Wiz sat in the living room in the (L/N) residence, attempting to call someone.

Wiz: Hm... Strange. First Nelliel and now Starrk... Nobody seems to be answering. Did something happen during my absence?

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Ebern hit the hard road after he got kicked by Ichigo.

Ebern: Why did he kick me all of a sudden? Is he an idiot?!

In an instant Ichigo and (Y/N) appeared in front of Ebern.

Ichigo: Hey! I bet you're here because of us, right?

(Y/N): Who did you get permission from to roam The World of the Living. Was it Waleska or was it Harribel? If you came of your own volition, tell me why? I'll hear you out.

Ebern: You think I'm here because of you two? I don't care if one of you defeated Aizen or if the other is the Former King of Hueco Mundo. You're both so full of yourself... But you must be curious about who I am!

Ichigo: No.

(Y/N): Speak for yourself, I need answers. Anyway, arrancars can't just waltz into the World of the Living without permission from the ambassadors or the Queen.

Ebern: Me? An Arrancar?

Ebern immediately got off the floor and flew to meet Ichigo and (Y/N)'s gaze.

Ichigo: What's wrong?

Ebern: I'm no arrancar...

Ichigo and (Y/N) then saw Ebern flash a familiar cross attached to his wrist to the two of them. The cross then started to transform into a huge cannon.



Ichigo: Hey, that's a Quincy's...

(Y/N): Where did he get that? More importantly, I was under the impression that Quincies only used bows. But that's a cannon.

Ebern: What's the matter? See something familiar...

(Y/N) and Ichigo didn't respond as Ebern fired multiple energy blasts from his Spirit Weapon. Ichigo cleaved through multiple while (Y/N) absorbed any that came his way.

(Y/N): *thinking* He has a hollow mask, yet he also has a Quincy cross... What the hell is this guy's deal? Is he a hybrid? Nah, that can't be. Dad told me Ichigo's dad had to sacrifice his powers to save Ichigo's mother after getting bit by a hollow. Quincies don't seem to have a way to resist Hollowification.

(Y/N) thought the only way he would get the answers he wanted was to capture Ebern.

(Y/N) and Ichigo evaded all of Ebern's attacks with (Y/N) counter attacking with a few Kido Skills.

Ebern: What's the matter, Ichigo Kurosaki? (Y/N) (L/N)? Is dodging the best you two can do? Is that the extent of your powers?!

(Y/N) and Ichigo gave each other a stare of mutual confusion. They both know that Ebern was just taunting them.

Ebern: At this rate, you'll never be able to beat me without one of you using your Bankai!

Another taunt...

(Y/N): Do you think we should play along?

Ichigo: Yeah, I don't see why not. I'll use mine first. Hold off from using your own until we know what he's after.

(Y/N): Fine by me.

Ichigo then started to raise his spiritual pressure as he activated his Bankai. Hearing the words "bankai" prompted Ebern to reach into his pocket for a medallion. (Y/N) was immediately on guard. The medallion then started to shoot out energy beams that surrounded Ichigo. (Y/N) immediately flew towards Ebern as he started a chant.

Ebern: Aufreide... Meer eh wolken,

wolken eh regen, regen eh nebel.

Sieht balle eh um sieht ballen.

Wir gut freude.

Danach Vrund Dill Becher.

No-

Hadō #4. Byakurai

A high density beam of spiritual energy shot through Ebern's chest as (Y/N) flash stepped behind him to land the attack. Ichigo broke out of Ebern's attack and fired a Getsuga Tensho directly at him, landing a clean hit.

Ebern: Damn it... Why...? Why won't his Bankai disappear?!



In a matter of seconds, both Ichigo and (Y/N) cornered Ebern in response to his comment.

Ichigo: What do you mean by my Bankai disappearing?

(Y/N): First the Quincy cross and now that weird medallion. As far as I know, only two Quincies are known to be alive right now. You were an idiot to casually approach us and give us a hint about what you are, but now we want to know the truth.

