Murakumo

is a resident of Hell. He is a member of a group of Togabito led by Shuren.

Appearance
Murakumo has the atypical garb of a Togabito, with the black cloak and white rectangular buttons. Once his mask is destroyed by Uryū Ishida's arrows, Murakumo's appearance resembles that of an ordinary human, unlike that of his fellow Togabito.

Personality
Not much of Murakumo's personality is known, but he is shown to be confident in his abilities, as he faced off against Ichigo Kurosaki undaunted. However, his true personality was shown when his mask was shattered by Uryū, as he screams in fear when the Gates of Hell open before him, before Kushanāda impaled him with his blade.

Bleach: Hell Chapter
When Ichigo Kurosaki attempts to attack the Togabito Taikon, Murakumo intervenes and takes him by surprise. He then appears before Ichigo and his friends, laughing wildly. Whilst Uryū Ishida and Yasutora Sado take on Taikon and Garogai, Ichigo and Murakumo engage in a mid-air battle. Murakumo is able to gain the upper hand over Ichigo relatively easily, before knocking him to the ground below.

When Renji Abarai arrives on the scene to assist Ichigo, Murakumo attempts to engage in battle with him, before being thrust out of the way by Garogai. As Renji is pummelled into the ground by Garogai, Murakumo appears above him, preparing to deal the killing blow. However, as Murakumo lunges down at the defenceless Renji, Uryū fires several arrows at him, as one of them shatters his mask. Murakumo is chided by Taikon to put his mask on immediately, but as he does so, chains appear around his body, ensnaring him.

Suddenly, a tremendous gust of wind emerges around the area, as the Gates of Hell materialise above the sky. Murakumo is drawn towards the gaping Gates uncontrollably, as he begs for his comrades to save him. A blade emerges from within the Gates, impaling Murakumo, who disintegrates. Later, Shuren inquires of Murakumo's status from Gunjō, who informs him that it will take a long time for Murakumo to revive.

Powers & Abilities
Enhanced Speed: Murakumo is capable of moving at high speeds, fast enough to even catch Ichigo Kurosaki in his Bankai off guard.

Equipment
Triple-Pronged Glaive: Murakumo utilises a triple-pronged glaive in his attacks, and is a deadly opponent whilst wielding it. In the initial attack at Karakura High School, Murakumo is able to overpower Ichigo with his glaive.