Why is rukia so small

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Shepherd to the stars in the dark. Where you walk, my dearest friend, fate shall surely follow. Rukia has a strong fondness for rabbits. A very strong fondness. In fact, Ichigo has had to call her out in the past for being too obsessed with Rabbits to the point of being distracted from the actual work they were supposed to be doing. For her part, while Rukia adores rabbits, one thing she does not adore is people pointing out her rabbit-themed obsession.

In fact, the Shinigami tends to get very defensive when she finds anyone remarking on the strangeness of her hobby of collecting rabbit-themed toys. Rukia has seen a thing or two during her long life. One of the most traumatic incidents from her past life had to do with her mentor, Kaien Shiba. Rukia worshipped Kaien, who taught her how to fight the hollows. But one time, an experimentally designed hollow managed to infect Kaien. Rukia had no choice but to kill Kaien. This necessary action haunted Rukia for decades until she had the chance to apologize to Kaien's family.

This managed to bring her some form of closure. Rukia is shown to wield extraordinary control over her body, which is part of what makes her such a powerful warrior and so effective against the hollows. For one of her techniques, she is able to reduce her body to such low temperatures that she technically becomes dead for the duration of the technique.

During this time, Rukia moves by using her Reiatsu to control her movements. She also keeps her nerve cells active so her death does not become permanent. One thing that fans love about Rukia is the grace with which she fights. This is not a coincidence but something that she has worked long and hard to learn.

Rukia's fighting style is inspired by Chinese water and ribbon dancing. Rukia's activation commands are also dance-based, which add another layer of grace and fluidity to her movements while in combat.

Noticing the pillow next to her is warm, she believes Byakuya was recently there. She wakes up due to a commotion outside. Concerned about Ichigo, she tries to leave the barracks. She suggests Ichigo is the only one who can stop Kariya since they carry similar burdens. Trying to cheer up Orihime, she says Ichigo will definitely win. After Ichigo's victory, Rukia is taken back to the Kuchiki Manor to recover. She is visited by Ichigo and Renji, recalling how her life changed when she went to Karakura Town.

She stays in Soul Society as the others return to the Human World. Upon arrival, Rukia, greeting a stunned Ichigo, assaults him. She forces Ichigo to apologize to Orihime for not being able to protect her. Orihime, thanking them both, welcomes Rukia back. Rukia accompanies Ichigo to the Kurosaki Clinic, where she is greeted by an excited Kon.

Stomping on him, she bickers with Ichigo. After Ichigo shoos away the eavesdropping Yuzu and Isshin, Rukia, stating his family has kept its charm, watches as the other members of Hitsugaya's team enter the room.

As they explain to Ichigo why they are there, Rukia assists with some drawings, throwing them at Ichigo when he criticizes them. Rukia using her Shikai against Di Roy. Counting six of them on her Denreishinki , Rukia, expressing surprise at their numbers, deduces they are combing the town, intent on killing anyone with spiritual power.

Rukia passes Sado halfway there. She expresses her happiness at his safety, but he runs past her. When he states he told him to step aside, she, ordering him to do likewise, leaves her Gigai, saying he runs the risk of losing control again if things go bad so soon after his previous fight.

She tells Ichigo that Urahara's Gigai was responsible for her powers never returning, and she has recovered. Shortly after, Grimmjow confronts Ichigo and Rukia. However, Grimmjow impales her with his hand. Rukia, stating she healed incredibly fast, thanks Orihime, noting her skills have improved.

When Ichigo asks how she is, Rukia tells him not to blame himself for her injuries. She suggests he ask Urahara about his inner Hollow. The following day, Isshin and Yuzu ask her if she has seen Ichigo, and she goes in search of him. At the Urahara Shop, Rukia encounters an upset Orihime leaving the store.

Rukia is angered to hear that Urahara told her to stay out of the battle, insisting it is not right for her to be cast aside so easily. She tells Orihime, who is worried about being in the way in battle, that the ones who get in the way are those who lack resolve, not power. She states if any one of those who came to rescue her were not there, she would not be here today. As she says they should look for a way for her to help in the battle, Hiyori Sarugaki , appearing, takes Orihime away, leaving Rukia to wonder who she was.

Rukia later finds Orihime leaving the Visored 's hideout. When Orihime tries to explain, Rukia tells her she felt a bit of Ichigo's Reiatsu when she arrived, and is content he is safe. Rukia and Orihime travel to Soul Society , where she asks Captain Ukitake to open the training grounds behind the Division's headquarters. The pair spend a month training. Ukitake orders her to head to the Senkaimon in front of the Division headquarters.

