Zeich Yajuu [Vizard]

[Zeich Yajuu]

-Opening-

Password 1: Kuroi's Shoes

Password 2: Midgets Can't Dunk

Type: Fractured

Affiliation: Vizard / Uzaki Enterprises Manager (Rank 3)

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-Basic Information-

Name: Zeich Yajuu

Age of Death: 18

Real Age/Age of Appearance: [186 Years / 22 Years]

Birthday (Month/Day): [06/06]

Blood Type: [A+]

RP Sample (Optional): [See previous work with Zeich]

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-Appearance-

Height/Weight: [6'2” / 180 lbs.]

Physical Description:

Zeich has changed significantly since becoming a Vizard, in more ways than one. Though he still maintains a lot of his appearance from his time as a Shinigami, there have been several important changes that have developed over time. The Vizard is still wearing his hair long, though now it rests at the small of his back and is always kept in a long ponytail. The bangs are shortened somewhat to allow for better vision, and now his eyes are far more visible than they have ever been. And speaking of his eyes, that is one of the more noticeable changes since Zeich left Soul Society; instead of the brown-tinted amber that they had once been, the irises are now a bright, burnished gold color that seems to glow slightly in the dark. Despite the blindness that came at the hands of his Inner Hollow, the eyes themselves are completely clear of film or clouding, giving no physical sign of Zeich's disability. The pupils are less dilated than they were, the lines around the eyes eased along with the tension that used to fill the former Shinigami, and overall, the man's neutral expression is one with a hint of resigned amusement, a soft smile on his lips and eyes that are tired-looking for his age, but are still bright. Despite his relaxed expression, those eyes always have a predatory gaze about them, sharp and piercing through any emotional or mental defenses, as if he were staring into your soul.

Zeich's frame hasn't changed a bit, remaining lithe and trim. He's hardly imposing with his slight frame, making him seem to be harmless, though the truth is that he is far from it; while it isn't highly visible on his body, the young man is fairly muscled and possesses a lean strength, his body's appearance belying the power that it holds. His shoulders are fairly narrow, and his arms lack much definition, though another change is present on the latter. Few people knew about them before, but for a long time Zeich had possessed two sets of tattoos, one down each arm, in the form of a trio of sixes. The “Mark of the Beast” has been purged from the Vizard's arms, ironically enough considering that he has taken control of the Hollow within himself, and uses his inner “beast's” power freely in combat. Still, now that the tattoos are gone, leaving his arms bare, the former Shinigami no longer wears the arm bindings that he used to possess as well.

Through more constant exposure to the sun, Zeich's skin has taken on a slightly darker cast, but after looking at his initially pale skin, it is barely enough to make the mark at “average,” in its tone. Being from a large mix of nationalities and backgrounds, it is difficult to pin the Vizard down to any one race, so instead he refers to himself as a “mutt” of sorts, though with less disdain than before and more amusement, given his habit of using wolf metaphors. The more prominent nationalities are Polish and Nordic, but at a glance even they are difficult to discern; it is just hard to call Zeich any one thing, and he's fine with that. He dislikes the idea of defining a person by their background anyway, though that partially stems from the prejudice as he gets as a Vizard, a Shinigami with a Hollow's powers; Shinigami always assume that anything relating to Hollows are bad.

Zeich's body is also freed of most scars, thanks to a little help from a source he keeps anonymous; sometime after the events of the battle with Adalo that had fully revealed his Hollowfied self, Zeich's body had to be healed extensively, and in the process both the scars and tattoos were removed from his skin, leaving it clean and unmarred. The only one that remained, at the Vizard's request, is the rope burn around his neck, the last mark of his living existence and a sign of the pact he unwillingly made with the Hollow that now resides within him. The scar is a thick band of darker brown tissue around his neck from where the rope drew tight and pulled the curtains on his life as a human, aged with the years yet always present. Though this scar is often kept concealed, it is not difficult to spot should Zeich's scarf slip either.

The Vizard's clothing is very typical at a glance, though there are a few notable oddities that draw eyes to him as well. His clothing consists of a short-sleeved t-shirt in white that rests comfortably on his frame, unmarked and plain. Over top that is a long-sleeved gray windbreaker, one that is kept unzipped unless it is cold, hanging loosely at his sides and along his narrow shoulders. The former Shinigami's arms are no longer hidden by the black wrappings that he had kept on them before now that the tattoos are removed, and as a result, the windbreaker's sleeves are often pushed up, bunched around his elbows. Each hand is wrapped in fingerless black gloves with reinforced knuckles for enhanced physical blows and for protection during such attacks, with a square cut in the back of them and loose wrists for freedom of movement.

Zeich bears a few accessories as well, some of which were not present before. The one notable remnant of his time as a Shinigami is the rust-brown scarf that he wears around his neck in two loops to conceal the scar on his neck. Though he is determined to keep the scar as a reminder of his past, he does not flaunt it either, and keeps the scarf on at almost all times, removed only when it becomes necessary. In addition, a small pair of black sunglasses with thin frames that wrap around his face now perch on his nose, the lenses themselves long ovals that rest over each eye. These are merely decorative, given the former Shinigami's blindness, but Zeich has taken to wearing them anyway, partially to conceal his identity.

A pair of studded leather belts around the waist in an X-pattern covers the long jeans that Zeich now wears as opposed to the former leather pants he had made part of his uniform in the past. Each belt bears a loop for his weapons; one holds his Zanpaktou, Tsukikage, while the other holds his second, but smaller sword, Haiiro. This causes a slightly lopsided look to Zeich's left side, where he keeps his Zanpaktou, but he tends to counter this look with his right hand on his hip when he's relaxed or idle, providing some sense of balance. The jeans themselves are faded and have a worn look about them, but are intact and lacking in holes or tears. These jeans end above a pair of thick sneakers, though these are replaced by thick leather boots at times depending on the weather or the location to which Zeich is traveling.

Zeich also carries a couple of other accessories on him at times. One is a long black cloak that can cover his entire body and hang down to his ankles, including a hood that he can pull over his head. This, combined with the mask he has, allows him to conceal his features from unwanted eyes. The mask itself is special; though it is made of simple materials, easy to damage, it is carved into an exact replica of Zeich's Vizard mask, a carved wolf's-head with its ears curved back and its teeth bared, whorls of red starting beneath the eye and moving to each cheek. With mask and cloak together, Zeich can completely cover himself, showing nothing but the golden eyes he never had as a Shinigami. These are both easily removable should combat occur, and easily replaceable if they are damaged in an attack. This allows him to keep himself concealed from other Shinigami.

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-Personality-

Note that all personality updates are an end result and may not reflect on Zeich's current state at the moment, as his personality is in transition from his time as a Shinigami to his future as a Vizard.

Dislikes:

• Tsukikage – Unsurprisingly, Zeich has very little love for his Inner Hollow. Though he is trying to forge some sort of bond between the two of them, the Vizard still dislikes the creature that took away his whole life, killed one of his Zanpaktou spirits, and had tormented him since the day it awoke. He dislikes Tsukikage's attitude, his desire for bloodshed and death; though he is working to change those, to somehow reform a Hollow against all odds, Zeich feels that he is fighting an uphill battle.
• Trouble with Shinigami – Though it sounds like a generic dislike, Zeich is very careful about causing trouble between himself and other Shinigami. Most of the time, when he suspects he can encounter another Shinigami, he will go out in cloak and mask—not his Vizard mask, of course, but the replica—in order to hide his face or general appearance. The last thing he needs is a Shinigami spotting a wanted criminal.
• Hollows – Though again generic, this is a bias that has carried over from Zeich's time as a Shinigami. Though he has taken the time to become more tolerant and understanding of other races due to his own status as an undesirable, the Vizard is very uncomfortable around Hollows, a fear that has only been reinforced by Tsukikage over time. He is a little better around Arrancar, as they are like the mirrored versions of Vizard, but he still does get edgy.
• Excessive Idealism – While he's not as adverse to the idea of idealism as he used to be, Zeich is also practical and down to earth. Though he appreciates hope for the future, the thought of making things better, he doesn't like when people try to defy reality as a whole. You want to change something about yourself, or improve yourself? That's good idealism. You want to change a whole world in a day? That's just fantasy.
• Acceptance of Weakness – Zeich hates to see those who have let themselves fall and don't even bother to pick themselves up. He has been to that low point previously; he has been beaten down, has had his body nearly stolen by the Hollow within him, and has been cast out and branded a traitor. Maybe it is his fate to be thrown away, to be consumed by the darkness in him, but he never stops fighting it. He believes that it is possible to change things; maybe not immediately, maybe not in his lifetime, but he always struggles to work his way forward to something better, as long as it's practical. Those who just accept it without trying to do better don't deserve pity; they deserve scorn.
• Subservience – Zeich understands the concept of having a superior, of having someone who is above you and gives orders. While he's never been fond of having a superior, he can accept it and work with it, as that is a structure designed to make an organization stable. However, those who whine and grovel at another's feet, not willing to stand up tall and proud of themselves, are frowned upon. Those who would be nothing but stepping stones beneath another's feet are pitiful.
• Corruption – Though he formerly disliked society as a whole, Zeich has come to understand and embrace parts of it, starting to draw close to others and learning just why the gathering of people can be a positive thing. However, it also has the potential to fester and lead to corruption as certain individuals attempt to capitalize on that gathering. It is these individuals, and the corruption that they represent, that Zeich dislikes.
• Sweets – Zeich's palate hasn't changed much since he left Soul Society, and though he doesn't dislike sweets for the same reasons as before, he just finds that they don't agree with his tastes.
• Loud Noises – With his sight gone, Zeich's other senses have to pick up the slack, and as a result he tends to rely on them heavily. Loud noises override other noises; it's like a bright light in your eyes, preventing you from seeing anything else but that light. Convert that to sound form, and Zeich finds himself “blinded” again in a new way when his hearing is overpowered by loud sounds.
• His Old Self – Zeich looks back on his past frequently, recalling the time that he spent in Soul Society. He reflects on who he was, and hates it; he was too cold, too distant, more machine than human. He did what he was instructed was “right”, and until the threat of his Inner Hollow consuming his soul arose, never once questioned it. Now, he realizes how little personality he had possessed back then, how inhuman he was. He vows to never go back to that again.
• Pessimism – While Zeich does prefer people to be practical and avoid excessive optimism, the same holds true for the opposite end of the spectrum; expecting the worst in order to prevent a negative surprise is one thing, but constantly expecting doom, death, and destruction makes him question why one even bothers living under such troubling thoughts.

Likes:

• Light Gambling – Though he doesn't do it often, or for more than peanuts, figuratively speaking, Zeich occasionally uses the deck of cards he has on him to play games with others. Seeing as he can “see” the cards thanks to his training to regain some measure of his sight, he does have an advantage, though he doesn't capitalize on it much. He usually leaves with a small profit, and just enjoys the companionship the game gets him.
• Practicality – Zeich highly values those who are practical in nature. Acceptance of what is does not mean giving in; it simply means that one understands the situation and can work more effectively to make it work in one's favor.
• Combat Efficiency – In combat, Zeich is very efficient, aiming for quick blows that minimize the use of energy in order to make his fewer attacks count for more. He values this in his allies as well; he considers it foolish to use excessive energy or force except in the most dire situations, and so if his allies show the judgment he expects of himself, he tends to be pleased with them.
• Open-Mindedness – Zeich values open-minded people, because in his head, these are people who are willing to change and accept unusual ideas. People who are willing to look past labels like “Vizard” and see the person who is behind them are ones that the former Shinigami will usually associate himself with. He himself tries to show this same mindset, though it's often hard to shake some of his previous Shinigami habits.
• Darkness – Literal darkness, not metaphorical. Zeich is fond of the darkness because it reduces the handicap that his blindness puts on him, leaving others in a similar position of lacking sight. However, this turns the handicap in Zeich's favor; accustomed to blindness, he doesn't need to make adjustments to his combat style that others may.
• Haiiro – Despite his mixed feeling towards his Zanpaktou spirit, Zeich still cares deeply for the wolf, and is often protective of him despite the distance that has grown between them. The two are both seeking to close the distance, but guilt and grudges hold them back; nonetheless, the affection is there, and Haiiro is one of the few people Zeich cares for as much as he does.

Flaws:

• Socially Awkward – Due to his walled-off personality from the past, Zeich never got much in the way of social interaction, often coming off as harsh and apathetic, unable to connect with anyone but his own Zanpaktou spirit. At that point, it's little different than talking to yourself, so he has little experience with human interaction, though he is trying to learn.
• Paranoid – Though he endeavors to be more open and understanding of people, old habits are hard to break, and as a result Zeich's first impression of anyone is treated with biased suspicion, causing the Vizard to assume “guilty until proven innocent” with all but the most obvious allies. With Shinigami seeing him as a monster and a criminal, as well as Hollows and the like out for his blood, he can't be too careful with who he trusts.
• Blind – Zeich is completely blind, unable to see through the use of his eyes due to a spiritual injury caused during the fight to control Tsukikage's power. Any healers who attempt to reverse this wound would find it festering with a dark Reiatsu, unable to remove the injury by any means. He's adapted to this with time, but he does still miss the sights and color that came with his vision. Now, his world is dark.
• Sensitive – Zeich is very sensitive on an emotional level now, the tough and suspicious side of him more of a thin facade rather than a cold wall that had once kept all others out. He's more prone to outbursts, both positive and negative, and the intensity at which he feels these emotions is unfamiliar to him, making him uncomfortable when they happen.

Habits:

• Sense of Humor – Despite his initially cold personality, as Zeich lightens up, he is shown to have a surprisingly keen sense of humor, one that had just been buried back in his days as a Shinigami. Though he's not one to crack jokes obnoxiously, he's much more given to the occasional light-hearted quip, particularly in battle. His sense of humor can use some work, but it's a work in progress.
• Playing Cards – More of a hobby than anything else, Zeich uses the very same deck he used in learning how to “see” despite his blindness in games of chance. When he's idle, he's often seen shuffling them and pulling a card from random at the deck before identifying it, keeping his skills sharp.
• Toying About – In combat, Zeich is far more lenient with enemies that are not an immediate high level of risk for him, and enjoys toying with them casually, showing that he is indeed the alpha and will not be so easily toppled. He takes some small amusement in proving such superiority.
• Wolf Metaphors – Zeich's vocabulary has changed slightly since leaving, and he often talks about how he sees himself as a “stray,” one who has been forced from his “pack” in Soul Society. He sees the various organizations as packs of their own, including the squads within Soul Society, with the leaders as the “alpha” of each one. Such metaphors show up often in his language, and combined with the feral golden eyes, one sometimes wonders at the influence from his two lupine spirits, and if he's more man or wolf.

Fears:

• Loss of Control – Though Zeich has gained the grudging respect of his Inner Hollow and thus laid claim to the creature's powers, he still fears Tsukikage. Memories of the destruction caused by his loss of control in the Rukongai are still branded into his heart, with the deaths and losses all heavy on his heart. As a result, Zeich fears the loss of control again, especially in crowded areas. There's no telling when he could suddenly find himself at Tsukikage's mercy, so he makes sure to keep a close eye on the Hollow.
• The Destruction of Soul Society – With all that has been going on lately, with the invasions from the Vandenreich and the attacks by Arrancar, Soul Society is in a bad state. They have many enemies, and Zeich fears the loss of his former home. He may be an outcast, but the Vizard will do whatever he can for it, regardless of how they see him.
• Permanent Exile – One of Zeich's goals is to rejoin Soul Society despite his status as a Vizard, but he knows how unlikely it is, and fears the possibility that his exile is permanent.

Goals:

• To Protect Soul Society – Yup, even as a Vizard, rejected by Soul Society and branded as an outcast and traitor to be killed on sight, Zeich still desires to protect his old home. Regardless of the reasons for his status as a traitor, the former Shinigami feels that it is due to fear, and a lack of understanding about the control Vizards have, not to mention their previous encounters with other Vizards. One day, he hopes to forge a bond of trust between the two factions.
• To Create Peace Between Vizard and Shinigami – More than anything else, Zeich wishes to reconcile the two factions, bringing them together and once more allowing the cast out Vizards into their old home. Not only would they be highly beneficial to the protection of Soul Society, but it would also help them spot any other potential Vizards before takeover by the Inner Hollow and threats to Soul Society could emerge.
• To Go Home – Even if Vizards in general cannot be accepted, Zeich wants nothing more to go home. It's an odd desire for a man who had walled himself off from others, who had been cold, stoic, a soldier who was more concerned with his duty than one who enjoyed the presence of others. Yet despite that, he wants nothing more than to go back to the place where he used to belong.
• To Reform Tsukikage – Probably Zeich's most daunting goal, the Vizard hopes to eventually teach Tsukikage some humanity, breaking free of the standard Hollow desire for death and feeding and instead teaching the dark wolf some humility and respect.

Alignment: Passive Good

Overall Personality:

“...Can I help you?”

Though not nearly as cold or distant as before, Zeich is still a rather quiet fellow. No longer attempting to push others away or even ignoring them, the Vizard now feels awkward in casual conversation and has a hard time expressing himself. Often, it feels like he's still keeping people at arm's length, though it's less because of a conscious effort to do so, and more because he just doesn't know how to associate with others on a more casual basis. Life was always duty and orders before he became a Vizard, forced to leave the military-like Soul Society. Now that the structure of society is gone for Zeich, he finds himself floundering to find his place in the world that has opened up before him, and more than not he's lost in the vast spread of choices suddenly given to him.

Because of this unusual sense of freedom, Zeich finds himself struggling to adjust to what others might seem as a “normal” life. He's never been one to see time as “free”, never been one to seek entertainment or companionship. As a Shinigami, life had been about work, and there had always been more for those who sought it. He had never sought to establish connections with others because it had never been necessary; he had subordinates on hand as necessary, and his rank permitted him to petition help through orders rather than as favors. Friends and companions were something others had, fun was a concept he never understood. Duty and orders, those were the former life that Zeich lived by.

Released from the strict schedule of his former routines, Zeich often finds himself in a position akin to drowning in his excess of time. He no longer has his work as a Shinigami, and he knows nothing else of the world. He has no friends, and the only companions he knows are the two spirits sharing his soul. As a result, much of his time is spent drifting from place to place, person to person; with no immediate goal and no direction, he's often unsure of his next step. This has the habit of sometimes making him appear weak, or even low in self-confidence, and it's an easy mistake to make.

“Don't mistake me for pathetic. It'll be the last one you make.”

But a mistake it is. Despite his lack of direction, Zeich maintains a very powerful presence with his personality if prodded. Though he often remains distant and has a hard time connecting to others, anger or frustration often harden his attitude, taking him from the quiet, withdrawn fellow to one who can be a bit more aggressive with his attitude. The Vizard has a strong dislike of those who look down on him for his quiet personality, seeing them as intruders on his way of acting. If he chooses to keep his distance as he learns to understand others, then that is his prerogative; others should know better than to judge, or better, should know not to interfere when it is obviously an unwelcome act.

