, also known as the , is a secret squad composed of former captains who are charged with protecting the , his family, and his residence, the . Each member has created something for the Soul Society and were acknowledged by the Soul King as significant people who played a part in making history. The light novels would reveal that Squad Zero's true loyalties are to the Soul Society's noble houses and their real purpose is containing the Soul King and maintain the status quo by any means. The division's flower is the Daphne odora-meaning "glory".