Next Chapter Predictions Thread

[spacecat]

So post all your predictions and crazy theories here!

[Shannon]

Next chapter I predict Orihime and Nell try and search for Rukia. But that's guessing blindly.

[Gintoki]

Grimmjow will try to release, only to be stopped by someone again.

[mori]

grimmjaw will actually release

[Riekie]

As much as I hate to see it I think that Ichigo will get a few secs extra on his mask-limit. And who knows...maybe Grimmjow WILL release..but please don't let that be true.

I also think..well hoping more that Inoue will finally realize that watching a fight is not very helpful and that she needs to help Rukia and Sado.

[Syn]

I think GJ will release too ^^;
And Ichigo will probably have some power up in the next chapter(s). Elsewise, he's toasted :p

[NeoSapien]

Ichigo fights Grimmjow until his mask breaks. Grimmjow may or may not release. Hopefully he will. I think that he would prefer to crush Ichigo at his full power instead of sticking it out until Ichigo's mask cracks.

[gab00n]

I can see Ichigo messing up Grimmjow pretty bad making Grimmjow insanely happy. Once he feels Ichigo's killing intent is perfect he will release. He could wait until Ichigo's mask vanishes and while he is releasing Ichigo calls his mask again. I think next weeks chapter will have some nice eye candy with a bunch of crazy GT's and ceros blasting off everywhere, I can't wait.

[yanniv]

Grimmjow got what he wanted in 280. Now he will fight Ichigo to his fullest potential.

Grimmjow will release next chapter and fight Ichigo all out. Grimmjow knows he (Ichigo) has a limited amount of time with his mask on.

[Riekie]

Yeah that's true yanniv..but why pull a full release on Ichigo if he knows it will only last for a few secs? his release will last forever...I am not sure Grimmjow is willing to risk it, although he wants to fight Ichigo full power...it seems a bit...well, weird.

[yanniv]

It's his fight, Riekie. Grimmjow wants this fight badly. He will do anything to kill Ichigo.

So seeing him release while Ichigo is within his limit isn't such a bad idea.

The only thing that troubles me is if Ichigo found a way to add time to his hollow state or is he going down in flames again.

[mori]

Grimmjow will release next chapter and fight Ichigo all out. Grimmjow knows he (Ichigo) has a limited amount of time with his mask on.

yup, pretty sure that given all his talk of wanting to fight Ichigo all out Grimmjaw is going to release finally...its been long enough >___<

[Velius]

Grimm releasing mean that he is finished though. I don't think anybody want's that. So I predict a loophole happening, in which he doesn't die somehow after releasing. I also really do hope he finally releases here and we have some kind of clear cut victor either way. But I'm not holding by breath. Kubo's been the master staller recently.

[Shannon]

I wonder if someone will interrupt Grimmjaw for the umpteenth time? LMAO. He better release.

Sounds weird.

[StarryInoueSky]

I can see Ichigo asking/telling Inoue to leave with Nell so she can be safe. If Orihime leaves, Ichigo will probably go all out and Gj... maybe too. :)

[ezxx]

Ichigo's time has increased thanks to resolve...:)

Grimmjow releases, it ends in a clash like Ikkaku vs Edurado, with Ichigo barely living this time.

Then Ichigo will do Ikkaku's lucky dance after Orihime heals him...then she'll heal grimmjow :(

[Primera Espada]

I wonder if Ichigo is finally showing that extra strength that makes him stronger than ulquiorra.

I mean, to block the super cero...

If so, I could see him beating grimmjow, if he breaks his time limit.

And I can see him having orihime heal him just enough to ensure he'll live. XD

[Velius]

Some predictions:

Ichigo is somehow able to get past his 11 second limit. By either intervention from Shirosaki or a new power up.

Grimmjow will release soon.

Grimmjow will not die.

More talking.

[debbiechan]

I'm betting we'll see that scary cool Ichigo we saw fighting at the Visored camp--the one with all-body Hollow looks and the ability to regenerate.

This seems like an easy chapter to predict because it should be fight, fight, and maybe Grimmjow releasing on the last page, but you know Kubo. He could leave us dangling and go somewhere unexpected--not to Renji and Ishida, or Gin playing peeper, but Rukia? Chad?

[mori]

Grimm releasing mean that he is finished though. I don't think anybody want's that.

I do ¬__¬

this fight will be dead boring if he doesn't release which is a problem, kubo's backed himself into a bit of a corner i think.

[Gintoki]

Don't worry about Grimmjow releasing. There's still plenty of people left to interrupt him before he ends his release sentence.

[StrawberryLover]

Well I think this will be the make/break of Orihimes one sided feelings. I think it will be interesting to see how she reacts to Ichigos Hollow powers since she is the first of his friends to see them (apart from the vaizairds). I think the next chapter may show her reaction to them.

What I want to see is a flashback,mentioning or thought about Rukia from Ichigo. What would be even better would be seeing Rukia still alive. I have this bad feeling that Renjii might get to Rukia before Ichigo and this would be a disaster because I am an IchiRuki fan and I love their reunions, they are always full of emotion.

I would also like to see if Chad is okay.

[spacecat]

Well I'd hope we see Rukia and Chad finally and their current situation but realistically it will probably be more of a lecture to Ichigo about killer intent and lots of fighting while his mask is on. I still don't get why everyone thinks they are Ichigo's personal motivator.

[Syn]

Yeah I agree space, I really want to know how Chad and Rukia are doing. It's been a long time now :(
Not to mention; how much time does it take to get a new skirt? Szayel sure likes to pimp himself.
But Kubo will probably continue on the fight between Ichigo and GJ.

On a more crackish note, I'd like to see what Ulq is doing in his new dimension XD

[Geta Boshi]

I am worried about Rukia . She is in Tres Cefres while Ichi is in Espada Palace : (

[Slev]

As much as I want to see Rukia, I'm not expecting any scene changes during this fight. In a way that's good because I really don't want to see an extremely dragged out fight like SOME fights in this arc have been. *cough*szayel*cough*

[Spike]

I'm still waiting for a Grimmjow ownage, Ichigo almost dying and then a grand entrance by Shinji. If we believe enough it could come true.

[Syn]

I am worried about Rukia . She is in Tres Cefres while Ichi is in Espada Palace : (
Mmh, I was under the impression that she was in an Espada palace, since she fought Aaro. Gin changed the paths so she wouldn't have to go through Tres Cifres.

[gab00n]

I want this chapter to be all about the fight with no interruptions then we can get an update on Rukia and Chad. I would rather see Ichigo find her after his fight as that would be more dramatic. A scene change to Chad would be fine, I am sure he is still alive.

[Geta Boshi]

gab00n though that would be wonderful though KT always interupts fights even Ichi Vs Bya (SS Finale) was interupted by Shiro and many others but not as long as Szayel one

Mmh, I was under the impression that she was in an Espada palace, since she fought Aaro. Gin changed the paths so she wouldn't have to go through Tres Cifres.

Yeah true after Gin's manipulation Espada9 took Rukia with him into the Espada Palace . Even Chad is not in Cefres he broke the wall met Noi Noi . Chad mentions the sun in that chapter .

[Velius]

Yea, this one better not end the same way the other ones did, or there will be some serious backlash. Enough of the stalling already. We want some resolution between these two, one way or another.

[Stark]

Nothing will happen, because once again Kubo will give us ten pages of Ichigo and Grimmjow standing around or Renji and Ishida fighting a pointless battle that is on the fast track to nowhere.

[nightshift]

Prediction: something totally different and cool happens with Ichigo in hollow mode? If not, just super powered gestugas verses Grimmjow's released form? I really hope Kubo does something surprising...cause last couple chapters have been pretty straightforward.

Hopefully the script doesn't consist of (again)
*big energy blast*
*trash talk*
*more generic fighting*
/end

When this part of the manga gets animated its gonna be like 6 chapters to the episode...seriously, how long can Kubo draw this fight out...

[Stark]

Maybe something intresting will happen in the next arc? Nah. Actually I'm hoping for some mad Vaizard appearance.

[MCRdeathGOD]

Ichigo and Grimmjow fight, Shirosaki appears but it's still not match for Grimmjow. Their fight is interupted AGAIN!
Inoue finally comes to her senses gives up in being a cheerleader and goes to heal Chad and Rukia.
I also predict that some Captains like Toushiro come to Hueco Mundo to fight (the only reason i say this is because in the New opening you can see Toushiro and Matsumoto running though the desert, i think that Ikkaku i there also, but i can't remember)
Toushiro must also want to fight Aizen for hurting Hinamori.

Actually i really don't care what happens in this Arc, i just hope that it finishes soon.

[Mz D]

I'd really like to see this fight finish as well. Ichigo needs to win this fight and get out of there and save his fallen friends. I know we'll probably just have another chapter of fighting and talking.

[Riekie]

Ichigo and Grimmjow fight, Shirosaki appears but it's still not match for Grimmjow. Their fight is interupted AGAIN!
Inoue finally comes to her senses gives up in being a cheerleader and goes to heal Chad and Rukia.
I also predict that some Captains like Toushiro come to Hueco Mundo to fight (the only reason i say this is because in the New opening you can see Toushiro and Matsumoto running though the desert, i think that Ikkaku i there also, but i can't remember)
Toushiro must also want to fight Aizen for hurting Hinamori.

Actually i really don't care what happens in this Arc, i just hope that it finishes soon.

@ MCRdeathGOD: you don't see matsumoto and Toushirou running through the desert, you see them in a close-up following the guys who ARE in the desert. They are only shown because of what will happen soon with Luppi fighting and all.

The Anime can't possibly know if Matsumoto and Toushirou will come to Hueco Mundo because it has (probably) not been written yet.

