Ichigo scrambles to survive Ururu's devastating blows and, almost without noticing, clears his first lesson, only for Urahara to sever his lifeline and fling him straight into the next trial as his friends seek out training of their own.
Summary
Emerging shaken from the dust of Ururu's opening strike, Ichigo grabs the protective headgear and keeps his distance, awed by the raw force behind her punches. Only after a fumbling, mortifying attempt to switch on the gear with a ridiculous chant does he find a rhythm, first fleeing outright, then realizing he can outrun her and slip past her fists. He works his way inside her guard and finally grazes her cheek, but the moment blood appears she counters coldly, kicking him into a rock wall.
Key Events
Certain he has failed, Ichigo asks for another try, only to be told he has already passed. Urahara reminds him the goal was simply to remain standing after the first blow, not to defeat a girl whose combat skill rivals a Soul Reaper's. The real aim was survival, he explains: spiritual power surges fastest when a soul is thrown into mortal danger, so Ichigo would either awaken enough energy to dodge or die trying. Since his strength plainly rose, the lesson is finished.
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Notes
When Urahara proposes moving on to celebrate, Ichigo assumes a meal is coming, only for Tessai to swing an axe and sever his Chain of Fate, launching him directly into the second lesson. Across town, Orihime and Sado wonder what training could possibly involve, and Yoruichi warns them that anyone determined to reach Soul Society will need it, and that the coming lessons are not for the timid. The chapter was adapted into episode 18, Reclaim! The Power of the Shinigami.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens in Bleach chapter 60, Lesson 1-2: DOWN!!?
Ichigo survives Ururu's assault and unexpectedly passes his first lesson, only for Tessai to sever his Chain of Fate and hurl him straight into the second trial.
What was the real goal of Ichigo's first lesson?
Urahara explains the goal was simply to remain standing after the first blow rather than to defeat Ururu, because spiritual power surges fastest when a soul is thrown into mortal danger, so Ichigo would either awaken enough energy to dodge or die trying.
How does the second lesson begin in chapter 60?
When Urahara proposes celebrating, Ichigo assumes a meal is coming, only for Tessai to swing an axe and sever his Chain of Fate, launching him directly into the second lesson.
What does Yoruichi say about the training in chapter 60?
Yoruichi warns Orihime and Sado that anyone determined to reach Soul Society will need training, and that the coming lessons are not for the timid.
Which anime episode adapts Bleach chapter 60?
Chapter 60, "Lesson 1-2: DOWN!!," was adapted into episode 18, "Reclaim! The Power of the Shinigami."
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