#Kurosaki Isshin

[nakamurakleo]

family

[incorrctbleach]

Isshin: Everyone you meet is fighting a battle you know nothing about. Masaki: I once saw you fight a girl scout because she didn't have any Thin Mints. Isshin: Exactly. That was my battle. So be kind.

[crazy-dark-rainbow]

🐱Grimmjow: I'd like to ask for your son's hand.

Isshin: What is this, the Middle Ages?

Isshin: You know what? Since you asked, no.

Isshin: Beat me in a duel first!

[chickoochote]

Kazui in ichigo's nice vibe shirt hahaha

[writing-frenzy]

Isekai with the Kurosaki fam; now with some UraIchi spice

So, my brain has been dumping even more ideas for a fandom I can't write for, so I guess I'll dump all the ideas on the ground and sees what happens; also, partly inspired because of DevinePhoenix's Glass Body, Steal Wings and slightly be Cannon Ichigo in AU series by Williamcipher, especially the third of the series, because ye.

Anyways, so for me, I can never imagine Ichigo would part from his sisters and Goat-face easily, even in a normal au, because it's Ichigo's family, his friends, his lost, his life experiences that makes him who he is as a person; if he died and then transferred, a part of me wonders if he would ever try and get back home somehow. So my brain went-

Brain: hey, how about we have a thing that makes the entire family get into an accident :D

Brain: And, like, maybe a day before or when Ichigo was younger, he ended up saving a godly being's most beloved person, so the god is like; hey, I owe you, I'll reincarnate your family into my world; thing is, the world the god has is maybe connected in a way to an anime/webnovel/comic one of the girls or Ichigo's friends were reading, and Ichigo knows it because he was convinced to watch/read it as bonding.

It's a world of magic and fantasy, where words and names have power and things go bump in the night ever so easily. Ichigo and his Family find themselves in a cozy little hideaway, all confused but happy and relieved to be alive and with each other. Isshin in this au will be an awkward, not the best father but he loves and he tries, and he just wants the best for all of his children. (He is the unsarcastic B+ parent, because with all the shit in this au coming, Ichigo deserves this).

Isshin in their original world is descended from a sword wielding samurai family, and he's had the forms and everything beaten into him since he was young, and the reason why he never taught Ichigo was because he didn't know how to be a gentle teacher and he never wanted to hurt his boy. (it's why he's always given his children freedom and choice of what they want.) And coming into this new world, this new place, everyone can feel a change in their bodies, can feel power in their veins even if they don't know what to do with it. See, Ichigo's mom had a little something funky with her blood but didn't know it and Isshin is actually a human with spiritual powers but with their original world it never came out, and with the God giving them a boost/perks, everyone is learning how to control themselves first and foremost.

It's after a bit of convincing and Isshin making Ichigo promise to tell him if he's going too hard that he starts teaching him the family style, along with others in scrolls with phantom teachers to guide them along. It is rough, it is harsh, but it's Ichigo so he pushes on through and becomes better for it. (The two do agree to see if they can find better teachers for the girls though, as Karin wouldn't suit this style even if she would be good with a sword, and Yuzu seems like she would be better with magic then a blade.)

The family of four spends like three years here, learning all they can, devouring every book and all they can remember of the OG!Story of this place before they all have exhausted all the sources and knowledge of the cottage, can no longer progress in their skills as they have been, and had enough cabin fever to drive any sane person down the river. But they're not stupid, so first things first, Isshin scouting at first, then with his son, before him and Ichigo take turns exploring and scouting the area because they don't like leaving the twins alone. But as they're getting a lay of the land and comparing maps and such to reality, even getting a feel for their new magic gadgets and all, they come across monsters and such here and there Once Isshin is sure that Ichigo can handle himself, its only then they spilt so one can stay with the girls while the other explores for a few days, even if Ichigo is only allowed to do it for two days to his father's week.

After that, packing everything they need into magic bags and hammer space, the family takes one last look to their home of all these years, bows in thanks before they are off. It's not long till they join a trade caravan, Isshin trading his skills as a doctor to do so. They travel around for a bit, before in the end, they settle down in a bustling, safe city that never fell in the story, even if the story's protagonist and gang lives here with all their wacky and troubling hijinxs.

So, now that backstory and such is out of the way, let's get to some of the fun stuff. :3

Ichigo does not realize just how strong he actually is; see, in this world of magic and stuff, swords are... technically considered obsolete; of sure, in the story there is a Magic Swordman who is part of the Protagonist's party, but even there they mostly use the sword as fancy focus then to actually fight with it. But with the way Ichigo was trained, as well as both his and his father's lack of common sense for this world, for them it is as easy to cut down a monster as it is to cut down spells themselves. Neither Ichigo or Isshin understand how insane that is, because once a spell is out, you usually have to dodge it or hope it hits someone else if you can't counterspell it.

