Unprecedented Attributes
Urahara Kisuke stood in awe of Saikyō's talent, truly astounded by what he had witnessed. From the improved Kidō to multi-attribute Reiatsu and enhanced slashing techniques, Saikyō continually surpassed expectations.
"Saikyō, you really don't have to be modest," Urahara praised him, his folding fan waving lazily. "Your talent is unparalleled in the past century. I've never seen anything quite like it."
Saikyō, always lighthearted, smirked. "Mr. Urahara, we don't have to be this formal with each other. No need for flattery!"
With a chuckle, Urahara brushed off Saikyō's humility. "It's no flattery. I mean it when I say you're the most talented Shinigami of this era."
"Well then," Saikyō said, his tone shifting to excitement, "since I've grasped the basics of slashing, isn't it time you teach me a new Kidō? What's next?"
"Ah, I thought you'd ask that," Urahara Kisuke said with a sly grin. "How about a wind attribute Kidō next?"
Saikyō's interest was immediately piqued. "Wind attribute? Sounds intriguing."
Urahara nodded, explaining, "It's the 20th Hadō—Kaze no Kiretsu—also known as 'Wind Breaker.' Similar in essence to your previous training, this technique transforms Reiatsu into sharp wind blades."
Saikyō thought for a moment, trying to recall if he had heard of it before, but came up blank. Still, the potential for mastering another attribute was exhilarating. He had already succeeded with fire and lightning, so why not wind?
"Shouldn't be too hard for you," Urahara added. "Given your talent, I'd say you'll have it mastered within the day."
"Alright, let's get started!"
Saikyō watched attentively as Urahara demonstrated Kaze no Kiretsu without an incantation. The wind blades, thin and nearly invisible, stirred up dust and debris, carving cracks into the earth.
"That looks incredible," Saikyō said, feeling both awe and determination. The attack seemed to cover a wide area, much larger than what he had seen with fire or lightning. The power of wind could cause widespread destruction in battle.
Urahara stepped back. "Now it's your turn."
Saikyō wasted no time, focusing intently and attempting to channel his Reiatsu in the same way. He tried again and again, each time improving on the last. The first few attempts failed, but his progress was rapid.
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As time flew by, Saikyō grew more confident with each try. His persistence paid off after about an hour of practice.
Ding!
Congratulations, Host! The level of Kaze no Kiretsu has been raised to LV2!
Congratulations, Host! The level of Kaze no Kiretsu has been raised to LV3!
The notifications rang in his head as his mastery of Kaze no Kiretsu increased.
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Another hour passed, and with each attempt, Saikyō's technique became more refined, his control over the wind element sharper. And then, the final breakthrough happened.
Ding!
Congratulations, Host! You have fully mastered Kaze no Kiretsu!
A second notification followed.
Ding!
Congratulations, Host! You have gained the Wind Attribute Fusion talent!
Saikyō had done it—he had mastered yet another elemental Reiatsu and fused it into his combat style. As he stood there, the system interface reflected the incredible progress he had made:
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Name: Shihouin Saikyō
Reiatsu: 340
Shunpo: 505
Zanjutsu: 206
Hakuda: 198
Hadō: Shō (Max), Byakurai (Max), Raikōhō (Max), Enjō (Max), Kaze no Kiretsu (Max)
Bakudō: Sai (Max), Hainawa (Max), Seki (Max)
Talents: Lightning Affinity, Fire Affinity, Wind Affinity, Reiatsu Boost, Hadō Boost
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Now, with his mastery of the wind attribute, Saikyō had become the first person in Soul Society to wield three different Reiatsu attributes: fire, lightning, and wind. Urahara Kisuke looked on with amazement, realizing the unprecedented feat Saikyō had accomplished.
"This... this is unheard of," Urahara whispered, watching Saikyō with awe. "Three different Reiatsu attributes at once? You're not just a prodigy... you're something else entirely."
Saikyō smirked. "I told you I was ready."
Urahara nodded, regaining his composure. "Indeed, you were. And now, you're on your way to mastering something even I've never seen before. A Zanpakutō with three attributes... I can't even imagine the power you'll unlock when your Zanpakutō is revealed."
Saikyō remained confident. He had learned much in such a short time, but he knew that this was only the beginning. One day, with the right training and the right opportunities, he would rise to become one of the strongest Shinigami to ever walk Soul Society.
"I have no doubt," Urahara said, "that with enough time, you'll stand at the very pinnacle of the Shinigami world."
And Saikyō, knowing the limitless potential he had, believed it.