He yells the phrase Be as the wave, become my Shield, Be as lightning, become my blade and behold the Sougyo No Kotowari. This is the infamous Sougyo No Kotowari sword carried by Captain Ukitake Juushirou, 13th Division Captain, in the world famous Bleach Anime Manga. The Sougyo No Kotowari features a twin sword identical to each other with a metal chain strap connected to the hilt of each sword handle. Five short metal rectangular plaques dangle off the chain strap from their ends. The handle is wrapped in red cord for full grip which is then followed by the metal guard. The guard is a Dragon design. From the Guard is the partially covered blade which attach to the Carbon Steel blade. This blade is very unique because it carries a regular style blade with another short blade that prongs out and arcs backwards almost to the guard. The blade is also a two tone, black and silver. This item is yet another Bleach Anime sword you can add to your collection. Specifications: Overall Length: 38 inch Blade Length: 20 inch Blade Material: Carbon Steel Handle Length: 10.5 inch Small Blade Length: 11 inch Item Includes: Two Sougyo No Kotowari Sword linked with a Chain