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This is a list of Soul Reaper characters featured in the anime and manga series Bleach, created by Tite Kubo. Image File history File links No higher resolution available. ...
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In the series, Soul Reapers, known as shinigami (死神, shinigami? literally "death god") in the Japanese anime, are a fictional race of spirits who govern the flow of souls between the human world and the afterlife. Soul Reapers redirects here. ...
Shinigami , literally death god) is the Japanese name for personifications of death, in particular the Grim Reaper, which was imported to Japan from Europe during the Meiji period. ...
Shinigami , literally death god) is the Japanese name for personifications of death, in particular the Grim Reaper, which was imported to Japan from Europe during the Meiji period. ...
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Soul Reapers are departed human souls that have gained supernatural powers. Their bodies are composed of ectoplasm which mimics normal human anatomy. Soul Reapers can only be seen by other spiritually aware entities, which excludes most humans, but otherwise are solid entities capable of influencing their environment. Additionally, they can be injured and die like regular humans, though it takes considerably greater injuries for the latter to occur than it would in regular humans. A ghost, composed of electoplasm In parapsychology, ectoplasm is the name given to a hypothetical form of dense bio-energy liberated by living things which is claimed to make possible the materialisation of ghosts and psychokinesis. ...
The most prominent power possessed by a Soul Reaper is their zanpakutō, a sword generated from the Soul Reaper's soul. Soul Reapers naturally give off spiritual energy, which varies greatly in magnitude with an individual's strength. A zanpakutō is a physical manifestation of this force concentrated into a blade.[1] Shikai redirects here. ...
Soul Reaper operations are based out of Soul Society, which is the afterlife in Bleach. Travel between the human world and Soul Society is extremely limited and monitored, but some Soul Reaper are stationed in the human world to carry out their duties and therefore must often travel between the two. In addition, it is a crime for a Soul Reaper to remain in the human world longer than directed. A Soul Reaper's duties include leading wholes (ghosts) to Soul Society in a practice called soul burial (konsō), and the cleansing of hollows (evil spirits).[2] Soul Society , the Japanese spelling used literally translates to dead spirit world)[1] is the afterlife (also called the spirit world in a Bleach-related context) in the anime and manga series Bleach. ...
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Soul Reaper court divisions The Gotei 13 (護廷十三隊, goteijūsantai?, "13 Division Imperial Guards", or "13 Court Guard Squads" in the English dubbed version), is the central organization which most Soul Reapers join. It is split into thirteen divisions, hence the name, some of which have certain specializations. The 4th Division is the medical/supply division, the 11th Division is the primary combat division, and the 12th Division is the research/scientific division.
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Captains
 The 13 Soul Reaper captains. Captains (隊長, Taichō?, literally "Unit Commander") are the leaders of the thirteen divisions. Each controls a specific division with the exception of the Commander-General (総隊長, sōtaichō?, "Head-Captain" in the English dub), who acts as both captain of the 1st Division and the leader of the Gotei 13; the implication is that this is an ex officio position. Image File history File links Metadata No higher resolution available. ...
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Captains are the most respected and powerful Soul Reapers in Soul Society. With one exception (Kenpachi Zaraki), all captains are able to perform the bankai of their zanpakutō. Knowing bankai gives Soul Reapers an average of five to ten times the strength of those Soul Reapers who are unable to perform it. They have also extensively trained with their bankai, allowing them to actually use the enormous power effectively in battle.[3] Most captains are also skilled in the use of flash steps, kidō, and generally have excellent knowledge of Soul Reaper history and battle tactics. All of these factors create an extremely large gap in power between captains and lower-ranked officers. Kenpachi Zaraki ) is a fictional character and supporting anti-hero in the anime and manga series Bleach created by Tite Kubo. ...
In the manga and anime series Bleach, kidÅ literally way of the demon) are a form of magic used by Soul Reapers. ...
Lieutenants
 The 13 Soul Reaper lieutenants. Lieutenants (副隊長, fukutaichō?, literally "Vice-unit Commander") are the adjutants to the captains in each division. In terms of rank, they hold the 2nd seat. They usually only know the shikai of their zanpakutō, but are still considered the second strongest officer in their division. In the case of a division captain's death, departure, or other circumstances making them unable to perform their duties, the lieutenant acts as the substitute captain until another captain can be assigned.[4] Image File history File links Metadata No higher resolution available. ...
