Release Negation (Shikai): The release can be negated before it completes, such as when Yoruichi Shihōin wrapped the blade in cloth during Byakuya's short battle with Ichigo. After defeating Äs Nödt with her bankai, Byakuya praises her bankai but warns her to return to her normal state slowly, commenting on the dangerous nature of her bankai requiring her to turn her entire body into ice in the process. Byakuya then blocks an attack from Hisagi, and asks the lieutenant if he is under someone's control or an imposter, to which Hisagi replies that he is doing it for PePe Waccabrada before attacking Byakuya.[162]. Top: Offense (90), Top Right: Defense (80), Bottom right: Mobility (90), Bottom: Kidō/Reiatsu (90), Bottom Left: Intelligence (90), Top Left: Physical Strength (70). He is also the captain of the 6th Division in the Gotei 13. Byakuya watches as Ichigo attacks Kariya with his Bankai, and while they are distracted, Byakuya uses his own Bankai to attack, telling Ichigo he is in the way.[71]. [182] However, the Shinigami receive information of Yhwach's Reiatsu manifesting in the West 55th Block, and Byakuya races there. Byakuya observes the final clash between Ichigo and Kariya with Yoruichi Shihōin. When Yhwach begins his attack on the Soul Society, Byakuya attends Lieutenant Chōjirō Sasakibe's funeral after he is killed by Wandenreich Soldiers. "Sword of the White Emperor" (白帝剣, hakuteiken). As a captain of the Gotei 13, Byakuya is extremely skilled in all forms of Soul Reaper combat. He deduces that the Kōtotsu will appear any time a Shinigami enters the Dangai, a theory Urahara agrees with. [161], After the combatants are separated by an explosion, Byakuya battles Liltotto Lamperd, Meninas McAllon, NaNaNa, Candice Catnipp and Robert Accutrone, swiftly defeating the latter three. [63] Overwhelmed by his injuries, Byakuya collapses in Rukia's arms. [197], Immense Spiritual Power: Byakuya can exert an immense amount of Spiritual Pressure, which, in addition to his already admirable combat skills and finesse, makes him one of the most formidable captains. [133], Knowing where Tsukishima will strike, Byakuya takes the risk of allowing his blades to enter the "Hurtless Area". Later, in Soul Society, Byakuya informs Rukia she is to be executed for her crimes. It has a simple cross guard, with an open frame much like a four-pane window. [54], Byakuya, taunted by Ichigo, releases his Shikai, only for Ichigo to counter it with a Getsuga Tenshō,[55] which injures Byakuya's left hand. His lieutenant is Renji Abarai. Byakuya Kuchiki (朽木 白哉, Kuchiki Byakuya) is the 28th head of the Kuchiki Clan, one of the four great noble clans in Soul Society. Byakuya's Bankai & Noble Experience Byakuya Kuchiki had a much longer, and more conventional, training period than Ichigo, learning from his grandfather Ginrei Kuchiki at the family manor. Byakuya's attack form is "Annihilation Scape" (殲景, senkei), which unites the scattered petals into complete swords that form rows of swords around Byakuya and his opponent. empty cicada, in reference to their molting), which allows Byakuya to move out of harm's way while leaving an after-image behind. He has Renji open a Senkaimon back to Soul Society.[24]. When Ukitake's illness flairs up, Byakuya tells him not to become worked up over it, reminding him of the loss of his former lieutenant. He is attacked by Senbonzakura, whose Shikai swallows up Byakuya.[100]. Stating he understands, Byakuya points out how Mayuri has chosen to toy with their lives instead of letting them die in peace and says Mayuri is twisting the truth when the latter claims that it is the wish of every Shinigami to serve the Seireitei even in death. They explain how they lost contact with the original search team in the Dangai, and that the badge was found at the rendezvous site. He later became the captain of Squad 6 in the 13 Court Guard Squads. In the manga, Senbonzakuras petals are white, while in the anime they are pink. Renji, telling Byakuya of his long standing desire to surpass him, activates his Bankai. Byakuya, agreeing to ignore what just transpired, points out neither of them have the strength to continue this for much longer. He reasons that he was only ordered to bring them back to Soul Society and that what