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VIGILANCE: Blood & Justice - A Superhuman Roleplay (Always Open)

I was considering writing up another post, but I think I'll wait instead.

VIGILANCE: Blood & Justice - A Superhuman Roleplay (Always Open)

Gimme a Long Island and I'm sorted.

VIGILANCE: Blood & Justice - A Superhuman Roleplay (Always Open)

A post is a post is a post friend. There's no such thing as a mere intro post!

@Lord Wraith

You're correct. That took longer to write than I'd planned. ^^

VIGILANCE: Blood & Justice - A Superhuman Roleplay (Always Open)

T O B I A S E V A N S:

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^{Friday, April 07, 2017 - 11:13 PM | De Vitis Warehouse - The Wharves}

The storm raged on as Tobias soared higher into the night. And though he couldn't feel it physically, his projected consciousness could easily make out the gloomy coldness that had clung to Crescent City of late. He stopped climbing at just over the mile mark, taking a moment to scan the city below. It felt angry. Between the buffeting storm, the blaring sirens and the newly erupted fires to the north, Tobias could sense the burgeoning despondency that was beginning to grip the metropolitan triad. A faint *knock knock* tugged at his attention from below. Tobias rolled his eyes with a sigh, "Not even five minutes?" He quizzed to no one in particular. The knocking sound came again but this time much louder and far more intrusively, sharp stabs of pain began to prickle behind his eyes. Begrudgingly, the connection to his Illusion was severed and Tobias gasped slightly as the rush of returning to his physical body overwhelmed him. He lurched forward in his high-backed leather chair, having been fully reclined earlier with his feet perched upon his desk. It took a moment to catch his breath.

The knocking came a third time with a renewed urgency that only succeeded in worsening his mood. "Alright! Give me a moment!" He snapped, a figure shifted on the opposite side of the door to his office. The pain behind his eyes had flourished by now, spreading towards his temples. He rubbed a hand over his forehead as a means to stem the coming headache, whilst simultaneously yanking his desk draw open with the other in order to locate the familiar white bottle of pain medicine that he'd increasingly begun to rely on. The rattle of pills against plastic denoted his success, before he quickly thumbed the lid resulting in a soft *pop*. With a series of short jolts, Tobias poured two Advil capsules into his outstretched hand, which he'd removed from his forehead, and then rapidly palmed them into his mouth. He repeated the process again, swallowing the first set of pills, before washing the second lot down with a half-consumed glass of Ron Zacapa XO that he'd swiped from his desk.

Tobias fell back into his chair and breathed, relishing the feeling as the concoction of alcohol and medication swiftly traversed its way to his stomach. 400mg of Ibuprofen was probably overkill for a headache but it was less than the recommended 'safe limit' and it had worked to stave off Mind Burn before now, especially given the level of stress he'd been under in the last twenty-four hours. "Come in." He said to the door.

It opened slowly and a heavy set man, dressed in black, entered tentatively. "Sorry to dis-"

"What have I said about knocking?" Tobias interrupted. He could feel his face settle into his trademark scowl of contempt. The man, one of his assigned bodyguards, cast his eyes toward the old wooden slats that made up the floor.

"Don't knock too-"

"Precisely. So why must you insist on banging my door down like a goddamned gorilla every time you need me for something?" The man stayed silent this time, unable to find the right words to say in order to ease the situation. For all his brawn, he certainly didn't make up for it where his brain was concerned. Tobias maintained his scowl, allowing several awkward seconds to pass before urging his guard to divulge the news. "Well then. What is it now?"

"It's Lucio, boss. He's downstairs."

"Lucio?" Mention of that name had surprised him for sure. Until that moment, Lucio had widely been considered dead at the hands of the Fierro Family during a deal gone south. The same deal that had kept him awake for the last day or so, trying to issue damage control measures. "Bring him up." He ordered.

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Moments later the guard returned with a rain-soaked man in tow. Tobias analyzed him. His shirt was missing beneath his long coat. It didn't take long to realize that it'd been used help patch up at least three gunshot wounds. Diluted red streaks trickled down his torso as the cotton packing had become over-saturated with a mixture of blood and rain. Every other item of clothing was also similarly drenched, his dark, shoulder-length hair too, and he could see a tiny puddle forming beneath where Lucio stood as the excess rainwater-mixed-with-blood dripped from his being. He was shaking visibly.

"You look like shit." He remarked.

"I've had better days." Came Lucio's reply.

Tobias looked to his guard. "Get him a change of clothes and a doctor, pronto."

"No need for a quack, boss, I've seen one already."

"Which would explain how you're still alive. At least have your bandages changed then, you're pissing out blood all over my floor." He gave the puddle a disconcerting look, the idea of Lucio's dried blood in his office didn't exactly inspire excitement. The guard didn't wait for a reply and rushed off to call the nearest doctor on the De Vitis payroll. Lucio's beleaguered expression betrayed the tough act, he was quite clearly in pain and needed further medical attention.

"I guess you're right, nobody likes bloodstained floorboards." He staggered forward as he said so, catching himself just before he fell. A moment of exhaustion overcame him. Tobias stood rapidly in response.

"Come. Sit down." He said, beckoning to one of the chairs situated on the opposite side of his desk. As Lucio made his way to the chair, Tobias strode over to his drinks cabinet. He pulled out a tumbler and a bottle of rum, the same brand as earlier. Walking back to his desk, he poured two large drinks and offered one to his injured subordinate. "Drink this, you'll feel better." The pair of them drank. "So this doctor, where did you find them?"

"Lonely Hearts." Lucio answered, shortly after swallowing a large gulp. Tobias hardened his gaze at that.

"They're expensive." He stated.

"I know." Lucio looked down slightly, obviously expecting the backlash of using a doctor outside of the payroll. But he'd needed to lay low until he could get back to the relative safety of De Vitis territory and there was no better way to do that than an independent surgeon, one who's loyalties lie with none of crime organizations in the area.

"And who else, besides this doctor, knows you're alive right now?" He questioned, slowly sitting down in his chair and leaning forward on his desk.

"No one, except a strongman, as far as I know." Lucio replied, looking back up to meet Tobias' inquisitive expression. "After the deal with the Fierro's went south in Lil' Santiago, I wasn't actually that far from Lonely Hearts. One of the strongmen we'd taken for protection, Tito, had also survived and helped me find a doctor. He left immediately after dropping me off and told me to wait for him to see if the coast was clear."

"And where's Tito now?"

"I'm not sure. He never returned, so he's either dead or the Fierro's have him locked up some place and are torturing him for information."

"Information? What information could a strongman possibly have that would be of any interest to the Fierro's?" Tobias furrowed his brow, contemplating his own question and sitting back in to his seat.

"During the deal..." Lucio paused, hesitant to say whatever came next. "The Fierro's kept asking about you." A spark of anger and confusion flashed across Tobias' face as he sat bolt upright. But Lucio began to explain before he could say anything. "Well not you specifically, but the man who'd setup the deal in the first place."

"You mean to say that they didn't believe you were the one who set it up?" Tobias quizzed, relaxing slightly.

"No. Whenever I tried to explain that I'd set it up, they laughed it off as if they knew different. After I'd explained the third time, their leader pulled his piece and just starting blasting everyone." Tobias mulled over what Lucio was saying, his earlier anger having subsided for now. A cool head was required now more than an angry one.

"Sounds like a rat." He said after a few moments of thought.

"Impossi-"

"Improbable? Yes. Possible? Entirely." He stood up, downing his drink and slamming the glass against his desk, marking the varnished finish. Tobias then moved to his coat rack and donned a dark trench coat.

