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Chapter 10: Invasion Part 1


La Forja Estelar

Aizen typed away at his computer as in front of him was a big tube filled with clear liquid that houses a redhead female clad only in underwear.

"Is she stable, Aizen-sama?"

The brunet looked behind him and saw the pink-haired Arrancar, Szayelaporro Granz, looking at the woman with interest.

"Her vitals are at peak human condition. Her brain waves are also at the human level. Neither shows any abnormalities. She's indeed stable."

"This is a great breakthrough, isn't it, Aizen-sama?"

He smiled as data started to flow through his computer screen. "Yes. Indeed it is. However, we're going to need more test subjects to fully consider the process problem-free."

"Then, what do you suggest?"

"There is an entire mansion of these Bounts in the Human World, isn't there? We'll have to acquire most, if not all, of these Bounts and their Dolls."

"Speaking of Bounts, what do we do with her former master, the loud one?"

"I can still detect a small connection between her and the Bount. Until I can sever that bond, we will let him live."

Szayelaporro oozed annoyance. "Is there a way to shut him up, then? He's been going about how we defiled 'his Ritz' by turning her to a human."

Aizen's lips curled up in a smile. "Did we now? We changed her from a small creature incapable of handling greater opponents to a human with an unknown leap of ability. I hope he'll understand if disagree with him." He looked up at the unconscious woman and added, "There's still much to be done with her before we send her on her final test."

The Arrancar raised a brow and asked, "Her final test?"

"Yes. I'm surprised you have to ask, Szayelaporro. Every scientist knows that one must give a final test to all experiments to consider it a complete success."

His eyes widened as he said, "Of course. How could I forget about that?"

"Regardless, as I said, it will take some time to send her out on the field. I'll have one of the droids teach her motor functions and train her on combat mobility. As for her Doll abilities, I will have the Secunda train her. In the meantime, continue to monitor her progress. I have some matters to attend to."

Szayelaporro bowed and said, "As you command, Aizen-sama."

Karakura Town

And here I was wondering how difficult these Bount are. Revan mused as his protégé dodged a whip strike that went through his invisible body. I'm a bit disappointed.

You're not helping! Ichiko exclaimed at him in her head as she ducked another whip attack. She raised Tengetsu and swung at her assailant, exclaiming, "Getsuga Tensho!" An energy slash came forth from her blade and flew towards her attacker, who simply leapt to avoid it.

"Not yet!" Ichigo shouted as he too fired his Getsuga Tensho towards the airborne opponent.

"Weak," said opponent shouted at him, flinging his whip at the attack, dispelling it completely. He landed back on the ground and his whip transformed into a shield to block Chad's punch. He pushed his transformed limb away and kicked Chad away. His shield returning to a whip, he struck the ground beneath him multiple times and stepped away, saying, "Fried, do it."

The snake, whose whip is actually its tail, had its eyes glowed and, before their eyes, the whip marks on the ground transformed into snakes, which overwhelmed the group. The snakes were easily defeated by the opponent just as easily recreated them with his whip.

As Ichiko sliced three snake heads with Tengetsu, she froze at Revan's proclamation.

You do know that your Quincy friend has more snakes than the rest of you, don't you?

She quickly turned around and saw Ishida at the very back of their group struggling with his snakes. She shouted out, "Uryu, get away!" She raised up and brought down Tengetsu, sending a Getsuga Tensho at his direction.

The bespectacled lad widened his eyes and barely leapt out of the way as the energy attack decimated his snake opponents. However, her attempt at saving him cost her dearly as the snakes took the opportunity to bind her legs and work their way up. "Shit," she cursed as a snake twisted her hand painfully, making her let go of Tengetsu.

"Ichiko," Ichigo shouted but could do no more as the snakes prevented him from doing so.

You know, Revan offered, I could lend you my aid. All you need to do is ask and I'll give you my power.

Before she could say anything, they were interrupted by a voice shouting, "Hado no Go-juu-yon: Haien!" A ball of purple energy flew towards the snakes constricting Ichiko and they were incinerated quickly. Recovering, Ichiko grabbed Tengetsu and faced her savior.

"Thank you, Tessai-san."

"It's no problem, young miss," the hulking man humbly responded, "We are your reinforcements." To add onto that fact, Abarai Renji, Tsugumiya Ururu, and Hanakari Jinta joined his flank, each brandishing their weapons at the opponent.