[MCRdeathGOD]

@ MCRdeathGOD: you don't see matsumoto and Toushirou running through the desert, you see them in a close-up following the guys who ARE in the desert. They are only shown because of what will happen soon with Luppi fighting and all.

The Anime can't possibly know if Matsumoto and Toushirou will come to Hueco Mundo because it has (probably) not been written yet.


True...but anyway it was just a prediction, nothing wrong about that ^__^
I guess that i got too caught up trying to think of what might happen that i forgot that little detail ^^ But still Aizen and Hitsugaya have a debt to settle (in my opinion)

[Riekie]

hahah you're right...nothing wrong about predicting>.<

Yesh...Aizen and Hitsugaya..he sure has to pay for killing Momo (inside). Hitsu will not pass that chance of he could...although Momo asked him not to kill Aizen I think he'd sure want to..but then again...almost all of 'em want to kill Aizen even his own henchmen..atleast that's how I think about some Espada.

[MCRdeathGOD]

hahah you're right...nothing wrong about predicting>.<

Yesh...Aizen and Hitsugaya..he sure has to pay for killing Momo (inside). Hitsu will not pass that chance of he could...although Momo asked him not to kill Aizen I think he'd sure want to..but then again...almost all of 'em want to kill Aizen even his own henchmen..atleast that's how I think about some Espada.

lol, so true. Every one wants to kill Aizen maybe not Gin, or Tousen but every one else sure do. Hurting Momo was the worst thing that Aizen could have done to hurt Hitsugaya, so he must seek revenge even if Momo told him not to kill Aizen, she didn't say that Hitsugaya couldn't hurt Aizen deeply (even though Hitsugaya is no match for Aizen and probably wouldn't be able to even touch him)

I also predict that the main fight will be in Soul Society, the last Ichigo X Byakuya fight was in Soul Society, Even the last battle of the Bounto Arc was in Soul society. So i'm guessing that some how this battle between Aizen and Ichigo will be in Soul Society.

Again this is just a prediction ^__^

[Riekie]

Yeah who knows though...although I would prefer to see the final battle,may or may it not be between Aizen and Ichigo, be in Karakura. Somehow I feel and think it's the perfect setting..but so is Hueco Mundo and so is the King's Realm..I'd really like to see it taking place in one of those 3 settings>.<

yeah..and true. Hitsu does not stand a chance against Aizen but that's common knowledge..as long as he tries though there's nothing wrong with it..

ahh..sorry guys for wandering off topic>.< I'm not setting the good example here now do I^^'

[stifflersthedog]

I rate 1 of 2 things will happen. This is because of the similarity between the Ichigo protecting orihime in last chapter, and the ichigo protecting orihime vs. Yami. (couldn't be bothered to post pics) Now when the last one happened i.e. Yami fight, 2 things happened . 1. Ichigo promised to protect orihime next time, so for option 1 he could do this, and be all heroey and save the day. 2. Orihime decided that she wouldn't be a burden the next time she saw Ichigo and would be more "usefull" , something along the line of "she wouldn't stand in his shadow" and so maybe she'll go do something heroiney.

Thats just my crack idea for this week, personally i want both to happen, but hmm,will it?

[Velius]

Seems like every week I want to get my hopes up that something jaw dropping is going to happen, and every week I let myself down.

All I'm asking for this week, is some kind of clear winner to this fight so that it will finally be finished. Ok, some kind of clear conclusion is more to what I mean.

[NeoSapien]

Seems like every week I want to get my hopes up that something jaw dropping is going to happen, and every week I let myself down.

All I'm asking for this week, is some kind of clear winner to this fight so that it will finally be finished. Ok, some kind of clear conclusion is more to what I mean.

The chances of a conclusion next week are miniscule. This is the big, (hopefully) final showdown between Ichigo and Grimmjow. Therefore it will probably be their longest battle. Ichigo has only just now put on his mask, and Grimmjow has not yet released. Before the fight is over, Ichigo will probably have yet another inner world experience enabling him to wear his mask more than 11 seconds.

Bottom line? The fight will likely go on for another three chapters at minimum.

[TickleMePink]

^That makes sense. But I don't know if the next chapter will end the fight. Maybe Kubo will drag it out a little longer.

[Velius]

Well, I didn't mean by next chapter, this fight would be finished. Just that this week I'm hoping that when it is finished, there is no more reason for them to fight.

I think 3 more chapters is pushing it, unless there is another inner world battle or some kind of random power up for Ichigo. But I'm all for it, if it means and end this.

[yanniv]

I don't want inner world battles. It wouldn't do Bleach any service.

Ichigo just needs to fight. Enough messing around and wasting time.

Grimmjow should be releasing this chapter if he really wants to fight Ichigo at his full potential, like he said. Just gotta sit here and wait for it.

[DeDaL]

Somehow, I think that next chapter won't be the Ichigo-Grimmjow spotlight... I mean - it's getting boring already, let us see something else!

I really hope we get to see Rukia or Chad. Those two are already dying, for crying out loud! And if Orihime can revive them, some Espada must be smart enough to take those two bodies in, or something...

And yes, people, why are you all so obsessed with "Grimmjow releasing" stuff? Do you really think it will make you go "OMFG!THIS S**T IS SOO AWESOME!!! I LIEK BLEACH ONCE AGAIN!!! ROXXX000RZ!"? No, it won't. And it's not gonna happen in the next chapter either way. Think of this: Ichigo put his mask on, right? Then we have 2 choices - he is gonna pwn Grimmjow now, and at the end of chapter Grimm would understand he needs to release; OR the 11 second limit will break Ichigo once again, and Grimmjow won't have any reason to release whatsoever. (at least not until Ichigo understands how to maintain his mask, what would take another 2-3 chapters)


EDIT: Okay, just to make sure. I'm not trying to "put words in your mouths" or anything. I'm implying that people here are too bent on Grimmjow's release, and when you wait for somehting that anxiously - you'd be really disappointed when it happens. Even every fake chapter summary(for recent chaps) we have seen so far has Grimmjow releasing... I'm sick of it. Aren't you?

[Riekie]

You do not have to put words in our mouths Dedal, thank you.

`Riekie

[Primera Espada]

I think most of it relates to the fact that we've seen the limit of grimmjow's abilities without releasing. Last week's chapter confirmed it, when he did the super cero.

we *know* he can't stand up to Ichigo's hollow side on his own. That was proven. Sure, he might be able to survive the 11 seconds now that he has both arms, and is in Hueco Mundo, and *knows* about the 11 seconds, but Grimmjow doesn't want to wear Ichigo down, he wants to crush him at his strongest.

If Grimmjow didn't release, it would go against his character.

That's why it's so expected, and that's why everyone is anxious about it.

[Ileenka]

Schetark-san heading to Rukia. <3

[Gintoki]

Next Chapter: Grimmjow Dies... not, but the week after. Will be the continuation of the fight.

[Slev]

Grimmjow uses his ultimate attack called "Iron Maiden."

[Annie]

Grimmjow uses his ultimate attack called "Iron Maiden."

ROFL ha ha ha.

Anway, I predict some kind of power up from Ichigo. It's clear that he's no match to GJ right now.

[Dice]

Gin and Rukia have tea together with Rukia dressed in cute espada clothing.

[Geta Boshi]

A power up for Ichi is eminent and long overdue but shall we see the . Dark Side of Universe 3 before that

Gin and Rukia have tea together with Rukia dressed in cute espada clothing.

That would uber kwaiii I have come across an Arrancar / Espada Rukia fanart . And yes she looks Kewl : D

[Nama]

Gin and Rukia have tea together with Rukia dressed in cute espada clothing.
Haha X3

..Like Annie, I predict Ichigo will get a power-up in the next chapter and will be able to stand up to Grimmjow.

[Spike]

Ulquiorra will show up and somehow stop the fight. There's no way GJ will die this soon.

[debbiechan]

Grimmjow uses his ultimate attack called "Iron Maiden."

*falls over*

*catches breath*

Oh, that was too funny. Anyway, the natural course of things is that Ichigo powers up. Everything about this fight has been predictable. Maybe (but I doubt it) Kubo might switch for a page to other characters, but he never does that smack dab in the middle of an important Ichigo fight (that I can remember? They're always so long)

Ichigo gets the upper hand in the next chapt.

[pan]

Hirako!!! I haven't forgotten~
That cover spread wasn't for nothing, right?

Crack theories, aside, I have to go with Debbiechan - Another Ichigo power up. How terribly exciting.

[gab00n]

We will see Grimmjow crouched over a bit, bleeding and with an angry/slightly confused look on his face.

[Guildenstern]

Next Chapter Prediction:

Grimmjow: orly?
Ichigo: yarly.
Grimmjow: ORLY?! *uses awesome move*
Ichigo: YARLY. *counters with equally awesome move*
Orihime: nuwai D:

[Random Hollow]

judging by that spoiler pic i guess this will be the most anticipated chapters for quite sometime. Halibel action :rolleyes:

[Velius]

Ok, thread made for 282 spoilers. Take all your spoiler talk there. Keep this area clear for predicitons. :)

[Sola]

I think the 4th espada guy...too lazy to spell his name breaks out of the barrier thing and then attacks Grimm and Ichigo. While all this happens, Aizen sends Halibel to watch over them and to report about the traitor (kinda?) Grimmjow.

[Syn]

Next chapter (283): probably more boredom fest.
*wants the plot*
I'll forgive Kubo if Szayel finished to chose his new skirt though >__>

[Annie]

More people watching the fight? May be we'll see Tousen come and watch the fight.

Yes give me Szayel already. I want to see his new skirt.

[NeoSapien]

More people watching the fight? May be we'll see Tousen come and watch the fight.
Nah, he'll probably keep watching it on the monitor.

Bleach? Make sense? Of course not!

[Guildenstern]

At this point I can't even predict where this is going, so I'll make a wild, crazy stab in the dark.

