12 : Everything But The Rain June Truth -

: It is revealed that "Old Man Zangetsu" is not his true Shinigami power, but rather the manifestation of his Quincy powers , taking the form of Yhwach from 1,000 years ago. Conclusion

Following her battle with the Hollow known as "White," Masaki suffered from "Hollowfication," a process that threatened to destroy her soul. 12 : Everything But The Rain June Truth

: On that specific day, Yhwach (the Father of the Quincy) performed the "Auswählen" (Holy Selection). He forcibly stripped "impure" Quincy of their powers to restore his own strength. : It is revealed that "Old Man Zangetsu"

The "June Truth" segment serves as the emotional and narrative climax of the flashback arc detailing the origins of . It reveals the tragic circumstances surrounding the death of his mother, Masaki Kurosaki , and explains the hybrid nature of Ichigo's powers as a blend of Shinigami, Quincy, and Hollow. Key Narrative Findings 1. The Stabilization of Masaki Kurosaki He forcibly stripped "impure" Quincy of their powers

: Kisuke Urahara proposed a radical stabilization method.