Kisuke, despite his moral ambiguity knows his limitations and that his drive for knowledge can be dangerous. At the end of CFYOW he admits as such to Yoruichi, pleading that should he ever become a world endangering villain that she should see to it that those who are truly good mark his defeat. She stated that she'd twist his neck the moment he crosses that line. Makes sense that she'd do that since they are old friends and no friend would allow the other to sink to that point, and they where both killers for the status quo.

He’s not a paradox at all. He just understands, as Thomas Sowell says, “There are no solutions; only trade offs.”

I do love the fact that Kubo essentially let's Kisuke dance on the edge. It's why Aizen is so frustrated with him, it's why despite how brilliant and twisted Mayuri is, Kisuke annoys him. Kisuke is just that brilliant yet you know somewhere he's thought about "How could he change the current system? Should he? Can he?" All of which he's answered yes in his mind but when he looked at any other alternatives he came to conclusion that as messed up as the current system is, it's the best possible outcome. An answer we see he meets many times. Shinji and co? Best possible outcome Hogyouku? Best possible outcome Aizen? Best possible outcome Misaki Kurosaki? Best possible outcome Etc etc yet none of us would be surprised if one day "the best possible outcome" would not be satisfying enough for him.

Not gonna lie, it'd be really cool for Urahara to be the last antagonist. Not a villain, mind you. If executed correctly he could be the best written character of the whole series.

There’s a reason that Urahara was afraid he’d turn like Aizen if he didn’t have Yoruichi. And it makes sense. A character like Urahara is one that Kubo could do a lot with because of his moral ambiguity. The fact is that if Kubo got rid of Yoruichi, he could turn Urahara evil and no one would think “this is a terrible plot twist.”

One thing i never see talked about is how Urahara's shikai and bankai are both about change. His shikai changes his reaction according to what he wants or needs in said moment. His bankai changes the world, the reality he's presented in to his needs. These abilities say soo much about his core personality, how he deeply loves and yearns for change not only applied to him, but to the world itself. Yet even with all this information and all his possibilities of changing the way this twisted reality he lives in works, he'd rather defend it, he avoids and is against any change even if deep down his soul change is the one thing he wishes the most.

Hands down my favorite bleach character. even with all we know about him, i think we barely scratched the surface. I think a light novel dedicated to him is needed

There are things you have to remember: Urahara knows early world history, Urahara knows Soul King, Urahara knows Squad Zero, but that doesn't mean Urahara knows everything, because in reality, Urahara can still be wrong in predicting something, and aren't all you Bleach fans curious about why Urahara chose Rukia to carry the hogyoku?

I have rewatched the anime a number it times. And every interaction between Kisuke and Aizen is unique. The truth is if Kisuke decided to be evil one day, we’d never know it was him behind it until he had won. That’s why he’s so scary as a character

Kisuke knows better than anyone that just because you implement a new system, that alone won’t make it better. If you’ve ever worked for a bad boss, we’re elated that bad boss got fired, then the company finds an even worse boss. Kisuke is fighting to make the world as it is a better place to live.

Kisuke's perspective is simple. It boils down to "people are able to have good lives as things are. Why would we change it and risk ruining that? It's fun to explore the machinations of our world, but changing the fundamental nature of our world doesn't ensure positive outcomes for anyone. Not even the people making the changes."

Kisuke embodies a message that lacks any voices lately. I'd say even one that is very needed in many cases... Change isnt always the best choice.

Also regarding Tokinada's motivations, knowing the awful truth validated what he saw around him in his status as a noble. He states as such in the novel at one point saying that the nobles, regardless of their claims and pretences, are rotten power hungry egomaniacs who would happily join him in his imperialist designs so long as they get something out of it. Yoruichi who is hearing the tirade sadly acknowledges this.

He allows "goodness" to exist and live alongside it, but at any moment he may join the forces of evil as a half-way comrade. But I doubt I'll see the day he turns evil because the smell of "goodness" is contagious. But it is only this "possibility" of joining evil that makes this character fascinating and unique.

