How to get Shikai in Type Soul

The Shikai forms substantially boost your character’s performance through their powerful movesets and weapons. Like Bankai, you must achieve a few prerequisites to obtain it, and we’re here to help by showing you how to unlock Shikai in Type Soul. 

How to unlock Shikai in Type Soul

Soul Reapers can get Shikai when defeating the boss in the Shikai World at Grade 2. If you still need to reach this rank, check out our best Division guide to get there quickly. Once you’ve conquered this challenge, it’s time to open the realm to the Shikai World through meditation. 

To unlock the Shikai World, you need to meditate. Find a safe spot, like your Division’s home base, and meditate four times. Each session lasts about five minutes and ends with your character standing up. After the fourth interval, a flash of light will transport you to the Shikai World. 

Shikai Worlds vary depending on the playthrough, where you can sometimes end up in a calming ocean or sandy desert. The Shikai should be close, so talk to them to get one step closer to a new power. Keep pressing on the character and selecting the dialogue points until the fight begins. 

How to defeat Shikai boss in Type Soul

Defeating the Shikai in Type Soul is not just about brute force, it’s about strategy. Unleash Critical hits to daze the opponent and utilize other special abilities from the hotbar. You can also step away from the boss with Flash Step and initiate the attack when you have a clear shot. There’s no shame in running away when the Shikai swings their sword, as a few hits can prove fatal. 

If you are eliminated during the match, you’ll still have another chance afterward. Return to the Shikai World by meditating once again. This time, it won’t require four sessions since it will now transport you instantly. However, the catch is that it will take around nine minutes to open again.  

Once you’ve eliminated the Shikai, you’ll be transported back to your realm with a newfound power. Press the ‘J’ button to wield this unique ability. To learn more about the technique, check out our Shikai tier list to unlock more robust talents.