Kazeshini (Zanpakutō spirit)

This article is about the manifested spirit of Shūhei Hisagi's Zanpakutō. For his Zanpakutō and its abilities see Kazeshini

is the manifested spirit of Shūhei Hisagi Zanpakutō that is seen during the Zanpakutō Unknown Tales arc.

Character Outline
The spirit of Kazeshini takes the form a dark man that almost resembles a shadow, with dark green cloths around his body, arms & neck. He has long, black hair and carries a weapon similar to that of Shūhei's Shikai. Just as his image suggests, he is violent, prone to rampages and enjoys slashing his opponents.

Synopsis
He first appears when several Zanpakutō spirits are in a cave waiting for Muramasa's return. He is later seen in Soul Society taking on multiple Shinigami at the same time and dispatching them within seconds. He is last seen along with the rest of the Zanpakutō spirits appearing before the Shinigami that have gathered at the Sōkyoku Hill. He tries to attack Shūhei Hisagi and Tetsuzaemon Iba, who are carrying an unconscious Sajin Komamura, but Soifon blocks the attack. He is then seen ambushing Rukia Kuchiki and Renji Abarai, focusing on the latter.

The following day, he encounters Shūhei and severely injures the two Shinigami that are with him at the time while in a black tornado. Identifying the swiftness of the attack as Kazeshini, Shūhei questions why he's attacking, and he says that he heard a voice saying to "follow his instincts," which is to kill. As Kazeshini seemed ready to claim victory, Kira appeared in time to restrain him and escape with Shuhei.

Later, he appears in the cave arguing with Gegetsuburi. He than receives new orders to capture Ichigo Kurosaki.

Powers & Abilities
Expert Kusarigama Wielder Unlike his former partner, Kazeshini takes great pride and joy in his weapons form, which he has great skill at using. Because of its dual-blades and long chain, Kazeshini is able to attack from multiple angles that are hard to determine.

Enhanced Speed: While wreaking havoc throughout Soul Society, Kazeshini has shown immense speed. When used in combination with his weapon, he can act as a small tornado to simultaneously strike down his opponents from every angle.

Shockwave Blades: Kazeshini is able to unleash crescent-shaped shockwave at his opponent by swing his blades (presumably to they are capable to slicing a target).

Trivia

 * In Volume 38, after chapter 325 where Hisagi first releases his Zanpakutō, a drawning of a shadowly figure which closely resembles Kazeshini in his manifested form can be seen.
 * Because of his long hair, pointed ears, and destructive personality, Kazeshini somewhat resembles the Espada Grimmjow Jaegerjaquez in his released state. His battle-loving, lunatic nature is also greatly reminiscent of the inner Hollow of Ichigo.
 * During his fight with Hisagi, Kazeshini intimidates the latter in the same manner Hisagi intimidates Findor.

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