they chose to do afterwards was none of his concern, though Ichigo and Rukia suspect otherwise. When asked if he is dizzy, Byakuya states that he is far too weak to be headstrong. [178] As this happened, Renji and Rukia emerge and talk to Hitsugaya. He believes that to maintain the order, all law-breakers must be punished, even if it goes against his own wishes. Senbonzakura (千本桜, Thousand Cherry Blossoms): Senbonzakura is a regular katana. After a brief exchange of words, Byakuya states he doesn't know how Ichigo has reacquired Shinigami powers, but he should have resumed his normal Human life. Byakuya on the cover of Bleach Breathless Collection's final edition. Thinking he would not do this, the others prepare to attack him. He can use a low-level spell repeatedly in rapid succession and with devastating effects, as well as a counter to attacks. While Byakuya can control the blades with his mind alone, using his hands allows him to do so more effectively, making the blades move twice as fast. [13] Yoruichi also taught Byakuya some techniques of her own creation that involved flash steps, including one called utsusemi (空蝉, lit. [101] While Senbonzakura and Ichigo are fighting, he reappears, stopping Senbonzakura from continuing. He thinks that if someone in his position does not follow the rules as a good example, then no one will follow them. This aspect of his personality is reflected in Senbonzakura when he manifests in the Zanpakutou rebellion arc. Jūshirō stops Byakuya's attack on Ganju and Hanatarō. Byakuya and Ukitake sense the arrival of a strong spiritual pressure at the level of a captain. It is revealed Byakuya only pretended to be a traitor in order to fulfill his promise to his grandfather to find and destroy Kōga should he ever resurface. The remaining three captains split up in order to infiltrate the Twelfth Division's barracks. Byakuya is present during the captain's emergency meeting called by Captain-Commander Yamamoto, where he remains silent throughout the bickering between his fellow captains. After a brief exchange, Ichigo asks Byakuya to join with him to defeat the Bount, but Byakuya tells him to go back to his world, as the Gotei 13 will take care of the situation in Soul Society. After dealing a final blow, Byakuya prepares to head off, but a giant foot suddenly appears and slams onto the ground. On their way, they sense the Reiatsu of the arriving Ichigo Kurosaki. While there, Yamamoto tells Byakuya he believes Captain Kurotsuchi may have betrayed them. Byakuya tells him that is a job for a barbarian like Kenpachi. [31] When Ganju attacks, Byakuya, severely damaging Ganju's arm, tells him to be gone. After the Wandereich leave, the Royal Guard arrive in the Soul Society, bringing Byakuya with them so that he can be healed. His lieutenant is formerly Renji Abarai. After incapacitating Hisagi, Byakuya confronts PePe and deduces that killing PePe will free his puppets, prompting PePe to proclaim he is scary before attempting to hit him with The Love. As the head of one of the great noble families and as a captain in the Gotei 13, he always works hard for a peaceful society. Byakuya has created an imaginary character named. When PePe uses Love Kiss on him, Byakuya remains unaffected, prompting an angered PePe to activate his Quincy: Vollständig, Gudoero, before immobilizing Byakuya with Love Rope. [46] Byakuya, releasing his Bankai, grievously injures Renji. Afterwards, Byakuya's attitude toward Rukia changes significantly. [170], A giant Gerard then rises up, explaining how his Schrift helps him turn his wounds into power and blows the Shinigami back with his voice. When the Bount threat to Soul Society becomes serious, Byakuya receives a message from Captain-Commander Yamamoto and leaves to meet up with him. This Byakuya exists in an alternate universe where he fused with his Zanpakutō, unlocking a power beyond Bankai and merging with his, Byakuya also features in the sixth and final volume of the. His lack of truly villainous characteristics as an antagonistic role was also praised; in the same review, IGN notes that Ichigo and Byakuya are both "just two people fighting for what they think is right. [2] He believes that to maintain order, all law-breakers must be punished, even if that goes against his own wishes. He is the captain of the 6th Division in the Soul Society and is Rukia Kuchiki's adoptive brother/brother-in-law. When Ichigo asks Byakuya why he won’t save Rukia, Byakuya tells him he will answer that question if Ichigo defeats him. When the captains take the matter lightly, with Byakuya saying he can easily replace the cheap material, Yamamoto grows even angrier.