Royal Guard

The, also known as the Zero Division, is made up of former captains of the Gotei 13 who have been promoted to this level. They are said to have considerable power and tactical knowledge. The Royal Guard are expert Shinigami that were promoted to protect the Spirit King.

Members
All members of the Royal Guard are former captains of the Gotei 13. Only one, Kirio Hikifune, the former captain of the Twelfth Division, has ever been mentioned in the series.