Nishio Kinshin

Kinshin Nishio (Japanese), also known as Kami-Slayer Nishio is the swordsmen/combatant of the Hoshikages, and he is soon to be publicly known as the right-hand man of his crew's captain Katsuo D. Yorisaru. He is the second member of Katsuo's crew and the first to join it, doing so in the "Voyage Arc". He dreams of becoming one of the strongest beings in the entire world in order to honor a promise he made to his deceased uncle to never show a sense of weakness. (work in progress)

## Background

Born into the Nagatsuki Clan, Nishio grew up in Onizaru Village on an Island in Tokyo, Japan. By the time he was around 6 years old he trained at a dojo and participated in tournaments. Even as a child, Nishio was strong enough to defeat most adults, but could not defeat Raizo (a distant cousin of his). Nishio at age 13, witnessed something horrible. One day, A group of bandits launched an invasion on the small island, taking over most of the island, and killed/enslaved anyone who resisted their might. His parents had never told him about his real last name, and they emphasized that he kept his name hidden. Before sacrificing themselves, they placed him on a ship and sent him away from the destruction. Fast forward, he became a bounty hunter to make some quick money and during his journey he acquired a bounty of $65,000,000.

## Appearance

Nishio is a striking figure to behold. Standing tall with a muscular physique and a sun-kissed tan complexion, he is said to emanate an aura of strength and power. His appearance is a unique blend, showcasing his African and Japanese heritage. His sword are held up by a vivid red sash, allowing him to swiftly draw his weapons when the need arises. Adorning his ears are two silver studded piercings, adding a touch of edginess to his overall look. Nishio completes his signature style with a white headband, which he wraps around his head as a signal that he is ready to face his opponents with unwavering determination.

His hair is a sight to behold, styled into black locs that cascade down his back. Among the dark locks, a single loc stands out with a vibrant red hue, symbolizing his fiery spirit and passion for battle. Nishio's choice of attire reflects his practicality and readiness for combat. He sports a sleek silver short-sleeved shirt that accentuates his muscular frame, paired with a light-colored robe featuring a deep v-cut neck and a contrasting dark-colored center section on the front. Completing his ensemble are comfortable black baggy pants, allowing him freedom of movement in battle.

## Personality

Nishio possesses a captivating personality that resonates with both strength and complexity. While maintaining a stern and serious demeanor for the most part, he is driven by a passionate spirit that fuels his every action. Nishio's decision-making is guided by his ever-changing interests, a whimsical nature that adds an unpredictable element to his character. Though he often presents himself as a serious swordsman, there are moments when his true self shines through, revealing a playful and carefree side that surprises those around him. Despite his tendency to keep his emotions in check, Nishio's unwavering loyalty and deep care for his crewmates are unmistakable. He places their safety above all else, willing to go to any lengths to protect them from harm. When faced with situations that could elicit sadness or a reaction, Nishio chooses to maintain a quiet and focused expression, channeling his emotions into a reservoir of inner strength. He firmly believes that displaying emotions openly in battle can hinder his performance, thus opting for a composed facade.

When it comes to strangers, Nishio is guarded and slow to trust. He maintains a cautious demeanor, always keeping his guard up. However, beneath his initially aloof exterior lies a perceptive nature, capable of making astute observations and logical decisions in critical moments. Nishio's keen intuition often guides his crewmates and shocks others with the harsh realities he presents. Though his outlook may seem cynical at times, his insights prove to be invaluable in their adventures. One of Nishio's defining traits is his unwavering dedication to training. He embraces the path of the swordsman, focusing on honing his skills and physical abilities rather than delving into spiritual matters or pondering unanswerable questions. His commitment to self-improvement and relentless training pushes him to reach new heights of strength and mastery. Deep within Nishio's heart lies a gentle kindness. He is willing to risk his own life for the sake of others, even for strangers he has only recently met. This compassionate nature, especially towards children, showcases his selflessness and innate desire to protect those in need.

## **Abilities and Powers**

Even before joining the “Hoshikages”, he was well-renowned for his outstanding abilities and accomplishments in battle, tournaments, sparring sessions, & etc. Nishio has always held a powerful “aura” around him, even granting him the alias “Demon In the Form of a Man”. In battle, Nishio will usually fight the second strongest member while Katsuo fights their leader. Alongside Katsuo & Takeshi, Nishio is considered one of the (Kaijū Trés) due to his monster strength. When Nishio intends to get serious he wraps his trademark white headband around his head.

### Physical Abilities

Nishio possesses immense physical strength. He frequently spends his time at gyms lifting incredibly large and heavy weights to keep growing stronger. His strength plays a large role in his abilities as a combatant & swordsmen as his strikes possess a great amount of power and range in their cutting ability. He is capable of clashing equally with superhumanly large and powerful opponents and can send normal-sized opponents flying away with ease. Due to his strength, Nishio is capable of sending extremely fast and powerful “flying slashes” towards his opponents. When he attempts to use non-lethal force against opponents he will attack with the hilts of his swords instead, though his strength makes these blows extremely powerful regardless.

Nishio holds tremendous power. Nishio possesses tremendous speed and agility with this he is capable of pursuing and avoiding extremely fast attacks. He is considered one of the fastest members amongst his crew due to his physical power increasing his running ability. He can cut opponents in the blink of an eye and even unsheathe and re-sheath the sword before opponents can react. Nishio has great jumping and climbing power. His reflexes are extraordinary, capable of dodging things such as gunfire, melee weapons, blinding gas, and even RPGs. Nishio possesses immense levels of durability and endurance, having survived numerous serious injuries and oftentimes continuing to fight and move around while afflicted with them. This durability & endurance of his greatest assets as a fighter/shogūn/warrior is his inexplicable pain tolerance.

