Key takeaways
- Captains in Bleach are powerful, but some are underrated despite playing a vital role in protecting the Soul Society.
- Characters like Rojuro, Soi Fon, and Ukitake deserve more credit for their strength and sacrifice.
- Mayuri may seem crazy, but he proves to be a hero in the thousand-year blood war, saving many lives.
in the world of BleachA captain is a high-ranking member of soul society, defined by his immense strength and ability to unleash a powerful Bankai technique. Throughout the series, each of the Gotei 13 has had their time in the spotlight and all have proven their worth as captains, though some have received more praise than others.

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Whether it's due to a lack of screen time, being overshadowed by their peers, or simply not having a flashy enough design, there are many captains who have struggled to reach the same level of fame as fan favorites like Byakuya. Hitsugaya. This is despite the fact that most of these characters have played a large role in helping to protect the Soul Society from danger, making them underappreciated given their efforts.
7 Rozuro Otoribashi
Despite the lack of screen time, Rozuro still shows himself to be a formidable fighter
- First Appearance: Episode 122
However Rozuro, also commonly known as Rose, was a former captain at the time BleachAs the story begins, he reclaims his position after Aizen's defeat and leads the Thousand Year Blood War. Although he doesn't actually appear that much on screen, Rozuro often gets a bad rep due to his bankai scene, where he willingly explains to his rival Masque de Masculine how his unique abilities work, only for Masque to directly counter him. .
However, Rozuro needs to be given a lot of credit, considering how strong he really is. His Bankai, the Kinshara Butodan, allows the user to create illusions through the use of music, with Rojuro himself claiming that it can trick his enemies into not breathing when successfully pulled. Rojuro's creative Bankai, combined with his special abilities as a member of the Vizored, make him a truly compelling fighter; It is unfortunate that he was forced to go against a sterneritter as strong as Masque de Masqueline.
6 soi phone
Soi Fon took down her fair share of tough opponents, even though she was often overshadowed
- First Appearance: Episode 24
A major reason why Soi Fon seems so forgettable at times is her resemblance to Yoruichi. While the two are incredibly fast and deadly assassins in their own right, Yoruichi's witty personality and unique powers make her a bit more interesting than her student, though that doesn't suggest that Soi Fon hasn't still proven to be incredibly powerful. Useful property for Gotei 13.

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During Fake Karakura Town, for example, his explosive Bankai and nimble moves allowed him to briefly hold off even Baragon, once known as the King of Hueco Mundo. Not only that, but she was able to hold her own against BG-9, who would have taken many more lives had she not been stopped during the initial Quincy attack.
5 Kaname Tosen
He may be remembered as a villain, but Tosen had one of the best backstories of any captain.
- First Appearance: Episode 24
Kaname is remembered as one of Aizen's stooges after betraying the Spirit Society, but there was a time when this blind swordsman held the position of captain of Squad 9. Even though he's only been captain for a short time, there's still a good amount of backstory given to Kaname, which makes him a more interesting character than one might think.
Kaname's goal since he was young was to become a Shinigami and bring peace to the world by dispensing justice with as little bloodshed as possible in the process. Compared to many captains, this is one of the more touching motivations for him to become Soul Reaper, though it can be easy to forget, as he is often seen serving Aizen's orders for most of the series.
4 Sajin Komamura
Komamura doesn't get enough credit for how much he sacrificed to keep his friends safe
- First Appearance: Episode 24
Komamura is another one of those captains who doesn't get as much prominence as his peers, although when he does appear, he always goes the extra mile to protect his allies in any way he can. During Fake Karakura Town, for example, it is Komamura who comes to the aid of both Ikkaku and Iba, fending off Cho Neng Po's attack to ensure that the Soul Reapers do not suffer more casualties than they need to.
His ultimate sacrifice comes later in the story, though, during the second Quincy attack. Although he initially charges straight for Yowatch's base, Komamura is stopped along the way to prevent Sternritter Bambietta from continuing his massacre of the following Soul Reapers. Komamura not only frees his Bankai, but he also unveils his human form, which eventually turns him into a wolf as punishment. The captain did all this to ensure that his allies had a less powerful enemy to face on the battlefield, and for that, he is superior. A devalued member of the Gotei 13.
3 Joshiro Ukitake
Ukitake's ultimate sacrifice to stabilize the three worlds makes him a significantly underrated character
- First Appearance: Episode 24
Whenever Ukitake shows up Bleach In the story, most of the time, he is accompanied by his best friend, Kyoraku. Kyoraku's lively designs and flamboyant personality often overshadow Ukitake, who is portrayed as more generous and serious. Despite being a bit bland in personality, it's hard to deny that Ukitake has made some truly heroic moves to save the Spirit Society and its people from danger.

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A prime example of this comes in the second half of the Thousand-Year Blood War, where Ukitake willingly lets the Soul King spare his life after splitting him in two. Without this sacrifice, the three worlds would have collided Bleach The story would have ended there and then. So, while Ukitake can sometimes blend into the background, he still deserves more credit than he usually gets.
2 Genryusai Yamamoto
Yamamoto's failures should not overshadow how much he has contributed to the spirit society
- First Appearance: Episode 24
Of course, despite being the strongest captain by a country mile, Yamamoto doesn't get many opportunities to showcase his strength throughout the series. When he does, it usually comes at his own expense, like during his epic bout with Yowatch where it's revealed he's been throwing his Bankai at the clone the whole time, making him look a little silly.
Therefore, it can be easy to criticize Yamamoto, especially since he has sometimes been seen as very harsh and even hostile towards his own captains. It's worth noting, though, that it was Yamamoto who founded Gotei 13 in the first place. Although they are largely seen as criminals, Yamamoto is credited with overseeing the group and facilitating its progress and modernization over the past few centuries.
1 Mayuri Korutsuchi
A mad scientist who became the hero of the Thousand Year Blood War
- First Appearance: Episode 24
When Mayuri is first introduced during the Soul Society arc, he comes across as little more than a mad scientist who is by far the most morally corrupt of all the Gotei 13. As a result, many people dismissed him as a dangerous psychopath. Capable of spreading chaos and destruction, the truth is that Mayuri's twisted mind has seen her save the other captains and even the entire soul society. on many occasions.
This is especially evident during the Thousand-Year Blood War where Mayuri is the one who not only discovers that the invaders are of Quincy origin, but that they can steal the Bankai. Additionally, Mayuri single-handedly defeats an army of zombies that would infect the entire Soul Society under Giselle's command. On top of that, he saved several captains from death, including Zaraki Kenpachi. He also had a role in building the gateway to the Soul Palace at the end of the story. It might be easy to dismiss Mayuri as just another mad scientist who lost his marbles, but in reality, the captain does a lot of heavy lifting for Gotei 13, especially later in the series.

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