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Nirami kept watch around them, flashing an odd look to Hans when she told him to warn her before he picked her up again. He then blinked wearily as she grabbed his arm and began binding it. Gritting his teeth slightly, he let her work and leaned on her slightly as he looked around. There were Hollows wandering around aimlessly, but they were close enough to a group of fighters that they went unnoticed for the time being. "Thanks..." he murmured slightly with a sigh.

"I'm Kane Nirami. Pleased to meet you." he nodded to her, and the moment she finished with his arm, he pulled it away and tucked it into the front of his top so it wouldn't get in the way. He was still having issues on his feet, his head spinning a bit, but he kept himself from falling over and stared around them again. "There's so many... and there was more then just one pillar. I wonder if that's where the other Gotei captains are..." he murmured aloud, wiping sweat and blood from his brow, having gained a few scratches from his encounter with the ground earlier.

Nirami's eyes had narrowed when it was suggested that he sit down, but they softened at the apologetic look. He shook his head and kept watch while she tied up her sleeves. "It would be unwise. If we are attacked, it would be difficult for me to attack if I'm sitting down." He panted still, and muttered under his breath. "Ah, speak of the devil. Here comes another one." A hollow seemed to have just noticed them, and was now booking it towards the duo on all fours.

Deciding to try Shikai again despite his fatigue, Nirami chanted out the words, "Nagarederu, Homura!" Lashing out, the quickly-becoming whip seemed to catch on fire as it wrapped around one of the hollows' legs and took it off completely as Nir pulled.

Nirami nearly lost balance when Homura came back, and then he watched as Hans was hit from behind. He had to turn around as he noted a Hollow rushing at him from the side, and only caught a glimpse of how his female partner defeated the other Hollow. Almost falling backwards, the coal-eyed male lashed at the creature, keeping it back, though it was becoming more brave by the second. After a few more lashes, it rushed forwards, and Nir was pinned down by one of its' long arms.

Homura resting on the ground, Nirami began to feel the heat near his head. He winced as his bad arm was being crushed against his chest, but managed to move his good arm enough to lash the whip up and around the Hollows' head and defeat it before it dealt anymore damage. He then quickly and unsteadily got back to his feet, bringing Homura above his head and making sure it didn't touch the ground once again.

Makoto nodded and thought, Concentrating the battle in one area is a very logical plan. With the rate at which these Hollows keep appearing, two-man cells aren't going to be very effective. We need all the help we can... His thoughts were interrupted by a Hollow aiming for Tsunade. He jumped into action, slashing through its mask with ease. Makoto couldn't use his Lightning Cutter at this point, as his companion needed to concentrate.

Another duo of Hollows appeared as Tsunade's arrows formed a circle around her. Makoto was quick to act. He stretched his hand out again and called out, "Hadou #63: Raikouhou!" A large wave of red energy leapt from the Sunflower Shinigami's hand and struck both targets, destroying them almost immediately. Makoto dropped to one knee, beginning to run low on reiatsu.

It is amazing to see the difference this place has undergone. A few hours ago, it was bustling with students and friendly rivalry. Shimigami in training bustled around learning their trade and forming friendships that will last more than a human's lifetime. Then night fell, leaving the world in shambles. With the loss of the moon's gentle light comes waves of ebony death through the skies in a tsunami of hatred and hunger.

Well past the initial shock, much of the student body is either dispursed into the Seireitei, or dead. The unending feral hunger of Hollows claiming more than a few that were not ready for this level of carnage. A few, though, survive. Huddled together in small groups, they fight for their lives- making them instantly better than they knew through sheer desparation. A few Shikai's are revealed through death cries of trusted friends. Survivors are growing scarce, however. Fully realized Shimigami have come in to try and end this, but it is a stopgap at the moment. The Hollows are stopped, but not retreating. It is as if a Menos Grande willingly split itself open and the thousands of Hollows pour from an open wound.

Grouping together, some find partners in this war. One such group includes a famously powered Captian, and several students clinging to his powerful presence. As they fight, a first year struggles to keep up . . .

"There's no end to these things!" The power and resolve of Charles Takena is beginning to wane. Despite having killed his first hollow in a surprise attack, there have been no kills since. The power of surprise and ambush helped take down a Hollow with ease. Now, out in open combat the neophyte has no great skill or ability. Swinging wildly at times, the enemies are holding their distance if only that.

"If you have any help, now would be the time, Aitourensa!" the man growls. in his mind, the image of a spider arrives before him, the front two legs raised and fangs bared to the Hollows. A silken voice in his mind belies the stress of the moment with a curt reply I'm doing all we know how to. I am an ambush hunter- not a juggernaut.

Hans looked up at him and then nodded, taking her tessen and carefully cutting it so she didn't end up hurting him and then destroyed the fabric to make strips which she tied around wincing. She noticed him drift a little and reached over looking worried "We need to get out of here, and find another body to team up with. Two is great, but 3 or more would make it a party" she smiled at him, and looked around and saw Charles. He seemed to be doing okay at the moment but if they got over there they might be able to help him, although the possibility of Nir passing out remained in the back of her mind she shook her head. "C'mon Nirami, we need to get moving."

(( o_o.... ))

Hans nodded and followed beside him keeping an eye out for Hollows coming after them from the side as they skirted to where Charles was giving him a slight wave. "Need some help?" she inquired, because she knew that they definately did. She winced slightly turning to watch the gashes on her back were stinging like mad from the fabric and sweat that collected in them, her head pounding with the constant dull throb.

((aand I can't think of anything else >_<))