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Officers Seated officers (席官, Sekikan?) hold ranks from 3rd Seat to 20th seat. While the single digit ranks are usually only assigned to a single officer, the lower ranks will often be held by several. Higher digit ranks may also lead secondary teams within the division; for instance, Hanatarō Yamada is the 4th Division's 7th seat and leader of the 14th Advanced Relief Team therein. The bulk of each division is made up of an unspecified number of unseated Soul Reapers, roughly equivalent to enlisted soldiers. Rukia Kuchiki of Division 13 is one notable example of an unseated Soul Reaper, among other named, but otherwise minor, tertiary characters. Rukia Kuchiki ) is a fictional character and protagonist in the anime and manga series Bleach created by Tite Kubo. ...
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1st Division
Shigekuni Yamamoto-Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto-Genryūsai (山本元柳斎 重國, Yamamoto-Genryūsai Shigekuni?) is the leader of the Gotei 13. He is an old man with a long beard. Despite his old age, he has a very muscular body. There are many scars on his torso and head, suggesting numerous battles in his past. He wears the standard Soul Reaper captain uniform, but its size is greatly exaggerated. He also drapes his haori over his back instead of actually wearing it. Yamamoto believes that laws must be upheld for the benefit of the community and despises those who break them. He founded the Soul Reaper academy about 2000 years before the main Bleach storyline,[6][7] where he personally instructed Shunsui Kyōraku and Jūshirō Ukitake. He thinks of the two as his own sons, and was proud of both of them when they achieved their captaincy. Masaaki Tsukada (å¡šç”° æ£æ˜ Tsukada Masaaki, born December 16, 1938) is a male voice actor (SeiyÅ«) born in Kawasaki, Kanagawa, Japan. ...
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Yamamoto's zanpakutō is Ryūjin Jakka (流刃若火, Ryūjin Jakka? roughly "flowing flame blade"). It is released with the command "all things in the universe, turn to ashes" (万象一切灰燼と為せ, banshō issai kaijin to nase?).[8] When released the sword, sealed as Yamamoto's staff, consumes him and the surrounding area in flames, earning it the title as the most powerful fire-based zanpakutō in Soul Society. The sheer power of the flame can disintegrate almost anything the sword is waved at. While able to easily fight two captains with Ryūjin Jakka, Yamamoto's spiritual pressure alone is strong enough to paralyze lieutenant-class Soul Reapers simply by releasing it. He is also able to use the technique called jōkaku enjō (lit. Blazing Fortress) to create a sphere of flame to imprison his enemies. Shikai redirects here. ...
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Chōjirō Sasakibe Chōjirō Sasakibe (雀部 長次郎, Sasakibe Chōjirō?) is the least seen of all the lieutenants, not being named in the manga until long after his first appearance. He wears a white jinbaori over his uniform and arm guards. In the manga, Chōjirō is illustrated without pupils, though in the anime he is depicted with yellow or light brown eyes. Chōjirō is enamored with British culture, and takes great strides to Westernize his life.[9] His zanpakutō is Gonryōmaru (厳霊丸, Gonryōmaru? roughly "solemn spirit"). When released with the command "bite" (穿て, ugate?, "pierce" in Japanese materials), Gonryōmaru transforms into a rapier. Its special abilities, if any, remain unknown. Taro Yamaguchi (born 6 June 1970) is a Japanese seiyÅ« who has voiced several anime roles. ...
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2nd Division
Soifon Soifon (砕蜂, pinyin: Sùifēng), born Shaolin Fon (蜂 梢綾, pinyin: Fēng Shaolíng), is a hard worker who believes strongly in following orders. She is generally reserved and does not hesitate to strike down her subordinates if they pose a challenge to her plans. In her childhood, she served as a bodyguard of Yoruichi Shihōin, with whom she developed a close relationship, eventually even becoming Yoruichi's protégé. After Yoruichi left Soul Society, Soifon was crushed and angered at Yoruichi's betrayal. In retaliation she trained to surpass her mentor, having replaced Yoruichi as the captain of the 2nd Division by the start of the series. Following her battle against Yoruichi in Soul Society in which she is defeated, she tearfully asks why Yoruichi did not take her with her. While Yoruichi's answer is not heard, Soifon seems to have forgiven her, the two's relationship has become somewhat of a running gag. Soifon consistently displays an obsessive, almost romantic, interest in Yoruichi. She likes anything resembling a black cat (a form Yoruichi can assume at will), often suggests that spending time with Yoruichi is the definition of fun, and displays jealousy should Yoruichi be in someone else's company. IGN has commented that Soifon and Yoruichi share one of the more interesting histories in the series, though feels more could have been done to flesh it out.[10][11] Tomoko Kawakami , real name in kanji: å·ä¸Š 倫å) (April 25, 1971 - ) is a female seiyÅ« from Tokyo, Japan. ...
