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| - A solemn day it was. The clouds were at their darkest, and thunder was roaring at the ones who passed by. Hueco Mundo seemed to be having it's usual dark days. In the midst of this pandemonium was a raven-haired man with crimson-red eyes, and a lean figure. Clad in the darkest of clothes, he stood out among even the dark night. As his eyes wandered through the endless desert, he was truly focused on one goal. Death's Hand. It was here that he wished to reside and be accepted in. And for that, he had to find his first obstacle. But where would it be? Nobody had ever known. The night or day - in Hueco Mundo many things were unpredictable - had a welcoming, cool night breeze. The dark sky had a peaceful aura to it, even sincere in a way. The soothness of Hueco Mundo at the time was unusual to the wanderer. The wandering man wore a light blue colored kimono draped across his body. The partitiion in his hair concealed his true intentions, but gave away the impression of a naive child. An impassive gaze was imprinted upon his face as he approached the man nearby with an outstretched arm. "Welcome to the club, sir. You may call me what you like, as long as you are pleased while working alongside me...Kouhai-san" The wandering man said, his face changed into that of a small, warm smile. Sincere on the outside, yet containing sinister intentions. Kouhai, although he didn't recognise the voice primarily, he only turned his gaze to notice the young man. He saw that he had a naive, child-like attitude to him, although he wasn't caught careless as his tone revealed something else entirely. He returned his gaze to the sky, and asked him." Oh? Apologies, but you may have the wrong Kouhai on your hand. After all, my destination is far apart from what you believe it to be." Kouhai didn't bother to even reply towards the man's face, deciding to move onwards as he pleased. "Look me in the eyes when you speak to me" the wanderer said, still wearing a smile across his face. Concealing his dark thoughts. Preforming a flawless spin move, the wandered moved with agile speed to confront Kouhai from the front. Gracefully placing his palm on Kouhai's shoulder, the wanderer studied the man in front of him with slow, careful glances. Removing a small stone from his sleeve, it shined marvelously in the wanderers palm. Kouhai knew this man had an unusual side to him, revealing such an important gem-like object must have been part of an ulterior motive. This time, as the man commanded, he looked into him straight into the eyes, and replied to his gesture." I once again apologise, however. I do not seem to be familiar with you or this stone of yours. I assure you, you're speaking to the wrong person. Although, if you have proof. I wouldn't mind seeing it." Kouhai then, under the other individual's nose, was examining his appearance and more importantly, the stone he held. It shone lustrously and Kouhai immediately discerned it to be an important artifact. Although he couldn't explain it's exact workings without seeing it in action, he knew it must have had something to do with the "transmigration of races", or in simple terms, Hollow-Shinigami Hybrids." My training as a blacksmith has really helped me out." Kouhai thought to himself, reverting back to his simple look towards the man's eyes. "Exacto" he said, gripping the stone in his hand harder. As he did so, a torrent of spirit energy flooded from the stone upward. Causing a ripple in the sky, followed by the summoning of hundreds of beasts. Hollows appeared from underneath the ground, and flew down from the blue sky. Landing upon the ground with a quakening thud, a set of hundreds of roars emitted from the Hollows mouth. The gathering of Hollow continue, they all surrounded the simple stone in the wanderes hand. "Thats why I want you," he said behind the massive numbers of Hollow that surrounded him, "correction, thats why Death's Hand wants you...Kouhai-san" The artifact in his hand continued to shine a marvelous blue hue with a torrent of rainbow like colors surrounding the vicinity like a tornado. Studing Kouhai's crimson red eyes and pitch black hair, he smiled slyly. "You are indeed a skilled inventor, and equipment specialist. For that is why he wants you" he said referring to himself in third person. Slightly mentioning Death's Hand seemed to make it safe to assume that the man in front of Kouhai was indeed the exiled Shinigami, Yuuma Fujita. He vanished momentarily, before re-appearing several feet away from Kouhai, commanding his Hollow to follow him. He reappeared like a fog bank; his body, face, all cold and mysterious. Careful no to reveal to much, but also willing to do what it takes to obtain Kouhai's vast skill. Much unlike before, Yuuma did not use scare tactics to intimidate Kouhai into joining him. No, this time he would use a different approach. With pinpoint marksmanship Yuuma hurled the stone directly at Kouhai, hoping he would catch it. As he did so, his face was unchanged as he awaited to see