Juushiro Ukitake

Basic Information
Name: Juushiro Ukitake
Age: It's unknown, but probably over 2000. And he looks about 40-ish?
Gender: male
Division: 13
Looks: (Include a picture)
Rank Captain

Background and Personality
History

Jūshirō is the eldest son from the low-class aristocratic Ukitake family. He has five brothers and two sisters, whom he essentially supports by himself. He, along with Shunsui Kyōraku, was one of the first graduates of Captain Yamamoto's Shinou Academy and the first graduates to become captains. Furthermore, he was personally trained by Yamamoto. He and Kyōraku are the oldest captains amongst the Gotei 13, with the exception of Retsu Unohana and Yamamoto himself. It is stated that the four of them have been Captains of the Gotei 13 for at least 200 years as of 110 years ago before the current time.


Approximately 110 years ago, Ukitake is first seen arriving at the 1st Division Headquarters with Captain Shunsui Kyōraku and Lieutenant Lisa Yadōmaru of the 8th Division. He first asks about the whereabouts of the 12th Division captain. As Shunsui and Captains Love Aikawa and Shinji Hirako start a conversation about the status of the Gotei 13, he reminds Shunsui not to forget Captain Unohana as one of the captains from 100 years ago.

He is again seen waiting for the promotion ceremony to begin at the 1st Division Headquarters along with the rest of the assembled captains. He witnesses the arrival of the newly-appointed captain of the 12th Division, Kisuke Urahara.

The following day, he tries to persuade a then-reluctant Kaien Shiba into becoming his lieutenant. The two converse about the current happenings in Soul Society, including a young Gin Ichimaru, who happens to be a child prodigy surpassing the previous record set by Kaien himself. Kaien shrugs off any attempt Jūshirō makes at him being any type of prodigy. While visiting the Shiba residence, Jūshirō is shown to be quite popular with the servants, with Kaien noting that Jūshirō was still very charming and that he had a smile that made his servants blush. Jūshirō dismisses the compliment as he tries to remain humble about his notable quality.

9 years later, Ukitake is present at a emergency meeting called by Captain-Commander Yamamoto, where he decides to create a investigation team to locate the missing 9th Division squad members. When he gives out orders, Yamamoto orders him to guard the Seireitei.Jūshirō is seemingly stunned by Kyōraku sending Lisa to investigate the disappearance of the 9th Division captain and lieutenant.

Jūshirō, due to his illness, rarely was able to fulfill his role as captain on a regular basis, instead having Kaien fill the role under his guidance.

Personality

His favorite food is Ume Ochazuke. In his free time he feeds the carps in the lake of Ugendō's garden and also trims the bonsai there, despite lacking the artistic sense necessary for the latter. He also writes a novel series titled "Rejection of the Twin Fishes!" (Sōgyō no Okotowari!), in which the lead character, Sōgyō, is fighting to save villagers from evil. Sōgyō's catch phrase is "I will reject them!" and it is immensely popular among children in Seireitei.

Ukitake is well-respected and highly honorable, and always treats those around him with respect, even those who are weaker or not as highly ranked as he is. As a result, he can be easily approached by other members of Soul Society who seek favors or advice from the captain. Due to his high moral code, Ukitake will never let any harm come to either his underlings or those who attempt to protect them.He refuses to give up when he believes something is wrong and will break a rule to do what is right. He is also quite perceptive,as seen when he anlayzes the various disturbances caused in Soul Society, and has the ability to correctly judge people's character, as noted by Yamamoto, and knows when they are lonely. He observes that before meeting Ichigo Kurosaki and his friends, Rukia often had trouble opening up about certain things and was very lonely, but sees a difference in her when she spends time training with Orihime.

In various Bleach omake chapters, Ukitake is fond of giving people strange or unwanted gifts for no apparent reason, particularly Tōshirō Hitsugaya because of their similar sounding names and hair color.

Due to his long-standing position with the Gotei 13, Ukitake is one of the most proficient combatants in Soul Society and always maintains a level of honor and integrity when engaging in battle, much like his best friend Shunsui. He refuses to fight in the presence of a child or even with a child, even if that child is a Hollow. He always maintains a semblance of respect for his opponent and is polite in combat situations. He also has a high measure of mercy, never taking the chance to kill Lilynette, but rather actually try to teach her how to be a better fighter, even though she was an enemy.

Techniques (Optional, but good to have)
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Description: (What your tech is, and what it does)
Stats
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Zanpaktou Information
Zanpaktou Name: Sōgyo no Kotowari
Zanpakutou Appearence
Shikai Appearence:
Shikai Ability: Its Shikai command is "All Waves, Rise now and Become my Shield, Lightning, Strike now and Become my Blade" Once he completes the incantation, he grasps the single blade with two hands. The blade then transforms slowly and begins to form two blades, as the blades peel apart, a large red rope-like chain at the base of the hilt lengthens and silver metal square charms attached to the chain begin to fall until all five present themselves. The blade is now somewhat thinner than the normal Zanpakutō and the cross guard now extends up the blade for about 15 cm. Up 25 cm from where the cross guard is, there is a 45 degree cut on the inside of the blade where a second blade is jutting back down and parallel to the main blade. With the edge of the blade facing inward instead of outward, the blade looks very artistic and rather difficult to handle, only further proving just how skilled a swordsman Ukitake must be to have mastered such a uniquely designed weapon.



Shikai Special Ability: Sōgyo no Kotowari is able to absorb an opponent's energy attacks through the left sword and directs the attack through the connecting rope where the five charms on the rope accelerate the attack faster than it was originally fired and reverses its original course firing the same attack from the right sword, making it much more difficult for the opponent to dodge. The entire process happens so fast that the attack looks as if it originally came from Sōgyo no Kotowari
Bankai Appearence: Not yet revealed
Bankai Ability: Not yet revealed
Zanpaktou Release Phrase: "All Waves, Rise now and Become my Shield, Lightning, Strike now and Become my Blade."

Kido
Choose one of the following for each. Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced.
Kido/Ginto: (kido will include hollow abilities such as cero)
Zanjutsu/Marksmanship:
Hakuda:
Hoho:

Role-play Sample:
Although it was only seven in the morning, the sun had rose high in the sky, and morning light streamed through Byakuya's open window. He yawned and opened his eyes, looking out into his garden full of flowers and cherry blossom trees. Cool morning air rushed into the room, and Byakuya shivered slightly. Getting up, he closed the window, and walked into the bathroom. After a shower, he got dressed and headed out before Rukia or any of the servants could wake up.

He walked along the empty streets of the Soul Society, gazing around at his surroundings. He loved early mornings when he was the only one around. It was a good time for thinking without being interrupted by Renji, his overly talkative lieutenant.

The paperwork’s finished... everything's in order in the 6th division... there are no meetings... I guess I have the day off. Perhaps I should get next weeks paperwork? No... not yet. Besides, I want to get away from Abarai today. If I do paperwork he'll be there, looking over my shoulder the whole day.

Byakuya sighed. This was one of the few days when he had nothing to do and he intended to enjoy it.

You need an RP sample. Denied until then.

Done

it looks okay, though i think you can do better

anyway, APPROVED