Kisuke Urahara is the best anime character ever! His presence on screen is always a treat

If Kisuke got revealed as a villain, it would be viewed as an ass pull. He seems to be a genuine friend of many, and that’s something about him that over the long haul seems consistent, that they may be used as pawns at times but are not just pawns in general.

Fkn good vid, love Kisuke and you do him justice

Bro it's so crazy we still don't have a Urahara backstory. We might never even get one... lmao

Kisuke is Tite's cheat code Aizen is Tite's boss IchiGoat is just a real nigga with a sword

very insightful, i love the analysis and well-laid out argument. thanks for making this video.

Amazing video and good insight I really enjoyed it

This video is so well made.... 👏

Kisuke "It is what it is" Urahara

The thing is, urahara is a decent guy we saw him in turn back the pendulum, he truly cares about others,and the thing about extremely high intelligence is that it can lead to insanity, just look at Aizen and mayuri thise 2 are clearly insane and they don't care about others but themselves, urahara is nit ready to sacrifice the world for some twisted vision like aizen and ywach or even tokinada, he just means well despite his inner darkness, he is also very humble, he doesn't believe himself above others, he does have a friendly competition with mayuri but he is not arrogant, he doesn't have a God complex like the other geniuses and villains of the series.

To me,aizen's final speech wasn't about him,but about kisuke He wasn't calling himself the winner,he was talking about kisuke The way aizen said it just felt like it Kisuke should be a winner,but why is he making a loser's argument I am saying this just cuz i feel like it But because that's exactly what he was talking about before it He is confused on why a man superior to even himself is not doing anything to change the world

Even though i like azien as one of my favorites character in all anime Kisuke never missed chance to impress me with his unknown intentions or lines he say, in almost every critical moment in story u find his touch to change the storyline going with ease. I do agree with u about if he was the main villain and got dropped tomorrow . All gonna wanna know how but not why cuz he always no straight I think he is the best kubo character so far

I dont think Urahara simply accepts the world as it is, he simply does not see a viable alternative. Thats how he functions, he first looks for a viable solution and then checks if its a morally good one.

Awesome vid

lowkey I was waiting for the twist where aizen and kisuke worked alongside each other. And ichigo has a nervouse breakdown

I don't think he's morally ambiguous - he's just done the calculations and he's realized that the current state of the Bleach world allows everyone the most agency to live freely and shape the world as they see fit... People like Aizen and Ywach aren't content with shaping the world as they see fit with the agency that they have, they just can't stand the fact that anyone should set any limitations for them - so they are caught in this paradox where they believe that if limitations are to be set then they would hold the reigns, and then become the thing they hate... Kisuke is just smart enough to know that if he were to become the linchpin then he would become subservient to all the things he held together... And so he realizes that the best way to live freely is to allow the lesser evil to be the linchpin - one that allows maximum freedom to all beings to live, to change, and to experience life

The foundation may be crooked but, it's the foundation upon which everything we know is built.

This is exactly why Sinbad and Urahara are my favorite characters. Osamu Dazai from Bungo stray dogs is also similar. Their moral ambiguity stems from having a deep sense of understanding of the way the world works, and the way good and evil coexist on the path to progress and order. While everyone is living within a certain degree of ignorance, they see the bigger picture, have a sobber outlook and are usually the unsung hero.

😎Kisuke is great. I still don't think Kubo will turn him into an antagonist anytime soon tho.

This was good!