"Where are you going?" Lucio asked, a look of confusion plaguing his face.

"When the doctor is done with you, go get some rest. I'll need you in a few days." He replied, ignoring the question as he made for the door to his office. He wrenched it open forcefully and strode through with purpose. The door closed behind him with a loud *bang*.

VIGILANCE: Blood & Justice - A Superhuman Roleplay (Always Open)

Writing a post up now. Merely an intro post though.

VIGILANCE: Blood & Justice - A Superhuman Roleplay (Always Open)

And on that note... how about we kick off the...

W E E K L Y D I S C U S S I O N:

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Obviously the storm swirling around Crescent City is occurring through unnatural means. What exactly do you think is causing it, or what do you hope is behind the storm? On the opposite end of the spectrum, is there one outcome that you would find disappointing? Or who/what do you think is least likely to be the culprit behind the storm.

@Lord Wraith

I guess this is my cue to say "Hi!"

With regards to the discussion, I'm going to vote on a tech-based cause. Mainly because Crescent City seems to be a hub for Hyperhumans and the like. So given that there are organizations, namely the Constantine's Guard, who oppose the Hyperhumans and have been working on new weaponry to level the playing field, it wouldn't be a terrible plan to create technology that could literally alter the playing field in their fight against Hyperhumanity similarly to how the Hypes can.

I'd be disappointed if it were some cliché child-prodigy Hyperhuman or something.

VIGILANCE: Blood & Justice - A Superhuman Roleplay (Always Open)

S P E C T R E

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^{T O B I A S J A M E S E V A N S ◼ 1 2 A P R I L, 1990 ( 26 ) ◼ M A L E ◼ H Y P E R H U M A N}

^{"Fear defeats more people than any other one thing in the world."}

▼ A P P E A R A N C E:

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^{"Attractive to some, fearsome to others. I'm the best looking nightmare you'll ever experience."}

//STATS:

◼ HEIGHT | 5'-9"
◼ WEIGHT | 159 lbs
◼ BUILD | Average
◼ HAIR COLOR | Dark Brown
◼ EYE COLOR | Grey
◼ ETHNICITY | Caucasian
◼ SEXUALITY | Hetero

//DESCRIPTION:

Formal but always with an air of informality. With his often slicked-back hair, some might even go so far as to describe him as suave, though even he would say that's too far. Tobias never dresses to impress and certainly not to impose. He prefers to utilize his appearance as a means to state his social standing, which resounds quite evidently as upper-class. However, he likes to live on the fringes so as not to come across as too uppity. A slim-fit, dark suit remains his preference, usually with the tie but oftentimes without it too. Very rarely is he seen in any other form of attire except special occasions.

Beneath the suit resides a typically average body of a man. One who engages in regular physical activity but not enough to be considered athletic. A few definitive muscles here and there with a hint of what could be a fully-fledged six-pack, if the time and effort were dedicated to it. His skin shows slight shades of a tan but nothing to write home about. Facial hair is often a point of contention for Tobias. There's never enough to sport a full beard but shaving it off almost always knocks ten years off, usually to some comedic effect.

Tobias possesses a harsh stare, one that is backed up by dull, yet sometimes icy, grey eyes. It is considered his go-to look of disdain, which helps with the fact that he is generally unimpressed by everything, so he doesn't have to go to much effort to display his discontent.

▼ B I O G R A P H Y:

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^{"There's no red in my ledger, only black."}

Born wailing out to the echoing halls of a Manor House buried deep within the Royal Borough of Berkshire, England, Tobias James Evans was to be the only son and heir of a wealthy couple who owned several Slate Mines back in their ancestral home of Wales. Mines which also stood as trading points for a few high-society, black-market arms dealers. His inheritance, however, was not to be. As merely three years later did the Manor House in which he was born burn down, killing both his parents and leaving him as the sole survivor. An incident he vehemently states not to remember. Upon his parents' untimely death, every asset they owned was immediately transferred to the Black Lotus Society, including the custody of any remaining heirs to the estate. This of course meant that little Tobias was now property of a particularly shady and none too friendly secret society that wanted nothing but the elimination of the middle class. A class he had, until recently, been a part of.

But instead of leaving the orphaned child to his fate, someone within the Society decided it would be a good idea to raise the young fellow as one of their own. Where fire destroys, it also clears the way for new things to grow and Tobias would indeed grow. Passed down, presumably, through his mother's side, Tobias' Hype-Gene was discovered particularly early on, much to the Society's joy. At the age of twelve, Tobias was moved to Switzerland where his training regime began. Rich education and rigorous training remained a large part of his life for the next decade, until he was finally ready to be utilized as the Society's pawn.

In the years that followed, Tobias was ordered to various parts of the world each time with the same mission: Organize and re-structure trade agreements for weapons shipments amongst multiple organized crime syndicates, whilst inciting discord and chaos to local areas in order to increase the demand for guns. The Society were essentially funding Gang Wars for profit. But that's not all, the ensuing anarchy that came with the warring of gangs allowed for certain mid-to-high level assassinations to go unnoticed as such, instead being attributed to the growing dissatisfaction of the public or the unruly gangs having stepped too far across the line. One notable success being the assassination of the Romanian Prime Minister's Brother, who's car was caught in the crossfire of a particularly nasty shootout between two feuding organizations.

Tobias' repeated successes did not go unnoticed and has since been granted diplomatic immunity in five countries, including Switzerland and Germany. His role, however, remains unchanged due to his proficiency. A victim of his own success, Tobias has finally been sent to the US to start work on new trade relationships after previous agreements had broken down due to the unfortunate passing of a certain Roman Locke, a well-known affiliate to the Society. Since his death, the Society had retained a minor presence within the Crescent Bay Area. But the time has come again for the Society to reaffirm their standing within the Crescent City Triad, especially with the upcoming Mayoral Election. And they have just the man for the job.

▼ M O T I V A T I O N / O B J E C T I V E:

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^{"Tenacity & cunning, but above all, loyalty."}

Tobias is driven by a deep sense of loyalty toward the Black Lotus Society. Due to his special circumstances, Tobias was one of the few who didn't receive any brainwashing treatment, or so his dossier says. Whether he was or not remains to be seen but either way, Tobias feels the need to repay the Society for saving his life and for raising him after his parents' tragic death. Most won't understand these feelings, not even his fellow comrades could truly get it. The Society gave him everything when they owed him nothing. This is something that Tobias doesn't easily forget and he makes sure to show his gratitude by attempting to perform outstandingly in every task issued to him. He is a Society man through and through and it'd take a revelation to change that.

▼ A B I L I T I E S / S K I L L S:

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^{"Does my ability to see all not frighten you? It should."}

//ABILITIES:

◼ ASTRAL MANIPULATION | Tobias has the ability to project his own consciousness from his physical body and control it in various ways that allow him to perform feats such as passing through physical objects, flight, astral senses, soul sense & interaction with physical objects from a distance.

Astral Illusions - Tobias can create and project up to three (3) astral clones of himself which he calls The Illusions. They are non-corporeal, manifesting as light blue, translucent versions of himself, and may not physically interact with the world at all. As such they are able to fly and pass through any physical object and are even intangible to most sources of energy. Upon creating these Illusions, Tobias is granted Astral Senses that allow him to see & hear the world from up to three different points of view at the same time as well as his own. He may also sense another being's soul even if he cannot see them, providing it is within the Soul Sense Radius of his projection.