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Yoruichi Shihouin ) is a character in the anime and manga series Bleach. ...
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Soifon's zanpakutō is Suzumebachi (雀蜂, Suzumebachi? literally "hornet"). When released with the command "Sting all enemies to death!" (尽敵螫殺, jinteki shakusetsu?),[12] it shrinks into a stinger that is worn on the middle finger of Soifon's right hand. Whenever it cuts an opponent, a butterfly symbol called a hornet's crest (蜂紋華, hōmonka?) spreads from the point of contact. Should Suzumebachi stab the same location again, the opponent dies. During her days training with Yoruichi, the crests could only be maintained for half an hour. Since then, she has improved to the point that the crests can never be removed unless she wills it. Shikai redirects here. ...
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Marechiyo Ōmaeda - Rank: Lieutenant
- Voiced by: Shōto Kashii (Japanese), Lex Lang (English)
Marechiyo Ōmaeda (大前田 希千代, Ōmaeda Marechiyo?) is a large man with an equally large mouth who comes across as arrogant and dull. In an omake he is shown to come from a rich family, where he is revealed to have a comically long name, Marechiyo Yoshiayamenosuke Nikkōtarōemon Ōmaeda (大前田 日光田郎右衛門 美菖蒲介 希千代, Ōmaeda Nikkōtarōemon Yoshiayamenosuke Marechiyo?). He looks very similar to all of his family members except for his sister who, though considered normal-looking and sweet by most characters, Marechiyo considers ugly.[13] Other characters suspect that he received his position as a lieutenant because of his family's influence, as he is usually seen eating or picking his nose. Despite these negative qualities, Marechiyo is a kind person who enjoys beadwork and who paid for the renovation of the 2nd Division headquarters with his own money.[14] Marechiyo's zanpakutō is Gegetsuburi (五形頭, Gegetsuburi? roughly "five heads"). When released with the command "crush" (打っ潰せ, buttsubuse?), it transforms into an oversized spiked ball and chain. Its special abilities, if any, are unknown, as it is quickly destroyed by Ichigo Kurosaki the only time it is released. Lex Lang is an American producer, director, voice actor, celebrity voice match specialist, songwriter, music producer and philanthropist. ...
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Former officers Yoruichi is the captain of the 2nd Division during the Turn Back the Pendulum miniseries. She abandons her post when she joins Kisuke Urahara in leaving Soul Society. Yoruichi Shihouin ) is a character in the anime and manga series Bleach. ...
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3rd Division
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Shūsuke Amagai Shūsuke Amagai (天貝 繍助, Amagai Shūsuke?) is the new captain of the 3rd Division during the anime's The New Captain Shūsuke Amagai arc. He is noted to be the only captain to ever be picked out of a patrol group, a significant change in Soul Society policy. Because he is not known to many of the 3rd Division's members, they initially do not trust him, and many of the captains do not know who proctored his captain's exam. He manages to gain the trust of his men by saving their lives during a mission against some Gillians in the dangai. He has an unkempt appearance and is usually bright, lively and unpretentious. He seems to have a very low tolerance for alcohol, as he passes out after drinking one cup of sake. He carries two weapons: his yet-to-be-named zanpakutō, which he wears to his side in the standard fashion, and a tuning fork-like weapon held-up by a loose-hanging brown strap. He used the latter to eradicate one of the cleaners in the dangai, protecting a large number of his squad and earning their respect. He always carries cleaning papers for cleaning his weapons; he uses these in a fashion similar to that of samurai when cleaning blood off their swords. KenyÅ« Horiuchi ) is a veteran seiyÅ« (voice actor) who was born July 30, 1957 in Gotenba, Shizuoka, Japan. ...
