Hayashi Gekidu

[gekidu]

Name: Hayashi Gekidu
Age: 45
Gender: Male
Personality:

Much of Gekidu's personality is derived directly from his upbringing. Being raised by bears in the forest he developed very poor social skills. He is poor at communication with words, so he often lets his fists and sword do the talking. He is very quick to anger and will never back down from a challenge due to his pride. Gekidu is very defensive of his territory and anyone who appears to be threatening him is dealt with quickly and without remorse.

Internally his personality matches his monstrous physique. He is extremely tough and has almost never been emotionally upset or sad. Rumors circulate that he has never once felt sadness or shed a tear. He is also very aggressive and thick headed. If he gets an idea in his head, only death can stop him.

Behind this rage filled, aggressive exterior, he is actually quite intellectual. Much of the time he will be sitting quiet deep in thought. One of his favorite things to do is to return to the forest he was raised in and meditate. Nature is a big part of his life and he doesn't want to forget his roots. He is also very protective of his family and friends. He is willing to fight to the death in order to protect them.

Appearance:

Gekidu is a monstrous individual. He stands a towering 6'10 and has muscles upon muscles. In size he rivals that of Captain Komamura. He has medium length, brown, unkempt hair that stops at his shoulders. His face is covered by a full beard.

Zanpakuto Spirit:

Metotush Kamui, The Great Bear Goddess



The spirit world that Kamui resides in is wooded area near a rural Japanese village. It is hear the Metotush is revered by the villagers and seen as a God. She rules over this domain. The forest itself most closely resembles the forest of Yellowstone National Park. A massive forest filled with running rivers; a forest paradise. Metotush herself is an extremely large grizzly bear, larger than any bear ever seen. She has a personality similar to that of Gekidu, but she is slower to anger than him. She views Gekidu as her own child, and offers her power to him so that he will not be harmed.

Sealed Zanpakuto:

In its sealed state Gekidu's zanpakuto has a normal looking blade that is constantly dirtied with blotched of mud. The handle is wrapped in brown and green and has roots wrapped around the handle as well adding to the earthen appearance of the sword. The sheath is a normal black sheath.

Shikai Description:

Name: Kumatsumi
Release Command: Grow Your Claws Metotush Kamui



Gekidu's zanpakuto forms ninja claws around Gekidu's fists. The two claws are connected at the bases by a retractable steel claw. Gekidu can use this by removing one claw and throwing it at his opponent for ranged attacks.

Shikai Abilities:

Earth Shield: By slamming his fist into the ground Gekidu upends the Earth around him creating a 360 degree shield of rocks.

Root Net: By slamming his fist into the ground and saying the correct phrase Gekidu creates roots that travel underground and come up at the feet of the enemy and grab onto his legs and arms.

Maul: A high powered swipe that can cause massive damage with a direct hit.

Strength Enhancement: Gekidu loves hand to hand combat, and this is reflected in his Shikai. When in shikai his already incredible strength is increased 10 fold.

Bankai Description:

Name: Ursus
Release Command: Bear mother protect the your child as you protect the earth, lend me your power!





The claws around Gekidu's hands grow into massive gauntlets resembling a bears hand. They stay connected by a steel chain that is attached at the bottom of the gauntlets. A chain from both of the gauntlets travels up to his head where a large metal bear helmet forms around his head. The metal is covered by a thick layer of brown fur.

Bankai Abilities:

Roar: Gekidu goes on all fours and digs his claws into the ground to steady himself for the attack. He concentrates a large amount of reiatsu in his body and then releases it all at once in a loud roar that creates an extremely strong beam of concentrated reiatsu similar to a cero like attack.

Shake the Earth: Gekidu thrusts his hand into the earth and channels reiatsu through the ground. By channeling the reiatsu into specific areas he can control the earth and create massive earthquakes. This can be used for attack or defense.

Tree of Life: Leaves begin to float down from the sky and a single seed drops to the ground at the feet of the enemy. By channeling his reiatsu into the seed Gekidu cause the seed to grow into a massive red oak that grows around the enemy, encasing him/her in a giant redwood tree. (This attack is similar to Hitsugya's ice that he traps Halibel in)



Enhanced Strength: While in Bankai Gekidu's strength is increased 10 fold. He can easily level a building with a single blow.

Skill Level: Kidou: Beginner
Skill Level: Swordsmanship: Advanced
Skill Level: Shunpou: Intermediate
Skill Level: Hand-to-hand: Advanced
History/Background:

Gekidu was born to an unexpecting couple who were not ready for a child. They took the child deep into a forest and abandoned him. It is here that Gekidu experienced his human death. The place was unique though. It was high in spiritual energy and acted as a gateway into a vast forest in the spiritual world. For days the baby cried, hungry and thirsty, but his cries went unanswered. One day a large mother bear was walking bye and heard the cries. She decided to take the child under her wing and raise him as one of her own. This is where Gekidu met his mother, Metotush Kamui.

Gekidu spent every moment of his childhood by his mother's side. She taught him the ways of the earth and the ways of the bear. Gekidu grew up into a massive man. Towering at 6'10 and with layer upon layer of muscle, he truly was a bearish man.

One day while wandering through the forest with his mother, his mother stopped and said; "Gekidu my child, it is time that you live your own life. A man such as yourself does not belong hidden in the forest. I will give you the gift of my power and will always be by your side." With that his mother began to fade away leaving a zanpakuto in her place. Gekidu took up the sword and began his journey into civilization.

Because he grew up in the forest Gekidu had poor social skills as well as no money or home. He spent his time traveling between towns doing odd jobs for little cash. He spent the little cash he got in bars where he spent most of his time. He was constantly getting in fights and quickly earned a reputation for being unrivaled in strength and ferocity. One day as he sat in a bar drinking his sake a man in a white haori sat next to him. "So, you're the famed Gekidu of the bears?" Gekidu continued to drink his sake, giving the man no attention. "Hmph, so you think your tough huh?" The conversation quickly went from words to swords. Gekidu was swiftly defeated and left bloodied on the ground. As the man walked away Gekidu grabbed his leg. "Don't you dare walk away! I'm not done with you." The man kicked away Gekidu's hand. "If you want to continue this, come to the Seireitai and become a shinigami." With that the man left.

Gekidu at first ignored the man's request. But the memory of being beaten so easily didn't sit well with him. He decided to join the Seireitai and become a shinigami in hopes that one day he could defeat that man.

RP Sample:

Gekidu walked through the forest until he gazed upon a large redwood tree. He sat at the bottom of the tree and placed his zanpakuto beside him. He closed his eyes and sat in meditation. A large furry head gently laid itself down in his lap. Gekidu began to stroke the familiar fur. "Hello mother." He said softly. "Its good to see you again Gekidu. I see you've joined the ranks of the Shinigami. You're doing well for yourself." His mother's approval brought a smile to his face. "Thanks mother." They sat there for a while in silence, taking in the serene atmosphere. "Gekidu, remember, I will always be by your side, you are not alone." And his mother disappeared. Gekidu put his hand on his zanpakuto and took a deep breath letting out a sigh. "I know mother." Gekidu got up and began walking away.

[temple]

Approved without Bankai. Ranked at mid-level: average