This is intended to be a Character-Driven game influenced by the actions of the characters. There will be a mixture of Round Posting and Free Posting depending on what Mode we are on.

This is where Round Posting will come into play. This is the bread and butter of the game, and where the plot moves forward. Round Posting is when I post once, you reply once. I post again, and you can reply again, and so on. This keeps the IC less cluttered. That’s not to say you can’t post more than once or have a reaction to another character’s post, just be wary that trying to do too many actions at once can decrease the chance of success.

My writing expectations for Round Posting is Once, maybe Twice, a week depending on engagement. I’m not requiring you to write a novella or even a paragraph. I understand we all may have limits on time, writer’s block, or even the fact that not every character has a reaction to everything. All I require is a cohesive post that takes action and helps push the narrative forward. Writers and Roleplayers of all levels are welcomed here, and exceptions can always be made.


This is wind-down time in between main missions. This is where players are free to interact how they choose without GM interference, and this is where I largely encourage collaborating with one another to grow character relationships and show more about your character’s life outside of the Gotei 13. Side-missions will be given out here, as well as progression with player’s personal stories. This is also another cheeky way for your GM to have time to brew the next Main Story.

There will be a healthy mix of the two as both tie into the power system of the game. Characters will automatically level up and gain new abilities and attributes after every Main Story, a reward for helping progress the story. Free Mode is where things get more interesting as good roleplay moments, training posts, and NPC interactions can all earn rewards. These rewards will be given based on general consistency and if it makes sense in the story, so participation is heavily encouraged.

Edit: I’m thinking of making a separate IC for the Main Story Missions to not restrict players from posting or collabing as freely as they like. If you’re interested, please let me know how you feel about this. The game will start off in Free Mode to get everyone acquainted with one another, and the setting.

Characters are able to start off with a Shikai up to four abilities to begin with. Abilities will come with Post Cooldowns. For example, if I have an ability that’s a simple slashing attack (Getsuga Tensho) then the ability cooldown will be two, so you would have to post two more times before you can use said ability again. This keeps combat orderly and reduces ability spam, and gives a fair pre-approved guideline on how to proceed if a PvP battle occurs. Post durations as well.

Example: “I get a power up and it lasts for five posts, with a six post cooldown.”

I’m giving leeway on powerful abilities as long as you can make it make sense, in the sense of cooldowns and drawbacks as well as narratively. So, in other words, let’s be creative but reasonable.

Players will be awarded points via level up or rewards. They are split into two groups; points for Zanpakuto abilities and points for attributes. Attributes are Hoho, Kido, Zanjutsu, and Hakudo. Attributes are ranked from Unseated level to Captain level and can be bought as the game proceeds, or used to create custom Attributes. I will be releasing the canon list of abilities, their skill levels, and costs later.

As for Zanpakuto abilities, say you earn 6 points after a Main Mission. You can use individual points (1) to upgrade existing abilities, or use 3 points to create an entirely new ability. Once again, this will be further explained in the official ooc.

Q: Can I Die?
A: Simply put, yes. That’s not to say this will be a slaughter-fest but as you can kill your enemies, they can also kill and wound you. The Main Story requires you to be smart and use teamwork, actions have consequences so don’t do anything dumb like blindly rush in to strike the main villain and you’re unseated level. Think realistically, but take risks as well.

Q: Can I be a (Vizard, Quincy, Fullbringer, etc.)?
A: I don’t want anything to be a full on no as I encourage creativity. I’m always willing to hear an idea, but for the purpose of how the game starts everyone will be strictly Shinigami. PM me privately if you have ideas for things down the road regarding alternative or half races.

Q: How does the Shinigami Age work?
A: It’s surprisingly a question that gets asked a lot in Bleach RPs. It’s confusing but we’ll keep it simple and say add a 0 to whatever normal age they’d be. So if you were 19 you’d be 190. However, that’s for people born within the Spirit World compared to Human age. You can start as a Shinigami that died in the Human world, and go by normal human age. I encourage creativity in this aspect. However, age doesn’t play too much of a role in the spirit world.

Q: Can I have more than one character?
A: New players start off with one character only. As there are multiple squads and multiple storylines, multiple characters will be accepted down the line as we determine engagement.

Q: Can we join any squad?
A: In this universe new recruits are sent to Squad Ten for first missions and evaluations. That’s the in-verse explanation to determine how many players we have and which Squads will be open to join. While the Main Story missions will grab PCs from multiple squads, choosing your squad will open up unique interactions and abilities/items to gain in Free Posting.

