Ichigo Kurosaki and others did not stay in Soul Society for too long, and soon followed Yoruichi Shihoin across Senkaimon and returned to Human World, continuing their "ordinary" high school life.
Because no matter whether it is Gotei 13 who is leaderless after the death of Captain-Commander, or the nobles who are busy fighting for power and rebuilding Central 46 Chambers, they can't care about this group of "Ryouka" who are being used at first sight.
What's more, under the threat of Aizen and Allen, they now need Kisuke Urahara's help.
After all, apart from this guy, no one else in the world understands the power of Hogyoku.
In addition, Visoreds standing behind him is also a fighting force that urgently needs to be won over.
Especially in the current situation where more than half of the captain-level combat power has been lost, these Death who were once exiled, wanted and considered dead in battle have ironically become the life-saving straw that Soul Society is eager to grasp.
Anyway, four of them were former captains and three were vice-captains.
Coupled with the multiplication of strength brought by Hollowfication and the naked and undisguised hatred of Aizen, it naturally became the most ideal alliance partner.
Among them, Shunsui Kyoraku, who is better at interpersonal relationships, also wants to bring in Sakura and the four Ryouka teenagers who have shown great strength.
However, Sakura, as a teacher, exposed his sinister intentions on the spot, and then sternly refused without hesitation.
After this incident, Ichigo Kurosaki and others' senses of Soul Society and Death instantly became worse.
Without even waiting to meet Rukia Kuchiki again, they left this place that disgusted them.
At the same time, far away in a desolate barren land, Aizen also began his own journey to conquer Hueco Mundo.
In just a few days, a team of Arrancar Burning Legion with considerable strength gathered behind him.
Among them, those who can be recognized by Allen include the original No. 3 Nel Tu Du Odeshovank among Espada, No. 6 Grimmjow Jaka Jack, No. 4 Ulquiorra Xifa, and their adjutants.
Although the two incomplete Hogyoku have not yet been completely integrated, they can easily help these powerful Daxu break the boundaries and gain part of the power belonging to Death.
And Allen, through Soul-Soul Fruit's unique ability, has almost understood how the virtual soul is generated Fundamental Change in this process, and how it breaks through its own limits and reshapes the core of Reiatsu.
It's a pity that whether it's the Hollow after Arrancar or Death after Hollowfication, they still can't fully master the other power. At best, it can only be regarded as a certain degree of strengthening.
For example, Espada and Zanpakuto are essentially still virtual cores sealed in the shape of a sword and released again when needed.
Although the overall strength has been greatly improved, just like Zanpakuto will bring higher Reiatsu and conversion efficiency to Death after Shikai and Bankai, it cannot be compared with the real Zanpakuto.
In comparison, Death's Hollowfication is slightly better, but the disadvantage is that if you want to obtain the complete ability of the virtual, you must first create a big virtual in the soul that is as strong as Death, and then defeat it and devour and fuse it, just like Ichigo Kurosaki did in the original plot.
With the terrifying energy currently stored in Allen's soul, he himself could not even imagine how terrifying the void could be created if the soul was split into two.
Even by the most conservative estimate, it will definitely surpass the strongest Vasto Lorde-class.
After all, no matter how powerful Hueco Mundo's Hollow is, it is impossible to capture and swallow tens of millions of souls.
"Oh, it's really troublesome. It seems I have to find another way. Otherwise, I might ruin the whole world." Allen glanced at Kaname Tosen, who had completed Hollowfication not far away, and sighed helplessly.
This was the first time he had a headache because of his huge potential.
Especially when it comes to splitting the soul, one might even replace the current main personality, just like Ichigo Kurosaki is completely controlled by White Ichigo in the body.
Therefore, you must be extra cautious before starting Hollowfication.
The only good thing is that Hollowfication is only a change on the soul level and does not involve the physical body.
This means that Allen does not need to worry about accidentally blowing up the "fragile planet" under his feet when he goes crazy.