The Kurosaki's also avoid the Protag and his crew; lets not get involved in your drama, please and thank you (lol, just had the thought of how protective Isshin and Ichigo would get if the story was with a Harem Protag; both would be protective as heck over the twins because with either reverse or regular harem, girls usually get the shit end of the stick). Ichigo is just fine how he is, even if he keeps getting into fights because of random assholes, his charm flowing out and getting his own loyal friends without his knowing. Karin is way too interested in magical sports to care not to mention her age while Yuzu is getting fascinated by potions, alchemy, and cooking to care.

One day, after Ichigo has been feeding some tidbits to some strays, he finds what seems to be a tea and candy shop, with books to read. it doesn't have much business, being out of the way like it is, but there is the occasional regular coming out. Ichigo shrugs, he has time and so he enters this Urahara Shoten.

Somehow, someway, he ends up making friends with Geta-boshi, who as frustrating as he is, recommends good books and a listening ear. Things lead to one things, stuff happens, and Ichigo finds out this guy also has sword.

Sparring partner acquired, though it takes some convincing, a bit of bribing, but Ichigo is able to get the other to agree; he gets his ass beat easily, but Urahara is a harsh, but good teacher, and so Ichigo just thrives in the challenge.

As for Urahara, this guy is so fucking terrifying, just like in canon, how he is assassin sharp and quick with his blade even as he can spellcast at the same time, just watching Ichigo cut through his spells to meet his blade.

Kisuke: this is the most fun I've had in ages :D I wonder what else he can do if I don't tell him what's impossible.

These two end up getting involved in some harsh canon event disasters, Ichigo fighting with Kisuke, knowing the other man won't let him down. Kisuke, having someone he can trust lead the way, knowing, having faith the other can survive alongside him...

Just, these two bonding, getting closer, Ichigo introducing his sisters and Goat-Face who is giving that weird stare.

(On Isshin's part, he recognizes what's going on, and for all that he is not going to be a hypocrite, is not going to kick this Urahara guy as hard as he can and hide Ichigo away, he suddenly... completely understands Misaki's family's cold and hard stares as he had gotten, watching how the elder blond stares at his 20 year old son like he is sun, like he can't believe there is any light in his life again after being shadowed so long. He's pretty sure that is the same stare he had given Misaki as well, just as how Ichigo looks softer, warmer, happier the minute that Urahara guy stays by his side, just how his mother would melt around him despite her expression never changing.

So, Isshin won't say anything, especially since he can tell neither has a clue... but he will be doing the protective, embarrassing Father as much as he wants.)

So yeah, this is the idea :3 I also have another idea with a Mob Protagonist!Ichigo, where he comes to be a character never even mentioned in a story, and ends up charming local shop owner Urahara Kisuke, who is secretly the terrible, scary Puppet Master Benihime without knowing it. maybe I'll note it out when I feel like it, though if people want, they can ask questions about it.

[merbear25]

Daddy kink and Isshin Kurosaki?

Afab reader who maybe worked under him at one point 👀

I love a good power dynamic and must admit the daddy kink makes it all the much sweeter🤭I hope you like it! 💜🧡

Having served under him for as long as you did, you were bound to develop some feelings that were rather unprofessional. You’d been suppressing them for so long that you convinced yourself that they were simply that of a school girl’s crush. However, seeing him again has those old feelings rushing back in full force.

CW: NSFW, MDNI, fem!reader,daddy kink, slight power dynamic, reader is a shinigami, fingering, breast play, vaginal penetration, cum shot

Reigniting an old flame (Isshin)

You had always admired him. Even though you knew nothing would ever come of it, you couldn’t help but wonder “what if”. Out of respect for him as your former superior, as well as his late wife, you did your best to push those feelings down—convincing yourself that such things were surface level and would pass.

Try as you may, crossing paths with him again made your heart flutter just as it did all that time ago. Old feelings that resurfaced with force: you couldn’t deny just how smitten you were with him.

Catching him for a moment alone was a rarity, so when such presented itself, you let your heart take the lead. You lightly knocked at the door frame, not wanting to intrude if he was busy.

He greeted you with a smile, one which only made your heartbeat ache for him. “Hey! Long time no see!”

“It has been a while, hasn’t it?” You returned his friendly grin. “May I come in?”

As the conversation flowed, it felt as if you two had never parted ways. The warmth of the afternoon sun filled the room. Its rays stretched along the floor, reaching out for the both of you.

“I’m really glad to see you again.” Your smile held a gentle sincerity as you went against your better judgment and placed your hand on his.

Your touch stirred something within him which had been tucked away for quite some time. He placed his hand on yours. His face shifted to an expression of fondness, admiring you for the woman you’d become.

“You’ve come a long way since you worked under me,” his voice was affectionate but still held an air of playfulness to it.

You chuckled, thinking back at how immature and inexperienced you were. “I’m better at solving problems nowadays.”

His gaze held onto yours. Your subtle smiles faded as his eyes flickered to your lips. Even if your heart was pounding against your chest, you couldn’t resist leaning in closer. Your timidness was countered by a wave of confidence that nearly blew you away.

