Heat continues the Thousand-Year Blood War arc with escalating tension and the stakes are high. Mask De Masculine’s onslaught continues as he takes on multiple Soul Reaper captains at once. However, he may have met his match when Renji makes his appearance. Meanwhile, the secrets behind the Quincy king’s power may finally be revealed. Amidst the chaos, Ichigo finds himself facing off against the formidable Sternritter, Askin Nakk Le Vaar, who proves to be a cunning adversary, who can use his unique abilities to manipulate the very environment around him.