Tobiume (Zanpakutō spirit)

This article is about the manifested spirit of Momo Hinamori's Zanpakutō. For her Zanpakutō and its abilities, see Tobiume

is the manifested spirit of Momo Hinamori's Zanpakutō that is seen during the Zanpakutō Unknown Tales arc.

Character Outline
Tobiume's spirit is that of a small girl dressed in traditional Japanese clothing. She carries two large round bells, such as the ones used in temples, tied to the long pink sash that encircles her body. She has long black hair and wears a hairpin in a shape, similar to Momo's shikai, in it. Along with Sode no Shirayuki, she is one of the most gentle spirits shown so far, apologizing to her opponents during her attack and, before revolting, she indeed consoled Momo Hinamori during her depression caused by Aizen.

While highly polite in battle, she seems to have somewhat of a mischivous side to her unlike her former partner, as seen from her regular teasing and fighting with Haineko. However, this could be an exaggerated reflection on Momo Hinamori's interactions with Toshiro Hitsugaya as she frequently teases him, but has never been shown to be aggressive or insulting.

Synopsis
She first appears when the Zanpakutō spirits are in a cave waiting for Muramasa's return. She, along with Suzumebachi, is the first to greet Muramasa as he returns with a new member to their group. She is then seen along with Sode no Shirayuki and Hōzukimaru attacking some Shinigami in Soul Society. Prior to attacking the group, she tells them to run away and fires a fire ball from her bells. After that, she states that they don't have time to play around and jumps up in the air and fires multiple fire balls at her opponents. She is last seen along with the rest of the Zanpakutō spirits appearing before the Shinigami that have gathered at the Sōkyoku Hill. She then return to firing her fireballs at Shinigami.

Tobiume is later seen watching several male spirits fighting along with Haineko. The two begin to tease each other, a situation which devolves into them physically fighting. The two stop when Hyōrinmaru appears. Haineko hides behind him saying she was mean. Hyōrinmaru barely acknowledges them.

Powers & Abilities
Fire Balls: Tobiume seems to have the ability of throwing fire balls from her bells.

Enhanced Speed: While attacking Soul Society, Tobiume shown great speed, attacking several targets.