Can I just say the latest chapter of Bleach was AWESOME! I have been waiting forever for what I suspected would be the Vizards coming to save the Gotei 13 from Aizen. I want to see them get their revenge

I actually almost peed myself (Ok, i lie) when I was reading the manga. Perfect timing--albeit predictable. Now if only Urahara and Yoruichi will come in and kick some ass, my life will be complete.

So here are my issues, feel free to share your speculations:
1) what will happen to Nel? I'm hoping that somehow she will become a part of the manga, but I'm not sure how that will work, yet.

2) Ukitake will live? I have yet to see Tite kill anyone, and am hoping they don't start with my fave character. He's way under-appreciated. That was kinda a badass technique of his, you have to admit. You know, the one where he can absorb attacks and send them back.

3) Yamamoto needs to kick some ass, yes? Come on, the guy is supposed to be super strong, he better get some more IN time.

4) Gin/Matsumoto & Aizen/Hinamori/Toshiro relationships. How will they play out? Somehow, I think there may be some redemption on Gin's part. I dunno why I think this, but I do. I really can't back it up. Yet.

5) What's goin' on with Yami?

6) When will he use Rukia to her full potential? We've already learned that she is strong enough to hold a position--so why is she constantly getting her ass whooped? Hmm?

7) What's gonna happen to the Vizards after this arc? I'm hoping there's going to be some reason to keep them around, as I love Shinji (which I think I called him "Shino" on someone's art--I was just reading an awesome Tenten/Shino oneshot, sorry)

Anyhow, back to the awesomeness of the Vizards showing up! Jesus, I can't wait another week. I'm going back and re-reading it now