The weird thing is you can even say people like Ichigo and even Ginjo fell Ichigo when he learned of soul society and choose to raid it to rescue Rukia and Ginjo whole story is him rebelling against what the standard of good is though he did do some pretty evil stuff so he's not good or evil just against the statis quo

I've always had my theories about Kisuke, the only one who knew about the good and bad parts of all 3 worlds (human, soul society, and hueco mundo). Yet, he never did anything himself to stop any of it until he needed to interfere somehow. Such as if it involved his life or ones closest to him and only if they asked him too. Key phase being "asked to." He was always compliment in everything and covered it up with jokes and a laid back attitude. Giving you enough info to tell you what and only what you needed to know at that moment, then deflecting it with a joke as misdirection to make you fed up with him so hed close his mouth. Because of that he has been my favorite character. But one thing you never delve into is his zanpakuto, the one thing that reflects the will and personality of its weilder. And I think that makes Kisuke even more intriguing of a character when you find out what it is. And to not spoil thousand year blood war I will just say explains A LOT of what and who kisuke as a character is.

That end sent chills down my spine Rebirth. Another amazing video. Thanks mate.

Kisuke would like to change the world, he would join Aizen but since they have different ideals I suppose that’s why he goes against him, Kisuke doesn’t join in on fights unless the soul king is involved. (Aizen,Yhwach and Tokinada)

This might’ve been the best bleach anything I’ve seen

beautiful video...

The Goat

Urahara Kisuke, one of my favorite fictional character!

I feel like he would make the best final villain

to me he seems like a realist. He knows the truth but is unable to fix it. He knows he can't change the way the world is for the better, so he does not take action. BUT I think IF he found a way to do what he wants, he WOULD start to take action. Basicly, he just doesn't start a fight unless he knows he has at least a chance at winning.

While I agree kisuke could have been revealed as a villain early on all the way up to the beginning of the Arrancar arch. It honestly make sense now. He’s helped too many characters, especially Ichigo and the SS. You’d basically have to spin it as SS is the evil ones which would flip the story upside down even with hints they have a dark past throughout the series or you would have to spin it to where he helped SS and company all along just to betray them at their weakest even tho they’ve been weakened and vulnerable many times b4 and weakened enough for him to put something into play. The way I look at kisuke he has unconventional means to try to do the right thing cause he’s really just too smart for his own good tbh. Like he basically knows what the outcomes of anything could be and when he plans for the unexpected there’s sometimes consequences or a sense of him being bad. He’s a lesser of 2 evil character.

Kisuke is Ichigo if Ichigo accepted fate

"It is what it is"-Kisuke Urahara probably.

When I think of halfway falling as you describe it, I think of the character, Hoid from Brandon Sanderson's Cosmere

i think from kisukes perspective he sees and knows about the bad things, but he either doesnt want to change them because in doing so it could potentially lead to bigger mess or he is doing it or planning to do it slowly step by step as to make a step make sure nothing is going to bigger mess make plans for next step and if it goes wrong.

Kubo originally was going to let Aizen die in soul society arc. Kisuke Urahara was going to be the original villain. Kubo changed his mind and gave us Aizen

Kisuke really be like ''It is what it is''

Ive said for a long time that Kisuke and Mayuri both are similar in you dont really know their end game lol. But also they're both used as a plot device.

Sindgoat proving that he only lets peak into his group of characters

Huh. I guess if something happened to Yoroichi in the future that would be a sign Kisuke would be starting on another path.

There is something to be said about rebelling against the system that parallels the real world. Although the simple act of rebelling isn't inherently evil, the means and outcomes of such actions can still be. Revolutionaries can be terrorists. Overthrowing a broken system can cause more harm than good when failing to replace the system with something better, and it is often the case of arrogance to even assume a better system can be created. Especially when, in pursuit of that "ideal", you kill/cause the death of many who could have otherwise helped pursue that "ideal".

Still in my top 10 anime characters all time.

Making him my most favourite character from bleach

I can't believe how many parallels there is between kisuke and Sherlock holms.