how Kouhai would use the stone. Reacting immediately to Yuuma's unusual action, he caught the stone in the palm of his hand, and clutched it with his fingers. Examining the stone, he clearly saw the stone. It's oval shape being clearly defined, with it's unusual, yet magnificently structured dark and light blue colouring, it was truly a masterpiece of invention. Even Kouhai, someone stoic about anybody's invention, was highly impressed. Remaining his calm attitude, he held it up towards the sky." Disappear." He told the Hollows, as the azure light radiated in his hand, and the Hollows surrounding Yuuma and himself suddenly...vanished. It was as if they never existed in their lives, returning back to...whatever they were doing, Kouhai smirked slightly." So...this is the power of this stone, I must say. It could be used for far more than what Yuuma is doing. But I shall play along." Kouhai thought to himself, and this time, he held it towards Yuuma. " Arrive." Suddenly, the Hollows returned, their roars echoing into the air, they surrounded Kouhai immediately as he threw the stone back to Yuuma, while saying." I am not worthy of such a powerful stone. Nor am I such a skilled inventor as you claim me to be. Although, if Death's Hand really wishes for me. Then perhaps I should display some of my skills beforehand. After all. No leader hunts down for a weakling. Or do they?" Catching the stone Yuuma's voice was wrought with civility. "You are also an intelligent man. You will be a great asset to his cause." Raising the stone with little concern it began to hover in the sky, and within seconds it tore a rippling black hole into the sky. Hundreds of thousands of silhouttess could be seen inside the gaping portal. though none of them came entirely through it. They simply remained in the portal as if they were awaiting something. "The full extent of my weapon will be displayed later..but for now." Without the usage of Shunpo, Yuuma curled the ball of his feet and dashed off toward Kouhai. Once within only a few inches from Kouhai, a long sword extended from underneath his robe and flew at Kouhai's shoulder. In less that even a moment's notice, Kouhai, with pure skill, stood only a step back with his right foot, as the swing from Yuuma's slice caused a slight wind to blow, it did not affect Kouhai in the slightest." An intelligent man? Why thank you for the praise. Although I hardly deserve it." Only moving back a few inches with a single leap, Kouhai wondered." So, this he you speak of. Is he truly one to work under?" Nearly falling over, Yuuma curled the ball of his feet as his body inches toward the ground; leaning forward slightly he dropped his open hand to the ground preforming a delicate handstand before flipping to his front. All the while, he talked with indifference, "yes he wants you because you do deserve it. I won't repeat myself...And your question is confusing: is he one to work under? Numerous people serve under him with pride, dignity and loyalty. Those who dislike his ideals will soon learn that my way is the only way. Choose for yourself...Kouhai-san?" Kouhai was about to chuckle at his comment, it had been noticeable that Kouhai's ignorant playfulness almost irritated the legend before him. Deciding to keep this chain going, he used flash step to immediately translocate himself next to Yuuma, all while noting down." So, is it these trivial matters of inquisitiveness that irritate you? If so, then your leadership incurs under wrath does it? After all, can curiousity be plagued from this world? Who knows..." Kouhai began to look up into the black sky, as he then told himself." Oh, yeah. Where'd that little boy of mine go?" Suddenly a shout for help could be heard from the distance." SENSEI!!!!!!! HELP!!! I'm about to be attacked!" A small child, with short brown hair and a petite figure could be heard from the distance." So that's where he left off. Honestly, he traverses with the wind so easily" Kouhai thought to himself, sighing as he used flash step once again and appeared right in front of the boy. His red eyes, confronting his for a brief moment, were now aimed at the Hollows surrounding him." Move." That simple word uttered had an aura of dominance that veiled beneath it. The mindless rampaging monsters, refusing to let down, then began to roar, as orbs of energy collected in their mouth, their crimson aura paling towards Kouhai's eyes." If you won't listen to me, then fine...don't say I didn't tell you so." Kouhai simply chanted." #33, Sōkatsui. Blue flames erupted in Kouhai's hand, unsettled and berserk, he eventually calmed them, as his hand motioned in a simple wave. The flames, following Kouhai's trail, leaped from their cages into the wild, subduing the beasts in mere moments, as lions would to their prey, slowly and steadily torturing their victims. " Tenrai, WHAT DID I TELL YOU ABOUT WALKING AWAY!!!" Kouhai hit the child on the head, and then threw him towards Yuuma's direction, albeit into the sand in front of him. He then told his 'opponent'." Please excuse him, he