Stat system + the espada

Just a thought, the 1-3 espada in my opinion shouldn't have that many stats. I feel that the number 1 should be equal to, not greater than CC, and that the other two probably should be closer to elder captain.

As mentioned in the Manga, Espada are stronger than captains (in general), and the fact that its not every number besides 9 thats stronger than a captain is already bending the truth of the matter (Nnoitra made everyone look like a joke, even Kenpachi had trouble with him, and he was only number 5.) Espada have the powers of a Shinigami and a Hollow, why would they be trumped by a Shinigami?

Its entirely fair for Espada to be of their current strength, like I said, they've already been 'nerfed' for this site, no further reductions are needed.

Well, thats not necessarily the case. Espada feel they are stronger than captains. Kenpachi only had trouble with Noitara until he stopped having fun and took it seriously. and Hitsu at the current point in the manga, is not only holding his own against against # 3, hes beating her. 7 and 8 both got defeated without a huge amount of trouble when mayuri and Kuchiki showed up. and koryaku is holding his own so far against stark. Idk, i kinda felt it was more espada= captain.

It still doesn't matter... >>

Ichigo against Gimmjow nearly had himself killed, but came back due to his unbelievably HUGE amount of Reiatsu. And don't forget about the help of H!chigo.