Sea Knight Jinbe
"So this is... Fish-Man Island?"
Yamato murmured, his voice filled with amazement.
The island lay ahead, shimmering in the light, dreamlike and breathtakingly beautiful.
This is Fish-Man Island.
Located 10,000 meters below the surface, this is a dreamlike island, the home of mermaids and Fish-Man.
Although it is located in the deep sea, Fish-Man Island is not shrouded in darkness all year round.
The light transmitted down from the top of the Red Line through the roots of the Sun Tree Eve shines on Fish-Man Island, allowing this deep-sea island to be bathed in light. The Fish-Man and mermaids of Fish-Man Island can even experience day and night just like people at sea.
"Sun Tree Eve, it just seems so incredible no matter how you look at it."
As the Sirius approached Fish-Man Island, Law looked up through the glass and saw the light coming down from above.
Although gentle, it is intense; looking directly upwards can be dazzling.
"Sending sunlight to the seabed through roots?"
Maria agreed, saying, "It is indeed a very puzzling thing."
Tree roots aren't mirrors, so how can they reflect sunlight?
Furthermore, refraction also causes light loss, making this method of light transmission very unscientific.
But of course, this world has never been about science.
Perhaps Eve's leaves could absorb light, and then her roots could release that light?
Is that right?
"Enough with the nonsense, let's get to Fish-Man Island first." Jack didn't want to listen to his companions' ramblings; he only had one thing on his mind right now.
That means he should hurry and land on Fish-Man Island to see the place where his father and mother once lived, his hometown.
Sirius understood Jack's feelings perfectly. He waved his hand and said, "Black, speed up!"
The Sirius accelerated instantly and soon approached Fish-Man Island, or more precisely, the giant bubble surrounding Fish-Man Island.
Then, they moved around the bubble, and soon they arrived at the main gate of Fish-Man Island.
In fact, this is the proper way to enter the country. The method used by the Straw Hat Crew in the original work, which involves directly passing through the bubble, would be too dangerous without the protagonist's plot armor; they wouldn't have enough lives to survive that way.
The bubbles on Fish-Man Island are divided into several layers.
The first layer that enters from the sea is air, and upon contact with the air, the coating adhering to the ship's hull begins to disintegrate.
Then these ships will encounter the second layer, which is also a layer of seawater. People who cannot breathe underwater will immediately face certain death, provided they do not fall to their deaths the moment they emerge from the water.
Fish-Man Island is one of only two passages between Paradise and the New World, although those who have the means will naturally choose the safer route through Mary Geoise.
However, such people are only a tiny minority; most people still choose to take the Fish-Man Island route.
So it means that Fish-Man Island is very lively.
When the Sirius arrived at the gates of Fish-Man Island, there were already many ships waiting to enter.
The ships, encased in expanding bubbles, were strung together like pearls floating in the deep sea, creating a truly beautiful sight.
"We still have to wait in line."
Page One sighed.
"Let's just barge in!"
Ulti didn't have that patience. "We're pirates! When have pirates ever been so rule-abiding!"
"I don't think I need it anymore."
Sirius said with a smile.
The ships that were originally in front began to disperse and make way for each other.
They fled as if they were refugees, completely abandoning their attempt to land on Fish-Man Island, and scattered in all directions.
Similar screams echoed from these ships.
"It's the Sirius Pirates!!"
Why are Black Wolf's crew here?!
Are they finally going back to the New World?
Why are we the ones who are so unlucky?!
"Run! Don't get involved with this group!"
There's no way around it, the Sirius is just too special. Its design is unique enough, not to mention that among the many ships in the water, it is the only one without a coating.
Once it appears and is exposed to people's sight, its identity can no longer be hidden.
Whether they were merchants, pirates, or anyone else, once they realized that the people coming were the Sirius Pirates, they could only flee in terror.
"It seems our reputation still has some use after all," Sirius laughed heartily.
At least we don't have to queue anymore.
The Sirius moved forward and soon arrived at the entrance gate to Fish-Man Island.
Inside the massive metal gate is a membrane, which can be seen from the outside to be filled with air. Below it is a river that extends inward along the huge metal passage.
At this moment, the Fish-Man Island soldiers guarding the gate were on high alert, their faces filled with terror as they watched the approaching metal ship.
This is the Pirate Emperor, Black Wolf's crew!
If you offend them even slightly, the entire Fish-Man Island will face annihilation immediately.
Seeing that these people hadn't made a move, a sound came from the large metal ship.
"What are you waiting for? Process our immigration paperwork."
If my identity is exposed, this place will be in big trouble.
The immigration officials then realized what was happening and quickly guided Sirius and the others through the procedures.
It's called a formality, but there's really nothing to it; it's just registering your identity.
This is quite normal. Since the beginning of the Great Pirate Era, most of those who have come to Fish-Man Island have been quite skilled. If Fish-Man Island had too many requirements, it would cause a lot of trouble.
Then, under the respectful guidance of immigration officials, the Sirius passed through the membrane layer inside the gate and landed on the river inside.
Follow the river forward, and you'll arrive at the port.
Many ships were already anchored here, and unsurprisingly, when the Sirius arrived that day, it immediately caused a major disturbance.
Those at the port who recognized Sirius and his gang began to flee again.
"We look kind of scary."
On the deck of the Sirius, Yamato laughed heartily.
"Those guys don't care,"
Jack just looked around excitedly, "Is this Fish-Man Island?"
Although only a small portion is visible now, even that small portion reveals its extraordinary beauty.
Everywhere you look, there are beautiful views that you can't see from the sea.
"Finally, we're here," Jack murmured.
Sirius smiled.
I remember the first day we met, I said I wanted to come back to Fish-Man Island, and now my wish has finally come true.
So, where should we start our tour?
Yamato looked around Yamato, "This island is huge! It would be so nice to have a guide!"
"If you don't mind, please let me show you around Fish-Man Island."
A deep, resonant voice rang out, Sirius looked up at the shore.
A tall, blue-skinned, round-looking man stood on the shore.
He pursed his lips tightly, his eyes very serious.
"Oh, Jinbe, the Sea Knight, it would be wonderful if you were willing to help."