Chapter 181 180: Spirit Communication Network
Arima Shizuya's Bankai.
Its essence is a unique ability that breaks down, strengthens, and distributes eight abilities.
Although there is also a distinction between strong and weak on the surface, that is also a relative comparison.
Considering that the eight abilities are enough to deal with a variety of situations, in most cases, Arima Shizuya's single ability is enough to make people amazed.
And right now, it is exactly such a situation.
Gandharva.
Among the Eight Divisions of the Heavenly Dragon, Gandharva is also called the "Incense God".
It is a god who does not eat meat and wine, but only seeks fragrance as nourishment. It is one of the gods who serves Indra and specializes in playing music and singing.
From other perspectives, this seemingly professional term can also be explained.
In Sanskrit, its meaning symbolizes the weirdness of "unpredictable".
Even the "mirage" in the traditional sense can also be called the Gandharva City.
Elusive and illusory.
This is the true meaning of Gandharva.
And now, under Arima Shizuya's interpretation, his ability seems to become extremely simple and clear.
"My spiritual power can be amplified and spread through the Bankai Gandharva method."
"Just like seasonal pollen, this dispersed spiritual power can be integrated into the earth, air, and even into the human body."
"Is it a little difficult to understand? Well... In fact, the power you just felt is the ability of Gandharva."
Combine the ability with others in a sticky way.
In other words.
"Friendly units affected by my ability can unconditionally perform these new ghost ways."
Because it is ethereal and ethereal, it can also be everywhere.
Born from Arima Shizuya's ability to capture and analyze the surrounding environment, it has now become this unique ability that can transform into everything.
Shock alone is not enough to describe one ten-thousandth of the current emotion.
After all, it is not the first time to see such an ability to merge with everything. In front of some experienced people, this kind of thing also has corresponding weaknesses.
But...
Arima Shizuya's is a little different.
"It's a little worrying..."
Kyōraku Shunsui's brows rarely frowned, he put down the things in his hands, his eyes full of thoughtful brilliance.
"Captain Arima, the next question may be a little private, can you accept it?"
I don't know whether to say it's cunning or so "sinister".
In this situation, Arima Shizuya couldn't refuse the other party's request no matter what.
Not to mention this is a legitimate demand.
"You can ask it."
Kyōraku Shunsui pondered for a moment and said softly.
"This form of ability, rather than a new ghost way... it should be more like an extension of Captain Arima's ability?"
This description may seem too general.
Kyōraku Shunsui also explained it at the same time.
"Although it is just my wishful thinking at the moment, Captain Arima, see if this is the truth..."
The decadent uncle raised his right hand and pointed his index finger in the air.
"Captain Arima has distributed his special abilities to other people with the power of his Zanpakuto."
"As long as they are judged as companions by Captain Arima, or after meeting certain conditions, they can be recognized by the power of Zanpakuto."
"Based on this, Captain Arima has disassembled and shared his abilities... Is it okay for me to understand this?"
As expected of a veteran captain.
He is also a guy from the intelligence system.
Not only is he very organized when talking about things, but even the content is impeccable.
Kyoraku Shunsui almost completely analyzed Arima Shizuya's abilities, and facing this "question", the person involved did not have the slightest intention of hiding anything.
"As Captain Kyoraku said, theoretically...it is indeed the truth."
"Humph, so it's just some of your tricks."
Can make such a discordant sound.
Even without turning around, you can guess who is talking.
Captain of the Second Division, Soi-Fong.
Even though forty years have passed, this guy still seems to be upset about the result of the fight that day.
Although she doesn't show irrational behavior of singing a different tune, she will never let go of such a chance to sneer...
She is the kind of person who wants to step on Arima Shizuya when she finds an opportunity.
At this moment, facing Soi-Fong's ridicule, Arima Shizuya pondered for a moment, and finally just gave a plain smile.
"Indeed, my current ability is quite limited... That's why the scope is limited to such a small extent."
It must be uncomfortable to punch cotton, but it is also obvious at this moment.
No one will care about this guy's feelings - noticing the subtle tone of Arima Shizuya, the silent Mayuri raised his head slightly.
"Range?"
It was as if some key words were triggered...
"Yes, it's the range."
Arima Shizuya raised his right hand halfway, making a gesture of empty grip at this moment.
"The range of Gandharva's ability depends on the overall level of my spiritual pressure and the degree of control over the environment."
The former is a hard condition, and the latter is the specific information that needs to be mastered in order to build a network-like system.
"Over the years, I have tried hard to adapt to the internal environment of the Soul Society. Today, I can cover about one-third of my ability."
Although it sounds a bit regrettable, from an individual perspective, it is already quite exaggerated to be able to achieve this level.
After all, this is literally trying to change the various rules within the Soul Society with "one's own strength".
Now, hearing Arima Shizuya's complaints, Kyoraku Shunsui couldn't help but laugh bitterly.
"No, no, no, this is already very powerful..."
Speaking of which.
Although there was a similar ability before.
But that one was mainly aimed at himself, by absorbing external energy for his own use, thus exerting extraordinary power.
"But Captain Arima's is different..."
"You are not the one who asks, but the other party who exists as the supply side."
"If this thing can really be stabilized and fully implemented under the premise of conditions permitting..."
There is no doubt.
This is definitely an exaggerated improvement in the overall combat effectiveness of the Soul Society.
"Well, I've understood the general direction. But... I only have one last question."
Adjusting the bamboo hat on his head, Kyoraku Shunsui's expression was slightly condensed, and he said in a serious tone.
"When others use the ghost way designed by Captain Arima, the spiritual power they use... is it all provided by you?"
This is a very serious question.
