Thread:Kenji Hiroshi/@comment-18812574-20180608090640/@comment-2182964-20180608092320

I've already hinted that Hisagi refused to accept a Captaincy role by not taking the proficiency test. He served as an acting-Captain from the end of Dawn of the Coven until Sajin took over, but insisted on remaining a Lieutenant. Might be from loyalty to Tosen, might be out of respect for Kensei. I'm leaning towards the former.

That said, how about this?

We could say the two competed for the post. Given Hisagi's history with the 9th Division however, not to mention experience leading Seireitei Communication, Hein was promoted ahead of him. Possibly as a way of curbing the hoodlum? Hisagi is confident in his position and can swiftly take the reigns should Komamura be needed elsewhere, so there's a case for keeping him where he is.