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Distant Hero is Herieo's spirit, mostly known for his positive outlook on.. Everything. The spirit is never saddened, always chipper and sarcastic while maintaining a very likable attitude. He prefers Herieo call him Hero as a shortened term, (said when they first met and he was "Created"), one could say. His appearance is that of a twenty five year old, black stubble on his chin to compliment a large shower of black hair. He looks as if he's an older, more mature looking, Herieo but denies all physical similarities between the two. instead, he states the boy is 'Cute' but not as 'Sexy' as him. He also states the two are way too different, as his own personality is "Far Above In Level" when compared to Herieo's. He does, despite all this mockery of his other half, seem to care about his well being and does attempt to keep his morale up in bad situations. His outfit is very odd (Though he begs to differ!) and consist of a long coat, odd design and not like many have seen before! He wears two outfits however, one being a work suit of some sort and the other being his odd overcoat. There both worn depending on the occasion at hand.

Hero lives in a very odd spiritual world, amongst clouds and literally 'Within' the sky. There is no visible ground that is stable, but the clouds are easily capable of being sat on. Hero is known to lounge about atop them, going with the breeze. Generally, it is never daytime in the world, but always night out with a bright full moon. The sky terrain mostly resembles Hueco Mundo, excluding the sand and trees. The seemingly barren, inhospitable land is very good for tricky battles. When training, Hero claims that the clouds move and cycle at high speeds, as if time were changing before his eyes; Using this as a training field, he can hop between high speed clouds, balancing himself on them as they thin and become smaller. Hero, ironically, does not have the ability to fly, but can conjure clouds through odd hand motions. If pushed or while clumsily falling over the edge, one will fall into the deep blue darkness below, but appear above the area, falling from the sky in a never-ending cycle. The area works the same way horizontally, meaning if one cloud-hops too far, they will end up in the same area they started from!

Herieo's Zanpakuto, when first conjured, took form as duel round edged Aikuchi's. The short weapon's abilities are purely defensive, the blunt ends being unable to cut; Just slam. They, mainly, are used for parrying blows as there adaptable size makes them very capable of holding out against other sharp blades. The grayish steel that makes up the weapon is not shiny in the least bit, resembling stone slabs but more smooth. They are held by a small tassel tied around where the hilt is, hanging down the thigh areas of Herieo's legs. The two weapons are rather odd looking, as they have no hilts. Both the hilt and sheath are matching, and blend together to make it so that they don't even resemble weapons of any kind. They merely resemble accessories! The two are not very eye-catching, but dangle lightly with movement. The sheath end is facing down, while the drawing end is where the tassel is tied. When used, they are capable of performing Konso and slaying hollows through hitting there mask.

His shikai takes form as a pair of fingerless gloves, each dark blue and seemingly normal. Known for his inability to wield many fatal weapons, Herieo uses a pair of gloves to fight. Just as powerful as any Zanpakuto, he can catch even released efforts barehanded! The weapon's ability is that of an Insulator, capable of halting energy flow for short periods of time to allow attacks to follow through in power struggles. Though this may not be much, it comes in handy when facing certain foes. Other then this useful perk the released Zanpakuto has few literal attacks, only one of them having been taught to Herieo upon gaining the release. The first technique is named "Heroic Effort", already learned by Herieo before he gained his spiritual status as a Shinigami. When used it's power can vary depending on Herieo's wishes. He can surge a mass of power, or distribute it evenly while striking.

His shikai, also, gives advancement to his physical stature and allows him to performs feats otherwise impossible. This permanent form allows him to naturally perform physical actions with less strain. His stamina level is extremely high and his tolerance for pain and damage is also up there. He can recover with minimal struggle from physical blows, and can go on even after full on contact with spiritual techniques such as Kido. This is the true aspect of his Zanpakuto; Undying Defensive Abilities. The term refers to a Hero's Vigor, and Stride in combat; Never one to permanently falter, even when damaged to large extents. His shikai allows him to access a very high Morale state, accompanied with it's power. Herieo's personality and spirit are truly what determined his release to be Permanent.

Pure, unaltered spiritual pressure will gather into a deep blue aura about Herieo's chosen limbs, tinted with a blazing blue like his eyes. Moving, as if it has it's own fiery personality, the attack is a very potent release of his vast spiritual power. After the technique is performed, excess energy from the impact drains away, and shades the area struck with a bluish tint. His fist imprint can be seen on whatever target was struck, searing its image into the object indefinently. If concentrated enough, it can be fired like bullet. It's speed is similar to that of a hollow's bala, its strength being reminiscent to that of a number 56 destructive spell.

Fiery is a state, built upon as long as a battle rages on. His mental awareness rises, and his morale also skyrockets. He never once, in a bout, will lose his vigor or will to go on. Instead, his fighting abilities will increase and awaken. His spiritual pressure has been known to rise 12-20% when this has been going on for longer periods of combat. When facing multiple opponents, Fiery keeps him going!

