When Is Bleach Coming Back In 2021
Okay, let's be real. We've all been wondering: When exactly is Bleach coming back? We were teased with a 2021 release. But then...silence.
Seriously, 2021 came and went. It felt like Aizen planned it himself. Did someone use a Hogyoku to warp time?
The Case of the Missing Premiere Date
The hype was real! The Thousand-Year Blood War arc, animated! Everyone was buzzing.
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So, Where Did We Go Wrong?
Did we upset the Soul Society? Maybe we didn't leave enough snacks for Kon? These are important questions!
I have a theory. Maybe Studio Pierrot was perfecting Ichigo's bankai. We all know that animation needs to be chef's kiss perfect.
Perhaps they were worried about topping the original run. No pressure, right? Just one of the most beloved anime of all time.
My (Possibly Unpopular) Opinion
Here's the thing. I think the delay actually helped Bleach. Hear me out!
The longer they took, the higher the expectations soared. Think of it as slow-cooking a delicious, hollow-shaped arrancar stew.
The anticipation became part of the experience. We became even more invested. Like Rukia trying to teach Ichigo about Shinigami stuff.
But Seriously, Though...
Okay, all joking aside. The delay likely came down to a number of factors.
Animation takes time. Especially when you're dealing with epic battles and intricate swordplay.
Plus, the pandemic probably threw a wrench in things. Remember when toilet paper was more valuable than Zanpakuto?
The Ultimate Payoff (Hopefully)
The good news? Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War did eventually arrive. And it was glorious.
The animation? Stunning. The battles? Epic. Ichigo's screaming? Still gives me chills.
It proved that sometimes, the best things are worth waiting for. Even if that wait feels like a thousand years.
We finally got to see some of our favorite characters return. And the new ones are just as awesome. (Except maybe Yhwach. He's kinda a jerk.)
It showed that Bleach still had the power to surprise us. To make us laugh, cry, and cheer. To make us feel like we were part of the Soul Society ourselves.
Final Thoughts
So, was the wait for Bleach in 2021 frustrating? Absolutely. But was it worth it in the end? I think so.
Maybe the real Bleach was the friends we made along the way...and the memes we shared while waiting.
Now, if you'll excuse me, I'm going to go rewatch the entire series. Again. For the tenth time. Because Bleach is life.
And remember: "When you aim for the top, you're bound to get delayed a little." - Probably Aizen