Ichigo and Grimmjow continue to smash the holy bejeezus out of each other. Ichigo will probably have a creepy good time.

Orihime will continue to be freaked out by Ichigo.

Rukia will continue to attempt to defeat her enemies by bleeding all over them via the large gaping hole stuffed with broken metal in her abdomen, at least until Gin shows up to fix her dressed in a revealing nurse's outfit.

Nell will continue being mysteriously vanished into an astral plane or something. Maybe she's hanging out with Ulquiorra in the caja negacion and he's teaching her how to kill with her mind.

[Ileenka]

Ukitake will show up with Unohana and Hanatarou. Hanatarou will be healing Rukia going, "Rukia-san, Rukia-san just give me one night and I can heal you."

Halfway through, Rukia wakes up and insisted on going to Orihime and Ichigo, Hanatarou prevents her but she limped all the way to the fighting site where Orihime goes "Kuchiki-san! Kurosaki-kun, Kurosaki-kun is....." *teary*teary face*

And in a wild rage, Rukia gives a fourth dance and freezes everything in the vicinity for all eternity until Ukitake and Unohana come to save the day.

............

Anything can happen in Bleach at the moment. So why not. :P

[nightshift]

lol Tousen can't 'watch' anything

I think Ichigo having to protect Inoue and fight Grimmjow at the same time is going to be his downfall. Unless shounen law takes over of course and it somehow becomes an advantage.

It would be cool if Ichigo feinted with a Getsuga and launched his first cero instead. However pointless...

[krompt]

I think a cero getsuga hybrid attack wud be cool. But i think the battle will probably come near or to an end....both of them are getting tired, and it seems like aizen is beginning to move. (via halibel)

[Sola]

Probably more of the same stuff thats been happening for the last 3 chaps or so.

[Serph]

I hope the fighting scene switches to the others, I want to know what's happening with Ishida and Renji, are they running to help Chad and Rukia? Or are they waiting for 8th Espada? (Which would be stupid, in my opinion)

What is Aizen, Tousen, and Gin thinking of the current fights with the Espada?

Also, I'd like to know where is Hirako(sp?)? I wonder if he'll make an appearance anytime soon.

[Velius]

I'm thinking next chapter is going to pick up right where it left off at 282. At least, that is what I would hope for. I don't want any more stalling in this fight, please. Lets just have the end result soon. As for what that would be, the only I can predict with some kind of certainty is that Ichigo will win or at the least not lose. Also hoping Grimm can escape the arrancar release curse.

[Lady Orihime]

More IchixGrimm fight. Maybe a "sneak peak" at Ulquiorra...

[Gintoki]

I expect Ichigo's mask wearing out at the end of the next chapter. So there'll be no story again.

[Primera Espada]

Well, considering that Ichigo is finally starting to show some of that power that Ulquiorra was afraid of (I mean, he cut through released grimmjow's armor, surely he can cut through Ulquiorra now) he could very well have no time limit anymore. Remember, one of the vaizards had no problem holding her mask for as long as she wanted the first time. I think Ichigo's heading that way.

But what's different? The last fight, he dropped it, when he really needed it. So why is it not being dropped now? Cause he's "enjoying" himself so much? I doubt it. His mouth may say he's having fun, but his eyes aren't. Cause he's in Hueco Mundo? That could be it. Fairly reasonable guess.

Cause Orihime is right there?

Probably.

Her being RIGHT there has a sense of inevitability. Ichigo *can't* let his power drop, or Inoue WILL get hurt. Remember, Ichigo's power doesn't come from his fighting instincts, it comes from his resolve. His will to protect. The more immediately someone needs protecting, the more power he'll muster.

I'd say he's finally at the point where he can dish out the power he used against Kenpachi & Byakuya (the one last strike each time) on a regular basis. It seems as though his Getsuga tenshous can vary in power, but he no longer has to have any sort of charge up time. Ichigo ALSO is getting faster.

He's actually being able to use his bankai RIGHT. Every other time he fights, his bankai is used well for a short bit, then not so well (hence why his speed is normal so often). But we recall his hollow side used his bankai perfectly.

I think he's finally there, and so we'll get a showcase of that next chapter. It'll be Ichigo's time to shine, showing off his mad skills, and coming to a big climactic head to head with grimmjow.

The winner will be shown the chapter after (probably a draw).

[Cara]

Well, you are sort of forgetting the other responsibilities he has. Not just Orihime. But he has protect Nell and also he has to rescue Rukia and Chad. A lot of things are resting on his shoulders right now, not just orihime.

Anyway, I think Isshin will save them because he's a good daddy. I really do hope so. If not isshin then Urahara or someone.><

[krompt]

Yeah i agree, isshin would probably save him with ishida's dad, i mean they used to be friends and their children are in trouble:headscratch......if he doesn't then he is completely confident that ichigo can succeed on his mission thingy.

[experimentchoco]

I agree with you guys. Isshin's got to show up and kick some major butt. Ryuuken could sop being such a stubborn donkey and jump in as well. :D

But I dunno if Ichigo would like that, getting help and all. I don't even think he knows that Isshin's a shinigami yet...

[Riekie]

Erm..better said, Ichigo doesn't know at all. Isshin has not told Ichigo yet as stated in a certain chapter and episode (sorry, forgot both numbers). So there's no way Ichigo can possibly know of his dad being a Shinigami.

[krompt]

Oh yea he does not know about it at all, so that would be a real suprise for him and it would make out to be a pretty funny chapter:D

[Mz D]

I think we're a long way from seeing that comedy chapter. (Which will be one of my favourites)

I hope next chapter this fight is concluded and the plot moves on. Though the way it's going I think we've got two or three more chapters of Grimmjaw V's Ichigo.

[krompt]

I pray to god that the fight ends or atleast shows signs of ending in the next chapter, or maybe some ishida & renji progress?

[experimentchoco]

I would like to know what's going on with Rukia...

I mean...what happened??? We don't know and the suspense is killing me.

[batz]

The fight goes on and we have a cliffhanger at the end. Maybe Ichigo's mask breaks or Ulquiorra shows up.

[stifflersthedog]

I'll predict it even though it probably wont happen : Rukia! and then Orihime does something interesting.

likely: More ichigo v grim, a slight revelation from Orihime . End.

[Geta Boshi]

Ichi and Gj will have a hard fought battle with Ichi having the upperhand and then the chapter will end with possible breakage of the mask ?

[krompt]

Mask might break but there is no chance ulquiorra will come, not even an hour has passed. And i would also like to see what happen to Rukia but knowing KT he will probably leave a cliff hanger on every part of the plot XP

[Velius]

Mask might break but there is no chance ulquiorra will come, not even an hour has passed. And i would also like to see what happen to Rukia but knowing KT he will probably leave a cliff hanger on every part of the plot XP
Naw, Kubo would never do that to us! ;) I'm still predicting, Grimm will not die, at least anytime soon. He will survive his release. For the time being. lol. Ichigo will mange to pull ouch a narrow win. Or Grimm will get one shotted by a third party and it will be game over man. GAME OVER.

[debbiechan]

Ichigo power-up and accompanying Hollow-fi-cation.

I'll be disappointed if someone interrupts this match yet AGAIN, but I have a feeling that Ulqui is not going to stay contained for his alloted hours. He'll show up sooner than expected but maybe not until after the fight; I just want this fight to play out without interference. This is the match that redefines Ichigo--is he Hollow? Is he going to fight his Hollow? Is he going to control it?
Will his increasing love of battle for battle's sake end up in Ichigo's not only winning but killing GJ?

I think the fight's going to go for a while, alas.

[shivath]

Probably going back to Ishida and Renji or something. Noitora probably ran out in the desert and got lost so we can probably count him as dead. I hope we get to see more of Halibel but if she stays there the entire fight Ichigo will just get in more trouble again which seems to be dragging things out. I do hope the fight finishes before they move onto someone else this time but I don't think I'll be that lucky.

[ezxx]

Grimmjow will be on the losing end
Random panels at Halibel's + fraccion
Orihime will be shown once again...
Ulquiorra starts to appear

[Kojy]

I think it's long enough for Ulquiorra to stay trapped in that negacion, so he will show up and then who knows what he will be up to.
Inoue and Nell will stay still until Ichigo ends his fighting and the rest is up to KT. :)

[Riekie]

Yesh..I also hope/predict Ulquiorra will come out of the Phantom Zone.
We'll also be seeing Orihime again..*...* and ofcourse the fight between Grimmjow and Ichigo..hopefully nearing the end of it.

we might see...*might* Aizen and Gin...PWEASE!!

[krompt]

Yesh..I also hope/predict Ulquiorra will come out of the Phantom Zone.
We'll also be seeing Orihime again..*...* and ofcourse the fight between Grimmjow and Ichigo..hopefully nearing the end of it.

we might see...*might* Aizen and Gin...PWEASE!!

I hope he comes out to despite only 5 minutes has passed. Maybe grimmjow underestimated Ulquiorra's ability to free himself. But i doubt it by that much. And i hope the fight ends, i mean someone has to slip XD. And i think aizen is as interested in the fight as Stark is:D

[Riekie]

hahahaha:D Maybe Grimmjow meant 2 hours-Non Manga time thus making it Bleach time-5 minutesXD

Yeah...and I don't see Grimmjow as an underestimating person..okay, maybe that sounds weird but I don't recall him being underestimating, at all.

He..I can so see the two chillin' in the Espada room, drinking some tea and being half asleep..

I wish KT would give us some conclusions..NOW!!

[Axie]

I really want to see Ulqui break out too. 2 hours manga time is a least ten chapters, I doubt it's going to hold him that long. I think he might if we're lucky break out at the end of the chapter and break up the battle.

I think that might piss both Grimmjow and Ichigo off, he's actually enjoying himself in a battle for once.