Ichigo finally finished the rest of his snakes and smirked at his reinforcements. He faced his opponent and said, "Well, Ryo Utagawa, what are you going to do against all of us?"

Utagawa glared at them and crouched in preparation of an attack. Then, he turned around and jumped away, escaping from the disadvantage he's in.

Everyone released a sigh of relief as he vanished from sight. "Thanks, guys," Ichigo told them as he hefted Zangetsu on his shoulder. "We wouldn't have him on the run if it wasn't for you guys."

"It's a shame though that he ran away," Renji grumbled, "I was feeling a bit weak lately and wanted to have a fight." He clicked his tongue and added, "Whatever. Let's just get out of here." He looked at each of them and blinked. "By the way, where's Ishida?"

It's Ichigo's turn to blink. "What are you talking about? Ishida's over…there…" He trailed off as the finger he was about to raise to point in Ishida's direction wavered; Ishida was missing. "Where'd he go?"

Revan helpfully (not) supplied, Oh, I believe a female Bount took him captive after you were constricted by the snakes.

He's what?!

She was rather quick for a human. She took him in her arms and leapt away as Tsukabishi and his group arrived.

Why didn't you tell me?

You were focused on your current opponent. I would rather not interrupt that focus. Besides, I sensed no hostile intent for the boy from the girl. I believe he'll be fine with her until they resurface.

Renji huffed, "Don't tell me he ran away after that little mishap."

"I don't think that's it," Ichigo replied, "He has his pride, after all. I don't think he'd run away after Ichiko saved his sorry ass."

"Y-You don't think he's been taken, do you," Ichiko slowly interjected, making all look at her. "There is more than one Bount, right? Maybe one of them was hiding and took him."

They were silent.

Tessai gave a hum. "That is feasible. However, I don't see how a Quincy would benefit their plans. Boss said that the Bount's hatred is for the Shinigami alone. A Quincy shouldn't be in their plans, as far as he knew."

"A hostage, perhaps," she added. "He may be used as a bargaining chip against us to not interfere."

"That…is possible." Tessai stayed silent. Then, he said, "I'll inform Boss about this when we return. Let's depart."

Most impressive of you, young one, Revan praised, to plant that seed in their heads without revealing you truly know that is the case.

Ichiko fought the urge to feel pleased by his praise. Instead, she returned Tengetsu to its sheath and joined the rest of her friends in leaving the area.

Kurosaki Household – Later

"Damn, this is hard!" Ichiko shouted as she fell on her back after her workout. "What's with this training montage, anyway? I thought I can already use this Force you keep telling me."

I said that you have the potential to use the Force. That does not mean you can use it yet. You are used to using your reiryoku that the Force simply moved to the side to allow you to do so.

"What's the difference anyway? They're both energy but I don't know beyond that."

Reiryoku is the energy of spirits and is tied to one's willpower, correct? Ichiko nodded. That means that beyond the humans and the spiritual-aware beings inhabiting the physical and spiritual realm, no one else can utilize or release this energy. The Force is beyond that. Living beings exude it throughout their lives, even beyond their death. The plants, having that small sliver of life within them, exude just as well. Machines, while they cannot feel the Force, can create a presence in the Force, with their spark of life. It is beyond internal or spiritual, apprentice. It may be internal or spiritual. But it is also physical and metaphysical. It is the energy of the universe.

Ichiko was interested at his proclamation. "So…so what am I doing wrong then?"

Your familiarity with reiryoku is causing you to use it instead of the Force.

"How can I stop using reiryoku then?"

You must forget you can use reiryoku. Ichiko was wide-eyed. That is just the first step. That's why children are easier to teach how to use the Force. They are blank canvases which can be painted anything. However, it is possible to teach the usage of the Force to anyone older. In your case, there is an advantage. Once you know how to use the Force, you will be able to mix the Force with your reiryoku and use them effectively, just as I have.

"And how do I do that?"

Meditate. Meditation is a tried-and-tested technique of calming oneself and achieving a deeper state of awareness.

"That sounds…complex."

I will not lie. It is complex, especially for beings that use a different kind of energy, like you. Regardless, I will give you a brief taste as to what the Force should feel like. To begin, sit on the floor, legs crossed and hands on top of your knees. She did so. Good, now, close your eyes and focus on my voice. She obeyed and closed her eyes. Her breath slowed to that of a meditation person. Do not retreat into your inner world or attempt to access your reiatsu. This will use neither. Instead, I want you to listen. Listen to your breathing, to the people outside, and to your own heartbeat. Your life is one of many that the Force provides. Now, we shall expand further. Listen beyond these four walls of your room. Your sisters are downstairs; one is cleaning, the other is watching television. Your father is in his clinic, tending to a patient. And your brother is in his room, finishing his homework. Listen to them. Don't think about listening. Just listen.

