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The Soul Society of Italy or otherwise known as Chiaro (鮮やか, Ayazaka; Literally Clarity/Pure) is a society of shinigami associated with Italy. It's culture differs greatly from the Soul Society of Japan, most notably the unique shihakushō they wear.

The military force of Chiaro, the Corte del Re (王者朝, Ōjachō; Italian for "King's Court"; Japanese for "King's Reign") are the personal military force of the King and protect Chiaro with pride.

Overview
Similar to it's rivaling plane; the Soul Society of Japan in several aspects, the major difference is the progression of technology. Chiaro has evolved at a rate slower then the World of the Living but has remained progressive nonetheless. The Souls that reside within Chiaro live in the 72 Districts of the Cross (クロスの七十二地区, Jūjika no nana jūni chiku). Chiaro is split between classes; the poor dwelling in the higher districts and the rich and nobles living up in the top ten districts. The King resides in the highest level of Chiaro, described as the mythological district 0. Members of the King's Court also gain the ability to live in any district, making them the only ones that reside outside of the "caste system".

Around Chiaro resides a powerful Rune, the Chiaro variation of Kidō, that protects all 72 Districts and rejects anybody from entering. The use of a Senkaimon must be used to enter and exit, accordingly. The barrier is kept up by the 7th Battalion of the King's Court known as the Runic Division.

The Shinigami of Chiaro, referred to as Reapers in this realm, are greatly similar to the Shinigami of Japan. Both wield Zanpakutō although the array of weapons utilized by the King's Court is much larger than the common style Shinigami seal their Zanpakutō as.

King
The penultimate ruler of the Soul Society of Italy, the King resides in what people call the mythological district 0. His word is law and his rule has been referred to as unjust. Only one King has existed since the dawning of Chiaro, his name and identity being as elusive as the myth's regarding his whereabouts.

The King is guarded by a sect of Reapers not affiliated with the King's Court who also remain elusive in nature.

Noble House
Similar to, the Noble House is comprised of "judges"; beings who cast and rule in the name of the King who takes a backseat role in everything. The Nobles are aristocrats and high-class beings who aren't associated with actual warfare. They are the powerhouses and have control over 80% of the economy, effectively making it impossible for anyone who is not a Reaper to move up in society.

The Nobles meet once a month, casting judgement on all who have opposed the King's rule.

Head Reapers
Seven reapers hold the status of Head Reaper (主席死神, Shuseki Shinigami; Literally "Chief Soul Reaper"), taking the role of leading the seven battalions of the King's Court. They are seven of the strongest beings who protect Chiaro and have shown to have great power within the government. The Noble House holds the Head Reapers in high regard, believing them to be the purest of the "common folk".

Head Reapers normally have connections with a Noble family; although some cases have shown otherwise.

Behind the Scenes
The Soul Society of Italy, named Chiaro, is meant to serve as major character(s) in future stories by the author. The concept of their name reflects the "purity" of entering Chiaro, as death is believed to free one of their sins.