Kariya kills his own subordinate, Maki Ichinose, after Ichinose attempts to stop Kariya's destructive path. [4]

Ichigo and Kariya engage in one last strike. Kariya is defeated and killed. Before disappearing, Ichigo realizes that Kariya’s ultimate goal was likely to reach Soul Society just to find a way to end his long, eternal life. [4] 📍 Epilogue & Conclusion

This report details , titled " The Wailing Bount! The Last Clash ," which serves as the climactic conclusion to the Bount Assault on Soul Society arc . 📺 Episode Overview

A summary of the (109) to see how the canon story resumes.

It is revealed that Go Koga , the only other surviving Bount, was rescued by Yoruichi and is recovering at Rantao’s hideout. He accepts that the Bounts are destined to fade away. [4]

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Following the battle, the episode provides closure for the Bount storyline:

During the fight, Ichigo’s Inner Hollow briefly takes over his body. Ichigo manages to regain control, which momentarily surprises Kariya. [4]