Rukia Kuchiki is the Shinigami who transferred her powers to Ichigo which triggers the very start of this entire series. She is a Shinigami of 13th Division under captain Ukitake Jyuushiro. A cool tempered and knowledgeable female warrior. The series started on a faithful night in Karakura Town when Ichigo’s house was assaulted by a Hollow. Rukia was severely injured whilst protecting Ichigo and offered to transfer her Shinigami powers to him. Since then, Rukia takes shelter in Ichigo’s house for recuperation and acts as a guide to Ichigo.