Of course, aggression does not mean that Zeich is immediately raring to fight, either; his first attack is always with his words and body language. Eyes that shine like gold can become as hard as steel in a heartbeat, and the Vizard's glare alone is often enough to deter those who are on a lesser level than he is. Combined with his spiritual aura and generally aggressive posture, intimidation is the first line of defense that the former Shinigami has against those who would seek to disturb him. Words are often blunt and direct, and depending on the situation, can be delivered in a number of tones ranging from monotone to slow-boiling fury. Regardless of how he acts, however, this is just the calm before the storm; a persistent foe can easily awaken the dark anger that rests within Zeich.

“You have made your decision to die...”

Perhaps a remnant of Tsukikage's final possession, Zeich has a slight tendency towards anger as a situation intensifies, especially when he is pushed to desperation. It isn't a berserk anger, but it's not a cold one either; it starts out as a small flame, a coarseness to his words and a slight increase in the scope of his combat offenses, but it begins to burn brighter as the catalyst continues to draw it out. Full anger may not be a mindless, berserk rage, but Zeich certainly becomes far more aggressive. Shifting from quick-paced attrition to direct strikes, he maintains his calculating combat skill while steadily pressing his advantages in order to defeat a foe more readily.

“...Yeah.”

Outside of these situations in which his temper flares up, Zeich tends to be very quiet when interacting with others. He often finds himself at a loss for words, unsure on how to react to others as they speak to him. Often the Vizard comes off as a little awkward, especially when pressed; embarrassment is not uncommon, since Zeich feels out of place in most situations. He doesn't know how “friends” treat one another, or even how to work with others outside of a chain of command. He knows how to give and receive orders, not ask favors or take requests. He doesn't know how to make smalltalk, or even just casually converse; most of his conversations have him coming off as exceptionally stiff and serious, unable to loosen up and become comfortable with others.

“...Haiiro, you explain.”

“Gladly, Master!”

Of the two companions Zeich has, Haiiro is the more talkative and sociable. As the Vizard's former Zanpaktou spirit, now bound to another blade in an effort to prevent Tsukikage from consuming him, the wolf is very understanding of his master's thoughts and mindset. This allows Haiiro to explain where Zeich feels uncomfortable, conveying the Vizard's words without the filter of discomfort that his master feels. As Zeich is a master of the Spiritual Projection technique, he is able to summon his Zanpaktou spirit to his side frequently, allowing the wolf to act as the intermediary between the stoic Vizard and anyone he needs to communicate to in detail. Many are surprised by this means of communication, but those who get to know Zeich will understand that it is the easiest way for him to get around his difficulties in socialization.

Haiiro, however, possesses his own personality and will, and this often manifests itself in very mischievous ways. Though the wolf refers to Zeich as “Master,” the term isn't one of submission, but respect to the man whose soul he is a part of. As a result, it is not uncommon for Haiiro to tease his companion, making occasional sly remarks and displaying an amusing sense of humor that seems completely opposite to Zeich's personality. Yet this wolf is a part of the Vizard's soul, hinting that somewhere within the man there is someone more human and less soldier, once he learns to understand and accept it. Until then, Haiiro is happy to fill the gaps with his own cheerful and outgoing personality, making him quite the skilled socialite.

“Shut up, mutt. You talk too much.”

“Behave, Tsukikage.”

Tsukikage, the Inner Hollow that resides within Zeich's very soul, is quite the opposite of Haiiro, closer in personality to Zeich but taking it to extremes. He's gruff, easily irritated, and overbearing. Bitter at losing to a human and being forced into what he calls captivity, Tsukikage can be a little childish at times, lashing out at both Zeich and Haiiro mentally at the strangest of times. He finds his entertainment in baiting Haiiro, who is more than eager to leap into argument with the creature that devoured his mate, and because of this their master often finds himself in a war between the two, having to silence them both, sometimes through sheer force of will. Haiiro will generally back down if asked, but Tsukikage seems to enjoy the attention, and uses it to further taunt the two he deems to be his “jailers.”

Despite this attitude he has towards Zeich, Tsukikage's relationship with the Vizard is a strange one. Yes, he is bitter, feeling like a captive and a tool, but at the same time, Zeich has started to make an effort towards treating Tsukikage as he would any other person. The Vizard has actually put an effort into trying to be civil with his forced companion, hoping that somehow he can create some sense of civility in the Hollow. Who knows; perhaps if he can reform his companion, perhaps their time together might actually become enjoyable. Haiiro disagrees, believing that this is an impossible task, but nonetheless, he trusts his master, allowing the man to make his decisions on how to handle the rebellious Tsukikage.[/quote]

[Zeich Yajuu]

-Powers-

Fighting Style:

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{Overall}Zeich's fighting style is based on efficiency and simple motions used to defeat an opponent even as the battle begins. Many people see him as a dirty fighter, or a cold one for his use of direct and deadly force. A blade for a weak point, whether it is a joint or a vital organ; maybe the use of his Zanpaktou's ashen state to suffocate a foe or siphon their Reiatsu until they collapse from exhaustion; these sorts of tricks are standard in Zeich's arsenal as he makes quick work of weaker foes and saps the strength of stronger in order to bring them down to his level. The former Shinigami has always been one to value efficiency and conservation of energy in combat, and with his high pool of Reiatsu and his ability to attack using as little physical stamina as possible through his Zanpaktou, he is capable of quick, clean kills, or else wearing his opponent down through attrition as he drains their Reiatsu and tires them out.

As a Vizard, this has changed little, though with his blindness Zeich is forced to adapt a bit more to his opponents due to being unable to see them. He has several techniques that allows him to do this, mostly focusing on his use of Bakudo #3 to create a rippling effect that continually informs him of his opponent's position, letting him keep track of his foes. This, combined with his sharp senses and ability to sense Reiatsu signatures, allows him to react despite his lack of vision, using his sensory input along with the spiritual information provided to him to allow for exceptionally accurate fighting. Though his defenses lack a little for his lack of sight, his senses and sensory techniques can often make the difference and keep him from harm. Where he had been somewhat more offensive before, making quick, efficient strikes before he was forced onto the defensive, now Zeich is a much more careful fighter. Though he still aims for quick efficiency, he has to be far more careful, relying on senses besides sight.

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{Barehanded Fighting}Though Zeich's focus has always been through the use of his Zanpaktou and sword, he has a fair amount of skill in Hakuda that he can fall back on as necessary. As per his normal fighting method, the Vizard aims for efficient, quick strikes. Though he does not have the cutting power of a blade nor the strength to deal fatal blows with his fists easily, Zeich makes use of his moderate strength for blows that are meant to interrupt and cripple. Many of his Hakuda techniques either focus on self-enhancement or his speed, so he does not need to be particularly strong in order to strike quick blows at a joint or another weak point to deal crippling strikes. However, his blindness makes precision necessary, and his mastery of Hakuda attests to how long he has trained to be able to fight even with his disability.

To further counter his disability, Zeich has studied Wing Chun to an extent, replacing his skills in street fighting with something more precise to compliment his disability. With Wing Chun being a sensitivity-based martial arts, it allows the Vizard to read his opponent's stance when combined with his abilities in battle analysis as he engages them. The style has suited him well, making use of quick, uncommitted motions to find openings in the opponent's stance and exploit them with a sudden burst of aggression to take advantage of those weak points.

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{Sword Fighting (Sealed/General)}When Zeich fights using a sword, he uses it in much the same way he fights with Hakuda when he is barehanded; he aims for slashes that target critical weak points rather than going for killing blows. Slashes at the joints to negate limbs or even light cuts along the body to bleed his opponents out aren’t uncommon; Zeich prefers to slowly cripple and weaken his enemy, to make them less of a threat. He is also of the opinion that rash, over-committing attacks are more likely to get him killed, so he keeps at a careful distance, closing for quick strikes before making distance again, making use of his speed in order to deal damage while avoiding retaliating strikes.

When it comes to the point of direct offenses, however, Zeich once more focuses on his speed. Rather than aiming for a frontal slash, the Shinigami is fond of using a combination of Advanced Air Ground and Shunpo to maneuver himself around his opponent, attacking from different angles or even above in order to deal a devastating hit. Generally this only comes up when Zeich has sufficiently weakened an enemy, if he’s becoming increasingly desperate, or an opponent is very obviously weak. When he switches to direct offense, however, Zeich aims for the neck or stomach for slashes, and for the chest, lower torso, or throat for stabs. This is a rare situation, however; in general, the Shingami prefers less direct strategies.

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{Shikai}In Shikai, Zeich’s fighting style doesn’t change too much. Though he now has increased capabilities that allow him to give himself further advantages, the Shinigami’s overall battle style is still that of attrition and weakening the opponent over time. With the addition of his Shikai techniques, Zeich has the ability to bind and disable an opponent, suppressing their ability to cut, to move, or to sense things, making them more vulnerable to attack. Using these in conjunction with his standard fighting style of aiming for weak points with his sword or hands, Zeich’s fighting style in Shikai is still suppression and disability, but taken to a higher degree thanks to the abilities that Tsukikage's ash grants him.

If Kaijin Ken is not in use to provide Zeich a weapon, then he is saving his ash for use to bind a particularly troublesome opponent. When this is the case he will switch to a non-release weapon for offense, or stick to hand-to-hand depending on the situation. If he is not making use of Kaijin Ken, then Zeich feels he is fighting a difficult opponent, meaning that he will focus on the use of strengthening techniques to bring himself up to par while suppressing his opponent’s abilities in order to begin tipping the battle in his favor. Each threat is dealt with differently, depending on the target’s abilities; fast enemies need their legs bound, while weapons users are best dealt with using Kaijin Shi-Su to reduce their ability to cut into Zeich’s body.

However, in events where Zeich is unsure of the outcome or is feeling confident, he will use Kaijin Ken to make a weapon that adapts to the situation. He is only proficient in katanas, but he can use that experience to extend it somewhat towards other types of swords and smaller knives, albeit with far less expertise. Things like spiked gloves or gauntlets are much more common, as Zeich is skilled in hand-to-hand combat, and as it doesn’t require as much specific expertise to use knuckle-type weapons. Generally, unless he feels range or defense is an issue, Zeich will keep Tsukikage in a short-range melee form in order to make use of his Hakuda and other martial skills.

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{Bankai}In Bankai, Zeich’s options open up even further. When this level of release is active, his mode of combat changes from a more offensive build on attrition to a strongly defensive one in which he buys time and weakens his foes, depriving them of Reiatsu as well as suppressing multiple abilities at once. His focus tends to lean towards complete defense, as being driven to his Bankai means that he is being pressured by a stronger foe, one that cannot be beaten through offensive force easily. Instead, Zeich will siphon his foe’s Reiatsu and keep them at bay until their resources start to become depleted. By this point, the ash from Kokushibyou should be well on its way to effective use, causing shortness of breath and weakening of stamina. If enough time has passed or enough of the foe’s Reiatsu has been dealt with, then this final blow, the Black Death of Tsukikage Ookami, will simply be used as a deathblow.

When it comes to defensive fighting, Zeich tends to bounce between heavy movement in the form of Shunpo combined with Advanced Air Ground and the use of his Bankai technique Kaijin Kasumi. The latter allows him more freedom of movement than simple step techniques, but at the same time it also provides few offensive options if any, meaning that the enemy can recover and catch their breath until Zeich reforms limbs used for attacks. Zeich is very adaptive to situations when it comes to his Bankai, but he leans towards increased defensive effectiveness more than anything else. Most of his techniques reflect this; Kaijin Ken provides sturdier blades for deflection or catching of attacks, Kaijin Masuku can completely lock out an enemy’s senses, and Kaijin Gokusha can completely bind an enemy’s limbs while increasing the cost of their Reiatsu expenditure. In the end, Zeich’s Bankai is one of the sturdier defenses in its style of attrition.

Zanpakutou Spirit Appearance(Optional):

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{Haiiro}Though it is now known that he isn't the driving spirit behind Zeich's Zanpaktou and release abilities, Haiiro is always present in the second sword that the Vizard caries with him at all times. The former spirit Ventus has undergone many changes since his original creation back with the discovery of his master's dual Zanpaktou; from the loss of Polaris to the scars left on him and finally being torn away from Zeich's soul to be placed within the formerly blank Asauchi that the Vizard now bears at his side, Haiiro has been through much, and as such, the changes have become very prominent in time.

The wolf still stands at his normal size, waist-height at the shoulder, which is roughly three feet tall, and is six feet in length from tail to head. His fur is no longer white, but instead is a dirty gray, as if his pure coat had been sullied and tainted by the darkness that is trying to consume him. Trails of ash float away from his fur at all times, and his paw prints are now formed of ash wherever he walks as well; overall, the wolf looks like he could simply break apart and vanish in a stiff burst of wind. His eyes have changed as well; though they maintain their golden irises, for a time they were fading from white to gray as a partial stage to Hollowfication, possibly going as far as to take on the pure black sclera of a Hollow as the Shadow's influence started to swallow him up. Fortunately, being placed within his new sword halted the transformation, though it did not reverse the changes.

The runes that once adorned Ventus’s body are still present on Haiiro, though they are harder to see now thanks to the darker color of his fur. Dark whorls twist and turn across his fur in ebony black; starting at the head, there are two twisting lines that start below the eyes and curve inwards towards the wolf’s muzzle, moving upwards as they reach the eyes, almost seeming to frame them for a moment. However, instead of following the outline of the eyes, the lines curve back along the forehead, giving the distinct image of two crescent moons. At the center of the forehead between the two larger runes is a smaller mark, an eight-pointed star whose points extend barely two inches outwards from the center. Along each of Haiiro’s sides are black whorls that move up from the haunches and stop just before the shoulder, twisting into a spiral at that point. And last, across his back, Haiiro bears a pair of markings that look almost like wings, representing the freedom the wind whorls around his sides once used to provide.

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{Tsukikage}Now that the Hollow has finally revealed himself, the shadows drift away to reveal, surprisingly, another wolf. Tsukikage, formerly known as “the Shadow” before being named by Zeich, is a much larger lupine, easily double the size of Haiiro. He alternates between two and four legs freely, though normally he's in a half-hunched stance, front paws resting lightly on the ground, almost like he drags his arms; however, when he moves, the Hollow's stance shifts quickly; slow movements are handled on two legs, while bursts of speed are seen with him using all four legs to propel himself quickly. In his own way, Tsukikage, as a Hollow, appears to be somewhere between wolf and human, a hybrid that uses the best of both worlds to his advantage.

Standing at about seven feet tall at full height, Tsukikage is generally around the five-foot-six mark when he is hunched over. A canine muzzle filled with pointed teeth is usually bared back in a snarl, while golden eyes with black sclera glare out at anything that moves. Despite his generally wild expression, the lupine's fur is smooth and well-maintained, a dark black color that seems to make him almost invisible in th darkness. He has no visible markings most of the time, as that would break his concealment; however, when he chooses, he can make long lines of glowing orange appear along his frame, like flames flickering across the surface of his fur. The “flames” start on his chest and stomach just below each limb, and move up to cover each shoulder completely, as well as a few inches of the upper arms. They also move down his back in parallel lines, from between his shoulders down his flanks, and then merging into a line at the base of the tail that extends to the very end.

Inner World(Optional):
Zeich is unusual in that he managed to maintain his Zanpaktou spirit, rather than having it consumed by his Inner Hollow, and as a result he actually has two Inner Worlds, one for each of the two spirits within him. Haiiro's world is lush and green, an enormous forest that spreads as far as the eye can see. In the center of the forest rises a large plateau, towering above the trees. A thin, spiral pathway makes its way around the plateau, leading up towards the flattened top. From the top, one can see for miles, and it's nothing but a sea of green leaves. A large moon hovers in the dark night sky, always full and bordered by hundreds of shining stars that coat the heavens above.

While Haiiro's world is peaceful, soothing, Tsukikage lives in a world of shadows. At first, a visitor finds themselves surrounded by pitch black, the only source of light being a small disc of slightly lesser darkness that descends from the darkened new moon above. This light seems to extend for about ten feet around the user, but will move with them, almost like a spotlight. As one moves around, they reveal more and more of Tsukikage's world. Dark, burnt grass crunches beneath their feet, and occasionally there is the crunch of something more solid; whether it be branches or bone can vary, but in a silent world, it is disturbing. Occasionally, the husks of burnt or broken trees can be found, but they are sparse and far between. In this shadowy world, the dark wolf Tsukikage can easily remain hidden.

Zanpakutou Appearances:

Sealed: Thought to be the altered form of Ventus when he took on the name Haiiro after his encountering Tsukikage for the first time, this weapon has actually been revealed to belong to Tsukikage, with Ventus's old weapon completely removed. The weapon’s blade is rigid and firm, extending twenty-five inches in length. The cutting edge of the blade is along the outside, and it is very subtly serrated, the edge containing very tiny, hard-to-see points almost like razors along the entire length. This allows the weapon to cut far more than a normal sword would, widening wounds and aggravating injuries by tearing them open. Despite the seeming fragility of such minute extensions, they are quite sturdy and as strong as the steel that makes up the rest of the blade. The grip is black leather wrapped firmly around the hilt, creating a firm grip that leads into a round skullcap at the base.

Shikai: By itself, Tsukikage has no Shikai appearance. When the command is given, Zeich’s weapon simply dissolves into ash, even if it is within its sheath, and floats about him in a cloud. It can be guided subconsciously, moving around him without a word or motion. However, when the Kaijin Ken technique is used, Zeich can create his weapon from the ash, and often does so, giving Tsukikage a physical form despite being made of ash. Only when this technique is active does the sword have a visible physical appearance; otherwise, it is nothing but ash floating on the wind.

When the blade is formed from the Kaijin Ken technique, it is a long, straight sword with a katana’s hilt, the circular guard wrapping around the blade. Its grip is formed of the same black leather as before, though it’s lighter thanks to the ash component used to create the leather. The blade is much like a standard katana's, curving slightly with only a single bladed edge, though the end seems more pointed, suited for stabbing as well as slashing. The blade itself bears a black line that spirals around the edges on both sides, a simple ornamental decoration. At the end of the sword, Zeich often forms a long chain as well, one with a bladed hook at its end that can be whipped around as a compliment to the sword.

Bankai: Once more, Tsukikage Ookami possesses no immediate physical form, due to its power as a cloud of ash. To use this stage, Zeich reforms his sword from the ashes of his Shikai, or simply goes straight to Bankai from his sealed state. He simply tosses the sword up into the sky before raising his hand, speaking the command phrase. Doing so causes the sword to compress into a dark black sphere before exploding outwards in an enormous wave of ash. The ash forms a cloud as big as a building that swirls about Zeich, creating a gray torrent that coats an enormous area. To enter this region is to invite defeat, if not outright death.