The swift kiss proved just how much he’d been holding onto the thought of you. A fervor that left behind a lingering warmth. He pulled back slightly, searching for any sign that he’d misread the situation.

Throwing your arms around him, you didn’t want to hold back anymore. The desire you’d been holding onto was released like a floodgate, pouring every ounce of yourself into your kiss and he welcomed each drop.

Your eagerness was intoxicating. You climbed on top of him, as he deepened your kiss. Hands roaming each other’s bodies, slight friction further ignited the passion growing between you. Caressing his chest, your fingers clawed at his clothes. The grip you had was fueled with desperation.

“This side of you is so unexpected.” His laugh was light and airy as the image he had of you was now flipped.

“I’ve wanted this for so long.” Your breath was hot against his ear. 

The motion of your hips was far too tempting to keep his hands to himself. “Take care of me, daddy,” you huffed, risking the moment for your own callus pleasures.

His grip on your hips tightened as lust darkened his eyes. “Yeah? You want daddy to treat you right?” He groaned, tangling his fingers in your hair.

You whimpered, nodding as you continued rutting against him.

Seeing the need in your eyes, he held you close when flipping you on your back. He buried his face between your breasts, kissing your soft skin while playing with your nipples. Taking one of your breasts in his mouth, your legs gently squeezed at his sides in desperation for more friction.

He swirled his tongue around your hardened nipple, coating it with hot saliva. “Beg for daddy,’ he breathed.

‘Please, I want you to take care of me. I’ve missed you so much and am in desperate need of daddy’s love.” Your pleas were making it impossible not to indulge.

As his fingers found their way to your aching core, the gasps passing your trembling lips filled the air between you. He groaned alternating to your other breast, when your arousal seeped on his fingers. With the tension reaching a fever pitch, he couldn’t help himself; feeling your slick need for him coating his fingers drove him further into his sinful desire.

The pumps of his fingers when coupled with him nipping at your sensitive breasts were leaving you panting. Your hands caressed his head and your legs positioned themselves at your sides—the moment encapsulating you completely.

“Please,” you whimpered. “Give me more, daddy.”

His groans vibrated against your skin. “Such a good girl begging for daddy like that.”

Your moans were becoming more and more like cries as his fingers skillfully worked within you. “Give your good girl what she wants,” you gasped. “Please!”

Swiftly, he positioned himself between your thighs, grabbing your hips to pull you closer. He eased into you, his hands tightening their grip on you as he tried to steady his breath. Your eyes went wide as he pushed deeper. Feeling every inch of him inside you was enough to leave you trembling and eager for more.

The euphoria washing over your face was a delight. You looked like a goddess painted by the most skillful artist: your hair already tossed about, your jaw slacked, and your eyes fluttering shut. How badly you wanted him was something he’d been blind to for a regrettably long time, but now you were underneath him—you were his to please, to satisfy.

“Fuck, you feel so good,” he huffed while picking up his pace.

Each plunge was sending you further into the depths of ecstasy. The sounds of skin slapping whirled around you, making your heads spin. He reached down to play with your sensitive clit. Your body arched from the building pressure. The shared high was quickly reaching its peak.

As you whimpered and choked back your cries, he huffed from the knot within him getting ready to snap. “That’s it, baby. Cum for daddy.”

You threw your head back, your breaths grew unsteady, and your walls clamped around him.

“Yes, yes, yes.” You were struggling to speak above a whisper.

The rush of that thin thread finally snapping within you had you crying out for him as your pussy spasmed uncontrollably around his cock. “Daddy!”

You falling over the edge sent him toppling down after you. Pulling out at the last possible moment, his strangled moans heightened the experience—coating your stomach with his white hot lust.

The huffs and beads of sweat were remnants of the earth shattering climax. Peering down at you, his completion shifted back to one with a softness.

A weak smile appeared on your delicate features, pulling him in for a kiss which was light yet sweet. However, you had a sense of dread rearing its ugly head: would he up and leave again?

“I don’t want you to leave again, Isshin.”

Your admission took him a bit off guard, but seeing the full extent of how much he meant to you, he could understand where such a question was coming from.

“I won’t. I promise,” he soothed your woes in a hushed tone. Caressing the side of your face, his eyes held on to yours.

The deep pools of emotion in his gaze held boundless sincerity. Your smile became more prominent, when realizing that this time would be different.

[hashtagartistlife]

everything but the rain 

[bleachtitlepages]

[hitsugaya-toushirou]

Everything But The Rain

[lapseinrecs]

what I'd do, if only you'd let me

By themidnightguardian @themidnightguardian

On Archive of Our Own

Status: Complete; Oneshot; 4,337 words

Summary: Kisuke kept his distance, did what he was asked. And now he needs to see for himself that Ichigo is fine. That Isshin was right and Ichigo is happier like this. That things are better because Kisuke stayed away. If that’s true, then to hell with what he wants. He can live with it. He will make himself live with it. --- *OR* Aizen is defeated, the war is over, and Kurosaki Ichigo is powerless. According to Isshin, Ichigo is better off this way. Happier now that he doesn't have to deal with shinigami bullshit and can have a chance at a normal life. Isshin lied. Ichigo isn't doing well at all. Kisuke is going to fix it.

