[BSD-RP] Soul Society: Central Seireitei

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This was awkward. Himari was one to love silence but the walk to the training room filled Himari with a sense of awkwardness that she wanted to pull her hair out. She was excited, none the less, but she was also still in shock this was even happening really. She was used to being alone, stuck in a room somewhere. This was different. And also this was the longest she’s been with Tenzen in the same distance so that was a change as well.
As Himari kept to her thoughts, she heard the sound of the captains’ shoes stop which makes her look up just in time to see that he stopped walking which made her stop as well. She was about to ask what was happening when a man suddenly came up to them, giving Tenzen a wave. It was back to being awkward again. She had no idea who this guy was. But she stood silently and listened to them talk. As they were to talk, another man would come into the room. This one was familiar but he didn’t know his name.
“"Let's go, as members of this Division you'll need to learn and know about these sorts of things. And you...Mr. Eleventh Division, we won't be using a Senkaimon to get you into Hueco Mundo. Oh and you, get back to your station."”
Himari raised an eyebrow to this. The words ‘Hueco Mundo’ wasn’t new. She’s read about it in texts. But it was a little weird hearing about it out loud like this. And they were supposed to be going there? And a Senkaimon to go there. It seemed to be pretty dangerous to do this.
She listened as Tenzen directed all of his sayings to the man from the eleventh division and she was a little annoyed because she didn’t understand any of it, but she kept silent and looked at the both of them as they talked. She blinked as Tenzen seemed to be in control and not stuttering as he spoke to the man before. It was different than how he had spoken to her before.
It almost made her laugh.
As he started talking to herself and the man beside her, is when she looked up again. She was a little amused. But kept a straight face, not showing any emotion

 

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He is noticed…
The esteemed Captain calls upon him and so he approaches. No reluctance in any step taken. His Zanpakuto grasped firmly, this time in the palm of his right hand. Ambidextrous at his best… Finishing his instruction and informative speech to Hibiki, he is sent off. Moving without pause, no hindrance to his path as the mission is set in stone. His confidence over-flows through him, radiating from his being like a beacon. Arashi only hoped that the Squad Eleventh member held the necessary tactics and mind-set to come back as he believed he would, unscathed… Through a glance, an inaudible good luck is stated. May the Soul King be with him…
Arriving now, Katsuo Oda, his mission well in the works too. To combat the infamous Hollow in Karakura. There he will find death, or his calling to greater strength. Will he prevail or die trying in the heat of battle? Of course, Arashi wishes he could help him and that emotion grows slightly after feeling his spiritual pressure enter the barracks. However, Oya is nowhere in sight. She did not pick up on his senses, in fact, his senses expanded further. She happens to still be in the Northwest side of the Seireitei… Is it by her choice, or Katsuo’s choice? It is not his place to know, only a blessing of luck can be given to Katsuo. May the Soul King be with him as well.
By their sides, Captain Oda and Himari, training is the objective now. All matters seemed to be taken care of. Is this a test? Though he complimented his mentality, did he wish to test his might as well? To see if he is truly worthy of the title of Lieutenant? Through skill alone, yes, but does his mental state have the will to maintain its wall against the inner-hollow? Doubt, somewhat seeps in… He did not wish for another slip up like before… An uncharacteristic action becomes a characteristic. Captain Oda, gives a questionnaire, two in fact. Answers that he can think about during the walk.
”If you want to fight someone how would you go about starting it? And, at what point do you think a fight has begun?”
His views on battle. That is the end goal… How would Arashi carry himself in conflict. Before, his mind was plagued with softness. A nature that nearly got him killed. Opting to hold back against his foe instead going full throttle and ending it right then and there. However, as he ponders the question, there are various answers he could give here. However, only one can be correct, based on Captain Oda’s preference… In the end, Arashi can only give his best answer. It didn;t take long for him to receive a reply, only walking several meters by far.
”If you are referring to a friend, or a comrade, then a proper spar should be sanctioned upon the agreement of both combatants. Training, sparring as we are about to do now. But if your question is geared towards the enemy, then… My Zanpakuto leaving no trace of them is how I would go about it. I would do my very best to not allow for the enemy the chance to fight back. As far as a beginning point to battle….”
He pauses, his head tilts as his focus moves to Hoshizora, raising the sword before him. He continues…
”I was unaware there is a point in time where a battle begins or ends. The moment I came into existences, the battle never ceased, nor did it ever start. One threat vanquished. Another is soon to take its place. Stronger, better, faster, much like the affliction that we have been blessed and both cursed with… It’s a never ending cycle, Captain Oda. My blade is drawn, even without being drawn…”
Indeed, Arashi has grown so much in these passing months. His view upon the world, forever changed. His inner Hollow making sure that he is always on guard. No rest for the weary… He lowers Hoshizora to his side, his smile retained and his eyes seemingly forever closed. Behind it a cold and merciless steel resolve. The edge he needed and has now. He will make sure of that and if Captain Oda plans for Arashi to perceive him and Himari as the enemy, then so be it… They will feel the strength of Arashi Suta and Yozora Hoshizora… But in the background lies the ferocity of his Inner Hollow…
...Itching…
...Clawing…
Looking for the chance to rip everything apart…

