Containing volumes 1, 2 and 3 of Bleach! Ichigo Kurosaki has always been able to see ghosts, but this ability doesn't change his life nearly as much as his close encounter with Rukia Kuchiki, a Soul Reaper and member of the mysterious Soul Society. While fighting a Hollow, an evil spirit that preys on humans who display psychic energy, Rukia attempts to lend Ichigo some of her powers so that he can save his family; but much to her surprise, Ichigo...

Ichigo, Chad, and Uryu are determined to rescue Orihime from Aizen's vile machinations. The would-be heroes must first pass Tre Cifras--the land of the disgraced Arrancars, who see destroying Ichigo and his friends as a way to redeem their honor.

With his training not working out, Ichigo returns to the world of the living and runs into his father, Isshin, who reveals secrets about his mother and the way she died.

With the Quincy raiders making their way through the Soul Reaper royal palace, intent on taking down the Soul King and destroying the society once and for all, Ichigo and his allies wield a secret weapon that could turn the tide.

As Kyoraku faces his own demons, Mayuri contends with the monstrous Pernida, and Mayuri's daughter, Nemu, joins the clash.

"With Ichigo trapped in Hueco Mundo, the Soul Society comes under attack by a mysterious group of warriors calling themselves the Vandenreich. The Soul Reaper captains valiantly stand up to the invaders, but this is a battle they might not be able to win!" -- Publisher's web page.

Ichigo defeats Ikkaku and discovers where Rukia is being detained before her execution. Meanwhile, Ganju is having more difficulty with his opponent, and Ury¡u finally has an opportunity to prove how much more powerful he has become.

Ichigo and company are one step closer to saving Rukia from the Soul Society, but for their plan to work, Ichigo must control the spiritual energy that wells within him. Meanwhile, the Soul Society dispatches a delegation to "welcome" their visitors.