Takashi Kosuda

Takashi Kosuda (小須田 崇, Kosuda Takashi) is a former captain of the 6th division, who left soul society for unknown reasons and is currently living in the human world. He was also the former 3rd Seat of the 2nd Division and Corps Commander of the Onmitsukidō's Interrogation Force Unit. He is an accomplished shinigami captain in his own right, well known through out the Soul Society for his bravery and skills; was considered to be one of the most powerful captains alive during his tenure. He is also a student of former 6th division captain Byakuya Kuchiki.

Appearance
Takashi is a tall, lean-built man, with short brown hair, and crimson colored eyes. He is shown wearing dark colors most of the time, as his current standard attire consists of a black shirt, grey pants, with a grey jacket, and black shoes. During his time as a captain he used to wear the standard shinigami shihakusho and over it used to wear a white captain’s haori.

Personality
Takashi is charismatic with an affable demeanor. Known for his cleaver wit and great sense of humor. He is very easy to talk to and is the type of person that can make friends with anyone, and, if not friendship, then he can at least gain their respect. Shinji can easily assumes any leadership position given to him, as he was once the captain of the 6th division and also former corps commander of the Onmitsukidō's Interrogation Force, he has also in the past had participated in various field mission and has lead several shinigami teams into battle, as a squad leader.

He holds great concern for his team members and his friends and is willing to do whatever it takes to rescue them from harm or dangerous situations. Takashi can become very angry when his friends are in danger or if they get injured, blaming himself if something goes wrong during a mission. He is also willing to sacrifice things that are important to him in order to save his friends or loved ones. Takashi also believes that as a shnigami it is his duty to find any people who are in need of help or saving. Takashi is portrayed to being quite fond of female company, as seen from his romantic relationship with his current partner, and lover Touko Sonozaki.

Despite his easy going attitude, Takashi can be a formidable opponent; he is shown to be calm, intelligent, and analytical. He can come up with quick strategies when facing an opponent in battle, and will most of the time figure out a way to defeat his opponent, through logical decisions and proper battle tactics. Even if an opponent proves to be stronger than him, he will usually stay calm and figure out a way to defeat them with the most effective methods. He is also known as a great interrogation’s expert as he is able to use his skills to get important or confidential information and also intimidate the enemy, as shown during his time as the commanding officer of the Onmitsukidō's Interrogation Force Unit. Though he does not condone the use of torture on any living being, he will use excessive force if it’s necessary to get important information or if someone threatens the people he cares for. And in very extreme cases he has shown that he is even willing to commit murder for the greater good, he will even at times eliminate possible dangers or threats to soul society, showing how much he is still dedicated to soul society. These are only the dark sides of his personality and nowadays he rarely shows them unless in extreme or dire situations.