*Damian Pov*
"I fight and will continue to fight, towards one goal above all else. I fight to make use of this opportunity. I don't want to live how I did before."
I take a deep breath, this is it. If Tyrant doesn't like my goal, bye bankai.
"I don't want to be alone, it's sad but true. In my last life, I went to work, got home, watched anime, went to sleep, and repeat."
I was getting more confident with every word, this is true, I just have to accept it.
"I had no friends outside some online forums, my family hated me, I was alive but I wasn't living. I was like a robot, I just walked through the motions."
Tyrant still hasn't said anything, nor has his expression changed.
It'll work, I know it.
"I realized it, in those 18 years I felt the same, it was just more obvious to me without coworkers or people. When Ikkaku showed up and looked at me and saw me as someone close to him,I ant even describe the feeling that gave me."
Tyrant's eyes finally widen, just a bit, but it's enough.
"Why did I agree to not use Kido despite the added challenge? Why was I so worried about ikkaku despite knowing his power? You too, Tyrant. I want you to rely on me so I can rely on you."
I reach out my hand to him, my sword, an integral part of my soul.
Tyrant smiles, every so slightly, but smiles nonetheless. He reaches out and takes my hand, and then I'm holding a sword.
My Sword.
I can't help but smile, I did it. I know what I'm fighting for, and I have a partner that I can rely on forever.
I look up, and then I notice it. My inner world changed, it's different.
I now stand in a vast and intricate landscape, a serene yet melancholic realm with misty valleys, at its core, there's a shimmering lake, deep blue like the sky.
Scattered throughout my inner world are towering trees with intertwined branches, a bridge that stretches over the lake, and a single black lotus flower resting in the center of the lake.
This....is my inner world?
It's beautiful, a truly beautiful world.
I take it all in, then return to the real world, and call for Ikkaku.
"Sup boss?"
"Spar with me, once a day every day from now on. I want you to beat me till you can't anymore. We leave tomorrow."
Ikkaku laughs wildly and comes at me just a moment later.
As the spar begins, I try to use my solid foundation of swordsmanship, using swift and precise strikes. I need to maintain distance and capitalize on openings in Ikkaku's defense. With calculated footwork and well-executed parries, I try to keep Ikkaku on the defensive, attempting to outmaneuver the fierce and aggressive style of the squad 11 vice-captain.
However, Ikkaku's fighting spirit emerges, and he embraces the chaotic nature of the battle, fighting like a beast unleashed. His movements are wild and unpredictable, catching me off-guard. Ikkaku's raw power and relentless onslaught start to overwhelm me, Damn, I can't keep up.
But I feel myself getting faster, my body pushing itself into desperation in hopes of victory, no matter how small.
Despite my best attempts, Ikkaku's experience and unyielding determination begin to turn the tide in his favor. He capitalizes on any opening I provide, landing powerful blows with precision and force. Each strike from Ikkaku carries the weight of his unwavering passion for combat.
As the spar progresses, I find myself pushed to my limits, the clash of swords ringing through the air. Ikkaku's beast-like fighting style keeps me constantly on the defensive, leaving little room for any counterattacks.
But I can't deny I'm enjoying this, and soon my smile mirrors Ikkakus, despite me getting my shit rocked.
Fuck It, we ball.
"Ikkaku, wanna see something interesting?"
Ikkaku pauses for a moment, clearly curious.
"Ban...kai: Fūinjū no Ō, Tyrant! (Tyrant, King of Sealing Beasts)
An eruption of spiritual energy surrounds me, and Tyrant transforms into an imposing and regal beast, embodying the essence of a powerful sealing entity. The Sealing Beast appears to be a fusion of various majestic creatures, each symbolizing a different aspect of the art of sealing, similar to a chimera.
Ikkaku looks at me in shock, before he can do anything, however, Tyrant roars, and a barrier entraps Ikkaku.
Ikkaku sports a smile and prepares to release Shikai, but then he looks at me worriedly.
Huh? Why is the ground getting closer to me?
Oh right, I most definitely don't have enough spiritual energy to make use of any bankai.
Me and my fucking ego, had to ruin the spar, didn't I? I check my status before I eat shit.
[Name: Damian Caldwell]
[Designation: Hollow, Soul Reaper]
[Forms: Human, Soul Reaper, Hollow]
[Spiritual Energy: 5th Tier]
[Zampakuto: Tyrant, Hyorinmaru]
- Bankai: Fūinjū no Ō, Tyrant! (Tyrant, King of Sealing Beasts)
- Skikai: Suppress The World, Tryant!
- Shikai: Sit Apon the Frozen Heavens, Hyorinmaru!
[Skills]
{EX} Self-Sustenance
{A} Soul Eater: Souls eaten will generate 5% more spiritual energy for the host
{B} Appraisal
{B} Zanjutsu (1/3)
{C} Kido:
{D->C} Hoho (1/3): You have become an average user of Hoho, the technique gives you superior speed.
{D} Hakuda
[Inventory]
Tyrant, Hyorinmaru, 1x Building Ticket, Minor
Health Potion, Bakudo #61 Rikujokoro (One Time Use), Kisuke Urahara's Hat, Spiritual Gem, Sosuke Aizen Research Notes (Fragment), Gigai Creator.
Oh, guess my Hoho leveled up, cool, but why is my bankai in Japanese? Shikai is in english, so what the fuck?
Oh, that's the ground.
....
Ugh, my head feels like I got a brain freeze on copious amounts of drugs.
That doesn't even make fucking sense.
Uh, what? Tyrant? Since when can Zampakutos talk to their users outside of the inner world? There's like no examples of that in bleach!
You make a valid point, Tyrant, though I didn't take you for the sassy type.
that's fun, on another note, I need to stop being a dumbass, can't believe I just threw out Bankai with zero prep or testing. Fuck Ichigo and his plot spiritual energy.
"Ikkaku, how long was I out?"
"2 days, boss. That barrier was good though, persisted after you passed out. That barrier tanked one Shikai attack from me."
Sometimes I wonder how he just appears like that, I know Bleach goes crazy with speed feats but come on.
I need Shunpo dammit.
"Alright, we've wasted enough time, we're heading to Vesperia. Let's go, Ikkaku."
He sports that sadistic, Battle craved smile again, and leads me to the carriage.
Off we go, on an adventure, and I'm excited as all hell.
*Unknown Pov*
Sigh, they called this meeting and didn't say anything about why, it's so annoying.
Do they have any idea how busy I am dealing with my followers? When you have as many as I do it gets hectic.
I enter to the usual meeting room, and I must say it's as majestic as ever, fitting for beings of out stature.
The colossal, marble pillars adorned with intricate carvings, reach towards an impossibly high, vaulted ceiling that seems to stretch into eternity.
Luminous crystals, suspended from the ceiling, emit a soft glow, casting an ethereal atmosphere over the chamber.
The floor is a mosaic of celestial motifs, depicting cosmic scenes, constellations, and mythical beings. As my fellow gods walk upon it, their footsteps create faint echoes that resonate through the entire hall.
I take my seat near the front of the hall and await Solstice, the Eternal Daybringer, to start the meeting. He's one of 4 gods I respect and as part of the seven sages, he holds enough authority to convene this meeting.
Soon, he arrives, glorious as usual. Let's see what all the fuss is about.
"Attention divines and gods, today we detected the emergence of a never before seen type of energy. As you know, everything has a God, so this energy must too have a God. If you have any insight, speak now."
...
What?