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Yamamoto tapped his cane on the wooden floor and grunted before saying, "Now that you've introduced yourselves, come and take your place amongst our ranks. We will begin a strategy meeting regarding Aizen Sosuke with all 13 Captains present."
With the orders given Kishin took his place standing closest to Yamamoto's side and opposite of Soi Fon as the 3rd division Captain. Next to him stood Amagai as the 5th division Captain standing opposite of Unohana, and Kinji stood further down in between Komamura and Kenpachi and opposite of Kyoraku as the 9th division Captain. The two rows of Captains now stood equal with 6 of them on either side of the Head Captain.
Once everyone was in line Yamamoto nodded in satisfaction and started, "There are only approximately 3 months left before the Hogyoku fully awakens in which Aizen Sosuke can misuse its power. Captain Ukitake, explain what you have discovered."
Jushiro nodded before his expression turned solemn and said, "For the past month I've been searching for traces of Aizen's reiatsu in the Central 46 Compound including the Seijotokyorin and the Daireishokairo. Just a few days ago I finally came across what I believe to be Aizen's true goal. He was looking up information about the Oken and the conditions needed to create it."
Everyone in the room instantly furrowed their brows deep in thought as Mayuri was the first to chime in. "The Oken you say? I see...so he plans to head to the Royal Palace to kill the Soul King. And what are the conditions to create such an object?"
Jushiro frowned as he recalled the information he read. "It requires the sacrifice of 100,000 souls with a concentrated spirit zone of at least half a spirit-mile in radius."
Toshiro's expression became serious as he asked, "And where would Aizen find such a concentrated spirit zone?"
Jushiro hesitated for a moment before answering, "Karakura Town…"
…
For a good long while no one spoke a word as they all took a minute to let the information sink in. Kishin was currently running through various different simulations in his head on exactly what to do about the issue. The fact that Aizen had always been several steps ahead of him irked him, but that was when he was playing on a battlefield that Aizen had already set up for over a hundred years. Now that Aizen was gone and no longer pulling the strings within the heart of the Seireitei he felt that he might have a little more impact in the events to come. He had no idea how events played out in the future, but now that he was deeply involved in everything he figured that it didn't quite matter since things probably wouldn't play out exactly as it did in the manga or anime. Well, not that he would know for certain since he never got that far.
Yamamoto's voice brought everyone's attention back to focus as he said in his wise old voice, "We must not let Aizen Sosuke succeed in his endeavor. With the little time left granted to us we must all hone our skills to prepare for the coming battle 3 months from now. Aizen Sosuke's target is Karakura Town. I have already asked for Urahara Kisuke's assistance in making preparations to transport Karakura Town to a remote location here in the Soul Society by creating a Tenkai Kecchu."
Mayuri flinched at the mention of Urahara's name and chimed in with irritation, "Hmpf! To think that we would need the help of that unruly despicable man. How annoying."
Everyone just gave Mayuri a strange look, but they otherwise ignored his comment. Yamamoto then continued, "Once it is ready it will swap the location of anything within 1 spirit-mile inside with another location. The plan is to have Captain Kurotsuchi along with the rest of the Research and Development Department create a fake Karakura Town to replace the real one. Until the time when it is finished we will need to be on alert for any movements made by Aizen Sosuke. Do any of you have anything more to add?"
For a long minute no one said anything so Yamamoto was about to end the meeting, however it was then when Kishin chimed in, "Is this the best plan?"
Everyone turned their attention to him with raised eyebrows.
"Oh? Do you have something else in mind, Captain Chigetsu?" Yamamoto inquired.
Kishin merely nodded and nonchalantly continued, "If the plan is to strengthen our own combat powers and wait to confront Aizen in 3 months in the fakely constructed Karakura Town then I think we should carefully reconsider our strategy."
Kyoraku slightly lifted up his straw hat as he gave a curious look at Kishin. "Oh? Did you already think of a counter strategy, Captain Chigetsu?"