Rukia tells Orihime she cannot accompany her, reminding the Human she would end up in the Dangai if she entered a Senkaimon. As she rushes to the Senkaimon, Rukia wonders why the Espada are attacking so soon. Rukia trying to free Ichigo after freezing Grimmjow. Rukia arrives in Karakura Town to find Ichigo losing in a battle against Grimmjow. Ichigo comments on her power, prompting Rukia to state he was using a reckless power himself.

Grimmjow, breaking free from the ice, grabs her head and charges a Cero. That night at Ichigo's house, Rukia is unable to connect to Soul Society with her Denreishinki due to spiritual interference. She wonders who Hachigen and his comrades are, as well as what power Ichigo is trying to acquire. As she ponders the Arrancar's sudden retreat from battle, she decides to go outside to cool her head. She finds Karin and Yuzu outside the door, who ask if it is alright to have dinner with Ichigo.

She tells the girls Ichigo would enjoy that. The next day, Rukia is present when Hitsugaya's team, filtering through the interference, contacts Soul Society. They learn from Ukitake that Orihime was taken by the Arrancar.

Captain-Commander Yamamoto orders them to return to Soul Society. Rukia, accusing him of abandoning Orihime, states she cannot obey the order to return. As Yamamoto states he expected as much, Captains Byakuya and Kenpachi arrive via a Senkaimon to force them to return. Soon after, she leaves with the others through the Senkaimon.

He allows them to return to the Human World. Rukia and Renji arrive in Hueco Mundo. Urahara opens a Garganta for Rukia and Renji, and, shortly after arriving in Hueco Mundo, they rescue Ichigo and his group from Runuganga 's attack.

She asks why he did not have faith in them, saying they immediately planned to come back to help rescue Orihime. As the group travels towards Las Noches , Rukia reveals Byakuya, allowing them to do as they pleased, and gave them cloaks to protect them in Hueco Mundo's desert. They introduce themselves, and Ichigo tells her they are Hollows. Upon reaching the walls of Las Noches, Rukia notes it is not made of Sekkiseki , so Renji and Ichigo break through it.

Upon arriving at a crossroads, Rukia proposes they split up, insisting she did not come to Hueco Mundo to be protected by Ichigo, and telling him not to worry about her.

After Renji leads them in a chant about their safe return, the group splits up. She hurries in the direction of his fading Reiatsu, intent on helping him. However, she finds herself under a blue sky, which confuses her. The 9th Espada , Aaroniero Arruruerie , appearing behind her, leads her inside his palace.

When he removes his mask, Rukia is shocked to see the face of Kaien Shiba. Rukia fights Aaroniero , who is disguised as Kaien. Rukia asks if he really is Kaien, reminding herself she killed Kaien. Aaroniero, convincing her that he is Kaien, says he is alive and has taken the place of an Espada. However, when Rukia approaches him, Aaroniero attacks her. Rukia states she would do so, but she must rescue Orihime first. When Aaroniero tries to manipulate her into killing her friends, Rukia, enraged, demands he stop shaming Kaien's memory, insisting Kaien was not like him, Rukia begins to fight him.

Throughout their battle, Rukia hesitates, troubled by the thought of fighting her mentor. However, remembering Aaroniero has been avoiding sunlight, she exposes his true form.

Activating Third Dance, Shirafune , she kills Aaroniero. Later, the 7th Espada, Zommari Rureaux , arrives to finish her off, [] however, Byakuya Kuchiki , appearing, challenges Zommari. When Rukia wakes up, she is surprised to see 4th Division members there.

She is also surprised to see Byakuya is injured, but he insists that she lie there until she is fully healed.

She and Ichigo go to fight them. Finding it odd that more than fifty Hollows have appeared all at once, they split up to fight them. After learning Ichigo encountered someone in a Gigai, Rukia goes to Urahara's store to ask about it, but Urahara is not there, and the others refuse to tell her anything. After Rurichiyo is attacked by an assassin, Rukia and Ichigo, arriving on the scene, engage the assassin, who manages to temporarily immobilize their weapons.

She uses her Shikai in response to his speed and long range attacks. When Amagai realizes Rukia and Ichigo have good intentions, he decides to help them in their mission to save Rurichiyo. Rukia engages in battle with Rangiku.

