Worst shinigami in Bleach, ranked

It cannot be denied that the shinigami Whitening they are in a class of their own, boasting incredible levels of power that allow them to tackle massive threats and save both the living world and Soul Society by any means necessary. From powerful Bankai that give them the strength they need to fight tough enemies, to Kido spells that compensate for any lack of physical strength to even the odds, the shinigami in the series can find numerous ways to wipe out their enemies.

However, there are times when some shinigami fail to make a lasting impression, despite appearing as impressive as they appeared. Some of these weaker characters barely get a chance to show off their skills and are relegated to the sidelines, while others are given plenty of time to improve their skills but come up short anyway. It's a crying shame and shows the problem with power-ups and character bloat that plagued Tite Kubo in Whitening often.

5 Renji Abarai

Get a throwaway victory during the Thousand Year Blood War after losing over and over again

• Debut: Kon's grand plan (Episode 15)

Truth be told, Renji is powerful enough to give most opponents a run for their money, especially after reforming his Shikai under the close watch of Division Zero. However, what establishes Renji as a weak character is that he always choked in fights that mattered, almost holding his own only to be humiliated and eliminated to make his opponent look stronger. The fact that he only won one fight is significant overall Whitening is proof of this.

His win against Mask de Masculine is the only one fans remember, making it almost seem like a consolation prize of sorts. In reality, Renji has lost so many high profiles that it's hard to believe that the Gotei 13 would rely on him when the situation calls for it. In an objective ranking, this shinigami would rank higher than most of his compatriots, but for a character who gets an incredible amount of screen time, the lack of personality and power he has repeatedly displayed makes Renji a of the most frustrating characters he witnesses. on the screen.

4 Sui-Feng

He fails to live up to his potential throughout the series

• Debut: Assemble! Goths 13 (Episode 24)

Despite seeming like a madman who can't get over herself at the beginning of Soul Society, Sui-Feng eventually establishes herself as an engaging character who used to love Yoruichi before she was blindsided by her apparent betrayal. In an arc full of amazing moments, Sui-Feng and her former mentor put on a clinic, raising both characters in an arc that is full of these moments. So it's really sad to see this character's potential fall off a cliff in the wake of this battle.

Her victories are hollow and come against unimpressive opposition, while the rest of the Soul Society shinigami prove themselves against tougher opposition and secure the W at all costs. Despite her explosive Bankai being unique in a series full of eccentric powers, Sui-Feng fails to live up to her character's promise and ends up being just another fighter languishing in the background while other main characters and secondaries steal the spotlight with their powers. and again. It is downright criminal that she is somehow considered worthy enough to lead Gota 13's 2nd Division.

3 Isane Kotetsu

• Debut: Push your limits! (Episode 45)

One of the most forgettable shinigami in Soul Society, Isane has no time to make an impression. She is scornfully defeated by Ichigo during Rukia's execution and becomes a background character who lets her emotions get the best of her. The fact that she does not defeat any enemies in Whitening it's a shame and highlights Kubo's problems when it comes to writing women into his magnum opus.

Despite having an unremarkable Shikai and no Bankai to speak of, she somehow rises through the ranks to become the Captain of the 4th Division. It's a rank reserved for a top shinigami who boasts a ton of strength, so it's downright laughable that someone as unqualified as Isane has gotten this spot.

2 Kokichiro Takezoe

Hardly anything to note about this weak character

• Debut: the avengers (Episode 47)

A big problem with Whitening rearing its ugly head again and again is the inclusion of unnecessary characters with little or no relevance to the plot. This only adds to the bloat of a series that fails to give some of its major supporting characters the development they need to be memorable. As a result, shinigami like Kokichiro Takezoe fade into the background after a pointless debut that adds nothing to the show or their character.

He serves under Captain Hitsugaya and makes a fleeting appearance to announce that Renji, Momo, and Izuru have escaped from their cells. The fact that this is the only time he shows his face on screen makes it clear that he has no remarkable powers to speak of, to the point where the entire series could have progressed as usual without this character.

1 Torue

A member of the Shinigami Research and Development Institute with no power to boast of

• Debut: Fierce battle conclusion! Launch, the final Getsuga Tensho! (Episode 309)

Fan service is a bane of the anime industry, making fans feel embarrassed to be invested in this entertainment medium and Whitening is no exception here. Many of the women in this series are poorly written, some boasting curvy figures or revealing clothing just to appeal to the lowest common denominator. The fact that such a shinigami was created out of nowhere just to serve as a reference point for a creepy gag shows the depraved thought process behind their existence.

During a gag sequence, a member of the Shinigami Research and Development Institute named Torue discovers that Kon has passed out in the fake city of Karakura. Her voluptuousness causes this Mod Soul to lose its balls, only to be eliminated and captured in such a tasteless manner that fans can't help but wonder why Torue had to make an appearance in the first place. Taking out a Mod Soul is a largely unimpressive feat, and the fact that she's a researcher makes one assume that this shinigami is nothing more than a liability in battle.