Shoiki Tribes

It is a well-documented fact that the Outlands of the Soul Society, beyond the walls of the Rukongai, are a wild and unrefined place, filled with oddities and dangers that most would find unreasonably difficult to live among. It is only natural, then, that those who have managed to eke out a life in these lands would be equally wild and unrefined, and the Shoiki are a variety of soul which could certainly be called an “oddity” in any reasonable sense.

The Shoiki are most immediately recognizable by two things; their extreme height (whether tall or short), and their horns. Both of these factors are what earned them the name Shoiki to begin with, meaning “Savage Field Demon.” (野夷鬼) While these traits are universal among the Shoiki, anything beyond this varies from tribe to tribe, as their cultural distinctions create a rather impressive array of people.


○ Suika Tribe: The tribe most synonymous with the Shoiki in the minds of many, to the point that their tribal name has become commonly attributed to any Shoiki regardless of tribe. This is due chiefly to the Suika tribe’s residence within the Rukongai’s furthest districts, rather than in the Outlands, leading them to be the only tribe which many in Soul Society know anything about. The Suika are rowdy, enjoying a life of violence and hard drinking, though are also known for a near-universal jovial nature and exuberance.

○ Zendan Tribe: A tribe which lives in the mountains outside of Soul Society, the Zendan are a name only familiar to some nobles and higher ranked members of the Gotei. Masters of mining and digging, the Zendan tribe has become a trusted source of Sekkiseki for the Gotei, a bond which has been furthered in recent years due to agreements with the Captain Commander ensuring their support and security. They are simple people, who tend to enjoy hard labor and hard drink, and are known for their complex tattoos, which are applied in a near-ritualistic manner and may take years, if not decades, to see completion.

○ Koga Tribe: The Koga were at one time considered one of the most impressive warrior tribes among the Shoiki, with extensive mastery of martial forms. However, this proved to create tension with other tribes, and as of now, the Koga are no longer present in the Outlands.


○ Suika Tribe:
Suika Ibiki: Chief of the Suika Tribe. Former Captain Commander of the Gotei United.
Suika Shuten: Younger sister of Suika Ibiki. 4th Seat of the Gotei United’s 5th Division.
Suika Kalara: 10th Seat in the Gotei United's 8th Division.

○ Koga Tribe:
Koga Kazuya: Last male heir to the Koga tribe. Architect in service of the Gotei United.
Koga Ojo: Last female heir to the Koga tribe. Member of the Gotei United's 5th Division.

○ Zendan Tribe:
Kuchiki Kokoro: Daughter of the Zendan tribe's chief, born to Shihoin Chishiki. 3rd Seat of the Gotei United's 6th Division.