The Power Gathering! Strike!

North Blue.

The Drake Pirates encountered a sudden battle.

When they landed on a certain island, a group of pirates suddenly attacked them and engaged in a fierce battle without asking any questions.

In the half of the world ruled by the pirate alliance, battles between pirates are the most common occurrence.

Everyone knows about the great Lord Roa's leniency towards the pirates.

He was harsh on everyone in his territory, except for the pirates who revered chaos, plunder, and killing, who received special treatment from him.

If pirates don't actually control an island, they don't have to pay taxes or worry about being attacked by the Calamity Company.

No one will care what they want to do.

Therefore, on this vast sea, the pirates' enemies are generally only other pirates.

Because they had no scruples and the number of pirates was increasing explosively, it was only natural that the West Blue, North Blue, and New World became the battlefields for pirates.

Although the Drake Pirates are now part of the Calamity Company, it doesn't mean that all pirates won't attack them.

For example, this group of people.

They seemed afraid that Drake would discover something, so they launched an attack the moment they met.

Then, it was brutally crushed.

The only commendable thing about him is his courage to launch an attack the moment they meet; his actual strength is only at the level of an ordinary North Blue pirate.

Drake, who had mastered Haki, was completely powerless against him and was easily defeated.

Then, naturally, in order to survive, the pirates took out the treasures they had found on the island.

One, Devil Fruit.

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Rosinante looked at the Devil Fruit covered in spiral patterns in his hand, then looked down at the pirate who was crying and begging for mercy.

No matter how you look at it, he's just an ordinary pirate.

Is this the capability of government-affiliated intelligence organizations?

Although the Boss rules over these three seas, countless pawns of the World Government still lurk in this vast ocean.

In other words, what Boss craves is chaos itself, and he has absolutely no interest in ruling. Otherwise, the World Government would definitely have caused a huge mess.

Regardless, Rosinante took a deep breath and gripped the Devil Fruit tightly in his hands.

The fuse that will ignite this world is now in his own hands!

Rosinante was always gentle and upright, now wore a strange expression.

The left side of his face showed a downturned mouth and drooping eyes, his expression one of deep sorrow, almost bringing tears to his eyes.

But the right half of his face had a manic look in his eyes and a wildly upturned mouth, making him look like a gambler who had lost his mind!

Then let me set it all off!

The final battle is just around the corner!

Let's go back a little earlier.

East Blue.

Recently, a new tourist attraction has emerged in this sea area.

No one knows what happened, but a huge abyss suddenly appeared somewhere in the East Blue.

No one knows where it came from, and no one knows how it will disappear.

Fearful people fled, believing it to be the entrance to hell, while curious people came by boat, wanting to see what this unhealable abyss was all about.

Among the people who came here to observe, Dragon was undoubtedly the most unique.

He transformed into the wind, floating above this sea area, silently gazing down at the bottomless black hole below.

"That's it,"

If his body hadn't already transformed into the wind, his fists would probably be clenched until they bled. "The power of Ancient Weapon?"

The black hole below is so huge it could contain an island; this was merely a small test of the Ancient Weapon's firepower.

The aftershocks alone brought devastating damage to a wide area of the surrounding sea, and the massive tsunami crushed several nearby islands!

Dragon had never realized this so clearly before.

Without Ancient Weapon, it would be absolutely impossible to contend with Roa or Imu!

There's no time left for them to continue developing.

The final battle between the pirate alliance and the World Government is imminent.

According to Mr. Zephyr, the World Government should seize the initiative and catch Roa off guard.

In that case, perhaps Imu will win.

Of course, it's better than Roa ultimately winning.

The World Government is already quite bad, but compared to Roa, it seems far too good.

But just as Mr. Zephyr worried, what will become of them after Imu's victory?

If Imu can defeat Roa, then there's a high probability that Roya will also obtain the Ancient Weapon from Roa!

The power wielded by the World Government will become even more terrifying, leaving them with even less room to resist!

And what will happen after Imu regains control of the world?

Is everything simply back to normal, as before, and the original order has been restored?

Dragon thought it was unlikely that this would happen.

The World Government erased the history from nine hundred to eight hundred years ago.

So, will Imu allow the history of how he was once driven to this point by a man named Roa to be passed down through the ages?

The World Government might launch a massive purge of the entire world!

What should we do then?

Even a calm and collected man like Dragon felt an indescribable sense of bewilderment at this moment.

