Post by roddo on Jun 29, 2007 12:51:48 GMT -5
Sabajino, Roddo
Just a Reference
Class: Shinigami
Age: Appears 19, Real Age unknown
Gender: Male
Hair Color: Black
Eye Color: L: Red Tinted R: Dark Brown
Height: 6'3
Weight: 235
Clothing Style:
Roddo seems to have a different "style" than the common shinigami; he customized his robe by shredding the long sleeves into straight lines and braiding them with red accents. He is always seen in pitch black shades or mirror shades that keep his red eyes hidden. Apart from his usual Shinigami robe, Roddo wears a 2 tone red & black colored buttoned shirt. He tends to wear it open showing his white muscle shirt.
In his Gigai form Roddo tends to be a being built on fashion. He sports a red & black "pimp" suit. He is known among his peers as "The one with style".
Other than that he usually wears laid back attire ... Roddo is usually found relaxing in a white muscle shirt & pajama pants or sweatpants.
Physical Traits:
Roddo is a man of somewhat tall stature; he is of athletic condition & muscular due to his strenuous training ethics and constant conditioning. Even of African American decent he is of a lighter skin tone and his pitch black hair hangs straight a little below his shoulders but can sometimes be seen in braids, he also has long and thin sideburns that reach all the way down his face. Roddo is known to have long nails than normal but only on his pinky nails on both hands. Roddo also is known to have a lazy eye at times on his left eye, making his eye seem more narrow than usual. He wears 2 wide rubber-like bands around each of his wrists black of color, each with their own sayings. One states "Don't underestimate me or you'll be at my mercy" and the other "Nothing can make my will and determination falter."
Personallity:
Roddo is a very intelligent being and is known mostly for his waiting to be provoked attitude ... he does not pick fights but he finishes them, he shows a no tolerance attitude for people who run at the mouth a lot about things they no nothing about.
He is not into tedious work, and you will find that he gets bored easily.... if it isn't training, fighting, or computer research he usually isn't interested (Besides the females of course). Roddo demands respect from everybody, don't expect him to show favor toward you if you don't give him any reason to.
He is very patient when he wants to be, this helps him think on the spot and to stay calm but don't let this fool you he is also known for a few surprises every now and then. Don't expect him to open up very much.... he only responds in a friendly manner to the closest of his friends.
He is known amongst his friends to be the best at what he does while keeping a very stubborn and serious attitude. Very few has pushed him too far without feeling the consequences of his anger.
Strengths:
Over the years Roddo has learned to be very patient in dangerous situations, he is good at keeping a calm mind at all times. With a calm mind comes strategic thought and efficient progress. Due to his strenous work out he had learned to push himself to great strength and speed, he has learned to push himself to the limit to accomplish any task put in front of him.
Weaknesses:
Roddo's anger is both his biggest weakness and his biggest strength. When pushed to the limits of his frustration Roddo tends to act irrational and not thoroughly think his actions out. These actions during his frustration have only led him into trouble in his past and he tries his best to stay away from this but always finds himself "swimming" in the past. There are times when Roddo has a hard time maintaining focus when his friends are in jeopardy adding to his irrational actions.
Division Enrolling to: 9th
Abilities of Hollow: N/A
Abilities of Ryoka: N/A
Custom Kidou: ((Should be blank when you start!!))
Passive Abilities: Roddo has learned to easily distribute reiatsu throughout his body and focus it in certain areas. He uses such an ability mid-fight to protect himself and to strengthen his body.
Zanpackto Name: Sanbiki Saru
Zanpackto Avatar Appearance:
Sanbiki No Saru's spirit form is three oversized humans each with different personalities and distinct features ... just like the symbols on the blade. One with bandages covering the eyes, the other with bandages covering the ears, and the last with bandages covering the mouth. “Mizaru” is very easy going and witty, “Kikazaru” is more of the laid back but serious when the time is needed and “Iwazaru” is the intense and most serious out of the group. They're one spirit split into 3 ... the fact that they're separate is due to the current mind state of Roddo, once in his final form (bankai) they become one ( appearance will be in Bankai section)
Zanpackto Sealed Appearance:
In its sealed form Sanbiki Saru (Wisdom of the Three Monkeys) is shaped similar to a katana, But instead of the blade being at a slight curve it happens to be more curved than normal. This not only makes it easier to swing but also make it a little agile and light in weight which is odd due to it's big size. The tip of Sanbiki is like that of a machete instead of a sword. 2 big rings are attached to each side of its hilt and is wrapped in black leather with red threading that hang from the hilt and a red diamond site incrusted within the bottom of the hilt. Upon the discovering of his inner self he has gained the ability to manipulate and analyze the air/wind around him.