Astral Phantasm - Tobias can create and project a singular astral clone of himself which he calls The Phantasm. It is corporeal, manifesting as a deep blue, opaque version of himself, and can physically interact with the world at his command. Like The Illusions, Tobias' Phantasm is able to fly but cannot pass through physical objects and may be affected by sources of energy. The Phantasm possesses enhanced strength, speed and durability to aid against its' tangibility. Upon creating The Phantasm, Tobias is granted Astral Senses, allowing him to see & hear the world from its' point of view as well as his own. He may also sense another being's soul even if he cannot see them, providing it is within the Soul Sense Radius of his projection.

//SKILLS:

◼ MARTIAL PROWESS | Due to his extensive training at the hands of the Black Lotus Society, Tobias possesses a high level of martial prowess. As such, he is well-versed in various styles of martial combat and can call upon each style almost seamlessly. His preferred Martial Arts, however, are Taekwondo and Muay Thai. Understanding the speed and power of the former but enjoying the sheer brutality of the latter. Despite his high level of training, Tobias usually resorts to fighting as a secondary measure, preferring to use his words in order to deflate increasingly violent situations.

◼ TENACIOUS | Tobias is a survivalist at heart, given that he was the only survivor of the fire that killed his parents and burnt his family home to the ground. Despite having no recollection of this event, Tobias chooses to rely upon his instincts to keep him out of harms way. He also falls back on them during social interactions, using his quick-wit and practiced charm to navigate through tricky trade deals or ballroom banter. Not one to accept failure, Tobias will stay until the job is done. Oftentimes sacrificing others in order to complete his task.

◼ MANIPULATIVE | Though to some it could be considered a superpower, manipulation in any form (emotional, financial or psychological) is merely a social skill that Tobias has managed to hone rather adeptly. He often tries to gain the upper hand over everyone he meets, however, some prove to be more difficult than others. He uses this skill in order to achieve his missions for the Society. Having learnt how to manipulate others from the very best minds the Society has to offer, Tobias certainly has the upper hand with most people he meets, though there are times where his manipulations have aroused suspicion. Leading himself to believe that he still has room to learn.

//LIMITATIONS:

◼ ASTRAL MANIPULATION | Tobias has a Vicinity of Control that applies to both his Illusions and his Phantasm when utilizing his abilities. The largest circle represents a 1.5-mile radius in which he may project and control a single Astral Illusion. The second largest circle represents a 1-mile radius in which he may project and control two Astral Illusions. The smallest circle represents a 0.5-mile radius in which he may project and control three Astral Illusions or his Astral Phantasm. So far he has been unable to push past these boundaries, especially so with his Astral Phantasm which requires significantly more concentration to project and control than his Illusions. With each expanding radius, Tobias' ability to sense souls becomes weaker and more stressful on his mind to try and maintain. As such, he limits the radius of his Soul Sensing from both The Illusions & The Phantasm to two-hundred (200) feet.

Astral Illusions - Tobias cannot create more than three (3) Illusions at any one time. Doing so causes too much taxation of his mind and may result in Mind Burn if he were to try and create any more. When creating two or more Illusions, Tobias has to take care to keep all Illusions within a relative distance of each other, as having his mind in more than once place at the same time can cause a lot of stress if the distance between each Illusion is too great; which would force him to end his projection after a certain period of time. For example: Tobias could project two Illusions to be on opposite sides of their 1-mile radius but he would only be able maintain them at those positions for around twenty (20) minutes. And whilst he can easily use his Astral Senses to switch between his Illusions giving him the ability to see & hear from each projection, Tobias' mental taxation becomes increasingly higher if he decides to use his Astral Senses with more than one clone at the same time.

Astral Phantasm - Tobias cannot create more than one (1) Phantasm at any one time, nor can he create said Phantasm in conjunction with any number of his Illusions. Due to the sheer amount of concentration needed to project just one Phantasm, Tobias has never even entertained the idea of projecting another. Whilst the Phantasm possesses enhanced strength, speed and durability it can only receive a certain level of damage before it is dispelled. If a limb is removed from the Phantasm, Tobias cannot replace or repair the damage at all, he must completely dispel his projection and create a new Phantasm but doing so can cause massive taxation on his mind, especially during highly stressful or already drawn-out situations. The level of enhancement of the Phantasm's strength, speed and durability are only just above that of an average human being, meaning that it is unlikely to be able to throw cars around or be blasted through a solid brick wall.

//WEAKNESSES:

◼ ASTRAL MANIPULATION |

By far the largest drawback of Tobias' ability is his physical body. Due to him having to project his consciousness out of his physical form, it is left vulnerable since his physical senses are dulled whilst projecting. The well-being of his physical form is of the utmost priority at all times whilst projecting. If his body were to sustain any trauma or strong interruption, the connection to his projections would be immediately severed, causing an immense wave of crippling pain to overcome him which he has come to call Mind Burn. Every instance of Mind Burn is extremely painful for Tobias, but it has been discovered that the severity of pain is amplified by the length of the duration of his projections. As such, it can be surmised that if he were to experience Mind Burn after an extremely extended period of projection time, the pain caused could undoubtedly force him into a coma or, in the worst case, kill him.

Tobias' abilities make him vulnerable to others with Telepathic abilities. Though he would be more than competent enough to be able to fight off the control of another telepath whilst in his physical form, his body would be considerably vulnerable to any telepath that may have discovered his location whilst projecting. Also, if he is faced up against a stronger Astral Manipulator, his body may be susceptible to possession and his mind being displaced amongst the Astral Plane.

▼ N O T E S:

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//SUPPORTING CAST:

▼ ALLIES

◼ The Phantom | Tobias' handler and the man who, he believes, decided to have the Society raise him after his parents' death. Though their contact is minimal, Tobias harbours great respect for The Phantom and will drop anything should The Phantom come calling.

◼ Sasha Raphaelle | Owner of La Petite Mort and one of the city's best Information Brokers. The pair of them are close business partners, however they also share a somewhat tumultuous romance between each other. Tobias trusts Sasha with his biggest secret; that he is actually a member of the Black Lotus Society. Though their time together has been relatively short, Tobias would stop at nothing to protect her from his enemies.

◼ Lucio Tiago de Souza | Tobias' right-hand man. His loyalty lies with Tobias more than it does the De Vitis Syndicate. This is evident by the sheer lengths he is willing to go in order to appease his boss. Despite Tobias' often cold approach towards his men, he cares about Lucio as if he were a younger brother. As such, he tries his best to guide him and keep him safe, even if that means berating him all too often.

▼ ACQUAINTANCES

◼ Vitis, Raul de | Head of the De Vitis Crime Syndicate. Introduced to each other through the machinations of The Phantom, with Tobias' employment being the main topic of discussion. Raul didn't seem to like the idea at all but The Phantom needn't ask twice.

▼ ENEMIES

◼ Many | Most of them unawares, those who know are already dead.

//STOMPING GROUNDS

◼ THE WHARVES | His current place of 'employment.' After being strong-armed by the Society into employing him, Raul placed Tobias down in The Wharves and practically gave him free roam of the place. No one seemed to ask any questions either, despite none of the gang members ever seeing his likeness before, although Tobias felt the tension as they regarded their new boss. However, they all marched to Raul's tune and right now that tune said Tobias was in charge. Tobias, however, had other ideas. He locked himself away, tending to the books and learning the numbers inside and out, letting the docklands continue on as they'd always done, it wasn't long before the initial unease amongst the lower levels faded away. Pretty soon he'd gathered all he needed to know about the De Vitis' illustrious dockland operations and had even garnered a rapport with the men. There were a few minor instances of insubordination but nothing one or two displays of violence couldn't solve.

