A being between man and beast held onto a wall. This big beast-man had a humanoid body covered in long brown hair with an open Hollow's mask, the mouth revealing his human face. It was strange as if a Hollow were trying to beco human again or... a Shinigami.
"Damn!"
His hands trembled while his eyes swam. His heart beat as if it were about to collapse, his breath was uncontrollable, his body was sweating, and even his corrupt soul scread as he tried not to fall to his knees.
It was fear...
The fallen creature that had enjoyed devouring souls and had rcilessly consud countless people now trembled in fear. But what had brought him to such a pitiful state? The answer lies in his actions, for he was the one who stabbed Rukia.
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Hollows eat souls to increase their power, no, to be more precise, they devour souls to satisfy their compulsive hunger. So say that this impulse cos from the hole that all corrupted souls have when they beco Hollows. They unconsciously try to fill that hole, that void they lack.
There is a way to break free from this cycle, but it also ans abandoning the possibility of growth...
When a Hollow's mask is broken, it dies, but if, by so miracle, it doesn't, it will gain even greater powers and beco an "Arrancar." However, a Gillian who breaks its mask can no longer beco an Adjuchas, and likewise, an Adjuchas
who breaks its mask can no longer evolve into a Vasto Lorde. Breaking their masks is a suicidal act, sothing that goes against their nature, so it's natural for there to be a great price to pay. But by doing so, they lose the impulse to eat, and while they can no longer evolve, they will not lose their powers if they stop consuming.
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"Is this... my limit?" The semi-Arrancar lanted, for even in his current state, he was not a full Arrancar. "Damn it... if I had known... I would have evolved more!"
Depending on what evolution a Hollow has when it breaks its mask, that will determine its power level as an Arrancar. Ideally, one should evolve into a Vasto Lorde before breaking its mask, but the harsh reality is that it's not that easy, and almost all Hollows hit a wall, a limit, and this Hollow knew he had reached his.
His na is Grand Fisher. He used to be a Hollow with the appearance of a hamster, very intelligent and elusive. He beca a legend for surviving for 54 years in the human world, and he was also the one responsible for killing Kurosaki Masaki in the original tiline.
This monster had now beco a Semi-Arrancar, and with it, his powers increased exponentially, as did his ego... But that sa ego was shattered in an instant and without rcy, reminding him of what he always was; a cowardly Hollow, only good for hiding.
The Hollow looked at the knife in his hands. The person who turned him into a Semi-Arrancar had given him a mission: "Stab Kuchiki Rukia with this."
"What... what was that?"
He had used his ability to control weaker Hollows to corner her, and when he saw the opportunity, he took it. He had planned to kill Rukia directly, but the mont the blade pierced the girl's body, he felt an imnse terror, one so great it nearly made him scream in fear.
Grand Fisher fled as far as he could, using all his Hollow subordinates as sacrifices. He didn't care that it had taken him a decade to make them grow to that point. Grand Fisher only thought about escaping.
"Calm down... you're safe now... I'll hide for fifty years... that's right, no one will find ..."
Grand Fisher still rembered the sensation. It wasn't spiritual pressure.
Grand Fisher had never felt anything like it before. It was as if he were about to be trapped in the darkest abyss, where he would be torn apart for all eternity without a single mont of rest.
There was sothing wrong, sothing very wrong and terrifying, sothing so dangerous that it had set its eyes on him and was angry.
Grand Fisher sat in the alley where he was, all his pride of being an Arrancar, all his ego from increasing his power, and all his previous arrogance had disappeared.
"I..."
A blue flash appeared from the other end of the alley.
"You didn't think we'd let you escape, did you?"
Grand Fisher stood up and got into a defensive stance, the cold gaze entering from the other end of the alley. The furry monster with one eye felt the chill.
"Who are you?"
"Your executioner..."
A cold voice and the sound of high heels filled the empty alley. Grand Fisher trembled, but he didn't feel the sa fear as before, so his courage began to grow.
"I don't know who you are, but I'm not in the mood!"
Grand Fisher was about to grab his sword, which was on his back.
All Arrancars acquire a human form. The higher their evolution, the closer they beco to a Shinigami. Not only do they acquire a human appearance, but also a sword, without exception. This sword is the manifestation of their powers as Hollows, which separate temporarily as the Hollow crosses the boundary between Shinigami and Hollow.
Hollow and Shinigami are both souls with large amounts of Reiryoku, but one is corrupted, and the other is not. Therefore, a Hollow can gain Shinigami powers, and a Shinigami can gain Hollow powers. Although this is a taboo and an attack against natural laws.
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It's easier to survive Makima than Esdeath... in more ways than one 🍷🗿)
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Grand Fisher smiled as he didn't feel any spiritual energy from Esdeath, but since he could see her, she must have enough Reiryoku to be a snack. Grand Fisher licked his lips, but when he tried to draw his sword, he couldn't.