Zanpackto Release Phrase:
Strike them with knowledge, Sanbiki
or "Koujou, Rihatsu" (Arise wisdom)
Zanpackto Shikai Appearance:
Sanbiki's red diamond begins to glow and covers the sword. When fully revealed the sword grows about 2 inches more in size, the sword's blunt side hade turned into a blade making the sword double-sided and the rings that was on the side of its hilt has moved to the center, the red diamond has also been moved to the center of the blade instead of the hilt. 1 distinctive feature on this blade is the 3 symbols incrusted into its metal towards the bottom of the blade. 3 heads, one with bandages covering the eyes, 1 with bandages covering the ears, and the last covering the mouth. The symbol on the bottom of his hilt still remains a mystery to most (Bandages covering hands). These symbols relate to the techniques in which Roddo can perform while in shikai.
Zanpackto Shikai Abilities: In this form Roddo's rei naturally sharpens the blade causing it to get sharper the longer its out. Also in the form there are 3 distinct modes or form if you will. None of these forms can be used simultaneously, once another one activates the one before it is automatically discharged along with it's abilities.
As for the first "Mizaru" (See No Evil) Roddo sight is blind by his own rei but his rei sense, speed & agility greatly increases.
"Kikazaru" (Hear No Evil) Roddo's hearing becomes impaired but his rei greatly increases along with his physical strength.
"Iwazaru" (Speak No Evil) Of course he loses his ability to speak but in this mode he gains his sight and his hearing (He can't get to this mode without going through the other 2). When the last mode is activated a second blade emerges from the hilt of Sanbiki similar to the original but facing the opposite way. During this mode the 2 rings on the hilt become one and become the center of the 2 blades and a latch on top and bottom of the ring appears. Roddo has been training himself to be able to go straight to this form without needing the others and has succeeded.
Zanpackto Bankai Appearance: Roddo's zanpakuto stays the same as it is in his 'Iwazaru' form except it doubles in size, the diamond that was incrested into its blade has now formed a red crust around it causing it's malleablitity and defense capability to increase. The former spirits forms come together while in bankai to form "Shizaru" (Do no Evil) In the form shizaru's bandages cover his whole body and are reinforced with great rei making an excellent defense. Shizaru (Roddo) looks human but has the build of a gorilla and becomes a person of tall stature (about 6'9) , speed and agility of a chimpanzee. His hair is of red color and the bandages changes as they tighten and he sports a "Zoot Suit" similar to that Roddo wears in his gigai form.
Zanpackto Bankai Abilities: (Passive) Shizaru has the the abilities of Mizaru, Kikazaru and Iwazaru without the weaknesses of the transformations. Also his suit ability ( See bankai appearance)
Air of Penitence - The latches on top of the ring connected to the hilt of 'Sanbiki' releases and the blades begin to spin with greater velocity than helicopter blades. As the blades spin a slight red aura can be seen carried in the wind which the blade produces due to its speed. As the wind reaches the opponent, they are immediately left in an illusion of the actions they committed in their past. Good or bad this technique will affect them, the target is able to move but the illusion make it harder for them to focus ... the more cuts they receive while in the illusion the more vivid and dangerous the illusions become and will eventually cause paralysis within the target if they don't suffer total Mental collapse before such actions. Only the most skilled shini can escape this technique with a very strong mind. Roddo can appear in and out of these 'visions' at will.
Spirit of 1000- Once again he initiates the latches around the ring surrounding the hilt, this time wind envelopes Roddo and his opponent(s). As Roddo begins to move at amazing speed he seems to multiply, as the opponent may figure out its just speed this technique allows Roddo's attack to travel through the wind making the clones seem real. He can control what his opponent sees and before he disperses the attack a strong wind envelopes around his opponent in a tornado as the wind begins to sickle the targets skin as though blades cut his skin.
Rihatsu Kitachi (Form of Wisdom) - Roddo's suit begins to glow along with the diamond crust around his sword, his suit then begins to grow as though Roddo was getting smaller. As the suit hangs baggy of him Roddo then slowly begins to fill it growing in size and mass, he somewhat retains his speed but is slower than in his original transformation. In his current state Roddo can not obtain this form without complete focus and concentration of his mind ... this makes it somewhat difficult while in mid-battle but once achieved his defense is tremendously increased(10 fold). This form is known to have greater defense than that of steel skin (We all know what that is).
History:
Roddo was born America but later moved to Japan due to issues with his family. For the 1st 16 years of his life it was only him and his mother. Besides his mother he had 4 very close friends, with them he shared everything with and he knew that they always had his back. Roddo had manifested some deep angers inside of him for his father even though his father came into the picture later on in his life.
Despite his emotions toward his father, his mother had deep feelings and love for his father. One day his father came knocking on the door, he later asked Roddo's mother could he move in ... once she agreed it seemed as though both his parents came to be in a relationship once again. Despite all his objections to it, his parents later became married which pushed Roddo over the edge.
