanon?!), speculate about Aizen's powers of persuasion, and lament the tragic end to the friendship between Captain Komamura and former Captain Tosen. Rest in ploosh, Kaname. Manga Chapters 291, "Desperate Struggle with Aizen! Hirako, Shikai!"  386. Bells are Blue (Mijues the first seven pages)  387. Ignited  292, "All Out War! Aizen vs....

Just when you all thought we couldn't sink any lower, Nomi and Lethan deliver the Seireitei's most delightfully explicit podcast episode yet. In a discussion worthy of both gasps and facepalms, our intrepid hosts discuss everything from the anime's attention to detail (or lack thereof) when it comes to character proportions, the various lieutenants' relationships to the Captains who betrayed them, and the nuanced insights we get into Unohana's healing kidou. Also - happy birthday,...

Lethan and Nomi discuss Aizen stabbing folk in the back, the little blue pills people take for their gigai, and how awesome Unohana is as a character. Manga Chapters:  376. Execution, Extinction 2  377. Shout at the Dark 378. Eyes of the Victor (First five pages) ~Start of Volume 44~~ 378. Eyes of the Victor  379. Falta de Armonia  - Untitled in Weekly Shonen Jump 380. Devil, Devil, Devil, Devil  LethanWolf: Fanfiction net & Ao3: @LethanWolf Nomi: Ao3:...

This week, Del and Nomi dive in to some heavy-hitting questions. Just how lonely is Starrk? Who knew Kyōraku had such a ruthless streak? And who knew Hachi could kick so much ass?! Who knew Urahara Kisuke could pack such a punch to the plot without even being present on the battlefield??! Manga Chapters 281, "Crown of Lies, Baraggan's Grudge"  370. Discussing Life from a God’s Perspetive  371. Kingdom of Hollows  282, "Power of the Soul! Los Lobos, Attack!"   372. The Metal Cudgel...

In this week's episode, Lethan and Nomi discuss what tea the Visords bribed Sasakibe with to gain entrance to the battle! As well as their introduction & interaction with other characters, the fact Ukitake went down so easily, and Kyoraku vs Starrk! Manga Chapters: 363. SuperChunky from Hell 364. Grinning Revengers 365. Whose side are we on 366. The Revenger’s High 367. Your enemy is my enemy Start of Volume 43 368 - The Fearless Child 369 - Spit on your own...

This week, Del and Nomi talk about Barragan's legitimately scary release, Soi Fon's huge, flashy bankai, and the ongoing scuffle between lone wolf Starrk and everyone's favorite flirtatious husbando, Kyōraku. (For the record, Ukitake can jump in and defend us anytime, because we on this podcast definitely don't have any pride.) Manga Chapters 275, "The Approaching Breath of Death, the King Who Rules Over Death!"  359 - The Frozen Obelisk (Only the first 8 pages)  356 - Tyrant of...

In this week's episode, Del and Lethan debate the Espadas' links to death, whether or not gentei kaijo needed to be mentioned, and how Aizen runs his TikTok account. What colour is your vibe? Let us know!!  Del: Tumblr: @sonnets-and-snowdrops AO3: sonnets_and_snowdrops LethanWolf: Fanfiction net & Ao3: @LethanWolf Stardust Shower / Del's recommendation: https://rainfestive.tumblr.com/post/681067898749452288/momo-sketch-and-another-hitsuhina-doodle-i-love Abaddon Production...

In this week's episode, Del, Lethan, and Nomi discuss how good Rukia is in a fight, as well as the stunning animation of the Ulquiorra vs. Ichigo fight. Buckle up, homies!!! It's time for dinner. I shouldn't be allowed to write these descriptions... Manga Chapter:  343 - The Greed/Gluttony (last four pages)  344 - The Pride   345 - The Sloth   346 - The Wrath  347 - The Lust  348 - The Lust 2   349 The Lust 3  Start of Volume 41  350 - The Lust 4  351 - The Lust 5 Del:...

In this week's episode, Lethan & Nomi discuss Bleach's toxic relationship with recap and filler. But it balances nicely with Orihime and Uryu's hero moments in these episodes! So, they also fansoul over that too... Podcast Socials: Twitter: @TSeireitei Instagram: TheSeireitei Nomi: Ao3: Chaotic_Dreamer Discord: Nooms#0806 LethanWolf: Fanfiction net & Ao3: LethanWolf TEN0u0 / Nomi's recommendation:...

This week, Del and Nomi talk about Momo's incredible kidou abilities, Yamamoto's redeeming qualities, and some striking anime and manga differences that really up the stakes in this high-octane battle! Manga Chapters  224, "3 vs. 1 Battle! Rangiku's Crisis"  333. Ash and Salamander (last six pages)  334. Dregs of Hypnoisis  335. Chimaera Chord  225, "All Lieutenants Annihilated! The Terrifying Demonic Beast"  336. El Verdugo  337. Hall in your inferno  226, "Fierce Fighting...

In this weeks episode, Lethan and Nomi discuss the Arrancar petting zoo, the fact that the Bleach filler had the audacity to revive a character for a fight and the relationships between Toshiro and Rangiku as well as several of the other characters. Anime chapters: 328. The knuckle debate (Last 4 pages)   329. Raging Rampage   330. Crossing Swords   331. Don't believe the hide   332. Stingy Stinger / Fang & Sting   333. Ash and Salamander Podcast Socials: Twitter:...