My thoughts: Always fun when a crazy guy is devoted to someone. Fuck Isshin honestly. And this portrayal of Kisuke this longing that he denies himself. Shit's pretty good.

[imaginingbleach]

Rating: General

Warning: Anxiety over how the other person feels, slight scolding, crying;; not proof read

Summary: Reader goes to his house to see him after so long, but begins to doubt whether it's a good idea when about to knock.

Pairings: None directly, good friendship between reader and Isshin (could be taken as romantic feelings)

You held your hand up to knock on the door, but just before impact... You hesitated. Would he want to see you again after all these years? You'd thought about visiting countless times, but always decided it was better not to. He had a family now, right? That should be his priority...

It was all you could do to keep yourself from immediately turning and leaving, fearing what might happen when you finally do gather the courage to knock. Would he be happy? Mad? Sad? Had he wanted you to visit as much as you did? Perhaps he hadn't even thought of you in all these years...

A soft sigh finally escaped past your lips, arm dropping and gaze going down to the ground. There was no reason to be here, you'd tell yourself... He's happy now, you showing up would only complicate that... You closed your eyes, taking a deep breath and trying to hold back the tears that threatened to fall.

As you had finally prepared yourself to leave, you heard the door open and someone call out your name questioningly. Your eyes snapped open wide, recognizing the male's voice. How could you ever forget it? He was someone important in your life...

"I-I know... You have a family and all of this going on, but... I uh, just... Wanted to see you-" you stammered out as an apology, cut off by being pulled into a big bear hug.

Your brain was working overtime to figure out what was going on, eyes dazed and heart racing. You were so sure he wouldn't want to see you, but here he was... Hugging you like no time had passed.

"I've missed you! You should've come by to visit sooner!" He practically shouted at you, pulling back and frowning. "What're you apologizing for?! I told you to visit whenever and I meant whenever!!!" he was quick to scold, roughly messing up your hair.

"But... Your family... The girls... Ichigo-"

"Ah, shut up! You're just as important to me! And I bet they'd love to meet you," he started off annoyed before his tone softened dramatically. "You really should ask... before you assume you're going to annoy someone. I've really missed you, you big dummy."

The way he scolded you and yet comforted you made all the emotions you'd been holding back just flow out. Tears fell from your eyes as soft sobs came out, attempting to apologize but struggling to get full words out. He had missed you just as much as you had missed him... And if you'd let yourself see him sooner, it wouldn't hurt this bad.

"C'mon... Let's get you something warm to drink, 'kay? You can stay over as long as you like," he rubbed your back, gently leading you into his home.

"thank you," you managed to get out, running your eyes.

"Don't mention it," Isshin grinned, sitting you down on the couch and wrapping you up with a blanket.

Today was going to be a good one.

[owarinaki]

Bleach : Urahara Kisuke

[incorrctbleach]

Isshin: Wait, Yuzu, who are you texting? Yuzu: My friend Hikaru. Isshin: Ah.. wait, is that a boy's name or a girl's name? Yuzu: Does it matter? Isshin: No, not at all. Unless it's a goddamn boy.

[love-the-purple-cat]

[uraharasandals]

My Top Ships in Bleach

A little ramble for purposes of shits and giggles only. Not presented in any particular order. Happy New Year, everyone! Hope 2023 is less shitty :')

1. Kyoraku Shunsui and Ukitake Juushirou

After just raving about these two on my feed it would be an injustice to not talk about this pair - Ukitake and Kyoraku are the old man pair (affectionately) in the Gotei 13, dads to their respective divisions, and uncles to everyone else. In the grand scheme of the Gotei 13 family (Yamamoto insisted, don’t @ me), they’re like the embarrassing uncles who everyone wants to have over for Christmas - after all, they bring presents and joy, and are close enough to your grandparents that they can diffuse practically any situation, what’s not to like? 

Then the dust settles and after the oldest members of the family are gone, they’re the two that age and death are staring in the face. Which is precisely what happens when Yamamoto and Unohana are dead in the TYBW Arc. 

(I mean, technically Zaraki is probably the same age as them, but he hasn’t been in the family [Gotei 13] as long) 

The reason why I like these two so much is because of how close and obviously comfortable with each other they are. Both of them are old and have seen a lot of shit, but they don’t let it deter them - in fact, they take it in stride and use that power to inspire and encourage, rather than to control or abuse. Everyone loves them (one more than the other), but there’s always a mix of admiration, fondness and respect for the two. Sure, Ukitake might be a little embarrassing with his like of stuffing candy in people’s pockets, and Kyoraku might be a little annoying with his constant insistence to flirt with everyone, but I don’t think anyone actually dislikes them. 