However, should the sword be formed through Kaijin Ken, it has an appearance of its own as well. When formed, the weapon is a long katana, measuring at thirty inches in length along the blade. It only has a single edge, similar to the one that its Shikai form used. However, the blade itself is unusually ridged at consistent intervals, with spots that look like they could simply be detached. This is because the katana has a chain-blade; it can be whipped out at any time with a mental command, to easily double its length. The lengths are connected by short lengths of barbed chain indicative of the Shikai's old chain-length, and should they wrap around a target, they can cut through flesh quite easily. The entire weapon is a monochrome gray, with no variations among it at all. There are no markings, no deviations; it is nothing but gray.

Zanapkutou Release Names (Include both Shikai and Bankai names, and call out phrases)

“Howl, Tsukikage! (Moonshadow)” / “Let your cry eclipse the sky; Bankai, Kage-no-Tsukinoaruji (Lord of the Moon's Shadow)"

Overall Ability:

A power that comes from Zeich's suppression of Tsukikage, attempting to limit its influence on him as he tries to maintain some control over the Hollow, this Zanpaktou's power revolves around the concept of “Suppression.” Suppression comes in many forms, but with Zeich, this tends to focus on reducing his enemy's abilities in many ways. From reducing their ability to cut to locking out their motions, the Vizard's Zanpaktou is all about shutting down a foe and suppressing their ability to fight. This Release tends to lead to a battle of attrition as it drains the enemy's Reiatsu and prevents them from using various skills and abilities depending how they are suppressed.

Shikai Overall Ability:

Tsukikage's power is to suppress the opponent, particularly their Reiatsu. When this Zanpaktou’s abiliy is released, it simply dissolves into a thick gray ash that floats in the air and can be guided consciously in any direction. The ash moves at 600 stat speed, and the amount is roughly enough to coat a person from head to toe. When this ash comes into contact with something, it can bind itself through the use of Zeich’s Reiatsu to that object and remain in place. When it comes into contact with spiritual beings, it uses the target’s Reiatsu to keep itself bound. At first, the layer of ash seems harmless, but as it accumulates, the victim first begins to feel pain in the afflicted area, and then starts to have a harder time using their Reiatsu, both in terms of the fact that their pool seems to be diminished as well as the fact that they are having a harder time drawing it from their bodies to manifest it in the form of a technique.

The first effect of the ash is immediately noticeable in that it causes pain. It is equivalent to having hundreds of needles jabbed into one’s flesh continuously wherever the ash coats a major region (see below); this part ignores a single tier of Pain Tolerance, meaning that without multiple points in this skill, it cannot be ignore or resisted, meaning that it is almost impossible to concentrate as long as the ash is coating one’s body. The constant pain will eat at one’s focus, meaning that interruptions are frequent and easy, ruining a number of strategic or charged-up techniques. Zeich is also immune to the pain effects of his own Zanpaktou, though he cannot extend this same protection to anyone else. However, this is not the major effect of Haiiro, merely a harbinger of what is to come.

When an enemy is coated in Tsukikage’s ash, their Reiatsu is slowly depleted. For every major section of their body covered, the victim loses 100 Reiatsu per post. This means that the more of one’s body that is covered in ash, the more Reiatsu is absorbed by the ash to keep itself in place. It also has the effect of making Reiatsu harder to use; for every major section of the body covered, all techniques cost 10% more Reiatsu to use. As the ash continues to coat an opponent, not only does burn through their Reiatsu by consuming it, but also causes the opponent to use up their spiritual power more quickly as they try to fight through the layer of ash. There is enough ash to coat up to five major areas, but only a single area can be coated per post, and atop that, for every technique active during Shikai, the number of major areas is reduced by one. An opponent can disperse the ash from their entire body by using 200 Reiatsu to break its grip on their spiritual energy.

When major parts of the body are mentioned, it refers to certain areas being covered at least halfway by ash. These parts include limbs, the torso, and the head; each limb counts individually towards the total, so if all four limbs are covered, that's a loss of 400 Reiatsu per post along with a 40% increase in Reiatsu costs. Hands and feet do not count towards these, as they are considered generally too small to be enough to block Reiatsu output; otherwise, most of the body is vulnerable to being a point in which Tsukikage's ash can drain and hinder the foe's Reiatsu flow.

Additionally, as the ash's ability is suppressive in nature, the substance itself exudes no spiritual presence. It traps, binds, and suppresses spiritual energy, including its own, preventing energy sensory from ever detecting it. This does work both ways, however; as it cannot be sensed, if it coats a target completely, that target's spiritual presence completely disappears, suppressed and hidden from any form of energy sensory. Though their Reiatsu may be slowly depleted and their costs may go up, a target coated in Tsukikage's ash has the advantage of vanishing spiritually, which can be turned against Zeich by one who knows how to take advantage of such a situation.

Lost in the Gray (Passive) – As an extension of the overall power, Zeich can coat himself in his entire Shikai's worth of ash, the substance covering him completely like a suit. Being immune to its pain effects and Reiatsu drain but not its ability to suppress, Zeich can completely mask his Reiatsu signature by wearing his Shikai on his body, hiding it from view as though he had a 3 in Other – Reiatsu Masking. In other words, he becomes invisible to Energy Sensory radars, though it does not make him invisible visually or undetectable otherwise. However, he is susceptible to a continued 50% increase in costs while this ability is active, meaning that while he is able to get around quietly or avoid detection while in combat and moving quickly, any technique he uses will drain more from his pool than usual in exchange for this form of stealth. This is also available in Bankai, though with near-unlimited ash available, the five parts of ash cost is mitigated.

Bankai Overall Ability:

The true form of Zeich’s Bankai, and one of the more potent abilities in existence, Kage-no-Tsukinoaruji is a deadly and devastating form of warfare, one that suppresses existence and form by simply Releasing it. Just as his all of Zeich’s Zanpaktou abilities have an element of suppression, so too does the Bankai’s true form; in this case, this ability’s element is “suppression of the world we know.” A bold statement, suppressing an entire world, yet this name is accurate, transforming the world that combatants are currently in into one that is suited more to his needs in combat.

Upon releasing his Bankai, Zeich’s ash spreads outwards, dispersing and covering everything within a one-mile radius. The sheer amount of ash, enough to make up an entire skyscraper’s worth of mass, is more than enough to coat everything in a layer of gray. But then it goes further from there; the ash in the sky, on the ground, attached to buildings, objects, people, all begins to sink in, to meld with that it touches. And whatever the ash melds with starts to fade into a dim, monochrome gray. Soon, the ash is gone, and all is gray within sight, even the air and the sky; within this one mile, color is simply sucked out of the world about. Any new effects are immediately affected by this gray zone as well, as are any abilities that are fired from outside and enter the area. This is only the beginning, however.

In this zone, the world that is generally known ceases to exist. Everything touched by the ash, and converted to gray, is now a weapon. Buildings can be broken down into even larger stores of ash, manipulated and twisted into an even greater arsenal for Zeich to draw upon, while streets and even the earth itself becomes ash. Anything within this zone is now a part of the Vizard’s Zanpaktou, and can be used in any way he’d normally use his ash. This multiplies his potential a hundredfold, giving him control over every aspect of the environment around him and those he fights. His old Bankai’s form was formidable enough with its quantity of ash; what is an entire mile’s worth of that like? And worse, each post after Kage-no-Tsukinoaruji is activated, the range for Zeich’s Zanpaktou increases by 10%, causing its radius to grow larger and larger by the moment.

The only exception to this Bankai’s effects is any opponent with their own separate Reiatsu pool and their personal effects, such as their weapons, their clothing, etc. Creatures conjured via abilities, even Release abilities, that do not have their own individual Reiatsu pool are not immune, but are more difficult to convert. As long as Zeich’s offensive stat is greater than his foes, he can gradually begin to convert summoned creatures and abilities over time. Class 0 and 1 techniques are immune to his Bankai’s effects, but starting at Class 2, it is simply a matter of time. Five posts are required to fully convert a Class 2 technique, and for each Class a technique is below that, the number of posts is decreased by one (i.e. Class 3 takes four posts, Class 4 takes three posts, etc).

However, this does not leave others untouched as the ashen gray closes in, suffusing everything about them. Only the Reiatsu that others, even Zeich’s allies, possess keeps them from being converted, and even that is not an inexhaustible shield that wanes as the battle progresses. As those who exist within the gray world, Zeich excluded, continue to use their Reiatsu, they find that it has an effect on them. As their reserves deplete, their body begins to take on the same shade of gray that coats the rest of the world. It starts with the arms and any clothing or equipment covering them, gradually spreading until the entire limb is taken; once the opponent is down to 75% of their maximum Reiatsu, one arm is fully converted, and at 60%, another is converted. At 50%, one leg shifts to gray, and at 40% another does. Finally, at 20%, the torso loses its color, and when all Reiatsu is completely lost, the victim and all of their possessions are without color, and are fully lost to the power of Gray World. Naturally, those who have used Reiatsu prior to entering the Gray World will have portions of their body instantly converted, depending on Reiatsu usage thus far.

Once an area is fully converted into gray, it is treated like any other part of the Gray World and is fully able to be manipulated. This means that limbs can be broken down, or transformed into bladed weapons to impale their owners, and that the more Reiatsu they use, the more of their body becomes a weapon to use against them. Battles against Zeich’s Bankai must be sure and swift, or time will lead to his advantage and certain victory.

Of course, this effect is not without resistance, and those who possess enough strength can keep themselves apart from Kage-no-Tsukinoaruji’s power. Anyone who possesses a superior offensive stat to Zeich’s Spiritual Pressure can prevent Zeich from using an area of their body that has converted completely to gray by paying a small amount of Reiatsu, a mere 100 Reiatsu per post for a single area. The downside, of course, is that in doing so, they only delay the inevitable as more of their body is converted to gray. Finally, those with an offensive stat equal to double Zeich’s or higher are immune to this effect, regardless of their current Reiatsu amounts.

Zanpakuto Techniques:

Tsukikage

Kaijin Shi-Su (Ash Sheath) – Kaijin Shi-Su is a technique that makes use of the ash floating about in the air and focuses its attraction on a specific area, namely an enemy’s weapon. As the ash coats the weapon, whether it is across the blade or any other portion used to strike, Kaijin Shi-Su causes the coated area to be blunted, making use of Zeich’s Spiritual Pressure in the form of the ash coating to weaken oncoming strikes. In practice, this makes it so that any physical attack with the coated area is dulled, reducing its ability to cut—i.e. the Spiritual Pressure of the attack—by an amount equal to Zeich’s Spiritual Pressure. This applies to even released weapons; they will be unable to cut if they fall below the threshold for ignoring cutback, though the other negative effects of cutback do not apply.

The major drawback to this technique is that the ash can only coat a single weapon or surface at a time, meaning that multiple types of physical strikes can easily break through this defensive measure. Atop that, the ash must have a physical surface to coat, and thus this technique is useless against any Reiatsu-based attacks. And, last of all, it takes Zeich’s Reiatsu rather than the victim’s Reiatsu to bind the ash to a weapon, costing him 100 Reiatsu per post he chooses to keep it in place.


Kaijin Ken (Ash Blade) – Kaijin Ken is one of the few offensive techniques in Zeich’s Zanpaktou, and makes up for the fact that he does not have a weapon at Tsukikage’s activation; the Shinigami can use the ash to form a melee weapon of any shape or type. The weapon can be bladed, can have spikes or blunt force, etc; regardless of the means of attack, the ash provides the shape and definition. The density of the weapon is dependent on the size; if it is the size of a normal katana or roughly that amount, then it is regular spiritual steel and can be broken with offensive power equal to twice Zeich’s Spiritual Pressure as normal. If it is larger than a katana by at least a 25% margin, then the weapon is more fragile and able to be broken with more ease, requiring only superior offensive stat to his Spiritual Pressure. On the other end of the spectrum, a weapon that is smaller by at least a margin of 25% has twice the density, and requires four times Zeich’s Spiritual Pressure to break. Finally, Zeich treats all weapons formed with Kaijin Ken as though he had a 1 in that weapon, due to the technique being guided mentally as much as it is physically as a natural extension of his Zanpaktou's ash. This technique costs 50 Reiatsu per weapon formation or reformation, in the event of breaking.

In Bankai, this technique gains an additional trait. By paying 100 Reiatsu, Zeich can add an extra “point of durability” to his weapons, both those formed from Kaijin Ken and other ones. To do so, he thickens the ash around his weapon, reinforcing the steel and making it sturdier against powerful blows. For each additional point of durability, Zeich’s enhanced weapon can take one additional hit from a powerful source (see above for weapons formed with Kaijin Ken, or 2x Zeich’s Spiritual Pressure for any other spiritual steel weapon) without breaking, even if it normally would. This does not mean he can suddenly defend against any attack; though his weapon may not break, it does not reduce impact, increase his ability to block, or anything else. The weapon only becomes sturdier and more durable.

Finally, when Zeich's Hollow mask is active, one more trait is activated. Though the technique is limited to normal weapons, an extension allows the use of long, claw-like blades at the end of each finger, each extending far enough to double the length of each digit. These blades are razor-sharp and are treated like any other weapon from Kaijin Ken, meaning that it takes 4x Zeich's Spiritual Pressure to break, as they are, as a whole, a smaller weapon. These weapons, despite being claws, are treated as though Zeich had a 2 in "Weapons - Claws" due to drawing from Tsukikage's knowledge on use of them. This is increased to a 3 in Bankai. Additionally, a portion of ash can be used to form similar blades on his feet, though these do not grant a proficiency and are generally used only for traction or bracing.

The first drawback to this, though, is that the weapons in themselves are not special. They are easy to form, fairly inexpensive, but they have no special traits to them. They are just standard weaponry, and when formed have a variable amount of durability depending on their size. Each time a weapon is formed or the shape of a weapon is altered, it costs 50 Reiatsu, though this seems like a negligible cost unless an enemy possesses the superiority of offensive power to break weapons repeatedly. Being made of ash, they can reform quickly, but the cost to create them causes them to become a drain on Reiatsu against an opponent who possesses that superiority consistently.


Kaijin Masuku (Ash Mask) – A binding technique, Kaijin Masuku coats the head, covering the face, ears, and hair, everything above the neck, in ash. This ash is not meant to suffocate, however, but to isolate on a sensory scale; when it binds a target, it reduces the target’s Senses by 25% for every major portion of ash used. In Shikai, this can stack up to 75% at the cost of using three portions of Zeich’s available ash, while in Bankai it can shut off all senses but touch completely. However, this isn’t just for the enemy; Zeich can use this technique on himself or others, and at varying potencies, controlling how much of their senses are reduced. However, the cost is in static tiers; for 25% or less Senses, its cost is one major portion of ash; 26% to 50% is two major poxrtions, 51 to 75% is three, and any higher is four. This allows protection from attacks that strike at the senses by dulling them, making Kaijin Masuku a very flexible attack. Multiple effects can be active at once, as long as the ash is available. Naturally, during Bankai, any amount can be covered at any time.

The first drawback to this technique’s variable effects is that it uses up ash, and in large amounts should Zeich choose to use a more effective level of use. This also does not stack with the Shikai’s ability to drain Reiatsu as long as it is active despite covering a major area; instead, the senses are affected. Techniques still gain the same 10% increase in cost, regardless of the target, meaning that it affects allies and Zeich too should it be active on them. Finally, Kaijin Masuku costs 200 Reiatsu to maintain per post.


Kaijin Gokusha (Ash Prison) – Another somewhat offensive technique meant for suppression of movement, Kaijin Gokusha allows Zeich to create wrappings of gray ash around the target’s arms or legs, keeping them bound together in order to restrict movement and ability to retaliate. These bindings are simple affairs, appearing almost like ash-gray bandages that wrap around the targeted limbs. However, they are much sturdier than they look; Zeich’s ability to suppress is based on his Spiritual Pressure, which is his way of suppressing and putting down his opponent, and thus as a result he compares his Spiritual Pressure to his opponent’s Strength, should they try to break out physically, or Reiatsu Strength should they be trying to break out with the use of spiritual power. Strength of Will at a 2 or higher allows the reduction of requirements to 75% of Zeich’s Spiritual Pressure. These bindings also possess Tsukikage’s suppressive powers, increasing Reiatsu costs of those bound by it by 10% per set of bindings, which stacks up to 20% total with both arms and legs bound. However, each use takes two sections of ash from the total five, meaning that there is very little left if both sets of limbs are bound during Shikai.

In Bankai, this technique is strengthened accordingly. By paying double the cost (see drawbacks), Zeich can reinforce the first set of bindings with a second layer over them, which now take on the form of gray chains made from the ash that tie in tightly over the initial wrappings. This reinforcement makes it so that to break the technique, an opponent must possess either a Strength or Reiatsu Strength greater than twice Zeich’s Spiritual Pressure, depending on which type of force they are using to break free of their bindings. Strength of Will at a 3 can reduce the requirement to only 75% superiority to Zeich’s Spiritual Pressure. In addition, the additional layer of bindings increases its suppressive effects, increasing the costs of the victim’s techniques by 20%, up to a maximum of 40% with both arms and legs bound.

The cost for this technique is a simple 150 Reiatsu per post for its normal form, and 300 Reiatsu per post in its advanced, doubled-up form. In addition, this is heavily taxing on Zeich’s ash reserves, using two out of five sections of ash for binding one set of limbs. That is 40% of his ash that is used for either overall or techniques when this ability is used for one area, or 80% for two areas. Finally, Strength of Will can help reduce the effectiveness of this tech if the victim has a sufficient amount, allowing them to break through the bindings more easily.


Tsukikage Ookami

Kaijin Kasumi (Ash Mist) – The first of Zeich’s Bankai techniques, Kaijin Kasumi allows the Shinigami to make use of his cloud of ash by actually dissolving his body and weapons into it. A nearly impenetrable defensive technique, this ability allows him to avoid harm as long as he is in an ashen form, short of widespread attacks that can remove the entire cloud of ash. Otherwise, he is literally untouchable; as long as enough ash remains to compose his figure, he cannot take any severe amount of damage. Atop that, Zeich is able to reform only part of his body from the ash at any time he chooses and at any place within the cloud of ash, meaning that he could appear from anywhere. Complete dissolution and reformation are both fast processes, taking no more than five seconds for either. Partial dissolution and reformation take no more than two seconds for a single individual limb.

