Bleach 164
Bleach 164 – The 20-Second Offense And Defense- With Renji’s help, Uryū maneuvers Szayel into a trap, catching him in a massive explosion. Though the trap is very damaging, it fails to kill Szayel. By eating one of his subordinates, Szayel is completely healed. However, rather than retaliate, he leaves, wanting to replace his damaged clothing and to allow Renji and Uryū formulate a new plan. Meanwhile, Grimmjow brings Orihime to Ichigo, wanting him healed so their battle will be a fair one. Before she can finish her work, however, Ulquiorra arrives.
Bleach 163
Bleach 163 – Shinigami And Quincy, The Battle With Madness- Orihime is rescued from Loly and Menoly by Grimmjow as repayment for Orihime restoring his arm. He tells Orihime that he needs her help, and takes her with him. Meanwhile, Uryū finds that his arrival was expected by Szayel Aporro, and his attacks are useless against both the Espada and his minions. Renji saves Uryū from a fatal blow, and the two prepare to work together to take down their common foe.
Bleach 162
Bleach 162 – Szayel Aporro Laughs, The Net Trapping Renji Is Complete- Even after using his most powerful attacks, Ichigo proves to be no match for Ulquiorra. Ichigo, however, refuses to give up, believing Ulquiorra to be the top-ranked Espada. Ulquiorra reveals his “4″ tattoo, proving otherwise, and stabs Ichigo in the chest. He leaves Ichigo to either escape or die. Meanwhile, Orihime is confronted by Loly and Menoly, two female arrancar out for revenge since Aizen favors Orihime over them. Finally, Renji is granted a reprieve from when Uryū steps in.
Bleach 161
Bleach 161 – The Cruel Arrancar, Ulquiorra’s Provocation- Szayel Aporro explains to Renji that the room they are in has nullified his bankai. He reveals that he gathered the data using parasites stored in the body of his older brother, Yylfordt Granz. With only his shikai, Renji cannot manage to harm Szayel. Meanwhile, Ulquiorra appears before Ichigo to inform him of Rukia’s death. Ichigo attempts to leave, but Ulquiorra goads him into fighting by revealing that it was he who forced Orihime to Hueco Mundo. Ichigo decides to end the fight quickly by using his bankai.