The three find Rurichiyo being held hostage by Kumoi, but are unable to fight him, as he threatens to kill her. Captain Amagai, appearing, kills Kumoi and takes Rurichiyo with him, to the complete surprise of those present. Rukia battles Rudbornn Chelute 's Calaveras. Rukia comes to Ichigo's aid at the five towers at the center of Las Noches.

Freezing Rudbornn Chelute 's arm as he tries to attack Ichigo, she tells him to hurry and rescue Orihime. At this time, Rukia notices the battle between Ichigo and Ulquiorra Cifer above her.

Rudbornn is knocked out of the way by Yammy Llargo , who bursts through a nearby wall. Yammy confronts Rukia, Sado, and Renji. As Rukia wonders if Ichigo defeated Ulquiorra, an enraged Yammy, cursing the fact that they are all he has to fight, increases in size, causing his jacket to tear and revealing his Espada tattoo. Renji tells Rukia and Sado that together they can defeat Yammy, as he is only the 10th Espada. As he towers over them, Yammy reveals he is the 0 Espada, much to the trio's shock.

After Renji and Sado are defeated, Rukia is caught by Yammy, but Ichigo, intervening, prevents the Espada from finishing her. Ichigo, moving her to safety, begins to battle Yammy. She watches Ichigo as he fights, wondering what happened to Ichigo above the dome.

Rukia notes his eyes do not look like those of someone victorious in battle or about to cut down his enemy. After seeing Ichigo's attack on Yammy, she realizes his Hollow mask has changed from its previous form. Her arm is in a sling as they greet Ichigo. When he suddenly collapses, Rukia, along with the rest of the group, runs towards Ichigo as he screams in pain.

A month later, Rukia and Ichigo's other friends are present in his bedroom when he wakes up. Rukia tells Ichigo how long he had been unconscious for, and that Urahara revealed he has lost his Shinigami powers. Rukia further explains the stages of losing his powers, with the first stage bringing intense pain, unconsciousness, and a reversal of the time Ichigo's body spent in the Dangai. With his Shinigami powers gone, the second stage sees his Reiatsu stabilizing and him awakening before his remaining spiritual power completely disappears.

At Ichigo's request, the group goes outside. As it becomes harder for Ichigo to see her, Rukia knows this is farewell. Mocking Ichigo's sad face, she states she will still be able to see him, much to his displeasure.

Disappearing from Ichigo's sight completely, Rukia leaves through a Senkaimon as Ichigo, bidding farewell, thanks her. Later on, Rukia, going back to Seireitei to find Byakuya, finds Renji, who tells her Byakuya's status and whereabouts are still unknown.

Soon after, Sode no Shirayuki attacks Rukia again. After Ichigo tries to protect her, Rukia binds Sode no Shirayuki and tries to kill herself along with Sode no Shirayuki in order to "set her free". Sode no Shirayuki, who tries to reach out for her, is stopped by Muramasa. Rukia is taken to the 4th Division barracks to recover from her battle. She apologizes to Ichigo for going off alone.

When Ichigo questions her reasons for doing so, Rukia says she has a bad feeling about the situation with Byakuya.

Later, with Renji's permission, Rukia, searching Byakuya's office for a clue, falls asleep at his desk. She awakens to find the 6th Division barracks has been attacked by her brother. Byakuya does not answer her questions, and Senbonzakura gives her the remains of Sode no Shirayuki. As Byakuya tells her to stay away from him, Senbonzakura attacks her. Renji, arriving, protects Rukia. He tries to place Byakuya under arrest, but Byakuya defeats him.

Rukia pleads with Byakuya to put an end to his betrayal, but to no avail. Later, she talks with Ukitake about Byakuya. Muramasa grabs Rukia. Relieved her brother is not a traitor, Rukia joins Ichigo in fighting off dozens of Gillian-class Menos released from Muramasa's body. As the number of Hollows increases, Muramasa's unstable power reabsorbs the Hollows, resulting in him transforming into a Hollow. He transforms again, becoming a giant dome which continues to grow, attracting more Hollows and gradually opening a huge Garganta.

When Rukia is overpowered by them, she is saved by Senbonzakura and Sode no Shirayuki. Hoping to stop this problem quickly, Rukia, Sode no Shirayuki, and Senbonzakura search for them. After the latter plan fails, Rukia talks with Sode no Shirayuki, who admits to how weak and foolish she feels for falling to Muramasa's control.

