Post by Touketsu Shinen on Dec 23, 2009 14:27:35 GMT -5
Name: Shinji Hirako
Gender: Male
Age: Unknown, but appears to look about 15-17
Personality:
Shinji is somewhat comical, adding a bit of levity to situations that are otherwise serious. He has a flippant attitude under normal circumstances and seems to like annoying his associate, Hiyori Sarugaki, which usually earns him a slap from one of her sandals. She, in turn, shows him absolutely no respect and frequently insults and attacks him; although he is no better, frequently making faces or glib insults at her expense. He also appears to have a history of referring to cute girls he meets as his 'first love', complete with a deadpan look on his face despite the obvious lie (he apparently never did this with Hiyori, further annoying her). He also apparently enjoys listening to jazz music, as he had a phonograph that played his vinyl records in his days as a Captain.
Underneath this, though, he is quite perceptive regarding other people, and during his time as a captain, was one of the few people who appeared suspicious of his then-lieutenant Aizen, and could apparently sense or see through some of his illusions. He also quickly notes parts of Urahara's personality. Aizen even admitted to being somewhat intimidated by him. Whenever angered or in combat, Shinji is fairly calm, serious, and level-headed. During a conversation with Ukitake, it was implied that he had been a long-running captain. However, he is not included in Shunsui Kyōraku's list of captains from 100 years before (now 200 years before, because that was said during the Pendulum arc).
Appearance::
Shinji has jaw-length blond hair with a straight cut and many of his facial expressions reveal his upper teeth, a trait also seen in Nnoitra Jiruga. He wears a standard Karakura school uniform, though he usually wears a gray long-coat, shirt and tie, a newsboy cap (though he commonly forgoes wearing the coat and cap). Shinji appears to have a pierced round ring in the middle of his tongue. When he was a captain, his hair was very long, reaching down to the lower part of his back. He wore the standard Shinigami robes with a standard captain's haori.
Background/History:
Approximately 110 years ago Shinji in his capacity as the 5th Division captain is seen getting ready to attend a captain's promotion ceremony and greets the arrival of his lieutenant Sōsuke Aizen. He questions Aizen's sense of fashion upon seeing that he is only wearing his standard Shinigami robes, prompting the two to start a debate of the necessity of wearing different clothes considering the event. When Aizen comments on the music Shinji is listening to, Shinji explains that it is jazz and its all the rage in the world of the living right now. The two make there way to the First Division Headquarters to attend the promotion ceremony. Upon the doors opening Shinji is surprise attacked by lieutenant Hiyori Sarugaki of the 12th Division, though she is soon reprimanded by captain Love Aikawa of the 7th Division. When Shinji finally gathers himself he begins to taunt Hiyori enraging her even further. As the group proceeds inside Shinji asks Love what is the head count looking like for the ceremony, to which Love tells him almost everyone is already there. Shinji states that he sees no one from the 11th Division has shown up. Love explains that's his way, as he does what he wants. Shinji says just because he is the 10th 'Kenpachi' no one's got the guts to keep him in check. He goes on to say that he can't understand why they let such a loose cannon like him become captain. Love tries to ease him explaining that there is no use getting upset over it, as the chosen 'Kenpachi' has always held the position of the 11th Division captain. As it is a sort of legacy and it would not change any time soon. Love goes on to say that if Shinji wants to complain about anything then he should complain about the fact that the previous Kenpachi's ineptitude made it possible. The two captain's conversation is interrupted by the arrival of the 8th Division captain Shunsui Kyōraku being accompanied by his lieutenant Lisa Yadōmaru and 13th Division captain Jushiro Ukitake. Shunsui accuses the two of gossiping behind others backs. Shinji then bears witness to the conversation between Shunsui and Ukitake about who has been captain the longest and what has happened to the previous 12th Division captain Kirio Hikifune. He makes note that they're going through captain's quicker than toilet paper.[1] Shinji is later seen waiting in line with the other captains as the newly appointed 12th Division captain Kisuke Urahara arrives to the meeting. He is noticeably unimpressed at the demeanor and first impression Urahara makes at his promotion ceremony.[2]