After all, even as a captain-level figure, it is absolutely impossible to supply the entire Soul Reaper of the Soul Society without limit to support others to release unlimited ghost ways.
There must be some kind of restriction here.
Arima Shizuka also chuckled at this moment, but said in a light tone.
"Of course not...I'm not the kind of monster whose spiritual power is so exaggerated that it can be squandered at will."
So.
"I'm just a trigger to connect each other."
"It is used to connect the will of the Soul Reaper inside the Soul Society, and the spirit particles floating in the air and around."
"If I have to describe it...well, I prefer to call it a spirit particle communication network."
Pulling the spirit particles and the Soul Reaper, connecting the two sides completely together.
As the saying goes, the name is just like the person...
Gandharvas are in charge of illusions, ethereal things, and do not produce anything.
They themselves absolutely do not provide any spiritual power supply.
"It is well known."
"Most of the things in the Soul Society we live in are composed of spirit particles."
"So under the influence of my ability, everyone's consumption of ghosts will naturally be paid for by the surrounding environment."
"Of course, this will definitely cause some damage...So the extent of use and what kind of restrictions need to be made require further confirmation and discussion in this regard."
Kuroshita Mayuri couldn't help but whispered softly.
He had no expression on his face and whispered like a dream.
"Are you actually taking the spirit particles around you for your own use? This behavior... is just like a Quincy."
Indeed.
After all, it is true that the God of Death can drive spirit particles and use these resources to fight against the enemy.
But in terms of control and proficiency in this regard. It is obviously not the opponent of the Quincy who specializes in these contents.
What they are good at is robbing and plundering. Just by hearing the name "Saint Li", you can basically understand the nature of the behavior of the Quincy...
Although the Shinigami are not good at this kind of behavior, it does not mean that they can't do it.
At least in the environment created by Arima Shizuka, the Shinigami can also temporarily play the role of the Quincy.
"I don't provide any spiritual power, but let both parties be able to connect... This is the most basic logic."
Arima Shizuka only uses his own ability to build a virtual and hazy application environment in a relatively familiar environment.
That's all.
"Of course, if necessary, I can also turn myself into an output terminal and provide spiritual power output for the Shinigami within the range in a short time."
"But this time will definitely not be long, after all, my ability is limited... I may not be able to fight for more than a few minutes, and I can't continue to support it."
"Please forgive me for the shortcomings in this regard."
After hearing this, it was Aizen Sosuke who responded at this moment.
The prison master stood at the position of the third squad, and at this moment, he put his hands on his chest and showed his signature generous smile.
"Please don't underestimate yourself, Captain Arima. If your ability is really put on the agenda, it will definitely bring considerable help to the Soul Society."
The prison master made a good start at this time.
Others also gave corresponding comments.
Captain of the fourth squad.
Unohana Retsu said in a rare thoughtful tone.
"If you can use this Kaido without restrictions during the time when Captain Arima's ability is activated..."
"Then it is very necessary to conduct relevant training within the fourth squad."
"When necessary, this ability will definitely save a lot of people."
Captain of the seventh squad, Komamura Sajin, echoed at this moment.
"Although the public security has improved a lot recently, there are always some rough guys in the inner court guards..."
"If we can use a simple and easy-to-use binding technique, it will be a great help to our work."
"This is just my personal opinion. I fully agree with Captain Arima's proposal."
The bustling opinions kept interweaving, and at the end.
Captain of the Eighth Division.
Kyoraku Shunsui tried to make a summary speech.
"Yeah~ It seems that everyone seems to be quite interested in Captain Arima's research."
"Although it is a good thing, it is a new thing after all. It will take time to verify whether it is stable or not."
"So everyone should calm down a little. It's not too late to say these things after the process is completed."
At the same time, Kyoraku Shunsui turned to Arima Shizuya who was not far away.
He said in a deep voice.
"Then let me briefly summarize it, Captain Arima."
"Your ability can provide eight kinds of instant use of ghost methods within the Soul Society, and can be used multiple times if conditions permit."
"And to achieve this condition, you need to make corresponding preparations... uh, wait a minute, I have to look through the manual again."
After all, everything is written in it.
"Requirement 1: Captain Arima needs to stay inside the Soul Society and keep his Bankai Gandharva in a released state."
This is the basis for building a spiritual particle communication network, so it is not surprising.
"Requirement 2: During the duration of the ability, Captain Arima cannot be affected by the outside world... A relatively quiet environment is required."
The person concerned nodded slightly and smiled at this moment.
"Yes... Although it is indeed a familiar place, it is still a relatively mentally exhausting thing to build a corresponding network."
If you want to achieve the purpose of assisting the entire Soul Society, this requirement is still a relatively normal thing.
Kyoraku Shunsui nodded without hesitation.
In terms of the cost alone, it can be said to be negligible.
After all, there are thirteen teams in the Gotei.
If the fifth team is working, then the other twelve teams are not dead...
So far, this is the full picture of Arima Shizuya's Bankai Gandharva.
Its ability, trigger conditions, and the state it needs to maintain, etc., have all been fully analyzed and presented at this moment.
And facing this topic and record raised by the captain of the 5th Division, Kyoraku Shunsui couldn't help but sigh.
"What insignificant..."
"It's outrageous to be able to do this."
"Captain Arima, compared to your means, we so-called captains seem so redundant."
A self-deprecating tone.
But it also revealed a bit of sincerity.
After all, Kyoraku Shunsui's thoughts are indeed like this.
Possessing the ability to change the Soul Society... shouldn't it be the entire Soul Society.
Not through one's own individual ability, but let the rest of the people learn to control the power that does not belong to them.
Arima Shizuya, where is your limit?