Disclaimer: I do not own Bleach, its characters or any of the characters that are going to appear unless stated otherwise.

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Author's Note: The original Thanatos Initiative came from a RP Forum known as Coloholics Anonymous in a Bleach RP. I'll post the site at the end of this chapter. Also, for those who are wondering, I'll reveal the new captains before the story's done, so don't worry.

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-----Karakura Town, Karakura High School-----

Ichigo, Rukia, Chad, Uryu, and Orihime stood in mild shock at this revelation. They have already guess that their two new teachers, Dario Vidal and Rita Calado, were something more, but never expected that there was something bigger going on. Preferring to disprove that answer, Uryu asked, "If you are special agents, lets see some identification."

Raising an eyebrow, Rita firmly stated, "Hey, we can't just show off our papers like that! We're high-ranking agents of a super-organization scattered across the world. We don't have to give you sensitive information-"

"Alright," answered Dario, who soon began to search in his right pocket.

Turning her head to Dario, Rita yelled, "What the hell? What happened to "discretion?"

Smiling, Dario calmly stated, "I trust they can keep secrets. After all, they've kept their powers a secret from everyone, too." After finding a white card, Dario held it up towards Ichigo and his friends. On the front-right side was a picture of Dario's face, with his hair spiked in the back and gray visor on. To the left was information, saying:

SPIRITUAL AGENT DARIO VIDAL

RANKING: 5th

At the middle-bottom was a symbol, resembling a hand holding a thunderbolt. Underneath it in small text was:

"Adapt to overcome."

"Alright, I'm convinced."

"Same here."

"Yea."

"Mm-hm."

"Wait," Rukia asked, "What does 'Ranking: 5th' mean?"

Dario answered with, "It's the rank I hold for the Spiritual force of the Thanatos Initiative, along with Rita."

"Oh," said Rukia. Turning to Rita, Rukia asked, "What's your ranking?"

Acting rude again, Rita scoffed and said, "Please, like I'd be the one to reveal something like-"

"She's ranked 8th."

"DARIO!"

"What? I'm trying to cooperate here."

"Aren't you the one who wants me to shut it?"

"Normally, but this is different."

Out of the blue, Orihime says, "Its opposite day?" Everyone sweatdrops from that statement, causing Orihime to realize her question and feel embarrassed about it. "Sorry about that. I wasn't thinking ahead."

Continuing off before that, Dario said, "This is starting to get off-topic, so lets start this up against after school. That way, we'll have plenty of time to go over everything." Motioning Rita to following, both Dario and Rita left Ichigo and his friends more confused than before.

"Alright," Ichigo said, "Anyone pick up on anything?"

"Well," Uryu stated, "The ranking is about a state of power and position. I'm guessing Rita is like a lieutenant while Dairo is a captain…"

-----Soul Society, Seireitei-----

In the great long alleys of the Seireitei, 6th Division lieutenant Renji Abarai has come across his friend and fellow lieutenant Izuru Kira, who seems to be in a depressing mood.

Approaching his fellow Shinigami, Renji asked, 'Hey, why so sad? I mean…sadder than usual?"

Sighing heavily, Izuru replied, "Well, you remember how they will be electing new captains to fill in the empty positions, right?"

Smiling, Renji said, "Yeah, and honestly, I'm looking forward to it. It maybe the chance I need to achieve a Captain's status once and for all."

"What about me?" asked Izuru. "What if I get selected? I don't feel like I can do it. I mean, it sounds great but…" Izuru started to trail off a bit, with Renji coming back with his statement.

"Stop worrying about it, Izuru. I think it's that kind of attitude that you probably won't ever make it past Lieutenant."

"And you're saying you wouldn't mind if you happen to be my Captain?"

Renji said confidently, "Come on. I've got the skill, the determination, the Bankai: I don't see how it can't be me as the next Captain,"

-----Serireitei, Great Forest-----

Underneath the shade of a tree sat Ikkaku Madarame, the 3rd Seat of the 11th Division. With his release Zanpakuto resting on his shoulder, Ikkaku was enjoying a drink of sake from a gourd, and then said, "Damn, I hope they get this 'Captain elections' crap done soon. Its boring me to tears."