I’m not going to lie bro the whole concept of Half Way Fallen is hitting me really hard both concept and name so I’m going to write a poem about it and titled that and I’ll send it to you some how. Thanks for the absolute gem 💎 of an idea

İ like Urahara so much

Kisuke is going about changing the way things are in hsi own way small changes that over time improve everything. Thats why he trained Ichigo, saved the Visords, assited in reinstating Ichigos powers allowed Yhwach to restart the war to sort of fix thw soul king in a way but not really. It's all part od his master plan to fix the world of bleach and i hope they continue on after the one shot with the Hell arc to keep the story going. CFYOW was cool to and it adds to the Kisuke making small changes to try and better the world thing. He is never gonna be a villian he will just continue on making small changes to improve the world for all.

Tokinada is by every means bad though lmao dude legit delights in seeing other people suffer from his actions.

I believe this is not a "its just the way it is", we have seen him help even in the rather peaceful timeskip (new tech for soul society), Urahara knows something else, maybe related to hell, is that his goal to obtain or prevent? we may never find out.

Imagine Kisuke casually revealing at the end of Bleach that it was all acording to his plan.

I hate KZfaq for the no coursing in the beginning rule.

I don't think it's a paradox to understand that the world operates on the premise of "free will". That for one person to say "this is how the world *should* and I'm going to make it that way" is imposing their own selfish desires on others.

You mentioned everyone know who's about the world and came up with a decision, but ichigo. with bleach cour 2 out we see ichigo learn about the truth of the world and we see his decision was still to protect what he has now

Kisuke it is what it is personified

I would like for Urahara to be the biggest Bleach villain by the end of it.

To me it seems he knows what’s going to happen

I might add he thinks thats how the world works… but also in a sense I think he find the world interesting as it is and wants to keep seeing how it develops, he also knows that there are countless innocent lives either in spirit form or Human form that will perish should the world suddenly collapses. He is like Mayuri, he loves imperfection so that he can always improve stuff or invent new things, but also he has a more solid moral compass than Mayuri. He is my favorite Character in Bleach, and Aizen is my favorite villain in anime.

Kisuke urahara is my favorite bleach character we also share the same birthday

*I didn't know you liked Magi.* Based on the intro background do you like Yugioh too? What, you gonna tease me now Flame?! I NEED more people talking about Magi. Also...is it just coincidence you made this video after my last comment ending with Kisuke? As of now, I actually *would* question if Kisuke became a true antagonist, but then again there's been a technical large timeskip and we haven't seen him. Even so it'd absolutely break my heart. Kubo did say somewhere he was supposed to be a Villain. Also he's apparently based on some Moomins character named Snufkin. *So is Snufkin like some Planetary threat or-?*

Put Simply is Difference between Idealist and Realist. You can observe this phenomena in Geo Politics as well.

*World flows within causality, *Guts: "Hold my Dragon Slayer."

I wouldn’t be surprised if it comes out that kisuke has been grooming ichigo to become the soul king this whole time 😂

This would be the biggest plot twist in bleach

Aizen is what I am in my younger days. Urahara is me as I aged. Knowing when to stop and understand the boundaries.

Good ol’ Mr. Hat ‘n’ Clogs…

i loved magi man i wish they kept goin w it

Ngl Im a kiskue Urahara simp. I'm always simping for him

What's the background music? It starts at 6:30 EDIT: It's "The Night" by Narrow Skies.

Ignorance is bliss as they say. Sometimes having too much knowledge makes you less human without empathy sympathy, concern for other and only think about the logical solution as things rather then beings.

Urahara is the „Untermennnsch“ that Kafka mentions. He knows everything but decides not to do anything about it. He is the opposite to Aizen which knows everything but decides to act on his knowledge.

Kisuke Urahara is *HIM*

explains why urahara founded R&D and mayuri became the leader of it, they're both twisted minded. and also my favorite Bleach characters 😋

I hope Kisuke is good. He gives me that Itachi feeling of development and mystery.

