First Division

The First Division is one of the Gotei 13, headed by Captain Yuki Tsunayashiro.

Organization
Under Captain Yuki Tsunayashiro, the 1st Division followed the traditional organization of a Gotei 13 Division.

Special Duties
No special duties have been noted for the 1st Division. The First Division is ranked highest among the 13 Divisions. Even subordinate members of the First Division are considered model Shinigami. Emergencies must be dealt with swiftly; quick decisions and quick actions are essential. The division is able to ascertain a situation and mobilize quickly even before an order is issued. That is the true value of the First Division.

Barracks
Like all the other barracks, the 1st Division Barracks house the offices and living quarters of the Shinigami of the 1st Division. In addition, due to the 1st Division being the division of the Captain-Commander, the barracks hosts the assembly hall where the captains gather for their meeting.

Directly underneath the division's barracks lies the Central Great Underground Prison.

Recruitment
As his leadership unites the Gotei 13, Captain Yuki Tsunayashiro seeks out soldiers who can serve as an example for every other division. Therefore, being assigned to the 1st Division is a great honor.

Recruitment Fair 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.

Shinigami Women's Association Aptitude Test
According to the Shinigami Women's Association aptitude test, those who consider themselves "leaders" are best suited for the this division as Captain Yuki is a captain's captain and serving under her means that leadership skills are learnt from the very best.