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In the sixteenth episode of the anime, titled " Encounter: Abarai Renji! " (阿散井恋次、見参!, Abarai Renji, Kenzan! ), the story shifts from casual Hollow hunting to a high-stakes confrontation with the Soul Society. Plot Overview
: Renji unleashes his Zanpakutō's Shikai form, Zabimaru —a segmented, whip-like blade—severely wounding Ichigo. (Dub) 16 : Encounter: Abarai Renji!
: Two powerful Soul Reapers from the 6th Division—Lieutenant Renji Abarai and Captain Byakuya Kuchiki (Rukia's brother)—arrive in the Human World to arrest her for the capital crime of transferring her powers to a human. In the sixteenth episode of the anime, titled
: Despite his raw power, Ichigo is easily outclassed by Renji's superior combat experience and speed. Plot Overview : Renji unleashes his Zanpakutō's Shikai
: Uryū Ishida attempts to defend Rukia but is quickly defeated and nearly killed by Renji.
: Shows his loyalty to Rukia despite their different backgrounds.
: Ichigo arrives in his Soul Reaper form just in time to save Uryū. Renji is initially shocked by the massive size of Ichigo's Zanpakutō, which signifies a high level of spiritual power. Major Battle & Developments