Ichigo: In the last five minutes, we've got a ton of questions we wanna ask you. You're coming with us.

Ebern: Damn it...

After being cornered, Ebern summoned a shadow of sorts, causing the two Substitute Shinigamis to back away immediately.

Ebern: Don't worry. This "shadow" only hides the chosen.

And with that, Ebern disappeared as the shadow engulfed him and faded away.

Ichigo: Damn it! What the hell was that?

(Y/N): It wasn't a Garganta that Arrancars use, that's for sure. Come on, let's head back to the group and tell them what happened. Uryu may know what's going on.

Ichigo: Yeah, you're right.

(Timeskip)

Everyone was sitting calmly, eating in Ichigo's room, with the exception of Ryunosuke.

Ryunosuke: They sure are late...

Uryu: Who is?

Ryunosuke: What do you mean, "who"? I'm talking about Kurosaki and (L/N)! Shouldn't we go help him?!

Uryu: There's no need to. The enemy's Spiritual Pressure is already gone. Besides, Kurosaki and (Y/N) would never lose to a guy like that. They're practically unstoppable together. I have no intention of helping them out.

Chad: Are you sure? 'Cause I do.

Uryu turned around to see Orihime with a smile on her face.

Uryu: What is it, Inoue?

Orihime: Nothing. I was just thinking about how you became good friends with (Y/N) and Ichigo. That's what I like about you, Ishida.

Calavera: Right? After that horrible first impression you gave off, it's a miracle that you got on their good side.

Orihime: Well, it's rare for (Y/N) to hold grudges. Ichigo's a bit different though.

Calavera: That's because you weren't there to see how upset (Y/N) got when-

Uryu quickly covered Calavera's mouth in embarrassment. He didn't want to remember how foolish he was during the Hollow bait incident.

"We're back!"

Both (Y/N) and Ichigo climbed through the window of Ichigo's house, back into his room.

Orihime: Oh! Welcome back, you guys! Are any of you injured?

Ichigo: No, we're fine, but...

Ichigo was interrupted by Ryunosuke's phone ringing.

Ryunosuke: Oh, sorry, that's my Soul Phone.

*answer*

Ryunosuke: Hello? This is Yuki- What? What is it? Oh, umm...

Ryunosuke turned to the group.

Ryunosuke: It's a message for all the squads.

Ryunosuke put his phone on speaker and allowed everyone in the room to listen to the conversation.

"Listen up. I'll be giving you a brief summary of the situation. Don't ask any questions and follow what I say the first time around."

(Y/N) realized the voice coming from the phone as Akon's.

Akon: 57 minutes ago, seven unidentified individuals infiltrated the Squad 1 office. 52 minutes ago, they retreated. One squad member was killed, but the Head Captain is safe. Around that same time, one unidentified intruder showed up near Kokuryo Gate, where Squad 1 was standing guard. All 116 squad members were killed in the 182-second battle that ensued. Lieutenant Sasakibe was mortally wounded... and died in the Squad 1 office soon after.

(Y/N) was taken aback by the news. He wasn't close to Sasakibe whatsoever. Hardly saw the guy. But he was the Lieutenant of the Head Captain. It would be a surprise to anyone to see someone of such a status be taken out.

Shino: That can't be! Isn't Lieutenant Sasakibe the person who's been serving under Head Captain Yamamoto for ages? Are you saying that such a man was killed?!

Akon: Finally... The entry and exit routes used by these intruders are unknown. However, the Soul Shield Membrane surrounding the Seireitei doesn't appear to be disturbed. So we believe they possess a transportation method that bypasses it.

(Y/N): Hey Ichigo... you don't think that's what that Ebern guy used to escape, is it?

Ichigo: Now that you mentioned it, you might be right...

(Y/N): Say Uryu... are you sure you and your dad are the only Quincies alive?

Uryu: Positive? Why do you ask?

