Chapter 9: Chapter 9: Fishbone D
As Hiroshi used the Body Flicker Technique, he spread his awareness, pinpointing the Hollow's location. He moved swiftly, the town blurring around him as he closed in on his target.
As he got closer, the grotesque form of Fishbone D came into view. The Hollow was enormous, its skeletal frame covered in a dark, almost armor-like carapace.
Long, twisted limbs ended in sharp claws, and its mask bore a sinister grin with rows of jagged teeth.
In front of the Hollow stood Rukia Kuchiki. Her petite frame was tense, her black shihakushō contrasting with her pale skin and dark hair. Her violet eyes were focused and determined. Behind her, Ichigo Kurosaki stood with a large Zanpakuto in hand.
His orange hair was spiked, and his brown eyes were filled with confusion and resolve. He had just received Rukia's powers, his Shinigami form a stark contrast to his usual school uniform.
As the Hollow reared back to strike again, Hiroshi used the Body Flicker Technique once more, appearing above it in a flash. He began to form hand seals rapidly.
"Fire Release: Great Dragon Fire Technique!" Hiroshi shouted.
A massive fire dragon's head erupted from his mouth, roaring as it surged towards Fishbone D. The fiery dragon collided with the Hollow, exploding on impact and sending the creature staggering backward.
The Hollow roared in fury, its glowing red eyes now locked onto Hiroshi.
"Hiroshi?!" Ichigo shouted, eyes wide in shock.
"Hey Ichigo." Hiroshi greeted the orange haired boy, with his Sharingan spinning as he assessed the Hollow's next move.
As Ichigo was about to speak again, Fishbone D lunged at Hiroshi, claws slashing through the air. Hiroshi dodged with a swift sidestep, his Sharingan predicting the Hollow's attacks.
He countered with a series of punches and kicks, each strike infused with chakra to maximize impact.
The Hollow howled, swiping at Hiroshi with its massive claws.
Rukia, still recovering from transferring her powers to Ichigo, called out, "Ichigo, you need to help him!"
Ichigo gripped his Zanpakuto tightly. "Right!" He charged at the Hollow, swinging his blade with all his might. The Hollow blocked with its arm, but the force of Ichigo's strike left a deep gash in its carapace.
"Not bad." Hiroshi said, a smirk playing on his lips.
"Thanks, but let's finish this!" Ichigo responded, forgetting about how Hiroshi had powers.
The two of them coordinated their attacks, with Hiroshi using his speed and Sharingan to create openings for Ichigo. They moved in a deadly dance, their strikes synchronized as they pushed Fishbone D back.
Hiroshi formed more hand seals. "Fire Release: Phoenix Sage Fire Technique!" Small fireballs shot out from his mouth, homing in on the Hollow and creating a barrage that forced it to retreat further.
"Now, Ichigo!" Hiroshi yelled.
Ichigo leaped into the air, bringing his Zanpakuto down with a powerful swing. The blade cleaved through the Hollow's mask, shattering it. Fishbone D let out one final roar before dissipating into the ether.
Quest Completed:
Reward: 3% increase in the template.
Breathing heavily, Hiroshi landed beside Ichigo. "You did well," he said, offering a hand.
Ichigo shook it, still catching his breath. "Thanks."
Then Rukia's voice came from behind. "Who are you?"
"Just a normal guy." Hiroshi said. He had to admit he had crushes on many characters from the show. And Rukia was one of them.
Hearing Hiroshi's answer, Rukia grew irritated, "A normal guy?!"
"Do you consider red flashing eyes, and spitting Fire from your mouth normal?"
Ignoring the girl who was bombring him with questions. 'It seems that my sharingan upgraded to two tomoe.' Hiroshi thought as he felt the changes in his perception.
He then spoke, "Let's get out of here before more trouble shows up."