Bleach Episode 272 -

Ulquiorra regenerates (high-speed regeneration), but Hollow Ichigo tears off one of his wings and impales him with his own horn. For the first time in his existence, Ulquiorra feels fear. He realizes this hollowfied child has achieved the power that he, an Espada, never could — the ability to fight without reason, purely on instinct.

Ichigo lies unconscious after being struck by a Lanza del Relámpago (Lightning Lance) explosion. Ulquiorra stands over Ichigo’s body. He reflects that Ichigo’s power fluctuates wildly — from being weaker than a Fracción to surpassing an Espada. He deduces that Ichigo lets his emotions fuel his strength, but when his fear outweighs his resolve, he crumbles. Ulquiorra calls him a “failure” and raises a Cero Oscuras to finish him. The Hollow Transformation Just as the Cero is about to fire, Ichigo’s body begins to convulse. His eyes open — black sclera with yellow irises. A massive explosion of black and red spiritual pressure erupts, shattering the ground. bleach episode 272

The Hollow Ichigo moves faster than Ulquiorra can track. He grabs Ulquiorra’s face and smashes him through a stone pillar. He then catches the Lanza del Relámpago mid-throw, crushes it, and punches a hole through Ulquiorra’s stomach. Ichigo lies unconscious after being struck by a