I just got into magi after rash plays and you held it to high regard. And ITS DOESN'T DISAPPOINT. And I like kisuke and I don't like these kinds of videos because I want good guy good. But Sinbad is a PErFECT example

8:13 like u-haul 😭😭

Its interesting but kiske perfectly aligns with gojo in a lot of the ways you pointed out

Kisuke is part of the secret squad i. 😮

He has his reasons

Nah, Urahara is an actually good guy, someone who DOES raises many flags is Mayuri

It would be nice to see aizen & urahara working together just to defeat yhwach. From the other prespective seems like urahara somehow prepared 2 minions to fight against yhwach, aizen & ichigo. Also looking for answers regarding the similarities between ichibe and urahara's slippers, very similar.

Every thinking man must come upon the paradox of power, sooner or later. Eyes clear enough to see where it should be applied and where it should not rarely survive its use. The world of Bleach should be very wary of a blind Urahara Kisuke.

Everyone wants to know what the rules to survive and prosper in life are. Many ask questions and eventually create a world view as best they can on what they think they know, most others just settle on or believe the rules they are told exist. This creates all kinds of ideologies, religions, philosophies, and fields of science, all trying to explain the world, all trying to navigate it, and many trying to control it. I have wondered if I knew the truth what I would do with it. Would it be so scary or depressing that I would keep it to myself, sparing others from the truth. Would it be so wonderful that I would want to share it. Or would it be that it just had to be the way it is, letting each and every other person discover it or not as the natural way things should be. If I knew the truth would I change it? could I change it? and if I did change it would I make the world better or worse, or just different? Urahara is a great character among many great characters in Bleach. He has travelled down the dark side in his pursuit to understand, and only in that way could he have come to understand. His moral ambiguity only being continued by coming to that horrible understanding and what it means. He does do something about it, he fights to preserve it, to preserve the status quo, even if that means he will have to do morally questionable things in that pursuit, because in his mind that is the best course to follow. This is why he is so dangerous to so many. Because of the fact that his actions are based on this pursuit, anyone threatening the order he sees as necessary, or any action needed to be taken to preserve that order will be taken by him, hurting or helping friends, foes, and innocents as the need arises. Can he truly be trusted? Maybe only by those that not only know what he knows but agree to not only keep the status que but to help preserve it. This is why we would not be shocked if he was revealed as the big baddy if that were to one day occur.

I stumbled upon this video (“All hail the Algorithm!”) and I had to respond because it made me smile. Kisuke isn’t an unusual, morally ambiguous standout, he’s the middle-aged adult of the series. The vast majority of us long to rebel and destroy the existing order when we’re young. I grew up under Reagan so you bet your ass I wanted to destroy what he was establishing. But, then we are forced to live in this world and learn greater truths that we could never have seen when we were young. We see how stupidly interconnected the real world is. And we understand how many people would suffer or be killed if the existing unfair structures and systems were destroyed. You spend much of your adulthood trying to make small changes or change things through the system. But you get to a point after decades where you change your focus to just protecting those closest to you. Younger people will criticize you and curse you for not do in anything to change things. You finally accept that only violent change will truly allow things to become what they must, but you know what it would cost and you have too much to risk. So you knowingly let the system continue seeing it as better the devil you know. So as a 50 year old GenXer who grew up in the shadow of Reagan and has seen the world slide into what it has become over the past almost 40 years, but tried to stop or at least slow it along the way, I totally get Kisuke and understand his decisions (or apparent lack thereof). Is the world bullsht operating under a false set of assumptions and lies? You bet your ass it is. If all those were torn away would it destroy the world and result in countless deaths? You bet your ass again. It’s the Star Wars progression: when I was young I saw myself as Luke, but as I aged I saw I was really Han Solo, and now as I have aged further I realize that I’m Obi-Wan. TLDR: many anime fans haven’t yet reached the age where they fully relate to these morally ambiguous characters. Not a dig, just a cynical truth.

kisuke is the last man

Maybe it’s just me but I haven’t really questioned Kisukes allegiance since the shattered shaft before soul society

You know what makes this even more fucked up? His bankai, the reflection of his soul and his will, is the instrument to reshape and change anything that in it's grasp. This opens so many fucking questions.