"Bleach" Chapter 686 predictions suggest that Ichigo Kurosaki will be the next Soul King. The prediction came after Ichigo was able to defeat Yhwach who has absorbed the Soul King to deserve the title. Since Ichigo managed to defeat Yhwach in the previous chapter, reprotedly, he should be proclaimed the Soul King.
Due to Ichigo's achievements, fans are expecting that he may hold a higher position in "Bleach" Chapter 686. Another prediction surfaced that he could also turn out to be a Royal Guard at the end. However, readers may still expect that he will still be the same mortal character who possesses Shinigami powers
In "Bleach" Chapter 685, the storyline took the readers into a 10-year time skip. The previous chapter showed Kyoraki visiting Ukitake's grave. There, he reminisced the battle between him and Yhwach. For 10 years, it is the first time that the Soul Society enjoyed the tranquility, Chattsportsnet reported.
"Bleach" Chapter 685 also featured the appearances of Mayuri, Nemuri, Kenpachi, Ikkaku, Yumichika and some other captains. It has been revealed that Iba has become a new captain while Mayuri seemed to be doing an unrecognized activity in an underground society. Kenpachi justified himself from the accusation that he lacks sense of direction while Shuhei has not shown his Bankai yet for the past ten years.
Some captains retained their positions over the years while there are other who were dismissed from the squad in "Bleach" Chapter 685. Soi Fon is one of the characters who remained in position and maintained his title as a captain. However, Unohana was removed from the position and was replaced by Isana, Anime News Network reported.
"Bleach" Chapter 685 also revealed that Rose and Byakuya are still alive. In the previous chapter, the captains were seen lining up as Rukia arrived. Following that, Rukia was then pronounced as a new captain. Watch the "Bleach" Chapter 685 recap here.