But if Ulqui were to break out, then the possibility of Orihime healing Rukia and Chad is zero... so Kubo might wait after they're both healed before Ulqui comes back.

[Riekie]

I wouldn't look strange when Ulquiorra (when braking out) grants Orihime's wish and let's her heal Sado and Rukia..I mean..well..He doesn't really care about it, and he made that deal with her, not hurting her friends and all.

Let's hope he can keep his end of the bargain, Orihime did. And it's not her fault that the guys came to HM and got hurt..well..somehow it is but she didn't break the promise with Ulquiorra.

[Air]

It's time for the first Cero from vaizard-Ichigo..

[Axie]

Let's hope he can keep his end to the bargain, Orihime did. And it's not her fault that the guys came to HM and got hurt..well..somehow it is but she didn't break the promise with Ulquiorra.

I like that, I never thought about it like that. XB I thought the deal only meant that one time when they were being attacked in the real world. If the deal meant in general, than he already broke the promise... because Ulquiorra already attacked Ichigo.

[Shannon]

I predict Orihime will be all Kurosaki-kun again.
Oh, and Nell-action! :yell

[Pollux]

We will see a badly hurt GJ barely standing. He will gather his strength and try to fight back but he won't be strong enough to defeat Ichigo. The latter will spare him to repay him for having saved Inoue. GJ will insist but Ichigo will try to run away with Inoue and the cute Nell but Ulquiorra will appear sooner as expected : because GJ has lost so much reiatsu, the device he used on Ulquiorra no longer works. Ulquiorra will tell Ichigo to leave Inoue here. Of course, Ichigo will refuse and Ulquiorra will attack him but Shinji and the other vizards will come to the rescue and say that they will help him leave HM with his friends.
Or, if GJ is really defeated, perhaps it will be Halibel who will interfere (she seems as loyal to Aizen as Ulquiorra) or leave her fraccions get rid of weakened Ichigo and GJ while she reports to Aizen.
I really doubt Shinji and co. will come but it would be great to finally some vizard action (compared to the arrancars, we almost did not see them). Moreover, even if some enemy was to interfere, Inoue would probably have healed "kurosaki-kun" so if the new enemy is not #5 or higher, Ichigo will probably win.
In any case, I think this arc is coming to an end.

Oh, and Nell-action!
It's not enough ! I want a Nell Gaiden !

It's time for the first Cero from vaizard-Ichigo..
Although I would love to see it, I think it's too soon : this fight was made to show that Ichigo could use his mask better and he won't show anything new apart from that... although I hope I'm wrong :D

[krompt]

Sadly it look like Grimmjow is heading down the road of PWNage, XP

[Axie]

I think Grimmjow will be defeated, maybe not killed... but definitely defeated. We've already hit the climax of the battle, and I think it will be all down hill from here. There's a possibility that Ulquiorra will come back, but I doubt it because Chad and Rukia need medical attention from Orihime.

I'm confused about Halibel and her Fraccion's role at this point. Kubo wouldn't just put them in for the hell of it. I'm thinking they may take a knocked out/defeated Grimmjow back to Aizen. I doubt they'll bother Orihime or Ichigo. I'm sure Ichigo needs a break at this point though. Two battles back to back. XD

I think after being healed by Orihime, her and Ichigo will go save Rukia and Chad. I think Ishida and Renji's battle is over at this point... I mean if I were them, I'd run. XD

[Guildenstern]

can we has sum rukia nao plz

...Probably won't though.

Umm...Grimmy shuffles off this mortal coil, Ichigo continues to be relieved that Orihime isn't terrified of him, Nell ker-thwunk Ichigo, Ulquiorra "GTFO MY LAWN, YOU DAMN KIDS"

[Primera Espada]

With as much moving around as they did, they might be like, a 2 min walk from Rukia XD

I'd love to see Grimmjow now being obsessed with learning how Ichigo got stronger, and becomes more shinigami like to do it, so next time we see him, he doesn't use his release form, he uses special sword techniques XD

I also wish Grimmjow's mask doesn't return to normal (some Arrancar's mask do return to normal when beat, others don't, dunno why, Cirucci's disappeared all together.)

[Kuchisaki]

I see talking..and lots of it between Orihime, Ichigo and Nell. Sadly the defeat of Grimmjow, The trio going off to find Rukia and Sado to heal them, and then an appearance at the end by another espada or Ulquiorra comes back from his leave of absence.

[AnimeGirlPan]

I'm thinking Grimmjow gonna get pwned and Ichigo and Orihime and Nell are gonna get a victory :D
but i dont think Ichigo gonna kill Grimmjow though

[gab00n]

I think Grimmjow is done but I would love to see Ichigo deliver a Getsuga like his Hollow did that time in his inner world. Ichigo calmly says "Getsuga Tenshou" and delivers a massive fatal blow.

In the next chapter there will be a conversation with Inoue crying, hopefully healing Ichigo as well and then we will get a clue as to what they will do next. Ulquiorra will only appear when they have left and he will be standing over Grimmjow's body.

[Velius]

I am still hoping that Grimm will not completely die. He has lost at this point, but that doesn't mean he is gone for good. I'm hoping he gets a free pass ala Inoue. Then some wishfull thinking, he decides to go with Ichigo to find out why he would be the resolve he needed to finish the fight from what Inoue said to him ala FFIX. :D

[Peachilicious]

In the next chapter there will be a conversation with Inoue crying, hopefully healing Ichigo as well and then we will get a clue as to what they will do next. Ulquiorra will only appear when they have left and he will be standing over Grimmjow's body.
This is what I was thinking too, although maybe for 285 if the fight hasn't been completely wrapped up by the next chapter.

[Rain]

The next chapter will go back to Renji and Ishida or

Ichigo, Inoue and Nell go to Chad and Rukia or

Something else happens.

[Nama]

Well, I don't think Orihime will heal Grimmjow just like that. She was just cheering for Ichigo, and being aware of Grimmjow's nature, she should know that Grimmjow might attack them again, if she heals him. I also think that Grimmjow wouldn't decline from attacking them again as a payback of being healed. He isn't like that. :)

But what I think will happen is that we'll see the conclusion of the fight, with Grimmjow being defeated (I don't like the thought of him being killed though). Orihime won't heal him, and she will head to Sado and Rukia with Nell and Ichigo. Ulquiorra might also get out of the dimension Grimmjow trapped him in. . .

Other options are that Ulquiorra comes back while Grimmjow is defeated and takes Orihime back from the rescuers. Then, Grimmjow might just go with Ichigo for whatever reason. . . xD

[samothea]

i think there will be some talk between Ichigo and GJ, and some sort of explanation as to how he became able to hold the mask so long. i guess a flashback where he either comes to terms with his power, or finally understands what Doldonni said (the demon thing). then there might be a chat between Ichigo and Inoue.

i doubt Halibel will get involved, she doesn't seem the sort that would move without orders from Aizen. and Ulquiorra breaking out early is way too obvious to happen.

[Gintoki]

Hmm, i see GJ having a big Comeback next week, only to be stopped and killed by Ulquiorra.

[Riekie]

In my crystal ball I see..I see..I see Lots of blood:D Mainly from The Grimmjow!

No seriously..I don't think Grimmjow will be able to stand much longer of that seemingly crucial blow..but who knows..maybe he still has some fight left in that kittycat 'suit' of him

[NightMare]

I think the dude(Grimmjow) is over in the next few chapters

[nightshift]

I think they're both done. Ichigo just slashed viciously at Grim and I figure it'll be something like "shi- I can't move..." and Ichigo will be pure cheese and be like "I did it..."

Then they'll both pass out, Inoue will go over to heal Ichigo, but Ulqiourra will pop back out and convene with #3 halibel to decide what to do with them. It will be suspenseful.

[Velius]

In my crystal ball I see..I see..I see Lots of blood:D Mainly from The Grimmjow!

No seriously..I don't think Grimmjow will be able to stand much longer of that seemingly crucial blow..but who knows..maybe he still has some fight left in that kittycat 'suit' of him
LOL. Well, Grimmjow wouldn't be the type just to lay and accept defeat. If he could so something, then I think he would fight with all he has left. Similar to Ikkaku without all the formalities. :D

[Raiden]

Grimmjow will be done, Ichigo and him have a chat, Ulqui comes out of Kana Negacion, calls Grimmjow "useless" and finishes him off, and Ichigo go "oh noes, Ulquiorra", then dun dun dun, ch ends with the arrival of SHINJI!!!!

Then the Next Ch: "The true difference between Vizard and Espada"

I wish lol, its probably just going to be Ichigo and Grimm talking, and ch ends with Ulqui getting out from Kana Negacion.

[debbiechan]

I think I just figured out a way for Ishida and Renji to escape--they have to somehow cut off Szaye;'s head. :) Yes, this is what his chapter drawing foretells (remember, he's making the universal sign for "chop off my head"?) If Szayel is just a head, then I doubt he can eat a fraccion to restore himself.

The scenario I'd prefer though, is that Renji and Ishida just run away this week. We can all think Grimmjow's dead (I predict he isn't) and cut away to something else after so much Ichigo/Grimmjow.

[SBJ220]

Y'know... as much as I love the character, I'm hoping that GJ is dead. That would allow for the arc to end, y'know? However, knowing Kubo, I think we're going to see GJ fight back with one final attack or something like that. Kubo will draw this out as much as he possibly can. That's what he always does.

[ForteAnly]

Yeah, I don't think it's the end for Grimmjow yet at leat one more all out attack from both of them similar too the Ichigo vs. Byakuya battle. When is Ichigo going to learn a move besides Getsuga Tensho he needs to talk to Zangetsu or Hollow Ichigo to get some new moves.