(Y/N): That arrancar we fought... I could just be paranoid but there's a possibility that he may have been a hybrid.

Everyone in the room beside Ichigo was caught off guard by (Y/N)'s statement.

Chad: What do you mean?

(Y/N): He definitely had the spiritual pressure of an arrancar, but he said something along the lines of, "I'm no arrancar." And then he decided to fight us with a spirit weapon made with a Quincy cross.

Uryu: Are you sure of this, (Y/N)?

(Y/N): *nods* Ichigo saw it too.

Ichigo: He had one of those crosses for sure. There's no mistaking it.

Ryunosuke spoke up. Ryunosuke: They're calling for us to return to Soul Society for Lieutenant Sasakibe's funeral.

Shino: Then we should leave immediately. Sorry for the intrusion.

Ryunosuke: Thank you for your hospitality.

Orihime: It's no problem, really.

(Y/N): Yeah, just stay safe next time, alright?

After saying their goodbyes, Uryu gave his two cents.

Uryu: I suspect that the reason an ordinary soldier like Yuki was given such a thorough rundown of the situation was because the higher-ups at the Soul Society were aware that you two were with him. It could be that they wanted you two to be informed of the details of this incident. I daresay it won't be long before your assistance is called upon in one form or another. You've already given Yuki all the information you have on the man you two fought just now. So all that remains for us to do now is wait.

(Y/N): I guess you're right, but I'm still a bit curious about this Ebern guy... I'm going to head home and talk to Wiz about it. You coming with Cal?

Calavera: Yeah, I have a bad feeling about all of this.

(Timeskip)

Wiz: Asguiaro Ebern? Can't say the name rings a bell. But if what you say is true, then we may have a problem on our hands.

(Y/N): I'll say. Here's to hoping there wasn't some sort of revolt in Hueco Mundo.

Wiz: I'm not sure about that. We would've felt the tension rising for sure. I'd say Harribel's doing a fine job keeping everything in check. Even if a civil war of some sort broke out, I can't see anyone of substantial strength being able to take out Harribel. I'd say most of the strongest arrancars work under her. Even arrancars stronger than her such as me and Starrk work under her.

Calavera: But that doesn't explain who those guys were that attacked the Soul Society.

Wiz: Yes, that's what's concerning. (Y/N) said that the arrancar he fought wore a Quincy cross but doesn't consider himself an arrancar. But according to Uryu, he and his father are the only ones left. There's a huge contradiction here.

(Y/N): The only way to find out for sure is to head to Hueco Mundo.

Wiz: Yes. I opted to wait until you arrive instead of heading there myself. Even if the attackers of Soul Society aren't arrancars, that still doesn't mean that Hueco Mundo isn't affected. Despite what Uryu might think, there's a possibility that the enemy we're facing may very well be Quincies.

(Y/N): Even if it's slim, it's not impossible.

Just then, the trio could hear keys jingling in the door. The door opened up revealing (S/N). Standing behind her was Lilynette.

(S/N): Uhh... Guys, I think we have a problem

Lilynette: Wiz! (Y/N)! It's an emergency!"

(Y/N): Lilynette? What are you doing here? Did something happen in Hueco Mundo?

Lilynette: Yeah, and it's not good!

Wiz: All communications were down. What happened?

Lilynette: Hueco Mundo was attacked!

Wiz: (Y/N), contact everyone immediately. Lilynette can you tell everything in detail while we gather everyone here?

Lilynette: R-right...

(Meanwhile) In an Unknown Location

Ebern walked into a building stumbling before bowing down. In front of him was a male with symmetrical black and white hair with multiple piercings in his face.

Male: If it isn't Ebern. How commendable of you to be waiting, bowing down. From the state you're in, I can only presume that you took some manner of rash action in an attempt to curry favor, but I might find it in my heart to forgive you.

Ebern: You fool... As if I would ever bow down to you.

Male: What? Who do you think you're talking to...?

"Enough."