"Yeah. Firstly, why did Aizen need the Hogyoku and what is he doing in Hueco Mundo right now?"
Mayuri stepped forward and answered, "Obviously he is waiting to use its power to strengthen the Menos under his command. At least that is the consensus that I and the annoyingly buzzing fly that is Urahara Kisuke have come to conclude."
Kishin nodded in agreement. "That sounds about right, but if that's the case then exactly how powerful will his subordinates be? If we confront him and his army in the World of the Living, whether or not it is in the fake Karakura Town, the release of all our spiritual energies would leave a lasting damaging effect on the World. Wouldn't it be better to confront Aizen in Hueco Mundo where we can unleash the full might of our abilities without reservations?"
A flash of realization shone in everyone's eyes as they took a moment to consider Kishin's words. Yamamoto grunted and asked, "Then exactly what are you suggesting?"
Kishin took a moment to glance at the rest of the Captains before replying, "Back when I had just joined the 13th division as its official Lieutenant I was granted permission by Central 46 to be stationed in Karakura Town for 2 months."
"What of it?" Soi Fon curiously asked.
Kishin frowned and continued, "Perhaps you all recall a time when I had overstayed my welcome in the World of the Living."
Mayuri nodded. "Yeah. Akon that fool had sent you the wrong Hell Butterfly leading you into the Dangai where you had been chased by the Kototsu. Seriously, to think that I have him in charge as the Vice President of the R&D Department. To make such an amateur mistake."
Kishin smirked and shook his head. "While it's not wrong that Akon sent the wrong Hell Butterfly the events that led to that predicament was orchestrated by Aizen."
"WHA-?!" Everyone exclaimed in shock at the revelation Kishin was now just revealing to them.
"Captain Chigetsu, can you please elaborate for us?" Kyoraku curiously asked.
"I was planning to. After I entered the Dangai I was chased by the Kototsu, however a portal appeared before me leading into Hueco Mundo. There I encountered some powerful Hollows known as Arrancars."
"UH?!" Once more everyone exclaimed in shock.
Mayuri's eyes widened with pure joy and excitement as he mumbled, "Arrancar...Arrancar Arrancar! Hahahaha! So you encountered an Arrancar?! How dare you not bring one back for me to experiment on."
Kishin ignored Mayuri's comment and continued, "The Arrancar I encountered were powerful. Their power measured no less than that of a Captain. It's also possible that there are some who wield even greater power than a Captain." The image of Ulquiorra appeared in his mind as he said that.
Jushiro furrowed his brow and rubbed the bottom of his chin deep in thought. "Then...what is it you are suggesting?"
"The Arrancar I encountered called itself an Espada symbolized by the number 8 on its body. Now I'm not exactly sure what this signifies, but if I were to guess then I would assume that those who are labeled as an Espada represent the most powerful forces of Aizen's army. Now imagine what kind of power an Espada would gain under the enhancement of the Hogyoku? Even if we transport Karakura Town in the Soul Society, a battle with the Espada in the World of the Living will only result in a greater number of deaths to the nearby civilians in the surrounding cities."
"Why did you not come forward with this information sooner? Why did you lie about your absence when you were on trial with Central 46?" Soi Fon cautiously asked.
"Wasn't it obvious? Surely it isn't a secret anymore. I had already become aware of Aizen's true character a long while back including the power of his Kyoka Suigetsu. He easily staged the incident of the Vanishing Souls 110 years ago and rid the Soul Society of 6 Captains, 4 Lieutenants, and the previous Commander of the Kido Corps. He easily tricked Akon into sending me a wrong Hell Butterfly and stranded me in Hueco Mundo. He killed Central 46 without anyone noticing and pulled the strings behind the recent execution that took place. Does it make sense now why I hadn't come forward with saying anything at the time?"
