Ryuuya Tsunayashiro

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**Ryuuya Tsunayashiro** *(綱彌代竜邪, Tsunayashiro Ryuuya)* is the Head of the Tsunayashiro Clan, one of the Four Great Noble Houses. He was promoted to patriarch of his clan after many of the Noble Family's ranking members disappeared in ***The Vanishing***, a calamitous event still shrouded in mystery.

## Appearance

Ryuuya Tsunayashiro is a captivating figure with an aura of devilish allure. His boyish charm is emphasized by the sharp features that are inherent in the bloodline of his Noble Family. His head is adorned by black, spiked hair, his face by snake-like characteristics inherited from his lineage. These features are showcased in his narrow, hazel-colored eyes that seem to hold a hint of mischief, a wicked smile that often graces his lips in a sly smirk or grin, a pointed nose, and sharp, expressive brows.

Standing at an imposing five feet eleven inches, Ryuuya possesses a lean and well-defined figure that befits his noble stature, accentuated by immaculate posture reflecting the inherent grace of his upbringing. The combination of his features and peculiar mannerisms adds an unnerving quality to his overall presence.

In terms of attire, Ryuuya adorns himself in the traditional Shihakusho of the Shinigami, a garment that befits his status. Around his waist, a golden weighted sash, crafted from the most expensive silk in the Soul Society, adds opulence to his ensemble, its value equivalent to twenty mansions in the Seireitei. Draped over his Shihakusho is a dull-green collared overcoat, a signature piece worn by members of the Tsunayashiro Clan. Completing the ensemble, he wears white silk socks and sandals made from blackwood, a subtle yet refined choice that adds to the overall sophistication of his appearance.

## Personality

Ryuuya Tsunayashiro is a compelling enigma, shrouded in mystery with a purpose and intentions that remain elusive. He guards his personal information with a tight grip, often speaking in cryptic riddles, revealing only what is absolutely necessary. His demeanor is marked by a lack of concern for the well-being of others, both physically and mentally, as his words walk the fine line between veiled insults and calculated ambiguity.

Ryuuya Tsunayashiro is an embodiment of the environment in which he was raised. His birth into what is arguably the most formidable and influential family within the Soul Society has left an indelible mark on his character. The weight of his prestigious lineage has molded him into a person of unwavering self-assurance, viewing individuals beyond his family with an implicit sense of superiority. This extends even to members of his own clan who fall outside the confines of his immediate lineage.

His perspective is steeped in a deep-seated belief in his own inherent greatness, a sentiment that colors his interactions with the world around him. The echelons of society outside the Tsunayashiro family are, in his eyes, inhabited by those deemed inferior. This stance, while isolating him from potential alliances, also solidifies his loyalty to the family name.

Within the complex tapestry of his emotions, there exists a distinctive fondness for his late uncle, Tokinada Tsunayashiro. This sentiment, however, is juxtaposed with an undercurrent of disdain for those perceived as responsible for Tokinada's demise. The memory of his uncle serves as a touchstone for Ryuuya's emotions, an element that both softens and intensifies the contours of his otherwise unyielding persona

While not inherently sadistic, Ryuuya takes pleasure in exerting dominance over others and relishes the satisfaction of achieving his desires. He is a master of finding loopholes in norms, customs, and the laws of the Soul Society to further his goals, whether they be petty or grandiose. Indifferent to rank and hierarchy outside of the noble houses, he views the Gotei 13 as nothing more than a tool to be manipulated for his own benefit. A vengeful spirit at heart, he harbors a relentless determination to ensure that those who wrong him face a fate far worse than their transgressions. A man of pragmatism, violence is not a tool he hesitates to employ when deemed necessary.

Beneath the enigmatic exterior lies a mind of great intellect, rivaling those often found within the scientific community, with a particular inclination towards soul-based craftsmanship. However, unlike other genius minds of the Seireitei, such as the reclusive former Captain Mayuri Kurotsuchi, Ryuuya is well-versed in the norms of social interaction. His brilliance extends beyond artisanship, allowing him to navigate various aspects of life with a keen awareness that sets him apart from the typical personality found within the scientific community.

## Powers & Abilities

**Hakuda Practitioner:** Ryuuya possesses a good foundation of Hakuda, having learned much of what he knows from prestigious tutors retained by his Clan.

**Hohō Expert:** Ryuuya is an expert at Hohō, of which he studied from Masters within his Clan. He doesn't possess any particular talent for this discipline, as much of his proficiency has come from diligent training.

**Kidō Expert:** Being from the Tsunayashiro Clan, it's no surprise that Ryuuya is an expert at the Demon Arts. Since birth, he's had access to a vault of ancient Kidō knowledge, and he has taken advantage of it to grow his mastery over this discipline.

**Zanjutsu Expert:** The one Shinigami Art that Ryuuya possesses a particular talent for is Zanjutsu. Even though he's had direct mentorship from Soul Society's greatest masters, the young Tsunayashiro's skill in swordsmanship has grown immensely with little effort given.

**Great Spiritual Power:** Being of the Tsunayashiro Clan comes with its perks, one of them being great potential for spiritual power. Ryuuya possesses Captain-class spiritual power.

**Keen Intellect:** Ryuuya is highly intelligent, and unnervingly perceptive. Not much gets past his observation, able to read between the lines with particular finesse.

**Surgical Precision:** Ryuuya is precise in all he does, of which his foes find troublesome in the heat of battle. The method used matters little, for the precision with which it is employed brings quick death all the same.

### Zanpakutō

**Kokuuken** (虚空剣, *Vain Sword of Emptiness*): Kokuuken is a regular katana in its sealed form, its length from pummel to tip of blade a cool 46 inches. Its cross-guard is diamond-shaped and inscribed with four circles, placed at each corner. The handle is a chromatic gold wrapped in blue-gray silk.

* **Shikai:** Kokuuken's Shikai command is **Betray** (裏切る, *Uragiru*). Its transformation upon recitation of its release command is subtle, within one breath a katana and in the next, turned into a large gong mallet with a black, felted round head.
	+ ***Shikai Special Ability:*** Kokuuken's true capabilities, much like its master, remain shrouded in mystery. In truth, its ability lies in manipulating others' sources of power, be they Zanpakutō or otherwise, into perceiving their own masters as the enemy. The activation of this ability hinges on physical contact, requiring Kokuuken to attune itself to the Reiryoku and Reiatsu of those it seeks to exert its influence upon. Once Kokuuken's ability is active, those affected find themselves victims of their own abilities.

## Soul Point Tracker

**SP Earned:** 16

* **Claim** - 16

**SP Spent:** 16

* **Noble House** - 1
* **Average Spiritual Power** - 1
* **High Spiritual Power** - 2
* **Shikai** - 2
* **Hohō +2** - 2
* **Kidō +2** - 2
* **Zanjutsu +2** - 2
* **Great Spiritual Power** - 4

**Current SP:** 0