Forum:Captaincy & Eishohaki

I originally put this on the talk:kido page, but Kenchan (quite rightly) pointed out it wasn't factual, and thus didn't belong there, so I figured it belonged here (any objections, please say so)

We all kow about the existence of the captaincy 'exam', and we know that Bankai is required, but besides that, we know little about the pratical requirements. Do you thin being able to perform Eishohaki to a suitably high standard (level 70, let's say) would be a requirement. All the captains have used it for their kido in all instances I can recall, and the more capable leiutenants can do it to a good standard. TomServo101 14:49, 9 August 2009 (UTC)

Maybe so. Unless you're getting the spot by bashing an acting captain, I believe the captain exam is more than just showing bankai. It probably is kinda like a job interview, where you talk to the man there, show your skills and stuff. Deimonos 17:38, 9 August 2009 (UTC)

Think of the same way they have detective exams or fbi exams in order to become a detective or agent they do the written exam and the obstacle course and the 'what would you do in this scenario' thing. It's probably all inclusive like that, though i think it maybe a verbal rather then written. The plus on the defeat the captain one is that you bypass all that and just get the position regardless.Salubri 17:42, 9 August 2009 (UTC)

I really should have added a note of sorts, 'not including the Kenpachi method'.

I agree it'll be more than a practical (Bankai and whatnot). As Salubri alluded to, I think there'll be some sort of military leadership section (likely written) based on a given scenario (or multiple), and how you'd lead your troops (Marks given for mission completion, getting your men back alive, collateral damage, etc) coz let's face it, you're not much of a leader if you can't keep your subordinates alive. It would also make sense to have some sort of intelligence test to make sure you can do the administrative duties that'd take up most of your time. TomServo101 17:54, 9 August 2009 (UTC)