◼ LONELY HEARTS CLUB | More specifically, La Petite Mort. Tobias is currently dating the owner of the prestigious gentleman's club whilst also having business dealings regarding the club's sexual services. He tends to keep his appearances rather low-key, so as not to bring attention to his relationship. Tobias will often hide out here whenever he needs to lay low, relying on the protection of the club's guards and its' reputation as a place of peace.

//PARAPHERNALIA

◼ The Black Book | Containing highly-encrypted Black Lotus instructions and information.

【Bleach: Souls Adrift】

Jinzo Kurogama

Abandoned Mansion | Human World

@Oblivion666@yoshua171

The world was on fire. Screams pierced the pitch-black sky as the sounds of clashing steel rang out, easily depicting the cacophony of battle as it raged all around him. Jinzo stood motionless, mouth agasp as he was forced to witness the horrors of that fateful night. Masked figures draped in black cloaks were cutting down each and every one of his fellow Shinigami right in front of him. He could feel an unknown anger swell up inside him. His attention was brought to the fore when another figure, the same as the rest, appeared a few meters in front of him. He couldn't make out any distinctive markings but the feral growl confirmed that this thing was not normal. Instinct told him to reach for his zanpakuto but his hand would not move. Panic began to circle like a wily predator as he willed his hand to move once again, this time a grimace filling his face. He struggled against an invisible force to move his arm and only through a herculean effort did he manage to finally place his hand on the hilt of his blade.

Abnormally worn out, he turned his attention from his hand back to the creature in front of him, ragged breathing overcoming him from his struggle to move. It had sauntered closer by now and had suddenly drawn its' own zanpakuto. Jinzo steeled his nerves and tried to draw his sword but to no avail. He tried again, yanking at the hilt several times as the thorns of panic slowly wrapped themselves around his heart. The creature was drawing nearer, its' earlier growl having changed into the barely recognizable sound of laughter. Sweat began to ooze from the pores of his skin as a wave of goosebumps washed over him, Jinzo finally began to panic, still attempting to draw his zanpakuto.

The creature was upon him now, Jinzo tried to move backwards but the attempt was met only by pain. He looked down to find the creature's blade piercing his chest, he felt his legs give way underneath him and his body fall to its' knees, the sounds of combat dulled by the rush of blood pounding in his ears. By now the masked invader was laughing maniacally, all the while carefully and painstakingly digging his blade deeper into Jinzo's flesh. His world began to darken, with only the feeling of horror to comfort him. His last image was that of his Captain, Sannouske, falling in battle clutching his throat as bloody gore spilled between his fingers.

Jinzo opened his eyes and breathed. 'Just a nightmare.' He thought. Another in a recent string of disturbing images that had plagued his sleep of late. He pushed himself off of the wall he'd been leaning up against, noticing that almost everyone had arrived to hear the Captain Commander's speech. He'd been one of the earliest to arrive, even despite the internal argument he'd had with himself to stay in bed just five minutes longer. No, it had been four months since the Commander had cobbled together what was left of the Old Gotei Thirteen and this was to be his first major announcement. Though normally Jinzo could have cared less, he was beginning to think that these nightmares, coupled with his deep-seated regret over the night of the attack, were starting to change him. 'Nonsense!' He thought to himself, shaking his head with a frown.

Once everyone had showed, Commander Yanagi began his prepared statement. Jinzo listened along, partially. Most of it was fluff, aimed to rile everyone up but he just couldn't buy it. Everyone, except himself, had had their asses kicked five years ago. How could he expect a few words to make up for that? Nonetheless, Jinzo gave the man another chance. He noted the Commander's plan, it certainly was a different approach. After the previous attempts to regain the Seireitei had failed, Jinzo had resigned himself to the Human World. It wasn't such a bad place after all and it meant that his time remained unburdened by the weight of responsibility. But this plan would certainly change things, he would be expected to act in accordance with everyone else, which meant seeking out the enemy, which meant fighting. He questioned, again, why he'd gotten out of bed so early in the first place. After all, this was starting to sound like a bad idea to him. But something kept him stood there. Stood amongst his fellows, the ones who had truly fought and lost everything all those years ago. A pang of regret struck him, not for the first time and as the Commander made to leave the Mansion, Jinzo followed swiftly behind.

"So you got a plan there, Commander? 'Cause if Kurogama got lazy he probably fell asleep on the stairs!"

"Pssh! And just who're you calling lazy, Third Seat?" He exclaimed, suddenly appearing behind Yūbina Hōshakō, the man from the Second Division who was to be his squad-mate, alongside Old Man Serizawa and the Commander himself. "Maybe you oughta stop throwing out insults and focus more on your rear, 'cause if this was a fight, I'd have got you dead!" He laughed.

【Bleach: Souls Adrift】

【Kurogama, Jinzo - Sendou】

【Everyday is a holiday/|\Sometimes fights tho/|\...But then it's back to sleep :)/|\Oh yeah! Sometimes emotions too!】

_{~*Sigh* "Let's get this over with already."~}

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【Personal Info】

Hider

【Name:
Kurogama, Jinzo.

【Nicknames:
Jin-kun/san. Gama-kun. Pirate-sama.

【Alias:
Sendou(The Boatman).

【Age:
463.

【Age Appearance:
23.

【Gender:
Male.

【Race:
Shinigami.

【Former Rank:
Lieutenant.

【Former Division:
11th Division.

【Additional Appearance Info:
Despite his constant habit of slouching, Jinzo stands tall at 5'10". He weighs in at 169lbs (76kg) and sports an average physique. He comes off as scruffy, leaving his black hair messy and unkempt (although he prefers the term 'windswept'). He views the world through dull grey eyes, which often tends to reflect his actual view on things. His skin is pale and soft due to the extended amounts of time he spends sleeping under any form of shade.

His fashion sense is just as scruffy as the rest of him. Preferring to opt for baggy, pyjama-like wear rather than form-fitting combat clothing. He is forced to at least wear some leather armour by his Captain but it isn't something he enjoys or feels comfortable in. The one item of clothing he almost always wears is his blue jacket, often going to extreme lengths to protect it from dirt or damage.

He keeps his Zanpakuto slung across his back through the use of a ribbon that he tied to each end of the sheath. He wears it like this because he hates the way it knocks against his leg as he walks and also because it's easier to remove it for when he wants to lay down. He also keeps on his person a small carving knife that he uses rarely to exercise his talent at woodcarving. He likes to keep his carvings a secret since they, more-often-than-not, end up being nude women in various promiscuous poses.

【Biography:

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Jinzo Kurogama. Born into the head branch of the Noble Kurogama Clan. Lived most of his early life as a silver-spoon-fed momma's-boy until she was raped and murdered, whilst his father and his entourage were away on business, by a notorious criminal (INSERT NAME HERE), who was known for breaking into wealthy estates to commit these atrocities at the time. It was during (INSERT NAME HERE)'s second visit to repeat his vile act upon his younger sister, that Jinzo took up a decorative ancestral sword of the Kurogama clan to slay the heinous criminal before he could commit his terrible crime once again. At only the young age of 6, this was Jinzo first prodigal display of Zanjutsu.

Fast-forward a bit to the Shino Academy Graduation. Jinzo barely graduates by the skin of his teeth, reason being that he finished the highest in his class at Zanjutsu, with a score not seen or equaled for centuries prior. Also, given his father's status as Head of the Kurogama Clan, strings were pulled to land him a 3rd seat position in the 11th Division.

Skip summore time. 12th Division Captain; Zume Tatasuko acknowledges Jinzo's Shikai ability, accepting him as a student of Reiheika. Jinzo develops Hiso Inekari, one of the first few legitimate Reiheika techniques. Zume recommends Jinzo for the recently vacated 11th Division Lieutenant position, despite him being a 3rd Seat. Jinzo challenges the 2nd Seat for the right to be considered and wins, successfully securing the Lieutenant position.

