 Grimmjow is a skilled fighter, able to temporarily imprison the more powerful Ulquiorra in his "Caja de Negación" by exploiting surprise.When his "Zanpakutō" is released he gains the physical traits of a panther, with prominent jagged teeth, feline ears, clawed hands and feet, an armored hide, and a tail that can be used as a powerful whip.His released state augments his speed and power, allows him to fire destructive darts from his elbows, and protrude immense energy claws called that end at his fingertips.