Genichiro Sakai

**Genichiro Sakai** (酒井源一郎, Genichiro Sakai) is a Shinigami and the co-lieutenant of the Seventh Division alongside Aya Tachibana. He also posseses a rivalry with Aya Tachibana.

## Appearance

Genichiro is a towering figure among the members of the Seventh Division, standing well over six feet tall and possessing a broad, muscular build that is the envy of many of his peers. His simple, unassuming appearance belies the strength and power that he possesses, and he is often able to intimidate his opponents simply by his sheer size and presence. Despite his formidable physical attributes, Genichiro is not one to draw attention to himself unnecessarily. He prefers to keep a low profile and focus on his duties as a Shinigami, carrying out his assignments with quiet efficiency and dedication. His mop of black hair, which falls in unruly waves around his face, is often the only thing that sets him apart from the other members of his division. Genichiro's eyes are a deep, dark shade of black that seem to absorb all the light around them, giving him a somewhat ominous appearance. However, those who know him well recognize that his gaze is focused and determined, and that he possesses a keen intelligence and a strong sense of purpose.

His Shinigami uniform, which is sleeveless and tattered from years of use, is a testament to his dedication to his duties. He wears it with pride, even though it may not be the most fashionable or comfortable attire. His forearms are wrapped in strips of cloth, which serve to protect his skin during battle and also add to his overall rugged appearance.

## Personality

Despite being a very lazy person, Genichiro surprised many as an Academy student by advancing very quickly in his studies. He found a natural aptitude for Zanjutsu, Kido, Hakuda, and Hoho, and excelled in each of these areas. Zanjutsu and Hoho proved to be his most advanced subjects of study, and he spent countless hours honing his skills in these areas.

While he may not have the motivation to do work most of the day, Genichiro is someone you want on your side when it counts. He may be lazy, but when the situation calls for it, he is always ready and willing to step up and help out. He has a strong sense of loyalty to those he cares about, and will go to great lengths to protect them.

## Powers & Abilities

**Expert Swordsman**: Genichiro is a highly skilled swordsman, with his skill complemented by his immense striking and thrusting power, as well as strength. He can perform immensely powerful and very precise strikes. This is due to his father training him since the age of 4, giving him years of training and experience.

### Zanpakutō

**Shukuchi** (縮地, *Shrinking Earth*): It looks like an ordinary *katana*. The hilt is dark-brown with a *tsuba* made of a black metal.

**Shikai**: Its Shikai command is "Travel the Endless Road" (果てしない道を旅する,*Hateshinai michi o tabi suru), when activated the blade does not change.*

**Shikai Special Ability**: Genichiro's Shikai grants him complete control over the distance between two objects. This means that he can manipulate the space between himself and his opponent, making it difficult for them to close the distance and attack him. Conversely, he can also bring himself closer to his opponents or objects, making it easier for him to strike them with his sword.

**Space Generation**: One of Genichiro's ability is to create space between something at the expenses of his stamina. This ability makes Genichiro basically untouchable, it even works on projectiles.

**Space Removal**: On the other hand, Genichiro can also remove space between something. This also means that Genichiro can cover the distance between him and his opponent instantly, allowing him to catch his opponent off-guard, as there is no real way to see where he will appear. This gives a affect similar to teleporting.