Bleach: Brave Souls story · Main story, Part 1: Substitute Soul Reaper

5-4 A Zanpakuto's Name

Part 1: Substitute Soul Reaper. Every Zanpakuto has a name, and it is only by calling that name that a Soul Reaper can release the Zanpakuto's true power. Ichigo searches inside himself for the ability to unleash his Zanpakuto.

3 scenes, 34 lines

1. Before the battle

15 lines
Kisuke

Congratulations! It seems you went and became a Soul Reaper again!

This next lesson has no time limit!

Knock off my hat with your Zanpakuto and the lesson will be cleared.

Ichigo

I think we can end this lesson in no time!

(I saw Mr. Hat-and-Clogs pull that little sword out of his cane.)

(So it can't possibly be a Zanpakuto!)

Kisuke

You thought because I'm not a Soul Reaper, I couldn't have a Zanpakuto.

And you're thinking there's no way I can hurt you.

You are so naïve.

Awaken now, Benihime!

Ichigo

!!!

A name...for my Zanpakuto?

Kisuke

Yes, each Zanpakuto carries a unique name.

And this one is Benihime, the red princess.

Let her show you.

2. Before the boss

15 lines
Ichigo

I've gotta get away! I don't think he's kidding. He's really gonna kill me this time!

How pathetic. It's pathetic!

Pathetic!!!

Yes, that's you.

???

Why are you running away, Ichigo?

Ichigo

Master...

???

You still haven't called me yet.

Face forward, Ichigo, and you should be able to hear it now.

The only thing plugging your ears is your own fear.

There's only one enemy and there's one of you. So what is there to be afraid of?

Abandon your fear. Turn and face him. Don't give an inch.

Now, Ichigo. Advance! Never stop!

If you retreat, you will age. Be afraid, and you'll die.

Now, shout out my name!

Zangetsu!!!

3. After the battle

4 lines
Kisuke

That wasn't very nice.

I do believe you've killed my hat.

Ichigo, you are one frightening kid. You know that?

Lesson cleared.