While in America he used this anger as his strength in every situation, school, sports, fighting, exercise etc. To keep his anger and frustration Roddo constantly exercised, weight lifted, and trained his body and mind to withstand stress. He found he released his stress best by concentrating on his goals and accomplishing them.
As life with his mother and father went along Roddo became more and more uneasy due to the presence of his father progressed till one day he overheard an argument between both his parents. His anger flared and he approached his father with unrivaled raged as he attacked his father unrelentlessly, his actions was halted when his mother attempted to stop him and he mistakenly struck her. Much harm didn't come to his mother but his family seen the danger he was to the household and to the family and sent him to Japan to live with his cousin in the air force leaving behind his friends and his family.
Leaving the most important people to his life did a number on Roddo but it also helped him become self-conscious. When it looked like his life was on a road to change his life came to an abrupt end when he saved his cousin from a fatal car accident at the age of 18. As he lay motionless on the pavement all he could think of is his mother and the friends he left behind.
Life in District 78 :
As he woke up in the strangest place (Rukongai) it was hard for him to come to grips that he was alone. Approached by people of his age, he never was willing to make friends or to even concern his self with others fearing that he will somehow once again lose them. Roddo didn't like having no friends but it was a choice which he made, he always thought to himself that he could never get anything done unless he was by himself. Even while being in a different environment Roddo still took his common ways, he spent most of his days exercising and conditioning his body. He did much of his training during sun down due to the fact that it was quiet and there less of a chance that he could be interrupted by his peers.
During the day Roddo could rarely be found out and about the district due to the fact that he may be sleeping, Due to the fact that he always pushed himself to the limit while exercising, he found him resting whenever he got the chance. Roddo doesn't take kindly to threats and he often find himself defending those that can't defend themselves in certain situations. One day he got up early, (early to him is about 1-2 in the afternoon) he decided to walk around. As he was walking quietly to himself he noticed that a young boy a bit smaller than himself was arguing about what seems to be a soccer ball, as he got closer he noticed that an older fellow had taken the ball and the young boy was just trying to get it back. Long story short, Roddo was taken lightly in the situation and the older fellow got hurt in the process but Roddo was praised for sticking up for the younger one.
Roddo loved the feeling that the praise brought to him, among his time in the district 78 he was widely known for his actions among it's occupants, he was actually feared among the bullies and they tried to make sure he didn't catch them when they were up to no good.
During his training sessions he always found a way or some method to further his training, he often relived thoughts of his past that quickly angered him and gave him bursts of energy while training pushing him to his limits. One Day while exercising he was approached but an unknown Shinigami and was asked "Why do you push yourself so far?" He responded "To always be ready, and to learn to control ones self". The shinigami recommended him to the academy ...
Life in the academy:
Once admitted into the academy he found that people of his class were not much of a challenge. There wasn't much of a challenge during his first couple of years in the academy due to the fact that there were nothing else that actually interested him besides training and studying. One day he was stricken speechless when he noticed a student at the academy with hard work ethics similar to his own. Once he got a closer look, to his surprise this "student" was his long lost friends ... he knew there had to be a reason for this because the chances of him seeing anyone of the past was a slim chance if not zero.
As he quickly dispelled every so called 'challenge' that came his way his instructors quickly began to notice. As a result Roddo was moved up 2 classes to fit him in with more of a group near his skill, but within a year he quickly stood out once again. According to his instructors he learns and adapts to thing like no other student within thee academy. After about 4 1/2 years he found himself graduating at the top of his class.
Life as a shinigami:
Once graduated he was immediately admitted to the 8th Division, Roddo was used to starting at the bottom so he didn't have a problem with his current position with the division. Roddo found a lot of time on his hands due to the fact he was only needed as an reinforcement, but he could never find anything to do with this time besides relax. Any other time he would be training but he could never find a suitable area in which he could efficiently train, the current areas designated to train in were too crowded and too limited for him to properly train.
Within his free time Roddo found decided to go on a hunt to find a suitable place to train, he knew that if he wanted to further himself he had to go back to his old ways. After about a couple of hours of searching he grew bored, just when he was about to give up he came to a secluded cave a little outside of Seireitei. As the years went by Roddo quickly came to power as he learned to achieve some of his inner most power but he could but think that there was much more for him to learn. After about 25 years he found himself as 5th seat of the 9th division, he found himself going up the ranks not only by challenges but by actual promotions due to the noticeable power difference he had amongst his peers.
Once seated in the 3rd position of his division he knew that there was so much more for him to accomplish, during a training session he felt something within himself as he requested the presence of his zanpakuto's spirit. During this session he learned a lot and pushed himself to learn more but became heavily injured in the process. He slowly made his way back to the 8th division where he was found exhausted, when he awoke he was approached by his current captain with questions as to what happened.
