I'm in Bleach, starting with Unlimited Blade Works.

Upon hearing Captain-Commander Yamamoto's question, the group of captains immediately fell silent.

Among the Gotei 13, there are a few squads that are the most unique.

The First Division is the overall division that commands the other twelve divisions. To become the captain, one must not only meet the strength requirements, but also have a strategic vision and be recognized by the other captains.

After Yamamoto Genryusai Shigekuni's death, the only one who could be recognized by everyone as the Captain-Commander was Kyoraku Shunsui, the captain of the 8th Division.

The Second Division is a secret mobile force, and the position of captain is held by the Shihouin family.

After Yoruichi Shihouin defected from Seireitei, because the next head of the Shihouin family, Yurou Shihouin, had not yet matured, the position of captain of the Second Division was temporarily held by Soi Fon, the head of the Hachi family, a lower-ranking noble family under the Shihouin family.

The Sixth Division is a noble division, led by the Kuchiki family, one of the five great noble families.

Even Erin only became the captain of the Sixth Division after marrying into the Kuchiki family.

The 12th Division was originally a research institution within the Seireitei. After being incorporated into the Gotei 13 by Yamamoto Genryusai Shigekuni, the position of its captain required not only strength but also research capabilities that would impress the many researchers within the 12th Division.

Apart from these few squads, the other squads basically have no requirements for their captains other than strength.

If it were any other division, people might suggest that Zaraki from the 11th Division or Oni Genjo, who has already completed his Bankai training, be appointed as the captain.

But the Twelfth Division...

Don't delude yourself into thinking that a bunch of illiterate people would know any scientific research gurus.

No, there are still people who recognize them.

Erin glanced at Yoruichi Shihouin. As if sensing Erin's gaze, Yoruichi nodded to Erin, then stepped forward and said to everyone, "If none of you have a suitable candidate, I'll recommend one."

"who is it?"

"Our Second Division's Third Seat, Kisuke Urahara."

"Three seats?"

The team captains present were immediately puzzled.

It's important to understand that even though the 12th Division is a research division, the most basic requirement for becoming a captain is still necessary.

Could it be that, like the 11th Division, the lieutenant and the third seat of the 2nd Division have already completed their Bankai training?

"Haha, everyone, don't underestimate Urahara just because he's the third seat."

Yoruichi Shihōin crossed her arms and said, "Urahara is not only the third seat of our Second Division, but also the captain of the Supervision Team."

"However, Kisuke Urahara is a rather low-key person, so not many people are familiar with him."

"Oh I got it."

Upon hearing that Kisuke Urahara was the team leader, everyone felt a degree of approval for his appointment.

Those familiar with the Second Division know that the Supervision Division is the unit that guards and imprisons the "Worm's Nest," a place for prisoners.

Because many of the prisoners imprisoned in the "Worm's Nest" committed minor crimes that did not warrant exile, deportation, or the death penalty, their imprisonment periods were all within a century.

Therefore, they were only stripped of their Zanpakuto, and no seals were placed on their bodies to restrict their spiritual pressure.

To become the captain of the inspection team, one must possess exceptional fighting skills, capable of single-handedly defeating all the prisoners held in the worm's nest.

This level of free-for-all fighting is something even some team captains might not be able to do.

For example, Aikawa Rao and Ootori Ryujuro's strength largely lies in their Zanpakuto. If they lose their Zanpakuto, their strength will decrease by at least 70%.

Kensei Muguruma's skill level in hand-to-hand combat has always been above average because his Zanpakuto's Bankai is most effective in close combat.

The vice-captain of the 6th Division, Nanami Haku, is a strong man who can serve as a vice-captain simply by relying on his hand-to-hand combat skills. This shows that Kensei Muguruma's hand-to-hand combat skills are not weak.

Coupled with several defeats in battle, Kensei Muguruma can be said to be the most hardworking of all the captains over the decades, even surpassing Byakuya Kuchiki.

Nearly a century of dedicated training has significantly enhanced Kensei Muguruma's strength.

“Urahara completed his training in Zanpakuto Bankai a hundred years ago, and his strength has long since reached the captain level.”

"Moreover, many of the useful gadgets that have recently appeared in the Twelfth Division were invented by Urahara."

"I think if Urahara were to become the captain of the 12th Division, he would quickly gain the approval of everyone in the 12th Division."

After hearing Yoruichi Shihouin's words, Erin stood up to support her before the other captains could speak.

"Captain-Commander, I agree that Captain Urahara should be the captain of the 12th Division."

"As you all know, decades ago, Haruko Ueko had some difficult health problems, and it was with the help of Sansuke Urahara that Haruko recovered her health."

Chapter 137 Endless Hell

"I think that if Urahara, the third seat, were to become the captain of the 12th Division, it would definitely bring about some positive changes to the Seireitei."

After Erin went to the human world to teach Ginjou Kugo the last time, he knew that the human world had embarked on the path of "modernization".

Kisuke Urahara often secretly travels to the human world to establish new research sites for his research.