Soi Fon and everyone else remained silent as they couldn't argue with that logic. In the end it remained a fact that they had all been fooled and played with by Aizen for over 100 years whilst Kishin was insightful enough to see through Aizen's true character. They had no right to question his actions during those times.
Yamamoto grunted bringing everyone's attention back to focus and steered the conversation back to the matter at hand. "Captain Chigetsu. In light of the events behind Aizen Sosuke, all parties involuntarily, directly or indirectly negatively affected and involved have already been pardoned. I suggest everyone move forward. What is your suggestion now that you have shared with us the truth of the events during your overstay in Karakura Town?"
Kishin glanced at the Captain Commander and said, "What if we charge into Hueco Mundo before Aizen arrives in Karakura Town?"
Everyone was taken aback at his answer as they thought about the plausibility of his suggestion. Soi Fon furrowed her brow and commented, "Hueco Mundo is vast. Exactly how far and long would we have to search before we find him and his army?"
Kishin waved his hand in the air dismissing her comment. "A fair point, however we know that Aizen has taken over Hueco Mundo. That means he's defeated the God King of Hueco Mundo, the ancient Vasto Lorde Barragan. I'm willing to bet that he has taken up residence in the castle of that ancient Vasto Lorde. In fact I'm sure of it as that appeared to be the place where the Espada had taken up residence granted by the information I gained from my brief encounter with them."
Mayuri widened his eyes with a bit of excitement as he thought about exploring such a place. "Las Noches, if I recall, is the name of the residence of that ancient Vasto Lorde. Hehehehe, Hahahaha! Excellent! How excellent! I've never been there before hahaha! I wonder exactly what sort of hidden treasures I would find in such a place!"
Everyone ignored Mayuri and continued to think about Kishin's idea.
"What about Soul Society? It can't be left unguarded. And what if Aizen learns of our entering Hueco Mundo and decides to head straight for Karakura Town? We'd be trapped in the land of Hollows whilst he freely continues with his plan." Komamura voiced his misgivings.
Kishin then replied, "That is why we would need to divide our forces. I suggest that Captain Ukitake and the Head Captain remain here in Soul Society to oversee things and to also keep watch over Karakura Town when it is transferred here. Then I suggest stationing several Lieutenants in the World of the Living to oversee the fake Karakura Town in case Aizen does appear there. They can relay that information here to the Soul Society allowing for the Head Captain and Captain Ukitake to respond accordingly. Don't forget that Urahara Kisuke and Shihoin Yoruichi also reside in the World of the Living. As for the rest of us Captains, I propose that we all enter Hueco Mundo and fight Aizen in Las Noches."
Aside from that, the Visoreds are also in the World of the Living, but probably shouldn't reveal that to the Head Captain and the others just yet.
Toshiro thought about it for a long moment before asking, "Isn't that a bit too risky? We don't have a way to quickly move in and out of Hueco Mundo. The moment we enter Hueco Mundo I'm sure Aizen will have taken notice of us. He may just head straight to Karakura Town right after which would leave us stranded."
Kishin nodded in agreement. "Yeah, that's a possibility. That is why I suggest that Captain Kurotsuchi and Urahara Kisuke work together to see if they can discover how to open a Garganta just like the Hollows do. If we can gain access to this technique then traveling between Hueco Mundo and other realms will be easy."
Mayuri immediately interjected with an insulted tone of voice, "I refuse! Impossible! You are asking me to work with that man side by side as if I need his help to figure out something like the Garganta?! Ha! As if I would need assistance for something like that!"
"Oh? Is that so Captain Kurotsuchi? Then...perhaps you already have an idea of how it works?"
Mayuri's face immediately turned a shade of red as he pointed an accusing finger at Kishin. "Silence! Whether I do or not I wouldn't need to tell you about it! Hmpf! Don't forget that you used to be one of my underlings. You should show me some more respect and act with humility in front of me."
Kishin just smirked and continued sarcastically, "Alright, but that doesn't answer my question. Are you confident you can figure out how a Garganta works on your own?"