### Master Swordsmen

Nishio is an extremely skilled swordsman, as a child he was able to consistently defeat both adults & young adults in duels (sparring, sword duels, martial arts training). Nishio has devoted himself to his craft and is well-known across many countries for his sword skills.

#### ***Iai Sword Style***

* The first sword style Nishio "mastered", he has exceptional skill , similar to his Two Sword fighting style, flying slashes and various unsheathing and re-sheathing techniques are used in this style, mainly to defeat or injure powerful opponents with a single strike.

#### ***Ryūjin Tōriken (Dragon God Dual Swords)***

* Nishio is a highly adaptable combatant, he is ambidextrous with his two swords and can switch them between his hands. He has immense mastery of this style of sword fighting, dual-wielding two of his swords in battle with great power and skill, even incorporating unsheathing and re-sheathing techniques as well as flying slashes While he usually swings with more strength in his left hand than his right, he can easily switch or balance the strength between his two hands, allowing him to surprise his opponent.

## **Equipment**

### Pre-Timeskip

***Tengokū***: This sword is a large and simple blade, consisting of a scabbard, hilt, and a handguard. Its hilt is dark with a diamond pattern on it. This sword isn’t ranked, but is still a very high quality sword.

**Shiryu**: The sword has a dark-gray hilt with a circular hand-guard. The sheath is painted gray and the hardening line is a straight blade. The katana has a stunning silver ito wrapped around a lighter gray samegawa covering the hilt. The crossguard consists of a rounded oval thick guard from which the blade goes through, in a nice metallic golden color. Shiryu is a very powerful sword, its greatest attribute being its extremely light weight - while maintaining its sharpness for cutting power.

### Post-Timeskip

***Zankaiyō***: It is a katana, black in color and has a circular shaped guard with a dark steel core and an overlapping crimson border. The weapon comes along with a black scabbard with the words (Way of the Dragon) engraved in silver. When imbued with kihaku, a fiery dark blue aura begins to manifest around the blade. The blade is known to be next to unbreakable, unable to be chipped, and made of the strongest material in the world.

## **Techniques**

#### **Before the Timeskip**

* **Flying Heaven's Scream** (飛天絶叫 - "Hiten Zekkyō"): Nishio's technique that allows him to take on multiple enemies with extraordinary speed, agility, and battōjutsu skills. With his honed instincts and conditioned kihaku, he can anticipate and counter his opponents' moves effortlessly.

* **Flowing Water Cut** (流水斬り - "Ryūsui Giri"): A special kenjutsu technique that enables Nishio to engage in close combat with his opponents. By embodying the flexibility of flowing water, he follows through when his opponent tries to retreat, slashing through their body with swift and precise movements.

* **Hawk Wave** (鷹波 - "Takahami"): While airborne, Nishio generates a powerful gust of wind that knocks down his opponents. This technique is particularly effective against weaker enemies or when facing a group of foes.

* **Dragon Hammer Flash** (竜槌閃 - "Ryūtsui Sen): Nishio initiates this technique with a mighty leap, positioning himself above his enemy. Utilizing the force of gravity, he delivers a devastating dual-sword strike, bringing down immense power upon his target.

* **Aiku Sword Style Re-sheath (Thin Life Gate)** (藍空剣流・細命門 - "Aiku Kenryū: Saimon): A technique of unparalleled speed and precision, Nishio swiftly draws and sheathes his swords, exhibiting incredible force that can cleave large obstacles in half.

* **Dragon Flash Misery** (龍閃憂 - "Ryūsen Yū): With his two swords held horizontally above his shoulder, Nishio unleashes a circular swing, launching two compressed air projectiles that spiral toward the target. This technique doubles the power of his attack, making it even more devastating.

* **Dual Sword Cutter** (双剣斬り - "Sōken Giri"): Nishio assumes a stance where he holds his two swords parallel, with their tips pointing to his right or left side, allowing him to deliver swift and precise strikes. ***(variation of "dual sword cutter") Repel Tower*** (反撃塔 - "Hangeki Tō"): By swinging his swords in an upward motion while jumping, Nishio releases two air-based projectile slashes that ascend, creating a defensive barrier against incoming attacks.

* **Ryūsōsen**: Nishio unleashes a rapid flurry of strikes against his opponent, utilizing his incredible speed and slashing power. The sheer velocity of the attacks makes it extremely challenging to counter or defend against, often wearing down sturdier opponents.

* **Nine Headed Dragon Style** (九頭龍流 - "Kuzuryūryū"): A lightning-fast dashing attack that harnesses divine speed and striking power. Nishio targets all nine vital spots on his foe's body almost simultaneously, overwhelming them with a barrage of precise and devastating strikes.

#### After the Timeskip

* **Kaku: O Tornado Twister**: He spins to create a dragon-like tornado that both slashes and blows away the targets, this new technique is composed of several dozen ranged slashes that act as an actual whirlwind that cuts up anyone who is caught, and according to Nishio, the whirlwind will chase its victims to the ends of time.

* **Disaster Timing**: Nishio launches from his sword a crescent moon-like projectile of compressed air to the opponent with great speed.

* **Crown Splitter**: Nishio performs several black flamed crescent-shaped slashes that defend him from incoming attacks, sending a barrage of crescent blades.

* **Waning Misfortune**: Nishio with his “Rinji”, Nishio manifests his blades into giant wispy black dragons that he then swings in a powerful frontal slash that creates powerful multi-directional long-ranged slashes in the ground.