"What?"
Esdeath coated Grand Fisher's body with a thin layer of ice.
"What's the matter, furry giant? Can't move?" Esdeath mocked.
"Dammit!" That was the last thing he could say.
Esdeath blinked, and her figure disappeared.
"...!!"
Grand Fisher felt a blow to his stomach, the ice fragnted, his organs exploding, and before he could scream, Esdeath grabbed his face, as she had seen Allen do several tis, and slamd it into the wall, breaking his mask. This made Grand Fisher scream. For a Hollow, breaking its mask is one thing, but when soone else does it, it's just causing damage.
"Ahhh! No! Don't do it!"
Grand Fisher had survived for so many years by evading Shinigami because he always followed his instincts before anything else. He was the kind of cowardly Hollow who would hesitate to attack an injured Shinigami if he thought he couldn't win.
"..." Esdeath smiled and released Grand Fisher. He tried to run with all his might.
"Ah!"
Grand Fisher fell to the ground. His eyes looked down at his feet, but he recoiled in desperation as he saw that his legs were frozen in place while he lay on the ground, broken like a block of ice.
"AAAAHHHH!"
"You won't leave... you made my master angry..."
"I WAS JUST FOLLOWING ORDERS!"
When Grand Fisher saw that he couldn't fight, nor escape, he began to beg for his life. But who was Esdeath?
If there's anyone who shows no rcy, it's her. It's more likely that Makima would let you go in exchange for a deal than Esdeath would.
A flash of cruelty glead in Esdeath's eyes. She hadn't killed him with her first move because she wanted to make him suffer... it was the appropriate punishnt for making her master angry.
"NOOOO!"
"Hehe~"
She walked up to Fisher and smiled sadistically. She had once enjoyed torturing, but since becoming a doll, she could no longer do it.
"If I were 2B, you'd already be dead. If I were Artoria, it would be out of rcy. If I were Makima, it would be to control you. But do you know what it ans that it's ?"
"DON'T CO ANY CLOSER!"
Grand Fisher had seen many people and could sense the malicious intent emanating from this woman—an aura of cruelty even stronger than that of a Hollow like him.
"Don't worry... you'll suffer..."
"AAAAHHHHHHHHHGGGGGG"
In the human world, Grand Fisher's screams were so faint they were no louder than a mosquito's buzz, so his agonized cries went unheard by the humans who went on with their lives unable to see what happened in that alley... But Grand Fisher was lucky. If Rukia had been his master's girlfriend, the punishnt wouldn't have been so rciful.
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(Aizen's Shop)
"I'm sorry, Walker-san... but you're going to die..."
Allen listened without interrupting Aizen, waiting for him to elaborate before acting. However, his girls weren't as patient and nearly attacked Aizen if Allen hadn't stopped them.
'Calm down, it's not a threat...'
Both the chat system and the dolls knew Aizen, which made sense given their reaction to hearing sothing like this. However, Allen remained calm, as he couldn't sense any ill intent from Aizen.
"I apologize if my words were too blunt," Aizen said, bowing slightly in apology.
Seeing Aizen bow was so surreal that everyone was left stunned.
"Don't worry about it," Allen squinted his eyes. "However, I would like an explanation."
"I'm sorry, I didn't an to upset you..." Aizen sipped his green tea and then looked at Allen with a deep gaze. "Where should I start...?"
"..."
"Walker-san, think of the worst disaster or tragedy for humanity."
Allen frowned. Was this where the conversation was headed?
"I don't know... the Black Plague, World War I and II... maybe the atomic bomb..."
"Alright... terrible things have happened at various points, and of course, the Soul Society is aware of all of them..."
"I'm not surprised; the shinigami in the human world should be able to know everything that happens if they want to since they are invisible to humans..."
"That's right. However, they've never intervened. Do you know why?"
Allen thought for a mont before answering, "I guess the living handle the problems of the living... and the dead handle the problems of the dead."
"Even if a third world war broke out, leading humanity to near extinction, the Soul Society would not intervene..."
"Wait, but the extinction of humanity should affect the cycle of life and death. Besides, wouldn't that make the Shinigami useless?"
"There is a line that should never be crossed between the world of the living and the world of the dead. Shinigami are capable of crossing it, as you've realized... but they shouldn't. Shinigami exist to maintain balance in both worlds, and they will do anything to keep it—whether it's sacrificing souls from Rukongai, hunting Hollows in Hueco Mundo, or even killing humans..."
"...?!"
Aizen's words were charged with an invisible pressure and palpable gravity, "Allen Walker, you've beco an imnse danger to the Soul Society... because unlike any other Shinigami, who is invisible and imperceptible to humans, you are not... Your powers are visible to any human."