can be quite a nuisance." Blatantlty ignoring both Kouhai and the little boy, Yuuma raised the blue stone in his palm. It engulfed itself in a blue, exuberant flame; the fire was beserk, and rampant. It flooded the area with spirit energy and erupted forth into a column of energy in the sky. Suddenly, the beast from behind rose as if they were still alive. Sure, they had no longer a mind, or free-will but they stood regardless. Squeezing the stone harder the Hollow began to merge together until a flash removed them all from view. A single silhoutted could be seen among the plume of smoke resulting from the flash. "It'll take some time to create my it" he said slowly, implying that he had created a new being in only a few minutes. "I lead my underlings with respect, and force. Those who follow me both fear me..and admire me. In my world curiosity is the reason for all this. Without my curious mind, I would've never come this far into godship." Putting special emphasis on the last word, Yuuma chuckled before observing the boy in front of him. "Join me..and you'll both reach a level of understanding that has never been reached." Standing tall, Yuuma swung his katana in the air carelessly, suggesting to fight. "All though one should always test there power before joining someone, correct? I'll allow you to fight me...both of you." " Did you just say Godship?" Tenrai asked the man in front of him in a puzzling manner, as if he were a teacher." Um.....I don't like Gods! They don't do anything but tell us what we do. That's not fair! So, I'm not joining you. Go -!" Tenrai immediately was silenced by Kouhai, as the man's crimson eyes laid upon Yuuma's blade." So, that's his blade. I wonder..." Kouhai thought to himself briefly before stepping back with Shunpo. In only moments, he would find a large hill, and place Tenrai on the top, patting the boy's head, he told him." Don't worry about me Tenrai, just stay still. Okay?" Tenrai responded with happiness," Are you gonna fight sensei!?" Kouhai chuckled before responding." Yep, so watch carefully." His grim expression returning in a moment, Kouhai retreated into the battleground of both Yuuma and himself. He glared into Yuuma's eyes with no fear or remorse, as he plainly stated." Your acts of godship are rather....unusual. Gods do not possess curiousity do they? After all. What are gods? Epitomes of perfection that lay helpless as they are. While us, Shinigami, Human, and alike possess a capability far above gods. The ability to evolve as we will. So, does godship truly lead an army such as yours?" Kouhai asked the man, before immediately brandishing a Fūma Shuriken. " So, it is a battle you wish for. Then it is one you will get." Kouhai, along with his first Fūma Shuriken, equipped several others that he brandished through the usage of the Kido, Kagami." Be prepared, for I am no easy opponent to fight. Let alone, defeat." Yuuma was jarred up by Kouhai's previous "god" question. "What is a god" he inquired in a sarcastic tone as if mocking an unruly child. "Allow me to correct you. A god is one with eyes that tell of his anguished-filled past; as only a power such as that can be obtained only after pain has been felt. Power to make others obey him through sheer, unwavering fear. A being that has gained the knowledge, and strength that surpasses all others. Most of all, a god can change the world as they see fit, and uses the power there bestowed upon to the absolute fullest." Retailiating to Kouhai's mobilization, Yuuma challenged him with a furious leap, landing atop a boulder to the east. "Human...Hollow...Shinigami...any and every race must evolve in order to reach such a level. A level which is unobtainable by normal circumstances. Thats why you are needed among my army..Kouhai-san. I realize you are powerful and skilled...thats why your so popular" placing special sincere emphasis on the word "popular". Standing gracefully atop the boulder and keeping his blade at the helm, Yuuma spout out a Okasen with little preparation. A simple warning shot meant to graze Kouhai and to simply cause him to move about carelessly, or maybe too cautiously. Almost beginning to sigh at the man's response, Kouhai only chanted, " Nagareboshi" as the Fūma Shuriken, known as Medogi in his hand was bathed in Kouhai's spiritual power. In one simple movement, Kouhai threw Medogi at Yuuma's incoming Okasen. While in movement, it spun at ferocious speeds and suddenly, almost looked like a meteorite that traveled at enormous speeds. Colliding with Yuuma's Okasen in only a moment, Medogi casually sliced through the blast as if it was nothing more than butter. Continuing on it's path, it was directed immediately towards Yuuma's head." Well, this will teach him something about how to battle me. I hope at the very least he doesn't consider himself a god. As, if a god was so easily deflected, then I'd wonder how it would lead the entire world, let alone an organisation." Kouhai thought to himself, glaring at Yuuma while doing so.
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