The Battle Intensifies

Commander Tessai Tsukabishi and Captain Byakuya Kuchiki pressed on, their resolve unyielding as they faced the remaining Gillian Hollows. Though fatigued from their previous clash, their determination remained unwavering.

Tessai's Seikatsu-ki staff crackled with restrained energy as he unleashed a barrage of Kido spells, obliterating the remaining Gillians with precision and efficiency. Byakuya's Senbonzakura Kageyoshi continued its elegant dance, cherry blossom petals slicing through the air with deadly accuracy, disintegrating any Hollow that dared to stand in their way.

As the last echoes of the battle with the Gillians faded, a sudden tremor shook the ground beneath them. The air crackled with spiritual pressure as five colossal figures emerged from the shadows. Adjuchas-class Menos, their appearances varying from bulky humanoids to the jaguar-like form of pre-Arrancar Grimmjow Jaegerjaquez.

Byakuya's eyes narrowed, assessing the newfound threat. "Adjuchas-class Hollows," he murmured, his voice filled with caution. "Their power is far beyond that of the Gillians we faced."

Tessai gripped his staff tightly, readying himself for the next battle. "We must not underestimate them," he warned. "Their unique individual powers and abilities make them formidable opponents."

The Adjuchas Hollows closed in, their massive forms casting ominous shadows on the battlefield. With a roar that reverberated through the air, they launched their assault, unleashing a barrage of Ceros that threatened to consume the Shinigami duo.

Tessai utilized his Garganta mastery, creating portals of black energy to evade the oncoming attacks with precise timing. Byakuya's Shunpo allowed him to gracefully dodge the energy blasts, his movements seemingly defying the laws of physics.

As the battle raged on, Tessai and Byakuya struggled to match the raw power of the Adjuchas. They pressed on, using their signature skills to their advantage. Byakuya's Senbonzakura Kageyoshi tore through the battlefield, petals slicing through the air, while Tessai's Kido spells struck with unerring accuracy.

However, it became apparent that the Commander and Captain were not at their full strength. The remnants of their previous battles had taken a toll on their bodies and limited their control and power. Their attacks, though formidable, lacked the full force and precision they were capable of.

The Adjuchas Hollows capitalized on this weakness, exploiting every opportunity to land devastating blows. Despite their weakened state, Tessai and Byakuya fought with unwavering resolve, pushing themselves beyond their limits to withstand the onslaught.

Just as the battle seemed to reach a critical point, a powerful surge of spiritual pressure shook the battlefield. The sky darkened, and the ground trembled beneath their feet. The attention of all combatants turned toward a figure descending from the heavens.

It was the Soul King, the enigmatic deity who governed the balance of souls and the realms. His presence radiated an aura of unmatched power and authority. Though the Soul King's control and power were somewhat weakened, having only recovered 30% of their strength, their arrival signaled a turning point in the battle.

The Soul King raised their hand, and a blinding light engulfed the battlefield. The Adjuchas Hollows were momentarily caught off guard, giving Tessai and Byakuya a much-needed respite.

With a wave of their hand, the Soul King unleashed a torrent of energy, sending shockwaves that shattered the ground beneath them. The Adjuchas Hollows were forced to retreat, their attacks temporarily halted by the overwhelming power before them.

Tessai and Byakuya watched in awe as the Soul King took their first steps towards the Adjuchas Hollows. With each movement, reality itself seemed to warp and bend to their will. The battle between the Soul King and the Adjuchas began, the clash of powers sending shockwaves across the battlefield.

The Soul King's energy projection and reality manipulation were matched by the Adjuchas' ferocity and raw power. The ground quaked as Ceros collided with energy constructs, creating explosions that shook the surrounding area. The air crackled with spiritual pressure as the combatants pushed the limits of their abilities.

Tessai and Byakuya could only observe in wonder and trepidation as the battle unfolded before them. The outcome of this clash would determine the fate of the Soul Society and the world as they knew it. They could only hope that the Soul King's power, even at 30%, would be enough to overcome the formidable Adjuchas and bring an end to the chaos that threatened their existence.

--------------------

You can help me a lot by voting with your power stones.

Read advanced chapters on patreon!

patreon.com/Cosmicphantom19