A bead of nervous sweat rolled down the side of Mayuri's face as he crossed his arms and looked away. "Hmpf. You plebeian. You insult my intelligence. I can figure it out in no time if I truly wanted to...ahem. However it remains that much of my time is currently being taken up by creating the fake Karakura Town. Dividing my attention on two major projects is ineffective and inefficient."
Bam!
Yamamoto slammed his cane on the ground bringing everyone's attention back upfront. "Enough. Captain Chigetsu, while your plan has some merit it remains that it is not feasible without the flexibility of travel between realms, therefore until further notice we shall shelve this discussion and continue on with our current plan. Having said that there is another issue that must be dealt with."
Ukitake frowned and involuntarily said, "The Bounts…"
"Correct." Yamamoto replied. "With the turmoil left in the wake of the betrayal of three of our Captains, the insurgence of the Bounts have caused us a minor headache. If we are to truly focus all of our power and concentration on stopping Aizen Sosuke then we must put a swift end to the Bounts once and for all. Just yesterday I received word that the Bounts have managed to sneak their way into the Soul Society and are currently hiding somewhere in the outskirts of Rukongai."
Kishin's ears perked up at that bit of information and immediately thought of Rukia.
The Bounts made it into the Soul Society? That would explain Rukia's unannounced return I saw on my denreishinki. Tch. Yushiro failed to mention this bit of information.
He was snapped back to focus as Yamamoto continued, "They managed to escape from a confrontation against the members of the 2nd and 7th division in the outskirts of Rukongai. Furthermore, we have received intelligence that a defected former member of the 11th division, Ichinose Maki has sided with the insurgents. I want all Captains to remain on alert. Captain Soi Fon, have your troops keep guard over the four gated entrances into the Seireitei."
"Yes." Soi Fon immediately responded.
Yamamoto then turned to Kishin and ordered, "Captain Chigetsu, you are to search the Northern Rukon district for the Bounts. Captain Tsunayashiro, you are to search the Western Rukon district, Captain Hitsugaya, you are to search the Eastern Rukon district, and Captain Kuchiki, you are in charge of the Southern Rukon district. Should you encounter any of the Bounts you are to execute them on sight."
"Yes." Kishin and the other Captains responded.
Yamamoto grunted in approval and tapped his cane on the ground. "Then let us end the meeting here."
Kishin immediately started for the door, however he was momentarily stopped by several Captains walking over to him. Jushiro was the first to congratulate him on his promotion to Captaincy as he smiled and amiably said, "Shin-chan! Ah, I mean I suppose it would be Captain Chigetsu now right? Hahaha, congratulations! I knew you could do it!"
"Captain Ukitake, it was only possible since you recommended me."
"No no, not at all. After everything that has happened and with your individual skill level there was no one more suitable than you to take up the role as a Captain. Truth be told I'm a little sad that you won't be my Lieutenant anymore, but I'm happy that you've been given a rank worthy of your true capabilities."
Kishin semi-embarrassedly rubbed the back of his neck. Of every Captain in the Gotei 13 he still respected Ukitake the most and it was because he still saw Ukitake as a father-like figure to him. "I-uh...Captain...it was an honor serving under you…"
Ukitake blinked a few times at Kishin's embarrassed tone and let out a light chuckle. "Hahaha, not at all, Captain Chigetsu. The honor was in fact mine."
Kishin nodded before he thought of the stack of paperwork that was still left on his desk and he once more, awkwardly rubbed the back of his neck. "Uhhh, by the way Captain Ukitake, regarding the paperwork. There's still half of it left I'm afraid. Sorry I couldn't get through all of it."
Jushiro again just laughed. "Hahaha, don't worry about that. It was inevitable. You're doing my work on top of the Lieutenant's work and I even dumped more work on you by volunteering to have our division take on some of the 5th division's work. I would actually be worried if you managed to get it all done. Ahhh...it's just slightly regrettable that the 13th division will be without a Lieutenant again."
