Bleach Episode 117: Rukia`s Battle Begins! The Freezing White Blade
Episode 117 of 366 of Bleach, aired February 28, 2007, 24 minutes. Available with English subtitles and dub where released.
Episode summary
After the Arrancar arrive Ichigo finds Chad being overpowered and asks him to step back. After Rukia learns what he said, she asks him to do the same thing and shows him her true power. Meanwhile Keigo makes a deal with Ikkaku; After Ikkaku saves him from the Arrancar Keigo will provide him with a place to stay.