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Izuru Kira Izuru Kira (吉良 イヅル, Kira Izuru?, romanized as "Iduru" in Bleach Official Character Book SOULs and other Japanese sources) is a friend of Momo Hinamori and Renji Abarai from their days in the Soul Reaper academy. They are often seen spending time together, and all joined 5th Division together. Though no longer in the same division, Kira is loyal to both his friends and his duties, perhaps to a fault. He defends his captain from a grief-stricken Hinamori, and later calls himself a "monster" raising his sword against her. He is also unwilling to tell his captain about Kifune's callous reaction to the near death of one of his own squad members, afraid that the further distrust it would cause might tear apart their already unstable squad. Tempered with a mild, forgiving nature and a sense of modesty, he lacks great self-confidence and resolve to follow his own beliefs,as noted by 3rd seat Kifune in their confrontation down in the execution ground ruins. This likely resulted in the fact that many of his actions are actually based on orders given to him by his peers or superiors. Though talented in kido (graduating in the top of his class in soulreaper accademy), He does not, from what is seen so far in the series, fight with true fury and tenacity, and is easily defeated by Renji in kendo lessons during their days in the soulreaper academy. Not one to bear a grudge, he greets renji later in a comradely fashion, to which the latter remarks that he must have "come from the good side of town." His timidity is demonstrated plainly when, in an invasion of hollows in training grounds, being the first time he is faced with a one, he panics until he is forced into action with his friends. His manner is reflectly largely in the capablities of his zanpakutō, which mostly targed the enemy's weapon, rather than the enemy itself, allowing him to decapitate his opponent's fighting abilities and avoid prolonged confrontation. After Vice-captain Matsumoto releases her zanpaktou, which rendered the effects of his own useless, he is quickly defeated. He is the first in the 3rd Division to accept their new captain, Shūsuke Amagai, and tries to convince his peers of Shūsuke's trustworthiness but is somewhat skeptical of 3rd Seat Kifune whom he realizes after confrontation, strictly believes in the following of a soulreaper's duties and nothing else. Takahiro Sakurai , born June 13, 1974) is a seiyÅ« who was born in Aichi. ...
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Kira's zanpakutō is Wabisuke (侘助, Wabisuke? roughly "miserable man", translated in the English manga as "the penitent one"). Its release command is "raise your head" (面を上げろ, omote o agero?). When activated, Wabisuke's blade bends into a squared hook. In this form, Wabisuke doubles the weight of whatever it strikes. The effect is cumulative, so each following hit geometrically increases the weight of the target. Thus, after seven or eight blocked attacks, his opponents are unable to lift their own swords. Once Wabisuke's effect becomes noticeable, Kira's opponents often fall to their knees with their heads bent down, as if in apology, thus the name of his zanpakutō.
Makoto Kibune Makoto Kibune (貴船 理, Kibune Makoto?) is added to the 3rd Division during the anime's The New Captain Shūsuke Amagai arc. He bears a strong resemblance to the arrancar Szayel Aporro Granz, but with brown hair and a calm, collected personality. He wears the standard Soul Reaper uniform with a purple sweater underneath and purple-rimmed glasses. While he outwardly appears friendly towards his subordinates, he is highly intolerant towards failure, calling those who fall in battle 'trash', similar to the arrancar Ulquiorra Schiffer, and also seems to blame Izuru for being too "soft" to stop Gin's defection. He is shown to be in the employ of Gyōkaku Kumoi. His zanpakutō is Reppū (烈風, Reppū? literally "gale"), and is released with the command "stormily rage" (荒れ狂え, are kurue?). In its shikai form it is a large, three bladed weapon, which he can telekinetically control, allowing him to attack enemies from any direction. Hikaru Midorikawa ) (born May 2, 1968, in Tochigi) is a popular voice actor (seiyÅ«) in Japan. ...
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Former officers Rose is the captain of the 3rd Division during the Turn Back the Pendulum miniseries. He leaves Soul Society after becoming a vizard. For the Australian businessman and entertainer, see Steve Vizard. ...
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Gin was once the lieutenant of the 5th Division, but by the time of the start of the series he is captain of the 3rd Division. He joins his former captain, Sōsuke Aizen, in defecting from the Soul Reapers at the conclusion of the Soul Society arc. Gin Ichimaru ) is a fictional character in the anime and manga series Bleach created by Tite Kubo. ...
