Starting as a pirate, he rose to become the strongest Shinigami in Soul Society.

Chapter 415 Using the heart to construct a Zanpakuto, learning Shikai and Bankai!

Seeing that Bane did not speak, Unohana Yachiru continued, "Old man Yamamoto should have noticed this as well, after all, even Shutaro noticed something was wrong."

"What do you mean?" Bane asked, somewhat puzzled.

"Normally, when we Shinigami's spiritual pressure increases, we channel that pressure into our Zanpakuto to prevent significant changes in our own spiritual pressure. This allows us to maintain a stable relationship with the Seireitei and Soul Society, preventing our spiritual pressure from becoming too strong and affecting other souls. Shikai and Bankai are not only ways to release the Zanpakuto's power, but also ways to release the restrictions on our own spiritual pressure. Therefore, apart from the human world, whether in Hueco Mundo or Soul Society, we can only truly unleash our full combat power after releasing Bankai. But there's a problem with your performance; you didn't seal your spiritual pressure into your Zanpakuto," Hana said, looking at Bane.

Later, Kenpachi Zaraki experienced the same situation. He didn't know how to use Shikai or Bankai from the beginning, so his spiritual pressure grew stronger and stronger as he grew, leading to the same problem that Bane is facing now.

However, by then, the Twelfth Division had already established a Technology Development Bureau, and based on his situation, they created an eye mask for him that could suppress spiritual pressure, thus solving the problem.

Nowadays, Shutara Senjumaru is doing almost the same thing, except that one is an eye patch and the other is a haori.

"You haven't been in Soul Society for very long, so the captains don't know you very well and might not have noticed these issues. But Shutora seems to be paying close attention to you, so he discovered this problem. As for me, after fighting you so many times, I always feel that something is off, and the same goes for old man Yamamoto," Hana said.

"Alright, as you said, I don't actually have any Shikai or Bankai." Bane sighed slightly and admitted.

"Just as I thought." Sister Hua said, taking a sip of tea.

Actually, Bane wasn't particularly trying to cover this up, because it would be impossible to hide it for long unless he quickly learned to master Shikai and Bankai.

The problem is, if he expresses any desire to learn this, it would undoubtedly prove that he doesn't know how.

So from the very beginning, Bane never intended to seriously hide it. Even when he used Susanoo as an excuse, it was just a spur-of-the-moment thing, and Hana didn't believe him at all.

Anyway, his strength is there for all to see. Whether he knows it or not doesn't affect his power, so he doesn't care. It's just that no one has asked him like Sister Hua before.

Setting down her teacup, Sister Hua chuckled and said, "You don't need to worry about this causing any problems. Even without Shikai and Bankai, your strength is terrifying enough. Under these circumstances, as long as you don't do anything to harm Soul Society, old man Yamamoto will only value you more and try to win you over, and he won't do anything detrimental to you."

At this point, she pointed to herself and said, "I am the best example."

"I really didn't intend to harm Soul Society," Bane couldn't help but retort.

"Let's not talk about that anymore. Now that we've confirmed you haven't mastered Shikai and Bankai, why don't I be your kendo teacher? Let me teach you how to master Shikai and Bankai!" Hana said excitedly to Bane.

Bane paused for a moment, then asked, "But my 'Heart Crossing' technique is not something that can be easily mastered; will it work?"

The reason why Bane hasn't shown any interest in Zanpakuto during this period is actually due to certain concerns. He doesn't want to use the Asauchi, which was forged by Oetsu Nimaiya, to 'forge' his own Zanpakuto.

According to Nimaiya Oetsu, that would directly expose many of his secrets and circumstances to this guy.

So Bane never made a choice.

"There are plenty of shallow-cooked breads available. If you want, I can get you a bunch," Sister Hua said without hesitation.

However, after saying that, seeing Bane's somewhat hesitant look, he seemed to understand something and looked at the Heart Crossing at his waist, saying, "Of course, if you don't want to use Shallow Strike, you can use Heart Crossing."

"Is that alright?" Bane asked, suddenly becoming quite interested.

"It's possible, but the Asauchi was developed by a very powerful guy. It's not just a simple blade; it's a vessel that can maximize the use of a Shinigami's spiritual pressure to construct a Zanpakuto, thereby giving birth to all sorts of strange abilities. So, generally speaking, everyone is used to using Asauchi to forge their own Zanpakuto," Unohana Yachiru explained.

After a slight pause, she continued, "But in reality, before the concept of 'asauchi' was born, the Shinigami in those more ancient histories were not without the ability to master Shikai and Bankai. Among the four noble families, many of the ancient Zanpakuto collected were not made of asauchi. However, it is much more difficult to forge one's own sword into a Zanpakuto. The main point is that it is difficult to connect the soul with the sword and form a whole. This is the most basic condition for 'forging' a Zanpakuto, and you have obviously reached this relationship with Shindo."

This is why, in the beginning, Unohana Yachiru, Yamamoto Genryusai, and others all thought that it was Bane's Zanpakuto, and they tacitly accepted that he possessed the ability to wield a Zanpakuto.

Bane's Heart Crossing is a Homie activated directly using his own soul essence, completely sharing the same origin as him.