(When Fiery Is Initiated, His Body Gains A Feint Aura, Sludgy And Dense In Energy Giveoff. Effects That Target Herieo's Emotions Or Morale State Are Ineffective, And Don't Work Too Well Against Him.)

"Splice Bracer" refers to Herieo's signature technique, being an advanced form of Hero's Effort. When used (without incantation) the slits in the knuckles of the gloves begin to emit and compress massive amounts of pressure, fueled by Herieo's own power supply.These shape into small, curved, knuckle blades that are rounded and unable to slice. Instead, they bring forth an enormous pressurized force to any object the make contact with, spiritual or not. The round edged blades absorb onto the item struck, and prolong the force of the blow.

(For the next 4-Post, the target loses 60% of there perception, and can't see straight/is dizzy and recovering. There mobility is also decreased a good 20%. The target, overall, is shaken on a higher scale.)

When the Incantation is used, the 'Splice Bracers' grow to shoulder length, instead of retaining there form as curves on the knuckles. This makes it possible for him to deflect and parry larger weapons. This form has the same effects as the first, but the range and force behind the initial blow is increased. Also, only when the incantation is used, the rounded blade glows white. If the splice bracers are used to parry against weapons or physical contact of any sort, the pressurized force is "Rang" through the item used to touch them; If your touching an item they've struck, then the effects are transferred to you. The attack, generally, is not fueled by spiritual energy, but held together by it. The attack's effects are physical and only have an energy-based form until they've come in contact with something; Upon contact, it is purely physical.

Herieo's mode of fighting is barehanded, using the gloves as an Insulator to parry attacks and block blows. With an above average strength level, and an enhanced speed rate he is quite the formidable opponent. His single-perked Shikai may seem somewhat bland at first, but his unique usage of it's few abilities makes it an ideal weapon for the child. As stated above, his preferences in weaponry are those that don't cut or appear to cause fatal wounds; Though his innate strength and speed may do worse then a thin slit, it's not the same in his book. His main areas of attacking are places where he can merely incapacitate the foe. He prefers to disarm and attack in the same motion, but at times he will use the gloves offensively. If given the chance, he will attempt to refrain the foe from weaponry/ability usage then proceed to pound and subdue. Tactical thinking seems to be lacking in his fighting style, as he takes many a risk with a smile. If given the chance, he will actually proceed to take damage and assess a situation and abilities instead of dodging and thinking things through; This is because he knows of his extremely high endurance level; Not only does his spiritual pressure level contribute to the mass of endurance his body holds, but also the shikai itself. Most blows that would incapacitate can be taken without consequences as fatal as they should be.

To activate Herieo's bankai, he will close his eyes lightly then jab his left arm in a curved path towards the sky. At the moment his arm outstretches the full length, the glove seemingly shatters the sky above him, hexagonal shards spreading in every direction as they refract off each thing within the immediate area. As the shower begins to fall about Herieo, it shifts into a spiral then proceeds to cover his image for a short time. When things are cleared (Usually, the energy output causes sand or debris to rise or cover the complete transformation) Herieo is seen weaponless, but dressed in another outfit; The same outfit his Zanpakuto spirit wears when he's battling unreleased or in shikai! The outfit is only slightly modified to fit Herieo's size and the head flap is slightly less closed. It is now more similar to a hood for the coat, capable of being removed. The outfit seems to be the only advancement, his spiritual pressure seemingly compressed into the form as a buffer for damage.

Herieo's bankai takes form as an irremovable armor. It's main usage is deflecting techniques and supplying an unreal 'Spiritual Stamina'. This is it's second ability, increasing Herieo's 'Spiritual Potency' as one could call it. This, overall, increases the most natural of traits; His strength is greatly increased, enough to dent the strongest of foes; His speed is brought to a rather extravagant level; And finally, his physical and mental endurance is brought up an octave. This makes it harder for him to be mentally effected by an opponents efforts, or to falter due to being overpowered (though not likely). It also makes it very hard for opponents to wound him, as the outfit shatters, and reforms upon contact.

With each hit landed, the outfit buffers the damage, and its strength is cut down a good 85%. When hit effectively, even just a little, the hexagonal plates shed but are near-instantaneously replaced. The outfit is a visible meter of how much Reiastu is placed into the Bankai. As a battle continues, the suit breaks down and his skin is visible through it. It never actually shows any rips or scarring, but the 'Thinner' it will appear. If taken down too much, Herieo's Bankai Outfit could end up becoming sleeveless, torso-less, and near completely shattered. The pieces evaporate into the atmosphere once they've fallen off, so recovery of each lost piece of energy is impossible. Also, being hit too much will deplete energy; Even if Herieo enters the bankai while full of reiastu, taking a beating without even attacking will cause him to lose energy due to the outfit breaking down and shedding his energy on it's own. The Bankai being out in itself is a double edged sword. if not used correctly, the user can be taken down quite easily.