Q: How many players are allowed?
A: I only need four-five to get the game started. If there are further interests I’ll be willing to open up more slots as multiple storylines are happening at once, creating enough involvement for more than five players.

Q: Do you have experience as a GM?
A: Most of my roleplay experience is as a GM. I helped run a successful Bleach RP that ran for a little over two years, and helped run arcs in games that I was a player in.

Q: Your Q&A didn’t answer my question!
A: Feel free to ask here or PM me.

The different squads and their responsibilities have always been left ambiguous in the show. Therefore, this information is a mix between my own ideas and what the series has given us.

First Division: Led by the Captain-Commander, the First Division is made up of the most versatile and model Shinigami. The head of the Gotei 13, in cases of emergencies this division is able to ascertain situations and mobilize quickly without given orders. Most missions are sent out through them. Think about internal affairs, as well.

Second Division: This is the Stealth and Information department. Alongside Squad Twelve and Five, not much is known about this squad outside of basic information. They specialize in covert missions. Stealth and high battle skill is a known requirement for this squad. Unbeknownst to most Shinigami, the commander of this squad also leads the Onmitsukidō and carries out assassin missions.

Third Division: Information and Gathering. This division is responsible for sending Shinigami to gather information, and often works with the second and thirteenth division to ensure safety. They often work with Squad 12 as well in order to send information and work out conclusions. Monitoring and communication systems are run through them as well.

Fourth Division: Medical Assistance & Supply. As simple as it sounds. They deal with the brunt of injuries and are usually sent to the battlefield after the fact or act as support on missions if requested by other divisions.

Fifth Division: Kidō Tactics & Control. This division is responsible for creating, ranking, and monitoring the use of Kidō within the Soul Society. Most, if not all, of their members are accepted based on their skill in Kidō. It’s said to be one of the more difficult squads to move up in rank as it’s not determined by mission success, but by advancements made in the Kidō field. It’s known that the Fifth Division Captain is the head of the Kidō corps as well, however that group works in the shadows as well.

Sixth Division: Internal Affairs. This division is responsible for monitoring Shinigami activity and apprehending Shinigami that break the law. This squad works closest with Squad One, reporting directly to them as well as Central 46. Their barracks contain the largest number of holding cells. Think of your modern day police, but for Shinigami.

Seventh Division: Diplomatic Relations. This squad is responsible for maintaining peace within the Rukongai, and are the go to guys if the residents have problems. This is the closest residents get to interacting with the Gotei 13, bar an invasion or large scale attack.

Eighth Division: Reserves. This squad is similar to Squad Eleven in terms of being a combat squad. However, instead of specializing in anything, these members are generally well-rounded in order to fit any role needed. They are the first squad called if reinforcements are needed.

Ninth Division: Counter Intelligence. This squad works closely with Squad Twelve as well as the Sixth Division. On occasion, they also receive information from Squad Two. Their job is to prevent information from leaking, whether that’s to the Rukongai, Human World, or Seireitei. They also help the Fifth Division Captain store away forbidden Kidō, although this is a lesser known fact. If anything, speculation.

Tenth Division: Large-Scale Operations. The entry-division that every Shinigami joins upon graduating the academy. This squad is in charge of analyzing and assessing every new applicant. As such, most new applicants end up finding a home here and stay or wait a year or two before requesting transfers. As such, Squad Ten remains the squad with the highest number of Shinigami at any given time. On a larger scale, they are in charge of offensive tactics and get handed missions directly from Squad One in order to assess which Squad would be best for said mission.

Eleventh division: Frontlines. If you’ve watched the show, no further explanation is needed. If not, this is the second largest division in the Gotei 13. General meatheads that specialize in physical combat, often butting heads with members of the Fifth Division for their use in ranged combat. The Captain of this squad holds the title of Kenpachi, given only to the strongest Shinigami. The only way to become Captain of this squad is to kill the current captain in front of the entire division.

Twelfth Division: Research and Development. Once again, as simple as it sounds. This squad is in charge of technological advancements, as well as researching information sent to them from the various squads they work with. The Captain is said to be, as well as expected to be, the most intelligent Shinigami in the Soul Society. Ranking up in this squad is said to be the most difficult, and becoming Captain of this squad is second only to becoming Captain-Commander.

