Bleach Episode 5 -

Ichigo eventually manages to slash Shrieker. However, because Shrieker committed heinous murders as a human, he cannot be purified and sent to the Soul Society like normal Hollows. Key Thematic Elements

Instead of the typical Konso (soul burial) process, the Gates of Hell appear to claim Shrieker. This introduces the series' concept that Zanpakutō only purify sins committed as a Hollow; sins committed as a human remain with the soul, leading to eternal damnation. Bleach Episode 5

This episode, which originally aired on November 2, 2004 , concludes the confrontation with the Hollow Shrieker and explores the dark implications of a soul's past actions on their afterlife. Episode Summary Ichigo eventually manages to slash Shrieker

Ichigo continues his battle against Shrieker, a Hollow who has been tormenting a young boy named Shibata for years. This introduces the series' concept that Zanpakutō only