The episode starts with Jidanbō (the gate's guard) being defeated and the rebels along with the Bounts opening the gate to the Soul Society. The Bounts get rid of the rebels. Later, Ichigo and the gang follow. Though injured, Jidanbō opens the gate so the gang could pass through, Inoue stays behind to heal him. Kariya tells Mabashi and Sawatari to create a diversion in Soul Society and confuse the captains so he could start working on his plan. A meeting for the captains is held, and Hitsugaya is releaved from his position for the moment. Mabashi starts creating the diversion, and attacks squads, then he attacks Soifon.