Thirteenth Division: Defensive Tactics. While Squad Seven is responsible for maintaining peace in the Rukongai, Squad Thirteen maintains peace within the Seireitei and the Human World. They often work in tandem with Squad Three to do patrols within the Human World.

~Basic~

Name:

Appearance:
[Even if you use a FC try to describe height, weight, additional features]

Age:
[Q&A #3]

Squad/Rank:
[Squad Ten/Unseated]

Biography:
[Personality + History]

Squad Interests:
[Choose at least 3 from most to least]

~Zanpakuto~

Zanpakuto Name:
[Every weapon has a spirit, therefore a name]

Type:
[Kido, Power, Elemental, etc.]

Kaigo:
[What do you say to release your Shikai?]

Zanpakuto Appearance:
[Describe the basic form, Shikai form, Zanpakuto Spirit, & Inner World]

Shikai Skills:
[You can start off with no Shikai or up to 4 Abilities. Passive abilities are welcomed, although increases in physical abilities and spiritual pressure is assumed for everyone. Add post cooldowns and post durations as well]

Vibes:https://youtu.be/RCbjLfpCbhQ?si=Ze45qD1W2ZgYrAbK

~Basic~

Name: Kobe Abiko



Age: 28

Squad/Rank: [Squad Ten/Unseated]

Biography: Kobe died on earth at age 24, only very recently. As a matter of fact, it was by a hollow during a very recent string of unusual attacks. Not that he knew that, being a human at the time. He simply remembers a strange explosion, the bank crumbling around him, and thinking just before he died that was just his luck. He'd tried to live in a considerate manner to others. Tried to work a steady job, pay rent, find love. All the things a young man was supposed to do. Before he could see any of those things to fruition, he'd been shat on. In fact, all he'd ever really liked to do in life had been martial arts. He'd done judo throughout middle school and highschool, and picked up MMA as an adult. It was just a hobby, but one he was good at. Right when he'd been thinking about pursuing it seriously, he died of course.

This left him with a lot of unresolved resentment. When he'd been reborn in the soul society, he stomped around the first district demanding to see God, or whoever the fuck else was in charge of this whole cycle of death and rebirth. Of course, he was granted no access to anyone of the sort. Mainly because the people of the soul society were unsure if such a being existed themselves. Besides, he had worked up an appetite with all the yelling. Thankfully he had attracted the attention of a Shinagami on patrol, whom obliged him with lunch. The soul reaper noticed right away how unusual it would be for a new soul to grow hungry.

He suggested Kobe apply to the academy. Kobe shrugged his shoulders and said "why not," which brought him to graduation. He summoned his zanpakuto, and unlocked his shikai, all while showing slightly above average potential. He received no honors or special promotions, but a bit of encouragement from any reapers who happened to be sitting in to observe new recruits. It was enough to motivate him through to the end. Truly, he feels a fire in his heart now at the thought of hunting hollow. Maybe he's been granted a second chance to be a warrior. Or at least, someone slightly important.

Still, there is an air of melancholy that seems to hang over Kobe wherever he goes. He made friends during his academy days and is generally remembered as a likable fellow. Yet, solemn on most occasions. Until growing angry, that is. It seems that the dead end of his life has followed Kobe's mood into the afterlife. He always felt he was never special enough to excel, and yet too talented for those around him to not expect something from him. In the deepest pits of his heart, he longs for something. What, he's never been sure. Recognition? A purpose? Perhaps simple victory would be enough.


~Zanpakuto~

Zanpakuto Name: Great Teacher Mononoke

Type: Power

Kaigo: "kind sage, please help us to dispell suffering and grant peace,"

Zanpakuto Appearance:







Shikai Skills:

Nimble Fury: Kobe's Shikai has the ability to project spirit energy out it's tip in an incredibly focused point. This creates a massive amount of penetrating force with each thrust. Not only can this be devastating to heavily armored opponents, it creates a "spell slicing," effect. This means it penetrates all but the most absolute of defensive spiritual techniques. This is the bane of all fighters who rely on guard abilities.