The "Bankai Outfit", which is the actual bankai, cannot be cut meaning no bodily harm can be inflicted by a blade unless the physical force behind it is admirable enough to not be buffered. This makes it very, very hard for those without an admirable weapon to affect him. The suit, known for it's abilities to buffer energy based efforts also, cannot be sliced or cut by a reiastu based slash or slice. Another perk the suit holds is the rather long time period it is capable of staying active! The Bankai literally hardens (Like Hierro you could say; Just with it's own unique traits, corresponding with the Zanpakuto Spirits abilities.) the spiritual power of it's user and gives it a smaller physical manifestation. His full form may be considered a bankai, but physically does not resemble any sort of 'Full Release'. This is due to it's smallish form, being an outfit and not an actual weapon. (When comparing it to a release, I'd use Tensa Zangetsu. Instead of a broad full release like most bankai, such as Renji's and Ikkaku's are, it's a compressed form of all the power with few specific abilities. Ichigo's Bankai increases mainly his speed and mobility, while mines increases "All-Around Traits", equal to the level one would expect from a Bankai. Traits are increased 5-10 times over.) The final perk of Herieo's Bankai would have to be the expanded Insulator traits. It wouldn't be very 'Fair' if Herieo's outfit could be destroyed by one large attack! (I.E; High Level Kido, Gran Rey Cero, Your Mom's Pet 'Teto'!) The Insulator traits of his Zanpakuto have expanded to comfort the entire outfit, becoming visible whenever Herieo is faced with Energy-Based techniques. When threatened by energy techniques, the outfit will work like a magnet, absorbing and repelling in a repetitive fashion back and forth. This strange visual causes Herieo's Bankai to change colors, stealing the tint of the attackers energy. The energy from the technique, temporarily, can be stored into the outfit as layers of the Hexagonal Shards. This is Herieo's mode of replenishing his outfit's body, and prolonging the release phrases potency.

For defensive means, Herieo does not follow the same methods for combat; Instead of using the suit altogether, he sanctions out certain areas to be struck; The toughest points on the suit. These parts include: The forearms; The hands; Knee caps and below; The feet; And finally, the neck. The neck area of the outfit is the thickest however, not easily seen when looking at the outfit. One must have very keen sight and senses to notice such an insignificant advantage of the suit; It come sin handy however. When forced into positions where the head could be cleaved off, the suit already buffers all but 15% of the blows force. The 15% left over (If Admirable Enough) could still cause massive damage to the throat area, so the extra 'Cushion' in the area proves enough to halt an extra 9% of the damage; A mere 6% of the force is left buffered, capable of disorienting anyone other then Herieo. His natural endurance allows him to skim off this percentage. In action, and while blocking with the sanctioned areas, he will apply force with whatever item or limb is oncoming; Attempting to match and overpower it in the same trace of motions. He will not counter, but assert situations to the best of his abilities. A simple slash, buffered by Herieo's forearms, can become a disarming of the weapon used. Herieo strength comes into play also. [A note about these "Strongest Points" is that they don't shed as much as other areas when hit directly.]

For offensive means, Herieo uses the suit! The release supplies him with extremely advanced physical enhancements, making it very possible for him to defeat foes in a few blows if used correctly. He doesn't have many 'Preset' techniques, as Hero mostly relies on his natural efforts as his combat skills. He has no definite style, so combat is based off of a more natural fighting style; Pure Beat'em Up! His combat techniques consist of mostly punches and kicks, performed at high speeds and in barrages as to not let up. The purpose behind the attacks are to break the opponent down and limit there ability to go on. He also incorporates "Throws" and "Grapples" when the situations occur, using his advantageous strength level to overpower at times.

Screaming 'Rupture', Herieo will send forth a straight fist. Like a wave, the atmosphere will distort and become blurry in a straight path before him. All physical items within the range will be hit with a high pressured force, capable of causing mass pressure and a distinct pain if contact is made. The target has trouble breathing and moving a few seconds after contact is made.

Usually to start off a bout', Herieo will dynamically fling himself towards the opponent, charging at a visible, but blurring, rate. Upon reaching a good range, he will proceed to deliever a barrage of hefty blows, repetitive but effective on whatever they make contact with. Contact with a non-physical technique will cause an immediate shattering, tenderizing the energy with a blurring group of equal and opposite forces making contact. The outfit, when this technique is used, does not shave as much as one would think, and the only debris are a few shingles flaking from his wrist areas. (Fist Only)

A flying kick, used after a large distance is made. In this technique, Herieo fluctuates between being visible to a blur to a faded image and repeats this pattern within each passing moment. Once contact is made, he becomes completely visible and his body is no longer frigid, but stiff and unmoving. Contact from this technique releases a massive amount of pressure into the target's body. They then experience an advanced seizure-like vibration, distorting there perception and halting movement for a short period of time. Natural damage is taken, usually a few broken bones and bleeding depending on the struck area. (Usually Torso!)