Byakuya Kuchiki is one of the faces of Bleach, a stoic, powerful, and honorable Soul Reaper captain. Byakuya is the captain of Squad 6, with Renji Abarai as his lieutenanta key figure in the lives of Rukia Kuchiki and Ichigo Kurosaki. Byakuya is one of the most beloved characters in the Bleach fandom, renowned for his cool design and powers. Still, his amazing evolution throughout the story makes him stand out as one of Tite Kubo's best-written characters.