 

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The gate to Hueco Mundo now closed the Kido Corps guards return to their silent watch over the construct that is used to open the said gate. Kido Corps on its own is a no-nonsense organization, their duties are taken seriously just as their secrecy is well protected. Tenzen's new plan for Fifth Division does not and will not extend to them, for the time being at least. For now, Tenzen, Himari, and Arashi walk together to the training room Tenzen holds onto the message that was originally given to the Eleventh Division man, it would have been unfortunate if something like this fell out of his pocket while he was in Hueco Mundo. For a moment there is a brief silence in the group a silence that is broken upon Arashi answering the two questions given to him. Tenzen nods his head listening to the first response and intriguing answer but not what he was looking for, however, his second answer now that made Tenzen want to grin from ear to ear with excitement and joy. It took a lot not to show such an expression and with his Inner Hollow egging him on it was made all the more difficult. He glances over his shoulder at Arashi, the collar of his Kido Corps Haori obscures his face just enough to hide the grin he was still fighting off.
"Suta-san... That second answer was wonderful. From the time we a born into this world to the time we a torn away from it, we are engaged in battle. I was raised on this belief, trained with it, and until the day I die, I shall live with it. I am trying to establish that mentality into this Division that is why everyone you see is on edge. My goal is to instill a sense of battle readiness in this Division so that no matter what happens, no matter where they are, should an invasion take place we will be able to respond and cut down the threat."
He looks forward once again, surprisingly enough he never bumped into anything during the time he took to speak to his new comrade. The three finally would arrive in the training room, Tenzen looks around, closes his eyes, and takes a deep breath and memories of training with his family come flooding back into his mind. The Oda Manor may as well have been a miniature Seireitei in sense of design as even their training rooms are much like the one these three are standing in. He turns to look at Arashi and Himari then starts to lay out the details of the training to them along with addressing Arashi's response to the first question.
"Zankensoki (「斬」「拳」「走」「鬼」, Cut-Fist-Run-Spirit) This is a term you may have heard in the Academy it represents the four forms of combat we Shinigami use. Zan: sword combat, Ken: Hand to hand or Hakuda, So: mobility techniques or Shunpo, and lastly what this Division and Kido Corps excel in Ki: Kido. While we excel in Kido I do not think we should focus on that alone. Should someone close the gap between you and them you will forced to use Zanjutsu or Hakuda. So today we will be focusing on those two, which means no Shunpo and no Kido. We can do a free-for-all or you two can team up and fight against me. Lastly, Suta-san, your first answer is lacking. Worrying about if they are a friend or foe, wanting to make a sanctioned sparring match worrying about those things causes hesitation. Let's use Shirogane for an example, would you have tried to cut him down for his obvious treachery or would you have tried to understand him first?"
The tension in the room began to grow heavy, Tenzen's words do not falter, he doesn't stutter, these things do not happen because as of right now he is teaching. He wants to teach these officers of his what he envisions for the Division. They don't need to agree with his ideology, however, he wants them to understand it he wants them to understand that to prevent another disaster like Shirogane they must be prepared to strike down traitors and invaders alike. If they are someone they idolize, admire, respect, a friend, a lover or even a family member should they turn their blade against Soul Society they must be- no, they WILL be cut down without a second thought.
"Think about that Suta-san, you too Shimizu-san as you already know my answer to the question of how to start a fight. He glares at Arashi. "If you want to fight someone, you just attack."
Tenzen makes the first move dashing forward, without the aid of Shunpo, right for Arashi. His left hand opens up to reveal his palm, perhaps he didn't mean what he said about no Kido after all as it seems like his is poised to launch a blast from his hand. He makes a fist with his right hand then extends his middle knuckle to decrease the surface area impact. Instead of the force being spread out across his fist the impact is condensed into a single point, that point being the second knuckle of his middle finger. Being trained and raised to know how to hurt people regardless of size or stature this Oda knows where to strike and he strikes Arashi right between the eyes. With the decrease in the surface area impact, it is all focused at the top of the nose the impact is strong enough to crack or fracture the nasal bridge, the space located between the eyes. While he attacks Arashi he casts a vicious gaze at Himari next, her test in this was her response to this and her resolve to attack with Zanjutsu or Hakuda. But who would she attack? Tenzen did say this can be a free-for-all or the two can team up. In a battlefield one seldom has time to think or talk such a thing over and Tenzen is creating a situation where they must figure it out on the fly. So what will she do? Will she attack Tenzen or will she attack Arashi who is being attacked by their Captain?

