Bleach 404 is Up

[qwirky.livejournal.com]

MangaStream's translation of Bleach 404 is up.
(Direct download here.)





Urahara/Yoruichi arguing is ridiculously cute and reminiscent of certain other relationships in the series <3333 (We already knew that Yoruichi topped in that relationship but it's always nice for Kubo to reaffirm it.)

The armor was designed specially by Urahara, so it's not Yoruichi's shikai. Some nice shots of Urahara, Yoruichi, and Isshin's faces~ *wonders about the fate of Yoruichi* D:

Interesting how Gin said that Aizen put the hougyoku in without Gin's knowledge. Then he says that "everything's fucked," which seems to imply that even Gin can't predict what will happen (especially given Aizen + the hougyoku). His rather laid-back attitude and words suggest he realizes that his own future is uncertain, hence him not answering Ichigo's question. We still don't know the true nature of Gin and Aizen's relationship or what exactly ties Gin to Aizen (other than Aizen adopting him early on as his protoge), so how deep does Gin's loyalty to Aizen really go?

Gin says that Ichigo seems to have a belief he'll die. Perceptive, or just egging Ichigo on with mind games? He's certainly baiting Ichigo. He claims he won't let someone cowardly like Ichigo fight Aizen, but is that really it? That Ichigo is too useless to waste on Aizen seems far too trivial - is he just annoyed by Ichigo? Does his sadistic side just want a battle? Does he have some deeper purpose - wanting Ichigo to become more powerful to face Aizen later? (If so, to what end?)

Ichigo's hollow mask appears... is IchiThing forthcoming?

RANGIKUUUUUUUUUU~! D: Rangiku/Gin coming up? And maybe Kira will be there...

Comments

[connaka.livejournal.com]

Lol, EPIC character interactions. XDDD

One of the main reasons I love/read this manga. That, and the gorgeous art, too. *___*


- Anyway, OMGlulz @ the adorably funny UraYoru banter and Isshin's facial reaction! HAHAHA XD

I've really been enjoying the chapters a bit more ever since Isshin showed up to save Ichigo ass. Not to mention the interesting plot revelations we've gotten since then. But I'll be more than happy enough if Shishou just keeps the Urahara/Yoruchi/Isshin AWESOMENESS coming for a while longer, because I can't get enough of them! <3



Fff, THE BADASS TRIO. ♥

Btw, I wonder where Unohana is? Doesn't she want to come join in on the reunion FUNNN? ;D


- Also, I agree on the point made regarding Urahara/Yoruichi and Ichigo/Rukia, as I've always gotten similar vibes from the two, as well. Basically, both relationships consist of two individuals who share a close bond and have a deep, mutual understanding of one another (as EQUALS). I guess I have a bit of a soft spot for these types of relationships. ♥ And apparently, SO DOES KUBO! <333


- And lastly, looks like Ran-chan's planning on heading to where Gin is? Guh, can't wait for some GinRan interaction next chapter!! (lol, if she even gets there so soon, that is.) S'gonna be ANGSTY! Angst is good, Y/Y? :3

[malva-lv.livejournal.com]

The Urahara/Yoruichi banter was amusing, especially Isshin's reaction to it.

Gin is owning up to his reputation of "most inscrutable character". I loved his "Those insides of yours sure are brittle" line to Ichigo. The boy better get back his battle conviction and soon.

I can't wait for Gin's confrontation with Rangiku. I suspect he has a soft spot for her, but I also wonder how soft a Gin-soft-spot can be. It might just turn out that it's a little softer than steel.

[bonefield.livejournal.com]

I'm biting my nails here. *gnaws* I've waited years to get some answers as to WTF is up with Gin and now that it's actually possibly happening I realize I have no idea what he's going to do.

[(Anonymous)]

mood: luving my Bleach again!!!!

[swansongtragic.livejournal.com]

Urahara and Yoruichi= Love. But otherwise, a pretty boring chapter I think. Still, we get to see RANGIKU and KIRA in the next chapter! Unless Kubo switches to the Dome. Which...no. I've started to believe that the dome was just a figment of my imagination.:(

[main-titles.livejournal.com]

Everything has already been said, but whatever. I enjoyed the banter at the start of the chapter very much and squeed when Gin showed up. I loved how he just wanted to slack off xD

And of course, Rangiku appearing made my day. I want that reunion so badly, I've been waiting for it for years now. <3

[ravenlore.livejournal.com]

Ichigo's gonna let Dad see the mask...wow. Would NOT expect that.

[(Anonymous)]

Yeah I wonder how Urahara and Isshin are going to react about it? It will be interesting. Kubo probably won't let Hollow Ichigo loose until everyone is back together though. Oh well. I wrote such a nice poem for him, too.