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Discover the charismatic Shinji Hirako with this Ichibansho figurine from the Stirring Souls Vol. 4 collection. Produced by Banpresto and Bandai Spirits, this figurine, measuring approximately 25 cm, depicts the captain of the Fifth Division in a relaxed yet vigilant pose, true to his unpredictable temperament and his major role in the Bleach universe.
Shinji is depicted standing, his body slightly tilted, with one hand resting near his sword. His confident smile and sidelong glance convey the character’s characteristic irony, as he often conceals his true intentions behind a deliberately nonchalant demeanour.
The sculpture captures his blonde bowl cut, his black Shinigami uniform and the white haori worn by the captains of the Gotei 13. The contrast between the different layers of clothing, the wide sleeves and the folds of the fabric adds volume to the silhouette, whilst his Zanpakutō naturally completes the composition.
Part of the MASTERLISE range, this figurine features an imposing size, accurate proportions and a detailed finish. The volume of Shinji’s outfit, his facial expression and his calm posture are all crafted to create a particularly striking presence in a display case.
Crafted from PVC and supplied pre-painted, this static figurine can be displayed alongside Sōsuke Aizen and the other characters from the Stirring Souls Vol. 4 series. Its 25 cm size makes it a centrepiece for a collection dedicated to the captains, the Visored or the Thousand-Year Blood War arc.
Manufacturer: Banpresto / Bandai Spirits
Licence: Bleach
Character: Shinji Hirako
Affiliations: Gotei 13 and Visored
Rank: Captain of the Fifth Division
Collection: Ichibansho
Series: Stirring Souls Vol. 4
Sculpture range: MASTERLISE
Product type: Pre-painted collectable figurine
Height: Approx. 25 cm
Pose: Standing in a relaxed and confident stance
Outfit: Black shihakushō and white captain’s haori
Weapon depicted: Zanpakutō Sakanade
Main material: PVC
Finish: Pre-painted figurine
Display stand: Included depending on packaging
Main colours: Black, white, blonde, brown and beige
Packaging: Illustrated cardboard box
Sub-category: Ichibansho
EAN code: 4573102723932
Supplier reference: IS72393
Shinji Hirako is the former captain of the Fifth Division of the Gotei 13. Observant and suspicious by nature, he quickly realises that his lieutenant, Sōsuke Aizen, is concealing his true intentions. However, this vigilance is not enough to prevent Aizen from using him, along with several other Shinigami, as a test subject for a Hollowmorphosis experiment.
Forced to flee the Soul Society, Shinji and the other victims become the Visored – Shinigami capable of manifesting a Hollow mask and temporarily harnessing the powers associated with it. Shinji naturally takes the lead of the group and later welcomes Ichigo Kurosaki to help him master his own inner Hollow.
His Zanpakutō is called Sakanade. When he releases his Shikai, a distinctive odour disrupts his opponent’s perceptions and reverses directions: left and right, up and down, front and back, as well as the direction from which attacks come. This ability turns the fight into a veritable sensory trap, which Shinji exploits with his knack for provocation.
Following Aizen’s defeat, Shinji rejoins the Gotei 13 and resumes his post as Captain of the Fifth Division. He then takes part in the defence of Soul Society during the Thousand-Year Blood War, where his experience with Hollows and his illusion techniques make him a fighter who is as dangerous as he is unpredictable.
The serene pose of this figurine perfectly reflects this personality: Shinji rarely seems to take a situation seriously, but his smile and relaxed demeanour conceal an experienced captain capable of completely disorienting his opponents.