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4th Division
Retsu Unohana Retsu Unohana (卯ノ花 烈 or 卯の花 烈, Unohana Retsu?) is a soft-spoken, polite, and caring woman. She wears the standard Soul Reaper captain's uniform with long sleeves, and wears her hair in long black braid to the front of her neck rather than the back. She uses honorifics when addressing everyone, including her subordinates, and rarely shows panic or distress. Shunsui Kyōraku and Jūshirō Ukitake treat her as their senior, implying she may have been a captain or at least involved in Soul Society longer than either of them. As the head of the 4th Division, Unohana is usually tasked with healing others, commonly treating the most severe injuries. Though she is always polite to her patients, anyone who tries to leave her care before they are discharged are promptly scared into submission merely by her presence. Aya Hisakawa ) is a seiyÅ« and J-pop singer born November 12, 1968 in Kaizuka, Osaka Prefecture, Japan. ...
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Unohana's zanpakutō is Minazuki (肉雫唼, Minazuki? roughly "purify the flesh"). In sealed form, Minazuki is slightly longer than ordinary katana, and resembles a nodachi. Instead of tying it to her obi, Unohana carries her zanpakutō over her shoulder by a rope strap or lets Isane carry it for her. When unsealed, the entire sword transforms into a giant, flying, one-eyed manta ray. It has the ability to heal people by swallowing them. When Unohana reseals Minazuki, it dissolves into green mist and reforms into the sheath of her zanpakutō. Though the series never shows her performing the actual release, Bleach Advance: Kurenai ni Somaru Soul Society labels this form as Unohana's shikai. Shikai redirects here. ...
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Isane Kotetsu Isane Kotetsu (虎徹 勇音, Kotetsu Isane?) is the older sister of Kiyone Kotetsu. Unlike Kiyone, Isane is generally quiet and observant, though she shares her sister's sense of loyalty. She looks to Unohana as a mentor and mother figure. It is noted by Unohana that Isane suffers from frequent and recurring nightmares. This is sometimes used as material for jokes, as Isane's nightmares are often odd or whimsical in their contents. For example, she once had a nightmare involving fish paste.[15] Isane's zanpakutō is Itegumo (凍雲, Itegumo? literally "frozen cloud", translated in the English manga as "frozen snow"). The guard is shaped like a snowflake. When released with the command "run" (奔れ, hashire?), two smaller blades protrude from Itegumo's hilt at 45° angles. Its special abilities, if any, remain unknown. ...
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Hanatarō Yamada Hanatarō Yamada (山田 花太郎, Yamada Hanatarō?) is the leader of the 14th Relief Squad of the 4th Division. Hanatarō is very timid and nervous, and he tends to be clumsy and easily duped. Despite this, he is shown to be very bold at times, as he risks his standing as a Soul Reaper to help Rukia Kuchiki escape execution. Instead of his zanpakutō, Hanatarō usually carries around a 4th Division medical pack on his back that he uses to heal others in the field. Though he does possess a zanpakutō, named Hisagomaru (瓠丸, Hisagomaru? "gourd"), he tends to misplace it as he rarely needs to use it. Hisagomaru is released with the command "fulfill" (満たせ, mitase?). When it strikes an opponent, Hisagomaru heals their wounds rather than causing them damage. A red gauge on the blade then fills depending on the severity of the healed wound. Once the gauge is filled Hisagomaru, upon Hanatarō's uttering of the release command, transforms into a scalpel and changes its name to Akeiro Hisagomaru (朱色瓠丸, Akeiro Hisagomaru? "crimson gourd"). In this state, it is able to concentrate the combined damage of all the wounds it has healed into a single devastating attack, and subsequent attacks are able to cause harm, though its size in its released form makes that difficult. When the sword releases the combined damage it is enough to stun a Gillian-level menos. KÅki Miyata ), born October 9, 1972 in Yokohama, Kanagawa, is a seiyÅ« who works for 81 Produce. ...