Her brows furrowed and she was beginning to show exertion. "I…I can't…I can't hear anything."

Are you thinking you can listen to them? You are limiting yourself if you are using your primary senses to listen to them. The Force goes beyond them. Trust in your feelings, your instincts. They are essential to using the Force.

Ichiko tried again. However, her face and posture still showed how much difficulty she's having. Her eyes snapped open and she leaned back to prop her hands on the floor behind her. "This is hard!"

I see that you are still relying on your primary senses. We will continue this lesson in the future. Until then, you will continue your physical exercises. You can begin now or tomorrow if you wish.

She shrugged and turned around to plant her front on the floor. Then, she placed her palms on either side of her body and began performing push-ups. "Out of curiosity, what can the Force do to your primary senses?"

It allows you to see beyond physical obstacles, peering through brick walls and steel doors to beings filled with energy as if they were mere glass. It allows you to hear another person across great distances as if you two were face-to-face. It protects you to an extent, warming you in the cold, chilling you when in heat, and shields you from damage. Considering, however, I have yet to use the Force for tasting and smelling, I can't tell you what it does to those senses. Those are some of the most basic applications of the Force.

Ichiko smiled as she finished her push-ups and moved to sit-ups. "Thank you for your lessons for today, Revan-sensei. I'll try and work on my listening skills in the future."

Revan nodded with approval. I expect nothing less. However, I do need to point something out to you. Do not try. Do. Trying opens a person up for doubt. Doing fills a person with confidence.

The smile turned to a grin and she said, "Alright, I'll do it next time, sensei!"

Training Area 54 – Days Later

"This is such a drag." A tall, brown-haired Espada grunted as he massaged his neck. "And here I was hoping to catch some shut-eye."

"You've been catching that shut-eye since yesterday!" His companion, shorter in comparison, yelled her green hair off at her partner.

"Starrk, you're unnaturally early." Both Arrancars turned to see a blonde, dark-skinned Espada walking towards them.

"I know, right? Lilynette forced me out of bed and rushed over here with me."

"I see." The Espada turned to the irate green-haired Arrancar and said, "You did well."

"Oi!"

"Thank you, Harribel-sama!"

"Oh, hello, Harribel-sama!" The speaker was another female Espada with teal hair and hazel eyes. She rushed over to the group and beamed. "It's nice to see you all again!" She looked at Lilynette and added, "Hello to you too, Lily-chan!"

Lilynette's cheeks puffed out and she exclaimed, "Don't call me that, Nelliel-sama!"

Nelliel blinked in confusion. "Why should I not? Are we not friends?" Then, she too pouted, "And I told you to call me Nel!"

"I can't do that! You're an Espada and I'm a Fraccion!"

"I don't care about that! We're friends! We should call each other as such!"

"She's correct, Nelliel Tu Odelschwank," an emotionless voice reached their ears. "She's not your friend. She's a Fraccion and you're an Espada. Act as such."

"You're a big meanie, Ulquiorra!"

Ulquiorra was a pale Arrancar with black hair, green eyes, and teal lines descending from each eye. "Meanie or not, I know the difference between my station and hers."

Lilynette flinched and grasped Starrk's fur clothes.

"Oi, oi," Starrk drawled out, his eyes boring into Ulquiorra's. "Don't get all pissy just because someone doesn't agree with you."

The emotionless Espada stared at Starrk. He closed his eyes and looked away as he said, "As you wish."

Starrk sighed but didn't continue as another presence announced itself.

"Che, why are you protecting the girl, Starrk? She doesn't deserve it. She's a mere girl and a Fraccion."

"She's my girl Fraccion, Nnoitra. You'd do well to remember that before you insult her." Starrk glared at the newcomer.

Said newcomer was a tall Arrancar with black hair, an eyepatch over his left eye, and a spoon-like hood over his head.

Nnoitra grinned wide, showing his teeth. "Of course, of course," he placated unconvincingly. He turned to Nelliel and sneered. "Yo, Nelliel, you're still here?"

The green-haired Espada frowned. "Yes. Yes, I am. And I'm here to stay."

