Blood Mist (NDE, Training Session, Open)

[Asen Mahawa]

The sky was so dark that it felt like it made the Seireitei feel like it's being engulfed by an enormous cloud of darkness. The moon is new, so there's none of it's eerie light shining down into the dark abyss. With the dark clouds hanging over them, it's a wonder why not even star twinkled in existence. Not a drop of rain hit the blades of grass, it's like just sitting there trying to devour all sources of light. It was definitely not a wonderful night that the young Shinigami remembers.

Earlier, a young Shinigami named Asen Mahawa who's actually the Fifth Seat of Squad 1 had recently read a report of Hollows slowly squeezing the life out of one of the villages in the Seireitei. It was late even then, for the sun had already gone down and this dark cloud hides almost all visual contact save for a 30 feet radius. Even with that, it would've been tricky just to find one's way out of their rooms without the aid of lanterns or candles. He had asked quite a few Unseated Shinigami if they would correct this report by getting rid of the Hollows. Unfortunately, just about every one of them were half asleep when they came to him. So he quickly dismissed them for he didn't want to risk a man's life on his behalf and took the liberty of dealing with the situation himself.

Now he stands among the Wilderness with Augatsol drawn out from her sheath revealing her crimson red blade with a dark blue keen edge. Even just standing here, he could feel raw Reishi of Hollows around him. "Best be careful, wouldn't want some idiot lying dead on me." Augatsol spoke to Asen who just smirked. His Zanpaktous are rather spoiled in some ways for he treats them like they're people and not weapons. Though Augatsol has a bloodthirsty intention when it comes to slaying Hollows. "As if i'll ever cross your mind." He could feel Augatsol's irritation as she hates it when he doubts her true feelings. Especially when he does it on purpose. "S-Shut up idiot! You don't even know what you're talking about! Let's just hurry up and kill these things and go home already!" He just shook his head as he lets out a sigh. "Would it kill ya if you didn't take things too seriously?"

[Takashi Kuchiki]

There was a kindled fire out in the middle of the forest. Here, there were a few logs that were stacked up high a top one another. In addition, there seemed to be a tent made of sticks that resembled a teepee hut. There was an opening that was covered by a small cloth. Behind it would be some trip wire that was set as a sort of trap. Sitting on a log was Kuchiki Takashi; in front of his kindled fire. He had pushed himself hard during the night training. It was at this time that he would train in the darkness to better his instincts and senses.

As for tonight, it seemed a good night to train. However, it was indeed getting late and the man decided it may be good to rest. However, he found himself unable to sleep. There was some uneasiness about the forest tonight. Usually, it was rather calm. These past few nights it was as though Takashi felt something brewing. The man usually took good care of himself. He often set traps all around a good 10 or 15 meter radius. This was in case there were hollow attacks. It was simple things like wire in the trees or trip wire that he would put out that would sound alarms only if something with great weight was put upon it.

I wonder why the night feels so strange. The stars aren't even out and there is a strange sense or feeling that I'm getting from this wilderness. It feels as though the area has shifted somehow. In any case, I better be on my guard. I am tired after that training session a few days ago with Takehiko-san and Shibo-kun. I suppose i'll take it easier for now. However, with this weird aura...it really is a pain to try and sleep. The shinigami thought to himself as he sat by the kindled fire.

Closer to his camp, there was yet another few traps such as various holes and such he would leave markers too for himself. The man would definitely attempt to keep himself alert during these times. However, tonight seemed an exception...at least for a little while. Takashi figured he may as well go to bed but not any time soon. Instead, he took out a rock and began sharpening his Zanpakuto. The man may look strange being by himself. However, Takashi was quite use to the loneliness and he embraced it often times.

[Asen Mahawa]

Treading down deeper into the forest, Asen finds a few Hollows, but these Hollows looked about as small as a cat. 'Is this the right ones? They don't look like they can kill off a village.' Asen thought while speaking telepathically to Augatsol. 'Who cares, they all look the same to me. Hurry up and take care of them.' Augatsol more like ordered him as he could feel her eagerness on being coated in blood.

