Bleach TYBW episode 39 preview teases Yoruichi joining the battle against Askin Nakk Le Vaar

On Thursday, December 26, 2024, the official website for the series unveiled the preview images and staff details, alongside the existing synopsis for Bleach TYBW episode 39. The episode, titled The Visible Answer, is slated to be released on Saturday, December 28, 2024, at 11:45 pm JST on TV Tokyo and other networks as part of the installment's one-hour-long special finale.

In the previous episode, Bazz-B confronted Jugram Haschwalth to settle the score. The episode revealed how Bazz and Jugram were friends in the past, but circumstances involving Yhwach changed their destiny. Even though their friendship was strained, Bazz-B wanted to have a proper challenge against his former friend. Eventually, the Sternritter B's blade ended his life.

Disclaimer: This article contains spoilers from Bleach TYBW anime.

Bleach TYBW episode 39 preview reveals Yoruichi and other Soul Reapers taking on Askin Nakk Le Vaar

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According to the official synopsis, the narrative for Bleach TYBW episode 39 will switch to the other part of the Wahrwelt, where Ichigo Kurosaki and his friends are engaged in a battle against Askin Nakk Le Vaar. With Shunsui Kyoraku and Nanao Ise's victory against Lille Barro, the Soul Reapers can see a ray of hope.

However, Askin Nakk le Vaar's Schrift, D: The Death Dealing, has driven Ichigo and others into Spiritual Poisoning. Thus, Yoruichi Shihoin has no other option but to take part in the battle. According to the preview images for Bleach TYBW episode 39, Yoruichi appears to be ready to fight her opponent.

Gerald Valkyrie, as seen in the preview image (Image via Pierrot Films)

Besides Yoruichi, Bleach TYBW episode 39 will showcase other Soul Reapers in action. Shunsui's victory has given the other Captains the chance to head to the Wahrwelt's main castle. However, according to the preview synopsis and the images, Gerald Valkyrie will pose a threat to them.

Although the Soul Reapers overwhelm Gerald with their combined strength, the Stenrnritter remains composed. The upcoming episode will showcase Gerald Valkyrie's true strength, revealing the power of his Schrift, M: The Miracle. Besides that, the episode will show Jugram Haschwalth returning to the castle's Sun Gate.

Jugram Haschwalth in the preview (Image via Pierrot Films)

As evident from the preview image, Jugram has probably switched powers with Yhwach. Overall, Bleach TYBW episode 39 will contain plenty of action and nicely set up the finale (episode 40: My Last Words).

The main staff for Bleach TYBW episode 39

Askin Nakk le Vaar in the preview (Image via Pierrot Films)

Along with the preview images and the synopsis, the official website has revealed information on the main staff for Bleach TYBW episode 39. Imoko Nagai is in charge of the episode's storyboards and direction, with Masaki Hiramatsu writing the screenplay.

Fans would like to know that Nagai-san has previously directed episode 30 of the installment, which centered on Ichigo Kurosaki's battle against Uryu Ishida. On the other hand, Michio Hasegawa is credited as the main chief animation director, with Kiyoshi Komatsubara assisting them.

Additionally, Bleach TYBW episode 39 features Rina Suzuki, Ayako Sato, Young-Hoon-Jeong, Cindy H. Yamauchi, Teruko Takeshima, Chengxi Huang, Hiroshi Natsuki, and Kumiko Kato as animation directors. Thus, fans can expect the episode to be visually and narratively magnificent.