Kishin curiously raised his eyebrow and attempted to give a suggestion. "Captain, then, as the previous Lieutenant might I give a recommendation?"
Jushiro grinned as he already knew who Kishin was going to nominate. "Ah, well I was thinking about Rukia as well."
Kishin smiled and nodded. "Was it that obvious?"
"Hahaha, well with how close you two are it wasn't hard to guess. And with your help she has improved a lot. She even made it to 5th seat officer. Her skills are definitely not lacking. The only thing she lacks is sufficient merit and experience to move up her rank, but with everything that has happened and with her diligent personality I think she would make a fine Lieutenant. Mn. Especially since you give your seal of approval. I'll have to talk to her when she gets back."
It was then that Kyoraku interjected into the conversation. "Yaaah, Shin-chan. Congrats congrats. I always had a feeling that you had it in you, but honestly I'm still a little shocked at how strong you've gotten. First Hitsugaya-kun becoming a Captain, and now you and Tsunayashiro-kun becoming Captains at the same time? You've got a good group of friends."
Before Kishin could respond, the sound of Byakuya's voice echoed behind him. "Chigetsu Kishin…"
Kishin turned to face the stoic Captain and noted the contorted facial expression he was making. Byakuya remained silent for several long moments before he finally managed to struggle out, "I...shall allow you to see Rukia, however do not overstep your boundaries. Even if you are a Captain now. And even if you two are d...d...dating…" His voice sounded more like a murderous growl towards the end as he didn't spare another glance at Kishin before leaving the room.
Kishin just cocked his head to the side mildly amused at Byakuya's attitude.
Well, I think it's a bit too late to be talking to me about boundaries...but not that he needs to know what goes on between Rukia and I.
Bam.
The sound of Yamamoto slamming his cane on the ground could be heard as he stared at everyone who was still lingering in the room. "Enough dawdling. There are pressing concerns that need to be addressed. You all can mingle when the matter with the Bounts is over with."
Kyoraku and Ukitake gave apologetic looks whilst Kishin just shrugged his shoulders and walked out. The first place he stopped to visit was the 3rd division barracks. He stood just outside the entrance taking in the nostalgic view as he had once been a member under the division back when he first enrolled as an official member of the Gotei 13. There was a row of bronze colored columns that held up an overhang of the roof leading into the entrance of the barracks with the insignia of the 3rd division above it denoted by the symbol of a diamond with three black horizontal lines inside. The moment he stepped foot inside the grounds he was greeted by the two hundred approximate members that made up the division. Their loud somewhat in sync voices echoed throughout the barracks as they all respectfully said, "We greet Captain Chigetsu!"
Kishin simply stood in place and smirked in amusement at everyone before him. "What, so you all already knew it was me? Well there goes the surprise."
It was then several division members stepped forward and amiably commented, "We received word of a new Captain being appointed to the 3rd division earlier today!"
"Yeah! We were all wondering who it was going to be, but we were shocked when we found out two hours ago that it was going to be you Kishi-AH! I-I mean Captain Chigetsu. Sorry. Old habit. I still have to get it out of my system that you're the Captain now and not the 3rd seat officer like you were in the past."
"Yeah yeah, that's right! Jeez it's been a long time since you've been back here Captain! We were nervous at first wondering if the new Captain was going to be competent, but with you around then there's no need to worry!"
"Yeah, you can say that again!"
Kishin just shook his head in amusement at everyone's enthusiastic banter and was about to say something when the sound of Kira's voice joined in. "C-Captain! You're here! Ah, please accept my apologies for being late!"
Kishin turned his head behind him and took note of Kira's somewhat nervous look. "Yo, Kira. It's been awhile. No need to be so anxious."