Five years before current time. Jinzo genuinely sleeps through the invasion of the Soul Society and wakes up having been exiled to the Human World. He titles himself the only Undefeated Member of the Gotei 13.

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【Personality:
When polled about who the laziest member of the Gotei 13 was, Jinzo came in at number one. He's also up there with being the most perverted but his need for sleep oftentimes gets in the way of his more salacious thoughts. His indolence stems from his natural talent in Zanjutsu, which remains one of the many reasons why he was the 11th Division's Lieutenant for so long. He didn't relish the position of power he'd been given but he understood that it was the perfect place for a man like himself, where he could easily delegate menial tasks to the lower seats without much effort involved. He is well known to shirk responsibility in favour of goofing off but he refused to give up his position due to the easy lifestyle it afforded him. Due to this, Jinzo can be seen as very self-serving or selfish, though he doesn't intend it maliciously. Where others might go out of their way to serve their own agendas, Jinzo simply prefers not to be lumbered with too much responsibility.

Generally, Jinzo is seen as a tranquil man but he has been known to show mild states of anger. Nothing quite comparable to his Captain, but it remains a sight to behold due to how rarely he ever gets mad. During these less-than-infrequent states, Jinzo can become quite sadistic. He also becomes far more focused, his intent usually being to destroy the thing that is preventing him from continuing his easy lifestyle. He isn't fond of himself when he's angry often stating that he uses far more energy than necessary, despite the fact that he actually becomes more efficient with his Zanjutsu. When it comes to women, Jinzo isn't much of a ladies' man. Although he'd sometimes like to be, he simply doesn't have the patience to put in the amount of effort required to be one. It is because of this that he is seen to be more of a closeted pervert, often sating his lust through the carving of wooden female figurines and smut magazines rather than actually talking to girls.

In more recent times, Jinzo has grown more and more insolent toward others. His rude remarks often paint him in a bad light, though he assures people he only means them in jest. With regards to the current situation of the Gotei 13, Jinzo feels as if he should just go with the flow until things pan out eventually. He harbours a small amount of regret for not doing more when he could have, but only because he has lost his easy lifestyle within the Seireitei. He also would never reveal this feeling of regret to anyone.

【Notable Traits】

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【Likes/Dislikes】

✔ Women.
✔ Sleeping.
✔ Ice Cream.
✔ Noodles.
✔ His Jacket.
✔ Smut Magazines.
✔ Woodcarving.
✔ Ending fights quickly.
✔ Shaded areas.

✘ Prudes.
✘ Fruit.
✘ Long fights.
✘ Unnecessary tasks.
✘ Kill-joys.
✘ Being told what to do.
✘ His jacket being dirty or damaged.
✘ Being woken up.
✘ Being shouted at.

【Defining Traits】

Positive

▲ Forthright.
▲ Entertaining.
▲ Honest.
▲ Confident.

Neutral

☯ Nonchalant.
☯ Opportunistic.
☯ Talkative.
☯ Savvy.

Negative

▼ Lazy.
▼ Snobbish.
▼ Selfish.
▼ Sadistic.

【Relationships】

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【Capabilities】

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【General Aptitude】

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Great Reiryoku(2/4): Jinzo's Reiryoku isn't what you'd consider special in any way. In fact it leans more towards the mediocre side. However, that has never deterred him or forced him to shy away during battle, mostly because of his reliance on the abilities of his Shikai which allows him to drain the Reiatsu of others. As such, Jinzo will often fight using the Reiatsu he's drained first. Only during particular lengthy bouts, will he then be forced to draw on his own Reiryoku reserves. His Reiryoku, displayed upon activation of his Shikai, can be seen in Lime Green.

Incredible Reiatsu(4/4): Despite his less-than-impressive Reiryoku, Jinzo possesses exemplary skill in Reiatsu control. This is, in part, due to the nature of his Shikai which drains Reiatsu directly and allows the Lieutenant to utilize it for himself. He is well-known for streamlining his Reiatsu during a fight, making his use of Reiatsu one of the most efficient and exceptional amongst the Old Gotei 13. This affords him the ability to perform enhanced strikes and techniques at an extremely proficient level without wasting too much Reiatsu.

Average Alignment(2/4): Jinzo is very aware of his flaws and faults. Only they don't pose so much as a problem for him as they might others, however, due to his indolent personality. So whilst he acknowledges that he could certainly improve in some areas, his willingness to want to change those areas is certainly lackluster.

Zanjutsu Legend(5/4): A natural-born prodigy. Jinzo's Zanjutsu isn't something he's ever really had to try hard to improve upon, although, his time spent as Lieutenant of the 11th Division has certainly propelled his skill level toward that of a Legendary status. As is fitting for a member of the 11th, Jinzo's Zanjutsu capabilities are repeatedly applauded by other members of the Old Gotei 13, some even going so far as to say that a few of the Captains would even struggle against his well-noted prowess in this area.

Legendary Offense(5/4): When it comes to offense, Jinzo's ability is harrowing to say the least. Not due to sheer strength or speed, but simply his efficiency. Granted, he uses speed and strength to some degree but they remain slaves to his timing and precision. Both of which stand proudly atop all his other attributes where offense is concerned. Whether he is pressing the attack or waiting to counter, Jinzo knows the exact moment to strike and precisely where each strike will land, regardless of what his opponent is doing. A supporting factor of this is his stark unpredictability, he never allows himself to settle into a rhythm for too long but just long enough to lull his opponents into a false sense of security, before he strikes, rendering them either too shocked to respond or attempting to defend with a poorly prepared block. Overall, Jinzo's offensive abilities can seem overwhelming but at the same time exploitative. There aren't many who can withstand his onslaught when he decides to go on the attack.

Incredible Defense(4/4): If you thought his offense was impressive, then be warned that Jinzo's defense-game isn't something to sniff at either. Throughout his many years using Zanjutsu, there aren't many attacks he would have come across that he didn't know how to defend against. Coupled with his Legendary Mobility and Impressive Perception, there isn't much in the way of offense that Jinzo can't deal with, especially where sword-fighting is concerned. Take note, crossing blades with Jinzo Kurogama requires more than just the willingness to die, because when it comes to Zanjutsu, he is always at least 3 moves ahead.

Average Resonance(2/4): Whilst his use of a Zanpakuto is a spectacle to behold, the actual bond with his sword leaves a lot to be desired. And although he has managed to retain his ability to perform Shikai, he is far from mastering it. This is due to their completely contrasting personalities. What little interaction they do have with each other has only managed to leave a rift between them. Jinzo sees this only as a problem that would take far too much effort to resolve.

Untrained Hakuda(0/4): Jinzo has shown no interest in Hakuda, due to it being an inefficient and labor-some method of killing.

Poor Offense(0/4): Nah.

Poor Defense(0/4): Nah again.

Incredible Physical Strength(4/4): Having trained in Zanjutsu for his entire tenure as a Shinigami, Jinzo has amassed an exceptional level of Physical Strength. He uses this strength to enhance the power of his Zanpakuto, being able to slice through flesh and bone with ease along with other, more durable materials such as rocks and metals. When pitted against other fighters, however, the Lieutenant tends to hold back on the use of his strength in favour of precision.

Untrained Kidō(0/4): Merely the thought of trying to remember each Kido Incantation wears Jinzo out.

Poor Kido Power(0/4): No Kido training = No power put into Kido. Duh.

