The Gotei 13 (護廷十三隊, Goteijūsantai), known previously as the Six Directions and the Blades of Night's Veil, is an organization of Shinigami and Yousojin active throughout the Reikai. They stand opposed to the Imawashī, Kikkashō and Averian's Espada whilst replacing the Gotei Remnant in function. They are allied with the Jōren and strive for the complete protection of both the Reikai and World of the Living. Kentaro Hiroshi serves as the organization's Captain-Commander (総隊長, Sōtaichō).