Kira immediately straightened up his posture and nodded. "Yes Captain! Uhh...right, congratulations Captain. For uhh...for your promotion to...Captain..." Kira's voice trailed a bit towards the end as he noticed the crimson red color of the inside of Kishin's Haori.
Taking note of Kira's odd behavior Kishin asked, "Something wrong?"
"Ah...uh...no."
Kishin followed the trail of Kira's eye and instantly knew what had caught the Lieutenant's attention. "Oh, so you noticed. Right, I know the color used to be spring green, but while I'm Captain the division's color will henceforth be changed to crimson red."
"Y-Yeah…" Kira awkwardly replied. He didn't really mind, but he thought it was an odd detail that Kishin paid attention to.
Kishin smirked and took another glance at all the division members before saying, "While I'd like to stick around and catch up with everyone, I'm sure you've all been informed already about our current task correct?"
Kira's expression immediately became serious as he nodded. "Yes Captain. We are ready to join in the search for the Bounts. Just give the order."
Kishin nodded in approval at Kira's quick organization. "Great. Kira, I want you to take a group of 5 members from the division and head North to begin the search. 3rd officer Togakushi Riku, 5th officer Gori Takatsuna, and 6th officer Katakura Asuka, each of you will also lead a group of 5 members from the division and head North. Fan out your formation to increase the distance searched. Understood?"
"Yes!" Everyone quickly saluted and obeyed Kishin's orders. Without a second to waste they all scattered towards Northern Rukongai to begin the search for the Bounts.
"Err...what about us Captain?" An unseated officer named Seko Shinta asked as he stood with the rest of the un-mobilized 3rd division.
Kishin just gave them all a glance before giving out his command. "You all stay here and keep things running in the division grounds. Since there currently isn't a 4th officer in the division then the next in charge is the 7th seated officer." After hearing everyone's verbal confirmation that they understood his command he finally turned around and left the barracks.
With a quick flip of his denreishinki he quickly pinpointed Rukia's current location.
Fancy that. She's somewhere in Northern Rukongai. Senpai should have more information about the Bounts than I do so this whole thing will blow over faster if I just ask her for her input…
An amused smile found its way to his lips as he thought about what her reaction would be when she saw him, however just as he was about to head out he paused and noticed the influx of chaotic reiatsu coming from the 2nd division. As he was now the Captain of the 3rd division the distance between his barracks and the 2nd division's barracks weren't too far apart.
"This reiatsu...a battle? Seems there's some sort of trouble in the 2nd division. And now of all times? Odd."
He momentarily halted his decision to head in Rukia's direction and instead dashed towards the 2nd division grounds, but as he got near the location of where he felt the chaos he frowned as a thought occurred to him.
The Nest of Maggots? It can't be a coincidence. Yushiro said that he captured Ran'Tao this morning and she's connected to the Bounts. Is someone trying to break her free?
The instant he arrived by the site of conflict he found Yushiro standing above a pile of dead corpses. A glum expression was evident on his friend's face telling him that Yushiro wasn't happy with the outcome. It was then that Yushiro took note of his presence. "Eh? Kishin? What are you doing here?"
"I was about to head out and search for the Bounts when I felt a disturbance of a fight in the 2nd division. The 2nd division is home to the Onmitsukido. I find it hard to believe that people were able to infiltrate this deeply inside the barracks undetected, but judging by the look of their clothes they seemed to be skilled assassins."
Yushiro nodded with a solemn face. "Yeah...when they found that they were outmatched they killed themselves. I couldn't get any information from them."
Kishin frowned and stared down at the dead bodies. "Odd...did you chase them here or did you find them here?"
Yushiro also frowned and replied, "I found them here. They attempted to break into the Nest of Maggots. Kishin...you don't think…"
Kishin nodded and stared at the cave entrance leading down into the Nest. "Yeah. I think you're thinking the same thing. It can't be a coincidence that assassins were sent here the same day that you captured Ran'Tao. It seems someone wants her dead. And these assassins...I don't know much about the Bounts but it doesn't seem likely that they were the ones who hired them."
