Sekkiseki

is a special mineral with properties that allow it to repel all Reiryoku.

Overview
Sekkiseki is present in large quantities within Soul Society, particularly in the wall that surrounds Seireitei. The mineral projects a unique wave of spiritual energy from its cut surfaces, enveloping city with a spherical barrier called the. Because of the stone’s properties, any Reishi that passes through the barrier is instantly vaporized. However, it is possible for Reishi of sufficient density to pass through, albeit with difficulty. Ordinarily, the Shakonmaku is even capable of preventing direct transportation into and out of Seireitei. However, the Vandenreich is capable of bypassing it completely through unknown means.

The walls of Shishinrō are also made of sekkiseki. Its presence interferes with the prisoners’ ability to sense Reiatsu. In addition, the constant exposure to the mineral drains their Reiryoku, reducing to its absolute lowest level. This leaves them particularly vulnerable to powerful Reiatsu.