Zangetsu
Zangetsu is the Zanpakutō spirit of Ichigo Kurosaki, possessing exceptional swordsmanship and speed. He desires to see Ichigo reach his full potential, even if it means being defeated by him, and his Bankai, Tensa Zangetsu, drastically enhances his power.
Quick Facts
What is Zangetsu's race?
Zanpakutō Spirit
Who is Zangetsu's master?
Ichigo Kurosaki
What is Zangetsu's Shikai?
An oversized, black khyber knife
What is Zangetsu's Bankai?
Tensa Zangetsu
What is Zangetsu's signature move?
Getsuga Tenshō
What is Zangetsu's personality?
Prefers natural surroundings, desires to see Ichigo's true potential
What is Zangetsu's goal?
To make Ichigo more powerful and determine who is stronger
Description
Personality
Zangetsu, Ichigo Kurosaki's Zanpakutō spirit, possesses a unique personality distinct from other Zanpakutō. While preferring natural settings over Ichigo's inner world of skyscrapers, his primary motivation isn't self-serving like other rogue Zanpakutō spirits. Instead, Zangetsu desires to push Ichigo to his full potential, even if it means a fight to the death to determine who is stronger. He values strength and growth above all else, and his actions are driven by a desire to see Ichigo surpass him. This contrasts sharply with the typical self-serving motivations of other Zanpakutō spirits. Despite his seemingly harsh methods, Zangetsu shows a complex understanding of Ichigo's potential and a genuine desire for his growth. His willingness to fight Ichigo to test his limits, and his later collaboration with Ichigo against Muramasa, demonstrate a unique bond and a commitment to Ichigo's development, even if it means pushing him to his breaking point. His final words to Ichigo, expressing contentment regardless of the outcome of their battle, highlight his dedication to Ichigo's strength and self-discovery.
Abilities
Zangetsu, as Ichigo Kurosaki's Zanpakutō spirit, possesses exceptional combat prowess and abilities stemming from his nature as a Zanpakutō and his unique relationship with Ichigo. His abilities include: * **Master Swordsman:** Zangetsu demonstrates highly proficient swordsmanship, capable of fighting effectively with one hand and landing critical hits with precise maneuvers. * **Enhanced Speed and Agility:** He possesses remarkable speed, surpassing even the speed of Shunpo (flash steps), making him difficult to track visually. This speed allows him to create numerous afterimages to confuse opponents. * **Shikai (斬月 - Zangetsu):** His Shikai takes the form of a large, black khyber knife. Its special ability is Getsuga Tenshō (月牙天衝 - Moon Fang Heaven-Piercer), a concentrated energy blast fired from the blade in the shape of a crescent moon or wave. * **Bankai (天鎖斬月 - Tensa Zangetsu):** Unlike most Bankai, Tensa Zangetsu compresses Zangetsu's power into a smaller, black daitō (long sword). This compression drastically enhances his physical and spiritual power, speed, and strength. Getsuga Tenshō is significantly amplified in this form, becoming black with a red outline, controllable in trajectory and shape, and possessing explosive power and speed. The Bankai also grants a massive increase in spiritual energy, appearing as deep black with a crimson outline.