After drinking from it, Ikkaku tossed the gourd forward, having it caught by Tetsuzaemon Iba, sitting several feet ahead and also sitting underneath a tree with his released Zanpakuto. "Why on earth would you care? You don't even want to be a Captain." After taking a drink of sake, Tetsuzaemon tossed the gourd back to Ikkaku.

Catching it, Ikkaku replied, "Its because I know Bankai. If that's all, then they can easily give the job to someone who wants it more than me. I've got my mission in life and that's fine by me." Taking a big gulp in, Ikkaku tossed the gourd back to Tetsuzaemon.

"You idiot. Do you have to always think about yourself?" When he went to drink some sake, Tetsuzaemon discovered the gourd was empty. "And why the hell do you always have to finish off the sake!"

-----Serireitei, 7th Division HQ-----

Recently, the 9th Division Lieutnent, Shuhei Hisagi, decided to meet with 7th Division Captain Sajin Komamura, after the Battle of Fake Karakura Town. Inside Sajin's room, Shuhei and Sajin started to talk about their last confrontation with the former 9th Division Captain, Kaname Tousen. Shuhei started first with, "I'm sorry."

Confused, Sajin asked, "About what?"

"About former captain Tousen. The battle…I should have fought harder and-"

"You needn't worry about it, Shuhei Hisagi," stated Sajin. "Yes, he is gone, but he will return. I believe that when he returns, you must show him a side of you that he has never sensed before."

Surprised at that idea, Shuhei replied, "But…I just don't if I can. My Zanpakuto…its power feels too great for me."

In deep thought, Sajin answered with, "Then, it is time to face that power."

-----Seireitei, 10th Division HQ-----

Inside the office of the 10th Divion captain was the 10th Divison captain himself, Toshiro Hitsugaya. He's sitting behind his desk, though locked in a deep thought of his own. Remembering his fight with the Thrid Espada, Toshiro thought, "So, how can I prepare for the Winter War?"

Soon, a knock on the door was heard, then a familiar voice called out from behind it. "Toshiro, its Momo."

Exiting his train of thought, Toshiro got out from behind his desk. Heading towards a sofa in front of his desk, Toshiro said, "Its alright, Momo, you can enter." The door opened, revealing the timid 5th Division Lieutenant Momo Hinamorai. She seemed scared and/or sad, with Toshiro looking worried as well. "You still haven't gotten over the news, haven't you?"

Shaking her head, Momo said, "I don't want to think about it…" Approaching Toshiro, Momo softly said, "How can they do that? Just replace Captain Aizen-"

"Ex-Captain Aizen, Momo," stated Toshiro. It seemed that she hasn't gotten over the fact that Aizen betrayed the Soul Society.

"Right…I just…I…"Momo tried to speak up, but started to break down and cry.

Approaching Momo with caution, Toshiro stood next to Momo and tried to calm her down. "Its alright, Momo. Everything's going to be all right. Don't worry."

-----Karakura High School: After School-----

Normally, students would be excited to head back home and relax until the next school day. However, a few others have important matter to attend to. Orihime is briefly meeting with Tatsuki before meeting up with Ichigo. "So," Tatsuki asked, "are you going to be alright tonight?"

Nodding, Orihime said, "Yea. Ichigo said he'll be taking care of me tonight." Thinking again, Orihime then said, "Wait not like that…I mean-"

Lauching a bit, Tatsuki said, "I know what you mean. Don't worry." Before leaving, Tatsuki said, "See you tomorrow." Orihime waved back at Tatsuki as she headed home. Looking around herself, Orihime then ran off. She eventually met up with Ichigo, Uryu, Chad, Rukia, Dario and Rita, who where all meeting out in front of the school shed.

"Sorry if I'm late," apologized Orihime.

"Its alright," said Dario, "We don't need to rush this."

Ichigo then said, "Alright, so where's the entrance to this base of yours?" Dario turned and pointed to the shed itself. "You've got to be kidding me."

"Not really," stated Rita. "It changes around a bit."

Curious, Uryu asked, "You mean it changes location?"

"The doorway, anyway." Rita then made her way towards the entrance to the shed. The shed was normally locked, but Rita easily ripped the lock right off. Then, as she opened the door, she revealed to Ichigo and his friends a sight none of them even suspected.

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