The weakness to Kaijin Kasumi is that it forces Zeich into a completely defensive battle; as long as he is dissolved into the ash, he cannot attack. To attack, he must reform the entirety of a limb that is used to attack, even with a weapon; for example, if he chose to attack with his sword, both the sword and the entire arm used to swing the weapon must be reformed, meaning that Zeich is vulnerable during attack even with this technique. Kaijin Kasumi’s main purpose is to avoid attack as well as provide a tactical advantage of being able to attack from any direction. This technique also costs 100 Reiatsu per post to keep hidden; should the cost not be paid, Zeich will instantly reform, though at a location of his choice.

However, the technique also has a more sinister use when turned to offense. Dissolving himself into ash allows Zeich to avoid an enemy's strikes by making himself so dispersed that it is impossible to create any form of lasting harm on him, but by making physical contact with an enemy, Zeich can instead begin dispersing his opponent's body. Upon making contact with any part of a foe, the Shinigami can infuse his Reiatsu into that person's body and begin dissolving it into ash based on the point of contact. Prolonged contact is not necessary; only the initial touch is required. This dissolution causes no actual harm to the victim's body, much like his own dissolution will not harm Zeich; instead, it's simply converting their form into another shape. However, the trick that makes this technique deadly is that the enemy has no control over their dissolution, and cannot resume their normal form without Zeich willing it. That means should Zeich manage to convert an enemy completely to ash, they will be unable to act unless he re-forms them. And should he end his Bankai at any point, the extra ash that comes with it simply disappears. If an enemy is caught within this technique, lost in the ash... they are lost forever, unable to be recalled even after Bankai is reactivated.

This technique is far harder to use on others though, for a number of reasons. For one thing, the activation alone requires physical contact. Besides that, Zeich's Spiritual Pressure is checked against his opponent's Reiatsu Strength or Spiritual Pressure, whichever is higher, and if the foe is greater, then they can resist the effects of the transformation. Normally, assuming Zeich has superior strength by even a single point, each post under the effects of Kaijin Kasumi would dissolve roughly a fifth of the victim's body spreading from the contact point. Five posts are required to completely dissolve a person. Superior spiritual strength to Zeich increases the number of posts to eight, and 25% higher increases it to ten. Should the foe have 50% higher Reiatsu Strength or Spiritual Presure than Zeich's Spiritual Pressure, this technique will be completely unable to affect them. Foes of superior Class can resist this as well; one Class increases the post requirement to ten posts, and two grants complete immunity.

However conversely, if Zeich has 50% or higher Spiritual Pressure than the opponent's Spiritual Pressure or Reiatsu Strength, whichever is higher, then the number of posts required to dissolve an opponent is reduced to three posts. Superior Class does not grant bonuses, however. For Zeich to keep this technique active and dissolving a foe, he is also required to pay 200 Reiatsu per post that he is dissolving the foe into ash; this means that at a high advantage, it only costs him 600 Reiatsu to completely dissolve a foe. At a high disadvantage, however, it can cost him as much as 2000 Reiatsu to dissolve an enemy of greater strength or Class. Naturally this technique can be canceled partway to leave a foe crippled, as a portion of their body is dissolved into ash and unable to be used.


Mugen Gure (Endless Gray) – The final technique in Zeich’s arsenal, this technique is a passive ability that is active from the moment that Kage-no-Tsukinoaruji is Released. Like the others, this technique represents a suppression: a suppression of individuality. From the moment the Gray World is released, spreading itself over the landscape, it is already spreading and absorbing that around it. But that is only a minor effect compared to its true power, the assimilation and absorption of the victims within it.

Those within the range of Zeich’s Bankai will find that as their Reiatsu depletes, they are slowly but surely being sapped of color, their own body to be used against them as a weapon once portions of it fully convert. The solution to this is simple: to not use Reiatsu. While this is a difficult and daunting task, Mugen Gure prevents even that from being a foolproof defense; as long as even a single portion of the foe is gray, they will find that their body is slowly being taken in despite their lack of Reiatsu use. This is because this world is one of nothing but gray, and seeks to bring all within it into complete uniformity.

This technique acts on a foe directly by sapping away an amount of Reiatsu from their body each post depending on how far they’ve been converted. Each full area that has been converted—each limb and the torso—depletes 100 Reiatsu per post, the ash slowly consuming more of the victim’s spiritual energy. If a single area has yet to be fully converted, but has started to become gray, then a mere 50 Reiatsu per post is siphoned away for that area. These effects are additive; for example, if a foe has used 50% of their Reiatsu, both arms are fully converted, and one leg is mostly but not completely converted. This means that they will lose 200 Reiatsu from the two fully converted limbs, and an additional 50 from the partially converted one, for a total of 250 per post until the leg is fully consumed, at which point the amount jumps up to 300.

This effect can of course be resisted, though doing so becomes harder as more of the body becomes converted. If less than two portions have become fully converted, then a Strength of Will at a 2 or a superior offensive stat will allow the victim to completely resist the gradual consumption of their Reiatsu. If two to three portions have been fully converted, then a Strength of Will at 3 or a 25% superior offensive stat will allow the victim to completely resist the absorption. If four or more portions have been completely converted, then this technique is no longer able to be resisted, the foe’s Reiatsu too faint and feeble to block the slow assimilation. Resisting this effect also requires concentration and focus, preventing the foe from making any moves that require unmitigated attention.
Mask Appearance:

Zeich’s mask is fairly unusual; though many masks have strange features and markings across them, they tend to remain made for a human face. Zeich’s, however, is summoned by him raising his hand before his face, fingers spread, and then drawing it away while his fingers narrow, almost as if he was pantomiming a narrowing cone. As he does, an animalistic mask forms, that of a wolf. The motion of Zeich’s hand indicates the muzzle as it’s formed, extending eight inches in front of his face. His golden eyes emerge from behind hollow-looking holes on either side of the muzzle, framed by red stripes that curl around the bottom of each eye before twisting into a small spiral on the cheeks. The lips are curled into a growl, revealing sharp, pointed teeth that match up perfectly, leaving no gaps between them. Ears are also formed on the mask, covering Zeich’s ears and then curving back into points, like a wild animal’s ears flattened down in anger.

Resurrection Appearance:

Zeich's Resurrection is one that opposes his natural state, thus it is one that he uses rarely, if ever. However, sometimes a situation calls for it, and thus he is required to awaken the beast within him. When activating Resurrection, his golden eyes flash behind his mask, and crimson Reiatsu surges around the bone-like covering. Slowly the edges begin to bend backwards, and start to meld with the flesh. Skin converts to a Hollow's bone-like mask, and soon the Vizard's entire head takes on a lupine shape. Pointed ears top the head now, hidden slightly by black hair that has grown wild, untamed as it flows down the Vizard's back. Jaws that were once only part of a mask now open, revealing pointed teeth that can tear through flesh with ease. Eyes that were already black with golden irises become wilder, the pupils narrowing and becoming more bestial.

From there, the Reiatsu continues to flow down his body, shifting it noticeably. Fur grows out from the exposed skin, starting from his arms and making its way down his torso. Dark, ashen gray in color, it coats every visible surface except the bone-mask head. His body becomes longer, his height increasing to a full nine feet. However, his body's width does not increase proportionately along with his height, making him seem even more lithe than before. His arms also increase in length, allowing them to hang down to his knees easily. This long, sleek look benefits him, allowing him to switch between a bipedal and quadrupedal stance easily, moving from two to four legs as necessary. On four legs, his coordination and balance are much better, but on two he has free use of his hands for attacks and the wielding of weapons.

Bone-like growths follow as his transformation continues, sprouting from his chest to wrap around his upper torso and bind it in skeletal armor, while similar growths are visible on the back of each hand, forming long claw-like shapes that grow over the top of his fingers and extend past the tips. The end of each claw is pointed like a knife blade, allowing them to slide past flesh, while the underside is jagged and sharp enough to cut as well. More bony growths appear, though these are smaller rings around the upper arms, the ankles, and the waist; a thicker one like a choker forms along his neck, and spiked points emerge from it. A ring of similar spikes form down his back, the edges sharp as the claws on his fingers, and they end just before the base of the long, skeletal tail that sprouts from the bottom of his spine.

Ressurection Powers:
Awareness – Though Resurrection and his mask give Zeich impressive sensory abilities as it is, the flow of Reiatsu around his body perfects the ability to detect enemies; anything that comes within ten feet of Zeich’s body disturbs the Reiatsu around the Shinigami and alerts him to the presence of an attack or attacker. This still requires that he have the Instinct to react in time, but it allows Zeich to avoid being caught unaware. When Bloodlust is active, driving the Vizard's senses into overtime, this aura increases to a maximum of thirty feet.

Alpha – When in Resurrection, Zeich creates an aura of sheer domination about him, one that both intimidates foes and bolsters allies. This aura creates a powerful sensation of fear in any who does not consider him an ally, which includes neutral forces. Any who do not possess at least a 2 in Strength of Will or Lack of Fear, or are at least equal to Zeich in Class, will cower or flee, trembling in the Vizard's presence. Allies, however, are spurred to action, moving forward and becoming far more compliant to Zeich's commands. Any who do not possess either a 2 in Strength of Will or similar Class to Zeich will be far more agreeable, willing to do whatever he asks as long as it doesn't directly oppose their principles. When Bloodlust is active, the skill requirements are increased by an additional rank.

Bloodlust – The strongest of the powers granted by Zeich's Resurrection, this passive ability activates when blood is spilled, either by himself or by another. Its purpose is to enhance every aspect of himself; his ability to sense the flow of Reiatsu around his body increases to triple the range at which he can detect foes, while his aura of authority grows rapidly in strength, pressing down on friend and foe alike with greater intensity. More to the point, his motions are maximized in efficiency and speed; in this time, he will always act at absolute maximum speed, and can do so without tiring for the remainder of the post. Each time blood is spilled from a new injury, this effect can activate again.

[Zeich Yajuu]

Non-Release Techniques

Slots used: 22/22 (+3 Slots due to Training Tier, -1 Slot due to Fractured Type)

Learned, Unmastered
Mastered

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{Canon Techniques}

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{Other Canon Techniques}Shunpo – A movement technique that allows the user to move faster than the eye can follow. The focal point that determines the bases of this technique is speed. As speed is the main point of the technique the method is best characterized by how fast one can get from point A to point B in the least amount of steps. Training and skill are what determines how fast a user of Shunpo can move; those of little skill in the technique or those who haven't used it an extended amount of time would obviously be out of practice, causing those individuals to be considerably slower, which requires the use of more steps to move the same distance and become winded far easier in a shorter amount of time. A single step magnifies speed for that step by 10 times. Uses 50 Reiatsu per step. This one is automatically learned in the academy. ALL shinigami know this when created.

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{Custom Techniques}

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{Custom Kido}

Technique Name: [Bakudo #3: Sazanami (Ripple)]

Class: 7

Technique Type: Kido

Technique Element: Air/Earth (Varies, see Effects)

Technique Description and Effects: Sazanami is a particularly simplistic and straightforward Bakudo that at first seems to have no actual ability about it. When activated, this Bakudo sends a pulse of Reiatsu out in a spherical ripple from the user’s palm. This Reiatsu has no actual effect on anything, traveling until it reaches another object with some form of spiritual energy. Once it has done so, it bounces in the direction of its origin, giving an idea of the direction of any nearby active spiritual objects. This excludes environmental objects such as buildings within Soul Society, which do not possess an active spiritual energy. Such objects simply cause the rippling Reiatsu to stop without rebounding. When mastered, this technique can also be sent through objects, such as the ground or a building, rather than stopping upon impacting them. Additionally, mastery allows a constant ripple effect for the duration of a single post, regardless of incantation, that originates from its casting point. The range of this technique varies by the Reiatsu Strength of the user; for every 50 Reiatsu Strength the user has, this technique has a range of one hundred feet in radius. The ripples themselves travel at an astounding 4000 Speed. Due to its incredible speed and the thinned-out nature of the Reiatsu, the technique is undetectable to any but the user unless one actively knows that it is there.

How to use technique (How is it activated?): The technique’s user simply raises their hand and releases a pulse of Reiatsu. The incantation can be spoken before or after to release it.

Technique Drawbacks (Limitations, repercussions for use, etc) Despite its speed, this technique’s effects are minimal. The pulse of Reiatsu is useful for tracking a target’s position or revealing cloaked targets, but unless the incantation is used, the cost of repeated use adds up.

Incantation and Effect (If Kido only): When the incantation is used, the Bakudo creates a continuous ripple effect for three posts using its initial casting point as an origin. The user can intercept reverberations from the technique even if they have moved, giving a continuous feed of the directions of active spiritual energy. (“Throw the pebble in the pond; ripple across the still waters, trace the boundaries, return.”)

Made By: Zeich Yajuu

Reserved?: No

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{Custom Hakuda}

Technique Name: Kuro Gigei Mikon: Buraindo Jinsei [Dark Wild Arts: Blind Instinct]

Class: 6

Technique Type: Other

Technique Element: None

Technique Description and Effects:

The first of the Dark Wild Arts line of techniques, this is the opening technique that is required for each of the others after it. The Dark Wild Arts uses speed similar to the standard line of original techniques, but it also makes use of the user’s other senses through the loss of sight, strengthening them, and allowing the user to particularly focus on their sense of touch and hearing more than anything else. Upon use, this doubles the user’s current Senses, but requires that they have no way of seeing; simply closing one’s eyes does not work. A visual impairment of sorts is required, whether it is the actual loss of one’s vision, or some means of covering that completely blocks sight.

How to use technique:

The first step is to remove vision completely. There can be no trace of light, meaning that if one is not currently blind, one must use a visual impairment of sorts, whether it’s a blindfold or some way of cutting off vision. Once that is done, Reiatsu is released through the body in small amounts, augmenting the user’s ears and nerves, thus enhancing hearing and touch sensations.

Drawback:
There are multiple drawbacks to this technique. The first, obviously, is that it requires blindness in some way. Whether it is artificial or actual blindness, the user must not be able to see at all, or their brain is distracted by its main stimuli through sight rather than focusing on alternate ones. The second is that this style of combat takes adjusting to, a total of one post after the technique is used, during which time the user’s Senses are decreased by half. This is the adjustment to relying on senses other than visual; Lost Sense types who have given up sight, or any other character who is naturally blind can skip this adjustment post. And finally, when this technique is canceled by re-introducing sight, the user has to re-adjust to vision, and thus must have a post after this technique is deactivated in which Senses are reduced by half again. This technique also costs 50 Reiatsu per post to keep active.

Requirements: None

Made by: Zeich Yajuu



Technique Name: Gigei Mikon: Douzen Heisei [Wild Arts: Natural Calm]

Class: 5

Technique Type: Hakuda

Technique Element: None

Technique Description and Effects:

When this technique is used, the user channels Reiatsu through their head, specifically the sections of brain that regulate emotion. This technique is used to suppress emotion, to lower its intensity on the body and psyche in order to keep one’s mind calm and focused on their task. This allows for greater mental celerity and in turn also helps one to remain calm in unusual situations, suppressing their fear. Those who are already skilled at mastering their fears or keeping themselves calm gain greater benefit from this technique, naturally. Upon use, this technique increases the user’s Instinct by 25% (i.e. 100 would become 125), and also gives them a single tier in Lack of Fear for the technique’s duration. For every level of Calm Mind the user has, the Instinct boost goes up by an additional 25%, up to a full doubling should the user have all three ranks in Calm Mind. Those who already possess the Lack of Fear skill get the next tier up, though if they are already at Level 3 in Lack of Fear, there is no benefit towards it.

How to use technique:

To use this technique, the user simply channels Reiatsu into the brain to dull down the level of emotion that they feel, relaxing them on a mental level.

Technique Drawbacks

The first drawback to this technique is the cost; at 100 Reiatsu per post, the cost adds up over time quickly, causing Reiatsu to be depleted. The second cost is the damage on the mind; over time, it causes damage to the user’s brain due to the suppression of the emotional centers. Five posts of consecutive usage without a pause can cause minor brain trauma, causing disorientation and dizziness. Ten posts will cause serious brain trauma in the emotional centers, meaning that even if the technique has ended, the user will remain emotionless and stoic, unable to comprehend emotion any more. If this technique is deactivated, the user must wait two posts for their brain to recover from the initial block before it can be used again. It also requires at least a 2 in Hakuda.

Made By: Zeich Yajuu



Technique Name: Kuro Gigei Mikon: Ryoushi Reiki [Dark Wild Arts: Predator’s Aura]

Class: 4

Technique Type: Hakuda

Technique Element: Spirit

Technique Description and Effects:

This technique is an intimidation ability used in order to slow down and weaken the opponent with fear. Making use of the concept shown in Gigei Mikon: Douzen Heisei and reversing it, this technique creates an aura of Reiatsu around the user that is used in a sense similar to excessive spiritual presence; when active, it makes anyone around the user, whether friend or foe, see the user as something to be more feared, to be concerned with; slowly this fear builds into intimidation, making the victims more easily frightened, unable to focus as well. As long as this aura is active, the user’s gravitational pressure is treated as if it were one Class higher than their usual Class. Atop that, anyone who is under the adjusted class loses 10% of their Instinct for every Class they are beneath the adjusted Class. The range of this technique is 100 meters in radius if the victim can see; if it is only felt, rather than observed, then the radius is halved to 50 meters.

How to use technique:

Disperse Reiatsu out from the body to form an aura, one that suggests a greater presence and causes fear in those who are within its range.

Technique Drawbacks

There are a few drawbacks for this technique. The first is the cost; this has a cost of 150 Reiatsu per post it is active. This drains Reiatsu over time. Second is the ability to resist this technique; with a 2 or higher in Lack of Fear OR Calm Mind, an opponent can reduce the loss to 5% of their Instinct per Class difference after adjustment. With a 2 or higher in BOTH, this technique can be completely resisted. Naturally, having a higher class can allow this to be resisted as well. This also requires at least a 2 in Hakuda.

Made By: Zeich Yajuu



Technique Name: Kuro Gigei Mikon: Sagu Jinsei [Dark Wild Arts: Sharpen Instinct]

Class: 4

Technique Type: Other

Technique Element: None

Technique Description and Effects:

At a glance, the basic premise of this technique is similar to Buraindo Jinsei, which sharpens the user’s senses at the cost of their sight. However, this technique is completely different; it can be used to increase any one of a target’s senses, whether it be one’s self, an ally, or an enemy, and at no loss of another sense as requirement. The sense chosen becomes five times sharper for three posts, making it much more acute and sensitive. However, with this sensitivity comes some drawbacks; with such an increase, one is more easily affected by sensory-attacking abilities, especially since the sensory boost granted with this ability cannot be altered or dulled down with filtration techniques. Therefore, use of this technique tends to be offensive; if used for support, it is done so with great caution, as it is easy to become debilitated should one attack the heightened sense.

