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Chapter 102 - Chapter 99: Substitute Soul

Over these days, Yamahiko spent his afternoons learning Kido with Hachigen Ushōda. In just three days, he successfully re-mastered Rikujōkōrō, Hyapporankan, and Enkōsen.

After mastering these three Bakudō techniques, the binding strength reached fifty percent. By continuing to train his perception and mindset, he could further enhance their power.

Every day, with the help of Mashiro Kuna and Hachigen Ushōda, Yamahiko progressively improves himself in a continuous cycle.

In addition to this, Yamahiko has not forgotten his research on magnetic field training on his body and the development of "Wind Shunkō."

By Friday, just after finishing his training, a large package entered through the door. The package was very close to the ground, moving as if it were attached to the surface.

Only the Visored and a few individuals, such as Kisuke Urahara, Yoruichi Shihouin, and Tessai Tsukabishi, can freely enter the barrier. But why only a backpack?

The crowd looked at the backpack, which slowly tilted and fell to the ground. A black cat jumped out and exclaimed, "Yamahiko, your things have arrived."

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Upon seeing the other party, Yamahiko quickly went over and shouted, "Captain Yoruichi."

The black cat shook its body, causing the dust on its fur to fall off, and then said, "Inside are the items brought to you by Urahara Kisuke."

"So much?" Yamahiko was a bit surprised, seeing the large package.

Yoruichi said, "In addition to what you requested, there are some items that Urahara Kisuke thought you could use. Find a place; I'll teach you how to use the Gigai."

Yamahiko nodded, lifted the package, and eagerly returned to his room, ready to open it.

"In the package, there are many things. Firstly, there is the "Gigai." The Gigai is stacked together, wearing clothes that resemble a school uniform in style.

Yoruichi said, "Considering your size and appearance resembling an eleven-year-old, like an elementary school student, we made a school uniform for you."

Yamahiko then opened the Gigai Box, and a round bead rolled out to the side.

[Gikongan - img]

Yamahiko picked up the bead and looked at Yoruichi, asking, "Yoruichi-senpai, what is this?"

Yoruichi replied, "This is the Gikongan. It can forcibly separate the soul and the body. After the soul leaves the body, you will gain control over it, preventing the body from being destroyed or attracting the attention of humans in the living world."

Curious, Yamahiko asked, "Yoruichi-senpai, do I have to enter the Gigai to use the Gikongan? How do I enter the Gigai?"

Yoruichi explained, "Just lay the Gigai flat and lie on top of it."

Yamahiko placed the Gigai on the bed and lay down. Immediately, he felt his soul entering a soft place. His senses were gradually affected, but after a moment of discomfort, they returned, though less acute than before, and his spiritual perception disappeared.

Slowly standing up, Yamahiko, without spiritual perception, felt a bit uncomfortable, but he could still sense the world around him with his remaining senses.

Yamahiko looked at his palms, legs, and feet, all indistinguishable from a human body. Strictly speaking, the Gigai was equivalent to a human body, a vessel for the soul.

However, when Yamahiko tried to mobilize spiritual power, he felt some hindrance.

Yoruichi explained, "The Gigai itself has the effect of suppressing spiritual power. Wearing the Gigai will reduce the ability to recover reishi. Additionally, the Seireitei's Spirit Bodies can be traced to this location, while Urahara's Gigai will not expose its trace, making the recovery ability close to zero."

Yamahiko knew this was inevitable, as long as it didn't decompose spiritual particles like Rukia's.

Considering this, Yamahiko intended to see what his Substitute Soul looked like. He picked up the Gikongan, put it in his mouth, and swallowed.

Bang.

[For ref. - img]

Yamahiko's soul popped out, staggering a bit before regaining balance. His Gigai slowly sat down, staring at Yamahiko, unmoving.

"Um, what's your name?" Yamahiko asked. Substitute Souls could speak, and he wanted to know the entity's name. However, the Gigai remained silent, just staring at Yamahiko fixedly.

Could there be an issue with the Gikongan?

Maybe the spirit had a more reserved personality?

Yamahiko pondered, considering that some spirits were more introverted.

The most popular Gikongan in the Soul Society is called Chappy, and it has a cat-like personality. Its favorite activity is jumping onto others and rubbing against them. 

