One Piece: Lord of Calamity
Chapter 165

Bundle Them Up and Take Them Away! Overcome the Difficulties Together! Jaya Island!

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How did he know?

Fisherman Tom Fish-Man from Fish-Man Island, suppressed his guilt and carefully handed the stack of papers in his hand to the boy in front of him.

Tom knew, of course, what kind of monster this boy named Roa was.

A bounty of four billion! No one in the world is higher than him, not even Roger!

Even going back eight hundred years, in the long history of pirates, only Rocks had a bounty higher than his!

But what's most terrifying about this boy, whom even Roger called a calamity, isn't his strength.

Rather, it was his unbridled nature, his pleasure in human suffering!

But regardless of his strength and personality, how did he come to know about this blueprint, which had only been passed down among the most outstanding shipwrights of the Water 7 throughout history?

There's absolutely no reason for it; the information has never been leaked!

Tom couldn't understand it.

But no matter how confused he was, it didn't stop Roa from reaching out and taking the blueprint from his hand.

When Roa pulled the blueprint away, Tom subconsciously tightened his grip, though it was pointless.

This blueprint is a treasure passed down through generations of shipbuilders!

It was left behind to prevent anyone from using the ship that was completed in the Water 7 eight hundred years ago to do whatever they wanted. It was a backup plan left by the ancient shipwrights to counter the rampaging Ancient Weapon!

If this blueprint falls into the hands of a madman like Roa, it's impossible to predict what the world will become!

However, if this blueprint is not produced, the entire Water 7 will be destroyed again.

As Roa casually snatched the blueprints away, Tom closed his eyes in pain.

Thanks.

Roa picked up the blueprint with a grin and glanced at it briefly.

The paper is very old; you can tell at a glance that it has been through many years.

The cover of the drawing had one word written on it.

"Oh, Pluto"

Roa raised the corners of his mouth. "Master Tom, tell me, what kind of power does this weapon possess?"

Tom's body trembled.

This guy even recognizes me!

Did he already know that the blueprints for Pluton were on him?

What was he doing just now?

A test?

Thinking about this, Tom felt a chill run down his spine.

Thank goodness, thank goodness I didn't hesitate too much!

Otherwise, who knows what might happen!

Seeing that Tom didn't answer, Roa didn't care and continued to flip through the design drawings in his hand.

What comes into view is a dense array of text and numerous intricate and complex patterns.

This is truly "completely incomprehensible."

Roa shook his head helplessly.

Everyone has their own area of expertise; he's definitely not cut out to be a scientist.

"Judge!"

So, Roa turned around and shouted.

"I'm here! Boss! I'm here!"

During a break in his research Judge, who had come to watch the commotion, hurriedly ran over, looking expectantly at the blueprint in Roa's hand.

Is this blueprint all the boss wants?

Blueprints passed down from ancient times eight hundred years ago!

Having become familiar with the ancient technological data obtained from Ohara, Judge now clearly understands that during the Void Century, a period of highly advanced technology once existed in the world!

The science and technology of that time were probably far ahead of what we have today!

So, what exactly is recorded on this blueprint that makes the Boss take it so seriously?

"Have a look."

Roa casually tossed the Pluton Blueprints to Judge, saying, "See if it's real or fake."

While Tom most likely wouldn't dare deceive himself, isn't it better to be safe than sorry?

"Yes!"

Judge eagerly opened the blueprints and began to peruse them with almost greedy curiosity.

Just a few seconds later, Judge couldn't help but exclaim, "Boss! What is this? I've never even heard of many of these technologies before! Can weapons be designed like this?"

"So, it's true, right?"

Roa didn't directly answer Judge's surprised question, but simply raised an eyebrow and asked.

"It's absolutely impossible to fake!"

Judge replied without hesitation, "I've seen many of these technologies in the Ohara archives! Those ancient technologies are definitely not something an ordinary person could forge!"

"That's good."

Roa nodded in satisfaction.

Although I dare not even imagine the disastrous consequences that would result if the blueprints for Pluton fell into Roa's hands, what else can I say now?

Tom took a deep breath and said in a low voice, "Roa, you've gotten what you wanted. As a real man, you should keep your promise and leave here!"

Roa nodded in deep agreement, "Master Tom, you're right. I've gotten what I wanted, so it's indeed time for me to leave."