Also, when a sense is enhanced, it comes with a drawback in accordance with the type of boost. If one’s vision is enhanced, the user’s accuracy suffers against any source of light due to being unused to such strong sight, and thus their attacks can be dodged with 75% of the usual Speed required to avoid an attack. If one’s hearing is enhanced, then one’s concentration is shakier, causing attacks that make use of Reiatsu Strength to be treated with 10% less Reiatsu Strength (i.e. 100 would become 90) due to the constant distraction of unheard sounds. If one’s sense of touch is enhanced, then they are more prone to pain; if they have levels in Pain Tolerance or Pain Resistance, decrease them by one. If there are no levels, then they are treated as if they were a negative; the user is far more susceptible to pain than the average person.

How to use technique: This technique requires contact with the target that is getting their senses enhanced. Any point of contact will do, even through a physical blow. From there, the user channels Reiatsu through the target’s body, targeting the sense that is to be enhanced, and uses their Reiatsu to increase that form of sensory perception greatly.

Drawback: There are a few drawbacks to this technique. The first is that since it requires contact, it can be difficult to place on faster enemies, or those who are dangerous at close range. The second is the drawback that balances out the sensory boost (see above), which can be devastating whether it’s placed on enemy or ally. Third, the boost to senses cannot be filtered or masked, meaning that for those three posts, that sense is particularly delicate, putting the target at risk of a sensory overload.

Requirements: Requires a 2 in Hakuda to use this technique.

Made by: Zeich Yajuu

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Technique Name: Kuro Gigei Mikon: Yoru Senpuku [Dark Wild Arts: Night Ambush]

Class: 4

Technique Type: Other

Technique Element: None

Technique Description and Effects:

This is the second of the Dark Wild Arts techniques, and the first to use the enhanced senses gained through Buraindo Jinsei. With their senses of hearing and touch improved beyond their normal, the user has the ability to sense movement and shifts in the air around them. This allows them to sense when an enemy is attacking from any direction, and enables the user to strike out in retaliation. Yoru Senpuku is the retaliation to physical strikes, in which the user grabs the offending limb, whether the attack with a weapon or with the limb itself. Once the limb is caught, the target is pulled forward in a sudden movement, using their forward momentum, and the user strikes with their fist or palm at the target’s chest. This technique hits with the force of both the user’s speed as well as the victim’s, making use of that momentum for improved force. This, combined with the user’s improved senses, allows for high accuracy in the follow-up strike, making it a devastating counter to a physical strike.

How to use technique: See above.

Drawback: Kuro Gigei Mikon: Buraindo Jinsei must be active for this technique to be used, and Senses after use of the listed technique must be at least 200 or higher. It also requires the user to have a Strength of 150 or higher, since there is strain on the limb that requires some physical strength to withstand. Any uses under 150 Strength will damage the muscles immediately, and a second use would break the bones in the arm.

Requirements: Must have Kuro Gigei Mikon: Buraindo Jinsei learned and mastered. Must also have at least a 2 in Hakuda.

Made by: Zeich Yajuu



Technique Name: Gigei Mikon: Hyaku Shikon [Wild Arts: Hundred Fangs]

Class: 3

Technique Type: Other

Technique Element: None

Technique Description and Effects:

This technique was developed in order to increase the user's strength in hand-to-hand combat. Using this technique sends Reiatsu pooling into the muscles and joints of his arms and hands, strengthening them and increasing their resilience. By using that same Reiatsu, he sends powerful impulses to the nerves that allows his limbs to react quickly in the form of a hundred powerful punches. Each one is fired off at twice the user's current Speed stat, causing his limbs to blur as the attacks are delivered in a sudden barrage that lasts only a few seconds. Each hit’s damage is equal to the combined total of user’s base Strength and Speed after type. This causes a massive amount of damage in a short time.

How to use technique: The user focuses their Reiatsu into the arms, strengthening the muscles and bones first to prevent excessive damage from overuse of the limbs. Following that, the same Reiatsu is channeled into the nerves and causes them to fire impulses rapidly, making his limbs move quickly in the form of a hundred lightning-fast blows.

Drawback: Moving one’s limbs beyond their natural limits causes strain and damage on the muscles and bone; though Reiatsu is first channeled to prevent the worst of the damage, each use of this technique wears down the muscles and causes them to throb heavily after only one use. Two uses within five posts causes the muscles to begin tearing, and small fractures along the bone. Three uses within five posts will completely tear several muscles while cracking the bones, and any additional uses within that initial five posts will render the user's arms useless without proper healing. This technique can only safely be used eight times within a thread without healing.

Requirements: This requires a 2 in Hakuda to perform.

Made by: [Zeich Yajuu]

Reserved?: [No]



Technique Name: Hakuda Defense: Do

Class: 3

Technique Type: Other

Technique Element: None

Technique Description and Effects:

This technique directly applies a palm to the perfectly correct spot in an incoming melee attack. This can be on an underside or at the very edge of a weapon, but it must hit the spot where the force is most vulnerable. The force immediately ceases, and the attack stops moving. It's good for making openings.

How to use technique: Stated above.

Drawback: It's a physical attack. No drawback.

Made by: [Sozen]

Reserved?: [No]



Technique Name: Taibu Gigei Mikon: Yorozu Shikon [Greater Wild Arts: Ten Thousand Fangs]

Class: 1

Technique Type: Other

Technique Element: None

Technique Description and Effects:

This technique was developed in order to increase the user's strength in hand-to-hand combat. Using this technique sends Reiatsu pooling into the muscles and joints of his arms and hands, strengthening them and increasing their resilience. At this point, the Reiatsu is split. First, a shield similar to an Arrancar’s passive Hierro is wrapped around the arms and hands, focused to cut wind resistance to zero. Using the other half of the same Reiatsu, the user sends powerful impulses to the nerves that allows his limbs to react quickly in the form of a ten thousand powerful punches. Each one is fired off at three times the user's current Speed stat, causing his limbs to blur as the attacks are delivered in a sudden barrage that lasts only a few seconds. Each hit’s damage is equal to the combined total of the user’s Strength and Speed. This causes an extreme amount of damage in a short time.

How to use technique: The user focuses their Reiatsu into the arms, strengthening the muscles and bones first to prevent excessive damage from overuse of the limbs. Following that, the same Reiatsu is channeled around the arms to reduce air friction, and then into the nerves and causes them to fire impulses rapidly, making his limbs move quickly in the form of ten thousand lightning-fast blows.

Drawback: Moving one’s limbs beyond their natural limits causes strain and damage on the muscles and bone; though Reiatsu is first channeled to prevent the worst of the damage, each use of this technique wears down the muscles and causes them to throb heavily with each use. One use within five posts causes the muscles to begin tearing apart, and small fractures along the bone. Two uses within five posts will completely tear several muscles while cracking the bones, and any additional uses within that initial five posts will render the user’s arms useless without proper healing. This technique cannot be safely used more than five times in a thread without extensive healing.

Requirements: This requires either a 3 in Hakuda to perform.

Made by: [Zeich Yajuu]

Reserved? Yes

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{Custom Hoho}

Technique Name: Shinkirou [Mirage]

Class: 3

Technique Type: Hoho

Usable By: Shinigami, Beast Clan

Technique Element: None

Technique Description and Effects:
Many speed or movement techniques exist for the sole purpose of going from point A to point B at an increased level of speed. Shinkirou is an unusual technique in this line, because instead of going from A to B, the user goes from A... to A. Essentially, it is referred to as something akin to a “double step,” in which the user steps in any direction, and then back into the original position. Visually, this barely creates a flicker, hardly noticeable below 200 Senses, and the whole technique lasts for no more than three seconds. What is the purpose of this technique? Similar to Utsusemi, it provides an afterimage coupled with a movement ability that allows the user to evade an attack while providing the illusion that they are hit with it. However, this technique allows the user to return to the spot, creating an effect that makes viewers think that the attack passed through the user. When used properly, one can follow up immediately following an attack that “goes through them” and catch an opponent off-guard. The step speed for this technique is 15x for each step, and it can be used up to twice per post.

How to use technique:
Focus Reiatsu, then launch oneself in any direction. Upon landing, launch back in the same manner, all within three seconds of movement.

Technique Drawbacks:
Cost. This technique also requires that the user has a 3 in Hoho or Hakuda, and has 400 or higher Speed after Type. This is also a tiring technique, draining stamina faster than normal steps through extra movement.

Made By: Z-Wolf

Reserved?: No

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{Custom Weapon Techniques}

Technique Name: Mugon (Silence)

Class: 5

Technique Type: Other

Usable By: Any Race

Technique Element: None

Technique Description and Effects:
A relatively simple technique, Mugon creates an aura of Reiatsu around a sword's length that allows it to completely negate wind resistance and absorb sound. As long as the technique is active, a sword covered with this technique makes no sound, whether it's being swung, or collides with another object, or even when it's being drawn; coated with this aura, the sword is completely silent at all times, muffling any sound it may make on contact. If mastered, this technique may be applied to other weapons.

How to use technique:
Wrap one's weapon in Reiatsu to completely muffle any sounds it may make.

Technique Drawbacks:
Per-post Reiatsu cost. No other drawbacks.

Made By: Z-Wolf

Reserved?: No



Technique Name: Entei (Dam)

Class: 4

Technique Type: Other

Usable By: Any Race

Technique Element: None

Technique Description and Effects:
Entei is the first of a number of sword techniques, but is a particularly potent one in its own right. By sheathing the sword, the user can start gathering Reiatsu within the sheath to surround and infuse their weapon, building up strength within it. Once it has built up, the user uses the gathered energy with a single slash, releasing the stored Reiatsu along with their weapon. Mechanically, this adds the stored Reiatsu to the user's attack for a single slash. This counts as a short-term stat alteration.

How to use technique:
Store Reiatsu in a sheathed sword, and release with a slash.

Technique Drawbacks:
First off, the technique's cost is not static; rather than having a set cost as a Class 4 technique, the cost of the technique is based on how much Reiatsu is put into it. The user can store any amount of Reiatsu in their sheathed weapon, up to an amount equal to their Reiatsu Strength or Spiritual Pressure, whichever is higher. Up to 250 Reiatsu per post may be put into a sheathed weapon, though less can be added. Any attempt to add Reiatsu higher than the user's Reiatsu Strength or Spiritual Pressure (whichever is higher) causes the sheath to break and the user's Reiatsu to explode outwards at point-blank range. Requires a 2 in Swords or higher to use.

Made By: Z-Wolf

Reserved?: No



Technique Name: Haku (Fade)

Class: 3

Technique Type: Other

Usable By: Any Race

Technique Element: None

Technique Description and Effects:
A technique embodying self-sacrifice, Haku is a technique in which the user sacrifices their weapon in order to protect themselves from an enemy's spiritual attack. This technique works by drawing Reiatsu into the weapon of choice, absorbing an attack entirely before the weapon is sheathed, further containing the foe's spiritual energy. Doing so creates enormous stress on the blade, however, and causes it to shatter, regardless of the technique or spiritual energy absorbed, and the weapon is lost.

Mechanically, this technique allows the user to absorb a single Reiatsu-based attack of double or less offensive stat to the user's, and funnel it into their weapon. The weapon then shatters, both attack and weapon lost. However, there is a catch to what can be absorbed; a weapon can only absorb an attack of equal or lesser Class to itself. A standard physical weapon would be considered Class 8 for the purposes of this absorption, while a standard non-Release spiritual weapon would be considered two Classes below the user. A weapon created by a non-Release technique would be considered of equal class to the technique, while a weapon created by a Release technique is considered of equal class to the current state of Release when it is summoned.

How to use technique:
Pour Reiatsu into one's weapon, and use it to contain a foe's Reiatsu for a brief moment before both weapon and attack are destroyed.

Technique Drawbacks:
Aside from cost, there are a few drawbacks to this. The first is the loss of a weapon, whether created via technique or previously owned. Naturally, the latter is a permanent loss, whether in a DE or NDE thread, while the former has its own drawbacks. If a weapon is created via a technique, it can be re-created, but at twice the cost of the technique. If a weapon is created via a Release technique, it can be re-created, but at twice the cost of the Release level used to summon it previously (i.e. if a Shikai technique is used during Bankai, it still costs twice the Bankai cost). After the first doubled cost, the technique's cost returns to normal unless Haku is used again. This also requires the user to have a 3 in the weapon used for this technique.

Made By: Z-Wolf

Reserved?: No

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{Kurayami Techniques}Technique Name: Kurayami: Kurohane (Darkness: Black Wing)

Technique Class: 3 - 80 TTP

Technique Type: Kurayami.

Usable By: Vizard.

Technique Element: Spirit.

Technique Cost: 300 Reiatsu/post.

Description: This technique takes a Vizard's dark spiritual energy and forms it into a pair of black wings that represents their spiritual presence. At base, they will always be five feet in length from shoulder to the wingtip. However, depending on the user's Spiritual Pressure, they will increase in length, gaining two feet in length for every 100 Spiritual Pressure they have. This does not count the bonus gained from the mask, instead using the user's base Spiritual Pressure (after type and rank bonuses, but before other bonuses) to determine the size. These wings have a durability equal to the user's current Spiritual Pressure with all bonuses, including mask, applied. They can be used defensively to block physical or spiritual strikes, though an offensive stat with superiority to the user's current Spiritual Pressure, even by one point, will immediately break through them. This technique also provides flight without air ground or any other support as long as it is active.

How to Use: First, the Vizard using this technique must have their mask active. From there, they gather their spiritual presence to them and form it into a pair of black wings, like a mantle, that can be moved with nothing but thought.

Incantation: N/A.

Drawbacks: This technique is a very durable one thanks to the mask bonuses, but it does have some limits. As with all Kurayami techniques, the user's Vizard Mask must be present. Second, this technique costs 300 Reiatsu per post to keep active. Though there is no set duration, this technique only lasts as long as the user's mask, vanishing when the mask is dismissed or wears off due to duration. Finally, should the wings be broken through even once, the user's Spiritual Pressure is immediately halved, and remains so until a period of significant rest–8 hours or more–is taken.

Made By: Zeich Yajuu.

Reserved?: No.



Technique Name: Kurayami: Kurotaigen [Darkness: Dark Manifest]

Class: 1

Technique Type: Other

Usable By: Vizard

Technique Element: Spirit

Technique Description and Effects:
A powerful technique, Kurotaigen takes its inspiration from the Shinigami technique Spiritual Projection. While a mastered Spiritual Projection allows one to summon a temporary form of their Zanpaktou spirit, or even Inner Hollows when used by a Vizard, Kurotaigen is a step beyond that. Not only does it manifest the user's Inner Hollow, but completely binds the Hollow to their will, allowing the user to control it without any risk of harm to themselves. Additionally, this dark figure is incredibly powerful as it inherits the user's total SP, but distributes it in a way that is more appropriate to the Hollow's fighting style. If mastered, it has a further benefit adding the bonus of a Hollow mask atop the creature's SP. In other words, this creates a powerful companion for combat, one that can have the powers of a Vizard's mask in addition to its own strength.

Kurotaigen also gives the manifested Hollow access to up to five of the user's non-Release techniques, chosen each time Kurotaigen is used. Kurotaigen or any techniques with requirements that are not met, such as a Vizard mask, cannot be gained. While the Hollow has these techniques, the user cannot access them himself, effectively splitting his combat ability with the summoned Hollow. Additionally, the Hollow has access to Shunpo—not Sonido, or any custom step techniques—without taking from the user's list of available techniques. The Inner Hollow has its own Reiatsu pool, one that is determined based on the stats distributed when this technique is learned.

When this technique is learned, the manifestation lasts for up to five posts or until the user's Vizard mask is dismissed. Until mastery, the manifested Hollow only has the user's base SP, which is distributed when this technique is learned. These stats are permanent, and can only change with SP total changes. Upon mastery, this technique lasts indefinitely as long as the user has their Vizard mask active, and the manifested Hollow's stats are doubled, as per the Vizard mask bonus. Note that the Inner Hollow shares the user's Type, and bonuses are chosen at technique creation as well, when stats are assigned.

How to use technique:
First, the Vizard using this technique must have their mask active. From there, they draw upon the dark Reiatsu within themselves, releasing it into a manifest form about them. The Inner Hollow, the dark creature within all Vizards, is summoned to the battlefield at this point, and can be controlled freely.

Technique Drawbacks
Though this technique creates a devastatingly powerful ally, it does have its drawbacks. First, its duration can never be longer than the duration of the user's Vizard Mask, meaning that this has a very limited potential for use throughout threads. Second, there is great risk in using this technique; if the Inner Hollow is defeated by dealing an incapacitating wound, one that would normally kill it, the manifestation is dispersed. However, the true penalty comes to the Vizard, who cannot access his mask or Release until a period of significant rest (8+ hours) is taken, as the Inner Hollow powers both. Finally, this comes with a cost of 300 Reiatsu per post.

Made By: Zeich Yajuu

Reserved?: No

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{Tsukikage's Stats (Kurotaigen)}

Fractured (Rank 3)

**Note that since Kurotaigen is mastered, the manifested Inner Hollow gains the bonuses of a Vizard Mask, meaning doubled physical, spiritual, and sensory stats.**

Strength - ([300] x 2) (600) Points

Speed - ([400] x 2) (800) Points

Spiritual Pressure – ([300 x 2] x 2) (1200) Points

Reiatsu Strength – ([200 x 0.5] x 2) (200) Points

Light Aura - [50] Points

Dark Aura - [50] Points

Instinct - ([250 x 1.75] x 2) (875) Points

Senses - ([300] x 2) (600) Points

Energy sensory - ([50 x 0.6] x 2) (60) Points

Healing Expertise - [0] (0) Points


Total SP: [1800] points

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{Other Customs}

Technique Name: Advanced Air Ground

Class: 7

Technique Type: Spiritual Technique

Technique Description and Effects:
This is a technique designed especially for breakdancing and parkour, utilizing a more advanced version of air ground. While in a terrain where air ground exists, the user can create more complex surfaces like air walls, air ceilings, air ledges and even an air push. This allows the user to perform handstands and windmills on air as if it were normal ground or even stand upside-down on air as if gravity was reversed. The air push makes the air ground very elastic so that the user can jump higher and allows for slight movement even when restrained by a bakudou.

For a reiatsu cost of 25, the user will be able to momentarily cast an "air ground" on areas such as soul society and heuco mundo, allowing the user to "double jump" or cast shunpo in midair. If this technique is mastered, the user will be able to create air grounds that last for as long as a post. This can be used in creative ways to improve acrobatics and visual impressiveness.

Drawback: No drawback.

Created By: Shiki Kanzaki

Reserved: No



Technique Name: Shunpo Karin

Class: 5

Technique Type: Kido

Technique Element: None

Technique Description and Effects:

The famous "partial Shunpo" technique. This allows the user to initiate a single movement at Shunpo speed with one limb. This cannot be used without initiating the forward momentum. The user will need to move their arm the way they normally would before this technique can be activated. Momentum for this technique cannot be controlled. This means once the user initiates this technique, they cannot stop their limb from the movement.

