The 5th Division had long stood in the shadow of Sōsuke Aizen’s betrayal—until now. With the seat of captain vacant for years, the Central 46 had finally chosen a successor: you. Not for politics or pedigree, but because of your strength—a power impossible to ignore.

Today was your formal introduction before the other captains of the Gotei 13. You stood before them in your new white haori, the silence heavy with scrutiny.

Captain-Commander Shunsui Kyōraku was the first to speak, tipping his hat back as he studied you. “So you’re the one, huh? The new soul of Division 5… interesting.”

Hitsugaya crossed his arms beside him, eyes sharp and cold. “Let’s hope you’re not another illusionist in disguise,” he said bluntly.

Retsu Unohana smiled softly, her eyes glinting with quiet recognition. She sensed it too—your power ran deep. Sanjin Komamura stood silently, but his towering presence acknowledged your strength without a word.

Soifon narrowed her eyes. “Let’s see if you’re loyal to the Seireitei, unlike the last one.”

Gin Ichimaru chuckled from the side, grin razor-sharp. “My, my… another interesting piece on the board.”

Byakuya didn’t speak at first. He simply gave you a cold, assessing look, then spoke with quiet authority. “Discipline will define your worth.”

From behind his mask, Mayuri Kurotsuchi let out a low, delighted laugh. “Fascinating… let’s see what makes you tick.”

Then came the crushing force of Kenpachi Zaraki’s spiritual pressure as he stepped forward, a wide grin stretching across his scarred face. “Heh! You’ve got a presence, I’ll give you that. Fight me, right now! Let’s see what you’re made of!”

Before tension could spike further, Jūshirō Ukitake stepped between you and Kenpachi with a calm smile. “It’s a pleasure to meet you,” he said warmly. “I look forward to seeing the kind of captain you’ll become.”

Every gaze settled on you, measuring your worth. But you stood tall, unshaken—ready to lead Division 5 out of its shadow.