This ability taxes a large portion of spirit energy and can only be used 4 times in a usual battle. Use of a fifth time causes the Zanpakuto to revert back to it's base form for 5 turns.
Use: 1 turn
Cooldown: 2 turns

Enlightened Spirit: Mononoke becomes capable of levitation, and obey's the command of Kobe's thoughts. It can move at the same speed that Kobe can swing it, and sprint. It is also strong enough for Kobe to stand on it, or hang from it while levitating. This cannot be active at the same time as Nimble Fury.
Use: 3 turns
Cooldown: 4 turns

~Basic~

Name: Yuto


Age:
180

Squad/Rank:
Unseated

Biography:
Personality:
History: A previous resident of the 75 District of Rokungai, Yuto's first memories are of a maddening need to survive, satisfy the hunger, and become free of the dangers inherent to the district he lived in. It was during this particular stage of his life that he learned many of the lessons that would mark him later as a shinigami, none of them good, but all of them useful to survive.

Through sheer chance he did manage to join the academy where he was trained on all the proficiencies of a shinigami and despite possessing a complete lack of talent in Kido and the capacity to perceive spiritual energy he more than made up in impressive strength and unarmed combat, getting remarks from his teachers that it was purely thanks to these attributes that he graduated.

Sadly his dreams of a cushy life were dashed the moment he was assigned to a Division where he learned that his talent was barely good enough to get the nickname ‘Runt’ as the freshest recruit to join. There he is treated not only like a common soldier but as a busybody for his seniors. unexpectedly he has found himself fond of mindless physical labor.

Squad Interests:

• Eleventh division
• Eighth Division
• Tenth Division

~Zanpakuto~

Zanpakuto Name:
Aka

Type:
Power

Kaigo:
"Slash, Aka"

Zanpakuto Appearance:

• Basic Form: A simple Katana without decoration accompanied by a black sheath
• Shikai form: A simple Katana without decoration accompanied by a red sheath
• Zanpakuto Spirit [+]

  
  The spirit is a man with red hair and a white mask clothed in black and red robes
• Inner World: A ruined District in fire with the ever distant sounds of fighting

Shikai Skills:

• Aka no Yukue: Everytime Aka is sheathed it starts to passively accumulate reiatsu within the sheath, which then allows the next attack to be launched at increased strength and speed
  Techniques
  • [Guren Shou: An emergency technique, rather than wait for energy to accumulate Yuto instead forces Reiatsu into the Sheath, filling it halfway, enough to realize one of the other two techniques or to launch an attack with increased strength and speed, however using it deactivates Aka no Yukue for some time]
  • [Shukari: Yuto releases all accumulated energy in a single slash of red sharpened reiatsu.]
  • [Hi no Tobari: Yuto reabsorbs the energy accumulated, gaining a shield of red reiatsu that lasts a couple of seconds]

Additions to Appearance: She stands at a whopping 5'2!!

Age: 230

Squad/Rank:
Tenth, Unseated

Biography:
Not much can be said on her past as she chooses to ignore the things she's been through, trauma blocking it out. Coming from district 80 of the Rukongai district, she's definitely struggled through life since she came to be here. Her teachers would think that the only way she survived most of the brutality in that district is due to her pretty face and they would be right. While her face did offer advantages, it didn't mean much to most men there so she had to be quick and cunning to earn a place there and not be treated like vermin. Happy to leave that life behind her, she did take on a very cold persona while attending classes, which if anyone remembered her, would call her Ice Queen even though she's got a fiery temper and is fairly scrappy. Survival is all she knows and continues to display that as she comes off as not very friendly or very blunt to others which she uses to hide how she really is from others. Which would be that she's a sweet girl that's a hopeless romantic that loves small and cute things. She tends to be very combative with men that she finds to be idiotic and mostly very quiet and reserved around women and men she respects.

Squad Interests:
Second, Fifth, and Third Division

~Zanpakuto~

Zanpakuto Name: Shadow Fox

Type: Kido, Illusion Type

Kaigo: "Hunt Shadow Fox"

Zanpakuto Appearance:
Basic:
Shikai:
Zanpakuto Spirit:
Inner World:
An open field of tall grass with a flower path leading to a hill with a peach blossom tree sat atop.

Shikai Skills: Still trying to figure out some good ones.

Name: Yamato Akinari

Appearance:



Age: 200

Squad/Rank: Tenth Squad/Unseated

Biography:
Yamato Akinari is a deeply loyal and driven Soul Reaper, fiercely committed to the future of the Soul Society and the honor of his Clan. Duty is paramount to him, whether serving as a grunt or in command. Yamato frequently leads the charge, taking command of the situation or offering immediate aid. His unwavering dedication to training and composed demeanor enables him to make tough, decisive decisions that often shift the course of critical encounters. Yamato has little patience for gossip and slander, especially when someone tarnishes another's reputation behind their back like a coward. He believes there is a time and place for everything that needs to be said.