How to use technique: Stated above.

Drawback: Also stated above. Higher reiatsu cost than normal Shunpo. Limit is once per post. More stamina taxing than regular Shunpo.

Made by: [Admin]

Reserved?: [No]



Technique Name: Soulbind: Haiiro Yasei (Wild Gray)

Class: 4

Technique Type: Shinigami Technique

Usable By: Zeich only

Technique Element: Spirit

Technique Description and Effects:
Haiiro Yasei, despite its name, is a Soulbind that incorporates Zeich's Inner Hollow, Tsukikage, rather than his initial Zanpaktou spirit. This technique draws upon the dark creature's feral nature, and implants it into Zeich, drawing out a more reactive and wild form of combat. The theme of Zeich's Zanpaktou has always been suppression, and so it is here; suppressing his natural calm and analytical personality, layering Tsukikage's anger and aggression atop of it, the Vizard is able to act in a manner completely opposite to what one expects from him. This technique gives him an element of surprise and an air of unpredictability that can completely turn a battle on its head.

When activated, this technique completely coats Zeich in ash, changing his apparent physical features. His face is coated by a mask that seems to mirror his Vizard mask, though the jaws and eyes move just like a real wolf's. Long, pointed ears frame a narrow muzzle and the Vizard's normally golden eyes, making him look feral indeed. As an additional note, those eyes can now see, as they can when normally looking through the filter of Tsukikage's mask. Each hand is now tipped with foot-long razor-sharp claws that are reminiscent of his Kaijin Ken ability, each with durability equal to double his Spiritual Pressure. These claws are treated like an extension of his Zanpaktou, and have cutting power as appropriate. With Zeich's entire body covered in his Reiatsu-suppressing ash, he simply disappears from any form of Energy Sensory, no matter how strong; one can see him, but one can never sense his spiritual presence.

Finally, the greatest bonus of this technique is the reward of utter unpredictability. Because of his feral mindset while this technique is active, Zeich can attack at unusual angles and unexpected times. This unpredictability makes those who have grown accustomed to a pattern from Zeich completely lose track of the Vizard; mechanically, all Analysis skills that apply to Zeich or his attacks (Analysis, Battle Analysis, etc) are reduced by two tiers, unless Zeich is a higher Class than the foe, at which point they are reduced by three tiers. It's hard to predict something without a plan or course of action.

As with all Soulbinds, this technique has a duration equal to the current maximum length of the user’s Shikai release, with an additional five posts of duration if it is mastered. Its cost is also equal to half of the user’s current Shikai cost.

How to use technique:
To use this technique, the user quickly communes with their Zanpaktou Spirit, asking their permission to use it. If permission is granted, the user absorbs their Zanpaktou into their body, causing it to burn with a bright blue flame as it disintegrates away, the spiritual ash merging with their material form.

Technique Drawbacks
This technique has a fair number of drawbacks to balance out the bonuses given to it. For one, all forms of Analysis that Zeich has are reduced to 0, as are all ranks of Calm Mind. Additionally, his combat style is required to be far more aggressive; he cannot take posts in which he is idle, but instead must make at least some form of direct attack every post. Finally, all actions taken are at maximum speed, meaning that stamina can be burned rather quickly, especially since all techniques are still available and will be used offensively in order to take down a foe quickly.

In addition, the normal drawbacks of Soulbind apply: No Zanpaktou techniques can be used during Soulbind; only the overall ability is enabled. Also, no other stage of Release can be used for the Zanpaktou that Soulbind is active with. This also causes spiritual damage to both the user and the Zanpaktou; the user is literally consuming their own soul and making it perfectly align with their material bodies as well, which tears at and weakens the spirit. Excessive use of more than twice in a thread without extended rest will leave a Shinigami comatose or kill him.

Made By: Zeich Yajuu

Reserved: Yes



Technique Name: Ichi (One)

Technique Class: 4 - 40 TTP

Technique Type: General Shinigami.

Usable By: Shinigami, Vizard.

Technique Element: N/A.

Technique Cost: 150 Reiatsu.

Description: Aptly named, Ichi, also known as "Strike", is the first of the Numbers technique line. Working with their Zanpakuto Spirit, the Shinigami manifests an aura around their Zanpakuto, a ghostly, translucent aura that flickers and fades in and out. This lasts for five posts, and grants the Zanpakuto a special power for the duration of the technique. For the duration of the technique, either the striking speed doubles, or the striking strength doubles.

Additionally, while using this technique, the user is able to perceive their Spirit holding the Zanpakuto with the user, as a faded out image. No one else can perceive their Spirit, unless they have the required Energy Sensory to normally see one. Essentially, the Spirit wields the blade along with the technique user.

How to Use: Communicate with Spirit, work in tandem with it.

Incantation: N/A.

Drawbacks: Class Four Reiatsu cost. Depending on the Spirit, the relationship they have with their wielder, and their nature, the spirit in question may not choose to lend aid to the wielder. Physical and spiritual fatigue if they do help. Damage to the users arms, due to either the increased speed or increased strength, in the form of strained or sprained muscles, as well as possible overextending. Mastery of this technique lessens the damage done, as well as overextending, due to the user knowing how much strength/speed they have and are able to handle.

Made By: Taien Hadohou.

Reserved?: No.


Technique Name: Magokoro: Kisho (True Heart: Temper)

Technique Class: 3

Technique Type: Unique

Usable By: Zeich Yajuu only

Technique Element: Spirit

Technique Cost:
100 Reiatsu per post. 400 Reiatsu to activate the tripling.

Description:
The Magokoro line of techniques was born when Tsukikage was able to align himself with Zeich’s soul enough that he could take the place of the Polaris, the spirit he had consumed. With this alignment, he has become able to feed upon his host’s excessive emotions, which can then be channeled in various ways to strengthen the Inner Hollow. These can only be used when Tsukikage is in control of Zeich’s body, or when he is manifested physically.

Magokoro: Kisho focuses on Zeich’s anger, whether it be born of fury, irritation, or frustration. When Tsukikage absorbs these feelings, his strength increases immensely, allowing him to strike with increased intensity. As long as this technique is active, either Zeich or Tsukikage’s Offensive Stat is increased by 50%, depending on if it is a possession or if Tsukikage is manifested. At any point, however, it can be ended forcibly to triple that Offensive Stat instead for a single post, at an additional cost.

How to Use:
Channel anger, and feed it into Tsukikage.

Drawbacks:
With all Magokoro techniques, they can only be used in specific conditions. Either Haiiro Yasei or Zeich’s Vizard Mask must be active for Tsukikage to possess his body, or Tsukikage must be manifested physically via techniques like Spiritual Projection or Kurayami: Kurotaigen. Additionally, only one Magokoro technique can be active at a time.

While there are no drawbacks to the base form of the technique, using the forced tripling consumes all of Zeich’s anger in order to release it as a massive burst of strength. After using it, this technique ends, and requires three posts of cooldown before the strength of Zeich’s anger is restored.

Made By: Zeich Yajuu

Reserved?: Yes



Technique Name: Magokoro: Shizukesa (True Heart: Tranquility)

Technique Class: 3

Technique Type: Unique

Usable By: Zeich Yajuu only

Technique Element: Spirit / Mental

Technique Cost: 100 Reiatsu per post

Description:
The Magokoro line of techniques was born when Tsukikage was able to align himself with Zeich’s soul enough that he could take the place of the Polaris, the spirit he had consumed. With this alignment, he has become able to feed upon his host’s excessive emotions, which can then be channeled in various ways to strengthen the Inner Hollow. These can only be used when Tsukikage is in control of Zeich’s body, or when he is manifested physically.

Magokoro: Shizukesa focuses on calm and tranquility, an emotional state of its own. By feeding this calm into Tsukikage, Zeich can not only rein in the Hollow’s temper and bloodlust, but can also help shake off negative afflictions from outside sources. While this technique is active, Tsukikage and Zeich combine their relevant OS for the sake of fighting off or resisting outside influences that would alter emotional or mental states. This may include fear, confusion, and anger, while also fighting off effects such as mind control or abilities that would reduce mental Skills like Calm Mind, Lack of Fear, or Strength of Will.

Tsukikage’s stats for the sake of this technique vary based on his current state: if he is possessing Zeich or summoned via Spiritual Projection, he mirrors Zeich’s stats, as per the technique. Essentially, this allows a possessed Zeich or Tsukikage summoned via Spiritual Projection to double the stat used to determine resistance against appropriate effects. If he is summoned via Kurayami: Kurotaigen, he uses the stats that were assigned to him at the creation of the technique. This combined stat affects nothing but resistance; increased Spiritual Pressure will not affect Reiatsu amounts, nor will it allow more damage to be done with appropriate attacks.

How to Use:
Channel calm, and feed it into Tsukikage.

Drawbacks:
With all Magokoro techniques, they can only be used in specific conditions. Zeich’s Vizard Mask must be active for Tsukikage to possess his body, or Tsukikage must be manifested physically via techniques like Spiritual Projection or Kurayami: Kurotaigen. Additionally, only one Magokoro technique can be active at a time.

Additionally, this technique can only last as many posts as Zeich has ranks in Calm Mind. Further, at the end of this technique, his Calm Mind is reduced by 1 for each post this technique was active, and will recover at 1 rank for each post that passes after the technique ends, starting at the end of the post after he ends it and increasing at the end of each subsequent post.

Made By: Zeich Yajuu

Reserved?: Yes



Technique Name: Magokoro: Shin’nen (True Heart: Conviction)

Technique Class: 2

Technique Type: Unique

Usable By: Zeich Yajuu only

Technique Element: Spirit

Technique Cost:

Description:
The Magokoro line of techniques was born when Tsukikage was able to align himself with Zeich’s soul enough that he could take the place of the Polaris, the spirit he had consumed. With this alignment, he has become able to feed upon his host’s excessive emotions, which can then be channeled in various ways to strengthen the Inner Hollow. These can only be used when Tsukikage is in control of Zeich’s body, or when he is manifested physically.

Magokoro: Shin’nen is built on Zeich’s self-confidence and conviction in the path that he chooses to walk. Granting this confidence unto Tsukikage allows the Hollow to reach the pinnacle of his fighting ability, allowing nothing to stop him or stand in his way. Mechanically, the effects of this technique activate when a clash between two opposing forces occurs, such as an attack on a skin defense, or two attacks struggling for dominance. Zeich’s Strength of Will strengthens Tsukikage’s attacks in this situation, comparing it to his opponent’s own willpower. If Zeich’s Strength of Will is higher by 1, then the opposing force in the clash has its effective OS decreased by 10%. At a two-rank advantage, the opposing force is decreased by 25%, and at a three-rank advantage, the opposing force is decreased by 50%. If a four-rank advantage exists, then Tsukikage’s strike will automatically win except in a two-class difference. This is only for determining the results of a clash, and does not affect anything else.

This technique costs 200 Reiatsu per post to activate and maintain.

How to Use:
Channel conviction, and feed it into Tsukikage.

Drawbacks:
With all Magokoro techniques, they can only be used in specific conditions. Either Haiiro Yasei or Zeich’s Vizard Mask must be active for Tsukikage to possess his body, or Tsukikage must be manifested physically via techniques like Spiritual Projection or Kurayami: Kurotaigen. Additionally, only one Magokoro technique can be active at a time.

Additionally, with each post that this is active, Zeich’s Strength of Will is reduced by 1, all the way to a minimum of 0. Once this technique is deactivated, Zeich’s Strength of Will will be restored by 1 per post, up until its current maximum, starting at the end of the post after he ends it and increasing at the end of each subsequent post.

Made By: Zeich Yajuu

Reserved?: Yes



Technique Name: Ni (Two)

Technique Class: 3 - 80 TTP

Technique Type: General Shinigami.

Usable By: Shinigami, Vizard.

Technique Element: N/A.

Technique Cost: 400 Reiatsu.

Description: Ni, also known as "Divide", is a technique that pools together the Zanpakuto Spirit's Reiatsu, as well as the Shinigami's Reiatsu, to form a powerful counter to Reiatsu based attacks. From within the user's Zanpakuto, Reiatsu wells up and coats the blade. This forms the 'first' coat. The Reiatsu from the user pools around this first layer, forming a second layer over the blade, which takes the form of whatever the user's flexed Reiatsu looks like, creating a dual-color Reiatsu over the Zanpakuto.

Upon contact with a Reiatsu based attack, the first layer activates, cutting into and repelling the technique in half, depending on the size. The second layer closely follows the first behind, a sharpened blade of Reiatsu that travels in the direction of the person who used the first technique. This blade will continue to cut through the opposing Reiatsu based technique if it isn't cut apart by the first layer, and has limited seeking properties to track the individual that used the opposing technique. This works best on beam-type attacks, such as Cero, and could be thought of as a counter to Cero-type techniques.

Due to the nature of this technique, the user's Offensive Stat, instead of simply Reiatsu Strength, is used to determine the power of this technique. This power can be utilized on techniques up to 1.5x the user's Offensive Stat.

How to Use: Communicate with Spirit, work in tandem with it, use Reiatsu.

Incantation: N/A.

Drawbacks: Class Three Reiatsu cost. Depending on the Spirit, the relationship they have with their wielder, and their nature, the spirit in question may not choose to lend aid to the wielder. Physical and spiritual fatigue if they do help. This technique tires out the Spirit, increasing the cost of Releasing by 50% the next time the user releases. Increases the cost of non-release techniques by 25% for the next three posts. Despite being able to be used on stronger techniques, this technique does not prevent the Zanpakuto from taking damage from these techniques, and will damage the Zanpakuto each time it is used. If the Zanpakuto is broken during usage, this technique does not work.

Made By: Taien Hadohou.

Reserved?: No.



Technique Name: Anima no Saji (Anima Surge)

Class: 2

Technique Type: Spiritual Technique

Usable By: Any

Technique Element: Spirit

Technique Description and Effects:
Cutback is a deadly consequence of attacking those with an exceptionally dense and powerful spirit, and though it is normally limited to a few races, the weaponized version of it is not. This technique takes the concept of a dense spirit clashing and creating an opposing reaction, and turns it into an attack. By sending their spiritual energy flooding into a target in a wave, the user makes that clash of spirits happen repeatedly, their Reiatsu crashing against that of their opponent’s in a series of opposing reactions that are devastating to the victim. Once the technique is triggered within the opponent, the area of the body that is struck will be hit with the effects of cutback, with the normal amount of damage determined by the difference between the user’s Spiritual Pressure and the opponent’s. Instead of only affecting limbs, however, this damage is done to the area of the body located, making it a deadly attack from those with exceptionally strong spirits.

How to use technique:
The user strikes at a foe, and then channels their Reiatsu through the area hit.

Technique Drawbacks
Aside from a hefty cost of 400 Reiatsu per use, this technique also requires direct physical contact with a foe. A weapon will not suffice, though clothing or armor such as gloves and gauntlets will not prevent this technique from activating. This contact must be initiated by the user as an attack; this technique cannot be used upon being struck by an opponent, only when the user is the one initiating the strike. Hierro and Blut can block this as long as the defender’s Reiatsu Strength is superior to the attacker’s Spiritual Pressure. Additionally, if the opponent has superior Spiritual Pressure, then the effects of cutback are not only reversed onto the user at the point of impact, but are inflicted as though the gap between the user's Spiritual Pressure and that of their opponent's is doubled. Finally, for the post after this technique is used, the user cannot inflict cutback normally on opponents.

Made By: Zeich Yajuu

Reserved: Yes



Technique Name: Spiritual Projection

Class: 2

Technique Type: Special Kidou

Technique Description and Effects:
Spiritual Projection is a technique that creates an object that is spiritually connected to the user's zanpakutou. As a result, the durability of this object is nearly the same as the sealed state of the user's zanpakutou and carries the same unique properties as the sealed state. For example, if the sealed state has the unique property of glowing in the dark, then this object will glow in the dark too. Unfortunately, this object does not have a "release" but one can create all sorts of weapons to attack, be it a sword, axe, firearm or even explosive. When this technique is mastered, the user can use this ability to temporarily summon one's zanpakutou spirit. This way, people can interact with the zanpakutou spirit in the real world, which can be kind of cool. The zanpakutou spirit possesses the same exact stats as the user and disappears when the user wills its end or gets killed in the real world.

Drawback:
The more advanced the weapon, the longer it takes and the more difficult it is to create. The user would have to imagine the structure of the object and trace it into reality. It is much easier to trace copies of an object that the user has already seen than to create something from scratch so keep that in mind. For example, if the user has never seen a gun before, it will be nearly impossible to for the user to create one with this technique. Each weapon has a different type of reiatsu cost to create. A knife costs 25 reiatsu. A sword, axe or spear costs 50 reiatsu. A firearm costs 100 reiatsu. A grenade costs 150 reiatsu. A rocket launcher costs 200 reiatsu. A car or vehicle costs 250 reiatsu. A plane or helicopter costs 300 reiatsu. A zanpakutou spirit costs 400 reiatsu. An inner hollow costs 600 reiatsu.

There are drawbacks to projecting a Zanpakutou Spirit or an Inner Hollow. First off, the Inner Hollow only has the same stats as the user, is only accessible to Vizards and will not hesitate to attack the user. It is not the smartest idea. Second of all, Zanpakutou Spirits have their own will, personality and ideals that they follow. In other words, a passive and peaceful Zanpakutou Spirit will not be likely to help the user fight an opponent if he or she disapproves. Some Zanpakutou Spirits are purely social characters, which are only useful in everyday life situations. Lastly, if a summoned Zanpakutou Spirit uses reiatsu, that amount is automatically deducted off of the user's total reiatsu.

When the projected Zanpakutou Spirit is killed in the real world, it will severely impair the the user's Zanpakutou ability. As a result, the user's shikai and bankai duration will be cut in half (i.e. 10 posts will be 5). Also, the user will not be able to re-project the Zanpakutou Spirit is completely restored. Restoration cool down time takes about an hour in game time.

Created By: Shiki Kanzaki

[Zeich Yajuu]

-History-

Birthplace: Sacramento, CA

Current Residence: Seireitei, Squad 7 Barracks

Memorable Figures:

• Pierot Fieltas – Zeich's father, a role model for the boy growing up. He disappeared one day, and his body was found years later, a victim of murder. His disappearance was what caused Zeich to become very introverted, unwilling to speak to those around him.
• Marion Fieltas – Zeich's mother, who cared for him after her husband was killed. Times were tough, but she did the best she could for her son. However, her death had far more for Zeich; being forced to choose between her life and his own, the boy was left to a decision that would affect his views of the world from then on.
• Dracos – Leader of the Black Dragons, Dracos was a man who desired money and power, and gained both through the careful manipulation of a wide-spread force. It was this man's cruelty that led to Zeich's death.