Later the following night he approaches Urahara and tells him why Hiyori is giving him problems as she had looked up at her previous Captain as a mentor and a mother-figure, as well as gives him advice on how best go about being a captain. He then remarks to Urahara that he can tell he isn't the type who does what other people tell him anyway, so it doesn't matter what he says. Either way Shinji explains that he feels Urahara is the kind of man just like him, so he should just meddle in his own business. While leaving Shinji asks, "How long do you plan on watching us from over there". Using his hand Shinji reveals Aizen concealed behind some form of camouflage, Aizen compliments his captain and asks him when did he realize to which Shinji replies ever since Aizen was in his mothers womb and orders Aizen to follow. Aizen then comments on how scary a person Shinji is, to which Shinji replies that the latter is the scary one.[3]
9 years later , Shinji and Aizen are walking around the Seireitei when they come across Urahara, Hiyori and 3rd Seat Mayuri Kurotsuchi. While Shinji once again engages in a childish fight and argument with Hiyori, Aizen asks Urahara if he has heard the news to which Urahara tells him he hasn't. Shinji proceeds to take up the tale and tells Urahara about the series of strange deaths having taken place in Rukongai. Shinji also informs him that the 9th Division has been sent to handle the investigation.[4]
Later that night Shinji is dispatched with Love Aikawa, Rōjūrō Otoribashi, Hachigen Ushōda, and Lisa Yadōmaru to investigate the disappearance of Rukongai residents and captain Kensei Muguruma and the members of his division by captain-commander Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto.[5] Upon arrival at the investigation sight Shinji fends off what appears to be a Hollowfied Kensei from attacking Hiyori, who had been sent there to collect samples by request of the 9th Division.[6]
With the arrival of the rest of the investigation squad, they ponder whether the creature is actually Kensei with Shinji stating that he doesn't know if it's Kensei but that if they don't draw their swords they are as good as dead. After Kensei lets out a loud roar Shinji picks up Hiyori and backs up, he then watches as Love proceeds to engage Kensei in battle.[7] When Hiyori pleads with them to stop fighting because its Kensei she begins to cough. Shinji tells her to be quiet as they have to stop him especially if it is Kensei[8] When a Hollowfied Mashiro Kuna appears behind Rose and attacks him, Shinji calls out to her so that her attention will be directed at him. Mashiro proceeds toward Shinji and attacks him but he blocks her. He is assisted by the timely arrival of Hachi who uses Bakudō #75. "Gochūtekkan" to subdue her. Hachi comments oh how fast the others are getting there. Hachi notices Love having a hard time fighting a Hollowfied Kensei and uses Bakudō #63. "Sajo Sabaku" to restrain him as well. He then asks Shinji what is going on and what has happened to Mashiro and Kensei, but they are interrupted by Kensei breaking free.[9]
As Kensei proceeds to attack the others Hachi uses Bakudō #99. "Kin" to finally bring Kensei down. Shinji comments to Hachi that he is impressed that he used a level 99 binding spell without the incantation. Shinji then asks Hachi if he can fix Kensei and Mashiro with Kidō, but Hachi plainly tells him that he can't if he doesn't know what the problem is. Suddenly Hiyori begins to cough uncontrollably, Shinji asks if she is alright and tells Hachi to start with her first but he is interrupted when Hiyori beings to choke out that she wants him to let her go. Hiyori then Hollowfies and attacks Shinji with a slash across his chest much to everyone's disbelief. It is then that a darkness falls around the rescue squad and they are attacked by an unseen assailant. Shinji is the only one conscious and upon the darkness lifting he sees the assailant to be Kaname Tōsen, Muguruma's 5th seat. Shinji asks him how could he betray his captain, it is then that Shinji's attention is caught by the arrival of Aizen and Gin Ichimaru. Aizen explains that he has not betrayed anyone and that he is very faithful and he just faithfully followed his orders.[10]
Shinji admits he isn't as surprised as he lets on and Aizen asks if he suspected him and states that he had expected that much from his captain. Shinji then explains how he knew something was dangerous about Aizen and that he couldn't be trusted. It was for those reasons that Shinji chose him to be his lieutenant and so that he can keep an eye on him. Aizen tells him that he is grateful, as due to his deep seated doubts he didn't suspect a thing. When Shinji states that he already made it known that he had suspected, Aizen elaborates stating that he didn't realize that the whole past month, it wasn't Aizen walking behind him. Aizen proceeds to explain the power of his Zanpakutō, Kyōka Suigetsu. Aizen informs Shinji that if he was as close to Aizen as other captains are to their lieutenants he would have been able to see through it by picking up on subtle differences between Aizen and the man acting as Aizen's double. It was his lack of trust that kept them from getting close and as such, allowed Aizen to fool Shinji. He also explains that he could have always refused to be Shinji's lieutenant but decided against that action because Shinji's suspicious nature made the position ideal to carry out his plans. Aizen thus lays the blame for Shinji and his comrades current predicament at the feet of Shinji, who is provoked by this which triggers a speed-up in the Hollowfication process. Aizen thanks him for being so easily provoked and makes a note of the observed connection between Hollowfication and agitated emotions.[11]
