The lieutenant of the 10th Division of Gotei 13, Rangiku Matsumoto is known for her carefree and flirty nature. So, who does Rangiku end up falling in love with in Bleach?
Spoiler Warning: This article contains spoilers from the Bleach manga.
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Who Is Rangiku Matsumoto?
Rangiku serves as the lieutenant of the 10th Division within the Gotei 13 and reports to Captain Toshiro Hitsugaya.
She is known for her laid-back attitude, showing a strong dislike toward paperwork. Her carefree nature starkly contrasts with the seriousness of Toshiro.
Despite being poles apart, the two appear to share a close bond. Meanwhile, not much is known about Rangiku’s history, aside from the fact that she came from Rukongai.
She was rescued from starvation by Gin Ichimaru, who discovered her on the roadside.
He figured she was collapsing from hunger, and he suggested that she possessed spiritual power.
Acknowledging his spiritual abilities, Rangiku also identified him as having spiritual power.
As a warrior, Rangiku excels in wielding her Zanpakuto, not just in combat but also due to her mastery of its unique ability.
Her imaginative use of this special skill enables her to effectively engage and handle a large group of opponents simultaneously.
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Who Does Rangiku End Up With?
Rangiku is known to flirt and toy with men around her, so it becomes difficult to ascertain who she loves. However, the fandom is kind of divided between Toshiro and Gin.
The bond between Toshiro and Rangiku is widely recognized as one of the most popular pairings in the Bleach series.
Moreover, Toshiro and Rangiku are seen a lot together, creating fantastic moments together.
Also, as they say, opposites attract. They both fall on different ends of the spectrum, yet they continue to vibe with each other. But is it enough for them to end up together? We don’t really know.
Meanwhile, Gin shares an enigmatic relationship with Rangiku. The series suggested that they harbored feelings for each other since childhood, although it was never explicitly stated.
In Bleach, they are portrayed as close friends who initially chose to live together.
However, Gin eventually moved out without informing Rangiku, leaving her feeling upset. Still, fans believe that Rangiku’s forever love is Gin.
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