The Battle of Bonkers and Brilliance :
Alright, buckle up, y’all, because Episode 34 of BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War, Part 3: The Conflict just dropped, and it’s serving us some premium anime drama, a dash of insanity, and a sprinkle of “Wait, did he really just do that?” vibes. Let’s dig into this wild ride, shall we?
The Big 4-0-0
First off, can we take a moment to celebrate? This ain’t just any episode—it’s the 400th episode of BLEACH. Four hundred. That’s older than Ichigo’s first soul-slaying move, folks. And what better way to mark this milestone than with Mayuri Kurotsuchi, the mad scientist of the Soul Society, throwing hands (and probably some questionable chemicals) against Pernida Parnkgjas, the Quincy version of a horror movie villain with too many nerves and not enough chill?
Previously on BLEACH...
Last week, we got a new battle that didn’t even make it to the manga, starring Renji and Uryu in a showdown of flashy Bankai vs. Quincy swag. If that was the appetizer, this episode is the main course—a buffet of wackiness and strategy. Mayuri vs. Pernida isn’t just a fight; it’s a science fair gone horribly wrong, and we’re here for every second of it.
Mayuri: The Mad Lad of Countermeasures
Now, let’s talk about Mayuri. Is he as cool as Urahara? Nah, he’s like Urahara’s weird cousin who shows up at Thanksgiving with a PowerPoint about the molecular structure of turkey stuffing. But that’s what makes him shine in battles like this. He’s got gadgets on gadgets, countermeasures for days, and a lab coat that’s practically begging to be turned into merch. Against Pernida, the living embodiment of “keep your hands to yourself,” Mayuri’s creativity goes full throttle.
Did he just surgically remove and upgrade his own arm mid-battle? You bet he did. And you know what? It was awesome. The animation team deserves a standing ovation for making that sequence both gross and glorious.
Pernida: Nightmare Fuel, But Make It CGI
Now, Pernida… oh boy. Part of the Soul King, part nightmare-inducing monster, all unsettling. Its powers? Absolutely bonkers. Controlling people’s bodies, bending buildings, and making us all question how nerves even work. Some fans might side-eye the CGI here, but let’s be real—Pernida’s got “CGI alien weirdness” written all over it. If anything, it works. Pernida’s unsettling presence pops on screen like a horror villain who accidentally wandered into a shonen anime.
Plus, can we talk about the sound design? Those squelchy, fleshy effects? Gross. But also, chef’s kiss.
Kenpachi Got Done Dirty
Look, I love Zaraki Kenpachi as much as the next fan. But watching him get turned into Pernida’s chew toy so Mayuri could have a shot? Painful. Sure, it fits their personalities—Kenpachi isn’t exactly known for his tactical finesse—but still, the dude deserved better.
Ashisogi Jizo and the Cityscape Shuffle
Mayuri’s Bankai, Ashisogi Jizo, made a killer comeback—literally. Creepy, grotesque, and oozing with personality (and probably toxins), it stole the spotlight. Watching Mayuri dart around the cityscape, avoiding Pernida’s nerve traps, felt like a high-stakes game of “the floor is lava.” It’s moments like these where the pacing and choreography shine, keeping us glued to the screen.
Final Thoughts: Weird vs. Weirder Wins the Day
This episode was a banger, plain and simple. Faithful to the manga, packed with action, and brimming with Mayuri’s eccentric genius, it’s one for the books. If the rest of the arc keeps this energy, we’re in for a treat.
Next week? More insanity, please. Until then, I’ll be practicing how to pronounce “Pernida Parnkgjas” without sounding like I’m sneezing.
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