Ichigo prepares to leave the Royal Palace to return to the Seireitei but is stopped by Hyosube, who claims that Ichigo cannot defeat Yhwach as he is now. Meanwhile, in the Wandenreich, Yhwach gathers the Stern Ritter to announce that he is naming Uryu, the last surviving Quincy in this world, as his successor. This sudden development causes tension among the Stern Ritter, including Bazz-B, who lashes out in frustration at Haschwalth. Even Uryu himself questions Yhwach's decision and asks for an explanation.