BLEACH: Who is Kazui Kurosaki?

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Key Takeaways

  • Kazui Kurosaki is Ichigo’s son, a human with Shinigami powers, resembling his father but with unique abilities.
  • Kazui’s Zanpakutо̄ and Shinigami powers may stem from his Fullbringer lineage, granting him rejection abilities.
  • Kazui’s personality is characterized by unyielding cheerfulness, curiosity, and an innate ability to interact fearlessly with spirits.

As a long-time fan of BLEACH who has witnessed the growth and evolution of its characters since its inception, I can confidently say that Kazui Kurosaki is undoubtedly the most intriguing addition to the series yet. His introduction in chapter 686 was not just a sweet endnote to the epic Thousand-Year Blood War arc but a beacon of hope for the future of the BLEACH universe.

In the final chapter of BLEACH, titled chapter 686, we find ourselves after Ichigo’s triumph over Yhwach, concluding the Thousand-Year Blood War storyline. A decade has passed since then, and we witness the post-war scenario. This chapter presents Kazui Kurosaki, a lively 7-year-old boy, who shares his father’s distinctive orange hair, that is, Ichigo Kurosaki, our series protagonist.

Kazui Kurosaki’s introduction isn’t just a signpost for the brilliant future that emerged following the decisive battle against the Quincy invasion of Soul Society, but rather a crucial closing act that unmistakably symbolizes not only the end of the war, but also the demise of the Quincy King. So, who is Kazui Kurosaki?

The Son of Ichigo Kurosaki and Orihime Inoue

A Human With Shinigami Powers

In essence, Kazui, son of Ichigo and Orihime, is poised to become an exceptionally potent character. He has made limited appearances towards the end of the original series and in the Echoing Jaws of Hell arc one-shot. Unlike his father, he doesn’t require any external devices to manifest his Shinigami powers naturally. Born after the ten-year period following Yhwach’s defeat, Kazui resides with his parents in Karakura Town. His Shinigami form features the typical Shihakushо̄ and is often paired with his favorite hoodie. As for his Zanpakutо̄, its complete appearance remains unrevealed, but it shares color schemes and guard designs similar to Ichigo’s initial Zanpakutо̄ in the series, Tensa Zangetsu. The Manji shape of the guard mirrors that of Ichigo’s original Bankai, Tensa Zangetsu’s design. We are yet unaware of Kazui’s Zanpakutо̄’s name or abilities; however, given Ichigo’s own Shinigami heritage from his father, Isshin Kurosaki (originally Shiba), and the continued lunar themes in their Zanpakutо̄ names, it’s reasonable to speculate that Kazui’s Zanpakuto will have a moon-related name as well.

In a theory popular among fans like Redditor Zachgetsu, it’s suggested that the Shinigami abilities of the character Kazui might be an expression of a Fullbring power, with his hoodie serving as the object of affinity (he is fond of his hoodie and dislikes parting with it). His Shihakushо̄ seemingly manifests over his regular clothes. In the “Can’t Fear Your Own World” novels, it’s explained that second-generation Fullbringers are uncommon but not impossible. At the end of BLEACH, set a decade after Yhwach’s defeat, Kazui is portrayed as an energetic child who frequently visits Hiyori Sarugaki’s residence without permission. During one such visit, he comes across a remnant of Yhwach’s reiatsu and touches it, causing it to vanish. This has sparked speculation that Kazui might possess rejection abilities similar to his mother, abilities so potent they can counteract The Almighty. Moreover, his father’s Hollow aspect enables Kazui to travel between realms at will, and he can utilize Garganta for this purpose.

Personality and Temperament

There’s Nothing He Dislikes

I can’t help but see myself in young Kazui – Ichigo’s son, undeniably. Yet, unlike my tough exterior, he exudes a joyful demeanor that was a part of Ichigo before his mother’s passing. His smile mirrors the gentle cheerfulness of Orihime, and it seems her kindness is amplified in his very design. Unlike me, Kazui has an innate love for all things, viewing the world through eyes wide with innocent curiosity rather than any form of disdain. It’s truly a pleasure to witness such a pure embodiment of goodness!

As a gamer immersed in the BLEACH universe, I’m not spooked by the countless spirits I encounter; many of which I guide towards their destiny, not through a Konsо̄, but through some other supernatural force. In the one-shot No Breaths From Hell, Kazui even lays eyes on the Gates of Hell, yet his smile never faltered. It’s evident that Kazui is a character brimming with potential and could potentially revolutionize the BLEACH universe with an unheard-of power derived from his multicolored lineage. If Kubo ever decides to continue the BLEACH story with Kazui at its heart, it would undoubtedly be an intriguing journey into challenging the established “truths” in the BLEACHverse, as characters like Kazui and his father defy them.

Further reading: Zachgetsu on Reddit

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2024-10-06 20:33