The "story" of the episode truly began when the Hollows materialized mid-match. Instead of reaching for their Zanpakutō, the Soul Reapers realized the only way to banish these specific spirits was to defeat them at the game. The ball became a blur of spiritual pressure, glowing blue and red as it whistled through the air.
By the end of the day, the stadium was a wreck, the "tournament" was technically a draw, and the Hollows had been kicked back into Hueco Mundo. Ichigo sighed, realizing that in the Soul Society, even a "day off" usually involved an accidental explosion or two. Bleach (Dub) Episode 205
The Shinigami had organized a , a traditional kick-ball game, to boost morale. However, the peace was shattered when a group of restless Hollows decided they wanted to join the roster. The "story" of the episode truly began when