Fortnite's highly anticipated collaboration with the legendary anime Bleach has finally arrived, bringing four iconic characters from the Soul Society to the Battle Royale island. After years of fan requests, Ichigo Kurosaki, Orihime Inoue, Rukia Kuchiki, and Uryu Ishida will join the Item Shop on December 20, 2025, at 7 PM ET, each offering unique skins, styles, and thematic cosmetics. This crossover marks another major anime integration into Epic Games' ever-expanding universe, allowing players to embody their favorite Shinigami and Quincy warriors. The meticulously designed outfits capture each character's essence, complete with transformative abilities and signature weapons perfect for dominating the battlefield. 🎮✨

Ichigo Kurosaki: The Substitute Soul Reaper

Leading the charge is the orange-haired protagonist, Ichigo Kurosaki. Priced at 1,500 V-Bucks, his bundle includes:

• Default Outfit: His classic Substitute Soul Reaper attire.

• Alternate Style: A terrifying Fully-Hollowfied transformation, activated either via locker selection or the included Built-In Emote.

• Zangetsu Pickaxe: Wield his massive, iconic sword in battle.

Ichigo embodies raw power, making him a must-have for fans aiming to channel his relentless spirit during intense firefights. His arrival sets the stage for an anime-infused showdown.

Orihime Inoue: Healing Power Unleashed

Don't underestimate Orihime Inoue's gentle demeanor. For 1,500 V-Bucks, players get:

• Default School Outfit: Her recognizable high school uniform.

• Orihime's Bag Back Bling: A cute accessory perfect for carrying healing items (or snacks!).

• Pin Wand Pickaxe: Her unique hairpin transforms into a magical wand for harvesting materials.

Though often seen as supportive, Orihime’s spiritual powers translate surprisingly well to Fortnite’s combat dynamics. Her cosmetics add a touch of charm and tactical versatility.

Rukia Kuchiki: Soul Society’s Ice Specialist

Squad 13's Lieutenant, Rukia Kuchiki, commands frost and precision. Her 1,500 V-Bucks bundle features:

• Lieutenant Outfit: Her standard Soul Reaper robes.

• Secret Style: Transform into the elegant Hakka No Togame (Dance of White Petals) form using the Built-In Emote or locker.

• Rukia's Ribbons Back Bling: Delicate ribbons flowing from her hair.

• Sode No Shirayuki Pickaxe: Summon her beautiful ice-based Zanpakutō to shatter structures.

Rukia offers a blend of grace and deadly efficiency, ideal for players favoring strategic, calculated gameplay. ❄️

Uryu Ishida: The Quincy Archer’s Pride

Completing the quartet is the stoic Quincy archer, Uryu Ishida, also priced at 1,500 V-Bucks. His set includes:

• Quincy Outfit: His signature white uniform and glasses.

• Sasamekojaku Back Bling: A Quincy cross emblem.

• Quincy Arrow Pickaxe: Fire spiritual arrows to gather resources.

Character	Price (V-Bucks)	Key Cosmetic 1	Key Cosmetic 2	Special Style
Ichigo Kurosaki	1,500	Zangetsu Pickaxe	N/A	Fully-Hollowfied
Orihime Inoue	1,500	Orihime's Bag (Back)	Pin Wand Pickaxe	N/A
Rukia Kuchiki	1,500	Rukia's Ribbons (Back)	Sode No Shirayuki Pickaxe	Hakka No Togame
Uryu Ishida	1,500	Sasamekojaku (Back)	Quincy Arrow Pickaxe	N/A

Win Uryu’s Gear for Free!

A thrilling opportunity precedes the official launch. The BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War Cup tournament kicks off on December 19, 2025. Top-performing squads can earn Uryu Ishida’s entire cosmetic set—outfit, back bling, and pickaxe—completely free! This competitive event promises intense matches themed around the anime’s climactic arc, letting dedicated players showcase their skills for exclusive rewards. Participation details are available in-game under the 'Competitive' tab.

Final Thoughts & Availability

Epic Games continues its trend of blockbuster crossovers, delivering fan service with authentic details:

• All skins and cosmetics launch simultaneously on December 20, 7 PM ET.

• Each character bundle costs 1,500 V-Bucks individually.

• Built-In Emotes for Ichigo and Rukia enable instant style changes mid-match.

• Expect themed challenges and possibly a mini-pass post-launch.

The Bleach x Fortnite collaboration merges two massive worlds, offering players new ways to express fandom while battling for Victory Royales. Whether unleashing Hollow rage, deploying healing shields, summoning ice, or firing spiritual arrows, these warriors bring anime intensity to the island like never before. 🔥