Rukia assures her spirit she has always been of great help and importance to her. While initially overpowered, Rukia and Sode no Shirayuki, combining their powers to subdue it, have it delivered to Mayuri for analysis. As Sode no Shirayuki agrees, Rukia states she thought it was all over back then. She inquires what her master means, prompting Rukia to recall when Senbonzakura handed her back Sode no Shirayuki's broken katana.

As Rukia reveals she felt suffocated when she saw her broken form, Sode no Shirayuki apologizes for her master's suffering. She states Mayuri reversed the damage, as they successfully regenerated her previously destroyed form. Rukia states she is suspicious of Mayuri's methods, but is eternally grateful for him saving her. Sometime later, Rukia returns to the Human World, and Urahara tells her and Ichigo that a high school girl possessing a small pink bear charm was attacked.

Rukia and Ichigo later arrive at an area where another high school girl was just attacked. Upon closer inspection, they notice that the girl who was attacked was carrying a pink bear charm as well. She tells Ichigo that it was detected somewhere near Karakura High School, which surprises him. At the end of the incident, Rukia erases Mai's memories. Rukia sends a message about this to the Shinigami Research and Development Institute.

Later, Rukia reveals to Urahara that she received urgent orders to appear before the S. However, they are forced to run when it inexplicably regenerates. When they exit the Dangai, they are separated when Ichigo falls to the ground. After Ichigo is apprehended, Rukia breaks him out from his cell and informs him they must escape through the Hakuto Gate in order to leave Seireitei.

As she reveals a time-gap has formed between the Human World and Soul Society, they are approached by Ikkaku and Renji. As Renji explains why Ichigo is being suspected, Rukia, starting to understand the mastermind's motives, faces off against Renji. When Rukia asks Renji why he is doing this, he states he is merely following orders. Taunting Rukia, he tells her if she does not fight, he cannot guarantee they will live. Rukia is saved by the timely intervention of Yoruichi, with whom she and Ichigo escape.

As they arrive at Yoruichi's hideout, she explains the concept of Reigai to her, stating it is highly likely someone from the 12th Division could be implicated in this. As this is happening, Rukia, noticing Ichigo's disappearance, vows to aid him in his infiltration of the Shinigami Research and Development Institute.

When they enter the S. Going to his computer, she realizes an order was given to apprehend the mysterious girl. Rukia asks Ichigo what they will do next, but berates him when he suggests returning to the Human World. Yoruichi, appearing beside them, tells them she will assist them in getting to the Senkaimon, despite the possibility the Reigai are guarding it.

As Rukia arrives alongside them, the Reigai, alerted to their presence, proceed to surround the pavilion. Rukia, charging at the Reigai, blocks a thrust from Renji's Shikai, pushing her back momentarily. As Ichigo returns to Rukia, they are surrounded by the fakes. Meanwhile, Yoruichi, revealing her trick to the Reigai, detonates her portable Gigai alongside Rukia's, and they attempt to use the diversion to escape through the Senkaimon.

As they run, Rukia berates Ichigo for screwing up on the timing for the Gigai. Before they are able to enter the Senkaimon, Yoruichi is thrown back by Byakuya, causing Rukia to look back in concern. As Yoruichi holds Byakuya and the other Reigai off, she tells Rukia and Ichigo to proceed through, as she can handle herself.

Rukia, emerging in the Human World, asks Orihime if she is alright. As Inaba prepares to fight against Ichigo, she comments upon the bizarre nature of his Reiatsu. While they are fighting, Rukia warns Ichigo not to over-exert himself, but he activates the powers of his Hollow mask.

After Ichigo is defeated by Inaba, she, raising her sword, protects him from Inaba. However, as the real versions of the Gotei 13 appear, Inaba is thrown off balance by Renji's sword.

Rukia places her sword to the Reigai's throat in an attempt to stop her. Later, while searching for Nozomi, Rukia is confronted by her Reigai counterpart. As a train roars above them, Rukia battles her Reigai. Stating the Reigai's skills are unparalleled and it has a greater fighting ability than her own, she wonders what she can do to defeat her.

When Reigai-Nemu joins the fight against Rukia, the real Nemu Kurotsuchi comes to her aid shortly thereafter, and Rukia concentrates on her Reigai. As they both attack each other with their Shikai, Rukia, defeated, falls into the river. After Ichigo goes missing and Sado suggests they go to Soul Society, Rukia and Renji tell him to trust in the captains' abilities. When asked about Mod Souls, Rukia, taking over, explains with her drawings.

