Mashiro Kuna is a vibrant and eccentric character in Bleach, known for her role as the co-lieutenant of the 9th Division under Kensei Muguruma and her membership in the Visored—a group of Shinigami who have acquired Hollow powers. Despite her childlike demeanor and love for tokusatsu-inspired antics, Mashiro is a force to be reckoned with on the battlefield, particularly when donning her Hollow mask.

Her unique personality and combat style make her a memorable figure in the Bleach universe. 

Personality and Appearance

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Mashiro is an energetic and somewhat childish individual, often displaying a carefree and playful attitude that belies her true power. Her antics, such as calling Ichigo "Berry-tan" and throwing tantrums over trivial matters, often annoy her comrades, particularly her former captain, Kensei. Despite this, her loyalty to her friends and determination in battle showcase a deeper side to her character.

Visually, Mashiro is striking with her lime green hair, which she often pairs with a set of goggles perched atop her head. She typically wears a white bodysuit accented with orange gloves, boots, and a scarf, emphasizing her superhero-like appearance (reminiscent of late 1970s Japanese television shows). Even when she returns to the traditional Shinigami uniform, Mashiro retains her quirky style, incorporating elements like her goggles and custom-made badge.

Powers and Abilities

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Mashiro’s combat style is heavily centered around her exceptional agility and proficiency in hand-to-hand combat, particularly her powerful kicks. As a Visored, she possesses dual spiritual energies—Shinigami and Hollow—allowing her to perform feats beyond the capability of ordinary Shinigami.

• Hakuda Master: Mashiro excels in Hakuda, or hand-to-hand combat, using her incredible leg strength to deliver devastating kicks. Her signature moves, like the Mashiro Super Kick and Mashiro Drop Kick, demonstrate her ability to take down even the toughest opponents.
• Hollowfication: Mashiro’s Hollow mask, which resembles an insect’s head, enhances her strength, speed, and durability. Unlike her fellow Visored, uniquely, Mashiro could maintain her mask for fifteen hours from the very start of her Hollowfication, a feat that required no training. This power allows her to unleash potent attacks, including the Mashiro Super Cero, a lime-green Cero she fires with a kick.
• Enhanced Strength and Durability: Mashiro’s physical abilities are significantly amplified while wearing her Hollow mask, enabling her to break through enemy defenses and withstand powerful attacks.

Trivia

• Mashiro’s costume and Hollow mask design are inspired by tokusatsu superheroes, reflecting her love for the genre.
• She shares her birthday with Keigo Asano and Hanatarō Yamada.
• Mashiro often irritates Kensei, who questions why he kept her as his lieutenant, yet she remains a valued member of the Visored.
• She was able to maintain her Hollow mask for an astonishing fifteen hours on her first attempt.