This is the power granted by the Soul-Soul Fruit. Putting it here seems to be a bug. Normally, it's very difficult for a Shinigami to infuse a soul into a Zanpakuto using any blade other than an Asauchi. But for Bane, he had already accomplished this step before even arriving in Soul Society.

"So even without using Asauchi, you can 'forge' your own Zanpakuto. However, the subsequent process might be more difficult than using Asauchi. Because 'forging' your own Zanpakuto is actually about constantly refining the 'souls' of both parties to form a stable relationship. You then use your own spiritual pressure and spiritual particles to reshape Asauchi, allowing it to unleash its unique abilities and brilliance. Asauchi has an advantage in this regard. As for you, I can't judge. If Shinto can also follow your wishes, then perhaps you can quickly master Shikai and Bankai. But if you don't get along with it, then you might have to spend an extremely long time training it," Hana explained further.

"Hahaha, I'm quite confident in this area," Bane laughed heartily upon hearing this.

He created the Heart Crossing, and the source is in his hands. It is very obedient and does not act awkwardly at all. In this way, as long as one can master the skills and knowledge, there will be no obstacles once the proficiency is reached. Bane should be able to master the power of Shikai and Bankai!

"Since you're so confident, then treat Shinto as if it were the 'Asauchi' of your Zanpakuto. Starting tomorrow, I'll teach you how to master Shikai and Bankai whenever I have time," Hana-nee said immediately.

"You've made me a little embarrassed. I have no way to repay you," Bane said somewhat shyly.

"Hehe." Sister Hua glanced at him and gave a cold, mocking laugh.

Seeing this, Bane felt a little awkward, then tried to make conversation: "In terms of Dao of Return, we exchange ideas and each gain something. But in terms of Swordsmanship, I'm at a bit of a disadvantage. Speaking of which, besides Swordsmanship and Dao of Return, is there anything else you're interested in? Something I can teach you?"

"No," Sister Hua said without hesitation. "I wasn't even interested in the Dao; I only learned it to better enjoy the fighting."

"How's your fist technique? Compared to my brand-new incantations and swordsmanship, my personal forte is actually fist technique, which is already at the level where I could establish my own school. During this time, I've also communicated with many Hakuda (hand-to-hand combat) teachers and professors at the academy. I've found that although 'Slash, Fist, and Demon Walk' are known as the 'Four Basic Techniques of the Grim Reaper,' in reality, only swordsmanship is the true essence that you've mastered, followed by Kido (Demon Arts). As for Shunpo (Flash Step) and Hakuda, they're quite crude."

Perhaps Shinigami are more focused on their Zanpakuto, so their ability to fight Hakuda is only so-so, but not particularly impressive.

Not a single mistake, not a single poem, not a single post, not a single piece of content, not a single look!

Even Yamamoto Genryusai, when Bane discussed this so-called "half-hit" with him, felt that he was "nothing special" in this aspect.

When it comes to hand-to-hand combat techniques and fist fighting, Shinigami are very simple and brutal, without much skill. They mainly rely on spiritual pressure to hold their own.

Compared to this, whether it's the various martial arts and fighting techniques that the Navy and heroes have gathered and collected over hundreds and thousands of years in the pirate world, or Bane's own style of fist fighting, which combines the essence of the two worlds from the Water Stream Rock Smashing Fist and the Whirlwind Steel Slicing Fist, it is far more powerful than this White Strike of the Grim Reaper!

"Fist techniques?" Sister Hua looked at Bane with a hesitant gaze, her expression thoughtful.

She wasn't really interested in boxing, but she was very interested in Bane. Seeing Bane's enthusiastic appearance, and having personally experienced the ruthlessness and power of his boxing in their fight, she hesitated for a while before softening her heart and saying, "Alright."

Since she had nothing better to do, and she had already reached the pinnacle of swordsmanship, any further growth would not be possible through seclusion or deep contemplation; the only path she could take was through combat.

Therefore, Sister Hua doesn't usually spend too much energy on swordsmanship, and her skill level is about the same. She feels that her current level is enough for her to enjoy fighting, and she's not very interested in it, so she won't think about it too much anymore.

In the original story, after Hana became the captain of the Fourth Division, she spent her days doing things like flower arranging, hiking, and collecting herbs, leading a very leisurely life.

Now, adding another boxing technique for Bane's sake is not out of the question.

In particular, since time is limited each day, she can fully occupy Bane's time by exchanging healing spells and teaching him swordsmanship, Shikai, Bankai, and so-called fist techniques.

By occupying this time, that guy Shutara Senjumaru, whom she doesn't like, won't be able to bother Bane, right?

Thinking about this, Sister Hua suddenly felt enlightened and immediately added with certainty, "That's settled then, I'll teach you swordsmanship, and you teach me fist techniques!"

Bane didn't think too much about it and happily agreed.

Soon after, the food was served, and the two ate and chatted for a long time. After finishing, Bann planned to go back to see Yamamoto Genryusai, while Hana-nee also went back to rest.

She has now moved directly to the college. As the department head, she enjoys all the benefits and has her own private courtyard within the college.

Of course, Bane also has one, but he has never lived there. Recently, he has been considering whether it is about time for him to move out of Yamamoto Genryusai's place.

(End of this chapter)