At best, it will only destroy the spaces composed of souls and Reishi such as Hueco Mundo, Soul Society, and Hell.
Just when he was thinking about how to "safely" complete the Hollowfication process, Aizen suddenly came to him quietly, staring at the skull pattern on his forehead that had faded to the point of almost disappearing, and said meaningfully, "It seems that the side effects of Bankai are about to end."
"Yes! You must know that I paid a huge price to kill that old man." Allen deliberately pretended to be hurt.
He had long been mentally prepared for Aizen's true ability to see through his own Zanpakuto Bankai, so his reaction was very dull.
What's more, what is shown now is only part of it, and it doesn't matter even if the laws and weaknesses are mastered.
"That's why I gave you a position just below me as compensation, and even allowed you to choose three members of Espada as your direct subordinates. This is a privilege that even Yin and Dongxian have not received."
Perhaps it was because he had just conquered the original Hueco Mundo king, Balegang Lu Ethan, and captured Night Void Palace. Aizen seemed to be in a pretty good mood, and had already started to prepare for major construction projects to build this place into a huge palace complex worthy of his identity and status as the future lord of the three realms.
"I'm sorry. You should know that I'm not interested in those defective products."
Allen did not hide anything and directly expressed his contempt and disdain for the so-called "Arrancar" Wang Xu.
Compared to Death Zanpakuto, which has ever-changing abilities, the abilities of these guys are as primitive and rough as the fangs and claws of wild beasts.
"Defective product?"
Aizen raised his eyebrows in surprise, obviously not expecting that Arrancar, which he selected and manufactured, would eventually receive such a bad review.
Allen asked nonchalantly, "Isn't it true? Although these middle- and upper-level Daxu have acquired consciousness and self-awareness, they still maintain their original desire to devour their souls. The most important thing is that although the density of their souls has become stronger since Arrancar, their essence has not changed at all."
"So, in your eyes, Dongxian's Hollowfication is also a defective product?" Aizen glanced at the arrogant blind man not far away from the corner of his eye.
"Yes! Of course!" Allen nodded without hesitation. "In my opinion, there is no shortcut to truly break the boundary between Death and Hollow. The only way is to split one's own soul, turn one part into Death, and the other part into Hollow, and then fight with each other, and eventually one of them will devour the other. In other words, only the boy named Ichigo Kurosaki can truly combine the power of Death and Hollow."
"But have you ever thought about it, doing this requires taking huge risks. Once it fails, it means that the main personality will be instantly swallowed up by the sub-personality, and completely become another person." Aizen reminded with a playful look.
"Risk? As far as I know, risk is always proportional to benefit. In the pursuit of power, the more dangerous it is, the greater the improvement." Allen sneered and expressed his opinion.
If you want Hollowfication, Hollowfication it completely, otherwise just don't touch it at all.
If you use the power of Hogyoku to skip this process, the final result will only be inferior and defective products.
"That's it! I thought you were reluctant to come to me because you were still obsessed with the identity of Death. Now it seems that you are already considering whether to completely awaken your other self. But don't underestimate Hogyoku, its power is not just as simple as making defective products. To be precise, Hogyoku is actually closer to a key to the evolution of Infinity. If you really make a decision, I wouldn't mind helping you."
After saying this, Aizen left a look full of expectation, then turned around and walked towards the Night Void Palace's main hall.
Watching his retreating back, Allen pursed his lips and taunted in a voice that only he could hear. "You want to treat me as a Shiro rat? Stop dreaming! There is not only one way to complete Hollowfication."
With the last word blurted out, he turned around and left Night Void Palace, wandering alone in the extremely desolate world of Hueco Mundo, planning to hunt these big voids to create his own Hogyoku, a third Hogyoku form that was completely different from Kisuke Urahara and Aizen.
In about a week, more than sixty Gillians were hunted, and four Adjuchass were hunted. Their souls were compressed by the power of Soul-Soul Fruits into a light blue crystal, which looked not much different from the other two Hogyokus from a distance.
