Ichigo Kurosaki, a high school student with a unique ability to see spirits, encounters the Soul Reaper Rukia Kuchiki in his room one fateful day. After a Hollow attack threatens his life, Ichigo gains unexpected Soul Reaper powers by absorbing Rukia's, becoming responsible for battling evil spirits. With the support of his friends Orihime Inoue and Yasutora Sado, who also develop spiritual abilities, Ichigo delves into a perilous world where the consequences of his newfound role as a protector of souls prove to be more daunting than he ever anticipated.