"Shunpo is, in essence, a form of rapid movement. At the same time, it is also a method of attack and evasion."
"Since time is limited, what I'll teach you today is how to 'control' Shunpo."
"You must know by heart how much spiritual power to use and how far you can move with it."
"If an enemy is twenty meters away, you can use one Shunpo to rush in front of them and attack. Or, you can use the first Shunpo to lure out an opening, then use the second to precisely seize that opening and kill them in one strike."
After explaining the main applications of Shunpo to Tenkai Shusuke, Ailin had him practice directly, pointing out any shortcomings on the spot.
This instruction continued until evening.
"For this final night, I'll teach you Hakuda."
"Nearly seventy percent of a Soul Reaper's strength lies in their Zanpakuto."
"However, in certain special circumstances, when a Zanpakuto cannot be used or is not in hand, Hakuda is the final safeguard for a Soul Reaper's life."
"So, my instruction in Hakuda will be actual combat!"
"Whoosh..."
The sky of Hueco Mundo was forever a deep black. Only a crescent moon cast its light across the land, bringing illumination to Hueco Mundo.
Spending an additional three days on Tenkai Shusuke had delayed Ailin's search for the Forest of Menos.
However, knowing the location of the Hueco Mundo Expeditionary Force had also narrowed his search range somewhat.
He skillfully drew Kido patterns in the desert while beginning his chant.
"Kidō #58—Grasping Cicada!"
White light flared brilliantly. Then, as the range of Grasping Cicada spread, Ailin's perception caught countless Hollow spiritual pressures.
"Not here."
After finishing his investigation, Ailin shook his head and vanished instantly. The next second, his figure flashed in the