Impressive Perception(3/4): For a guy with one eye, you'd think he'd have trouble seeing things. Well that's where you'd be wrong. Despite lacking a secondary ocular organ, Jinzo manages to see just as well as anyone else does. In fact, in some cases, he is able to perceive things better than those without the hindrance of a missing eye. Oftentimes, these cases tend to be during combat. Though this is mostly due to his extensive experience in Zanjutsu and that he's been alive longer with only one eye than when when he had two.

Hohō Grandmaster(4/4): Although probably not the most proficient Shunpo practitioner, Jinzo is still considered to be at a Grandmaster level. His speed should be well regarded, especially due to his fighting style which, when coupled with his insane level of Shunpo, could easily end a fight in mere moments. It should also be noted that, during combat, the 11th Squad Lieutenant prefers not to rely solely on speed to win the day. Instead he utilizes it as part of a bigger collective, one that requires a highly proficient level of Hohō to be the first to gain higher ground, force an opening through a rapid change of position and, finally, executing those last moment evasive maneuvers in order to score a killing blow.

Legendary Mobility(5/4): As an advocate of combative efficiency, Jinzo's mobility is finely tuned. His bodily control is at such a pinnacle, that it's almost impossible to spot any waste in his movements. This affords him to be able to perform maneuvers on a level that only a few others can reach. Whilst he tends to shy away from more acrobatic displays, he utilizes his legendary athleticism to perform normal combat feats but at their absolute peak.

Average Resilience(2/4): Jinzo's Average Resilience highly reflects his current level of Reiryoku, it's low considering his station. Although, he bolsters through his defensive prowess and mobility. In his mind, not getting hit is infinitely better than being able to take a hit. Whenever he does get hit, however, Jinzo is forced to utilize his Reiatsu to make up the difference, at least until he can regain control of the situation.

【Specialization】

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Reiheika | 霊兵戈 | Spirit Warfare: Reiatsu 3; Perception 3.

Upon achieving the level of Shikai, Jinzo was noted for his ability to drain reiatsu by a very important man within the Gotei 13. Captain of the 12th Division: Zume Tatasuko. It is he who selected Jinzo to become one of the few shinigami to enter the study of Reiheika. In essence, this skill is one in which a shinigami condenses, focuses, and controls their own reiatsu, forming it into an invisible tool. How this works is; rather than merely exerting reiatsu, the user focuses it into useful shapes and then projects them outwards from their person. It is through the study of this cutting edge science, that Jinzo was able to develop his first and only Shikai Technique: Hiso Inekari. At full mastery, Reiheika can be used in more exceptional ways, allowing the user to lift and manipulate objects—and sometimes even people—as if they were using their own two hands.

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【Zanpakuto】

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Sealed State

_{~"Release me unto your world and I shall drink it dry!"~}

Inner World
Jinzo's Inner World is one of desolation. It is a reflection on the poor relationship shared between him and his zanpakuto: Tamashī Shūkaku. The most prominent feature of his Inner World is a twisted tree formed entirely of bones. This is where Shūkaku usually resides whenever Jinzo visits. There is no sun or wind in this world which only enhances the stench of death that hangs about the place. It is complemented with many various green flames dotted all around to illuminate the world. All of this makes Jinzo very uneasy about his Inner World and he generally loathes having to go there.

Spirit

Zanpakuto Personality: Tamashī Shūkaku can mainly be seen as bloodthirsty being. Although he prefers Reiatsu over the blood of his enemies. It is due to his unquenchable thirst for reiatsu that his only wish is for Jinzo to keep fighting, a wish that often goes unwarranted due to his master's incredibly lazy nature. Because of this, Tamashī Shūkaku is seen to be irritable most of the time unless Jinzo is fighting. Even then, however, things aren't always as good as they can be. He loathes the fact that Jinzo always tries to rush his fights. He much prefers a long, drawn-out fight so that he may drink from his enemies for longer periods. It is due to a combination of Jinzo's laziness and his constant thirst for reiatsu that he has become callous towards even his allies. So much so that his Passive State also affects his friends.

Shikai

_{~Sakeru! Tamashī Shūkaku | 裂ける! 魂収穫 | Rend! Harvester of Souls~}

Ability: Tamashī Shūkaku's ability works in two states.

Passive State: Hofuku Mugon | 匍匐 無言 | Creeping Silence - Tamashī Shūkaku's passive state slowly drains the reiatsu of any being within a 30m radius from Jinzo's position. The amount of reiatsu drained is relatively small but constant, however, Jinzo would not be able to rely solely on this ability to keep his own Reiatsu levels up during battle. The amount he exerts during a fight far exceeds the amount that could be regained from just depending on this passive state. As such, Jinzo prefers to utilize it offensively, rather than defensively, by using his mobility to keep his opponents within its' radius in order to drain his enemies faster and end the battle. (Note: This also affects allies!)

Active State: Damaru Kōgeki | 黙る攻撃 | Silent Strike - Tamashī Shūkaku's active state works whenever it lands a hit on Jinzo's opponent, clashes with another zanpakuto or is used to block projectile attacks formed of reiatsu. During any of these three occurrences, Tamashī Shūkaku drains anywhere from 10-15% of an opponent's reiatsu (exerted power, not stored power). The amount varies per hit and scales relative to the amount of reiatsu being exerted at the time.

Techniques

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Hiso Inekari | 秘所 稲刈り | Hidden Reaping - Utilizing either his own reiatsu or the reiatsu drained from his enemies, Jinzo can condense reiatsu to create a massive, invisible scythe that follows the movements of his own scythe with a slightly delayed response (2 seconds). This invisible scythe can cut through anything a normal blade would but can also be enhanced with higher amounts of reiatsu to cut through more durable materials. Whilst this technique remains invisible to Jinzo's enemies, the scythe can be detected by those who are able to sense reiatsu to a decent level. Naturally, the higher the amount of reiatsu that has been injected into the technique, the easier it is to detect and avoid. At a basic level, Hiso Inekari uses a high amount of reiatsu to perform, meaning that Jinzo cannot use it for extended periods of time.

Bankai
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_{~Shisaigo Shūkaku | 死の最後の収穫 | Final Harvest of Death~}

Ability:

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【Bleach: Souls Adrift】

Still got a few things left to do: 2nd Specialization, Relationships & Bio. But essentially the main stuff is there.

【Kurogama, Jinzo - Sendou】

【Everyday is a holiday/|\Sometimes fights tho/|\...But then it's back to sleep :)/|\Oh yeah! Sometimes emotions too!】

_{~*Sigh* "Let's get this over with already."~}

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【Personal Info】

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【Name:
Kurogama, Jinzo.

【Nicknames:
Jin-kun/san. Gama-kun. Pirate-sama.

【Alias:
Sendou(The Boatman).

【Age:
463.

【Age Appearance:
23.

【Gender:
Male.

【Race:
Shinigami.

【Former Rank:
Lieutenant.

【Former Division:
11th Division.

【Additional Appearance Info:
Despite his constant habit of slouching, Jinzo stands tall at 5'10". He weighs in at 169lbs (76kg) and sports an average physique. He comes off as scruffy, leaving his black hair messy and unkempt (although he prefers the term 'windswept'). He views the world through dull grey eyes, which often tends to reflect his actual view on things. His skin is pale and soft due to the extended amounts of time he spends sleeping under any form of shade.

His fashion sense is just as scruffy as the rest of him. Preferring to opt for baggy, pyjama-like wear rather than form-fitting combat clothing. He is forced to at least wear some leather armour by his Captain but it isn't something he enjoys or feels comfortable in. The one item of clothing he almost always wears is his blue jacket, often going to extreme lengths to protect it from dirt or damage.