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{Chapter 1: Life – Early Years}The beginning of Zeich’s life isn’t very noteworthy or important; as a child, naturally not much occurred, and he didn’t make much of an impact on the world. Born with the name Zeich Fieltas, he was a rather ordinary young man, doing nothing to draw attention to himself in the first fourteen years of his life. He was an average student, getting Bs and never aspiring higher; he was an average child, enjoying his free time and luxury, never once worrying about the big picture when entertainment and enjoyment were right there before him. If his life weren’t altered so horrifically by upcoming events, then Zeich might have had a chance at a normal, peaceful life.

But that was not to be. At the age of 14, Zeich came home early from school to find two unknown cars parked in front of his home. His father, Pierot Fieltas, occasionally had clients visit as part of his business with the bank, and as a result he treated it like any other visit. Slipping in quietly, the young man had planned to head up to his room without disturbing his father during his business. This time was no different to Zeich, who never understood what they were talking about anyway, but for some reason he found himself listening anyway, interested in listening to his father at work anyway. Zeich really looked up to the man.

Of course, that was the beginning of a change in the young man’s life, as he heard things he had never once expected to hear. At first it seemed innocuous enough, as one of the two men—Zeich never looked into the study that his father used as an office, but he could recognize the voices as male—began discussing “urgent business.” It didn’t alarm Zeich at all, as his father often handled a crisis from time to time, and so he started to turn and leave. But then voices were raised in anger, drawing the young man’s attention once more. Quietly he moved up to the door again, which was opened a crack, and started listening even more closely.

Unfortunately, he only caught the tail end of the conversation. “You either finish the job, or pay the sum in exchange. If not, then…” Apparently the man made a gesture of some sorts, and Zeich heard a thump against leather; someone had slumped down into a seat. A few more words were exchanged, the voices soft and hard to make out, but the gist of it was that some sort of deadline was set. At the sound of footsteps, the young man quickly hurried towards the stairs at the end of the hallway, trying to avoid being caught eavesdropping. He was halfway up when the door opened with a loud creak, and two older men stepped out from the study.

Despite trying to avoid notice, Zeich couldn’t help but stop and examine the two of them. The first was a tall and lithe man with jet-black hair streaked with red, wearing a long blazer and slacks. Two studded earrings were visible in the man’s left ear, and another two studs emerged from his lip. His companion was much larger, bald with dark skin, and his eyes were hidden behind a pair of shades. But what stood out most was a pair of tattoos, one on each man; both were partially obscured as the lean man had it running up the side of his neck while the darker man had it visible on a partially-exposed arm, but the tattoo was twisting and sinuous, like a snake.

The two exchanged a look at seeing Zeich on the stairs, as if coming to a decision, but the boy made it for them, turning and quickly running up to his room and closing the door behind him. For some reason, the two men scared him, and he found himself shaking as he locked the bedroom door behind him. It wasn’t just the look of the two, as his father had dealt with rough types before. However, Zeich found himself intimidated just by that last look the two had exchanged, as if they were deciding whether or not the boy had heard something. The atmosphere around them had been terrifying, and the boy found himself shivering, hoping that the men would just leave and never come back.

The rest of the evening was quiet, and the men had indeed left without another word. Zeich finished his homework and came down to see his father and ask him if they were going out. The man was still in his study, however, and when Zeich tried to go in and see his father, he found the door locked. This was an unusual situation, as Pierot had an open-door policy with his family; should they wish to see him when he didn’t have clients, they were more than welcome into his study. That he had locked the door and wouldn’t even come out to eat was strange, and Zeich found himself worried about his father.

Three days passed, and though Pierot came out of his office late that first evening, he had a haunted look about his eyes. The man seemed quiet, out of sorts, and turned away clients. His wife, Clara, seemed to know what was going on but said nothing. The only way Zeich knew something was going on between his parents was due to the looks they exchanged; his father’s eyes were full of fear and pleading forgiveness, while his mother accepted and understood. Zeich was left in the dark, but he left it be, confident that his parents would handle it. They were adults, and they knew what they were doing.

At the end of the third day, however, Zeich came home to find his father’s car missing from the driveway. This wasn’t a cause for alarm normally; though Pierot kept his office at home, the older man often went out as part of his work when it was necessary for an unwell client. What was alarming, however, was that the front door had been unlocked. That was an unusual sign, since the man always locked the house due to the confidential bank statements he kept in his study. Concerned, Zeich had stepped into his home and looked around, but nothing immediately seemed out of place… until he came to his father’s study.

The study door, which was normally closed but left unlocked, was thrown open, halfway off of its hinges. Inside, papers were strewn everywhere, cabinets had been overturned, and the desk drawers were thrown across the room. It looked like a hurricane had blown through that one room, but if it was, it was a hurricane that had been human-born. Zeich had looked around in horror for all of a minute before running to call the police and then his mother. Officers were dispatched to the scene, and soon a full investigation was underway. The police checked for blood, fingerprints, and any other available clues, but aside from the missing car there were no leads. Nothing had been taken from the office, according to the preliminary inspection, and there were no traces left behind. Whoever had broken in had done so in a manner that was unnaturally skilled, maybe even professional. The case was deemed a break and entry with a second charge of possible kidnapping. A police team was assigned to watch the house in case of a second attempt and to watch over the family while a squad was set on the trail of the investigation.

Two months passed, but the investigation only led to dead ends. Pierot remained missing, and no clues had come up regarding his disappearance. Zeich’s home life changed drastically; without his father around, the young man found himself fearful. Even as a teen, he had looked up to his father as that invincible figure, that man who couldn’t be beaten. However, that illusion had been shattered, and now Zeich realized just how cruel the world was. He began to withdraw, to hide from people. The young man was afraid, putting up wall after wall to prevent anyone from coming close enough to threaten the little stability he felt he had in his life.

Another month passed, and with it came bad news: Pierot had finally been found. The man’s body had been located in a large dump, buried under at least two months’ worth of trash. It had been sheer luck that it had been found as a pile had collapsed, revealing the decaying remains. An autopsy had been performed to determine the cause of death, and the results that came back suggested it was due to several large stab wounds that had barely been identified along the spine and sides, causing severe internal damage and bleeding. However, there were also signs of heavy bruising and crushed bones in the left arm and two of the ribs; it was possible that these were signs of beating, but there was also the possibility that the damage had been done from the weight of the trash that had been dumped atop the corpse.

Zeich hadn’t been told the results of the autopsy, but just knowing his father was dead confirmed his fears of the world about him, and as a result he became even more withdrawn. He no longer spoke to anyone, and in fact isolated himself from the people around him. The only person that wasn’t blocked off was his mother; only the family bond between the two of them kept Zeich’s fear at bay. He trusted in her explicitly, and to an extent, some form of stability was brought about in his mind.

Unfortunately, life became hard; with Pierot as their main means of financial support, the two of them found that their money was running short quickly. Most of the life insurance from the man’s death had gone towards his funeral and towards what bills they could afford to cover; after that, they fell on difficult times. Zeich dropped out of high school—he had been doing well, keeping a B average—in order to hold a full-time job along with his mother, the two of them working hard to keep themselves afloat. Much to their dismay, their situation continued to deteriorate, and soon they found themselves starting to build up debt.

Zeich’s despair grew daily, and for a while he wondered if there was anything he could do to fix their situation. Then the answer came to him, in the form of a tattooed man.

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{Chapter 2: Life – The Black Dragons}Two years passed, and Zeich turned sixteen. The young man had become even more withdrawn as time had passed, to the point he didn’t even talk to his mother much. Clara was too busy to pay attention to it anyway; working two jobs, she was barely making ends meet due to hours constantly being cut. Zeich didn’t mind, being busy with a job of his own. The young man had changed over the last year, becoming more timid, more anxious, and unwilling to associate with anyone. As a result he had a hard time holding a job, finding difficulty in the interviews alone. Anything that required him to run customer service didn’t go well either, and as a result he ended up working warehouse jobs, lifting and running the forklifts so that he didn’t have to do more than follow the orders he was given.

One day, Zeich was accosted on his way to work by a man of indeterminable age. Walking across the parking lot to his work, the young man noticed another male standing off to the side as if he were waiting someone. Even at a first glance this individual was unusual; his whole body seemed to be tattooed. A shaved head was covered by a coiling, thorned vine that capped in the center of his head, while similar vines bearing twisted roses extended down his arm. The man stepped forward as Zeich approached, causing the young man to become afraid again; immediately Zeich turned, trying to go around him and avoid an encounter with this stranger.

The man stopped him, however. “Stop, kid. I need to talk to you.” Zeich tried to avoid him, panicking slightly, but the stranger moved to intercept him and grabbed his wrist. “It’s rude to ignore people, kid. Especially people like me.”

Zeich froze at the man’s dangerous tone, quivering slightly, which seemed to be enough for the man to continue speaking. “I came to extend an invitation, kid. My boss… looks out for people like you, people who are desperate. We take them in as family, and we are offering that support to you.” At Zeich’s disbelieving look, the man smiled coldly. “Let me put it this way; at this rate, you and your mother are going to find yourselves in poverty quickly. If you join us, you two will live comfortably. You will work for us, and we will care for your mother; you know how overworked she is, and we can make that all go away.”

The young man frowned, but didn’t say anything, considering the options. The tattooed man waited patiently, watching Zeich’s every expression as if trying to determine the answer before he gave it. Finally, Zeich made his decision. “What… what kind of job?”

“Nothing unusual, just running errands for us at first. As you get more experience, we’ll give you harder jobs to earn your living a bit better. How does that sound?” The man held out his hand with a smile, but again it wasn’t a friendly expression. Zeich hesitated once more, but after a moment he took the offered hand and shook it slowly. The deal was struck.

Zeich was immediately escorted to his new work, and his tattooed companion informed him that the young man’s new boss would handle the transition from his old company to the new one. The two of them made their way into the downtown area of the city, where Zeich never been on his own; he had lived on the outskirts his whole life and had only been downtown when his parents had taken him as a younger child. As a result he was immediately lost and disoriented, no longer sure of where they were going and how to get there when he was expected to report to work daily. Zeich figured he’d be given an address or something at the end, but still he found himself becoming worried once more. Something about the whole situation seemed odd, besides the obvious matter of being approached by a complete stranger.

The two of them arrived at a building that looked like it once might have been a hotel, but had since been renovated. There was no sign to denote the business’s name; it was just a simple brick building now. The two of them entered, and Zeich’s tattooed companion was waved in by the single man standing outside—a security guard, maybe? Soon the two of them were on an elevator and moving up towards the fifteenth floor, the top of the building. Zeich started to feel claustrophobic in addition to his confusion, but his companion didn’t seem to notice. The trip was spent in silence; Zeich found himself timid and unwilling to speak, and the man who had “recruited” him had nothing to say.

Soon they arrived at the top floor, and here the renovations were most obvious. The floors were heavily carpeted, and the walls were covered in fresh paint and decorated with a few hangings. The hallway had several rooms branching off of it, but at the end was a large door with two men standing outside it. This time, when Zeich and his escort approached, they were stopped rather than let through immediately. Zeich’s companion gave his name as “Ink,” and said that they had a meeting with someone named “Dracos.” The two of them were examined, patted down—Ink apparently had a knife tucked into a hidden pocket of one sleeve—and then one of the two guards went back to check on their appointment.

Soon the two were let in, apparently expected. Zeich followed Ink into the room without a word, still unsure of what was going on. Who was this Dracos, to be so well guarded? What was his role, and what was the job he expected of Zeich? There were plenty of questions, but no answers, and the young man felt as if he was being suffocated by his fears. Still he followed; the only thing that kept him from stopping and panicking was the fact that this new job was for the sake of his mother, the only person whom he respected and trusted. With that in mind he kept putting one foot in front of the other, even if every step was quivering and laden with terror.

The door led into what seemed to be a large living room, complete with three padded couches arranged around a long table. On one of the couches sat an older man, and he was alone. Long, silvery hair pooled down his shoulders, but was neatly brushed back, while his outfit was expensive, almost regal; just the coat alone would have been worth a fortune with all of the ornamentation on it, and the man had a full suit to match its extravagance. Rings glittered on the older man’s fingers, each set with a different gemstone, while a pair of golden earrings shone from the man’s left ear.

Ink immediately bowed upon spotting the man, an unusual gesture from the rough-cut man. Zeich, confused, did nothing at first until Ink grabbed his shoulder and dragged him into an awkward bow as well. After a moment, a thin but powerful voice came. “You may stop now, Ink. He doesn’t understand, so I don’t expect the formalities from him.”

“Yes, sir.” Who was this man that commanded such respect from a thug-like man such as Ink? Zeich found himself instantly drawn into curiosity, and the veils of fear that had wrapped around him for so long parted momentarily, cut apart by his wonder.

“Zeich Fieltas, age 16.” The man spoke, intoning as if he was reading from a page, yet there was nothing before him. Clearly this older male had committed the information to memory, which was a bit unsettling; Zeich’s fears rose back up again, but he managed to keep himself steady. “Son of Pierot Fieltas, murdered two years ago. Since then you have fallen on hard times. I have contacts within the debt agencies who have informed me of your troubling situation, and as part of my benevolence—” Strangely enough there was no sarcasm or pride within that last statement, “—I have decided to take you into my family here. You will perform simple tasks, earn a living, and I will assume your debts. I can assure you that they will be taken care of posthaste. I have need of more hands, and I prefer to hire those who are most in need.” There was a strange shift in the man’s tone at the word “hire,” but Zeich couldn’t tell what it meant.

The man stood. “I will give this offer but once, Zeich. If you choose to work for me, you will benefit in the long run. I will train you, remake you into a stronger and more confident person, and give you a place in the world. However, in exchange I expect complete loyalty. Thus I ask you now to consider this offer and what is required of you; loyalty is not easy to give, especially not wholly. Should you choose to accept, understand that the punishment for disobedience is harsh. Should you choose to accept, know that you are a part of this family forever. But should you accept, also know that every one of your worries will be met and banished forever, and that you will live comfortably. Your mother will as well, and will never have to work another day in her life.”

“Now look into your heart, boy, and decide.”

Zeich spoke, the first time he had done so since he had been apprehended by Ink. His voice trembled, his body shook, but he stood tall and gave his word. “I accept.”

The older man smiled, and while it lacked the warmth that the expression normally would have, it was enough for Zeich to know that his new employer was pleased. Standing, the older man offered his newest recruit a ring-encircled hand. “Welcome to the Black Dragons, Zeich. I am Dracos, and I lead this family. You will find your place here, soon enough…”

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{Chapter 3: Servitude}The first year of service was exactly as Dracos said it would be; Zeich's tasks were indeed simple, often involving deliveries of messages or small packages. The boy's difficulties did not emerge in this time, as he was never required to interact with those whom he made deliveries to. Smaller boxes were just handed off, no questions asked, while larger ones were placed at points specified in the delivery requests. Each day had anywhere from five to ten deliveries, often placed all around town, but with some strategic planning it was never hard to make a day's rounds.

Zeich still attended school, but he didn't socialize or make friends; he got the education he was expected to have, and left it at that. With no intention of going to college or doing much beyond getting his degree, the boy found it difficult to keep his attention on his classes. Eventually, at the end of the semester, he decided to drop out. Classes wouldn't do him any good when he already had a steady job, and with more time on his hands, he could perform more tasks. Approaching his boss had been difficult, but eventually the boy managed to communicate that he wanted to work full-time. The man had been surprised at the request, yet it had been accepted readily.

The boy's duties picked up from that point. Not only was he in charge of delivery, but also worked on pickups as well. Most of the pickups were done as part of a night shift, which was why they were excluded from his previous duties; before, Zeich had a curfew he had set in order to get enough sleep for classes the next day, and would work from when he got out of school until his job was finished for the day. Now, without the restrictions of a sleep schedule, the boy was more than willing to take the overnight shifts, believing that it would bring extra income and allow for greater quality of living for his mother. As long as Zeich worked hard, his mother would be taken care of without having to work herself.

For six months, the routines continued as usual. Zeich became familiar with many of the places he delivered packages too, and became mildly acquainted with those who dropped parcels off for him to retrieve. Many of those involved were questionable types, but Zeich chose to ignore their crude demeanor; he had a job to do, and that was it. He would take what was given to him, give a nod or two at the usual request to ensure the package got to his boss in one piece, and then leave. Things were routine; to many, it might have been boring, but Zeich just trudged through it, doing the same job day in and day out. It was what he had to do, and it limited how much he had to interact with the world. He had his role.

Time passed, and Zeich had turned eighteen at some point. Deliveries and pickups had been the entirety of his job during this time, though as he grew older, the packages seemed to change. Innocuous boxes had been replaced with more suspicious looking materials, odd shapes and strange sounds now passing to hands that the young man had become familiar with. The various recipients had learned to recognize him by sight, and only rarely was he searched or held up before being allowed to make his deliveries. By now, three years into his current “life”, Zeich had long since figured out that he was working with something akin to a minor mafia, if it could be called that. Yet it did not concern him, so long as it did not interfere with the deal he had struck. He would do his job, and the Black Dragons would care for him and his mother.

Silence and acceptance developed into a pragmatic mindset for Zeich, one that led him to do what he believed was necessary for the goal he desired. He did not care when, only an hour after making a delivery to one group, a warehouse was destroyed in an explosion. Four deaths were reported, along with several major injuries, yet he was still alive, which was what mattered. The boy retreated into the same justification each time: “It's necessary to survive.” What was right and wrong meant little to one who had delved into both the black and white, finding nothing but an infinite canvas of gray. He did what he had to, no more.

This did not bypass observation, and soon, Zeich found himself summoned before Dracos once more. Unlike the first time, the boy bowed automatically, just as his escort had; it was an instinct to do what he had to in order to survive. Pride meant nothing, not when he had his goal in mind. Dracos had noticed this with a smile, leading in to the purpose of this visit. With no subtlety, he asked Zeich directly if the boy knew what he was working for, and to speak clearly. Zeich's answer was simple: He was working for a mafia group whose goals he cared little for; generally, they revolved around theft, destruction, and extortion. His own goal had been the delivery of many illegal substances ranging from drugs to weapons, though these deliveries had only started recently, with prior ones being more innocent items to test his resolve.

Dracos did not deny Zeich's summary of their activities, nor of the boy's own role in things, and commended him for his observations and practical decisions. An offer was made: Zeich could take on a higher role within the organization, one that would offer him greater comfort and luxury, but at the cost of harder, and often more morally suspect work. The boy didn't have to think long on this; more money and more comfort, in his head, meant that he could care for his mother more easily. If he had to stoop to worse acts—and he could only imagine that he'd be involving himself more directly than simply making deliveries when it came to the acts that the Black Dragons committed—then so be it. A job was a job, and it accomplished what he hoped to do.

