Certainly! Bleach has become a universal hit, and after the release of TYBW, fanfare from around the world anticipates the vast lore created by Tite Kubo. As we all know, there are ample fan theories regarding the world-building, plot, and character’s true motive. Here we are with an intriguing fan theory that shakes you to the core!
This fan theory will force you to recontextualize the whole Bleach universe. So, let’s begin from the start when Kubo’s manga gave us an ideal image of Soul Society being heaven for human souls. However, it began to crumble soon after fans unveiled the Rukongai district, which showcased poverty and violence among ordinary souls.
Likewise, the so-called paradise depicted the hierarchical system filled with elite and noble Shinigami, later shattered by Ichigo’s dedication as a Substitute Shinigami. Eventually, Yhwach’s arrival explained much about the mastermind behind Soul Society, which 366 episodes couldn’t do!
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Bleach’s True Mastermind is None Other Than Ichibe Hyosube!
For my lovely Ichibe fans, it’s just a fan theory, so don’t hate me for putting him behind bars. Even though Ichibe has a daunting personality, his arrogance in the fight against Yhwach can result in utter devastation for the whole world.
As the Soul Society system is a mix of injustice, Ichibe Hyosube, being the creator and enforcer of the system, might use Soul King for his use. Despite his loyalty towards the Soul King, Ichibe can remove the motionless entity to take entire control of Soul Society, Hueco Mundo, and the World of Living.
Furthermore, his god-like ability to control reality and name everything according to his will can play a vital role in removing the Soul King from the throne. On the contrary, it might be possible that Ichibe had rewritten history, which portrayed Yhwach’s action as a heinous crime, due to which a prolonged battle sparked between Shinigami and Quinices.
Likewise, Yhwach’s envy towards Soul King’s tyrannical decision states how Ichibe aced Bleach’s universe as a puppet master. Sosuke Aizen’s revolt also hits the spotlight as he criticizes Gotei 13 negligence and blind faith towards Soul King.
Let’s revisit the battle between Yhwach and Ichibe, where he expressed his desire to create a new world without Soul King and his rotted structure, which has followed for thousands of years. Knowing this, Ichibe’s real personality outburst as he wanted to rule the world by himself by the given oppressive system!
Conclusion
At last, it all depends on the mindset! Similarly, Yhwach and Aizen tried their best as anti-heroes. Though their method was forbidden to create a new world, they tried their best to unravel hidden secrets behind Gotei 13, Squad Zero, and the tyranny of Soul King!
What’s your opinion on Ichibe Hyosube being the real antagonist? Also, read our article on “Bleach TYBW Cour 3 Review”.
