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

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

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

Ichigo informs Kariya that he can no longer heal himself by absorbing spirit particles because the researcher Rantao sealed that ability. [4]