Asen let's out a sigh as he closed his eyes for moment to gather his thoughts. "Don't take it personally, it's just business. Hado #4; Byakurai." Asen pointed his finger at one of the Hollow's masks while he cast the spell. A brilliant flash of pale blue light as a burst of lightning shoots out from his finger and pierces right into the Hollow's head dead center. It stumbled a bit before Asen quickly slices through it's mask and through it's small body.

Blood splattered around the area before the Hollow disappeared. However this action roused the other Hollows to have a much more violent nature towards him. Augatsol wasn't laughing, but Asen could feel her excitement brewing as her blade was slightly coated in blood. 'I wonder why these Hollows didn't attack me before...' Asen wondered to himself for he thought it was strange that these Hollows didn't strike him first nor shown any signs of aggression before he slew one of them.

One of the Hollows that's a little bigger equal to a dog at most charged at him. Asen waited till the last second to evade the Hollow's attack by stepping the side with his sword raised and cleaves through from it's mask all the way down on it's spine before the blade rips free from the body. Blood burst from the fatal wound of the Hollow as it crashes on the ground before it disappears as well. Almost the split second the body hit the ground, Asen charges at the group of Hollows. The Hollow closest to him had the appearance of a dog that's about the size of a human which it tries to retaliate by swinging it's bulky arm at him.

Asen just jumped over the arm while spinning to build up momentum to slice into the mask deep enough for the blade stopped halfway in it's skull. Then Asen wrenches the blade free and jumped up just in time before two Hollows that looked similar to each other though they were a different kind of dog and they smashed their arms on where Asen used to be but they smash their brethren into the ground instead. Asen flips the blade to where it was upside down and when the two Hollows looked up Asen plunged his sword into the mask of one of them while simultaneously pointing his finger at the other Hollow. 'Hado #4; Byakurai.' He cast mentally as another burst of pale blue lightning strikes the Hollow's chest just below it's left shoulder leaving a smoldering hole.

Asen jumps off the disappearing Hollow while the Hollow that got struck by the spell stumbled backwards which provided a perfect opportunity as Asen lands in front of the Hollow. It tries to chomp down on him, but he thrusts his blade into it's mask all the way down to Augatsol's cross guard. Blood spills out of the wound which drips on his arm and on his right foot. "I think that's about all of them, right?" Augatsol had the sense of doubt. 'No, there was a big one nearby and it's running away from here.'

Byakurai x2; 200 (RS is 270)
Reiatsu; 1,500/1,700

[Takashi Kuchiki]

As he was sharpening his blade, the snow haired shinigami heard the sounds that made his blood curl. It was the noise that he would begin to associate with the evil within the world. Every time he heard that scream it reminded him of the time his love, Keiko, was taken away from him. He let out a soft sigh as his heart began to beat quicker. The blood began to rush throughout his entire body. It would take him a moment to weigh his options. He wondered if fighting a hollow right now would be the best idea. Though, there were suppose to be quite a few here...it couldn't hurt for some night training.

The man with the blue diamond like eyes picked himself up. He took his Zanpakutou in his left hand and then began to place it into his waist band; next to the left side of his hip. As he finished, he turned around and grasped something that was handy... a flashlight. He had carried this with him when he went to human world as well. He quite liked these things, they didn't waste energy and they were convenient to use. With that, he began trekking forward, careful not to step over his own traps that he had previously set.

He would walk for probably fifteen minutes until he saw one hollow simply staring him in the face. He didn't seem all too intelligent; going on about feeding him. Most of the hollow here wished to feed off of potential spiritual beings in Rugonkai. They were easy targets to find some younger ones whom were prime targets for them. Generally, they would lure them into the forest. That, or they would find children playing near the woods and draw them in deeper with some sort of illusion or game. When the children finally realized it, they were too far out for anyone to aid them.

As this one went on about feeding and what have you, Takashi shinned his light up at it. His face was a mix of boredom mixed with a near emotionless look. As the hollow came down to attack him, he simply turned to the right; having it smash down upon the ground. Leaping up, he simply slashed horizontally towards its mask. There was a loud scream before the hollow would vaporize into a black mist that would eventually become nothingness. Takashi sighed to himself; this really wasn't good training at all.

