Shrieker uses sound pulses to detonate "leeches" he has planted as bombs. Rukia assists Ichigo by pushing his soul out of his body using her Gokon Tekkō , allowing him to fight at full strength without the physical constraints of his human body.
Instead of the typical Konso (soul burial) process, the Gates of Hell appear to claim Shrieker. This introduces the series' concept that Zanpakutō only purify sins committed as a Hollow; sins committed as a human remain with the soul, leading to eternal damnation. Bleach Episode 5
Ichigo continues his battle against Shrieker, a Hollow who has been tormenting a young boy named Shibata for years. Shrieker uses sound pulses to detonate "leeches" he
For more detailed episode guides and character bios, you can visit the Bleach Wiki or browse the full episode list on Wikipedia . This introduces the series' concept that Zanpakutō only