Bleach anime is the story of Ichigo Kurosaki who is on a journey to become stronger, and to protect the Soul Society and the human world. This list follows some of the most powerful Bleach characters from the strongest Soul Reaper to incredible Quincy and the legendary Royal Guards. 

If you have watched this anime you already know all the strongest Bleach anime characters. With all the intense sword fights, zanpakuto’s final form (Bankai) and the unique abilities of Quincy make this series much more exciting.  This list also includes some of the powerful Bleach female characters like Orihime Inoue, Yoruichi, and Soi Fon.

With so many amazing characters there is never a tiresome moment in the Bleach anime. Let’s get started with the list of Bleach Characters. 

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Bleach Anime Characters – All Main and Strongest Soul Reapers

Let’s get started with the main characters of Bleach, these are the primary Soul Reapers (Shinigami) who play an important part in the anime. Here you will find the names of all the strongest Bleach captains and Shinigami along with their title, Zanpakuto name, and Bankai form. 

1. Ichigo Kurosaki

Title	Substitute Soul Reaper
Zanpakuto	Zangetsu
Bankai	Tensa Zangetsu

2. Genryusai Shigekuni Yamamoto

Title	Former Captain-Commander of the Gotei 13 (1st Division Captain)
Zanpakuto	Ryujin Jakka
Bankai	Zanka no Tachi

3. Rukia Kuchiki

Title	Captain of the 13th Division Lieutenant of the 13th Division (Former)
Zanpakuto	Sode no Shirayuki
Bankai	Hakka no Togame

4. Byakuya Kuchiki

Title	Captain of the 6th Division
Zanpakuto	Senbonzakura
Bankai	Senbonzakura Kageyoshi

5. Toshiro Hitsugaya

Title	Captain of the 10th Division
Zanpakuto	Hyorinmaru
Bankai	Daiguren Hyorinmaru

6. Kenpachi Zaraki

Title	Captain of the 11th Division
Zanpakuto	Nozarashi
Bankai	Unnamed

7. Renji Abarai

Title	Lieutenant of the 6th Division
Zanpakuto	Zabimaru
Bankai	Soo Zabimaru

8. Shunsui Kyoraku

Title	Captain-Commander of Gotei 13 (1st Division Captain) Captain of the 8th Division (Former)
Zanpakuto	Katen Kyokotsu
Bankai	Katen Kyokotsu: Karamatsu Shinju

9. Jushiro Ukitake

Title	Captain of the 13th Division
Zanpakuto	Sogyo no Kotowari
Bankai	Not Revealed Yet

10. Sajin Komamura

Title	Captain of the 7th Division (Wolfman)
Zanpakuto	Tenken
Bankai	Kokujo Tengen Myoo

11. Mayuri Kurotsuchi

Title	Captain of the 12th Division Vice President of Shinigami Research and Development Institute
Zanpakuto	Ashisogi Jizo
Bankai	Konjiki Ashisogi Jizo

12. Sui-Feng (Soifon)

Title	Captain of the 2nd Division
Zanpakuto	Suzumebachi
Bankai	Jakuho Raikoben

13. Gin Ichimaru

Title	Commander of the Arrancar Army Captain of the 3rd Division (Former)
Zanpakuto	Shinso
Bankai	Kamishini no Yari

14. Tetsuzaemon Iba

Title	Captain of the 7th Division Lieutenant of the 7th Division (Former)
Zanpakuto	Not Revealed
Bankai	Not Revealed

15. Shinji Hirako

Title	Captain of the 5th Division (Visored)
Zanpakuto	Sakanade
Bankai	Sakashima Yokoshima Happofusagari

16. Yoruichi Shihoin

Title	Captain of the 2nd Division (Former)
Zanpakuto	Unknown
Bankai	Unknown

17. Kensei Muguruma

Title	Captain of the 9th Division (Visored)
Zanpakuto	Tachikaze
Bankai	Tekken Tachikaze

18. Rojuro Otoribashi (Rose)

Title	Captain of the 3rd Division (Visored)
Zanpakuto	Kinshara
Bankai	Kinshara Butodan

19. Sosuke Aizen

Title	Leader of the Arrancar Army Captain of the 5th Division (Former) Lieutenant of the 5th Division (Former)
Zanpakuto	Kyoka Suigetsu
Bankai	Not Revealed

20. Ikkaku Madarame

Title	Lieutenant of the 11th Division
Zanpakuto	Hozukimaru
Bankai	Ryumon Hozukimaru

