Velyne Nightshade (ヴェリンナイチェツド, Verin Naicheddo) is a rogue shinigami, formerly the leader of Trinity Roaring Tigers, who is currently trying to find a place where he may join or help. He used to be partners with the new leader of Trinity Roaring Tigers, Howaito Shadou. He is currently wandering around looking for where he can grow. Velyne is currently the 7th Division Captain of the The Gotei 13, in the Sizaeon Clan. Velyne was considered a prodigy when he was young.