"The final battle nears, and it will require every ounce of strength Ichigo and his friends have to win against an omnipotent enemy. If they win, it means the end of the millennium-long war between the Quincies and the Soul Reapers. If they lose . . ."--Back cover.
Rukia lends Ichigo some of her powers so he can save his family, but Ichigo takes all of her energy and now it is his responsibility to protect the innocent from Hollows, an evil spirit that preys upon humans.
The Soul Reapers continue to look for a defense against Barragan's abilities in the battle with Aizen's Espadas, while Shunshui uses every trick he has to compete against Stark.
As the great battle reaches its climax, Captain General Yamamoto of the Soul Society reveals his true powers for the first time, but it may not be enough to stop Aizen, who has entered the battle.
As old friends Tosen and Komamura battle it out, Tosen's new powers are revealed, but they may be too much for the Soul Reapers. When Hirako reveals his Bankai, everyone wonders if he will be able to turn the tables on Aizen.