He does not rampage like an infernal blaze. Instead, the fear that constantly consumes him from within serves as fuel to his pent-up fury. Yet, whenever what he cherishes is threatened, whenever he enters battle with an enemy of the Soul Society, his composure and amicability inevitably wear off. He pushes himself to the breaking point, with nary a moment of respite.

So that he toils for hours, days on end, meditates, studies, trains. Unsure whether he is worthy of ever being a Captain of the Gotei 13, whether he is strong enough to keep peace. Upon closer inspection he is revealed to be sombre, brooding, self-deprecating. The rigid adherence to rules he prides himself in, as well as his determination to protect the Soul Society, stem from his past experiences. His usual demeanour in public is merely the surface. However, there is a darker side to his person.

He remains calm under most circumstances, peaceful and focussed in the event he is drawn into a heated discussion so that his disposition might help moderate those possesed of a shorter temper. Respectful to his peers and superiors, strict but understanding to his subordinates, polite to everyone. He treats his obligations as a Shinigami in an extremely serious manner. His Lieutenant's badge is usually strapped on his right arm.Дutiful and driven, Teruo is a lawful man of nigh unwavering resolve. He wears a rather form-fitting variant of the regular ShihakushЕЌ with its left sleeve completely removed. Furthermore, whilst his right eye is hazel, the other one is a peculiar pale blue in colour.

A portion of his relatively short, spiky black hair is grey on the left side. The loss of pigment affects other parts of his body as well. While he has a naturally medium complexion he seems to suffer from vitiligo, with a number of severely depigmented patches on the left side of his face and his left arm. Teruo is a tall, fairly lean-built young man with a toned physique and an oval face.

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