Ikkaku Madarame

Base Stats

HP1644

ATK333

DEF325

Crit Rate5%

Crit DMG50%

Review

Profile Update

May 4, 2026

Ikkaku Madarame in Bleach Soul Resonance is one of the best budget-friendly DPS options available. His combination of sustained damage, fast attack speed, and strong synergy with Wound-based teams makes him surprisingly effective in both early and mid-game content.

What immediately stands out about Ikkaku is his Bankai-focused gameplay. Once activated, his combat style transforms completely, turning him into a relentless close-range attacker that overwhelms enemies through rapid basic attacks and constant pressure. His signature weapon dramatically enhances this playstyle by instantly filling his Spiritual Pressure when entering Bankai while also massively boosting attack speed and special attack damage. The result is a character that feels incredibly aggressive and satisfying to play.

Unlike burst-focused SSR units that rely heavily on ultimate damage, Ikkaku shines through sustained DPS. His basic attacks become the centerpiece of his kit, especially once upgraded properly. He also applies Wound effects, allowing him to synergize extremely well with characters like Kaname Tōsen. Together, they create a powerful damage-over-time composition capable of constantly pressuring enemies while stacking bonus damage effects.

Another major advantage is accessibility. Even at low investment and without dupes, Ikkaku performs remarkably well. Dupes improve his output, especially at A2, but they are not mandatory for him to feel strong.

That said, he is not perfect. Ikkaku depends heavily on staying in Bankai mode for maximum effectiveness, and his best performance requires proper team synergy and good attack-focused gear. He also lacks the explosive raw power of top-tier SSR units.

Recommended Weapon and Core Stamps

Weapon Stamps

When the Ryumon Turns Red

Piercing Thrust

Core Stamps

Fight Till End

I've Been Waiting for You

These are some recommended Weapon and Core Stamps. Here you can see a complete list for Weapon Stamps and Core Stamps. Please note that both Stamps have fixed Sub Stats and Effects.

Recommended Set Stamp

Unyielding Light

Ikkaku Madarame Min Ideal Stats

60% Crit Rate
120% Crit DMG
4000 Attack

Unyielding Light I

Main Basic Stat

Thrust DMG Bonus
ATK %

Advanced Stats

Crit Rate %
Crit DMG %

Unyielding Light II

Main Basic Stat

Crit Rate %

Advanced Stats

Crit DMG %

Unyielding Light III

Main Basic Stat

ATK
ATK %

Advanced Stats

Ultimate Charge Rate %
Crit DMG %

These are the recommended sub-stats for the character. It’s important to note that each piece comes with a fixed attribute: ATK, DEF, and HP. The only things that can vary are the primary sub-stat and the secondary sub-stats. You can view the complete list in our Stamp Set Guide.

Boundary - Ascension Progress

Ikkaku gains [100%] more spiritual pressure when he attacks.

All damage dealt by Ikkaku is increased by [12%]. When you hit enemies affected by [Wound], this effect is increased to [24%].

Increases skill levels by [2].

Increases the critical % of the ultimate by [20%].

Increases skill levels by [2].

Each attack made by Ikkaku inflicts [Misfortune]. When it reaches 8 stacks, Ikkaku's special attack deals additional damage equal to [500%] of his ATK. This consumes all stacks of [Misfortune], and [Misfortune] goes on cooldown for 3 seconds. This damage counts as a special attack.

Active Skills

Counter

After Ikkaku counters the enemy's attack, he stabs forward several times in succession, dealing damage equal to [1000%] of his ATK and increasing his own spiritual energy to the maximum. [Bankai State]: After Ikkaku counters the enemy's attack, he will automatically release a combat skill and increase his spiritual energy to the maximum.

Basic Attack

Extend, Hozukimaru

- Extend Hozukimaru: Ikkaku swings Hozukimaru, striking 5 times with damage equal to [528%] of ATK. All of Ikkaku's attacks accumulate spiritual energy upon hitting the enemy.
- [Special Attack - Don't Mistake]: Ikkaku steps forward and performs a thrust, dealing damage equal to [302%] of ATK. You can then immediately press the attack button again, and Ikkaku will swing Hozukimaru into a three-section staff form to sweep through enemies, dealing damage equal to [452%] of ATK.
- [Greatsword Slash]: [Bankai State]: Ikkaku swings his zanpakutō from side to side, striking up to 2 times and dealing damage equal to [308%] of ATK. Each hit by Ikkaku's attack will accumulate spiritual energy.

Basic Attack

Whirlwind Sweep

Whirlwind Sweep [Bankai State]: Ikkaku continues spinning his Ryumon Hozumikaru, creating a violent whirlwind that deals damage equal to [680%] of ATK to enemies and pulls them toward Ikkaku for a certain distance. When the rotation ends, you can immediately press the attack button again to unleash a powerful follow-up attack dealing damage equal to [680%] of ATK.

Technique

Break, Hozukimaru

- Ikkaku quickly runs behind the target and then continuously attacks with Hozukimaru in the form of a three-section stick, causing damage equal to [378%] of ATK.
- [Power Condensation] [Bankai State]: Ikkaku leaps high and launches an attack dealing damage equal to [282%] of his ATK. Upon landing, you can immediately press the combat skill button again to unleash a follow-up attack dealing damage equal to [282%] of his ATK and inflicting 1 stack of [Wound] on the enemy.
- [Wound]: Each [Wound] will cause the enemy to suffer damage equal to [2%] of his ATK every second for a duration of 10 seconds. This can stack up to 30 times.

Ultimate

Bankai - Ryumon Hozukimaru

- Ikkaku continuously swings his zanpakutoh to cause damage equal to [552%] of ATK to enemies around him and then fully unleashes the power of Hozukimaru and enters [Bankai State] , which lasts for 14 seconds. At this time, all of Ikkaku's attack moves will be strengthened and his life cannot go below 1 HP.
- [Slowly, Hozukimaru] : (In Bankai state, press the ultimate button again) Ikkaku releases all the power accumulated by Ryumon Hozukimaru to launch an explosive and powerful blow, causing damage equal to [1584%] of ATK and releasing the [Bankai State] .

Passive Skills

Passive Group

Core Passive

Today is my lucky day

For each enemy alive around Ikkaku, the damage of Rapier caused by him will increase by [3%], up to a maximum of [15%].

Passive Boost 1

Blade and sheath change

Ikkaku's special attack damage increases by [50%] and can also inflict [Wound] on the enemy when it hits.

Passive Boost 2

Is that it?

Each time Ikkaku defeats an enemy, he will accumulate 25 spiritual energy points and gain the [Excited] state: The damage of Rapier caused will increase by [30%] for 8 seconds.

Passive Boost 3

Crimson Ryumon

Each time a special attack is launched in the [Bankai] state , it will provide a critical damage bonus of [100%] for the next [Slowly, Hozukimaru] , this effect can stack up to 2 times.