Tite Kubo Made One Bleach Arc Entirely Because He Was “Trying to reboot and recreate” His Past Works
Tite Kubo, the author of one of the big three anime, Bleach, has successfully put out 74 tankōbon volumes between January 2002 to November 4, 2016. The mangas having sold over 130 million volumes worldwide, the unique and appealing visuals with interesting world-building, with around 14 different story arcs make Kubo’s manga and anime one of the most beloved across the globe.
Among them the Arrancar arc seems to be one of the most intense arcs in the Bleach Series. But the arc that followed right after had a whole change of setting in the story. The 46-year-old would open up on the decision during an interview.
Tite Kubo explains his thought process for The Lost Agent arc in Bleach
The Lost Agent arc in Bleach followed the highly intense Arrancar arc. The arc felt like a breath of fresh air, especially after the long drawn-out fights in the previous arc. Tite Kubo made sure to delve into Ichigo’s human life in the arc as he struggled to get back his Shinigami Powers which he had lost after his fight against Aizen.
During an interview, Tite Kubo explained the thought process behind writing The Lost Agent arc. To everyone’s surprise, The 46-year-old mangaka claimed to have actually been trying to “reboot” what he had created with Bleach over his long time writing. In the interview with Viz, Kubo stated;
“In the story arc, I was trying to reboot and recreate what I have done in Bleach up until now. In Bleach chapter one, Ichigo gained the power of a Soul Reaper. But now that he has lost his power, Ichigo must get it back. It’s like starting all over. The Lost Agent arc is important because it leads into future chapters. “
Kubo managed to give the Bleach fans an interesting story plot to follow over the years. However, what sets Bleach apart from the rest is the amazing cast of characters. Here are three characters that fans just can’t get enough of.
3 characters in Bleach that make the manga better
1. Ichigo Kurosaki: The Substitute Shinigami and the main protagonist of the show himself! Ichigo really isn’t your typical Shounen hero. His character is brash, protective of his friends, even to a hilarious degree sometimes, and struggles to balance his human life with his supernatural duties. But his unwavering determination, inner strength, and that awesome Zangetsu, which is his soul-cutting sword, make him a character you can’t help but root for.
2. Sosuke Aizen: This former Captain of the 5th Division is the epitome of the charming villain. Aizen is intelligent, charismatic, and unsettlingly polite. Given that he masterfully manipulated all those around him, makes him a formidable opponent who throws the Soul Society into chaos. Aizen’s descent from being a respected leader to a villainous mastermind is not just captivating but chilling.
3. Uryu Ishida: Ichigo’s rival and fellow protector of Karakura Town, Uryu is a Quincy, a clan of warriors who use bows and arrows to combat Hollows. He’s a prodigy with great pride in his heritage. However, despite their initial clashes, Uryu and Ichigo develop a grudging respect for each other, forming a powerful alliance against common enemies. Uryu’s sharp wit, unwavering principles, and impressive archery skills make him a valuable addition to Bleach’s hero roster.
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