Roddo refused to tell due to the fact that many of his members accompanied his captain, but once alone he explained the situation to his captain with a brief description but Roddo withheld some details. He had achieved a greater power (bankai) but left it out when having the conversation with his captain, but he could not help but to think that his captain knew about it due to the fact that he was promoted to vice captain soon after the incident. After about 11 years of harnessing his new powers and learning to control it, Roddo was promoted to the position of captain. Through most of his actions he had the respect and praise of his peers just like before he joined the academy, this made it easy to get the recommendations and the approval of his fellow captains for his promotion.
Life for Roddo hasn't changed much besides his rank and a few changes within himself; he still trains regardless of his important duties. He still is the one of the strongest among his peers which he is used to, and he still tries to find ways to further himself because inside he STILL feels as though he hasn't reached his peaked.
Sample RP:
It was a cool afternoon in Seireitei, and Roddo had made his way to one of the more secluded spots, the top of a tower with a flat roof. He needed somewhere quiet and out of the way, where nobody would bother him. Sitting down cross-legged on the hard stone, he set his sword down across his lap, stretching out, and then suppressing a yawn. He grimaced slightly as he looked up at the clear blue sky. He was supposed to be relaxed, not falling asleep. He smiled ruefully and folded his hands in his lap, resting on his sword lightly. He slowly concentrated, relaxing each muscle in his body one at a time. He focused his mind, feeling the cool wind blowing softly across his face, brushing his clothes and hair around. He felt the warmth of the sun bearing down on him, and the cool stones underneath him.
Slowly, he turned his concentration inwards, focusing on himself. Clearing all thoughts from his mind, he floated in an empty void for a time. Once he was fully relaxed, and devoid of un-necessary thoughts, he reached out to his sword with his mind, opening a channel to it. Feeling the energy start to flow between them as he did so, he focused that energy, drawing it in to him, as the sword drew part of him in to itself.
All of a sudden, there was a blinding flash of white, and everything seemed to start spinning. The white slowly faded, and was replaced by swirling colors. It felt as if he was falling, plummeting in to that void. He felt himself floating, out of his body, it seemed. He felt a strange detachment as his mind left his physical form, drifting in a shapeless sea. Soon enough, however, he latched on to that channel of power from his sword, and-
He landed with a thud. Blinking, he opened his eyes and looked around. He appeared to be sitting on a shoreline, pure white sand all around him. He heard the gentle sound of waves, and he looked up to see a stretch of brilliant blue water stretched out before him. The water was calm, only a few faint ripples on the surface from the gentle breeze. Looking up at the sky, he saw that it appeared to be night... The sky was dark, and there was a brilliant full moon in the sky, hovering directly above... A tower. A massive spire, seemingly made of a blue crystalline substance. Surrounding that tower was an entire city, seemingly with the buildings all made of the same glassy material. The city was situated on an island, out on the water far ahead.
As he surveyed the area, he saw a faint glimmer of light from the top of that central spire. It seemed that there was something at it's very peak. He couldn't make out what it was at that distance, but he knew that there was something up there... He could feel it. It was calling to him, almost, but he couldn't make out the words. Almost like it was speaking a language he didn't recognize. Scratching his chin, he wondered how he would get over there... Not only did he have to cross over the water somehow, but he would have to navigate that maze-like city ahead. He clicked his tongue in irritation, and was about to start moving when he heard a soft voice behind him.
"You won't make it through there alone." It said softly. Stopping, Roddo turned around to see what appeared to be the figure of a man, draped in a long, long brown cloak. He had his hood drawn, so it was impossible to see his face.
"Who are you?" Roddo asked slowly, taking a step towards the figure.
"Who am I? I'm every ally you've ever had, and every one you'll ever need." The figure said, a hint of laughter in his voice. "Like the ever-changing moon, I have many faces."
"You may see many faces, but the moon only has one true form." Interjected Roddo, crossing his arms and tilting his head to the side, surveying the figure quizzically.
"You are correct, of course, but you will not be able to comprehend my true form at this point. Until you are ready, I will appear as your allies... Allies from today, allies from your future, allies from your past lives..." He said slowly, the cloak falling away to reveal Xion (former friend, who slowly shifted and became Kyouko , who shifted in to his former Captain, Tousen, who then became a man dressed in ragged clothing, wearing a wide brimmed hat and carrying a pocket watch. He glanced at the watch.
"Your time is limited. You must begin." He said, closing the watch and putting it away. "I will help you on your journey." Raising an arm, he pointed to something behind Roddo. When the Shinigami turned, he saw his Zanpakuto, already in Shikai form, buried point-down in the sand. When he looked back, the figure was gone.
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