But still..what is up with all these hollows? I swore i killed at least a handful yesterday. This area is suppose to be generally difficult to get through. Many times we'd just have to send a clean up crew once every month. But now, it feels like we need to send one nearly every few days if not every day. What is attracting them here? For that matter, how the hell are they getting in here so easily? Whatever, I suppose I'll clean up while I am here.

It was then that Takashi noticed blue lightning from a distance. Strange, he thought it wasn't the weather for thunder nor lightning. It was strange, but he figured he'd walk near that direction anyway. If he spotted anymore hollow along the way he would kill them. He really doubted there would be hollow behind him near the camp sight. That was still closer to Rugonkai than most hollow would dare to show themselves. The reason being, if one appeared then soul society would make this area impossible to hide in. For now, they could lay low because this area was not top priority. However, it only takes one to ruin it for the rest of them....or so they say.

[Asen Mahawa]

Asen stopped in his tracks when he suddenly can't sense that particular Hollow that was running away anymore. 'That's weird, it's presence disappeared.' He thought to himself though Augatsol can hear his thoughts. 'Perhaps another Hollow devoured it? They're almost consuming each other all the time it seems.' Asen just shook his head. 'No, if it was a Hollow that devoured it I think it's presence would just spike and not decrease.'

That's when he saw what he thought was a moving orb of light shining a beam near their area. 'An enemy?' He first thought to himself as he concealed his Spiritual Pressure and hiding behind a bush. He doesn't know what it is, and Augatsol is just as stumped as he is. He thought he was the only one in here for the report said that there was no patrol here. At least none in his squad that is.

[Takashi Kuchiki]

The unseated officer was on his way. He pushed past the branches and the like. In the mean time, he began thinking about the hollow that had appeared here as of recent. It was strange...why had there been so many? He wasn't sure, but he didn't exactly care at this time. Instead, he let out a soft sigh and continued on his way. There was definitely something that was wrong about this entire situation. I wonder why the hollow seem to be so weak leveled? It is as though they are mindless. Oh well, I suppose, I'll simply continue my way ahead. The shinigami thought to himself.

As he walked, he could feel a rather dark aura. It was...interesting to say the least. The darkness he felt was rather abundant. There was also a strange stench that hollow would emit. Takashi could almost smell it as he continued to pace forward. It was strange and it was definitely dark. Takashi was further out from his camp now. He pushed through the leaves and ducked through the branches as he made his way deeper into the forest. He could feel something was definitely off, but the shinigami's expression was as blank and near emotionless as ever.

Pushing past the trees and the like, he finally arrived at a clearing. Takashi would arrive to where Asen was. He would use his flashlight to look around. He could have swore the hollow signature was coming from here. In addition, he knew he saw some weird lightning coming from this direction. It appeared either the hollows masked their signature or simply left. There was a third option that someone had taken them out, but he wasn't sure. Takashi bore no symbol of a division, just the unseated rank and title that came for all newbies who were looking for a division. He simply stopped to look and see what was around him for the moment.

[Asen Mahawa]

'What if it's another Hollow? Could it be the reason of the one we were chasing disappearance?' Augatsol asked him as he hears the tree branches rustle like it's being moved. 'It could be, but I am not sensing anything that's Hollow like from it.' That's when he now picked up on the Spiritual Pressure of a Shinigami. 'It seems like someone stayed in the forest as the clean up crew.'

He still masks his Spiritual Pressure as he comes out of the bushes. Beings that it's a fellow Shinigami, he doesn't need that mindset of survival for the moment. So he turns his sword upside down/up as he walks back. His robes brushed against some bushes making a rustling noise and even a few twigs snapping. His badge that says that he's a Fifth Seat strapped onto his left arm.

When he arrives back at the scene, he decides it would be good to say something for he won't be mistaken as a Hollow. "Greetings to you friend." He spoke up as he emerges from the bushes and into the opening. His right hand which holds Augatsol has some specks of blood on it. His silver crescent earring that has a ruby on it reflects the light from the flashlight as his silver chain of a crescent moon does the same.

[Takashi Kuchiki]

The snow haired shinigami continued his pace forward. While looking around he heard something rustling in the bushes. It was most likely an animal due to the lack of spiritual pressure. In addition, he couldn't feel any sort of strange aura. Even if it were a hollow, he wasn't going to be frightened off that easily. He shined the flashlight in the direction that he heard the strange noise coming from. As he did, he saw a figure walking towards him. Takashi blinked a few times as he looked towards the man, it took him a minute but he soon realized it.

