Basic Information
Name: Takashi Sayomi
Gender: Male
Age: Appears to look Twenty-three, but he is actually around one hundred and fifty years old.
Race:Shinigami
Appearance: Takashi is a rather tall man, standing tall and straight to his full height of six feet even. Shoulders are broad and his arms are long. His dark caramel brown hair is complemented with hazel green tint colored eyes. His skin pigment is peach and would glows under the sun a beautiful, sparkling tan. He has a slender figure, but is fitted. He is not bulky like other men, but, his massive brain handles it all. You will often see him in a flora like kimono, while on break.
Affiliation: The Gotei 13
Position/Rank: 3rd Division Lieutenant
Personality: Takashi is determined, concentrated and independent. Initially, he is cold and standoffish , distancing himself from strangers, or better known as a tsundere. Although, when it comes to women, he has a special spot for them or a different side for them except for the males. He loves to make girls smile for it is the essence of his happiness, since it reminds him of his dear mother.He has a mystique presence and background, making others difficult to befriend because he tends to be unopened.
He is the type of person who can lie with a straight face or act like nothing happened even though he is greatly bothered by something. His captain is an exception. The truth will always be spoken to her. However, for his love one's sake, he puts an act on being optimistic in order to relieve their worriment about him. Much of his motivation is fueled from what he perceives as failing to protect his beloved mother and wanting to make things right, which leads him to lash out at those he believes are evil. He is competent in his work as a Lieutenant. He is a spirited young man with a very strong sense of yet justice, even more so for that of a Lieutenant.
Takashi carries a powerful presence, noted for his stoic and inscrutable disposition when it comes down to business with a trait of a powerful, outspoken voice. Despite how arrogant or imposing he seems, Takashi is well-loved among his friends for being a insightful and forgiving person. He is truly a sweetheart. Takashi lives by a philosophy that it is his duty of the strong to protect and guide the weak. When things get out of hands, Takashi can resort to deceit and manipulation when the need arises. He is completely capable of turning the tides into his favor even at the worst moments.
History:
Childhood
During the Bakumatsu period in 1864, a time where there was still much controversy over the Choshu clan and Shogunate, a forbidden love story brought to the world a young child with icy eyes and the potential to be something great. This child was Takashi Sayomi, son to an infamous ronin and his beloved geisha mate. In the beginning of his life, he was raised by a single parent, his mother taking care of him and explaining to the her townspeople that he had arrived at her doorstep one night for fear the truth would earn her banishment. She even made young Takashi to believe this story to be the truth, though treated him with more love than any two parents could give him. Life was good for the small family. His mother would continue to work as a geisha, while Takashi went to school to learn the art of penmanship in hopes of becoming a scholar like his mother wished him to be. Learning was the only priority and task he had to focused in. It was important in his eyes alone at least.....until he found a hidden katana in a dark room, which his mother forbid him to go in because it was cursed. It wasn't thy gullible.
One day when his mother was at work, the boy's curiosity took him to the room and entered the room with courage, only to be surprise by the specks of dust living everywhere. It was very dark and had difficulties walking around. As he scavenged through the place, only then a small ray of light shone above a skinny and long object that of course caught his interest and attention. He approached it and picked it up with his petite hands as he blew off the dusk, revealing what appeared to be a blazing sword that would shine so bright in the darkness. Eyes would glistened in excitement from the tight steel when he pulled off the scrap board. The blade was very long and well curved. Intently scanning down the sharp reckoning, he noticed a familiar name crested in it. A name that was once spoked of and now long forgotten, his father.
From that moment, a change of heart will come. The fact of having no memories of his father shook the boy entirely. He could only assume that he was a samurai and his hero. At supper, Takashi would fill the table with questions about his father. But in denial, his mom refused to. She was scared that her son could probably share the same fate similar to her past husband. However that didn't stop determined boy.
Turning Point
Takashi became rebellious and adventurous, ditching school to explore the world and practice how to handle the sword by himself. Despite of the consequences his mom would give him, that burning fire within him will not vanished in thin air. His mother eventually gave up, knowing that it was impossible to change the way of the samurai. At that time, Takashi was in his teenaged years. Of course all teenagers become arrogant and ignorant. Life continued to bloom beautifully for the small family. But when there is light, there is always dark and the same conviction goes where there is happiness, there is disdain. Sometime around January, there was a night, a night darker then the previous ones. Everybody was sleeping, getting rested up for the upcoming holiday. With dreams in peace, it was then later tormented with explosion and flames.
The Choshu revolutionaries took action, burning down homes one by one until they were just mere twigs and stones. The village was being gulf in flames. His mother and him hastily made their escape. Cries and howls was heard everywhere as they ran. The revolutionaries chased after them. They eventually got up to the duo and all aimed to killed the child, but as they were about slash, his mother step in and died in his stead. She dropped to the ground and drowned under her blood. The only and last words that came out of his beloved mother's lips was, "I love you."
Hatred and madness grew in the boy and so, he would unleash his father's blade, eyes focused on them in rage. He was going to run away like a coward. With courage and determination, he charged in with no hesitation, using all his hate to fuel his power. In the end, he killed those poachers that followed them, but tears still continue to fall. Revenge didn't bring his mother back, his pain is still present. That incident was the turning point of his life.
Adult life
Times past, he later enrolled himself to a dojo known as Bojinkan Kocho, a martial art that teaches one how to fight their way out of dangerous situations. In two long years, Takashi has finally mastered the art. His mastered died of a disease and lenses him the dojo and his title, but he refused. Takashi was recruited to the Shinsengumi and proved to be a valuable fighter, whose footwork is as fast a his swings and his brain implementing steps in order to win in just fast seconds. He was an important asset to the group. Takashi was the mastermind.