And of course, their chemistry with each other. I actually think of them less as a romantic couple and more of a platonic brotherly pair - both works, but at the end of the day they behave like an old married couple who have seen a lot of shit together, and just want to settle down and tell stories by the fire, combing each other’s hair, that sort of schtick, you know? 

(In my in-house brain universe, they live happily ever after after Yamamoto dies. Nothing else happens to them afterwards.) 

2. Shihouin Yoruichi and Urahara Kisuke

(I decided not to use that panel of Yoruichi in her cat-Shunko form. It’s a spoiler and also is a little weird to me) 

Ah yes, the childhood friends to fugitives-on-the-run pair. These two are just so fun in their own little way - if you think about it, both Kisuke and Yoruichi are the only two who could control and actually understand each other. Kisuke, most obviously, when Yoruichi activates her final Shunko form, and Yoruichi, both 110 years ago and in the present - she’s the only one who can tell him what to do and he actually does it.

Now given these two’s carefree and ‘devil may care’ attitudes to life, this obviously comes with a lot of intimacy and deep understanding of each other. And you can tell too - they are very powerful fighters in their own right, but because of this and their life experiences, they don’t trust anyone except each other, and each other’s capabilities. Everyone knows Yoruichi is an amazing fighter and Kisuke an amazing scientist - but when have you actually see Yoruichi letting someone have her back so completely and fully like Urahara Kisuke? 

If you squint closely, you’d realise that they don’t actually trust anyone except themselves. We were witness to this point in Urahara’s life, actually - whether he had innate trust in anyone before we aren’t sure, but when he was arrested in front of Central 46 and rescued by Yoruichi, there was a point where he realises his life was officially at a point of no return. And afterwards, in the main plot, while he forms relationships with a lot of characters - the Karakura gang, most notably - he doesn’t actually trusts them. The Karakura gang are people he uses, for lack of a better word. The Visoreds are a mistake that he needs to atone for, a wrong he needs to make right. His little family of misfits at his shop gives him a resemblance of a family, but one where he’s able to watch fondly from a distance and joins at his convenience. And Yoruichi is the same - she’s a mentor figure to the Karakura gang, and the Gotei 13 are old colleagues who happen to be conveniently placed in the path to what she has to do, and her duty to Soul Society. You can argue Soifon/Sui-Feng is an exception to all this, but she certainly didn’t feel enough love for her to stay in Seireitei - no, she chose Kisuke instead.

And I guess their ability to vibrate on the same (slightly bizarre) frequency with each other is what makes me feral about these two :) 

3. Madarame Ikkaku and Ayasegawa Yumichika

Another childhood friends to military men pair. Even though they’re literally in the 11th, for some reason I just cannot take them seriously. And honestly, I don’t think they take themselves seriously either? I mean, sure, on the battlefield and all they absolutely do, but during the daily tidbits in life they probably just fuck around for more shits and giggles. 

Jokes aside though, these two have the same thing that is slowly becoming a theme in this list - deep trust and understanding of one another. Having spent so much time (and even entering Gotei 13 together) in proximity, I don’t think they can hide much of themselves from one another - not that they actually do, but their relationship feels so natural, and they behave so naturally with each other. Yes, Ikkaku thinks Yumichika is as flamboyant and narcissistic as they come, but he doesn’t care, nor frankly gives an actual shit (I’m also willing to bet that Yumichika is actually the one who gave him that red eyeliner - it’s the only thing he can wrestle that man into, which he thinks is rather unfortunate). Similarly, Yumichika may think Ikkaku is stubborn and doesn’t appreciate beauty, but he literally panics when he thinks Ikkaku is in mortal danger (during that fight with Hisagi, and with Poww). He can throw down everything, even duty, if it means saving Ikkaku. And that dedication?? *Chef’s kiss*

A lot of people also forgot that Yumichika didn’t follow Ikkaku into the 11th Division (because they’re friends, more than friends, etc.) but rather they entered together. Because they’re both bloodthirsty men who wants to fight and die for a living (pun intended). And I think it’s really interesting how Kubo depicted these two despite their shared love of fighting - especially Yumichika, because one would think that a man as narcissistic and prim as himself would wrinkle at the bloodshed. When in fact he’s very much capable of becoming the 11th Division’s 3rd seat - he just decided not to because Ikkaku wants it. 

Also did we forget that Yumichika literally repressed part of his soul (his zanpakutou) and willingly does so because it doesn’t adhere to the principles of the 11th Division and thus Ikkaku’s principles?? I find it insanely ironic how Ikkaku also has a Kido-based Bankai and this is once more, unwelcome in the 11th. I don’t know what parallels to draw there but it’s strangely poetic in a sense. I absolutely love it. These two are a ride and die pair, and doesn’t actually mind dying.

4. Ishida Ryuuken and Kurosaki Isshin

Are they both married? Yes. Are they both dads? Yes. Do I care? No.

