The Dragon Roars, Hachinosu's Shocking Opening!

Hachinosu

Dark clouds churned high in the sky, and the sea breeze carried a strong, fishy smell.

In the center of the island, a massive skull-shaped building stands like the Grim Reaper, its empty eye sockets facing the sea, casting a menacing shadow that blankets the entire coastline.

On the shore defense line, Ochoku sat upright on a high platform, wearing a dark red captain's coat, his silver hair dancing wildly in the sea breeze, his eyes deep and sinister.

Ochoku, a member of the Rocks Pirates and the founder of the Pirate Cult.

His gaze pierced through the waves and sea mist—a large naval Warship was cutting through the waves and approaching, and three figures were clearly visible on its bow:

--Admiral Candidate Gion, the fiery-covered Fire Fist Ace, and a young brat wearing Marine Cap and exuding an imposing aura.

Standing beside Ochoku were his two most capable subordinates.

First Mate "Iron Turtle" Rumba: Zoan, Turtle-Turtle Fruit, Ancient Zoan, Giant Armored Turtle Form

-- Bounty of 860 million.

His arms were crossed, his muscles bulging like steel cables, and his carapace was as thick and hard as a giant mountain.

The tortoise shell reflected a cold light, and a grin revealed gleaming white fangs. "You barely hinted at wanting to become one of the Four Emperors, and the Navy already caught up with you?"

"Ah—good timing!"

His eyes gleamed with a primal Beast -like excitement and fighting spirit, his voice rough. "We're not afraid... after all, our captain is a member of the Rocks Pirates!!"

Battle Captain "Shockwave" Hawk: Paramecia Devil Fruit User, Impact Fruit.

-- Bounty of 830 million.

He leaned lazily against a wooden post on the bank, yet seemed to harbor an undercurrent that could erupt at any moment.

The fingertips gently tapped the wooden stake, each tap accompanied by a barely perceptible vibration, and tiny cracks quietly appeared on the surface of the wood, as if it would crumble at any moment.

Hawk looked up at the sea, a cold smile playing on his lips, "The lookout has confirmed..."

"Leading the group at the bow is Admiral Candidate, Vice Admiral for Gion, and Rear Admiral 'Fire Fist' Ace..."

His gaze lingered on the boy in the Marine Cap, a hint of disdain flashing in his eyes. "And there's another nameless brat."

He slowly raised one hand, his palm clenching in mid-air. The next instant, a transparent Shockwave rippled outwards, silently shattering the sand and gravel beneath his feet.

"Heh... Even if Roy is coming from the other side, we won't be afraid."

"Not to mention, a mere female Admiral Candidate, plus two young juniors."

As he said this, he clenched his fist, and a deep "hum" suddenly came from the air. The wooden stake under his feet was instantly shaken into countless wood chips. The Impact force went straight to the ground and stirred up a circle of fine dust.

Hawk watched the approaching Warships in the distance, his laughter low and chilling. "The Navy... aren't they underestimating us a bit too much?!"

At this moment, Ochoku stood up, his hands behind his back, his dark red overcoat Hunting Roar in the sea breeze.

He surveyed his subordinates, his eyes sharp as knives, his voice deep and authoritative: "Wait for them to approach—"

"Let them land, give them a chance to say their last words."

A cruel smile slowly crept onto his lips, "Perfect, use them to establish our authority and solidify our status as one of the Four Emperors!"

"Oh--Oh--Oh--!"

The entire Pirate erupted in cheers!

Swords were drawn, guns were loaded, cannons were turned, and waves of killing intent soared into the sky with roars!

Along the coastline, black Pirate flags fluttered wildly in the wind, as if foreshadowing an impending bloody storm.

Large Marine warships are cutting through the waves.

On the high platform, Ochoku stood with his hands behind his back, his dark red overcoat Hunting Roar in the sea breeze, his eyes gleaming with arrogant ambition.

He had already rehearsed it countless times in his mind--

The Marine warships slowly approached, and the soldiers lined up and marched out, then...

When they saw the terrifying fighting power of Hachinosu, their faces showed expressions of shock and fear!

As for Ochoku, all he needs to do is stand here and unleash the aura of "the remnants of Rocks and the future Four Emperors," and Gion's expression will change, and she will even feel fear.

Just as Ochoku was immersed in his fantasy--

"Captain! The other side!!"

Rumba, standing beside him, suddenly reached out and grabbed his arm, his voice unusually panicked.

Coming to his senses, Ochoku frowned, his tone impatient. "Rumba! You're going to be the vice-emperor of the Four Emperors in the future, what kind of behavior is this, all flustered and in such a state?"

Rumba practically yelled, "But they have... they have a dragon on the other side!!"

"Dragon? What dragon?!"

Ochoku instinctively turned around, and the next second his pupils contracted sharply.

Above the Marine warship, Pink Dragon over 500 meters long had appeared, seemingly out of nowhere!

The dragon's shadow blotted out the sky, its massive body coiled above the bow of the ship, its enormous head lowered, its eyes burning with intense fighting spirit.

Those eyes were locked onto Hachinosu, like looking down at prey waiting to be devoured, and a terrifying energy was gathering in their mouths!

Ochoku froze for half a second, then murmured, "Dragon? Kaido--??"

But the next moment, his expression changed drastically. "Wait a minute! Kaido's dragon is blue-green... this one is pink?!"

High in the sky, the Pink Dragon Luffy roared with its head held high. Deep within its throat, terrifying energy was rapidly gathering, and the air itself was distorted by a deep rumble.

"Dragon Breath!!"

"Boom!!"

The next instant, a dazzling pink beam of light shot out from the dragon's mouth, heading straight for the coastline of Hachinosu!

"Defend!!" Ochoku roared, his soul nearly leaving his body.

Hawk reacted the fastest, his fists crackling with Armament Haki as he charged up and unleashed a powerful punch:

"Impact - Shock!!"

The transparent Shockwave, like a giant hammer piercing the air, hurtled towards the Dragon Breath.

At the same time, Rumba roared, his body rapidly expanding into the form of a ten-meter-tall Ancient Zoan, the Giant Armored Turtle Form, its thick shell, as thick as a city wall, blocking the high platform.

"Bang--!"

Hawk's Shockwave was no match for the Dragon Breath and was instantly crushed!

The pink beam of light slammed into Rumba's tortoise shell, and the intense energy exploded, sending up Shockwave that swept up flames and debris!

"Ahhh--!"

The Shockwave and intense heat instantly engulfed the entire defensive line. A large number of Pirates didn't even have time to scream before they were reduced to ashes by the Dragon Breath's breath.

The coastline was razed to the ground, flames soared into the sky, and black smoke rose straight into the clouds!

Ochoku stood behind the tortoise shell, his dark red coat billowing wildly in the heat.

His eyes reflected the Pink Dragon circling in the air, and the utterly destroyed coastal defenses.

"What the hell... what kind of monster is this?!"

"When did the Navy get something like this?!"

The surviving Pirates crawled out of the ruins and flames, their faces filled with terror. "A dragon... a dragon!!"

"Is that Kaido?!"

"Bullshit! Kaido's is blue-green! This one is pink!!"

High in the sky, Luffy twisted his massive dragon body, laughing excitedly, "Hahaha! This is so awesome!!"

"Ace! Gion- neechan! Let's just charge in!!"

Ochoku's face was ashen, and he roared in uncontrollable fury, "Everyone—!"

"Kill that pink-skinned worm first!!"