However, there was a single requirement before he would be allowed to take this position. Zeich was told that he would simply have to kill someone, to get his hands dirty, before he could be allowed to take such a high-trust position. Furthermore, he would not be told the target's identity until they met face-to-face; this was an execution, not an assassination, so there was no need for him to know in advance. And if he failed, or was unable to kill the individual indicated... then his own life was forfeit, and he would be killed in the other's place. The boy hesitated there, but only for a moment; he was pragmatic enough to understand what was being asked of him. He had to prove that he was willing to go to these lengths in order to earn the organization's trust. After a few minutes of consideration, Zeich accepted, and the deal was struck. His life was now on the line.

Zeich was led to another room in the building, one that was securely locked with a guard standing outside. Verification was given, and the boy was handed a gun before being shoved inside with his escort, Ink, entering behind him. The door was locked, and the two were left in the room with the intended victim. A woman at atop a worn-looking couch, bound by a rope secured tightly around her body, and a gag keeping her from speaking. She looked tired, ragged, and resigned, days of terror drawing dark rings under her eyes. Yet as she looked up and saw Zeich approaching, her eyes widened in horror, and she began to tremble.

“...Mom...”

It was Zeich's mother who lay there before him, trembling, eyes on the gun in his hands. Suddenly Zeich realized what a cruel trick was being played on him; in order to prove his loyalty, he was expected to kill his own mother, the person he had hoped to provide for. Yet if he didn't, his own life was on the line; he had made the agreement knowing that he would be killed, if he refused. Yet what a choice he was given; kill the person he had been willing to go to such lengths for, or die, and leave her without support. Dracos was cruel indeed, and had likely set this up knowing what a difficult decision it was. Would Zeich be cold enough to do what he had to in order to survive, or would he cave in, proving he was took weak for the job requested?

In the end, however, even Zeich's practical nature could not allow him to hurt the one person he actually cared about. Turning, the gun came up as he went to shoot Ink in the head, intending to kill the man with a bullet between the eyes before he had a chance to respond. Zeich wasn't sure what he was doing, didn't have a plan for if guards came, didn't have a means of escape; he simply reacted, and attempted to take down at least one of his enemies. The gun came up, the trigger was pulled... yet nothing happened, an empty click filling the air. Ink smiled, and grabbed Zeich's arm, twisting it behind the boy's back, forcing him down onto his knees. Guards came into the room at the sound of the commotion, surrounding him. He was dragged out of the room, leaving his mother alone with several men, all of which looked cruelly eager.

The door shut behind him, and all Zeich could hear were the screams...

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{Chapter 4: Shadows of Death}Zeich was confined in a small room, much like a cell, for the next two weeks. In this time, he was barely fed, and aside from that he was practically forgotten. The hours moved by so slowly as he sat in that cell, staring out the barred window. It was pointless to try crying out; Zeich had spent most of the first day doing so, and now his throat was cracked and dry. He barely received enough water to be left alive, and so his voice began to fade, making it hard to speak above a whisper. Why he was being kept alive, he could not figure out, but he expected that there was far worse for him when his confinement was done. Perhaps this was torture before execution? Who knew, but as far as he could guess, he was as good as dead.

That looming dread that flowed over him became stronger as the days went by. The room seemed almost tangibly dark even in the middle of the day, a presence filling it that Zeich could barely begin to describe. But it felt evil, oppressive, and suffocating; near the end of the first week, breathing felt hard despite the room being completely clear. He constantly felt dizzy, sickened, and as time flowed into the second week, he spent more and more time on the small wooden cot that served as his bed, curled up in a ball and trying to block out the darkness filling the room. Eighteen years old, yet he lay there like a frightened child, terrified of the gloom pervading the room.

What lay there in the darkness? What sat in wait? Each day, Zeich could feel himself slipping further into the growing delusions of oppressive fear. He thought he could see golden eyes against a backdrop of black, yet blinking would clear his vision and leave nothing but empty air behind. He could feel hot breath running down his neck, yet there was nothing but the phantoms his head seemed to be conjuring. What madness overtook man in the moments before death? Zeich wasn't sure, but whatever he was experiencing wasn't normal. Was it a breakdown under stress? An insanity that came on the verge of the end? Whatever it was, the oppressive nature of his delusions only drove him further into the darkness.

Finally, a week and a half into his captivity, the madness came to a head when a voice spoke out of the darkness. “Can you hear me today, boy?” This caused Zeich to look up in alarm; the voice was dark and menacing, one he had never heard before, and worse yet, it came from the room around him. Looking around fearfully, the boy expected one of Dracos' men to come from the shadows, but no one emerged. Thinking the words were all in his head, Zeich tried to shake away his fear and went back to his bed, laying there as he always did. There was no point in trying to escape; he had tried for the first few days, and gotten nowhere, so all he could do was wait for whatever lay in store for him—

“I saw that reaction! You hear me, don't you?” Again the voice came, and this time Zeich sat up slowly. Fear and dread filled him, and he thought he was out of his mind but... “...Who's there?”

“It seems you truly can hear me! Very well then, let me show myself...” The darkness seemed to become solid again as Zeich watched, and an enormous, canine-like beast appeared before him, laying down on the floor before him. Even resting as it was, the creature's head came just shy of the ceiling, and golden eyes stared out from behind a white, lupine mask. Teeth were bared, but not in anger; rather, Zeich realized a moment later that the creature was smiling, terrifying as it was. But that was the only thought that crossed his mind as he shrank back against the wall, his heart pounding; what was this creature? This monster? Where did it come from?

“Oh, now don't be frightened, I'm not here to eat you... yet.” The creature smiled further, tapping one large claw on the ground. “See, you being able to see me presents a very... unique opportunity. I would like to make you a deal, and if you accept, you may be able to see the light of day again yet. What do you think?”

Zeich hesitated, but slowly settled down, sitting as far away from the creature as he could, yet struggling to rein in his fear. “...What do you want?”

“Why... a human body, of course.” Zeich stared, confused at the answer. “You're special, boy... you're spiritually aware, but not because of any latent spiritual powers you may have. No, you're able to see me because you yourself are on the verge of death, at least on an emotional and mental level. Sitting on the edge between life and death, you offer me a unique position by being able to interact with me. You have an empty soul, one devoid of any power... by allowing me to fill that void, I will be able to become one with you, and take on a human form. And in exchange, I will free you from your prison, allowing you to go out into the world and live once again. Seems like a fair bargain, doesn't it?”

“...What do you want with my body? And why would I want to escape one confinement only to be thrown into another if you truly take over my soul?”

“Wouldn't you rather live, even under another's dominion, rather than die as someone's slave? It's really a simple choice, if you think about it.” The monster continued tapping its large claw against the floor, and Zeich could see a small hole forming where the sharpened point was tearing through the stone. “But you better answer soon... you're on borrowed time.”

“...I think I'll pass.” Zeich said quietly. The refusal came so suddenly, yet it seemed an almost natural answer; give up his body and soul to be free of this captivity? What sort of bargain was that? If the choice was to die or to be subjugated for the rest of his life, Zeich figured that there wasn't much of a choice at all; he was dead either way. At least this way, he would die on his own terms, instead of at the hands of another. “I'd rather die.”

“Suit yourself... maybe you'll change your mind when you see what they have in store for you...” With that, the shadowy monster disappeared again, though his presence in the room did not. Zeich got the feeling that the creature was waiting for him, watching and preparing for the moment that he gave in. Trying his best to ignore it, the boy laid down on his bed and went to sleep, thoughts echoing in his head: ...Would I really rather die...?

Three more days passed, and each evening, the creature appeared again to make its deal. Three times more it offered, and three times more Zeich refused, though his refusals were getting weaker each time. But still he would not give in, and each time, the creature simply shrugged it off patiently. This would be the routine for each of those days, and would leave Zeich once more questioning whether his choice was the right one. He sat in solitude with nothing but his thoughts to accompany him, slowly awaiting the inevitable doom that was coming his way.

Finally, after two weeks of captivity had passed, the door opened to allow a new figure in. Before, a tray had been slid through with a meager amount of food and water, enough for Zeich to survive by, but not to enjoy or feel sustained by. The first few days he had tried to refuse it, to choose death through defiance rather than the punishment they chose for him. But hunger and thirst had eroded his willpower; no matter how much he had wanted to defy his captors, Zeich could not get past his body's needs, and had given into the necessity of nourishment. That was all in the past, however; today, the door opened fully to admit Ink, followed by two guards. The men grabbed him at Ink's command, and Zeich found himself being dragged down the hallway despite his lack of resistance. It seemed that the time had come for his execution.

Zeich was brought to the rooftop, where an audience of sorts had gathered. Dracos was there, and with him were three other men that Zeich recognized as some of his “officers”, men in charge of different divisions. Obviously, Dracos would have subordinates to oversee things he could not do himself. It seemed as though his death was going to be a show for them; it was sickening in its own way, and Zeich felt his knees go weak as he saw what they had chosen for their “fun.” A platform was erected in the middle of the rooftop with a single beam built in front of it. From it was suspended a simple noose of hemp rope, hanging over the edge and waiting for a victim. It seemed that they had decided for a slow, traditional method of hanging. There were no words exchanged; Zeich had nothing to say as he was brought up to the makeshift platform. Dracos just sat back and smiled; it seemed he was content to enjoy the show. No one spoke as the noose was fitted carefully around the boy's neck, either; it was eerily quiet.

As he was walked towards the edge of the platform, however, Zeich noticed a shadowy figure standing behind Dracos and his thugs. The wolf-like creature was back, standing there, waiting patiently. Neither of them spoke, yet the question that had been asked many times over the last few days was still there. Would he accept the bargain that had been offered? His lost life in exchange for freedom? At this point, the boy finally accepted that he had nothing to lose... so maybe he could improve his bargain just a little bit. Finally, despite the silence up until this point, Zeich spoke. “I will accept your bargain.”

Dracos seemed confused; he could not see the creature behind him. “It's too late for that, kid; you're already gonna die here. There's no talking your way out of it.”

“I wasn't talking to you.” Zeich's words cut Dracos off. “Shadow,” For that was what he had decided to call the creature of darkness. “I offer you the body you wanted... and I'll throw a few others into the bargain, too.”

“Deal!” The creature's pleased roar was deafening, and it leapt to its feet. Even as it charged towards Zeich, jaws opening as if to consume him, the boy felt his feet go out under him; he had been shoved towards the edge of the platform, as if it would stop whatever was coming. The rope drew taught, and he felt a sharp snap in his neck before all faded into a black blur, the world disappearing around him. Yet even as he fell, the burning sensation of the rope tearing into his throat, Zeich's lips curved into a smile... and not a human one, but a feral one. The last things he remembered were the sensations of fear, hatred, and sorrow, but also a feral delight, and a desire for blood...

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{Chapter 4.5: Interlude, The Truth of That Day}Though Zeich will never remember what happened that day, that is because the memory of that experience is not his to recall. At that moment, the boy just about died, and his spirit and body became disjointed, connected by a Soul Chain that had already begun to break at the brink of death. At that moment, only one thing held him to life, and it wasn't anything he did: it was me. I am the Shadow, the creature that haunted his cell for the last days of his life, intrigued by the possibility of stealing a human host and standing over the lines of life and death. It was the closest thing a Hollow like myself could get to living again rather than being condemned to damnation or purification. And so I straddled life and death, holding the boy's severed Soul Chain in one hand and a tenuous connection to his body in the other, gaining control of both in those brief moments. And they were glorious, giving me a sense of power that I can imagine only a god would understand. For those few moments, I was a god.

And so I seized control, and took the boy's body even as he hung lifelessly from the rope that had taken his life. Pain filled me, but it wasn't the same as a mortal's pain; I could feel the rope digging into my neck and causing the nerves to scream with agony, but I didn't feel the choking, the lack of air. I didn't feel the broken neck, just the tearing of flesh. Quickly I raised a hand, and felt my claws tear out through the fragile human flesh. Dark claws, dripping blood from the body I was beginning to inhabit, drew further pain from my hands even as they emerged. Yet I did not care as I tore the rope to pieces, feeling the torn ends rest around my shoulders even as I dropped to the ground.

Oh, the look on their faces as their “victim” came back to life! The man in front looked terrified, and started shouting for guards even as I started forward. Two of the men with him drew guns and fired at me, but it was too late; already I was at their throats, my claws digging into one's chest. A bullet slammed into my shoulder, and the agony was enough to make me tear out the entirety of my victim's chest cavity rather than just the beating heart. How frustrating; the man died before I could show him the prize I had wrested from his bleeding chest! And so I took my wrath out on the one who had shot me, teeth growing sharper, blood dripping from various injuries on my body, both self-inflicted and caused by others. My teeth found the man's throat and it was ripped free, vocal cords and even pieces of his spine littering my jaws as I left him nothing but a gory, bleeding mess that would gurgle for only a few moments before falling silent.

That left two left, the leader, and a man covered in tattoos. The other person, a woman who had been under the leader's direct command, had already fled; I would deal with her, hunt her down in my own time. After all, with this body, I had all the time in the world! The boy had already started to awaken, but his thoughts were chaotic, fragmented; he had nothing but fear and anguish filling him, and they were like balm to my wounds, drawing out my full potential. I let out another pleased roar before tackling the man covered in tattoos, my claws starting to trace lines through the man's flesh to match the ink across his body. I outlined each and every mark, and soon his skin ran only one color: blood red.

Finally, that left the leader, who was pressed up against a nearby wall, whimpering in terror. The fool knew that it was finally his turn. Grabbing the noose from my neck, I thought it would be nice to give the child whose body I had stolen one last gift in return for that power, that rush; revenge was one of the sweetest nectars there were. Suddenly the loop was drawn around the leader's neck, and pulled tight; though the rope's end was barely enough to grasp in my hand, it was enough; with inhuman strength, I pulled, watching the man's face slowly go blue as his throat was constricted, his windpipe and spine creaking under the pressure I was applying. It would not be long before he died...

Or at least that is what I thought. At that moment, curse my luck, two men dressed in black appeared, wielding, of all things, swords. Shinigami! Any Hollow knew what a Shinigami was; not only were they particularly delectable given their high reishi concentration, but they were guardians who fought and “purified” Hollows by destroying their masks with their swords, their Zanpaktou. I knew what a Shinigami was, and I had learned to be wary of them early in my time as a Hollow. At this time, I knew it would be unwise to remain, lest they attack me too. Letting the man go—and unfortunately, I hear he lived, albeit in a comatose state for the rest of his life due to lack of oxygen to the brain—I quickly turned to run, to make my escape into the city and blend among the ordinary humans. Given time, I could find ways to make this body stronger, but not now, not with the Shinigami attacking.

One of those cursed swordsmen bound me with a spell at that point, lightning coursing through my frame as a golden tendril wrapped around my form. I was unable to move, paralyzed for a few moments even as I began to collapse. And it was enough time; though I couldn't hear their words, one of the Shinigami seemed to come to a decision and approached me, bringing his sword up. Thinking the man would cut through my human face—since I lacked a mask at the time, that was the next best thing—I began to cut my connection to the boy, to allow myself to run and flee once more, leaving nothing but the corpse behind. But something bound me, held me to that form; I realized that by joining life and death, I had in a way become an impromptu Soul Chain myself, and short of severance, I could not free myself. I cursed, but that was all I could do as the man brought not the blade, but the skullcap down on the forehead of my human form. Blinding white light filled my vision, and then all went dark as I fell asleep for almost a century.

In that time, much happened.

[Zeich Yajuu]

-Stats and Skills-

Stats (Rank 3 Fractured Type):

Strength - [300] (300) Points

Speed - [400] (400) Points

Spiritual Pressure – [400 x 2] (800) Points

Reiatsu Strength – [200 x 0.5] (100) Points

Light Aura - [50] Points

Dark Aura - [50] Points

Instinct - [200 x 1.75] (350) Points

Senses - [200] Points

Energy sensory - [100 x 0.60] (60) Points

Healing Expertise - [0] Points


Total SP: [1800] points

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{Stat Code}[u][b]Stats (Rank 3 Fractured Type):[/b][/u]

[b][u]Strength[/u] - [300] (300) Points

[u]Speed[/u] - [400] (400) Points

[u]Spiritual Pressure[/u] – [400 x 2] (800) Points

[u]Reiatsu Strength[/u] – [200 x 0.5] (100) Points

[u]Light Aura[/u] - [50] Points

[u]Dark Aura[/u] - [50] Points

[u]Instinct[/u] - [200 x 1.75] (350) Points

[u]Senses[/u] - [200] Points

[u]Energy sensory[/u] - [100 x 0.60] (60) Points

[u]Healing Expertise[/u] - [0] Points


[font color="Red"]Total SP: [1800] points[/font][/b]

Haiiro's Stats (Rank 3 Fragment):

Strength - [200] (200) Points

Speed - [300] (300) Points

Spiritual Pressure – [400] (400) Points [Locked: not SP spent]

Reiatsu Strength – [50 x 0.5] (25) Points

Light Aura - [100] Points

Dark Aura - [0] Points

Instinct - [150 x 1.75] (262) Points

Senses - [150] Points

Energy sensory - [50 x 0.60] (30) Points

Healing Expertise - [0] Points


Total SP: [900] points

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{Haiiro's Stat Code}[u][b]Haiiro's Stats (Rank 3 Fragment):[/b][/u]

[b][u]Strength[/u] - [200] (200) Points

[u]Speed[/u] - [300] (300) Points

[u]Spiritual Pressure[/u] – [400] (400) Points [Locked: not SP spent]

[u]Reiatsu Strength[/u] – [50 x 0.5] (25) Points

[u]Light Aura[/u] - [100] Points

[u]Dark Aura[/u] - [0] Points

[u]Instinct[/u] - [150 x 1.75] (262) Points

[u]Senses[/u] - [150] Points

[u]Energy sensory[/u] - [50 x 0.60] (30) Points

[u]Healing Expertise[/u] - [0] Points


[font color="Red"]Total SP: [900] points[/font][/b]

Current Skills: (18 SKP)

• [Weapons - Katana] 3
  
  
• [Strength of Will] 4
  
  
• [Martial Arts - Hakuda] 3
  
  
• [Stealth] 2
  
  
• [Calm Mind] 3
  
  
• [Battle Analysis] 3

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{Skills Code}[b][u]Current Skills: (19 SKP)


[/u][/b][ul][li][u][b][Weapons - Katana][/b][/u] 3

[/li][li][u][b][Strength of Will][/b][/u] 4

[/li][li][u][b][Martial Arts - Hakuda][/b][/u] 3

[/li][li][u][b][Stealth][/b][/u] 2

[/li][li][u][b][Calm Mind][/b][/u] 3

[/li][li][u][b][Battle Analysis][/b][/u] 3[/li][/ul]