Tatsuki's Journal

There's nothing like a good camp away from all the negative energy and training. This was a first for me, taking my students out on a trip in the mountains but, I enjoyed it. Strangely, most of the students were diligent, I had expected otherwise. Well, I guess I should be proud of them! Although I had some training in, I feel as if I've neglected my Shinigami duties somewhat, not to forget meeting with everyone else.

Anyone up for anything?

Just two days ago, I was called by Yama-sensei. I can't believe that so much time has gone by, firstly and that this journal still works. It's been quite some time... I wonder how the others are, were they called too?

I guess this journal will be needing some cleaning up, I've changed since High School ended after all!
Mayuri-senpai seems to be in good spirits, I haven't seen Keigo in the last week though... Ichigo and Orihime seemed to have disappeared, that baka Ichigo.

Anyone into KoF? I just got it!

The assignment's over and everything seems to be back to normal. As much as I enjoyed building a sand castle... being back on campus is... homely, I guess..?

I've changed my training schedule slightly. Waking up earlier in the morning, in order to welcome a bit more studying. Theory is surprisingly useful, once you get the practical side of things down, that is.

Mayuri-senpai is back.No, I never missed him at ALL It was different with him gone, peaceful even. The current score is:

Tatsuki=1, Mayuri-senpai=1

I'll make that:

Tatsuki=2, Mayuri=1

I thought that this assignment would be a break from training but, I ended up training when I got here anyways. I guess that I can't really escape it. Training at dawn, the waves, the soft sand...

As for the sand castles, which I have never really built before, Isane and I built one together. It was fun, even if it seems strange to say so. I'm not sure what we were supposed to learn from this experience exactly but, I had fun socialising with others and training on the beach was a different experience for me.

Yes, it was fun.

An assignment is coming up, time to work again! I'm glad. Between training and sorting my thoughts, I think that a trip to the beach may not be so bad...

Is it weird that I'm wondering about a swimsuit?

How much time has gone by? Since my arrival, my decision to become Shinigami, training under a sensei... Have I been observing the flow of time or have I ignored it? Either way, a lot has happened.

I wonder where 'Hime is too, haven't seen her around. Apparently, Ishida is here as well.

I should stop thinking and try to do something different. I wonder what I can do...

How strange, with Mayuri-senpai gone.. how should I put it? It feels strange. If he's not occupied with an assignment then, he'd be bothering me.Not that I miss having him around or anything.
It seems like I'm close to achieving what I've wanted in my training. I can't wait!

I will do my best!

This assignment hasn't been too disappointing, I'm glad. We managed to come across a Hollow and terminate it. Well... effectively kill it. Hiyori performed well, as strong as I thought she was. I can't wait for more Hollow fights and spars. It seems that only one Hollow battle has had this effect on me.. I'm concerned if any more battles come my way... I'm having fun. I just wish that can get to Shinigami already!

We are here! I can't believe it! I was waiting for this and now, it is here! My match up wasn't too bad either. Hiyori seems to be quite strong, so a great partner to have indeed. I wonder what the other match ups are? More than that, when are the Hollows arriving?

It's that time again! Assignment! I am really glad that we have an assignment like this. The partner idea doesn't seem to bead either. I wonder who I'll end up with?

Mayuri-senpai really is an interesting person. I can't believe that he is like that. Oh well, I shouldn't laugh about it too much, wouldn't want him to be upset.
I met the new student, Isane. She is very polite. Sadly, she is another Kidou user (rather specialist).

* sigh *
I really need to get that book from Hanatarou and work on that Kidou...

I feel really happy right now. Hopefully it's not one of those 'the calm before the storm' situations. I have not had the chance to speak to certain students a while back and now, I have. I'm not sure why but, it is always a good feeling to speak to them again. Surprisingly, my training seems to be reacting to this. Almost as if my reiatsu has a life of it's own

I managed to speak to Mayuri-senpai and as usual, he wanted results. I was surprised by his answer. It seems that I have a lot more to learn about the effects of my training.
Matsumoto Rangiku is a very friendly person. I get the feeling that I have met her before, though I may be imagining things. I hope to spar with her some time.
Hanatarou seemed to have gone missing, I have no idea where he'd leave to but, I am glad that he is back. We have a spar lined up some time and I even had he offer of getting my injuries healed! Considering the amount of spars lined up, I may need to see him often.... especially where Kidou is concerned.

I won't say much about my training,with my.. sensei(s), only that it is going well.

I am enjoying it, of course.

So the report card is out. I'm not particularly impressed with the result, since it's pretty similar to my last one. I realise that this means I'll have to work harder... Have I not been working hard enough thus far?

I never thought that there would be someone similar to Mayuri-senpai at this school but, Akon seems to be. He is an interesting person.

( PRIVATE )

There are many strange things in this world. How do we determine just what is supposed to happen or not? Rather, how do you understand it?

( PRIVATE )

I found the trip to the Onsen quite relaxing. I had an idea that it would be that way. The little break from training has been quite refreshing and I feel prepared for the new assignments that may occur. The students have once again increased, which means more people to meet.
I have spoken to Ulquiorra.... talk about a tough nut to crack... not to mention that HUGE stick... he is very different, quite honest. I think that Kuchiki Byakuya should meet him, they would have a lot to talk about.

This new assignment seems interesting. Onsen, huh? I won't be surprised if anything fun strange happens. I guess I'll just relax a bit before my training...

The 'sensei-search', as I have dubbed it, is over. I have found two great fighters who can oversee my training. I hope for the best!

I have met more students as my stay at Bleach Academy moves on. It is always nice to see news students arrive, their potential as fighters is always welcome in my book. I have not met the new student... or Uryuuu Ishida for that matter. Time certainly goes by... Too much training, I guess.

This week has been very... inconsistent. I did not feel well and my training was very strange. My training has improved and I'm not getting those weird head aches anymore. I wonder if it was the little break that I took?

I met Yoruichi san? briefly and she seems to be a very interesting person. She is very strong too, I can tell.

After my meditation, I had an idea . I would like someone to oversee my training. Someone who has years of experience, patience, power and a tough training plan. This might help me to become stronger as a fighter and just maybe, unlock my other abilities.

I think that I mentioned a while back that 'Mayuri-senpai is a tough nut to crack'. How true that is. Many people ask me what I see in him but, that's another story, I guess. Mayuri-senpai really needs to analyse the situation more. I think that he is only going to cause trouble if he doesn't.

I was thinking... maybe I need an alternative to my fighting and training. I really enjoy what I do but, my current state is not good for training. I wonder if anyone (besides Mayuri-senai this time) has suggestions. I'll probably end up choosing something on my own though...

I really need to get used to this. The training schedule that I have been working on has been doing strange things for me. It HAS worked but, I don't really feel like myself lately.I wonder if it has anything to do with the conversation Orihime and I had.

I took a break from training. I can't believe that I did but, I guess it would worry everyone if I didn't. In the evening, my meditation period has been extended and the study period for Soul Society history has been temporarily shortened. It was not very easy to change my schedule but, I guess it's for the better. Not that I want to feel ill...

Oh, I hate Kidou. I thank Nemu for that. Our fight has only made me stronger, or I would like to believe that. She is a good fighter and maybe we'll spar in the near future.

( PRIVATE to Nemu )