As the man arrived towards him Takashi gave him a bow. He had noticed his fifth seat badge to Takashi's unseated officer ranking. As such, he would show him higher respect. "Hello sir, my name is Kuchiki Takashi, unseated Shinigami. It was not my intention to have startle you sir.". He said as he rose his head."Sir, I had noticed hollow activity. As such, I had investigated its source. If I am correct, I assume that you sir have been the one who had annihilated the hollows within this area. Am I correct in assuming so?" The shinigami would question.

Takashi looked towards Asen, his blue diamond like eyes looking towards him. The rumor was that even the soul king was envious of the eyes Takashi possessed. His dazzling eyes noticed the sword which had blood on it. There was a strange crescent shaped earring that the man possessed as well. Takashi hadn't seen this man before but he was now the commanding officer. As such, he would listen to what he had to say. "Sir, what are your orders?". The Kuchiki asked the man with the utmost respect.

[Asen Mahawa]

The young officer chuckles on the sincere respect that he was getting. "Indeed there has been an increase activity from Hollows of late. I felt like I needed to sharpen my skills plus help with the population of Hollows." He said as he swings Augatsol in the air once to flick off the blood from her blade.

"In any case, the name's Asen Mahawa, Fifth Seat Officer of Squad 1. You've done well around here, though may I ask why you're out here alone?" Curiosity was the right word for him. But he also liked to pick up on a conversation with the Unseated Shinigami. Augatsol had the feeling of boredom radiating from her blade as she was having fun killing Hollows.

[Takashi Kuchiki]

The snow haired shinigami would looked towards the man who who seemed to possess his blood stained sword. He blinked a few times but didn't say anything, it was most likely where the hollows blood emitted from; or at least the smell. The man seemed to be here in order to sharpen his skill and indeed it was to defeat some of the hollow that were here. It was interesting, this man appeared to be rather strong if he was coming here to simply fight so many hollow. That or he was foolish, but Takashi liked to think it was the former.

"I see Asen-san, so you had came down here in order to defeat the excessive hollow; quite bravery you have shown." He complimented the man after he introduced himself. He would now answer his question of why he was out there alone. "I was simply camping out here for the night you see. I prefer local which are quiet and undisturbed. However, I was not aware this forest was infested with hollow.". There was another cry very far from them which sounded like that of a hollow. It appeared as though Asen and Takashi had killed most of them anyway.

"So sir, what are your orders? Do you wish to find the remaining hollow? Or perhaps do you wish to train? It appears you had come seeking a more difficult battle. It appears you wish to sharpen your skills, I am assuming further. Perhaps you were expecting a difficult opponent? In any case, please let me know your decisions. As you are the highest ranking officer, I shall do as you command sir.". Takashi said as he gave one last bow. He wanted to see what Asen wanted to do in this case. Would it be training? Sparring? or would he venture out very far until there were more hollow to kill.

[Asen Mahawa]

The young officer turned his gaze to the direction of the howl from a Hollow. After about a minute of searching for it's Spiritual Pressure had passed. He decided that the Hollow was too far away to do them any harm. So he takes that option on hold as he closes his eyes for a moment. Then he opens them as he has an idea in his head.

"How about this. We can spar for a little bit and when either of us senses a Hollow getting dangerously close then we'll do a cease fire until that Hollow has been dealt with. Sound good?" The young officer has a smile spreading on his face as he explained. Normally he would only spar with his squad members to give them some actual experience before being sent out to battle against Hollows. But he'll make this as an exception for he is actually curious on what skills Takashi possessed.

[Takashi Kuchiki]

The snow haired shinigami blinked a few times as he looked towards the man whom seemed to be sensing something. It appeared as though he was going to sense out the hollow, which was a given considering what the two would more or less likely be up to. However, it felt as though this man could sense a bit of what Takashi could sense as well. The signature from the hollow was rather far away. It was strange indeed, how far the hollow had gotten to. However, it didn't really bother Takashi as it most likely meant it was retreating back into wherever these things came from.