He keeps his Zanpakuto slung across his back through the use of a ribbon that he tied to each end of the sheath. He wears it like this because he hates the way it knocks against his leg as he walks and also because it's easier to remove it for when he wants to lay down. He also keeps on his person a small carving knife that he uses rarely to exercise his talent at woodcarving. He likes to keep his carvings a secret since they, more-often-than-not, end up being nude women in various promiscuous poses.

【Biography:

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Jinzo Kurogama. Born into the head branch of the Noble Kurogama Clan. Lived most of his early life as a silver-spoon-fed momma's-boy until she was raped and murdered, whilst his father and his entourage were away on business, by a notorious criminal (INSERT NAME HERE), who was known for breaking into wealthy estates to commit these atrocities at the time. It was during (INSERT NAME HERE)'s second visit to repeat his vile act upon his younger sister, that Jinzo took up a decorative ancestral sword of the Kurogama clan to slay the heinous criminal before he could commit his terrible crime once again. At only the young age of 6, this was Jinzo first prodigal display of Zanjutsu.

Fast-forward a bit to the Shino Academy Graduation. Jinzo barely graduates by the skin of his teeth, reason being that he finished the highest in his class at Zanjutsu, with a score not seen or equaled for centuries prior. Also, given his father's status as Head of the Kurogama Clan, strings were pulled to land him a 3rd seat position in the 11th Division.

Skip summore time. 12th Division Captain; Zume Tatasuko acknowledges Jinzo's Shikai ability, accepting him as a student of Reiheika. Jinzo develops Hiso Inekari, one of the first few legitimate Reiheika techniques. Zume recommends Jinzo for the recently vacated 11th Division Lieutenant position, despite him being a 3rd Seat. Jinzo challenges the 2nd Seat for the right to be considered and wins, successfully securing the Lieutenant position.

Five years before current time. Jinzo genuinely sleeps through the invasion of the Soul Society and wakes up having been exiled to the Human World. He titles himself the only Undefeated Member of the Gotei 13.

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【Personality:
When polled about who the laziest member of the Gotei 13 was, Jinzo came in at number one. He's also up there with being the most perverted but his need for sleep oftentimes gets in the way of his more salacious thoughts. His indolence stems from his natural talent in Zanjutsu, which remains one of the many reasons why he was the 11th Division's Lieutenant for so long. He didn't relish the position of power he'd been given but he understood that it was the perfect place for a man like himself, where he could easily delegate menial tasks to the lower seats without much effort involved. He is well known to shirk responsibility in favour of goofing off but he refused to give up his position due to the easy lifestyle it afforded him. Due to this, Jinzo can be seen as very self-serving or selfish, though he doesn't intend it maliciously. Where others might go out of their way to serve their own agendas, Jinzo simply prefers not to be lumbered with too much responsibility.

Generally, Jinzo is seen as a tranquil man but he has been known to show mild states of anger. Nothing quite comparable to his Captain, but it remains a sight to behold due to how rarely he ever gets mad. During these less-than-infrequent states, Jinzo can become quite sadistic. He also becomes far more focused, his intent usually being to destroy the thing that is preventing him from continuing his easy lifestyle. He isn't fond of himself when he's angry often stating that he uses far more energy than necessary, despite the fact that he actually becomes more efficient with his Zanjutsu. When it comes to women, Jinzo isn't much of a ladies' man. Although he'd sometimes like to be, he simply doesn't have the patience to put in the amount of effort required to be one. It is because of this that he is seen to be more of a closeted pervert, often sating his lust through the carving of wooden female figurines and smut magazines rather than actually talking to girls.

In more recent times, Jinzo has grown more and more insolent toward others. His rude remarks often paint him in a bad light, though he assures people he only means them in jest. With regards to the current situation of the Gotei 13, Jinzo feels as if he should just go with the flow until things pan out eventually. He harbours a small amount of regret for not doing more when he could have, but only because he has lost his easy lifestyle within the Seireitei. He also would never reveal this feeling of regret to anyone.

【Notable Traits】

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【Likes/Dislikes】

✔ Women.
✔ Sleeping.
✔ Ice Cream.
✔ Noodles.
✔ His Jacket.
✔ Smut Magazines.
✔ Woodcarving.
✔ Ending fights quickly.
✔ Shaded areas.

✘ Prudes.
✘ Fruit.
✘ Long fights.
✘ Unnecessary tasks.
✘ Kill-joys.
✘ Being told what to do.
✘ His jacket being dirty or damaged.
✘ Being woken up.
✘ Being shouted at.

【Defining Traits】

Positive

▲ Forthright.
▲ Entertaining.
▲ Honest.
▲ Confident.

Neutral

☯ Nonchalant.
☯ Opportunistic.
☯ Talkative.
☯ Savvy.

Negative

▼ Lazy.
▼ Snobbish.
▼ Selfish.
▼ Sadistic.

【Relationships】

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【Capabilities】

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【General Aptitude】

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Great Reiryoku(2/4): Jinzo's Reiryoku isn't what you'd consider special in any way. In fact it leans more towards the mediocre side. However, that has never deterred him or forced him to shy away during battle, mostly because of his reliance on the abilities of his Shikai which allows him to drain the Reiatsu of others. As such, Jinzo will often fight using the Reiatsu he's drained first. Only during particular lengthy bouts, will he then be forced to draw on his own Reiryoku reserves. His Reiryoku, displayed upon activation of his Shikai, can be seen in Lime Green.

Incredible Reiatsu(4/4): Despite his less-than-impressive Reiryoku, Jinzo possesses exemplary skill in Reiatsu control. This is, in part, due to the nature of his Shikai which drains Reiatsu directly and allows the Lieutenant to utilize it for himself. He is well-known for streamlining his Reiatsu during a fight, making his use of Reiatsu one of the most efficient and exceptional amongst the Old Gotei 13. This affords him the ability to perform enhanced strikes and techniques at an extremely proficient level without wasting too much Reiatsu.

Average Alignment(2/4): Jinzo is very aware of his flaws and faults. Only they don't pose so much as a problem for him as they might others, however, due to his indolent personality. So whilst he acknowledges that he could certainly improve in some areas, his willingness to want to change those areas is certainly lackluster.

Zanjutsu Legend(5/4): A natural-born prodigy. Jinzo's Zanjutsu isn't something he's ever really had to try hard to improve upon, although, his time spent as Lieutenant of the 11th Division has certainly propelled his skill level toward that of a Legendary status. As is fitting for a member of the 11th, Jinzo's Zanjutsu capabilities are repeatedly applauded by other members of the Old Gotei 13, some even going so far as to say that a few of the Captains would even struggle against his well-noted prowess in this area.

Legendary Offense(5/4): When it comes to offense, Jinzo's ability is harrowing to say the least. Not due to sheer strength or speed, but simply his efficiency. Granted, he uses speed and strength to some degree but they remain slaves to his timing and precision. Both of which stand proudly atop all his other attributes where offense is concerned. Whether he is pressing the attack or waiting to counter, Jinzo knows the exact moment to strike and precisely where each strike will land, regardless of what his opponent is doing. A supporting factor of this is his stark unpredictability, he never allows himself to settle into a rhythm for too long but just long enough to lull his opponents into a false sense of security, before he strikes, rendering them either too shocked to respond or attempting to defend with a poorly prepared block. Overall, Jinzo's offensive abilities can seem overwhelming but at the same time exploitative. There aren't many who can withstand his onslaught when he decides to go on the attack.