Winning many glorious battles, he was honored title fifth Division Squad Captain at a young age of twenty. He was greatly noted for the incident at Ikedaya Inn, Kyoto, where him and his brave squadron of twelve fought against fifty Chosho revolutionaries. Fame rose upon him and the group.
Death
Like his master back at the dojo who died of an unknown disease, Takashi unluckily caught the disease as well. He retired from his work as a warrior and decided to spend his remaining years to study and read. He died at an age of twenty-three, but his legacy would still be continued further by the future generations.
On the day of his funeral, almost two hundred and fifty people would come to grieve Japan's lost. Takashi lost everything at first, though his determination kept him going. Unlike his father, he had good in him. He fought for justice and those who opposed it. Takashi died as a man with pride who seek greater glory.
Aftermath
It wasn't long until he awoke from a long dream, finding himself in a new world. A world where souls and spirits dwell. A smirk crossed his lips for he realize that a new journey was about to begin. He joined forces with the Gotei 13, becoming Third Division Lieutenant.
Zanpakuto Information
Name: Narihibiku Kaminari / 鳴り響く雷 (Roaring Thunder)
Sealed Appearance: Narihibiku Kaminari is a Kodachi, which is a shorter version of the Tachi blade. Unlike this Kodachi, it has it's own twin. Holding the normal wakizashi, the second sword, which is the Kodachi, has a hidden handle at the end of the scabbard. A very firm and secure fit, this sword can be carried or worn without the hidden blade coming loose or making a sound. The blade is between two to three feet long. The curve edge is curvier than a wakizashi. The blade collar is maroon with an imprinted image of a lightning bolt and below it, the guard is simple shaped circle. The temper line has its owner's name crested in it.
Release Command: "Roar, Narihibiku Kaminari! Roar!"
Shikai Appearance: Narihibiku can transform into a Odachi, which is broad and long sword whose steel points to a length of eight feet. It's slow, but has a nice blow along with its range.
Shikai Techniques/Abilities ((Limit of 3))
1. Kaminari gitai / 雷擬態 (Lightning Mimicry) - The user changes their body to a lightning form, which makes him stronger, faster, more durable, etc. They can dart around the area like streaks of lightning and will shock whoever they hit. The form only lasts for five posts before he revert to normal. Cool down: for two post.
2. Shokkubīmu / ショックビーム(Shock Beam) - The caster fires a single beam of lightning from their sword pointing directly at the enemy. The lightning travels quite fast and will burn and shock the target if hit. The target will be stunned for one post if they are hit.
3. Kaminari no eikyō / 雷の影響 (Thunder Impact) - The user may focus all its power in charging the sword for a 7 foot wide explosion of lightning, which is summoned forth from below the enemy to inflict severe electrical damage, once the blade is stabbed into the ground. There is a slight chance of paralyzing the foe. Cool down: for one post.
Bankai Status: [Achieved/ Not Achieved]
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Bankai Techniques/Abilities ((Limit of 3 including Upgraded Shikai ability. Exceptions can be made if the profile is particularly well done.))
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Combat Information
Specialization: Takashi is an outspoken speaker of influence. Socializing and communicating is one of his most valuable skills in can take pride in. Takashi is an excellent complex problem solver due to his academic education and his quick-witted mindset. He is very tactical. Because of his slim figure, stamina and speed are in his favor. He can keep his pace up while running for five miles nonstop without having to take any water breaks. However, due to his size, he can be easily knocked off like a twig. He is not bulky as the others. He's decent in wielding a sword.
⊱Hoho - Takashi excels when it comes so stamina, speed, and footwork. Agility is one of his biggest factors when fighting against opponents. He depends on it. While Takashi is not as fast as a master, he can still keep up quite effectively. His application of the technique is highly advanced. He's a shunpo expert after all.
⊱Hakudo - This is absolutely one of his most lacking skill that he needs to improve on. He is a novice at hand to hand combat. He tries to avoid being engaged with hand to hand combat at all cost.
⊱Zanjutsu - His only favorite fighting style preferences when in combat. Takashi is an expert swordsman who is highly skilled in using their Zanpakutō while sealed or in its Shikai. Because he is a Lieutenant, its nonetheless one of the skills that he had mastered in order to be promoted in the first place.
⊱Kido - Takashi possess a basic knowledge of it. He can use low- to mid-level Kidō without incantation, but often have trouble using spells at higher levels. He often doesn't use such skills in battles.
Known Techniques/Skills
⊱Bakudou
No. 1: Sai
No. 8: Seki
No. 9: Geki
⊱Hadou
No. 31: Shakkahou
No. 4: Byakurai
⊱Zanjutsu
Hozuri
Agitowari
Other Information: Carries around his mother's necklace in remembrance of her
Likes:
⊱ Winter's breeze
⊱ Cats
⊱ Swordplay
⊱ Literature
⊱ Oolong tea
Dislikes:
⊱ Bitter food
⊱ Procrastination
⊱ Nightmares
⊱ Ignorance
⊱ Pointless arguments
Goals: To fulfill his beloved mother's dream by becoming a man with success and pride, which she hoped him to be.
Theme:
⊱ Warm Water by Banks (Main)
⊱ Not a Bad Thing by Justin Timberlake (Romance)
⊱ Vogel im Kafig (Fighting)