[Tomodachi69]

I think next chapter will end the fight. For sure, Ichigo is going to go all out to defeat GJ now and make him piss his pants. We might see a new move or two from Grimm in attempt to stop Ichi, but when he musters up his resolve like he did at the end of last chapter, it's automatically his victory lol.

[Darkhope]

Real spoiler - Confirmed by Himajin

一護グリムジョーに止めの一撃を放つ
Ichigo finishes Grimmjow with one strike

http://forums.narutofan.com/showthread.php?t=244683

Would have posted it in the spoiler thread, but it's locked.

[Tomodachi69]

Back to Himajin's short spoilers, huh? xp

[Darkhope]

Yup. Seems like it. xD But if Ichigo beats him in one strike, I don't think that would be the entire chapter. My guess is that Ichigo will probably talk with Orihime and Nell.

[Mz D]

I hope this spoiler is true. I don't want the fight to continue. We need to see Ichigo, Orihime and Nell go to collect all their scattered and injured friends.

[Geta Boshi]

I wasnt spoiled due to the spoiler . Actually is a spoiler ?_?

[DeDaL]

Real spoiler - Confirmed by Himajin

一護グリムジョーに止めの一撃を放つ
Ichigo finishes Grimmjow with one strike

http://forums.narutofan.com/showthread.php?t=244683

Would have posted it in the spoiler thread, but it's locked.

AFAIK this spoiler was posted along with that picture from 280. ^__^

P.S> Lately words "confirmed by Himajin" are just really attached to just about anything... Lika a fake brand..

[Darkhope]

That sucks then. >_> xD

[Tomodachi69]

WHAT!? >< lol, guess we still gotta wait, then XP

[ForteAnly]

Damn so more waiting huh well I guess we have to wait and see what fake spoilers someone finds tommorrow.

[alexie]

P.S> Lately words "confirmed by Himajin" are just really attached to just about anything... Lika a fake brand..

Himajin needs a signature/stamp in order for us to know that it's real. :mad: I want to know about the next chapter even if it's obvious what will happen. *goes to make gravestone for Grimmjaw*

[yanniv]

That was the same spoiler I found Monday night on 2ch. It wasn't by Himajin and the only reason why I posted it was because it came with a picture.

Too bad I wasn't careful looking at the picture. >.>

[EternalDream]

There's got to be some sort of resolve for the IchiGrimm fight, so that's my main predition, but I wouldn't mind a screen change to focus on the other Espada/Arrancar or Aizen/Gin/Tousen, or hey, even knowing what happened to Chad and Rukia would be lovely.

[DeDaL]

Himajin needs a signature/stamp in order for us to know that it's real. :mad: I want to know about the next chapter even if it's obvious what will happen. *goes to make gravestone for Grimmjaw*
In futaba boards there is a thing called a tripcode(it can be used as a security signature). But the problem is the the tripcod isn't really that secure AND I'm not even mentioning that most users have never even seen the channel, and "posted by Himajin" is the only thing they can rely on.

[Ileenka]

Prediction for next chapter.

Orihime: Kurosaki-kun!!

[Mei]

Prediction for next chapter.

Orihime: Kurosaki-kun!!

:eek: Noo waay??? :eek:

I would never have thought of that! O.o

I hope that the fight between Grimmjow and Ichigo
will come to an end as soon as possible,
because I´d really like to know more about
other Espadas (Stark for example; he´s number one!!! :yell
I´m rather optimistic about that! ^^).

I want to see more of Aizen, Gin and WunderWeiß as well! :love

And I of course wish to see Rukia again!
It´s a bit boring without her imo! :mad:

[Rain]

I'm going out on a limb and say that Inoue interupts the fight and fights Grimmjow to save Ichigo. This would be awesome to see even though it won't happen.

[Mei]

Huh, Inoue...fight....in one sentence O.o
With Tsubaki and her current resolve and self - esteem :headscratch
Tsubaki vs released Grimmjow.

Rather unlikely.

I can think of her shielding and healing Ichigo though. ^_^

[Rain]

It being rather unlikely is what makes it so perfect.

[Gintoki]

Grimmjow will beat Ichigo to pulp. END!!!

[Mei]

It being rather unlikely is what makes it so perfect.

Aaah, there you´re coming from! XD
Yeah, I can understand that!
If she´d actually do that, then this´d really be something! XD

Inoue kicking butts, yeah she can do it;
but atm she´s a bit too timid, frightened, so it´s obviously unlikely.
She´s other qualities though!^^

[Kristen]

Prediction for next chapter.

Orihime: Kurosaki-kun!!


Yay!!! <333:love:love:love:love:love

Anyways.

Yeah, I think its time for Orihime to do something now. n.n;
If not. x___x; Then it's going to drag on..


Inoue kicking butts, yeah she can do it;
but atm she´s a bit too timid, frightened, so it´s obviously unlikely.
She´s other qualities though!^^

I really think she got over the ... ' OMG. I'm afraid' thing. Oh well, we'll just have to wait.

[Sergelia]

Well we're bound to see Inoue fight efficiently at least once in the whole manga... I guess, though I do want her to realize that her true strength lies elsewhere. Still I doubt it will be the next chapter.


I predict... Ichigo will get beaten around for a while by PanthyJow, then pull a Bleach Powerup #2990 and... we'll be left off with a sweet little cliffhanger.
Yay.

I doubt Hime will get much paneltime - this fight needs to be ended soon. I do love her but, frankly, her talking wouldn't speed up things much. She can do it all later, when everything's wrapped up. ^__^

[Mei]

I really think she got over the ... ' OMG. I'm afraid' thing. Oh well, we'll just have to wait.

Yeah, hime--chan; Inoue snapped out of it thanks to Nell in ch 283.
And in the current chapter she again yells "Kurosaki-kun", but this time with more concern and liveliness (the chapters before she was unsure, whether Ichigo was fighting to rescue her or just to enjoy fighting (=> hollow eyes)).

But actually I was refering to her overall personality.
I don´t think that she´s made for fighting.
Her little fairy Tsubaki isn´t that strong and she lacks resolve to fight and hurt/ kill people in general.

I admit that I´d like her to see kicking some butts as I said, because it would show more activeness from her part. But she´s a very good healer.
I think that this is her identification and destiny in the end, so she should do what she can do best and accept her status as a (important) supporter from the sidelines. :)

[Syn]

Grimmjow will beat Ichigo to pulp. END!!!
Kubo won't end the fight like this one, it'll probably be like the fight he had against Byakuya, i.e. a come back when no ones thought he'd make it anymore.
There will probably another trick than the mask one though.
Byakuya/Ichigo fight: 7 chapters. The GJ/Ichigo fight will probably be as long.

[Rain]

Wow, we're actually discussing what Inoue will do next chapter. I'm still going with Inoue killing Grimmjow. Over the next few chapters they'll escape other Espada and heal Rukia and Chad.

[Velius]

For next chapter, 285, I think it's quite safe to say the fight will continue from where it left off. Followed by hopefully a winner by the end of the chapter. But they way this has been going, even that might be a little bit of hopeful thinking.

[ezxx]

284 was awesome. I thought Grimmjow was done for but he surprised me and pulled of a good come back.

Next chapter he'll unleash his strongest attack and clash with Ichigo, losing in a glorious manner saying 'f off' or 'f u' kurosaki till the end ;)

[Shannon]

I hope the battle will be over next chapter.

[hollowshark]

I think that the fight between Ichigo and Grimmjow will continue for one more chapter before a definitive outcome can be reached on who will win.

[twsl]

I think this fight will eventually end in a draw.. after that grimmjow is sent to trial and sentenced to death. but he manages to escape and flees to ichigo in order to become stronger together with him so he can meet aizen again and give him his paycheck

[Jhaxe]

@twsl- Err...don't ya' mean payBACK? O-o

[Guildenstern]

Um...

Orihime and Nell will continue to hold the pavement down saying 'Kurosaki-kun!' as a handy warning against rapidly approaching danger.

Grimmjow and Ichigo will either:
1. Fight some more
2. Have a bloody heart-to-heart talk about their manly feelings before one of them smites the other one permanently.

Halibel will command Shantel and Mira Rose to get her another beer and a second slice of pizza.

[twsl]

@twsl- Err...don't ya' mean payBACK? O-o

no waii i did a little plottwist like kubo tite:eek:

[Miranu]

I think this fight will eventually end in a draw.. after that grimmjow is sent to trial and sentenced to death.

Better ending: Orihime wanna save GJ/because he's a good guy, just a bit antisocial/, so everyone is going to help her, and there will be the Rescue Grimmjow Arc WIth lot's of fun, and some Sad GJ thinkin' about life, love and friendship and such :eek: Before the execution, Ichigo Will Save Grimmjow, and destroy the hogyoku /accidently steppin' on it O.o/ Story ends here with a heart Broken Aizen, and a Beautiful Friendship between Ichigo and Grimmjow :O

[Rain]

My prediction if Inoue doesn't fight GJ.

Ichigo will beat GJ and Inoue will heal him.

[vaizado]

I think the next chapter will end the fight.

But first Grimmjow has to unleash his "Final Flash" attack. (am i the only one who thought of that when grimm put his hands together like vegeta to do final flash? :P)

[thatbabo]

Ichigo dies and Keigo takes his rightful place as the protagonist of Bleach...:wtf

What?! It could happen

Maybe Ulqui frees himself from confinement and offs GJ himself...I can't see Ichigo being the one to do it...he's already had an absurd power up...another one this quickly would anger the shounen gods...:D

[Riekie]

@ Vaizado: That was EXACTLY what I thought when his hands were together! hahahah a little love to Vegeta via this! Great work showing Grimmjow = Vegeta...although not the nice trip veggie will do afterXD

[spacecat]

I predict.... well er wish....that the fight ends. It probably isn't going to but meh PLEASE!

