Final Update to Bankai Requirements (for real this time!)

[Shizuka Sanamizu ✮]

Hey everyone!

Section 2 has been updated! For a short while, we've been discussing what it means to hold Bankai. Our requirements were strict and difficult to complete on purpose, but we believe that this change will be a positive one. Bankai is meant to be a challenging process. In fact, it is rare for Shinigami to have the ability. For our forum, we will maintain that all Captains can use Bankai, as well as four Vice Captains and two Third Seats. That being said, our new changes are as follows:

Bankai is the most powerful Shinigami Release and is obtained no earlier than Class 3. For some, it may not be achieved until later, but Class 3 is its minimum Class requirement. This ability lasts for ten posts and costs Reiatsu to use. This cost, along with its duration, may change along with Class increases. More information about this is explained within the leveling path below. Bankai has several requirements for those who wish to obtain it. Among these are Rank and character developments. With regards to Rank, there are limited slots since only two Third Seats and four Vice Captains may have Bankai at one time. Captains and Vizards, on the other hand, will always have Bankai. If any given slot is currently occupied, you may contest it with its owner. Be warned, though. In battle, they may use Bankai, but you cannot. If you wish to app-into having Bankai (that is, start out with it upon character creation), you must apply for a Captain spot. Any other Rank that may permit use of Bankai requires you to go through the normal Bankai application process.

The Bankai application process requires the individual to first reach a minimum of Class 3. Once that Class has been achieved, they must submit the following:

• Three threads containing significant, in-depth character development that push the character towards obtaining Bankai. There must be generous amounts of evidence that this is a serious goal of theirs in every single thread. These threads will also be used during the promotion process if the character is not yet of proper Rank/Position to obtain Bankai.
• IF THE POSITION IS NOT OCCUPIED - A solo thread is required that contains significant, in-depth character development between the individual character and their Zanpakuto spirit. The expectation is that they train with each other to properly develop Bankai. This thread must be a minimum of one page long with each post on the page containing no less than four paragraphs.
• IF THE POSITION IS OCCUPIED - As stated, a qualifying PvP must occur in order to obtain Bankai. In this PvP, the opponent may use Bankai while the challenger may not. The challenger is required to win. This PvP must also contain significant, in-depth character development between the individual character and their Zanpakuto spirit. The expectation is that they fight together against a common 'enemy' in order to properly develop Bankai.

It is ultimately up to the mod grading the application to decide whether or not your character earns Bankai, but the specifics regarding which types of threads are needed can also be found in the "Upgrade your Character Template" under the Bankai application form or as part of the same form in the "Shinigami Template and Explanation" thread. When applying for Bankai, fill out that form and post it in the "Upgrade your Character" thread. If you're interested in looking for currently available Bankai slots, please refer to "The Soul Society Rankings."

Hopefully this makes earning Bankai a bit more fun, but the process is subject for review just like always! Please let us know if you have any questions!

Staff Team