 

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This was truly a busy day for Fifth as the visitors seem to arrive without end each of them with their own unique individual reasons for arriving there. First, it was a wild man from the Eleventh Division carrying a message from the Captain-Commander such a summons had to be of great importance. Next, there came a man from the Thirteenth Division from the request of their Captain, that arrival was an odd one could he perhaps be there for training or just a friendly visit? Lastly came the arrival of another man from the Thirteenth Division and even he has his own reasons for being there.
"4th seat Katsuo Oda of Division thirteen, requesting access to Karakura Town through a Senkaimon, to complete a Mission, please."
Hearing the man's last name alerted the guard to who this man was, while he is unsure of the relation he can confirm that this may be a relative of their Captain. He seems to have a kind air around him but their Captain has a similar aura to himself as well one that can switch at a moment's notice. With that in mind, they remain on their guard as they bow in front of the young man, an extension of respect and possibly mercy to avoid being attacked suddenly.
"U-understood Oda-san, follow me please."
The guard leads the Oda through the barracks towards the Senkaimon, the look on his face says it all as others going about their daily duties took notice ramped up their guard. Eventually, this "on guard state" of theirs will fade into their subconscious as they will be able to respond at will without ever thinking about it. The man leading this Oda glances back and tries to make small talk with him, hoping that maybe a bit of talking will ease his own nerves.
"S-so, Oda-san, your... Brother? Captain Oda, he can be pretty scary haha. I'm guessing you and he must be a lot alike?"
Fearful this guard may be but he decides to investigate a bit, maybe if this Oda is different from his Captain then he could perhaps relax a bit more. The two chat for a bit and eventually arrive at the Senkaimon, the guard tells Katsuo to wait for a moment as he approaches the two Kido Corps members standing guard at the large gate. The two in the Kido Corps do not have the same uneasy composure as the guard as their gaze shifts over towards Katsuo then back to the guard without so much as flinching. They take their duty seriously and understand the risks and repercussions when it comes to opening the Senkaimon, though with new information coming to light recently there may be repercussions headed their way. They nod at the guard who motions for the young Oda to come over and as he approaches the two Kido Corps guards clasp their hands together, channeling their Reiryoku into the structure and thus opening the gate to the Human world.

Seemingly out of thin air a Jigokuchō flutters down from the sky and lands on the shoulder of Katsuo. The guard returns and bows to the young man once again and when he rises he puts on a cautious smile.
"It seems like the Kido Corps guys already know about your trip to the Human world. I guess they would need that info since they can't just let anyone go through there. Anyway, good luck on your mission Oda-san, I pray you return in good health."
The prayer is perhaps to cover his own hide as well as Katsuo's as he doesn't know if Tenzen is the kind of person to go into a fury over the loss of a relative. If Tenzen is the type to do that he could only imagine how much more tension will rise within the barracks of Fifth Division.

 

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He gave a soft nod hearing the guard say follow him, Katsuo had done this a couple times over the last two months so it wasn't entirely a new process for him. Picking up the slack where Arashi had left off wasn't going to be easy, but He and Oyama had to manage. As they walked the guard tried to make small talk with Katsuo about his brother, Katsuo smirked a little.
"S-so, Oda-san, your... Brother? Captain Oda, he can be pretty scary haha. I'm guessing you and he must be a lot alike?"
Katsuo shook his head, to say Katsuo was like Tenzen was comparing an Orange to an apple, literally, Kyoki had said that to them once.
"Not really, no. Haha. Tenzen is… he's calm, and centered most of the time. Pride of the Oda clan, Well balanced and super strong. Me on the other hand, i'm pretty average in terms of strength and my actions can be irrational and downright stupid and stubborn. But not everyone can be a Living Buddha like Tenzen."
He'd say to the man and add,
"Tenzen may look and feel scary when you approach him but, he's not violent toward much people anymore… unless you get in his way or anything other than an ally, you won't have much to worry about. A lot of Oda are stubborn and don't want to move from a defensive position no matter what, Ten's no exception. You guys are in good hands, if anything I'd worry more on your duties than how scary my brother looks."
Katsuo chuckles at the guard, before watching him go over to the others to clear him for entering a Senkaimon to Karakura. His smile vanished with a solid nod. It was time.

"It seems like the Kido Corps guys already know about your trip to the Human world. I guess they would need that info since they can't just let anyone go through there. Anyway, good luck on your mission Oda-san, I pray you return in good health."
The guard would say to Katsuo as a Soul Butterfly lands on his shoulder. Katsuo smiles at it before taking a few steps forward toward the Senkaimon he's visited time and time again. This time the gates loomed over him, and this feeling of this might be the last time he sees his home sets in as he looks back at it once before the gate closes on that end. It was time to move.
Katsuo dashed through the Senkaimon, no chips on his shoulder, no holds barred. He was ready to protect the balance… but most of all he was ready to protect the people of Karakura from a threat not many Shinigami have seen in a long while. Hueco Mundo was getting back on it's feet? If so Division thirteen had to be ready.
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