The Espada are Aizen’s ten numbered Arrancar, with lower numbers marking higher positions in the group’s stated hierarchy. Ranked by that numbering, they are Yammy (0 after release), Starrk (1), Baraggan (2), Harribel (3), Ulquiorra (4), Nnoitra (5), Grimmjow (6), Zommari (7), Szayelaporro (8) and Aaroniero (9). Yammy is the exception: he begins as the Décima Espada, number 10, and becomes the Cero Espada, number 0, when he releases his Zanpakutō. This is the story’s numbered order, not a fresh verdict that every fight or feat proves one universal power ranking.
What the Espada numbers mean
The Espada form the upper ranks of Aizen’s Arrancar forces. Studio Pierrot’s official character profiles identify the standard holders from Primera Coyote Starrk through Novena Aaroniero Arruruerie, and explain Yammy Llargo’s unusual change from 10 to 0 on release. Since the title asks for the Espada ranked, the list below follows those stated positions rather than attempting to rescore each character by feats.
Rank, combat style and story impact are different measures. A character’s ability may be especially dangerous in a particular matchup, while personality or role may make another more memorable. The profiles give distinguishing traits and abilities; they do not present a comparative tournament or establish how every fight would end.
The Espada, in official rank order
0 after release: Yammy Llargo
Yammy is introduced as the Décima Espada, or number 10. When he releases his Zanpakutō, his number changes to 0, making him the Cero Espada in the group’s formal numbering. His associated form of death is rage, and Pierrot characterizes him as rough and force-oriented. His zero is therefore a rank designation tied to release, not evidence that every possible matchup has a predictable outcome.
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1: Coyote Starrk, Primera Espada
Starrk is associated with solitude. His great power leaves him feeling isolated, and he wants companions rather than simply seeking conflict. His Resurrección, Los Lobos, merges him with Lilynette and gives him wolf-shaped projectiles to control.
2: Baraggan Louisenbairn, Segunda Espada
Baraggan’s form of death is old age. His touch can age and break down objects, while his released form can cause things to rot simply by being near them. Those abilities make decay, rather than conventional force alone, central to his threat.
3: Tier Harribel, Tres Espada
Harribel is associated with sacrifice. Her profile emphasizes a calm, thoughtful and cautious approach to combat, as well as loyalty to her subordinates. In her released form, she controls water and wields a large blade.
Rank #2
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4: Ulquiorra Cifer, Cuatro Espada
Ulquiorra’s form of death is nihilism. Pierrot describes him as cool-headed and trusted by Aizen; his released form increases his speed and attack power and includes high-speed regeneration. Bandai Namco’s official game page highlights his second-stage Resurrección and calls him “The Cuatro Espada who came out of nothingness.” That description is promotional text for the game, not a change to his numbered rank.
5: Nnoitra Gilga, Quinto Espada
Nnoitra is associated with despair and prides himself on being the strongest Espada. He is fixated on defeating strong opponents, and his released form gives him multiple arms bearing scythes. His self-image is a character trait, not a replacement for the roster’s numbered order.
6: Grimmjow Jaegerjaquez, Sexta Espada
Grimmjow’s form of death is destruction. He is combative, sometimes acts against Aizen’s wishes and becomes fixated on Ichigo. His Resurrección is Pantera. Grimmjow briefly lost the Sexta position to Luppi, then returned to the rank after defeating him.
Rank #3
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7: Zommari Rureaux, Séptima Espada
Zommari is associated with ecstasy. His ability Amor lets him control parts of a target’s body that he can see through the eyes on his own body, making sight a key condition of his technique.
8: Szayelaporro Granz, Octava Espada
Szayelaporro’s form of death is madness. Pierrot identifies him as Hueco Mundo’s leading researcher and a specialist in spiritual weapons, while noting that his direct combat ability is not especially high. His released form can clone things it touches and revive him.
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Aaroniero is associated with greed and is the only Espada described in Pierrot’s profile as a Gillian-class Menos. He absorbs the abilities and spiritual pressure of Hollows he consumes, then can release those powers through his own Resurrección.
Rank #4
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Why Yammy is Espada Zero
Yammy’s number is the main qualification readers need when interpreting the list: he is number 10 before release and number 0 afterward. The ranking above follows that explicit designation. It does not claim that the number alone settles every comparison with the other Espada, or that one character must win every matchup because of a position on the roster.
Former and temporary Espada
Nelliel Tu Odelschwanck: former Tres Espada
Nelliel is not an additional member of the ten-person lineup at the same time as Harribel. Pierrot says she once held rank 3 and had power that surpassed Nnoitra. A scheme led to her mask being broken and her memory being lost. Bandai Namco’s game page also describes her as the former Tres Espada returning to her previous form.
Luppi Antenor: temporary Sexta Espada
Luppi replaced Grimmjow at rank 6 after Grimmjow was punished for acting independently. After Orihime healed Grimmjow’s arm, Grimmjow defeated Luppi and returned to the Sexta position. They are successive holders of the same rank, not two simultaneous entries in the standard ten-member list.
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Where to continue with Bleach
Readers who want the Arrancar story in its original format can find Bleach manga volumes and print or digital purchase options through Shueisha’s official Bleach comics listing. The listing supports the availability of the series as volumes; it does not identify a particular volume as the definitive place to read the complete Espada ranking.
For a game-related view of the group, Bandai Namco’s BLEACH Rebirth of Souls Hueco Mundo character page features several Espada. Its character descriptions are game material and should be kept distinct from the manga’s numbered hierarchy.
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