Jokes aside, this pair is definitely enemies to friends galore. Whether they progressed to the lovers stage is another debate, but I’d like to think Ryuuken shooting arrows aimed at Isshin’s head is just another way of expressing his friendship for the other man.

To clarify, I don’t necessarily see these two in a romantic light. I don’t think they ever could progress to that stage; the way I see their relationship is similar to Kyoraku and Ukitake’s - a pair of old men who stuck with each other. In Ryuuken and Isshin’s case, they don’t necessarily like each other, they do it out of necessity. 

(Also, Ryuuken rightfully hates Isshin for a lot of shit that he pulled. Not that Ryuuken is exactly the model father, but he’s much better than that douchebag over there.)

But the thing is, their relationship benefits a lot of people. To the extent that I could argue it benefits the Bleach-verse. That much is clear in their past - even though they are of opposite sides of the world (Quincy vs Shinigami), they decided to put aside their differences for Masaki. Of course Ryuuken got the short end of the stick for that, but at the end Masaki was saved and Aizen’s plans were thwarted (for the time being, anyways). And then it happened again in the TYBW Arc - they went to Wahrweit together to kill Yhwach. Whether the two actually played a decisive role in the battle was quite debatable, but nonetheless they liked each other enough to work together, and when they do, it usually ends well.

My problem with these two is the fact that Kubo!! doesn’t!! portray!! enough!! of these two!! The Quincy Encyclopaedia episodes were so funny and stupid and it just shows how much potential there is for this DILF pair?? And honestly why wouldn’t you show more? Both of their sons were off to save the world, both their wives were killed by the same dude (that their sons later went off to kill). I wish Kubo showed more of their relationship along the same lines as Uryuu and Ichigo had in the early episodes of Bleach - honestly, the fact that this wasn’t shown more in the TYBW was Kubo’s biggest loss, imo. 

Also if you think about it Yhwach and Aizen actually drew these two together, against all odds. Even the universe can’t keep these two old men apart from their grudging friendship. I absolutely love it.

5. Hisagi Shuuhei and Ayasegawa Yumichika

Yes, I know I literally just talked about Yumichika and Ikkaku, but let me ramble about this as well. 

I know these two don’t actually get a lot of screentime together in either the anime or the manga, because Hisagi is usually with Kira and Yumichika with Ikkaku, but what we’ve seen is enough for me to fantasise and giggle like a maniac *rubs hands gleefully*

First of all, we see Yumichika releasing his actual shikai in front of Hisagi in the SS arc - granted, this is in response to the news that Ikkaku may be defeated and in mortal danger, but unfortunately, Hisagi survives at the end of it. And to me, there’s some kind of twisted romanticism to be taken from the irony (and tragedy, on Yumichika’s part, because Ru’iro Kujaku was seen by someone who managed to tell the tale - not that Hisagi ever does, anyways) of the entire situation. You would’ve thought that something would’ve came out of this - it’s a big revelation, after all, and Yumichika is someone who can and has shown to be capable of taking that secret to the grave if need be. But literally nothing happens! We don’t even get to see much interaction between the two because Hisagi later angsts over losing his captain (rightfully so) with Kira, and forms something of a friendship with Komamura. 

Then we see Yumichika rushing to Ikkaku’s aid, and halfway through get held off by Hisagi. Again!! I don’t know whether this is deliberate on Kubo’s part or whether he decided Hisagi was probably the only one who could hold Yumichika in all of his murderous rage, but I don’t hate it. I actually rather like it. I guess it shows the two sides of Yumichika that receives different attitudes - Ikkaku enables and rides that wave of eccentricity with him, while Hisagi helps keep him in rein. I have a thing for control in relationships, so I guess I love this one :D 

But yes, to me, this is a huge missed opportunity that I don’t think get talked about enough. For the whole part, these two behave like normal and like colleagues around each other (as they should), but the sexual tension between them tells me otherwise. After all, who knows what happens behind closed doors? 

6. Kuchiki Rukia and Kurosaki Ichigo

Aha, if you don’t think I have it within me to have room for one more straight couple (actually the only straight couple so far - Yoruichi and Kisuke are both bi/pan, I don’t make the rules), you’re absolutely wrong. We have Ichiruki here for your enjoyment :D 

The main reason this sits on my top list is because of how criminally robbed of this pairing we are. Don’t get me wrong, I think Rukia can end up with Renji and Orihime x Ichigo is equally possible. 

If Ichiruki didn’t already exist.