Incredible Defense(4/4): If you thought his offense was impressive, then be warned that Jinzo's defense-game isn't something to sniff at either. Throughout his many years using Zanjutsu, there aren't many attacks he would have come across that he didn't know how to defend against. Coupled with his Legendary Mobility and Impressive Perception, there isn't much in the way of offense that Jinzo can't deal with, especially where sword-fighting is concerned. Take note, crossing blades with Jinzo Kurogama requires more than just the willingness to die, because when it comes to Zanjutsu, he is always at least 3 moves ahead.

Average Resonance(2/4): Whilst his use of a Zanpakuto is a spectacle to behold, the actual bond with his sword leaves a lot to be desired. And although he has managed to retain his ability to perform Shikai, he is far from mastering it. This is due to their completely contrasting personalities. What little interaction they do have with each other has only managed to leave a rift between them. Jinzo sees this only as a problem that would take far too much effort to resolve.

Untrained Hakuda(0/4): Jinzo has shown no interest in Hakuda, due to it being an inefficient and labor-some method of killing.

Poor Offense(0/4): Nah.

Poor Defense(0/4): Nah again.

Incredible Physical Strength(4/4): Having trained in Zanjutsu for his entire tenure as a Shinigami, Jinzo has amassed an exceptional level of Physical Strength. He uses this strength to enhance the power of his Zanpakuto, being able to slice through flesh and bone with ease along with other, more durable materials such as rocks and metals. When pitted against other fighters, however, the Lieutenant tends to hold back on the use of his strength in favour of precision.

Untrained Kidō(0/4): Merely the thought of trying to remember each Kido Incantation wears Jinzo out.

Poor Kido Power(0/4): No Kido training = No power put into Kido. Duh.

Impressive Perception(3/4): For a guy with one eye, you'd think he'd have trouble seeing things. Well that's where you'd be wrong. Despite lacking a secondary ocular organ, Jinzo manages to see just as well as anyone else does. In fact, in some cases, he is able to perceive things better than those without the hindrance of a missing eye. Oftentimes, these cases tend to be during combat. Though this is mostly due to his extensive experience in Zanjutsu and that he's been alive longer with only one eye than when when he had two.

Hohō Grandmaster(4/4): Although probably not the most proficient Shunpo practitioner, Jinzo is still considered to be at a Grandmaster level. His speed should be well regarded, especially due to his fighting style which, when coupled with his insane level of Shunpo, could easily end a fight in mere moments. It should also be noted that, during combat, the 11th Squad Lieutenant prefers not to rely solely on speed to win the day. Instead he utilizes it as part of a bigger collective, one that requires a highly proficient level of Hohō to be the first to gain higher ground, force an opening through a rapid change of position and, finally, executing those last moment evasive maneuvers in order to score a killing blow.

Legendary Mobility(5/4): As an advocate of combative efficiency, Jinzo's mobility is finely tuned. His bodily control is at such a pinnacle, that it's almost impossible to spot any waste in his movements. This affords him to be able to perform maneuvers on a level that only a few others can reach. Whilst he tends to shy away from more acrobatic displays, he utilizes his legendary athleticism to perform normal combat feats but at their absolute peak.

Average Resilience(2/4): Jinzo's Average Resilience highly reflects his current level of Reiryoku, it's low considering his station. Although, he bolsters through his defensive prowess and mobility. In his mind, not getting hit is infinitely better than being able to take a hit. Whenever he does get hit, however, Jinzo is forced to utilize his Reiatsu to make up the difference, at least until he can regain control of the situation.

【Specialization】

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Reiheika | 霊兵戈 | Spirit Warfare: Reiatsu 3; Perception 3.

Upon achieving the level of Shikai, Jinzo was noted for his ability to drain reiatsu by a very important man within the Gotei 13. Captain of the 12th Division: Zume Tatasuko. It is he who selected Jinzo to become one of the few shinigami to enter the study of Reiheika. In essence, this skill is one in which a shinigami condenses, focuses, and controls their own reiatsu, forming it into an invisible tool. How this works is; rather than merely exerting reiatsu, the user focuses it into useful shapes and then projects them outwards from their person. It is through the study of this cutting edge science, that Jinzo was able to develop his first and only Shikai Technique: Hiso Inekari. At full mastery, Reiheika can be used in more exceptional ways, allowing the user to lift and manipulate objects—and sometimes even people—as if they were using their own two hands.

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Sealed State

_{~"Release me unto your world and I shall drink it dry!"~}

Inner World
Jinzo's Inner World is one of desolation. It is a reflection on the poor relationship shared between him and his zanpakuto: Tamashī Shūkaku. The most prominent feature of his Inner World is a twisted tree formed entirely of bones. This is where Shūkaku usually resides whenever Jinzo visits. There is no sun or wind in this world which only enhances the stench of death that hangs about the place. It is complemented with many various green flames dotted all around to illuminate the world. All of this makes Jinzo very uneasy about his Inner World and he generally loathes having to go there.

Spirit

Zanpakuto Personality: Tamashī Shūkaku can mainly be seen as bloodthirsty being. Although he prefers Reiatsu over the blood of his enemies. It is due to his unquenchable thirst for reiatsu that his only wish is for Jinzo to keep fighting, a wish that often goes unwarranted due to his master's incredibly lazy nature. Because of this, Tamashī Shūkaku is seen to be irritable most of the time unless Jinzo is fighting. Even then, however, things aren't always as good as they can be. He loathes the fact that Jinzo always tries to rush his fights. He much prefers a long, drawn-out fight so that he may drink from his enemies for longer periods. It is due to a combination of Jinzo's laziness and his constant thirst for reiatsu that he has become callous towards even his allies. So much so that his Passive State also affects his friends.

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_{~Sakeru! Tamashī Shūkaku | 裂ける! 魂収穫 | Rend! Harvester of Souls~}

Ability: Tamashī Shūkaku's ability works in two states.

Passive State: Hofuku Mugon | 匍匐 無言 | Creeping Silence - Tamashī Shūkaku's passive state slowly drains the reiatsu of any being within a 30m radius from Jinzo's position. The amount of reiatsu drained is relatively small but constant, however, Jinzo would not be able to rely solely on this ability to keep his own Reiatsu levels up during battle. The amount he exerts during a fight far exceeds the amount that could be regained from just depending on this passive state. As such, Jinzo prefers to utilize it offensively, rather than defensively, by using his mobility to keep his opponents within its' radius in order to drain his enemies faster and end the battle. (Note: This also affects allies!)

Active State: Damaru Kōgeki | 黙る攻撃 | Silent Strike - Tamashī Shūkaku's active state works whenever it lands a hit on Jinzo's opponent, clashes with another zanpakuto or is used to block projectile attacks formed of reiatsu. During any of these three occurrences, Tamashī Shūkaku drains anywhere from 10-15% of an opponent's reiatsu (exerted power, not stored power). The amount varies per hit and scales relative to the amount of reiatsu being exerted at the time.

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Hiso Inekari | 秘所 稲刈り | Hidden Reaping - Utilizing either his own reiatsu or the reiatsu drained from his enemies, Jinzo can condense reiatsu to create a massive, invisible scythe that follows the movements of his own scythe with a slightly delayed response (2 seconds). This invisible scythe can cut through anything a normal blade would but can also be enhanced with higher amounts of reiatsu to cut through more durable materials. Whilst this technique remains invisible to Jinzo's enemies, the scythe can be detected by those who are able to sense reiatsu to a decent level. Naturally, the higher the amount of reiatsu that has been injected into the technique, the easier it is to detect and avoid. At a basic level, Hiso Inekari uses a high amount of reiatsu to perform, meaning that Jinzo cannot use it for extended periods of time.

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_{~Shisaigo Shūkaku | 死の最後の収穫 | Final Harvest of Death~}

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