In which Lethan and Nomi discuss the three big battles, the enemies no one really cares for and Shuuhei, Izuru and Yumichika's powers! 328. The Knuckle Debate (Last ¼)  329. Raging Rampage  330. Crossing Swords   331. Don’t believe the hide Start of Volume 39 332. Stingy Stinger (Volume) Fang and Sting (Weekly) (1/5th)   332. Stingy Stinger (4/5th)  333. Ash and Salamander (½) Podcast Socials: Twitter: @TSeireitei Instagram: TheSeireitei Nomi: Ao3: Chaotic_Dreamer Discord:...

In which Lethan and Nomi speculate about Yumichika's taunting, unpack what Ulquiorra might think about what "heart" means, and entertain the notion of a royal family. Also, Toshiro has pretty eyes.  Manga Chapters 215, "Defend Karakura Town! Entire Appearance of the Shinigami"  316. Swang the Edge Down  317. Six Hearts will Beat As One  216, "Elite! The Four Shinigami"  318. Five Towers/Four Pillars  319. Ants and Dragons  217, "Beautiful Little Devil Charlotte"  320. Beauty is So...

...and just like that, the pendulum swings forward again. This week, Nomi, Lethan, and Del dive into the second half of this heart-wrenching mini-arc.  Manga Chapters 210, "Hiyori dies? The Beginning of Tragedy"  -103. Turn Back the Pendulum 6 (last 4 pages)  -102. Turn Back the Pendulum 7  -101. Turn Back the Pendulum 8  211, "Betrayal! Aizen's Secret Maneuvers"  -1-100.  Turn Back the Pendulum 9  -99. Turn Back the Pendulum 10  212, "Rescue Hirako! Aizen vs. Urahara"  -98.  Turn...

At long last, it's a blast into the past! Nomi, Lethan, and Del finally get to fan-soul about this thrilling peek into the histories of Kisuke, Shinji, Aizen, and a few other familiar faces. Also included: far too many Disney references, thoughts on Kyouraku's ass, and some spicy takes about nobility in the Seireitei. Manga Chapters 206, "The Past Chapter Begins! The Truth from 110 Years Ago" *Expansion on Canon  Start of Volume 36  -108. Turn Back the Pendulum  207, "12th Division's New...

Why does Nnoitra want to be the strongest? What was it like for Kenpachi to get acclimated to practices and protocols in the Gotei? This week, Nomi and Shiki take a Kenny-like stab at answering these pivotal questions! Also: Aizen is a huge troll, Orihime deserves better, and chess sucks. Manga Chapters 201, "Nnoitra Released! Multiplying Arms"  Continuation of 308: Satan from Orbit  309: Pray for the Mantis  310: Four Arms to Killing You.  202, "Fierce Fighting Conclusion! Who's the...

All across Las Noches, fights are ramping up! This week, Del and Nomi dive in deep and discuss just what makes these fights so compelling, whether it's big bro Byakuya's takedown of Zommari, or Kenpachi's showdown with Nnoitra, or Mayuri's epic clash of scientific genius with Szayelaporro Granz.  Manga Chapters 198 "The Two Scientists, Mayuri's Trap"  302. Pride of the Blade  303. Dumdum-Dummy-Dumbstruck  199, "Holy Birth, the Resurrected Szayelaporro"  304. Battle of the...

...and Urahara, doing some shady favors in the background? Huh. Who knew?  This week, Del and Nomi speculate about Head Captain Yamamoto's strategic tactics (and his moral ambiguities), and they break down the fight between Byakuya (who finally got the "be a good older brother" memo) and Seventh Espada Zommari Rureaux (whose powers are almost cool).  Manga Chapters  196, “Joining the Battle! The Strongest Shinigami Army Appears"  298. Intruderz 3  299. The Verbal Warfare  197,...

Which Espada is the biggest a*****e? Which fracciones are the most powerful? What do hollow masks really mean? How long has Aizen been hanging out in Hueco Mundo? Is Byakuya really the kind of guy who sends people fruit baskets? Who the heck is on the cover of manga volume 34, King of the Kill? Tune in this week to hear Del and Nomi ask (and occasionally answer) all of these questions, and more!  Manga Chapters 193, "Irresistible, Puppet Show of Terror"  292. Rupture My Replica  293. Urge...

...or do we?! Tune in this week to hear what Del and Nomi have to say about Aizen's kingly ambitions, Nnoitra's ruthless fighting style, and Nel's extraordinary transformation. Also, thoughts and feelings on censorship are expressed. Seriously - why is episode 192 called that, and why doesn't the anime tell us where Szayel's hollow hole is? A truly LEWD-icrous double standard! Manga chapters:  190, "Hueco Mundo Chapter, Restart!"  286 - Guillotine you Standing (End) ~End of Volume...

It's Ichigo vs. Grimmjow! Nomi and Del get their claws into this epic showdown, and along the way, they talk about Orihime's awesome power, and, of course, Tier Halibel's iconic all-female harem. (P.S. Okay, Yama-jii, let's get you to bed.)  Manga chapters:  165, "Murderous Intent! The Joyful Grimmjow"  278. Heal for the Crash ~End of Volume 31~  279. Jugulators  280. Jugulators 2  166, "Desperate Effort vs. Desperate Effort! The Hollowfied Ichigo"  281. The Vulgarian Noise  282. The...

Arrancars abound! In this week's episode, Del and Nomi dive into Ichigo's confrontation with Ulquiorra, Orihime's unfortunate encounter with Loly and Menoly (and subsequent healing hangout, courtesy of none other than Grimmjow). We also discuss the beginning of the showdown between iconic red-and-white duo Uryuu and Renji and the pristine, pink-haired Octava, Szayelaporro Granz. Manga chapters: 161, "The Cruel Arrancar, Ulquiorra's Provocation" 265 Bang the Bore (pages 10 -...