"I wouldn't be too sure of that!" His hands flexed threateningly. "I'm going to take your spot from you!"

"Shut up, spoonhead," a cyan-haired Arrancar growled as he joined them. "Your voice is grating on my nerves."

"What are ya going to do about it, Sexta?"

The Sexta Espada growled again as he glared at Nnoitra. "You wanna go, Quinto?!"

"Enough, Grimmjow," said Zommari as he arrived with a zip. "We are not here to fight."

"Speak for yourself, Septima!"

"He speaks for us all, Grimmjow," Szayelaporro interjected as he fixed his glasses. "Aizen-sama brought us here to watch, not to fight."

Grimmjow scoffed and relented.

"He finally shut up. His incessant ramblings were getting annoying," the ninth Espada spoke as he joined them. He wore a tall head mask and a high-collar uniform.

"Screw you too, Aaroniero." He then looked to another area and sneered. "Oh, look, the Shinigami are here." True enough, when everyone looked, they all saw the Shinigami arrive on another observation platform.

"I still don't understand why Aizen-sama invited those weaklings to the fortress," Nnoitra spat.

"His reasons are Aizen-sama's alone," Harribel defended. "I highly doubt he'll answer you even if you asked."

"Whatever, go back to sucking his cock, Tercera."

Harribel's cheeks turned red in anger and she was about to strike – much to Nnoitra's delight – when she was stopped by Nelliel.

"Don't," she cautioned her, "Responding to his taunts just riles him up."

"Killjoys, the both of ya," Nnoitra clicked his tongue. He looked around and asked, "Where are Cero and Primera?"

"As always, they are over there with Aizen-sama."

Flanking the seated form of Aizen Sosuke were two robed individuals, whose faces were covered by their white hoods. The one on his left was a broad-chested figure and the one on his right was a slim figure.

Harribel narrowed her eyes at the slim figure but didn't say anything.

On the Shinigami side, Kaien scratched his head in confusion as he said, "Do any of you guys know why we're called now?"

Byakuya responded, "Considering what important event occurred days earlier, I assume it would most likely be an exhibition of that woman's powers."

"That woman," he looked confused, "Do you mean that Ritz lady?" He looked thoughtful. "Alright now, I'm interested in her powers."

"Ara, ara," Gin grinned wide as he noticed something, "Aizen-taichou really is a mean taichou. He pulled those two out here."

"Those two," Hisana asked. She then saw Mabashi and Yoshi being led to another area with HK-50 droids. "Oh, you mean those two. How would it be mean of Aizen-dono?"

"He's taunting the original wielder of the humanized Doll by exhibiting her improved powers. By doing so, he's telling the Bount that we've improved on her capabilities, something that he was either too afraid or too weak to do." Kaname Tosen stood in front of the observation glass. "Nevertheless, I also believe he's also exhibiting her to us. This is a way to show us that he has done what no one has done before. After all, the Arrancar's place in history is few and far between. There were only one or two every era. He created an army in a century. Returning to the now, he took a nonhuman creature and turned it human. That is truly something that is even more incredulous. As far as history is concerned, no one has gotten that far."

"Well, he did do it with the aid of the Hogyoku, the one he took from Rukia," Toshiro responded as ten chained Hollows were escorted by ten similarly-attired Arrancars onto the training field. "It's not exactly his achievement if he used an external power."

"The Hogyoku is a powerful tool but it remains a tool nonetheless." Unohana Retsu silently gave her two cents as the redhead known as Ritz was being led to the training field by a more grandiose version of the ten jailer Arrancars. "A tool is only as powerful as the person who uses it. In this case, it truly is Aizen-sama's achievement."

Toshiro scowled but conceded to her point. He looked back to Aizen who stood up and addressed them all.

"Welcome, my comrades. Days ago, you witnessed a scientific marvel. A sentient Doll of a Bount was turned to a human before our very eyes. Now, we will witness her combat prowess. With her permission, she will test herself on Hollows captured from Baraggan's kingdom." He looked down at the redhead and said, "Begin."

Without any other prompt, Ritz turned her gaze to the ten freed Hollows. Her purple eyes were cold as she leapt the remaining feet towards them. She planted a kick at the head of one Hollow. Then, as the Hollow fell to the ground, she jumped to avoid another's strike.

She landed on solid ground but immediately charged at a third Hollow. She landed a powerful punch at its stomach and watched it fly off onto a boulder, killing it instantly.

