5th Division (Silver Ace)

The Fifth Division (五番隊, gobantai), also known as Squad 5, is one of the thirteen divisions of the Gotei 13. Its headed by Captain Ren Takeuchi.

Organization
The 5th Division follows the traditional organization of a Gotei 13 Division.

Special Duties
Although no special duties have been noted for the Fifth Division they are arguably the most well-balanced unit comprising the Gotei 13. During Sōsuke Aizen's tenure the members where all trained by him; a captain who excelled at everything, including battle readiness. This was carried forward into recent years thus making the Fifth Division a well-balanced fighting force well-suited for training new recruits from the Shino Academy.

Barracks
Like all the other barracks, the Fifth Division Barracks house the offices and living quarters of the Shinigami of the Fifth. While a captain, Sōsuke Aizen's room in the barrack was on the second floor. In contrast, Shinji's room, while he was a captain was on the first floor and, notably, contained a turn-table. Ren's room is situated on the second floor.

Recruitment
The 5th division has been raised to have a gentle atmosphere, where every member gets along well with one another. The division is also said to excel at nurturing soldiers of immense talent.

The following questions and answers were printed in the Seireitei Communication shortly after Ren was was appointed Captain.

Ren Takeuchi

1. What kind of individuals are you seeking?

No one special.

2. How would you describe the atmosphere around your division?

Its fun. We all get along well with each other. Some pranks will be played on others.

3. What do you require of new recruits?

The determination to fight for the squad and those that call it home.

4. Some words for the Shinigami recruits.

Do your best to protect something you love.

Momo Hinamori

1. What kind of individuals are you seeking?

Enthusiastic people.

2. How would you describe the atmosphere around your division?

The captain is gone and there are still a lot of days when I have to stay in bed, but essentially it's a very peaceful division with a wonderful atmosphere.

3. What do you require of new recruits?

People who wouldn't betray anyone...

4. Some words for the Shinigami recruits.

Let's protect the 5th Division together!