If there is anyone in the entire Seireitei who understands the mortal world best, it is none other than Kisuke Urahara.

I imagine that once Kisuke Urahara takes over the 12th Division, things like computers and cell phones—well, in Soul Society, cell phones are apparently called "command machines"—will come into existence.

"The ability to heal Aunt's injuries must mean that Urahara Sansuke's skills are definitely not low."

"Therefore, I also agree to recommend him as the captain of the 12th Division."

After Erin, the person who agreed to recommend Kisuke Urahara was Byakuya Kuchiki, the captain of the Sixth Division.

Of the captains present, besides Yoruichi Shihouin and Erin, the only one who knew Urahara Kisuke somewhat was Byakuya Kuchiki.

Decades ago, when Kuchiki Ginrin was on her deathbed, Kuchiki Byakuya was taken by Erin to find Urahara Kisuke to train in Bankai.

The invention that could replace the spiritual pressure of a Shinigami and materialize a Zanpakuto ahead of time still shocks Byakuya to this day.

Who would believe that he completed the training of Zanpakuto Bankai in just three days?

Furthermore, when Byakuya fought his Zanpakuto Senbonzakura, the final slash that combined with Kido was directly blocked by the man's No. 81 Binding Path Danku, which he had abandoned the incantation for.

This is enough to show that the man's strength, as Yoruichi Shihouin said, had long since reached the level of a captain.

“Very good. Now, the captains of the 2nd Division, Yoruichi Shihouin, the captain of the 6th Division, Byakuya Kuchiki, and the captain of the 11th Division, Kenpachi Erin, have jointly recommended Kisuke Urahara to become the captain of the 12th Division.”

"Now, I hereby announce that Kisuke Urahara of the Second Division is the candidate for captain of the Twelfth Division."

"Captain Shihōin, since Kisuke Urahara is a member of your squad, please have him prepare. We will be conducting a captain assessment for him in three days."

"Once he passes the captain's test, Kisuke Urahara will officially become the captain of the 12th Division."

Kisuke Urahara became a captain by following the first path to becoming a captain in the Gotei 13.

The process involves three team leaders making recommendations, followed by a team leader assessment conducted under the supervision of the overall team leader.

"The meeting is now adjourned."

……

Three days later, Erin received a message from the First Division and went to the First Division.

Led by Chojiro Suzuki, the vice-captain of the First Division, Erin quickly arrived at the First Division's training ground.

At first glance, he saw Kisuke Urahara, who appeared somewhat timid and weak.

Erin shook his head.

Having known Urahara for so many years, he knew this wasn't an act by Urahara.

As a researcher, Urahara rarely interacted with outsiders.

The criminals in the familiar worm nest only need to be subdued; there's no need for much communication.

Kisuke Urahara is somewhat socially awkward around people he doesn't know well.

"Hey, Urahara, it's been a long time."

"This time, I followed Yoruichi's lead and recommended you to be the captain. Does that count as repaying half of the favor I did for you?"

Erin stepped forward and slapped Urahara on the back, making him take a step forward and wince in pain.

Seeing familiar faces clearly put Urahara at ease, and his expression relaxed.

"Captain Erin, if I haven't forgotten, Captain Yoruichi also recommended you for the position of captain, didn't she?"

"Does that mean you now owe Captain Yoruichi half a favor?"

Rolling her eyes, Erin stopped discussing the matter with Kisuke Urahara.

"Alright, consider this a favor I'm giving you."

After saying that, Erin suddenly asked curiously, "By the way, Urahara, you're here, so why hasn't Yoruichi arrived yet?"

Kisuke Urahara shrugged helplessly: "I don't know. Yoruichi suddenly told me three days ago that I should come here to take the captain's test. I don't even know how I became a captain candidate."

“I looked for her all night last night, but I couldn’t find her anywhere.”

"With the assessment time fast approaching, I had no choice but to come to the First Team early to be assessed."

"Haha."

Erin laughed loudly.

Erin had a pretty good idea of ​​Yoruichi's purpose in doing this.

Kisuke Urahara probably guessed it too.

Otherwise, he wouldn't have come to the First Division alone to participate in the assessment.

Patting Kisuke Urahara on the shoulder, Erin comforted him, "Urahara, do your best from now on. Don't embarrass me and Yoruichi. If you can't even pass the captain's test..."

"Then I'll laugh for the rest of my life."

Urahara Kisuke smiled bitterly.

He knew that Erin was absolutely capable of doing something like that.

However, thanks to Erin's actions, Kisuke Urahara's mood improved considerably.

Soon after Erin, Sixth Division Captain Byakuya Kuchiki, Second Division Captain Yoruichi Shihouin, and Captain-Commander Yamamoto entered the First Division's training ground.

As Urahara Kisuke's recommenders, the three of them will witness Urahara Kisuke's captain assessment together with Captain-Commander Yamamoto.

"Captain."

After bowing to Captain-Commander Yamamoto, everyone stood behind him.