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5th Division
Momo Hinamori Momo Hinamori (雛森 桃, Hinamori Momo?) is an upbeat and easy-going girl who is generally quite trusting, if not naïve. She is a childhood friend of Tōshirō Hitsugaya, who called her "bed-wetter Momo" in retaliation whenever she called him "Shiro-chan" ("Lil' Shiro" in the English dub), literally meaning "Whitey". She befriended Izuru Kira and Renji Abarai when she joined the Soul Reaper academy, and the three later joined the 5th Division under Sōsuke Aizen. Being the only one of them to have stayed with the division, Hinamori greatly admires Aizen, still believing he is a good person even after he tries to kill her and subsequently betrays Soul Society, suggesting that Gin is controlling him. Her appearance is fairly ordinary compared to other Soul Reapers; she wears her hair up in a bun with a cloth wrapped around it and tied with a ribbon. Sakuma Kumi (ä½ä¹…é–“ 紅美) is a seiyu who was born on November 2, 1976 in Chiba. ...
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Hinamori's zanpakutō is Tobiume (飛梅, Tobiume? literally "flying plum tree"). When released with the command "snap" (弾け, hajike?), Tobiume's blade straightens and produces several jitte-like prongs along its length. In this form, Tobiume acts as a focus for Hinamori's spiritual power, concentrating it into energy bursts capable of cratering floors and breaching walls. She can also compress her power into massive energy balls and toss them from the blade's tip. Hinamori is very talented with kidō. Shikai redirects here. ...
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In the manga and anime series Bleach, kidÅ literally way of the demon) are a form of magic used by Soul Reapers. ...
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Aizen was once the lieutenant of the 5th Division under Shinji Hirako. He replaced Shinji as captain of the division sometime after Shinji became a vizard. He defects from the Soul Reapers at the conclusion of the Soul Society arc, fleeing to Hueco Mundo. Aizen redirects here. ...
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6th Division
Byakuya Kuchiki Byakuya Kuchiki (朽木 白哉, Kuchiki Byakuya?) becomes captain of the 6th Division sometime after his grandfather, Ginrei Kuchiki, vacates its captaincy. Byakuya Kuchiki ) is a fictional character in the anime and manga series Bleach created by Tite Kubo. ...
Renji Abarai Renji Abarai (阿散井 恋次, Abarai Renji?) begins his Soul Reaper career in the 5th Division, but is transferred into the 11th Division and eventually moves to the 6th to become Byakuya Kuchiki's lieutenant. Renji Abarai ) is a fictional character and major figure in the anime and manga series Bleach created by Tite Kubo. ...
Byakuya Kuchiki ) is a fictional character in the anime and manga series Bleach created by Tite Kubo. ...
Former officers
- Former Captain: Ginrei Kuchiki (朽木 銀嶺, Kuchiki Ginrei?)
Ginrei is the captain of the 6th Division and the head of the Kuchiki family during the Turn Back the Pendulum miniseries. His grandson, Byakuya Kuchiki, eventually replaces him as captain and head of the Kuchiki family. Byakuya Kuchiki ) is a fictional character in the anime and manga series Bleach created by Tite Kubo. ...
7th Division
Sajin Komamura Sajin Komamura (狛村 左陣, Komamura Sajin?) is an anthropomorphic canine. He is initially very self-conscious about his appearance, wearing a large helmet that concealed his entire head. After his fight with Kenpachi Zaraki (during which his helmet is destroyed), he gains enough confidence to go without the helmet. His anthropomorphic appearance is often the source of jokes; for example, when his lieutenant asks where to find a bathroom, he appears to direct him to a fire hydrant, though he is in fact pointing at a bathroom just around the corner. Komamura has a close friendship with Kaname Tōsen, and is very shocked when the latter chooses to defect from Soul Society, feeling that his friend has abandoned his morals. Komamura resolves to awaken Tōsen with his own hands. Tetsu Inada , born July 1, 1972 in Hachioji, Tokyo) is a seiyÅ« who works for Aoni Production. ...
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Kenpachi Zaraki ) is a fictional character and supporting anti-hero in the anime and manga series Bleach created by Tite Kubo. ...
Kaname TÅsen ) is a fictional character in the anime and manga series Bleach created by Tite Kubo. ...
Komamura's zanpakutō is Tenken (天譴, Tenken? literally "divine punishment", translated in the English manga as "sword of heavenly retribution"). It is released with the command "roar" (轟け, todoroke?). Once released, Tenken creates various body parts of a giant to copy whatever body part Komamura moves; for example, should Komamura swing his sword, a gigantic disembodied arm wielding a sword appears and does the same thing. Tenken's bankai, Kokujō Tengen Myō'ō (黒縄天譴明王, Kokujō Tengen Myō'ō? roughly "king of black-roped divine punishment", translated in the English manga as "divine retribution, black ropes of ruination") brings forth the entire giant, which also copies Komamura's movements. Shikai redirects here. ...
