Chapter 2: Awakening in Hueco Mundo (Rewrite)

Days turned into weeks as Javier Mendiotza roamed the barren expanse of Hueco Mundo. His newfound strength grew with every encounter, his hunger for power and sating his emptiness fueling his determination. Each battle became a test for him, a stepping stone towards his ultimate goal - becoming a Vasto Lorde.

However, survival in this desolate realm was not without its challenges. Javier faced constant threats from other creatures lurking in the shadows. The lowest level of Menos Grande, Gillians. Towering amalgamations of hollows, posed a formidable obstacle to his progression.

One fateful day, as he journeyed deeper into the heart of Hueco Mundo, a colossal Gillian loomed before him. Its monstrous form sent tremors through the ground, its gaze fixated upon the intruder in the area surrounding.

Heart pounding with anticipation, Javier stood his ground, refusing to back down. The clash that followed was a symphony of swirling reiatsu and unleashed power. Javier analyzed the Menos Grande's movements, searching for its weaknesses. He found it quite slow, with ankles being an easy target. Eventually, with each exchange, he grew more proficient in looking for and exploiting openings, his strikes landing with greater precision.

After a grueling struggle, Javier's tenacity prevailed. He managed to weaken the Menos Grande, delivering a final, decisive blow to the mask that shattered the monstrosity. His triumph filled him with an intoxicating sense of accomplishment. He had overcome a significant obstacle on his path to becoming a Vasto Lorde.

Victorious but fatigued, Javier retreated to a secluded corner of Hueco Mundo to recuperate after eating what he could of the gillian. It was during this rest that he encountered a figure shrouded in shadows - a kind hollow, yet wise and battle-hardened.

The mentor, intrigued by Javier's display of power and resilience, emerged from the darkness. It spoke with a gravelly voice, their words laced with both caution and admiration. The mentor recognized Javier's potential, the untapped well of strength within him, one that could potentially do what it could not.

With the mentor's arrival, Javier's journey took an unexpected turn. He became a student, eager to absorb every ounce of knowledge and discipline his mentor had to offer. The mentor's teachings revealed the intricacies of hollow evolution, the hidden secrets of Hueco Mundo, and the elusive path to Vasto Lorde.

Under the mentor's guidance, Javier's training intensified. He honed his combat skills, refining his techniques and pushing the limits of his own power. The mentor provided valuable insights into the nature of hollow reiatsu, the manipulation of spiritual energy, and the significance of hollow masks.

As Javier delved deeper into his training, he began to recognize the duality within himself. He embraced his hollow nature, drawing strength from it, yet struggled to maintain his own identity amidst the relentless pursuit of power.

But the mentor, wise and perceptive, guided him through the internal conflicts. They emphasized the importance of balance, urging Javier to retain his individuality while embracing his hollow instincts. The mentor's lessons became not only a means to become a Vasto Lorde but a path to self-discovery and acceptance.

Days turned into months as Javier trained ceaselessly, his bond with the mentor deepening. With each passing day, he felt a profound transformation taking place within his being. He was no longer just a hollow - he was a force to be reckoned with compared to other hollows, a potential harbinger of change in the realms of both Hueco Mundo and the Soul Society.