Tom's tense expression finally relaxed.

In that case, the future is uncertain, but at least Water 7 is safe.

But.

Roa then said, "Then come with me, shipwrights."

As soon as he finished speaking, Tom's expression changed, and the mayor and several company presidents beside him also changed their expressions drastically.

"Roa! What... what do you mean?"

Tom instinctively asked in a startled voice, "Didn't you already get what you wanted?"

"That's right."

Roa replied matter-of-factly, "I have indeed obtained the blueprints and the shipwright."

Tom then remembered that Roa had said from the beginning that he was looking for the shipwrights of Water 7!

So, it wasn't just about taking the blueprints?

That's right. Having blueprints isn't enough; he also needs the best shipwrights to help him build ships!

"No! Roa, no!"

Tom couldn't help but panic. "You can't do this! This island depends on shipbuilding for its livelihood! You've taken all the shipwrights with you!"

This island is doomed!

"Oh! I understand!"

Roa nodded knowingly. "So, Master Tom, you mean it's better to be finished now than to be finished sooner or later, right?"

"Well, it's not that I can't do it for you."

Tom's face froze instantly, then he screamed, "No! No!! I'll go with you!"

Only at this moment did he truly understand what Roger meant by saying that getting close to Roa would lead to misfortune.

"Excellent!"

Without further ado, Roa clapped his hands, "Well then, everyone, welcome to the Calamity Company!"

The shipwrights looked bewildered and helpless, unsure of what awaited them next.

No one had the right to object, and no one dared to object; all the shipwrights were escorted by the Clone soldiers onto the back of the Giant Snail.

Then, the people of Water 7 watched helplessly as the great fleet rumbled and disappeared into the horizon.

The mayor of the Water 7 stood blankly on the shore.

All the shipwrights were taken away, and the once-proud shipbuilding industry has now been completely cut off.

So, what should this city do?

There is no future here. Roa doesn't care what the future holds for Water 7.

He was concerned with something else.

Meanwhile, in the palace at the center of the departing Snail Fleet.

"Tell me about it,"

Roa leaned lazily against the throne, looking down at the crowd below, and slowly asked, "Is it possible to create one?"

His subordinates stood on either side, with Judge and Tom in the middle.

Behind the two were the top shipwrights of the Water 7, who were flipping through a stack of blueprints.

"This----

The shipwrights were somewhat skeptical. They considered themselves to be highly skilled, but when they looked through these blueprints, they felt a chill run down their spines.

How can there be ships with such complex structures in the world?

Are you sure you're not kidding?

At this moment, only an old shipwright with white hair spoke in a hoarse voice.

"Lord Roa, this blueprint has been circulating in our Water 7 for hundreds of years. Although our ancestors warned us not to study it, there have been attempts to replicate it."

He paused, then continued, "But we've never succeeded. The technology required by the blueprints is too complex, and the energy aspect is almost incomprehensible. Being able to replicate some weapons is already our limit."

Roa glanced at the old man and, judging from his words, it was he who had passed the blueprints to Tom.

"So,"

Roa looked at Judge and Tom, "Is that so?"

"Is that so!"

Tom nodded without hesitation, "Besides the fact that the technology is too complex and our skills are not up to par, there is another crucial factor: many of the materials and techniques recorded here have long been lost! Replicating them is simply out of the question."

Roa then looked at Judge.

Judge, however, wore a pleased expression. "Some lost techniques are recorded in the Ohara archives, but others are not."

"But Boss, I have some great news! The technology for the most crucial energy system is also recorded in those documents!"

"By comparing the two, I've started to get a clue!"

"I knew it, Judge, you definitely wouldn't let me down!"

Roa immediately grinned.

The Mother Flame created by Vegapunk in the original work was probably based on those records in the literature, right?

Oh dear, Lao Bei, you can't really be an archaeologist, can you?

Tom's eyes widened instantly.

Not good!

If they really manage to overcome these difficulties, "The energy sector is yours, Judge."

"Roa said."

Although Judge already has a heavy burden on his shoulders, there's no other way; the capable are always given more work, and the better days are yet to come.

"Yes, Boss!"

Judge nodded solemnly.

"Then,"

Roa looked at Tom and the others, "You guys will be in charge of replicating the weapons on that ship."

Energy is the heart, but for Pluton to truly unleash his power, he still needs his fist!