She didn't turn around as a fourth Hollow was above her with his bulky arms raised high. Without saying anything, she placed her hands on the ground and flipped forward, disorienting the Hollow with her legs. She quickly turned upright, turned around, and held out an arm towards the Hollow, summoning seeds from her sleeve to it. The seeds burrowed deep into its outer shell and she clenched her hand. The Hollow roared as wooden spikes emerged from its body, finishing with a spike through its head, ending its existence.

She then dashed towards the Hollow which struck her after she kicked the first. She dove into its chest as it spread its arms wide in an attempt to catch her in mid-jump and crush her in its arms. However, instead of stopping and hitting its chest, Ritz managed to get inside it.

The Hollow convulsed violently afterwards, roaring at nothing in particular. Seconds later, however, it stopped moving. It turned its head towards the remaining six Hollows staring at it with instinctual fury. It opened its mouth and a red ball of energy materialized in front of it. The ball was released as a beam that very quickly reached the six watchers; only one was quick enough to escape its wrath. The Hollow convulsed once more before arching its back, allowing Ritz to step out its chest. Once fully out, she didn't even deign the Hollow with a glance as it exploded with a shower of wooden spikes.

Only now realizing its position, the Hollow turned the opposite direction and fled as fast as it could from Ritz. However, Ritz had a way of catching it. She planted a hand to the ground and vines burst from the ground around the Hollow and took it by its limbs. Then, the vines dragged the Hollow to the ground, where it pulled down even further, burying it beneath the ground. She clenched her hand and a small quake followed. She stood from her kneeling position to look up high at Aizen.

Then, there was silence.

Aizen smiled at the woman and her face brightened in response. "You have done well, Ritz. Take your rest. You have earned it."

She grasped the sides of her still-kempt dress and curtsied, saying, "Thank you, Aizen-sama." Then, she turned to the exit and left.

Once she was gone, Aizen turned to the silent audience and said, "Well? What words do you have for our new comrade?"

"She's…impressive." Harribel answered him. "She has an incredible grasp of her powers. That, however, is odd considering that she has been physically weak the day she was changed. How could she have gained mastery over her human limbs to such an extent?"

"I had one of my droids personally train her in motor functions. She learned quickly."

Byakuya followed, "I assume her powers are improved as a result of her humanization?"

"Yes. That was my original intention."

"Undo what you did to her, you bastard!" Mabashi roared at him, struggling at his bonds in vain. "Return Ritz to her original form!"

"Let me see." Aizen mocked him by pretending to think on it. "No. You are prisoners in my domain. Your orders are nothing to me. She can return to her old form if she wishes but she has yet to ask it of me. Until she does, however, she can remain as she is." He looked at the HK-50 droids and said, "Take them away."

As the droids obeyed his command, Aizen heard his second-in-command speak. As such, he disabled the speakerphone connected to the other observatories. "I am impressed by your actions, Revan. I never imagined that your brain, so full of tactical brilliance, would be used to such scientific heights. I thought those science mumbo-jumbo were dull and beneath you."

"I never said anything like that. I simply left the science to the scientists because I have no time to devote to it; I would be better served directing the soldiers."

"We have no grand war now, Revan. This is but a mockery of what actual war is like. Regardless, you have all the time in this planet to research to your hearts content."

"I know and it is aiding us greatly." He watched as Grimmjow started shouting at Nnoitra. He frowned distastefully. "Those two are truly grating on my nerves."

"Well, what are you waiting for, Revan? Your slaves are fighting while they're waiting for you."

He reactivated the speakerphone and spoke onto it. "What did you say, Malak? Did you say you want to schedule a session with Grimmjow and Nnoitra?"

All Espada froze at his question and looked at the hooded male with fear.

Malak chuckled sadistically and said, "Yes. My blade is getting a bit dull recently. I need to sharpen it against Hollow bones."

"Well, what do you say, Grimmjow, Nnoitra?" Aizen regarded the two pale Espada with an ice-cold gaze. "Do you want to help your Primera with his predicament?"

Nnoitra swallowed heavily and stuttered, "W-We'd l-love to, A-Aizen-sama. B-B-But we're k-kind of b-b-busy."

Malak gave a sigh. "That's rather disappointing. Oh, well, I suppose there's always next time."

