This guide is focused on how to draw Substitute Shinigami Ichigo Kurosaki and his Zanpakuto, Zangetsu, from the Bleach Rebirth of Souls game. The version shown here is from one of his most well-known forms with the oversized blade. Drawing this one takes some time due to the blade length and body twist, but the steps are all straightforward if you follow them in order.
Noting the Key Features of Ichigo and Zangetsu
- Ichigo has spiky short hair and a sharp jawline.
- The outfit is the standard Shinigami uniform – wide hakama, tied sash, loose sleeves.
- His Zanpakutō, Zangetsu, is massive— long and wide, with a flat back edge.
- The handle is wrapped and doesn’t have a guard.
- There’s a cloth tied to the sword, flowing back like a ribbon.
- His posture leans forward, suggesting movement or action.
If you’re working on this drawing, you might want to check out guides on Sado, Uryu Ishida, or Ichigo Vasto Lorde next since they all share the same Bleach drawing style and dynamic poses.
The Visual Drawing Breakdown
This guide uses a clear step-based color system to help track your progress:
- Red Color: shows the lines for the current step
- Black Color: marks the lines you’ve already drawn
- Grey Color: gives you the initial base sketch for proportions
The steps begin with rough outlines of Ichigo’s posture, then focus on shaping his head, the sword and the folds of the clothing. The final lines wrap up the fine details in the drawing.
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