The weapon is your fist!

"If you encounter any technical difficulties, Judge,"

Roa could only look at Judge again, "Could you please help me again?"

"Yes!"

Judge, whose eye sockets were somewhat dark, nodded again without hesitation.

His hardworking attitude moved even Roa Ya.

Therefore, Roa said solemnly, "However, other research progress should not be halted because of this."

"Yes, Boss!"

The so-called other research refers to Artificial Devil Fruit and the replication of the Lunarians bloodline.

Oh, right, after witnessing Queen's modification of his abilities, Roa added a new research project to Judge: modifying Devil Fruit abilities.

It's just two more research projects, so it shouldn't matter for Judge, right?

Upon hearing Roa's words, the shipwrights from the Water 7 split into two factions.

Those who didn't know what the blueprints represented breathed a slight sigh of relief. Shipbuilding was exactly what they did best; as long as they weren't captured and killed, that was fine.

But Tom and the old man looked very unhappy.

Do you want them to manufacture weapons for the Calamity Company?

Moreover, it's also the weapon mounted on Pluton!!

So, Boss,

Standing to Roa's left, Abel asked with some curiosity, "What exactly is this drawing? Why is it so important to you?"

"You can't overemphasize it."

Roa smiled and said, "Eight hundred years ago, a ship was built in the Water 7."

"It possesses uniform firepower; it's said that a single shot can destroy an island! It played a crucial role in the war over eight hundred years ago!"

Roa looked at Kozuki Toki standing beside him. "Toki, what was that ship called?"

Kozuki Toki suddenly froze.

Immediately, her brother exclaimed, "Could it be... actually the blueprints for Pluton?"

Even she had heard of it—the weapon wielded by Pluton, Joy Boy!

They are said to possess power enough to destroy the world!

The design blueprints actually survived? And they even ended up in Roa's hands!

During this period, Roa and the pirate alliance's actions once again showed Kozuki Toki the madness of this changing year!

Today, only a group of shipwrights were taken from that island. Although it broke countless families, Kozuki Toki even felt that Roa had already shown great mercy.

He seemed to be in a good mood, so he didn't destroy the entire island.

She simply couldn't imagine what kind of destruction Qian Roa would cause to the world if he really created another Pluton.

You mean Pluton!?

The executives of the Calamity Company were all visibly shocked. Dylan couldn't help but exclaim in surprise, "Could it be... the Ancient Weapon, Pluton?"

Ancient Weapon!

Uranus, Neptune, Pluton.

Each of these Ancient Weapon is said to possess the power to destroy the world!

Doflamingo was dumbfounded.

Ancient Weapon, on par with the Celestial Dragons, are they about to fall into Roa's hands?

But in the blink of an eye, Doflamingo's eyes darted around.

What weapons were mounted on Pluton?

Buddha groaned!

I'm really looking forward to it!

Bege, standing beside him, was also filled with anticipation!

He can even use Pluton's weapons!

Teach was equally speechless.

Oh no, does he still have a chance to realize his ambitions?

Roa is being way too unreasonable!

"Isn't that something to look forward to?"

Roa chuckled, "What kind of power do these legendary Ancient Weapon possess?"

"Judge, Master Tom, don't let me down!"

"Yes, Boss!"

Judge was full of fighting spirit.

Tom silently clenched his fists.

He was naturally against it, but when he looked into Roa's calm eyes, he couldn't help but feel a chill run down his spine.

If we refuse, not Water 7, but perhaps Fish-Man Island will also be affected?

So.

".-. good."

He finally nodded.

"Excellent!"

Roa clapped his hands happily, "Then what are we waiting for? Let's start the research now!"

However, Pluton's research is undoubtedly a massive, incredibly expensive project. Are the gold reserves on the Sky Island sufficient?

I never imagined I'd be worrying about money one day.

In short, let's start with Sky Island.

Beside him.

Kozuki Toki looked at him with satisfaction.

He might even gain the power of Pluton!

Is Roa in this era the same as Joy Boy eight hundred years ago?

The only difference is that Joy Boy brought liberation and laughter, while Roa brought disaster and tears.

Regardless, a few days later, they arrived at Jaya Island.

Fortunately, even before arriving at the island, Roa had already noticed the sea of clouds above.

The reason we came to this island is that we can find the Sky Island by going straight from here without having to look for a way.

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