Ichigo says it has been a while since she ruined things like that, but Kon encourages her to go on. Nozomi, popping in, says she sucks. Rukia is with Ichigo when he introduces Nozomi to his family, telling them she is Rukia's relative. Rukia asks why they are interested, but they do not reply. At his shop , Rukia asks Urahara about Nozomi. They wonder what Inaba wants with Nozomi. Rukia participates in a meeting in Ichigo's room, where she listens to Nanao Ise report on the situation in Soul Society.

With their help, Nozomi succeeds in releasing her Shikai. Despite their combined effort, the Reigai, easily brushing off their attacks, forces them back. Ultimately, she and Renji are pushed back to join their allies. In a desperate decision, everyone decides to rely on the Reishi-absorbing power of Nozomi's newly acquired Shikai.

They fire their attacks at her, allowing Nozomi to absorb it all and redirect it at the Reigai as an enormous blast, defeating them.

As Reigai-Byakuya prepares to finish them, Yamamoto, arriving, defeats the Reigai with a powerful blast of fire. After awakening, Rukia, showing her respect, bows before the powerful captain and explains the situation. Shortly afterwards, Inaba, arriving, engages Yamamoto.

Rukia joins Ichigo, Renji, and Kon in defending Nozomi. Inaba, laughing at the Shinigami's belief of understanding Nozomi's feelings, reveals he and Nozomi are actually the same being split in two. The three, attacking Inaba, are easily defeated. Later, Inaba has succeeded in capturing Nozomi, while the Shinigami forces in the Human World have all been greatly injured. Ichigo has lost the last of his powers, forcing everyone to regroup at Urahara's Shop. Before going, Urahara asks Rukia and the others to act as a diversion in the Dangai while he and Ichigo go through a different entrance.

Later, after succeeding in their mission, Rukia and the others return to Urahara's Shop. There, they grow impatient from not getting any news from Urahara and Ichigo.

Ultimately, Rukia and the others decide to go back to Soul Society with the now healed Shinigami. There, they learn Ichigo has regained his Reiatsu, but, growing unstable, has transformed into a Hollow again. They find him bound by a mysterious Shinigami. Before Yushima can strike down Ichigo, Rukia, rushing over, forces Yushima back. The man reveals he is a fusion of both Nozomi and Inaba, and, by extension, has all their respective powers. Despite Rukia and the others' combined effort, Yushima quickly defeats them.

As Yushima moves to kill Rukia, the Hollowfied Ichigo blocks the attack with his body. Following the attack, Ichigo returns to normal, albeit deprived of his Reiatsu again. Rukia fends off Yushima long enough for her friends to join her.

While succeeding in restraining Yushima long enough to use the technique, Yushima counters with a " Hajokuri " spell, dispelling the attack and subduing his enemies again. As Yushima prepares for victory, Nozomi's essence, emerging, restrains Yushima. Ichigo tries to reach Nozomi again, but Yushima, regaining control, strikes at Ichigo, only to be blocked by Renji and Rukia. After they are knocked away, Reigai-Nemu appears with medicine to stabilize Yushima's fusion.

Before taking the medicine, Reigai-Nemu kicks Yushima aside, revealing itself to be Kon in the Reigai's body. Greatly disturbed by the sight, Rukia, removing Kon from the Reigai, places him back in his plushy.

Ichigo engages Yushima, fighting on even grounds with the resurrected opponent. Ultimately, Kon, unable to stand waiting on the sidelines, insists everyone should join the fight. Rukia starts the attack with a barrage of ice pillars, only for Yushima to absorb them.

While the group's attacks are ultimately defeated, they give Ichigo an opening to strike Yushima hard. After a final clash, Ichigo defeats Yushima. Soul Society is aware of Ichigo's involvement with Xcution members.

Shortly after Ichigo awakens his Fullbring , Rukia is ordered to observe him. Upon learning Ichigo has allied himself with the enemy, she denies he would ever do such a thing. She stabs Ichigo through the chest from behind, eventually materializing behind him so he can see her. Rukia's actions result in Ichigo once again acquiring Shinigami powers, which manifest in a new form. After greeting Ichigo, she kicks him in the face, and then proceeds to berate him for crying, saying he should be ashamed he became a coward while she was gone.

She states even though Tsukishima's ability is horrible, it does not matter, because it cannot change Ichigo's future, and the bonds he lost can be rebuilt.