Kenpachi (剣八, Sword-Eight) is the title that is only given to the strongest Shinigami. According to Hanatarō Yamada, the name "Kenpachi" signifies one who loves to fight, who has slain more than any other Shinigami, and that one will never fall no matter how many times he is cut. It is an ironclad rule that there can be only one Kenpachi per generation, meaning that the predecessor must die for the killer to succeed the title. To inherit this title, the candidate must kill the current Kenpachi in battle.
Blade Specs:
Blade Length: 32"
Handle: 9"
Full Length: 41"
Weight: 3 LBS
Style: DISPLAY*
Blade Material: 440C Stainless Steel
*NONFUNCTIONAL DISPLAY ONLY