21. Yumichika Ayasegawa

Title	3rd Seat of the 11th Division
Zanpakuto	Ruri’iro Kujaku
Bankai	Not Acheived Yet

22. Izuru Kira

Title	Lieutenant of the 3rd Division
Zanpakuto	Wabisuke
Bankai	Not Achieved Yet

23. Nanao Ise

Title	Lieutenant of the 1st Division Lieutenant of the 8th Division (Former)
Zanpakuto	Shinken Hakkyoken
Bankai	Not Revealed

24. Urahara Kisuke

Title	Owner of the Urahara Shop Captain of the 12th Division (Former) 1st President of the Shinigami Research and Development Institute (Former)
Zanpakuto	Benihime
Bankai	Kannonbiraki Benihime Aratame

25. Yasutora Sado (Chad)

Title	Ichigo’s Friend
Power	Fullbring (Spiritual Weapon)
Abilities	Superhuman Strength & Spiritual Armor

26. Orihime Inoue

Title	Ichigo’s Friend
Power	Shun Shun Rikka (Six Flowers of the Hibiscus Shield)
Abilities	Healing, Defense, and Offensive Rejection

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Bleach Characters – All Powerful Quincy (Villains)

Quincy are the enemies of Soul Society, with their unique power and ability they wanted to destroy all the Soul Reapers along with Soul King. The Quincy are led by Yhwach the powerful Emperor of the Wandenreich also known as Quincy King. Bleach Characters list showcases the names of the villains in the series, these characters are tough as nails and pose the most threat to our captains and other Soul Reapers.    

27. Yhwach

Title	Emperor of the Wandenreich (Quincy King)
Power	The Almighty (A)
Abilities	Soul Distribution, Reishi Manipulation

28. Jugram Haschwalth

Title	Sternritter Grandmaster (Yhwach’s 2nd in Command)
Power	The Balance (B)
Abilities	Master Swordsman, Quincy Techniques, and Reishi Manipulation

29. Uryu Ishida

Title	Sternitter “A” (Yhwach’s successor)
Power	Antithesis
Abilities	Master Archer, Spiritual Weapons, and Skilled in Quincy Techniques

30. Askin Nakk Le Vaar

Title	Sternritter “D”
Power	The Deathdealing
Abilities	Immunity from Lethal Attacks, Strategic Fighter

31. Lille Barro

Title	Sternritter “X”
Power	The X-Axis
Abilities	Marksman and sharpshooter

32. Gerard Valkyrie

Title	Sternritter “M”
Power	The Miracle
Abilities	Immense physical strength, Regeneration, and Enhanced Combat Skills

33. Pernida Parnkgjas

Title	Sternritter “C”
Power	The Compulsory
Abilities	Controls Enemy’s Body and Tear Them Apart

34. Bazz-B

Title	Sternritter “H”
Power	The Heat
Abilities	Generate Flames and Launch Fire Attacks

35. Gremmy Thoumeaux

Title	Sternritter “V”
Power	The Visionary
Abilities	Create Weapons with Imagination

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Bleach Anime Characters – Royal Guard (Zero Division)

The Royal Guard is a remarkable organization, they are the protector of the Soul King and have immense spiritual power. Royal Guard also known as Zero Division, each member of Zero Division has special ability. These are the strongest Bleach anime characters who appeared in the last season named Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War. 

36. Ichibe Hyosube

Title	Leader of the Zero Division (Royal Guard)
Zanpakuto	Ichimonji
Bankai	Shirafude Ichimonji

37. Tenjiro Kirinji

Title	1st Officer of the Zero Division Divine General of the East
Zanpakuto	Kinpika
Bankai	Not Revealed Yet

38. Kirio Hikifune

Title	2nd Officer of the Zero Division Divine General of the South Captain of the 12th Division (Former)
Zanpakuto	Not Revealed Yet
Bankai	Not Revealed Yet

39. Oetsu Nimaiya

Title	3rd Officer of the Zero Division (Royal Guard Member) Divine General of the West
Zanpakuto	Sayafushi
Bankai	Not Revealed Yet

40. Senjumaru Shutara

Title	4th Officer of the Zero Division Divine General of the North
Zanpakuto	Shigarami
Bankai	Shatatsu Karagara Shigarami no Tsuji

Conclusion

This is one of the most amazing adventurous manga filled with adventure, fight, and many strongest Bleach characters. This list covers all the top 40 characters in Bleach anime along with their sword name and special powers. 

Bleach is a must-watch anime that is part of the big three, this list tells you about the most prominent characters in the story. If you haven’t watched the anime, we would suggest you start with the first chapter and go forward on your journey.

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