Last updated: May 10, 2026
Bankai Requirements
- Shikai unlocked (Mastery 100+).
- Reach Mastery 500.
- Obtain a Tenshintai from Squad 12 Labs (requires defeating Kurotsuchi-type boss).
- Use the Tenshintai to materialise your Zanpakuto spirit.
- Defeat your Zanpakuto spirit in solo 1v1.
The Zanpakuto Spirit Fight
Your Zanpakuto spirit has 3× your Shikai stats with its own Shikai element. Tips:
- Stock consumables — healing and defense bufufs.
- Use the arena edges for gap-closes / kite angles.
- Parry chains into Shikai burst is the fastest kill.
- If you die, you keep Shikai but must re-farm Tenshintai.
What Bankai Gives You
- +50% base stats in Bankai form.
- A unique Bankai ability tied to your Shikai element.
- New mobility option (element-specific).
- Access to Bankai-only quests and raids.
After Bankai — Where to Go
- Soul Reaper Build Guide (Bankai-optimised splits)
- PvP Builds
- Latest patch notes for balance changes.
FAQ
Can you reset Bankai?
No — Bankai inherits your Shikai. Reset Shikai first (RSE code), then re-do the Bankai trial.
Can Hollows / Quincies get Bankai?
No. Bankai is Soul Reaper exclusive. Quincies have Vollständig; Hollows have Resurrección.