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Tetsuzaemon Iba - Rank: Lieutenant
- Voiced by: Rintarou Nishi (Japanese), Steve Cassling (English)
Tetsuzaemon Iba (射場 鉄左衛門, Iba Tetsuzaemon?) is originally from the 11th Division, having transferred once determining he would never be promoted to lieutenant had he stayed. As a result, his former compatriots look down upon him. Despite this, Iba has a habit of hanging around their division's headquarters, and he still enjoys a good fight. Iba has a distinctive hair cut and wears black sunglasses with his standard Soul Reaper uniform. He also smokes, thus somewhat resembling a typical yakuza gangster. He has a large tattoo on his back consisting of a cat on fire and kanji meaning "inviting luck" (招福, shōfuku?). He and Ikkaku Madarame seem to have something of a working relationship, though it consists mainly of them dueling, drinking sake, then dueling again to see who has to get more. Steve Cassling is a voice actor. ...
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Iba is well-rounded in both swordsmanship and kidō, only because it made becoming a lieutenant easier. The name and abilities of Iba's zanpakutō are unknown, as well as its release command. It takes the form of a tantō when sealed, and he usually keeps it inside his Soul Reaper uniform with the hilt sticking out. In its shikai, Iba's zanpakutō extends into a falchion or a large bladed scimitar with a pick-like protrusion a short distance below the tip of the sword. In the manga and anime series Bleach, kidÅ literally way of the demon) are a form of magic used by Soul Reapers. ...
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8th Division
Shunsui Kyōraku Shunsui Kyōraku (京楽 春水, Kyōraku Shunsui?) is a laid back and flamboyant man, evident in his style of dress and general attitude. He wears a straw hat and a pink flowered haori over his captain's uniform. In his off time, he can be seen drinking sake and napping. Other times, he likes to chase after women, particularly his lieutenant. Kyōraku tends to use a more familiar speech style than most other characters in Bleach; he generally refers to his fellow captains and Soul Reapers by their first name followed by an honorific. Kyōraku is a peace-loving man who will always try to find a nonviolent solution, though he doesn't wish to insult opponents by refusing to fight. He and his friend Jūshirō Ukitake are two of the oldest captains in the Gotei 13. They both trained under General Yamamoto, who Kyōraku calls Old-man Yama (山じい , Yama-jī?). Akio Ohtsuka, 2006. ...
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Kyōraku's zanpakutō is Katen Kyōkotsu (花天狂骨, Katen Kyōkotsu? roughly "flower-heaven bone of madness"). His zanpakutō is unique in that it exists as two completely separate swords, being as a daisho sword pair. It is released with the command "Flower wind rage and flower god roar. Heavenly wind rage and heavenly demon sneer" (花風紊れて花神啼き天風紊れて天魔嗤う, hana kaze midarete, kashin naki, tenpū midarete, tenma warau?). In Katen Kyōkotsu's released state, the daisho sword pair transforms into two large scimitars or falchions. While the anime and manga have yet to depict what special abilities Katen Kyōkotsu possesses, some Bleach video games portray it as having wind manipulation abilities. Shikai redirects here. ...
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Nanao Ise Nanao Ise (伊勢 七緒, Ise Nanao?) is a very serious and pragmatic person, which is at odds with her captain's silly antics. Despite this, she is extremely respectful of her captain and follows his instructions without hesitation. Nanao is often accosted by her captain, whose teasing takes various forms. Nanao's usual reaction is to scold him or hit him with something, usually a fan. When she is particularly annoyed she takes off her glasses. Though her face has never been seen while doing so, this act is apparently quite frightening, as most characters who see it are reduced to gibbering wrecks just by witnessing it. She has been with the 8th Division since she was a small child, and she enjoyed reading with former lieutenant Lisa Yadōmaru. Not much is known about Nanao's zanpakutō and she is very rarely seen with it. An illustration in the art book "All Color but the Black" reveals that her zanpakutō takes the form of what appears to be either a wakizashi or tantō, which she seems to conceal within her sleeve. Hitomi Nabatame , born August 4, 1976 in Sado, Niigata Prefecture and grew up in Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture) is a Japanese seiyÅ«. She is affiliated with Ken Production. ...
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