I’m sure you don’t need me to tell you exactly why, because there are countless many other blogs who have probably analysed this pair to death and cursed Kubo in the same breath already. But in a nutshell, the gist (and how I feel) is basically this - the entire series had set itself up in a way that makes Ichigo (and Rukia, in the same line) impossible to end up with anyone else except the person they started off with. Yes, Orihime and Renji are both very dear companions to them both who both have the opportunity to be something more, but the endgame has to be Ichigo and Rukia. Literally just look at the panel I’ve used - since when has Ichigo ever looked at Orihime with such tenderness in his eyes? Never, that’s the answer. And to have the series end with him marrying Orihime - the girl who has only ever been a classmate to him, who has only ever been a friend to him? I think even Kubo realised the irony (and inaccuracy) of the entire situation when he aptly names the last chapter of the manga ‘The Death and The Strawberry’. Yes, you can argue that he did that because that was what the first chapter of the manga was, it’s a nice call back to the beginning of the series, etc. etc. But the funny thing was, the first chapter was a very illustrative example of how characters were set up to be together.

Anyways, I could go into a whole tangent into why these two absolutely deserve to be together, but you’ve probably heard this way too many times already, so I’ll just shut up and leave you with that specific manga panel.

(edit: I just went down a rabbit hole of scrolling down the Bleach meta tag - I’m correcting my stance because there are many people who pointed out how Renji x Rukia is very possible and legitimate. And I agree. The problem isn’t Renruki, the problem is Ichihime. I think Renruki is very legit but it won’t sit on my top list for...reasons. So here’s some Ichiruki because I do like this ship quite a lot)

7. Ootoribashi ‘Rose’ Roojuurou and Hirako Shinji

A crack ship, all things considered, to be honest, but one that actually has potential and could happen. (For those wondering, no, Mashiro and Kensei are not crack ship potential. There is potential for Kensei to die of high blood pressure, but that’s it) 

I know these two are stuck in no screentime hell again, and in fact don’t actually have any panels together (hence this screenshot from 110 years ago when they were lined up in order of Division during Kisuke’s promotion), but if you think about it, they do have some similarities. Personality-wise, they are the only two who I think are chill enough to tolerate certain members of the Visored and Gotei 13. Sure, Rose may need to compose a ballad to do it, but he could. (I don’t count Hacchi because he’s the only normal member of the Visoreds and is overworked enough) They’re also the relatively normal members of the group and aren’t too crazy in the already eccentric nature of the Bleach-verse. Plus, they both share a like for music. Anyone who listens to music (esp jazz and classical) are good in my books. 

To be honest, I think one of the reasons why I decided to pair these two together is because they’re the two I see able to interact normally with each other within the Visoreds. You could theoretically put some members of the Visoreds together, but it’ll probably involve a lot of shouting and sandals to the face or where it hurts. 

Plus, they both seem to be quite meticulous in their appearances and care to dress and present well enough to have long hair (which is a bitch to deal with at best). What’s not to like (ship)? 

MINOR SPOILERS FOR THE MANGA/TYBW BELOW

8. Kurotsuchi Nemu and Akon

Ah yes. The only two people in the 12th Division who even remotely emanates the meaning of the word ‘normal’. Or at least as normal as you can be whilst being in the 12th.

This is also a pair which I don’t...really see as romantic in nature? It’s a possibility for sure, given enough time and interaction. Especially if Nemu starts to stop trying to gain Mayuri’s approval and love and detaches herself from him more, the first person she would form a significant relationship with would definitely be Akon. And to be honest, I think that relationship is already there. Putting aside their exchange about her existence (as shown here) when she was little aside, I should think as colleagues they would have discussions about the future of the 12th Division and SDRI (though that might involve a lot of Nemu saying ‘I need to run this through Mayuri-sama’ and ‘whatever Mayuri-sama says is good enough’). I also headcanon Nemu spending her sparse amounts of free time (when not with the Shinigami Women’s Association or Mayuri) with Akon?? In the context of the 12th Division, Akon is a good model for what ‘normal behaviour’ looks like, especially if you’re trying to fit in. He also noticeably doesn’t judge. At all. He’d seen much worse than someone trying to handle their own emotions, and that doesn’t come with stakes that are too high like the 12th Division exploding and needing to allocate a decent amount of the budget to renovations (which unfortunately happens more often than you think). All in all, I feel like the Nemu x Akon ship is quite sibling-like in nature.

It’s possible (and here I’m starting to cook up headcanons, lmao) that they also have interactions together where Akon is trying to teach Nemu to be normal, or at least act normally enough that is acceptable in the larger realm of the Gotei 13, because god forbid Mayuri doesn’t have the time, patience, nor experience to actually teach her that. (Akon is of the opinion that the 12th Division already has one psychotic maniac in their leadership, it doesn’t need two) So Akon is the one who lets her know what ‘normal’ looks like - he doesn’t actively teach her because he’s not that type of guy, but bit by bit Nemu picks it up by proximity, until her speech is formal enough and she doesn’t ask questions that are too absurd. 

And yes, there is absolutely one interaction where she catches him on one of his smoke breaks, tries to smoke, and accidentally swallows a cigarette. Akon may or may not have panicked, and he may or may not have been either waved away dismissively by Mayuri, or screamed at by his boss.

Honestly, this man doesn’t get paid enough to deal with all the shit that happens. 

