This guide shows how to draw Retsu Unohana, one of the captains from Bleach. The process includes 24 steps that focus on building her calm expression, flowing robes, and confident stance.
Character Focus: Retsu Unohana
- Hair: long and black, neatly braided down the front of her body.
- Eyes: calm and clear blue.
- Outfit: standard captain’s shihakushō with an obi belt instead of the usual sash.
- Pose: elegant and composed, holding her Zanpakutō near the shoulder.
- Zanpakutō: carried with a long string rather than a traditional waist sash.
Retsu Unohana, formerly known as Yachiru Unohana, served as the captain of the Fourth Division in the Gotei 13 and was once the first Kenpachi. Her character stands out for her dual nature — a serene healer and a fearsome warrior. This mix of calm poise and hidden intensity makes her one of the most striking figures to draw from the Bleach universe.
Once you finish this drawing, I suggest you to check another Retsu Unohana guide which is about her bankai and regular version.
How the 24-Step Drawing Guide Works
- Red Color: shows the lines added in the current step.
- Black Color: keeps all previous lines.
- Grey Color: forms the basic sketch for proportions and balance.
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