Retsu Unohana, formerly known as Yachiru Unohana, was the captain of the 4th Division in the Gotei 13. She was one of the oldest and most experienced captains, renowned as Soul Society's best healer. Unohana was also the first captain of the 11th Division and the original Kenpachi, showcasing her duality as both a nurturing healer and a fierce warrior.

Unohana's abilities span from master healing techniques to unparalleled swordsmanship. Her Zanpakutō, Minazuki, possesses both healing and offensive capabilities. As one of the founding members of the Gotei 13, Unohana's power and experience make her a formidable presence in the Soul Society.

Personality & Appearance

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Unohana typically presents a gentle and warm personality, speaking softly and politely to everyone. However, this masks her true nature as a bloodthirsty and violent warrior. When reverting to her original personality, she becomes cold-blooded and brutal, infatuated with crossing blades and willing to use any means necessary to gain an advantage in battle.

Physically, Unohana appears to be a slender, youthful woman with blue eyes and long black hair, which she usually wears in a large braid down the front of her body. She has a notable scar between her collarbone, inflicted by Kenpachi Zaraki in their youth. Unohana wears the standard Shinigami captain uniform with an obi instead of a sash.

Powers & Abilities

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Unohana possesses a wide range of powerful abilities.

• Master Healer: Unrivaled knowledge of healing techniques in Soul Society
• Kidō Master: Advanced knowledge of Kidō and spiritual energy manipulation
• Master Swordsman: Mastery of all known styles of swordsmanship
• Immense Spiritual Power: One of the strongest captains in Gotei 13 history
• Shunpo Practitioner: Proficient in Flash Step techniques
• Hakuda Combatant: Skilled in hand-to-hand combat
• Keen Intellect: Sharp analytical skills and attention to detail

Zanpakutō Minazuki: In its sealed form, it resembles a nodachi. Its Shikai form becomes a giant, green, one-eyed manta ray-like creature with healing abilities. The Bankai form liquefies the blade into a blood-like substance that can be manipulated for offensive and defensive techniques.

Trivia

• Her theme song is "Cold Light Of Day" by Halo.
• She ranked 20th in the tenth Bleach popularity poll.
• Unohana has columns in the Seireitei Communication titled "'Tis the Season" and "Every Nook And Cranny."
• "Retsu" is her birth name, while "Yachiru" is a name she gave herself.