Such Powerful Conqueror's Haki
On the ice continent created by Haku!
Haku and Shanks locked eyes, their fighting spirit already like an arrow released from a bow, poised to be unleashed.
"Hey! Luffy! One of these two is Shanks, whom you most want to catch up with, and the other is your brother. Aren't you really going to stop them?" Usopp asked Luffy quietly, watching the battle about to break out ahead.
Luffy laughed and said, "It's no use. Those two are bound to clash sooner or later! It's better to deal with them now than to be at odds later."
"Luffy is right, so this battle is inevitable. I wonder who will win?" Law said calmly, standing on the ship's railing.
"Hey! What are you still doing here?! When did you get on the ship?" Usopp complained to Law.
Law did not answer Usopp's question!
His attention was now drawn to what lay ahead; he wanted to use the battle before him to understand how much his strength differed from that of Top-Tier Powerhouse.
"They're here!" Zoro exclaimed, sensing something keenly.
As the two locked eyes, Haku looked at Shanks and said, "I'm really looking forward to it. I wonder how my domineering Haki compares to yours?"
Shanks smiled faintly, but his eyes flashed with an undeniable fighting spirit. He gently patted the sword "Griffon" at his waist, a silent response and a sign of respect for Haku's strength.
"Haku, your growth rate is indeed astonishing, but the path to Haki lies not only in the strength of your body, but also in the depth of your mind and your understanding of battle. Today, let us use our swords as the medium and our Haki as the guide to have a proper contest."
As soon as they finished speaking, their auras instantly surged to their peak, the surrounding air seemed to freeze, and even the sea breeze seemed to stop. The audience involuntarily slowed their breathing, holding their breath in anticipation of this epic showdown.
As Shanks finished speaking, almost simultaneously, a dazzling red light erupted from the eyes of both Haku and Red-Haired Shanks!
That was a sign of the full release of Conqueror's Haki! This power is the unique aura of King, capable of intimidating people and even making surrounding creatures and objects feel an indescribable pressure.
The two individuals' Conqueror's Haki clashed fiercely in mid-air, creating an invisible shockwave that spread outwards from them. The icy continent cracked and shattered under the impact of this force, as if even the millennia-old ice layer created by Haku using Hyōrinmaru could not withstand the pressure of this Haki.
The surrounding audience, including Luffy, Usopp, Law, and Zoro, were all deeply moved.
And Luffy and Zoro, who both possess Conqueror's Haki, had their Conqueror's Haki activated!
Although they were at a safe distance, the Conqueror's Haki that erupted between Haku and Shanks was still enough to knock out the weaker members of Luffy and Shanks' crew!
Luffy and his crew are alright!
Before the Conqueror's Haki wave could reach them, Luffy and Zoro simultaneously used their own activated Conqueror's Haki to block the attack!
So, no one on their ship fainted.
However, the new crew members on the Red Force didn't receive such good treatment.
After all, Shanks's forte is Conqueror's Haki. As long as he is the captain, the crew will have to endure the torment of their captain's Conqueror's Haki!
To allow their new recruits to adapt to Shanks' Conqueror's Haki as quickly as possible, Ben Beckman, Yasopp, and the others on the Red Force will not intervene to stop them!
"Seriously! Was Shanks' Conqueror's Haki that strong this time? None of the newcomers could withstand it? It seems Haku has a Conqueror's Haki that's no less powerful than his!" Lucci said, eating a piece of meat while looking at Shanks.
"A powerful figure who can take down Big Mom and still be alive and kicking against the World Government. Do you think that guy's potential as a king is inferior to Shanks'?" Ben Beckman said.
"Haha! It's true! I'd be satisfied if my son could learn even a move or two from that guy," Yasopp said with a sigh.
"You're getting a good deal and still acting innocent! Don't you know your son's bounty is almost catching up to yours? Don't you know?" Lucci complained to Yasopp.
"Oh! It's true. Should I try harder now?"
They keep saying they'll work hard, but all you can see is that barely suppressed smirk.
The clash of Conqueror's Haki between Haku and Red-Haired Shanks didn't last long, but it was enough for everyone present to deeply appreciate the difference in strength between Top-Tier Powerhouse.
Both of them simultaneously withdrew their Conqueror's Haki, but the fighting spirit in their eyes burned even brighter, clearly indicating that the real battle had only just begun.
"Such powerful Conqueror's Haki!" Haku couldn't help but exclaim. He knew that although he had grown rapidly, he was still somewhat lacking in the application of Haki compared to veteran powerhouses like Red-Haired Shanks.
Red-Haired Shanks smiled slightly. He admired Haku's personality and strength, but he also knew that this battle was a rare opportunity for him to hone his skills. "Haku, your Conqueror's Haki isn't bad either, but today, let me show you what true Haki is!"
After saying that, Red-Haired Shanks moved swiftly, appearing in front of Haku like a ghost. His "Griffon" sword flashed, aiming straight for Haku's vitals. Haku was not to be outdone; he quickly drew his Zanpakuto and Red-Haired Shanks in a fierce sword duel.
With swords flashing like silk, the duel between Haku Red-Haired Shanks quickly escalated into a visual and sensory feast.
The two moved swiftly and precisely, each clash of their swords accompanied by a deafening metallic clang, as if even the air itself was being torn apart by the fierce battle.
Haku's Zanpakuto gleamed with a cold light, and every swing embodied his profound understanding of combat.
He skillfully utilizes his strength and technique, pushing each strike to its limit, striving to find a perfect balance between speed and power.
As for Shanks, the Red-Haired Shanks, as a veteran warrior who has been through many battles, his swordsmanship is even more superb. The "Griffon" in his hand is also one of the Twelve Supreme Swordsmen, and it seems to be an extension of his body. Wherever the tip of the sword points, nothing can be destroyed.
Shanks not only a master swordsman, but also adept at spotting his opponent's weaknesses. Every time he uses his Haki to unleash his Kamunagi, he can always force Haku back at crucial moments.
This shows that the strength of this Four Emperors is terrifyingly extraordinary, otherwise he wouldn't have been able to achieve this during the Marineford War.