Bleach is one of the most popular shonen anime of all time, whose protagonist goes from being a humble replacement Shinigami who barely understood how Soul Society works to becoming one of the strongest fighters around, winning the hearts of many with his dogged determination and zeal to protect. people. Ichigo may not be the best written main character, but he manages to engage the audience with his presence.
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It's clear that Tite Kubo loves his character designs, and you only have to look at Ichigo's numerous outfits to see how fashionable this protagonist has been throughout the series. Kubo somehow modified the simple design of the robe several times to give Ichigo a unique look that makes him look iconic no matter how many times his outfit changes.
5 Ichigo's Oken Clothing
It makes him look like a wandering swordsman
- First look: A star without a head (Episode 387)
After training under the watchful eye of Division Zero, Ichigo learned the true nature of his Shikai and gained the means to once again fight his enemies. However, while he was retrieving his Shikai, the Seireitei were attacked by Quincy. This meant that Ichigo had to find the fastest possible way to get down from the Soul King Palace to this battle arena, which was easier said than done due to the 72 barriers that were meant to protect the palace.
So the Royal Guard gave Ichigo the means to reach the Seireitei by giving him the Oken Garment, which allowed him to descend from the palace to the battle site in an instant. There's no denying that he looks amazing in this one-of-a-kind outfit, even if he barely lasts an episode before Liltotto, Bambietta, and Candice blast him to pieces. To make matters worse, the holes created in these barriers allowed Yhwach to break into the Soul King's palace and confront the royal guard with the Sternritter.
4 Initial outing as a replacement shinigami
A classic outfit that suits Ichigo well
- First look: The day I became a Shinigami (episode 1)
The first episode Bleach is a rollercoaster where both the viewer and the protagonist learn about the existence of shinigami and spirits that threaten people with their malevolence. After Rukia is pinned to the ropes by a powerful Hollow, Ichigo steps in to save the day and manifests a Zanpakuto that allows him to remove the Hollow and become a replacement Shinigami.
His Shikai may later change after being humiliated by Renji and Byakuya, but his outfit remains consistent until the arrival of the Millennium Blood War. It's a classic look that may be overstaying its welcome, but Ichigo ends up donning a different set of clothes in the final arc. It's a melancholy farewell to Ichigo's old Substitute Shinigami outfit, but fans will never forget the simple black robe with white highlights that became such an iconic part of his look.
3 Ichigo after unlocking his true Shikai
A much needed glow after his initial outfit wore out
- First look: March of the Zombies (Episode 388)
After Haschwalth breaks his Bankai, Ichigo undergoes extreme training at the hands of Division Zero to learn his Shikai's true name. It's a powerful moment in the series that leads to the protagonist getting a dual-wielding Zanpakuto that looks awesome, but it doesn't end there. Along with this new weapon, Ichigo dons another set of clothes to enhance his look and give him some much needed fashion flair.
His black robes now feature more prominent white hues, giving him makeshift holsters in which to stow away his blade in style. The look is completed with red shoulder pads that match his appearance perfectly and give Ichigo's appearance a sense of power. He was serious about his Shikai, setting it on a collision course with Yhwach as the two revealed their amazing abilities.
2 Getsuga Tensho Finals
It makes him look like a completely different being
- First look: A hard fight The conclusion! Release, the last Getsuga Tensho! (Episode 309)
Aizen is one of the strongest villains Bleachwith his incredible powers augmented by the Hogyoku enabled transformation. On his way to confront this insurmountable foe, Isshin makes it clear to his son that there is no way he can achieve victory in his current state. He needed to do something amazing to turn the tide against Aizen, and the slow flow of time in Dangai gave them the perfect opportunity to train for this encounter.
After a long period of intense training, Ichigo emerges from Dangai a changed man. Not only is he able to humiliate Aizen and force him to bend to his will, but the protagonist also reveals a new version of the Getsuga Tensho that supposedly destroys Aizen. It's a flamboyant claim made believable by Ichigo's transformation as he unleashes the ultimate version of the Getsuga Tensho, which undergoes a transformation that makes him look as terrifying as they come. His hair grows to ridiculous levels, his body is covered in gray bandages, and his aura pulses with the power of the Getsuga Tensho. In this form, he unleashes Mugetsu, a powerful technique that takes out Aizen at the cost of Ichigo's powers.
1 Transforms after using your first Bankai
A look that fans will never tire of
- First look: Release! Black blade, miraculous power (episode 58)
The appeal of Bankai is talked about again and again throughout the Soul Society arc. Ichigo needed to master this move to stand a chance against Byakuya during their rematch. Under Urahara's watchful eye, the replacement Shinigami beat the odds and achieved his Bankai in three measly days, a ridiculously short amount of time. Watching Byakuya's surprise as Ichigo performs this transformation is a treat to the eyes, partly due to Ichigo's stunning appearance in this state.
Along with a modest black katana that looks sleek yet terrifying, Ichigo's outfit changes to a red-lined black robe that makes him look as terrifying as they come. Byakuya comments on how pathetic this Bankai looks, only to be taken aback by the strength of his opponent as Ichigo pushes him back with the sheer force of this transformation. It's an incredible look that fans will never tire of, letting Ichigo fight the toughest enemies with this power-up to great effect.