[Chappy - Gikon Box - img]

Once, when prominent figures like Toshiro Hitsugaya, Renji Abarai, Byakuya Kuchiki, and others from the Gotei 13 visited the Human World, Rangiku secretly replaced the Gikongan with Chappy, causing quite a stir.

As for Yamahiko's own Substitute Soul, it appeared calm and peaceful, but its silence raised some concerns. Yamahiko scratched his head and looked at Yoruichi. The latter immediately raised a paw and scratched the Gigai's face, saying, "Introduce yourself quickly."

"Don't scratch me. I-I'll speak." Yamahiko's Gigai shrank a bit and softly said, "My name is Shen."

Frowning, Yamahiko asked, "Are you male or female?"

Shen Immediately answered, "Of course, I'm male."

Yoruichi chuckled and said, "This Substitute Soul is very honest and quiet, doesn't cause trouble, just tends to be more silent. But he's not an ordinary modified soul; he's a combat Substitute Soul."

"Combat Substitute Soul? What's that?" Yamahiko asked curiously.

Yoruichi explained, "A combat Substitute Soul is when a modified soul is injected into a body that has lost its soul due to death. This type of Substitute Soul enhances a specific ability of the body and can engage in basic combat. Hence, it's called a combat Substitute Soul."

"Yoruichi-senpai, what ability did Shen gain?" Yamahiko inquired.

Yoruichi smiled and said, "He has quick reactions. Injected into the Gigai, his movement and reaction speed exceed that of an ordinary human without spiritual power."

Yamahiko nodded. Combat Substitute Souls varied; for example, Kon was a combat Substitute Soul, but the power increase was limited.

[Kon - img]

In the original Bount arc, there were even combat Substitute Souls capable of replicating others' appearances, inducing illusions, and teleporting, but those were not considered in this context.

Yamahiko then asked, "So, should I keep him inside the Gigai all the time, or can I take him out?"

Yoruichi replied, "It's better this way. After all, he has emotions and cognitive abilities, but his lifespan is only ten years."

All Substitute Souls have limited lifespans, except for the exception of Kon who surpassed this limitation. Most Substitute Souls cannot grow; they are fixed in form from birth, with Kon being the only exception to this rule.

On the path of spiritual development, Kon has surpassed Urahara Kisuke.

Yamahiko then examined the other items, such as the black cloak he requested from Urahara Kisuke. This would facilitate his covert activities.

Apart from that, there were a few more items, including a long piece of cloth that puzzled Yamahiko. Yoruichi explained, "'This is a camouflage cloth. When draped over yourself, it automatically changes color on the surface, making your figure disappear."

Yamahiko inquired about a pill box he found. Yoruichi explained, "This is a recovery pill. It can modulate reiryoku and heal injuries."

In addition to these two items, there was the Anti-Spirit Spray Repellent X, which could protect the user when targeted by spirits.

There was also the Electromagnetic Restraint Ball Z, used to temporarily restrain a Hollow when under attack, allowing the user to escape.

Although the utility of these two items was limited, they could be taught to Shen for self-defense.

After exploring these items, Yamahiko said to Yoruichi, "Please help me thank Urahara-Senpai."

Yoruichi replied sarcastically, "Just him? But I'm the one who helped you move them."

Yamahiko quickly added, "Thank you, Yoruichi-Senpai."

Yoruichi waved her paw and suddenly asked, "By the way, are there any vacant rooms here? I need a place to stay."

"Here?" Yamahiko was surprised and looked at Yoruichi.

Yoruichi nodded and said, "I want to research Shunkō with you and teach you Senka. I'll stay here temporarily."

[Senka (Flash Blossom) is a highly advanced Shunpo technique. - img]

[Byakuya attempts to use Senka on Renji. - img]

Yamahiko quickly said, "Yes, there is an empty room next door."

Yoruichi said with satisfaction, "Then go clean up so I can move in soon. Now, I'll go greet Hachigen, Lisa, and the others; after all, this is their place."

With that, Yoruichi gracefully walked out of Yamahiko's room.

After Yoruichi left, Yamahiko turned to Shen and said, "Go clean up the room next door."

Shen pointed to himself and asked, "Why me?"

Yamahiko raised his hand and playfully tapped Shen's head, saying, "Who asked you to be my shadow clone? Clones should work for their original bodies. Now, go get to work."

"Got it."

Shen, rubbing his head, walked out of the room with a pitiful look.

~End of the chapter~

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