Yushiro nodded in agreement. "I was thinking the same. While we don't know what the Bount's objectives are, it remains a fact that they wouldn't have the influence to hire assassins as skilled as these who were able to bypass the perimeter security of the Onmitsukido."
"True, but don't forget that security is a bit lacking since the 2nd division forces are slightly scattered across the four gates of the Seireitei. Still, to make it this far and to head straight to the Maggots Nest. It appears this Ran'Tao person you captured has more to them than meets the eye."
"Then...what're you going to do? Don't you have to search Northern Rukongai for the insurgents?"
"I already sent some of my division members out. I was about to partake as well but…" He glanced at the injured bodyguards that normally protected the Nest of Maggots and then down at the dead assassins before continuing, "It seems this Ran'Tao person is more interesting than I thought. For someone to hire assassins to kill her the moment she resurfaced means that she knows something someone doesn't want others finding out about. I think I'll go and have a chat with her."
"Eh? Y-You will? Err...then I'll come with."
Kishin shook his head. "You need to clean up the bodies first. Then fortify the protection around the Nest of Maggots. Since someone wants Ran'Tao dead then all the more reason for you to try and keep her alive. Unexpectedly she's someone important."
Yushiro sighed and nodded a bit unhappily. "Fine. I'm left to do the grunt work again…"
Kishin just lightly patted his friends back. "Thanks." Without missing a beat he immediately entered the Nest with a curious look in his eyes.
"Ran'Tao huh? Exactly what secrets are you hiding? I thought she was just someone who created the Bounts but...it seems there is something more interesting going on."
MISC.
Well...what is up with the attempted assassination on Ran'Tao's life? Who wants her dead? And Rukia's back in Soul Society somewhere in Northern Rukongai. How will the matter with the Bounts come to an end? How will Rukia react to seeing Kishin's new Captain's Haori? Until next chapter where some answers will shed some more light on the World Kishin has found himself inside.
*Oken (Royal Key): The method in which one can open the path to the Royal Palace where the Soul King resides. The conditions needed to create one is an enriched spiritual zone of at least half a spirit-mile in radius (1 spirit-mile across) and the sacrifice of 100,000 souls.
*Wild Lands: Unexplored and undeveloped lands beyond the perimeter of the 80th districts of Rukongai.
*Tekai Kecchu (World Shifting Binding Posts): A variation of the Senkaimon on a much larger scale where four giant pillars are erected at four different corners replacing the space inside with the space of a different area.
*Garganta (Throat/Black Cavity): Void between worlds that is mainly used by Hollows to travel between the World of the Living, Hueco Mundo, and Soul Society.
KIDO (Demon Way):
-Bakudo #61: Rikujokoro (Six Rods of Light)
-Bakudo #75: Gochutekkan (Five Iron Pillar Penetration)
-Bakudo #80: Sodai Seki (Grand Repulsion)
CAPTAINS/LIEUTENANTS/3rd/4th/5th/6th OFFICER (Last, First)
1. Yamamoto Genryusai Shigekuni/Sasakibe Chojiro
2. Soi Fon/Omaeda Marechiyo/Shihoin Yushiro
3. Chigetsu Kishin/Kira Izuru/Togakushi Riku/?/Gori Takatsuna/Katakura Asuka
4. Unohana Retsu/Kotetsu Isane
5. Amagai Shusuke/?
6. Kuchiki Byakuya/Abarai Renji
7. Komamura Sajin/Iba Tetsuzaemon
8. Kyoraku Shunsui/Ise Nanao
9. Tsunayashiro Kinji (Kido Commander)/Hisagi Shuhei
10. Hitsugaya Toshiro/Matsumoto Rangiku
11. Zaraki Kenpachi/Kusajishi Yachiru
12. Kurotsuchi Mayuri/Kurotsuchi Nemu
13. Ukitake Jushiro/?
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