Yamato Akinari was born in the Soul Society to the Akinari clan, a minor noble house known for supplying a handful of Soul Reapers to the Gotei 13 over the centuries. Though never wealthy, the clan enjoyed a certain degree of respect and comfort due to their consistent contributions. Despite their efforts, the Akinari clan struggled to grow and never reached prestigious positions within the Soul Society.

Yamato was always aware that his upbringing was more privileged than most inhabitants of Rukongai. This difference was apparent when he enrolled in the Soul Reaper Academy; his swordplay, honed by a personal instructor since childhood, outclassed that of commoners. Despite this advantage, Yamato trained as hard as any other student, determined not to squander the opportunity he had been given.

The Akinari clan, though small and relatively weak, had always been loyal but unambitious. Yamato aimed to change that. To bring honor and recognition to his family name, he sought to become an incredible Soul Reaper, with his sights set on joining the First Division. He believed that directly serving under the Captain-Commander would be the greatest duty he could provide.

Squad Interests:

• First
• Sixth
• Eleventh

~Zanpakuto~

Zanpakuto Name: Charglemagne

Type:
[Kido, Power, Elemental, etc.]

Kaigo:
"Long reign the King, Charglemagne,"

Zanpakuto Appearance:





Shikai Skills:

• Kami no nagareboshi: Divine Shooting Stars
  Yamato unleashes a volley of small, dagger-like projectiles. As the blades are fired, Charglemagne gradually shrinks but restores itself immediately after the attack concludes. Currently, this attack can only be sustained for a few seconds.
  Activation: Wave of a sword
  Cooldown: 3 Turns
  Duration: 1 Turn

• Seinaru kainyū no tate: Shield of holy intervention
  Yamato creates a shield of light that blocks an incoming attack.
  Activation: Any incoming attack that Yamato is aware of.
  Cooldown: 10 Turns
  Duration: Passive

• Ō no zeikin: The Tax of the King
  Description
  Activation: Tap a target with the flat of his blade
  Cooldown: 1 Turn
  Duration: Until Broken

• Ability 4:
  Description
  Activation:
  Cooldown: x Turns
  Duration: x Turns

Appearance:
Stands at 5'7". Lithe, athletic build, narrow bust. Long black hair, pale skin, and a baleful glare. Gives off harsh vibes as one would expect of a noble.

Age:
192

Squad/Rank:
Squad Ten/Unseated

Biography:
Born into the lower noble house of the Nakajima family, Ageha was raised from birth with severe expectations once her Reiatsu was sensed. The Nakajima clan had long sought glory of its own, as its heyday had long passed, with only middling Shinigami being admitted to the ranks of the Gotei from their family for generations. With this in mind, the family's latest scion was given harsh training in combat, politics, and administration practically since she could walk.

While Ageha met every expectation placed upon her, it wasn't without cost. Years of nothing but brutal instruction and relentless expectations with little in the way of proper familial support or affection rendered Ageha cold, spiteful, and hard. She entered Shin'o Academy with this mindset, making few friends, more than a few enemies, and excelling in Zanjutsu and Hohou in particular.

Ageha graduated, pleasing her family. But unbeknowst to them, she'd long since decided to go her own way. The instant she left the Academy, all contact from her ceased. Restoring the glory of the Nakajima clan meant nothing to her. Not after what they had put her through. It had worked, to be certain. But that wasn't her problem. She'd find her own purpose. And she'd find it within the Gotei. There wasn't anywhere else for her to go, and frankly, she did enjoy actually utilizing the abilities she'd spent so long honing.

Squad Interests:

• Eleventh
• Second
• Ninth

Other:
Voice claim: Erica Lindbeck



Zanpakuto Name:
Tetsu Moya (TL: Iron Haze)

Type:
Power

Kaigo:
"Rend and bite, Tetsu Moya."

Zanpakuto Appearance:








Shikai Skills:

• Hagane Owaru: Tetsu Moya's blade separates into multiple, allowing its wielder to split the large dadao into smaller blades. Can be utilized for such purposes as splitting into two blades for dual wielding, or separating into multiple knives for throwing purposes, among other uses.
  Duration: Passive
  Cooldown: Two turns
• Reforge: Call any discarded segments of Tetsu Moya back to the primary blade, reforming the dadao in mere moments.
  Duration: Passive
  Cooldown: One turn