The male arm was severed immediately through unknown means. The man screamed in pain as he fell to the floor. In front of the two men was a tall, middle aged looking man with long black hair and a profound mustache.



Middle Age Man: How many times must I remind you? Do not argue in my presence. I dislike conflict.

Now then, let me hear your report for the cause of peace.



The man who lost his arm was nearly lying down as he struggled to stand up. The middle aged man noticed his lack of ability to stand.

Middle-aged Man: No need to push yourself, Luders. It must be painful for you to pull yourself upright with those wounds. I give you permission to lay as you are while you address me.

The man, now known as Luders, responded.

Luders: As... As you wish...

Middle-aged Man: Although, if you are not going to sit, I suppose you have no need for those legs.

Luders, in fear, struggle to his knees.

Luders: You jest, of course... Your humble servant Luders... would never presume such unthinkable arrogance... as to address His Majesty whilst lying disrespectfully prostate on the ground!

The Middle-Aged Man: I see, then you may begin your report.

Luders gave his account of his attack on Squad 1's barracks and his predictions on what should follow soon after.

Middle-aged Man: Five days, huh?

Luders: Yes, Your Majesty...! That is just about enough time for us and the Soul Society to prepare for battle–

Middle-Aged Man: That's in the future.

Luders: Huh?

Middle-aged Man: Two days ago, when you went out to scout the border intensity level... you stated that if we let things continue to progress as is, the Soul Society and the World of the Living would collapse in the near future due to an imbalance of souls... Isn't that right?

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Middle-aged Man: Luders Friegen... Are you, who stands before me right now, a prophet?



Luders: Huh? Well, um...

Middle-aged Man: Answer me. I'm asking if you are a prophet.

Luders: Um... No...I'm not...

Middle-aged Man: Then why do you talk about the distant future? I want to hear about the present.

Luders' body exploded at that moment. The man then turned his attention to Ebern.

Middle-aged Man: Ebern...

Ebern: Y-Yes?

Middle-aged Man: There is nothing about you worthy of praise or punishment. You were sufficient to keep Ichigo Kurosaki and (Y/N) (L/N) at bay.

Ebern: Oh... Th-Thank you very much!

Middle-Aged Man: Your job is done. You shall become the foundation towards peace.

Similar to Luders, Ebern's body also exploded. The man then got off of his chair and started to walk up a staircase. One of the soldiers then spoke up.

Soldier: You're fine with that?

Middle-aged Man: About what?

Soldier: I thought Arrancar soldiers were valuable assets that did not require combat training...

Middle-aged Man: It matters not. We can just get another Arrancar.

The Man then removed a curtain that sat at the top of the staircase, revealing Harribel in chains.



Middle-aged Man: Hueco Mundo is already my domain and there's nothing (Y/N) (L/N) can do about it. It is but one of the many foundation stones towards invading the Soul Society.

To be continued.

We're getting to some of the good stuff.

I'm not sure if I said it or not, but I'm trying my best to add both manga and anime scenes for this arc. Anything that might've been cut from the manga for the anime adaptation will still be in here and any anime exclusive scenes are going to be in as well.

Also the changes in this story is pretty evident, such as Lilynette being the one to come to the World of the Living instead on Nel. Obviously, in the original, Nel was told to flee because she did have the fighting prowess to take on a Quincy in her child form during the Quincy's invasion of Hueco Mundo. However Nel is in her adult form in this story which means she'd be on the front lines fighting. That would leave someone like Lilynette, who's still alive in this story, to take her place and be the one to relay the message of Hueco Mundo's hostile takeover.

However that also means that Starrk can not use resurreccion. So who knows what happened to him. The same can be said for Roka as she has joined Nel's fraccion after the events of the previous arc.

Also expect to see new kido skills from (Y/N). He wasn't doing all that training with Unohana for nothing. I didn't want to spoil it in the Bio update so I left it out but I think I'll post a mini bio update for each cour.

Let me know what you guys think.