"...!"
Allen had been so focused on Aizen that he hadn't considered this. Since he hadn't left his body before, his powers were visible and tangible to others. He realized that his situation was essentially different from Kurosaki Ichigo's. He gained Shinigami powers but, in the end, left his body to transform, making him essentially just another Shinigami. Allen, on the other hand, was irrefutable proof that there is life after death—that there is an afterlife.
This broke the barrier that shouldn't be broken because humans are foolish creatures who easily beco obsessed. If the wrong people discovered the afterlife, they would undoubtedly use all their resources to try to access it, control it, or even destroy it.
"Walker-san, I'm afraid that as soon as your existence is known, the entire Seireitei, the Gotei 13, will try to capture you or, failing that, kill you..."
Allen took a sip of his tea, Aizen was able to understand his situation even before he did. "Will all the shinigami try to kill ?"
Artoria – Let them try... Master.
2B – Master, orders? *Murderous intent*
Harley – No one will kill Daddy! I will kill them all!
Rebecca – I needed an excuse to develop weapons of mass destruction!..
Makima – Seems like even the benevolent ssengers of death have no rcy... Heh~ guess it's no problem if I eat them~
Esdeath – I just got back, and we already have more problems?... Not that I care, I missed being in an actual war!
Nokotan – Nununu, those fools won't touch my master!
Bocchi – I... will help...
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(Allen: Avengers(Harem) assemble! 🍷🗿)
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Gwen – Don't forget about us!
MJ – We don't have powers just to look good!
Felicia – I prefer discreet thods, but if necessary...
Natasha – What a bunch of disgusting people! They're nobody to threaten my boy!
Diana – Rember to call , no matter if they're aliens, gods, demons, mangoes, or whatever, I'll fight by your side.
Hippolyta – If there's anyone outside who our sisters would shed blood for, it's for you.
Antiope – All of Themiscyra is ready!
Kimiko – Just call , and I'll go to the afterlife if necessary...
Cate – Those bastards!
Emma Frost – Haha... I laugh to stop myself from going mad with rage.
Nikky – Kuh, I think I'll be more of a burden, but if you need , I'll go.
Rias – Allen, we haven't known each other for long, but you don't deserve this. My nobility and I will support you in any world.
Akeno – Ufufu~ Excellent plan to find an excuse to et him in person, Buchou~ ... That said, I must punish anyone who wants to hurt my little brother~
Asia – I can't stand seeing sothing like war... but when soone very good is left to die for no reason, I'll support you from the rear and heal the wounded...
Rogue – It's strange, I suddenly don't dislike my power...
Ruby – It's curious, I'm no longer afraid of using my powers to the fullest...
Maria Hill – I've already asked Director Fury (threatened him) if we can help you.
Ivy – I'll take the liberty of using villains from the Zero Sector in this situation...
Annie – Truly, sothing like this shouldn't be forgiven...
Harleen – Starlight, weren't you a superhero? ... That said, I already have patients willing to cooperate with you in exchange for a sentence reduction...
Raven – For a mont, I thought of a crazy plan to release my father in the so-called Seireitei, but I know you can handle it, so I'll just offer myself, I'm at your disposal...
Kara – Raven, don't take the opportunity to sell yourself!... On the other hand, I'm ready as soon as you call . Unlike my cousin, if I have to fight, I will.
Maeve – You know my answer, honey.
Barbara – Allen... I'll fight, even if my goal isn't to kill. I'll defeat anyone who tries to harm you...
Starfire – I'll protect you!
Donna – I'll kill anyone who threatens you!
Emma W. – I...
gan – We can both stay in the rear, always ready to help.
Emma W. – Thanks.
Artemis (Goddess) – I see... well, it's been a while but...
Artemis (Bana-Mighdall) – I'm an Amazon, and I chose you as my man. That's all I need to say!
Hestia – I... am on your side.
Athena – I'm also part goddess of war...
Aphrodite – Not even Zeus can protect anyone who tries to harm the father of my children!!
Tearju/Mystique – What disgusting people...
Gil-chan – Oh, my army is your army, my strength is yours. Just ask, and I'll be at your side at any ti...
Carol – I, whatever, I won't back down. I'm in!
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Oogway – This is a path I would prefer to avoid, but if it's to stop a tragedy, I'll do my best to help you... but with my thods...
Shifu – Master... don't worry, I will fight in your place.
Po – Finally, I can comnt! I an, the Dragon Warrior is ready!
Tigress – In the na of the five furious ones, we stand by your side.
Vados – ...
Beerus – ...
Whis – I'm sorry, young Allen, but angels like us cannot interfere in these matters, and Beerus-sama is only allowed to act in his own universe... If we disobey, I'm afraid it will be our end... However, we could help you by training warriors you trust.
PercyJ – Finally, so damn action!
