Shunsui Kyoraku is Nanao's uncle, not just her captain. Shunsui honors his late brother and sister-in-law with mementos. Shunsui likely kept Nanao close to protect her, his only family.

Shunsui Kyoraku and Juushirou Ukitake are two powerful and wise captains of the Gotei 13 who share a deep bond. The duo disagreed with Rukia's execution, faced Head Captain Yamamoto, and aided ...