: While Aizen successfully split the Soul Society's forces, the Captains' foresight in creating the fake town ensured that the civilian population remained safe while providing a terrain where they could fight at full power. Karakura Town Gathers! Aizen Versus Shinigami - Bleach Wiki
: As Aizen arrives at Karakura Town with Gin, Tosen, and the top three Espada (Starrk, Barragan, and Halibel), he discovers he has been anticipated. Captain-Commander Yamamoto and the remaining Gotei 13 Captains are waiting in a "Fake" Karakura Town . The real town was moved to the Soul Society by Kisuke Urahara's technology to prevent its destruction during the creation of the Oken (King's Key). The Battlefield Setup 203 : Aizen vs. Shinigami
: To isolate the primary threats, Yamamoto uses his Shikai, Ryujin Jakka , to trap Aizen, Gin, and Tosen in a massive pillar of fire called Jokaku Enjo . This forces the Espada to fight the remaining Captains without direct interference from Aizen for the time being. : While Aizen successfully split the Soul Society's
: The episode opens with the conclusion of the fight between Kenpachi Zaraki and the 5th Espada, Nnoitra Gilga . Kenpachi delivers a devastating final blow using both hands on his sword, leading to a flashback of Nnoitra’s past and his ultimate death in battle—his lifelong wish. This forces the Espada to fight the remaining