[Aradon]

Well... Full-powered Grimm unleashes a mega-blast on Ichigo.
Flashback : Ichigo meets Zangetsu after his defeat against Ulquiorra. Some chattering.
Über-Mega-Death Attack of Ichigo (future feature of Heat of Soul 5 on PSP) :rolleyes:
Grimm loses/dies.
Halibel/Ulquiorra appears... wait for 286

No surprise but a new (and long-waited) technique for Ichigo.
But I am probably the worst "Bleach forecaster" of the world.:D

[DeDaL]

Well... Full-powered Grimm unleashes a mega-blast on Ichigo.
Flashback : Ichigo meets Zangetsu after his defeat against Ulquiorra. Some chattering.
Über-Mega-Death Attack of Ichigo (future feature of Heat of Soul 5 on PSP) :rolleyes:

...

Wow, a prediction that I do beleive in... Rare. Good job!

[Aradon]

Thanks, but you must know I am always wrong. XD

[Rain]

@Aradon- you probably won't be as wrong as me- I think Inoue will actually fight:eek:

[Nocturne]

Better ending: Orihime wanna save GJ/because he's a good guy, just a bit antisocial/, so everyone is going to help her, and there will be the Rescue Grimmjow Arc WIth lot's of fun, and some Sad GJ thinkin' about life, love and friendship and such :eek: Before the execution, Ichigo Will Save Grimmjow, and destroy the hogyoku /accidently steppin' on it O.o/ Story ends here with a heart Broken Aizen, and a Beautiful Friendship between Ichigo and Grimmjow :O
LOL, I like that! Though I must say that Ichigo and Grimm's relationship is way past friendship. Grimmjow penetrated Ichigo twice in chapter 284 alone. That has to count for something. XD *is shot*

My prediction, fight interrupted 'cause it wouldn't be an Ichigo/Grimmjow fight if it wasn't. It would be all shades of cool if Aizen was the one to finally do it. He needs to show he's not crazy glued to his throne after all.:D

[Sarada]

But first Grimmjow has to unleash his "Final Flash" attack. (am i the only one who thought of that when grimm put his hands together like vegeta to do final flash? :P)

Yeah exactly .... sooo awefull!!!

I want the fight to end.

Hopefully not ending in the death of a certain loveable kitty :cry

[Agmaster]

Predictions and forecasts are nothing like desires, but I'd much rather voice those. As a compromise I will give both. I predict GJ will be defeated halfway through the next chapter, but not killed. Ichigo will be drained and Orihime will heal him. And so comes in an Espada to take her away.

I want Ichigo to just kill Grimmjow, then collapse as I doubt this battle has left him anything but drained, and while Orihime rushes to heal him and a shadow looms over her...either Noitora appears or it switches back to Renji and Ishida, to Chad rising from his injuries (possibly with a healing Vaizard standing over him), or to familiar hybrid feet stepping onto a panel. Here's to the outcasts.

[Riekie]

I quite like your predictions I think it will be somewhat like that as well...although maybe not the Vaizard part..but who knows..why would KT put Shinji in the 'poster' then anyway? for artistic pleasure? I don't think so.

[Nell]

Whoever is going to win doesn't matter I just want this fight over that we could have udates for other characters T__T GJ is going to show a new powerful attack, Ichigo is going to have a bad time and depending on the statistics, he will somehow manage to beat GJ. yeah whatever, just better be the end with the next chapter:yell

[Velius]

Lol. Come on Kubo! Drag this think out! Make it the longest fight ever!

Seriously though, it just might be. lmao. All that I ask from the end result of this fight, is some kind of resolution to the whole situation. (Grimmjow dies, Grimm switches sides or even Ichigo completely loses, not that I think that is going to happen.)

If after this fight, nothing is resolved and we get to look forward to Ichigo vs Grimmjow IV, then I will be really pissed off.

[Gintoki]

The longer this fight goes, the higher is the possibility of Ulqui breaking out of his prison. This fight reaches slowly the fight to bore even me. Let's hope for a quick end.

[Syn]

Lol, it only lasted 5 chapters. Still doesn't top the Byakuya/Ichigo fight that ran over 7 chapters XD
Kubo can still drag it more! XD He can do it! XD

[Velius]

My count is that 284 is the 6th chapter for the fight. :p It will for sure be at least 7 chapters, so maybe even more. Come on Kubo, switch to some random people some more to drag it out! :D

[Syn]

Heh the fight began in 279. So that makes it 5 chapters with 284. :p

Edit. I should not post when I'm sick -_-
You're right, it's already 6 chapters oO

[Gintoki]

Yeah switch to some randoms, as long as it's not Szayel vs Renji/Ishida v2. I'd like to see a Chad Comeback or the arrival of Backup from Soul Society.

[Rain]

It'll be Inoue vs. GJ in the next chapter (If i say it enough it's bound to happen)

[twsl]

lol what do you expect inoue to do? xD no, really? throw tsubaki at him? ;x I am afraid inoue never will be anything else than a healer on the sidelines :(

[Velius]

It's possible that she could obtain some decent level of offensive power. But it would be a mockery to the story if she could suddenly inflict damage to someone the likes of Grimmjow - unreleased no less. This would catapult her past the rest of the side cast and make them look even more pathetic. Less Kubo throws in some demension rip with Inoue's powers that removes enemies from the universe, she shouldn't be taking out anyone strong, anytime soon.

Anyways lol, lets not get too off course here. Stay focused on the chapter predictions not Inoue.

[Caboose]

I can see why Grimmjow will go into release, what with wanting to fight Ichigo to full potention and all...

But then I thought...GJ's got pride. He sees Ichigo is weakening, but he'll probably think, "I can beat him without my release!"

...THEN AGAIN, more likely to go into release mode. XD

'Bout Orihime and Nell? Maybe just sit there, watching, (as per usual) and cheer on the sidelines.

After Ichigo beats GJ (cuz come on. After two losses from GJ, Ichigo won't lose!), Orhime patches him up, and they race off to find the others!!! *coughcough* Ichigo-->Rukia *coughcough* :p

- caboose

[Rain]

Non-Inoue based prediction

I'm thinking that the next chapter will start will the IchiGrimm fight but then cut off and go to other Espada and showing their reactions to the battle (like Halibel's) and it will have Aizen being dissapointed/unimpressed in Ichigo for only being at GJ's level.

[SBJ220]

Ichigo loses or almost loses to GJ and then someone steps into the midst of the battle. That may be Halibel, Ulquiorra, Aizen. Whomever. But considering how much Kubo is flopping between Ichigo and GJ winning this particular battle, I get the feeling that either the aforementioned will happen or Shirosaki will take over.

[Riekie]

Ahh thanks for that clari Space..I really thought it was Halibel..as in her hair is 'yellow' and allXD

[spacecat]

lol no probs Riekie, I made a thread anyways so can we keep predictions here guys :p thanks.

[Air]

Grimmjow beat Ichigo with that attack. The mask is completely shattered.
GJ is going to kill him.. but Hollow-Ichigo takes over. Here start the pwnage..

Ulquiorra, Halibel AND Noitora (maybe Espada 2,3,4 ?)
stop Shirosaki from destryoing everything.. LOL

[McDoogle]

lol sounds about right, there isnt much that can stop GJ from killing ichigo now, just someone really powerful such as Ulq(low chance of him saving ichigo) or Shirosaki.

And in case u were wondering, yes i did read the manga :)

[Sergelia]

Ulquiorra, Halibel AND Noitora (maybe Espada 1,2,3 ?)
stop Shirosaki from destryoing everything.. LOL

I didn't quite get that - Ulquiorra is still the Cuarta Espada, is he not?

Anyway... I predict the fight drags on. Even more. I really liked the previous chapter and Grimmjow's new attack looks like it's going to be awesome, but honestly - unless this fight's supposed to be the pinnacle of the arc, it is way too long.

But yeah, I'd say they start to wrap it all up this chapter; Ichigo's mask completely shatters; and something /Really Shocking/ is said by the end of the chapter, by either Grimmjow, Halibel or Noitora. >__> Fight ends in chapter 286. Orihime is shown wide eyed (that seems to be a given nowadays). All in all, nothing too out-of-ordinary, though I would like for Shirosaki to make an appearance.

:nuts WOOT excitement. >__>

[Air]

Oh my.. you are right XD
So, maybe Espada 2, 3 and 4?

[Raiden]

Ichigo woops grimm
Ulqui comes out of Kana Negacion
Grimm waits to become vasto.

[Velius]

Ichigo woops grimm
Ulqui comes out of Kana Negacion
Grimm waits to become vasto.
For sure!
Maybe
YES!!

I don't know how long they have been fighting... hours seems like a bit a stretch imo. Time has always been warped in bleach, so meh, it's possible. :D

[Sergelia]

I think Grimm made a mistake estimating Ulq's reiatsu, and that Fourthspada-sama will be out sooner than he thought. Just got that feeling. ^__^

Don't think it will be this chapter, though. Maybe the one after that... not sure; even if I desperately want him to return, I learned not to give my inner fangirl too much hope to chew on. Nah. 2-3 more chapters seems about right - remember, we still have Halibel around doing nothing, and 3 Espadas bothering around one Ichigo is... just too complicated.

[Agmaster]

If Holichigo breaks loose, I want him to be put in his place by numbers 1-3. Kind of like when Gohan goes monkey mad at the moon, but having someone just be like 'No!' Because if Ichigo can let loose and just win at this point in time, then boo on that.

[.access timeco.]

I believe next chapter will be the 3rd (and last) part of Grimmjow's flashback. And just a little scene with him defeated and Ichigo lefting the place with Orihime and Nell (don't know about Halibel and the Halibetes).

Then, 287, Grimmjow will be walking, weak, along the corridors and hear a "SUERTE!". After some conversation, the scene changes to the other Espada feeling Grimmjow's reiatsu disappear while Yammy's grows much stronger.