Takashi's dazzling eyes then turned towards Asen. They looked as bored and unenthusiastic as ever. The man spoke about sparing in the night, which was an interesting though. Luckily, where they stood, there were enough moonlight shining down upon them to at least have a good small circular 5meter circular area to fight. They were surrounded by trees, a few here and there but enough to maneuver around without too much hindrance. Takashi cleared his throat as the man seemed very interested in a spar, well this was..interesting. Takashi was all for testing his skills so why not he supposed.

"I shall accept your offer sir. I appreciate your invitation". Takashi slowly pulled his Zanpakuto his left hip; secured in his waist band. He drew his sword, it glimmered in the moon lit night. He held it in his right and his left possessed the sheath of which he held in a reverse grip. He was definitely holding himself back but what can you do? Truth be told, Takashi simply wanted to end this fight and perhaps go to bed. However, a light night spar might not be too bad of an idea considering he wanted to simply test out his training slightly.

"sir, I shall grant you the first move. I would greatly appreciate if you would take the offer. I also must suggest that during a spar I'm not usually one to hold back. As such, I do wish to tell you sir, with full respect, that I am sorry if injury occurs.". He bowed as he stood lazily with his right and left arms bent and his right foot stepping forward. It was time to see what this man could do. It was interesting, fighting someone whom he'd never seen and just met was quite exciting for the shinigami, but it'd never show on his face.

Reiseigen: 1/8

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{statistics}

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Stat update:

Stats

Strength - 180 Points (360) --> 180 wearing Reiseigen

Speed - 180 Points (360) --> 180 wearing Reiseigen

Spiritual Pressure - 100 Points (67) --> 33 wearing Reiseigen

Reiatsu Strength - 100 Points (67) --> 33 wearing Reiseigen

Instinct - 100 Points

Senses - 50 Points

Energy sensory - 50 Points

Healing Expertise - 0 Points

Light Aura - 65 Points

Dark Aura - 35 Points

SKP

Current Skills: (10/15 SKP Spent)

- Martial Arts: [Hakuda] (2)
-Strength of Will: (2)
-Battle Analysis: (2)
-Weapon [Sword]: (2)
- Battle Focus: (2)

Item

Item Name: Reiseigen 霊制限 (Soul Restraints)
Item Type: Restraints
Item Description:
These restrains are worn upon the users calves and their forearms. They
seem rectangular in shape and are rather slim and black. They fit much
like if a person had a small box or rectangle around his or her wrists
and ankles. On each, there is a white imprint carved into them that
reads:
霊
制
限
;Or "Soul Restraints". The ability of this item
is very unique indeed. These restraints will divide a person's
offensive Stats by a half (including Spiritual Pressure too). With this,
they will be much weaker and people will generally feel the same of
them. However, while wearing them in any PVP situation (at the start of
the battle*) they will have X amount of posts the restraints can be
released by simply saying the phrase "Kai(release)". The restraints will
fall off as Reaitsu is added to them in a specific flow or way (or if
releasing Shikai/Bankai. The effect of these limiters are it halves the
users: RS, SpPr, Speed, and Strength. While halved however, reiatsu
usage for Takashi is halved . In addition, If the limiter is used for 8
posts, when it is released Takashi's stamina and reiatsu is refilled"

[Asen Mahawa]

Asen actually liked the surroundings despite the veil of darkness that shrouds underneath the many leaves and branches under the moon's eerie light. He took multiple notes on his surroundings as well, such as feeling the grass blades brushing against him of how they're alive but hasn't been watered at least a week. Making it a somewhat hazard should it catch a spark of fire. Then there's the branches around them, seeing on how dried out they were and some were even hollowed out logs from termites. 'A bad place indeed on using anything with flames.'

'Guess Sōkatsui is out of option here. Last thing either of us need is to put out a forest fire.' He decided mentally, that is until Augatsol butt in. 'And since when did you care about wildlife? It's just a forest infested with Hollows, so if you burn some of it down then it'll leave the Hollows and even other enemies less places to hide.' Asen shook his head in disagreement though. 'Indeed that would happen, but unfortunately it'll just cause the Hollows to go out in the open more and before you know it they'll be preying on the weak in the districts. We cannot afford something like that to happen.' Augatsol rolled her eyes (mentally) as she let's out a sigh. 'Fine then, just don't die on me.'