MAJOR SPOILERS FOR THE MANGA/TYBW BELOW

9. Ishida Uryuu and Jugram Haschwalth

Let me preface this by saying what an injustice that this particular manga panel wasn’t the first search result on Google. I had to find it through this hellsite 

Anyways, for the people who don’t know what is between these two and are brave enough to spoil the contents of the manga for themselves, basically Uryuu goes to the Wandenreich to avenge his mother by playing double agent between the bad Quincy (Yhwach’s gang) and the good Quincy (himself, his father, and everyone else in his family) - which actually benefits the Shinigami, but that’s another mess to clean up later. Uryuu goes through the whole thing of pledging loyalty to Yhwach and ending up a member of the Sternritter, and was even made Yhwach’s heir. Everyone is obviously pissed at this because Jugram is the rightful heir, but he keeps silent and plays at being a good sport. Until Uryuu tries to sneak into Yhwach’s room. Then he blows his top and corners Uryuu - literally.

I have to admit, I actually ship this pair first when I first saw Jugram on-screen purely for purposes of aesthecism, before realising the whole schtick between Jugram and Bazz-B (more on that later), and the whole other schtick between Jugram and Yhwach (who are entirely possible, but a pair I don’t ship). But then when you think about it, these two have this whole enemies to lovers/Quincy prince thing going on that I’m absolutely invested in. Jugram knows Uryuu has his own nefarious reasons for joining the Sternritter, and he’s the one who has the most potential to topple everything he currently stands and lives for, but at the same time, doesn’t that just free up the whole baggage for Jugram to actually live his own life? The way I see it, Jugram doesn’t really have much of a purpose in his life - he doesn’t know what to do with it, because all his life someone else gives it meaning. First Bazz-B, then Yhwach. Uryuu presents an escape from all of this. Especially adding to the fact that he’s a Gemischt and Jugram is an Echt. I might be slightly delusional but to me this reeks of a prince x forbidden lover troupe. And I’m absolutely obsessed with it.

AO3 why is there less than 10 pages for your Jugram x Uryuu fics :’)

10. Jugram Haschwalth and Bazz-B 

For those who don’t know the nature of their relationship and wants to know ahead of time, these two basically are again, childhood friends who grew up to be military men (do I have a type? I have a type). They are both 1,000+ and have been in the first generation of the Sternritter when Yhwach was first sealed away, and actually started off wanting to murder the heck out of Yhwach rather than serve him. 

I’ll obviously start this one off with - if you lived more than 1,000 years and haven’t developed feelings for your best friend, especially someone as attractive as [one of the two people here], something is wrong with you. 

The bittersweet taste of betrayal is so strong with these two as well - starting off intending to murder a man only to have your best friend become his right hand man and be called his ‘other half’? You can’t tell me Bazz-B hasn’t been upset or pined painfully for Jugram, even if just for his friendship. The entire relationship is just so bittersweet and brimming with possibility that it makes my heart wrench a little (actually, a lot). And unlike the rest of the ships on this list, it’s unrequited love on both sides that could flourish into something that never came to fruition. Which makes it even more easy for me to go feral because !! Don’t we all love angst. And especially that last scene where the two of them fight it out? :(((

(In case you haven’t noticed, yes, I’m trying hard not to write too much and give away too much because anime-only fans would get spoilers and we don’t want that. And to be fair, I’ve only really read the Bleach wiki about these two so I can’t say I know much about their relationship, but what I do know is making me go absolutely fucking ballistic.) 

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So yeah, my current top ships so far. Definitely more to come, and definitely not the end of it. I know most of them are gay relationships, but unfortunately that’s how I swing :’) Feel free to ask me about some of these and other ships as well!! I love talking about stuff hehe 

Other honourable mentions: Hisagi and his guitar, Mayuri and his exploding ear, Hiyori and her sandals, Starrk and his bed, Lisa and her porn magazines, Harribel and Nel, Mayuri and Senjumaru 

[ciaossu-imagines]

BLEACH MASTERLISTS

Byakuya Kuchiki

Reaction to sticking it in the wrong hole during sex

With a goofy s/o dressing up like a mobster and pretending to rob them

Karaoke songs

Gin Ichimaru

Hitsugaya Toshirou

Relationship & general headcanons

Assorted headcanons

Ichigo Kurosaki

Isshin Kurosaki

Jushiro Ukitake

Cuddling with him

Reaction to sticking it in the wrong hole during sex

Teacher AU! where he falls in love with a student

With a goofy s/o dressing up like a mobster and pretending to rob them

NSFW headcanons

His s/o singing to him

Karaoke songs

Kensei Muguruma

Addiction headcanons

NSFW headcanons

Kisuke Urahara

Favourite holiday dish

Assorted headcanons

Renji Abarai

NSFW headcanons

With a goofy s/o dressing up like a mobster and pretending to rob them

Karaoke songs

Yoruichi Shihouin

Ururu Tsumugiya

Hisagi Shuuhei

Shunsui Kyouraku