Kratos – Boy, just ask for it...
DoomGuy – *Nods determinedly*
Hulk – HULK FIGHT FOR FRIEND!
Thor – The big green guy said it!
Tony – Seeing what happened to Rebecca and 2B doesn't make eager to fight in their world, but I'll do what I can.
Rick – I could end this war by myself...
Batman – Do what you can to avoid that situation, use all your cards, but if you fail, I'll be there.
Superman – I... will fight for what's right. If the only excuse to kill you is that power, I'll help you...
Allen read the comnts that had been posted, and there were more.
Allen felt warm inside; being betrayed by either Aizen or Urahara had affected him; although he didn't show it, but... there were also many people in his community willing to support him, and that made it worth it.
[I.M] – Thank you...
There was no one from the people he had t who hadn't shown their support, maybe only one person—Zatanna, who hadn't yet made the contract official.
From what Allen knows, she is searching for her father and is out of the DC's core dinsion. Being a sorceress, it's likely she's gone to hell.
Allen sighed, "I hope it doesn't co to that..."
His words were ant for Aizen, for the Chat, for the girls, and his friends from all over the worlds.
Aizen calmly looked at Allen while his emotions remained steady on the surface.
Allen returned the gaze. Could Aizen stand in front of him and lie to his face? Yes, he can. His ability to lie is so great that Allen wouldn't be able to tell if the person in front of him is an enemy or not, and whether he knows more than he shows.
In the worst-case scenario, Allen would have to face the Gotei 13, the Arrancar from Hueco Mundo, and even at least half of the Quincys, who would definitely betray him when they found out that he is not Yhwach. In that case, he would have to take the word and call reinforcents from other worlds to wage a massive war like never before...
"Walker-san, having said that there is a way to avoid that scenario..." Aizen, with a calm expression, smiled kindly, "A young man like you doesn't deserve such a problem for sothing that's not even your fault..."
Allen narrowed his eyes, "Rukia did it to help ."
"Of course, Kuchiki-san isn't to bla either. Soone tried to put you in that situation on purpose..."
Allen relaxed, "Tell what I could do, and I warn you, I don't believe in miracles..."
"Haha, it's sothing more tangible than a miracle," Aizen beca serious, "If we could separate your soul from your body without killing you, you wouldn't be any different from an ordinary Shinigami, of course, leaving aside your terrifying initial power and your two zanpakuto..."
In that case, Allen would be like Ichigo, who was also accused, but his existence was less dangerous than Allen's. In the end, he beca a substitute Shinigami.
"It's not the first ti a human has gained the powers of a Shinigami. If we succeed, there's a chance to avoid the worst-case scenario—a total execution order..."
The Gotei 13 had once eradicated the Quincys, and they were closer to humans than to Shinigami, so they wouldn't hesitate.
"I'll think about it..."
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(How can we tell what a Bankai's clothing will be like, does the zanpakuto choose it, or is it the subconscious of a shinigami, if so, is it possible to create your own style? 🍷🗿)
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Several hours later, Allen opened the door to the room where Rukia was. She was sitting, looking at the moon, her black hair moving with the breeze, and her eyes reflected the moonlight.
Without adopting a strict attitude, Rukia was a beautiful Japanese girl, a perfect model for an ancient Japanese painting.
Allen noticed her defeated look...
"Are you okay?"
"I'm sorry..." Rukia looked at Allen with eyes full of regret, "At that mont, I was desperate, and I didn't think things through. I think I've caused you a disaster... a very bad one..."
Rukia lowered her head, and Allen approached and sat next to her.
"Don't say that, I'm alive, and so are you. There's no better outco than that. Having problems tomorrow is a luxury we can only afford because we're alive today."
Upon hearing Allen's words, Rukia smiled, "You're too optimistic."
"You'd be surprised, but I'm more of a realist, and what I say is true, isn't it?"
"Haha, thank you," Rukia grabbed Allen's hand, "I'll do everything I can to make sure nothing happens to you."
Allen looked at Rukia's determined smile and got upset, then flicked her forehead with his finger.
"Ouch! What?!"
"I don't like that look of 'I'm going to sacrifice myself to protect your peace.'"
"But I'm a Shinigami, and it's my responsibility! Ouch!"
"You offered the power, and I accepted it. I'm not a kid. I know the consequences of my actions, and if I have to take responsibility for them, I will. I don't need you to protect ."
Rukia blinked with wide eyes. She felt like she didn't really know the young man in front of her.
"You're an idiot," Rukia looked away.
"Hehe, really? People say I'm quite intelligent."
"Shut up."
Both of them laughed in a mont that caused jealousy in several girls
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A/N: Being honest, in case of a war that may or may not happen it would have to contain or limit so characters like The Doom Slayer, Rick, Kratos, Superman etc...
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