Asen smiled on the Shinigami's offer. "Very well then, and don't worry I won't hold it against you if you do injure me." He assured Takashi as he firmly grips Augatsol with his right hand while leaving his left hand free. 'I want to test something...' He thought to himself as he plans his course of actions.

Then he shunpo to get behind Takashi and to swing his blade at Takashi across his back. Asen has a strong feeling that Takashi would react to the anticipated move. So he faces his left palm towards Takashi. 'Hado #1; Shō.' He cast mentally so no words were physically heard as the spell will try to push Takashi back.

Stats:

Strength - (133)-66%= 45

Speed - 113

Spiritual Pressure - 170

Reiatsu Strength - (153)+50%= 230

Light Aura - 55

Dark Aura - 45

Instinct - (133)-66%= 45

Senses - 100

Energy Sensory - (50)+50%= 75

Healing Expertise - (25)-66%= 8

Total SP: 900 Points

Skills:
Memory - 2
Weapons: Swords - 2
Learning - 2
Battle Focus - 2
Mental Incantation - 2
Damage Recovery - 2
Heat Tolerance - 1
Pain Tolerance - 2

Shunpo - 50
Shō - 100
Reiatsu: 1350/1700

[Takashi Kuchiki]

The attack came in quick and the kuchiki hadn't much time to react. Using his right foot, he pushed off as Asen came up behind him. In a 45 degree angle, he would cut the air at nearly 1800 speed and push diagonally away. he didn't really like anyone being behind him. He would hear a loud burst from far behind him as he had traveled nearly 25 feet away; not in the radius of this blast nor the swing. Takashi would enact his next move quickly.

He dashed towards the man, left hand with the reverse grip sheath and right hand with the Zanpakuto. As he rushed, he twisted his body in a counter clockwise fashion. With that, the sword was aimed towards the mans left bicep. Takashi was now spinning on the ball of his right foot primarily. However, he was not done yet. There was yet another trick he had up his sleeve. Asen would see this coming towards him rather quick during the slash.

Takashi's sword glowed a strange blue color. It was almost like the color of the man's eyes but not quite as dazzling. As the sword was being swung, there would emit something strange from it. A medium sized shockwave would come out from it in the same beautiful blue color. The shockwave would go at Takashi's speed and carry his weight and strength with him. The attack would be devastating if it actually hit the man. However, the shinigami stayed focused. Takashi didn't let his guard down in any way, keeping his sheath next to his chest and his right foot out; what would Asen do now?

Reaitsu: 595/670 = -50 shunpo, -25 Sakugen

Reiseigen: 2/8

Technique:

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{Tech}

echnique Name: [Sakugen (Cut)]

Class: [7] - 7-1.

Technique Type: [Other] - Kidou, Quincy Technique, Bount Technique, Human Technique, Hollow Technique, Other

Technique Element: [None] - If any

Technique Description and Effects: [What does your technique do? How strong is it? What is it's range of abilities? List these things below.]

The
user pours reiatsu into their body, and their sword, and releases it in
a mighty slash attack. A small slash of reiatsu shoots outwards, and
can cut with the same force as the user, if it hits. It also bypasses
cutback effect, as well as comes with the user's weight. It feels like
it hit the enemy with the user's body weight, on top of cutting into
them or their tools.

[Asen Mahawa]

Asen didn't looked too surprised as he figured something like that was going to happen. Of course he also anticipated Takashi to counter in some way. His crimson red eyes focused on the glow of Takashi's Zanpakutou that glowed while it was coming to him in a vertical arc. 'Hado #1; Shō.' Asen points his palm to the ground underneath him to use the force of the spell as a boost for him to jump with the speed of his Reiatsu Strength (230).

His feet barely got over the slash as it grazes the bottom of his shoe. Asen swings his sword simultaneously in a downward arc towards Takashi. He's body is leaned a bit forward to help him get a better angle to reach Takashi. With his right foot raised a bit like he's about to flip with his left a little bent at the knees. Of course Asen knows full well that Takashi will counter in some way, he still goes along with his action. With his body positioned as it is, should he clash it'll be halting his movement, but if missed then using his position to his advantage to flip to his feet.

Shō - 100
Reiatsu: 1250/1700