The Fifth Division (五番隊, gobantai), also known as Squad 5 in the English Dub, is one of the Gotei 13. The 5th division is headed by Lieutenant Momo Hinamori, as they currently have no captain.
Lily of the Valley(Sacrifice, Danger, Pure Love, Humility, Sweetness)
Division Color
Light Green
Organization
The 5th Division follows the traditional organization of a Gotei 13 Division. After the Defection of Sōsuke Aizen the Division is currently run by the next highest authority in the 5th Division, Lieutenant Momo Hinamori.
Special Duties
No special duties have been noted for the 5th Division. The members of this division are all highly skilled, having been trained by a captain who excels at everything, including battle readiness.
Barracks
5th Division Barracks
Like all the other barracks, the 5th Division Barracks house the offices and living quarters of the Shinigami of the 5th. 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.
Notable Members
Current
Momo Hinamori - Current Lieutenant of the 5th Division. She is currently the highest ranking officer and head of the 5th Division.
Former
Shinji Hirako - Former Captain of the 5th Division 100 years ago. (Exiled)
Sōsuke Aizen - Former Captain of the 5th Division prior to defecting from Soul Society. (Sealed)
Gin Ichimaru - Former Lieutenant and 3rd seat of the 5th Division prior to his promotion to captain of the Third Division. (Deceased)
Kaname Tōsen - Kaname started his career as a Shinigami in the 5th Division while Aizen was still a lieutenant. He lured him on his side during that time. Sometime after he was transferred onto the 9th Division, where he became its 5th Seat and eventually rose to captain's rank, but remained loyal only to Aizen. (Deceased)
Renji Abarai - Renji started his career as a Shinigami in the 5th Division under Captain Aizen. He was later transferred onto the 11th Division and then the 6th Division, where he became its lieutenant.
Izuru Kira - Izuru started his career as a Shinigami of the 5th Division under Captain Aizen. He was later transferred onto the 4th Division and then the 3rd Division, where he became its lieutenant.
Recruitment
The fifth 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.
Recruitment Fair Brochure
Ilustration for the 5th Division Recruitment Brochure
The following question and answer, plus illustration, was printed in the special issue of the Seireitei Communication that came out straight after the Ryoka Invasion of Soul Society. Sōsuke Aizen
No reply, as his whereabouts are unknown.
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!
Frank talk!! with the 8th Division lieutenant, Nanao Ise H... Hinamori-san, is your health better now? If you have any troubles or concerns or that sort of thing, you can talk to me any time, just ask for me! Let's read together again sometime.
Shinigami Women's Association Aptitude Test
According to the Shinigami Women's Association aptitude test, those who are intellectual, claiming that Shinigami who want to be both wise and skilled in the martial arts can do so by training under the captain, Sōsuke Aizen, who is both.