Shinji asks him what Hollowfication is but Aizen refuses to speak on it any further. He then orders Tōsen to finish them and after Hiyori is attacked, Shinji faces off against Tōsen. Shinji states that he does not know what is going on but he assumes that noting has gone exactly as planned just yet. He then remembers that Aizen said agitation speeds up the process, so he resolves to remain calm and level-headed. He begins to battle Tōsen beating the traitor back. Shinji continues to battle and soon gains the upper hand sending Tōsen crashing into the ground. But before Shinji could continue the fight the Hollowfication process advances further incapacitating him.[12]
Just as Aizen is about to finish off Shinji, captain Kisuke Urahara and Kidō captain Tessai Tsukabishi of the Kidō Corps, show up and saves him from destruction. Aizen, Gin and Tōsen make their escape and Tessai uses Forbidden Kidō to preserve and transport the rescue squad to the 12th Division barracks. In his lab, Urahara tries to reverse the process using his created item, the Hōgyoku.[13] Unfortunately, it ends up as a failure, not having the desired effect Urahara expected.[14]
The next day, Urahara and Tessai are arrested under the orders of the Central 46 Chambers. The Hollowfied Shinigami are sentenced to execution as hollows. However, before any of their sentences could be executed, both were rescued by Yoruichi Shihōin, who brought them to a secret underground area.[15]
In the secluded area, she had also brought Hachi and the other Hollowfied Shinigami, along with the prototype for the new Gigai that Urahara was working on. With that epiphany, Urahara resolved to make ten Reiatsu-blocking Gigai to aid him, Tessai, and the eight victims escape to the real world, where they would find a way to undo the Hollowfication process.[16]
Zanpakutô Spirit:
Sakanade, is the name of his zanpakuto. Collapse is the release phrase.
Sealed Zanpakutô:
In its sealed form, it resembles a normal katana. The hilt and sheath are red and its guard is shaped like an hour-glass.
Shikai Description:
Release:
Collapse
Bankai:
Not yet announced.
Vizard powers:
Master Swordsmanship Specialist: Shinji is implied to be a powerful combatant, being the unofficial leader among the group and a former Shinigami captain. At one point, when Shinji begins to fight with Ichigo Kurosaki, the other Vizard mention that Ichigo is foolish to battle Shinji proven by the fact that Shinji is not taking the battle seriously (albeit it was also mentioned that Ichigo was holding back, because he was trying to suppress his inner Hollow).[53][54] Shinji is also shown to be able to hold off Mashiro Kuna during her Hollowfication metamorphosis without releasing his sword, although it took some effort.[55] He was also able to fend off Kaname Tōsen while also trying to resist his Hollowfication.[56] Shinji also takes on the 6th Espada maintaining his calm in the face of the destruction Grimmjow brought to the battle, pushing the Espada back with little effort using only his hollow mask.[57][58]
Flash Steps Expert: Shinji excels in shunpō. His skill is shown to be great enough to easily outmanuever Grimmjow, the Sixth Espada.[59] As a captain, before he even became a Vizard, he was the first to arrive to save Hiyori even when Lisa had a head-start and all the other Captains left at the same time.[60]
Keen Intellect: Despite his childish attitude at times, Shinji has shown himself to be a very insightful and perceptive man. During his time as captain of the 5th division, he was able to see through Aizen's deceptions and some of his illusions. Even Aizen himself admitted to be intimidated by Shinji's cunning.
Immense Spiritual Power: Being a captain, he must have had enormous spiritual pressure. Being a Vizard, Shinji possesses a dual-type spiritual energy, part Shinigami and part Hollow. He is said to have spiritual pressure that is monstrous.
Hollow form:
Hollow mask:
Shinji's Hollow mask strongly resembles a pharaoh's mask, with a short, flowing hood hanging down the back of his neck. When donning his Hollow mask, Shinji's sclera turn completely black and his irises become grey.
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