The Best Sternritter Character Designs in Bleach, Ranked

Key insights

• Kubo's unique character designs make each Sternritter in Bleach TYBW special.
• Different appearances in Sternritter characters, such as: B. As Nodt's spiked mask, reflect her personality and abilities.
• The fan-favorite Bambietta's facial expressions and clothing make her a standout in Kubo's character designs.

Tite Kubo is a manga author who has long been admired for his character designs in the history of bleaching. Kubo has a unique way of clearly distinguishing each of his characters from each other, while also knowing exactly how to make them stand out in a stylish and eye-catching way. While Gotei 13 and Espada are prime examples of this, the Sternritter is another group that showcases Kubo's expertise in character design.

Although they are all Quincy and loyal to their King Yhwach, each Sternritter is completely different in their personality, abilities and, most importantly for this list, their appearance. From minimalist and mysterious to over-the-top and over-the-top, these are the Sternritter with some of the best designs in the history of bleaching. Before we jump in, it should be noted that the Sternritter's base forms are taken into account and not their transformations.

8 Bazz B

Bazz's cool mohawk and casual clothing make him an instant eye-catcher

• First appearance: TYBW episode 3

As proven with Grimmjow, Kubo knows exactly how to make a character look appropriate in a punk rock style, with Bazz-B being another clear example. Despite the rather minimalist design, a lot can be found out about Bazz's character upon closer inspection. The fact that he chooses to wear the top of his outfit completely open highlights that he isn't exactly the most formal guy out there, hinting at his unpredictable and restless personality.

However, the most striking aspect of Bazz B's appearance is clearly the bright pink mohawk that rests on his head. While this sounds like it's meant to look ridiculous, to Bazz it just makes him look even more badass and shows how little he cares about social norms or what people think of him in general.

7 Gremmy Thoumeaux

Gremmy's introverted demeanor emphasizes how distant he is from his comrades

• First appearance: TYBW episode 15

Gremmy is another character whose appearance and design can seem a bit simple on the surface, but there's still a lot to pick apart here that reveals a lot about the man or the brain that lies beneath. Gremmy takes no creative liberties with his Sternritter trench coat, as it is fully buttoned and the hood always hangs over his head to hide his identity.

All of this gives the imaginative con artist an aura of mystery, but also suggests that he is more of an introvert who prefers to keep to himself. As later revealed in his duel with Kenpachi, Gremmy is truly a heartless killer who doesn't like to reveal much, even to his comrades, and his clothing style certainly reflects this.

6 Quilge Opie

Kubo made sure the series' first Sternritter looked as menacing as possible

• First appearance: TYBW episode 1

Quilge is the very first official Sternritter that Ichigo encounters in the story, and it's fair to say that he gives a clear idea of ​​what the group is about just by his appearance. Quilge wears a small cap that slightly covers his sunglasses, which seem to be stuck to his eyes. He also wears the standard Sternritter outfit with a long white cape and a pair of white gloves.

All of this makes it clear that this is a guy who values ​​formality and clearly dresses in a way that makes him look down on others because he's so well dressed. Before his transformation, Quilge almost always has a scolding grin on his face, which further emphasizes his no-nonsense attitude and personality.

5 Lille Barro

Lille has taken some creative liberties with its unique clothing

• First appearance: TYBW episode 15

Lille's unique design suggests that he was not particularly fond of the traditional Sternritter outfits, which seemingly led him to create his own makeshift clothing, which is much more experimental than many others. Although he retains the white vest, the sleeves are completely removed, and half of Lille's clothing is a soft green, including the small bicorn hat with dark fur that contrasts with his light blonde hair.

Lille is so committed to Yhwach's cause that his clothing is also decorated with numerous symbols, including a Wandenreich symbol on either side of his hat and small emblems on his gloves. His perpetually moody facial expression and single closed eye also give the impression that Lille is someone who has participated in many battles, making him an extremely intimidating individual who can scare off his enemies before he even fires a bullet.

4 Bambietta Basterbine

Bambietta's sense of style and diverse facial expressions have made her a fan favorite

• First appearance: TYBW episode 3

Bambietta is a Sternritter who stands out from the crowd not only through her clothing, but also through her facial expressions. One moment she can be shown with a cocky and arrogant expression on her face, while the next moment her eyes are wide open as she sees a strong opponent standing in front of her.

Kubo and the animators of the Thousand Year Blood War arc anime clearly had a lot of fun with Bambietta's facial expressions, and the result is a character that always keeps people guessing. Additionally, Bambietta's thick trench coat, which appears slightly baggy given her smaller stature, combined with her knee-high boots have made her something of a fashion icon for many bleaching fans.

3 ask

Askin's casual design obscures his underlying powers

• First appearance: TYBW episode 4

Askin has a rather unusual appearance, almost as if he was ripped out of a completely different anime. It has often been joked that he closely resembles Aizen in terms of his facial structure, and while the similarities are clear to see, Askin also has that mischievous expression on his face that makes him seem incredibly strange and unpredictable.

However, since he is an official member of the Schutzstaffel, his fierce expression is complemented by a stylish hooded cloak and his stylish white V-neck shirt underneath, making him look more like a high-ranking Quincy Army official. It's an odd pairing, but one that intentionally makes fans wonder what this guy is actually up to and why they can't look away from the screen when he shows up.

2 Gerard

Gerard's impressive looks match his impressive physical strength

• First appearance: TYBW episode 15

Kubo is no stranger to borrowing from ancient history when designing his characters, and in the case of Gerard, it's clear he took a few cues from Norse mythology when designing this Thor lookalike. Although the silky blonde hair and powerful physique harken back to this ancient hero, Gerard has a few other quirks that make him stand out, including the white mask that rarely leaves his face.

He also has his own unique red cape, which really reinforces his image as the brave and powerful “hero” he imagines himself to be. All of these additional decorations and outfit options aren't just for show, however, as Gerard's powers are still strong enough that one could easily mistake him for a Norse god given his immense strength.

1 As Nodt

Because Nodt's spiked mask and deep black eyes are enough to scare any opponent

• First appearance: TYBW episode 3

Nodt's strange and unsettling design is in keeping with his special ability to manipulate his enemies with fear. As such, As is all about striking fear into his opponents, which is pretty easy given his appearance. As a black, spiked mask hides his mouth, it draws the viewer's attention directly to his pitch-black eyes, which are more than enough to scare even the most seasoned horror fans.

Additionally, As Nodt is a very tall and slender creature who is often seen stretching his body in all sorts of strange and creepy ways and can forget the long, flowing black hair that makes him look like the lead singer of a heavy -Make metal band look. It's a design so striking that it stayed with many fans long after As died at the hands of Rukia.