[98]. Neither he, nor the others, notice Lille Barro in his vantage point as the Quincy begins targeting those of the group who are lagging behind. Byakuya about to adopt Rukia into the Kuchiki Clan. [49], Byakuya, arriving at Rukia's execution, refuses to look at his sister. [73], After Kariya's defeat, Byakuya scolds Renji and Ichigo, who are having an argument in the Kuchiki Manor, for making such a ruckus. As the trio battle, a large blast catches their attention. [115], Byakuya, Kenpachi, and Hitsugaya arrive at Soul Society, Along with Komamura, Hitsugaya, and Kenpachi, Byakuya decides to travel back to Soul Society in order to take out Inaba. The scarf is made from Ginpaku Kazahana no Uzuginu (銀白風花紗, Gauze of Silver-White Flurry of Snow in Clear Skies; Viz "Silvery-White Windflower Silk Gauze") and is a family heirloom, having been handed down from generation to generation and given to each head of the Kuchiki Clan. (Blockable) Damage: 20 Cooldown: 5 seconds Scatter: Byakuya strikes opponents with 3 consecutive slashes from his senbonzakura petals. However just as the Reiatsu grows in strength it randomly vanishes without a trace, shocking the three captains. Byakuya Kuchiki is a supporting protagonist of the anime and manga series, Bleach. However, Byakuya is saved by the arrival of the zombified Kensei Muguruma and Rōjūrō Ōtoribashi, the former of whom kicks PePe in the side of the head. [5] He wears a variation of the captain haori, featuring a high collar with light gold edges and small, light gold tassels attached to the corners. Despite Ichigo being a Human, who should not be involved in the affairs of Soul Society, Byakuya asks Ichigo to protect Soul Society. Yoruichi, moving to the top of a nearby building, yells down to Byakuya that in three days, she will make Ichigo stronger than him, and that their fight is on hold until then. In addition, he also provided Rukia and Renji with safety cloaks to protect them against Hueco Mundo's rough terrain. Äs Nödt asks Byakuya if he realizes he is experiencing fear, which is what is making it hard for him to mount an effective attack or defense against him. [1], Despite his extremely serious personality, Byakuya seems to have a comic side to himself. He warns the captains that making him angrier is the last thing they want to do, as his release increases in strength the angrier he becomes. Seeing the Hollow mask, Byakuya asks if he is a Hollow, but Ichigo, ripping off the mask, apologizes for the Hollow’s interference. [29], Byakuya later interrupts Ganju Shiba and Hanatarō Yamada's attempt to rescue Rukia from the Shishinrō. Byakuya is easily offended if his name is not used properly. When Byakuya states she will not be able to escape easily, Yoruichi asks him if he ever won even one time against her in a game of tag, and Byakuya asks if they should try again. They agree to end the battle with the next blow. Byakuya can control the blades at will thereby allowing him to shred opponents at a distance and break through almost any defense. Mayuri explains that several of the remaining rogue spirits succeeded in killing their masters, but rather than dying with their master, they became what Mayuri calls "Tōjū." [144], As Byakuya is attacked by Äs Nödt's arrows, he relays to a worried Renji they would be foolish to attack together, and he should stand back and watch the fight so he can gain information on how to take down the enemy. He is also the captain of the 6th Division in the Gotei 13. [42] Byakuya tries to use Senka to defeat Renji swiftly, but his lieutenant blocks the attack. In the anime against Zommari, Byakuya was erroneously shown with Senbonzakura's hilt because it was not yet disclosed Senbonzakura's hilt reforms when Byakuya deactivates his Bankai. Byakuya Kuchiki is a character from the Bleach anime and manga. 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