[Kojy]

I believe next chapter will be the 3rd (and last) part of Grimmjow's flashback. And just a little scene with him defeated and Ichigo lefting the place with Orihime and Nell (don't know about Halibel and the Halibetes).

Then, 287, Grimmjow will be walking, weak, along the corridors and hear a "SUERTE!". After some conversation, the scene changes to the other Espada feeling Grimmjow's reiatsu disappear while Yammy's grows much stronger.

I don't think that Grimmjow will end in that miserable way xD, Yami doesn't have a grudge against Grimmjow to begin with. For my theory the fight will end (it's been for 2 chapters now tat Ichigo slices Grimmjow at the end -.-), then other espadas will come (maybe Halibel & Co, since they're nearby) and then who knows what KT will show us. :nuts

[gab00n]

Ichigo will stab Grimmjow, then they will have an interesting conversation, Grimmjow will ask Ichigo to eat him and then Zangetsu will do its thing and Grimmjow will be the newest addition to Ichigo's inner world. That way Ichigo will be able to become stronger much faster, consuming anyone who stands in his path. Yummy, a McGrimm burger with a side of Ulquiorrly fries.

Whatever ends up happening I think the next chapter will be really interesting. I am hoping for a few revelations and hopefully Ichigo will leave with Inoue to go and help Chad and Rukia.

[Rain]

I say it for every chapter but this time I can really feel it, Inoue will do something other than say Kurosaki-kun. It'll come true, i'm sure of it.

[Jhaxe]

Ichigo will stab Grimmjow, then they will have an interesting conversation, Grimmjow will ask Ichigo to eat him and then Zangetsu will do its thing and Grimmjow will be the newest addition to Ichigo's inner world. That way Ichigo will be able to become stronger much faster, consuming anyone who stands in his path. Yummy, a McGrimm burger with a side of Ulquiorrly fries.

Whatever ends up happening I think the next chapter will be really interesting. I am hoping for a few revelations and hopefully Ichigo will leave with Inoue to go and help Chad and Rukia.

That is the most inter'stin' thing I've heard all day...

[Velius]

Interesting, yes. Even possible, I don't think so. lol. If something like that did happen, it would be the craziest chapter of bleach ever.

@Rain. Keep hoping man. It could happen one day. But I don't think that day is anytime soon.

[silhouette]

The next chapter

Espadas recation to GJ's loss, Halibel and the sexy squad's eyes widen, Szayel wets himself a little and has to change his clothes once again the rest of the espada frown...maybe the execution squad will show up and while GJ's looking at their feet they say their famous line "Please be quiet GJ sama"

[NeoSapien]

The battle ends, or at least it damn well better. Somehow, Grimmjow ends up staying behind to face Ulquiorra while Ichigo rushes off with the living medpack Orihime to save everyone else.

[Primera Espada]

I wouldn't be surprised if next chapter was:
Grimm: "What? I lost..."
"Grr.. Ichigo, you must become... king of us all! Stop aizen!"
Grimmjow collapses (but is still alive)
Ichigo rushes off with Orihime to save Rukia (who is likely the nearest)
Rukia may get healed that chap, and they leave to go get Chad. Or chad + meeting with Renji Ishida will happen the chapter after.

[Llama]

You guys seem to be forgetting about Halibel. After Ichigo defeats Grimmjow, she might step in before Ichigo, Orihime, and Nell can go anywhere. And then there's still Ulquiorra. He might even come out.

[Velius]

There's Halibel, Noitora and Ulquiorra that we know of that could show up. And knowing Kubo, they all will show up at the same time to stop Ichigo from taking Inoue. That would crazy. :nuts

[Llama]

Lol, that would be crazy indeed. Though I still think Noitora is going after Shinji.

[StarryInoueSky]

Grimmjow gets beat then Halibel turns and walks away shaking her head saying something about how you should not play with your opponents.

lol

[Rain]

My prediction- Halibel will step in and try to kill Ichigo (or something along those lines) and Inoue will fight with her. This fight makes perfect sense (if you ignore logic and such) and would be awesome to see.

[silhouette]

^ Who wouldn't want to see that fight...maybe a little rain and the ground gets muddy too...now THAT would be perfect :P

Seriously thought, I have feeling that Orihime will die soon...maybe turn into a shinigami not vanish for good...that would suck.

[Guildenstern]

My prediction:

Halibel and the Babeketeers will do precisely jack. They probably won't even be in this chapter.
Grimmy will have a touching yet hilarious death scene involving a complicated metaphor.
Orihime will continue to look traumatized. Nell will have huge eyes.
We will YET AGAIN SEE NOTHING OF RUKIA.
Ichigo will say something either meaningful, triumphant or retarded, or perhaps all three, then fall over momentarily before getting back up to resume his Pokemon Journey (tm).

[archloxx]

hmmm i dont know actually ... but something made me think!! we know that shawlong and others were alive and they joind GJ in the first battle in the real world.... but we've seen that in ch 285 GJ said to them you are cowards and i will devour all of you so you see what happens!!

but actually they were not dead... so something stoped GJ from killing them!! could it be Aizen? i really have no idea ...


and about the fight i can't wait to see it ... it is the conclusion in colors!! :rotflmao (see the attachement)

thnx :rolleyes:

[Rain]

I'm going to take a chance this time and say the Ichigo Grimmjow fight will end next chapter:eek:

[Air]

- Ichigo's mask last remnants falls
- GJ lose
- Third and last part of his flashback
- GJ soft spot revealed

[kariya-sama]

My prediction is that Ichigo beats finally Grimmjow. There will be somekind of flashback again. Then someone of the Espada arrive. Maybe Ulquiorra? If Ulquiorra comes then he maybe finishes Grimmjow and then attacks Ichigo and the scene changes at Szayel vs Renji & Ishida. (Tousen wouldn't probably come, because he actually wanted to kill Grimmjow in the name of his justice.)

We haven't seen long time what's going on at Soul Society or Material World. Maybe Tatsuki wanted to know where Orihime is and wanted Urahara to train her so that she could go and save her :) ... It would be cool if she had some kind of spiritual powers too in addition to that she can see and sense spirits.

[Velius]

Like most, I would expect to see the continuation of the flashback, especially from how the last one ended, mid sentence.

I think it's pretty safe to say that next chapter will be the end of the fight. I'm still sticking with that it won't be the end of Grimmjow. Something has got to happen to prevent Ichigo from taking Inoue and going to the others though. Unless, this is the end... and the mission turns out to be a success... :nuts

[thatbabo]

286 Predictions:

- In the continuation of the flashback, we see the arrancarization of GJ and his crew...

-GJ gives a grandiose farewell speech before...Ulquiorra gets out of the Negacion and kills him...

-Noitora catches up the the huge reiatsu he sensed earlier...Kuchiki Byakuya (or Urahara Kisuke)...

-Vizard(s) appear in Hueco Mundo to get Ichigo and gang (minus Inoue)...

All that can happen in one chapter, right? :D

[Air]

Oh.. I add this to my previous ones :
- It will be hinted or clearly stated, that GJ wants to kill Ichigo also to avenge his nakama..

[archloxx]

-first we will see a flashback ... halibel stops GJ from killing shawlong and the crew... lol halibel!!!


-GJ gets angry that someone stopped him... and she introduces him to Aizen


-then we get back to actual life ... and GJ is dying while halibel is watching him...

-since ichigo is vaizard meaning he has hollow part, then when GJ dies ichigo gets all of his powers.


-ichigo tries to get orihime with him ... but halibel stops him with the help of ulqiuorra


-ichigo gets a hit and falls from #3 espada ;) halibel

-nell cure him

end :headscratch hmmm lol

[wakeskater]

-since ichigo is vaizard meaning he has hollow part, then when GJ dies ichigo gets all of his powers.


He has to EAT grimmjow... so... GL ichigo chompin down on him!... He better hurry tho before he gets owned by halli

[Velius]

I really hope you guys aren't serious.... :nuts

I think it would be crazy if at the start of the next chapter, after the rest of the flashback, once it back to the fight, Ichigo's slash goes straight through Grimm and purifies him and he goes byebye. My jaw would literally be on the ground.:cool:

[Raiden]

Himajin style:

grimmjow is defeated
sad flashback of Grimm not eating his friends to become vasto
Ulqui returns...

[Velius]

Lol. That's pretty good Griffith. I think it's still way too soon for Ulq to come back. Unless Grimm had no idea how long it would hold him. That's possible... but we go down that road...

[Peachilicious]

Haha Velius, don't shatter my hopes of Ulqui coming back soon. :p

Anyway I'm betting that the aftermath of the fight will take up most of the chapter. Maybe we'll have a final Grimm flashback too. At the end of the chapter Ichigo will take Orihime and Nell to go find the rest of the crew, and some higher ranking Hueco Mundo-ite will find Grimmjow. (Tousen, Ulqui, some other Espada, etc.)

[Lastier]

Ulquiorra will re-appear and kill Grimmjow and Ichigo only to get sliced in half by Noitora making Szayel the main character of this manga.

[Kojy]

Ulquiorra will re-appear and kill Grimmjow and Ichigo only to get sliced in half by Noitora making Szayel the main character of this manga.

A crazy-pot theory :)

Here goes mine:

Ichigo hold back and didn't made in slicing Grimmjow stoping the blade in his throat, Ichigo says it's enough then they both get away for each others, Ichigo heads to Inoue and Nell, Grimmjow flashback about various things, then some light breaks in a few miles away, Ulquiorra break out from the seal and the chapter ends. :p

[Rain]

My theory/prediction is still the craziest. I still think Inoue will fight (hopefully with Halibel) and win:eek:

[Nocturne]

What would be funny is if Ichigo pierced Grimmjow and realized his sword went through Grimmjow's hole...o_O That so didn't come out right. I meant Grimmjow's hollow hole. There's no way of ever making it sound right, huh? XD

Have to add, Grimmjow's going to admit that Ichigo won. He falls, but isn't dead 'cause he still has a storyline to complete. Ichigo lands before Orihime and they get to talk and then run off to save the rest of their friends. We catch up with Renji and Ishida finding Rukia. Woo!