Aizen remained silent as he gazed coldly at Grimmjow and Nnoitra. Then, the ice in his eyes vanished and he regarded the majority. "Toha, Espada, be prepared. The Bount are bound to worry over their lost lambs. They would have no choice but to send more of their numbers to us to check on their status to keep their secrets. Expect their members to be on the sands of Hueco Mundo over the course of the week. You are dismissed." As they all dispersed, Aizen disabled the speakerphone, turned to his two confidantes, and said, "Malak, apprehend the spy on the outskirts of La Forja Estelar. Interrogate him to your heart's content. He's obviously of Baraggan's stock. Identify his purpose and break his will."

Malak was obviously pleased with his command and it showed with his words. "Oh, I'll do exactly that, Revan. Expect word from me by the middle of the week." He turned to the exit and left.

The slim figure spoke in a female voice, "And what would you have me do?"

Aizen's eyes softened at her. He walked over to her and grasped her shoulders, earning her confusion. "You don't have to do anything. All you need to do is do as you've always done."

"That has always been your answer since I joined you."

"You should be one with the Force, finally at peace. In this existence, there will be no peace for you."

"I will always be by your side, Revan, whether in this life or the next. That will not change."

Aizen smiled and embraced her. "I know. I truly and deeply appreciate your sacrifice. If you want something, ask it, whatever it is, and I shall provide it for you. This is the least I could do."

"If you'll provide it, then command me."

"I already did. Do as you've always done."

"We're talking in circles."

"Yes. Yes, we are. I won't deter from my words."

"Neither will I."

"Then, I'm glad we're in accord."

Human World

"Yoshi and Mabashi are taking too long." Kariya commented as he looked at his people and guest.

Ishida Uryu looked confused at his statement while he was being caged by the Doll known as Dalk.

Ugaki frowned as he fixed his glasses. "What do you think happened?"

"The most likely reason is that they were compromised. Whoever found them must be skilled to apprehend them both."

"What are we going to do then? We can't let our secrets be known to those Hollows."

"I know. However, we can't delay our plans for anything, even the abduction of two of our numbers."

"I'll go and retrieve them," Utagawa volunteered with a proud smirk, "I'll brave the sands of Hueco Mundo and extract our wayward brethren."

Kariya frowned and narrowed his eyes at him. "Considering your actions as of late, I'll have Ichinose with you to ensure you do as you're told."

Utagawa held back a sneer while the sole Shinigami of the group gave an obedient nod.

"I'll be opening the Garganta soon. Prepare what you need and meet me in the basement.

Ichinose said, "As you command, Kariya-sama."

Utagawa clicked his tongue, "Fine."

"In the meantime," Kariya turned to the large Koga, "place him in one of the cells. We'll have our use of him soon." Koga nodded and took Ishida away.

Basement

"Are you two ready," Kariya asked the two people in front of him.

Utagawa gave a stiff nod and Ichinose responded verbally.

"Now," he turned to the archway behind him, "Andere Welt anschliessende Port, tauch' dich sofort auf, Garganta!" The arch surged with power and coalesced at the center to rip a hole in the fabric of space. The hole revealed an entire area of darkness within it. After a few seconds, Kariya turned to the two and said, "The portal is stable. You two can enter."

"After you," Utagawa offered, making Ichinose scowl at him. Nevertheless, the Shinigami leapt towards the portal and vanished within it. He was about to follow when Kariya grabbed his arm. "What is it?"

Kariya leaned close to his ear and whispered, "If you return and Ichinose doesn't, it doesn't matter if you succeeded in retrieving Mabashi and Yoshi. I will end you…easily! Am I clear?"

Utagawa gritted his teeth and growled out, "Clear."

"Good, now go." Kariya watched dispassionately as Utagawa walked to the Garganta and entered it. He willed it shut and turned around to leave the basement.

He had an invasion to plan.


And that's done!

So, I have a question for you guys.

I already have the human forms of Utagawa's Fried, Yoshino's Goethe, Yoshi's Nieder, Mabashi's Ritz (obviously), and Koga's Dalk in mind.

I want your guys' ideas on what human forms the rest will have.

For those who want a quick overview of the other Dolls:

Sawatari, the only old man of the group, has a brown whale that can go into some dimension when it sinks to the floors and walls and has another dimension for things that go in its mouth.

Ugaki, the nerd of the group, has a Doll that can shift between a number of small, mouth-like eye creatures and a purplish, eyeless monster that can manifest weapons from its limbs.

Kariya's Doll is a pata sword with a blade of wind. This one is especially tricky.

Let me know what you guys think and read and review!