But only Allen himself knows that this thing is completely different from the Hogyoku in Aizen's hand. Even the most basic Reishi that forms its core is different.
Needless to say, Hogyoku created by Aizen has already been mentioned in Thousand-Year Blood War Arc. Its essence is Spirit King's Fingernail extracted from the soul of Rangiku Matsumoto, which eventually evolved into what it is now through constant feeding.
As for Hogyoku created by Kisuke Urahara, there is not much record of Soul Society Research and Development Bureau, but it is said that it should be extracted and condensed from a large number of souls.
This also means that the power of the first two Hogyoku comes from normal souls.
But what about Allen?
All its Reishi originate from the void, a spiritual creature that represents emptiness, nothingness and chaos.
Even from a distance, you can clearly feel the negative emotions contained in it.
Now all it takes is a strong enough will, and it will soon condense into a true Hogyoku.
And this consciousness requires at least one Vasto Lorde-class superior Daxu.
But it is a pity that all Hueco Mundo Daxu who can reach Vasto Lorde-class can be counted on two hands, and most of them have been recruited by Aizen to become Espada.
As for the rest, who knows where they are hidden.
"In the end, I really want to set my sights on the protagonist Ichigo Kurosaki..." Allen's eyes flashed with a strange light.
There is no doubt that the "White Ichigo" created by the superposition of many Death, Quincy and Ethereal souls in Ichigo Kurosaki's body has definitely reached the level of Vastod, and it is not difficult to obtain.
Thinking of this, he immediately opened the gap and rushed from Hueco Mundo to Human World.
On the other side, Aizen in the Night Void Palace undoubtedly noticed this, and a playful expression suddenly appeared on his originally calm face. "Interesting! Have you finally taken this step? Then let me see how your Hogyoku is different from mine."
"Captain Aizen, are you really okay with letting him do whatever he wants?" Gin Ichimaru asked with a smile.
Aizen waved his hand indifferently. "It doesn't matter! Although there is only one Truth, there are countless roads leading to it. And Allen just wants to make himself stronger and has no intention of betrayal. What reason do I have to stop it."
"But if he goes to Human World, it might mess up our plan, right?" Kaname Tosen frowned subconsciously.
"It's just a possibility. Don't forget, Allen got rid of the most difficult enemy Captain-Commander Yamamoto for us. Compared with this, I am more worried that Soul Society will take some action after discovering his traces. So... Nel Tu! Ulquiorra! You two immediately rushed to Allen and waited for his orders." Aizen quickly gave orders to the two current members of Espada.
"Yes!"
"Understood!"
Ulquiorra·Xifa and Nel Tu·Du Oudeshevank immediately knelt on one knee and saluted, then turned and disappeared deep into the Night Void Palace corridor.
After the two Espada members left completely, Aizen then ordered the remaining Arrancar: "Starting from tomorrow, sweep every corner of Hueco Mundo for me and remove all hidden Adjuchas and Vasto Lorde-class have been found, and I need to expand the army to prepare for the next plan. Remember! From now on, I am the supreme king of Hueco Mundo, and everyone must obey unconditionally."
His domineering and arrogant speech instantly caused strong dissatisfaction and resentment to appear on Bailegang Ruisenbang's face.
In this guy's opinion, having Death rule over Hueco Mundo is a slap in the face.
You must know that before Aizen arrived, he was Hueco Mundo's well-deserved king. He was an ancient void that existed in ancient times. His power to make all things age Decay makes even gods fear him.
But now, he has to kneel in front of Death to express his surrender!
What a shame!
But unfortunately, Bailegang himself has already won Kyoka Suigetsu's perfect Hypnosis. Before finding a way to crack it, he can't pose any threat to Aizen at all. He can only choose to endure it temporarily in order to make a comeback.
But he didn't know that Aizen, who was good at playing with people's hearts, had already seen everything, and was even looking forward to the moment when he took action, just like he had Gin Ichimaru by his side.