[Mz D]

I think Grimmjow is going to give a small "last word" speech to Ichigo and he falls unconcious. Then we can have Ichigo fall unconcious as well. (He must be over his limit by now.)

[Primera Espada]

when Ichigo's mask breaks, that just means he is too weak to continue fighting effectively, not that he passes out.

I could see Halibel being #7, and showing up to try and pick off Ichigo now that he's maskless and weak, and Inoue saving him ^_^

[Masamune]

My prediction for the next chapter :

The chapter begins with the end of GJ's flashback, followed by a page where we see a picture of GJ heavily wounded (he's still alive but it looks that he can't fight any longer). We won't see in this chapter what Ichigo will do because then we switch to Renji+Ishida's "battle". Well, it's not really a battle because they manage to escape Zael's room (while Zael was dressing). During the escape ther is a comical scene where Pesshe and Dondo tell to Renji&Ishida that they are cowards for fleeing a battle. That irritates Reji who tries (in vain) to explain that they didn't stand a chance aginst Zael and that the only coward was Zael. Their progression is stopped by someone who appears to be the black espada. He tells them that Aizen wants to meet them and ask them to follow him. End of chapter.

And my prediction for the following chapters :

GJ admits its defeat and asks Ichigo to finish him (so he can rejoin his fellow subordinates). Ichigo refuses but, just at that moment (shonen magic ^^), Ulquiorra breaks from its dimension and finishes Grimmjow with a cero. Then he explains that GJ's behavior was unforgivable and that traitors like him must die. Then he apologizes for having underestimated Ichigo's strengh and acknowledges him as a worthy opponent. Ichigo is pissed but he knows that after his battle against GJ he's not in condition to fight Ulq. Both are interrupted by Halibel which says that she has received an order from Aizen telling that she must bring Ichigo and Inoue to him.

The next scene is in the throne room of Las Noches where almost everybody is gathered : Aizen, Tousen, WW, the 8 remaining espadas, Renji, Ishida, Ichigo and Inoue. Gin enters and brings Chad and Rukia (barely alive but it looks that someone healed hear) with him. Aizen praises them for having brought him some distraction and offering an opportuniy to test his espada's strength. He then tells the party that he promises to let everyone go (even Inoue) if they accept two conditions (since all the espadas are gathered fighting is not an option).

The first condition is of course that Inoue awakens the Hougyoku. At first she refuses but Aizen says that even without her help it will be eventually awaken in a few weeks. She then remembers her resolution to destroy the Hougyoku and finally accepts to use her powers. She manages to awakens the Hougyoku but fails to erase it out of existence. To make the matters worse, her two fairies are destroyed (like when Yammi crushed Tsubaki in tome 22) during the attempt as it looks that her powers have reached their limit and that she overused them. Aizen notices the attempt but ignores it since he expected what happened.

The second condition is Ichigo-related. Before telling it, Aizen reveals a major plot which involves Ichigo's father (looks like Isshin opposed Aizen 20 years ago and used a different name back then) and that Ichigo's progression reminds him of Isshin's. He then releases his zanpakuto (Kyoga Suigetsu), hypnotysing Ichigo in the process (that was the second condition). Under the illusion, Ichigo see a godly appearance of Aizen which tells him that now it won't matter how strong Ichigo can become, he won't be able to lift a finger against him (because of the hypnosis). Exhausted by his battle against GJ, surprised by Aizen's revelation ahd shocked by the illusion, Ichgo fall uncounscious.

Ichigo awakens one week later in Urahara's shop (looks like he managed to escape HM) in a room where there is only him and Isshin (in a shinigami uniform). His father, seeing that Ichigo is awaken, decides to tell him all the truth about him and their family.

(To be continued ...)

P.S. : sorry for my english :/

[edtide25]

That is a good prediction but I don't think Aizen will let inoue go after the rejection on Hougyoku. Because Espadas will need a healer for WW. :D

[Siren]

:eek: Wow, Masa, that was...epic. Everything you wrote actually sounds plausible. Kudos to you! ^_^

Well, I'll be predictable and say Ichigo doesn't kill Grim. Yes, I'm one of those people who think he'll be around for a little bit longer. After that, I have no clue.

[McDoogle]

Ive put my predictions into a Fan script :D in a thread under Fan Fiction :p Not exactly predictions but what i would of liked to see happen... http://bleachasylum.com/showthread.php?p=38488#post38488

[Rain]

Inoue will fight Noitora to protect Ichigo:eek::D

[Velius]

Just thought of something. Kubo set up Halibel and Noitora feuding early on. Halibel is watching the fight... Noitora just showed up... No way Ichigo can continue to fight... I think we all know what's going to happen here.

[Jhaxe]

@Velius- That's a really probably prediction. No way Halibel will watch Noi destroy Ichigo. I think she might come in next chapter, but what she's going to do, I'm not so sure of.

[NeoSapien]

Why would Halibel interfere in Noitora's fight? She has zero reason to help an intruder. I doubt that she will move from her spot. If Noitora hadn't shown up, she would probably not even try to stop Ichigo herself.

Halibel and her harem's appearance was just to introduce them as characters and provide another perspective on the Ichigo/Grimmjow fight, not to foreshadow her interference.

[silhouette]

Just thought of something. Kubo set up Halibel and Noitora feuding early on. Halibel is watching the fight... Noitora just showed up... No way Ichigo can continue to fight... I think we all know what's going to happen here.

Good thinking, Noitora and Helibel don't like each other and Halibel is close by but still, I am having a hard time imagining an espada interfering to rescue Ichigo and his family

You guys thought you saw Ichigo being cruel, just wait till he finds out about what Noitora did to Sado.

[Neverhere]

Interference! By someone because Ichigo needs break time, and a quicky with Orihime then another fight would just seem like a cheat now. And it just came to me: how are they going to leave Hueco Mundo? Someone has to rescue IchiNellOrihime combo next chapter. I'm still thinking shinji will show up against his nature and that Hacchi will negacion them all home. Or Halibel's respect for Ichigo's victory will cause some kind of opening for a get away.

[-sama]

Hopefully Noitora's full name and rank will be revealed.
Someone has to jump in and help Ichigo, he's up shit creek without a paddle.

Wounded, facing Noitora with Halibel watching, and Ulquiorra's break out from the twilight zone imminent.

[Rain]

I can see Noitora revealing his name but for some reason I don't think we'll see his rank in the next chapter.

Inoue will protect Ichigo (I say it every week and I'm bound to be right once:)).

I don't think the next chapter will cover the Ichigo-noitora situation a whole lot. It'll have Halibel and other espada or go back to the Ishida-Renji fight against Szayel.

[debbiechan]

I also think..well hoping more that Inoue will finally realize that watching a fight is not very helpful and that she needs to help Rukia and Sado.

If she does that, then I'll be extremely pissed because that didn't occur to her while she was watching her precious Kurosaki-kun. But I somehow believe that she's going to be behind the resurrection of Grimmjow somehow. In fact I can almost hear Ichigo saying "heal him" and her looking wtf but doing what he says.

And then Ichigo and Grimmy double team Noitra?

Seriously, I think the fight has to be interrupted. Otherwise Ichigo dies...

[Slev]

Seriously, I think the fight has to be interrupted. Otherwise Ichigo dies...

Yeah, I think the fight is definitely going to be interrupted. The big question is who will be the one to interrupt the fight because there are so many different characters who could potentially do it.

I bet the the majority of 287 is Ichigo getting his ass handed to him with someone stepping in near the end of the chapter.

[gab00n]

Noitora is perfect to force Ichigo to take the next step with his Vizard evolution. Ichigo will struggle half way, his Hollow will give him full control of his power, then that monster will come out and chomp on Noitora while Ichigo's wounds rapid regenerate, then Ichigo will fire a Cero and the real fight will begin.

[Velius]

Ichigo could still fight a bit. It's not like he is completely down and out. But yea, there is no way he could put up a winning fight. Interruption or Noitora losing interest all of a sudden for some reason are the top two options. Followed by the infamous left field WTFWASTHAT moment.

[Cezaria]

What I find funny and sad is that people are now counting on Orihime to help Grimm =.= Even when they bashed her for helping the enemy back then when she restored his arm. Talk about two-faced...

(note: observation from other fandom communities)

So the question is: Should Ori save Grim or not? (though I imagine people will complain no matter what she does...)

[Sarada]

So the question is: Should Ori save Grim or not? (though I imagine people will complain no matter what she does...)

I hope she will, she even healed those 2 brats who beat her up, and if she does heal him, he'll be in her debt, big time, so he can repay his debt by helping Ichigo.

[debbiechan]

What I find funny and sad is that people are now counting on Orihime to help Grimm =.= Even when they bashed her for helping the enemy back then when she restored his arm. Talk about two-faced...

What Orihime did with the two Aizen fangirls was perfectly in character. Like what Ichigo has done in sparing the lives of foes before, these two girls may come to play a role in the story where they actually help our heroes.



So the question is: Should Ori save Grim or not? (though I imagine people will complain no matter what she does...)

People complain no matter what. My guess is that Orihime will be reluctant to heal Grimmy but that Ichigo will tell her to? I'd be very happy if she was thinking strategically and healed him on her own and then counted on Grimmy to save Ichigo.

Neverhere wrote:

And it just came to me: how are they going to leave Hueco Mundo?
I always thought that Orihime's talent for passing barriers would somehow help them out.