Where will this world go from here? And what will become of those caught between Roa and the World Government?

It was at this moment, when Dragon was in a state of utter confusion, that things happened.

"Um?"

Dragon suddenly raised his head.

He suddenly sensed something unusual.

Almost instinctively, the wind that Dragon had transformed into suddenly began to blow upwards.

In the blink of an eye, he had passed through the clouds and reached the sky above.

But at that very moment, a gigantic claw suddenly came hurtling through the air.

Dragon's pupils contracted instantly, but it was too late.

The claw was so fast that even a man like Dragon, who could transform into the wind, was caught completely off guard.

"Oh my god!!"

With a muffled groan, Dragon, who had transformed into the wind, was forcibly pulled out of thin air, and a huge claw gripped him tightly in its palm.

Is this... Haki?

What's going on!? They can use Haki!

What kind of monster is this?! Is it some kind of ability user?

Dragon simply couldn't understand it.

Although it was a sudden attack, he truly had absolutely no chance to resist! Not to mention resisting, he didn't even have a chance to dodge!

What on earth happened to him?!

He felt as if his entire body was being crushed; faced with that surging power, he could only wait to die.

However, the enormous claw suddenly released its grip in the next instant.

With its massive claws outstretched, Dragon lay in the center of the claws, its bones twisted and bleeding profusely from all seven orifices.

Having narrowly escaped death, Dragon instinctively wanted to transform into his elemental form and flee; he didn't even dare to glance at the monster that had so severely injured him.

However, in the instant his body transformed into the wind, a blade wreathed in powerful, two-colored Haki was already positioned between his neck.

"The commander of the Revolutionary Army, Dragon, right!"

A detached voice rang in my ears, "I never expected to run into you here!"

"Forehead?"

Having already been severely injured and now possessing virtually no power to resist, Dragon subconsciously raised his head.

He saw a head of bright red hair.

Dragon was instantly stunned. "You are... Straw Hat Shanks!"

Before Roa returned, he was one of the most renowned pirates in the world! One of the six Pirate Emperors who dominated the New World!

Straw Hat Pirates Straw Hat Shanks!

How did he end up here?

And what's with this dragon?!

At this moment, Dragon finally got a clear look at the monster that had almost crushed him with a single claw!

It's actually a dragon!

A colossal dragon covered in jet-black scales, with wings so wide they blot out the sky!

What is the origin of this monster?

"Judging from your expression, you're also here for that black hole down below, right?"

A strange light flickered in Shanks' eyes.

Dragon breathed heavily, the excruciating pain making it almost impossible for him to concentrate.

However, he still tried his best to remain calm.

What stance does this man, this former pirate emperor, hold now?

While pondering, Dragon replied, "I don't recall any past grievances between us. If I have offended you, then I apologize."

Don't you remember any conflict between us?

Shanks slowly repeated Dragon's words.

This made Dragon's brow furrow instantly.

What's the meaning?

Why does this guy seem a little dissatisfied with his answer?

Did I accidentally offend him sometime during the game?

At the same time, Shanks was also lost in thought.

Dragon's "I don't know" genuine or feigned ignorance?

Judging from his appearance, this guy definitely wasn't controlled by that bastard Roa.

However, it is still impossible to determine whether he is actually one of Roa's men.

Robin met her demise because she was too careless.

What should we do with this guy?

At that moment, Dragon finally remembered something.

I am certain that I have never had any conflict with the Straw Hat Pirates.

However, they are not the only Revolutionary Army in the world now.

Or rather, they are now considered a fake Revolutionary Army!

Dragon took a deep breath and slowly said, "If you have been harmed because of the Revolutionary Army of the North Blue, then I am sorry."

"Although I left the Revolutionary Army in North Blue more than two years ago, it is still an organization I once led, and I should still be held responsible for their actions."

".

Shanks paused for a moment.

This wasn't an answer that surprised him.

This man seems genuinely unaware of Robin's situation.

"So, you left the Revolutionary Army a long time ago to start your own operation, because of that bastard Roa?"

Dragon's eyes suddenly lit up at that moment.

That bastard Roa?

"That's right!"

At this point, Dragon completely disregarded his injuries. He simply nodded heavily, "Roa's men have infiltrated the original Revolutionary Army too deeply. After realizing that there was no way to break free from his control, I had no choice but to cut off my arm and start afresh!"

In other words,

Shanks chuckled. "You are still hostile to the Pirate Alliance, aren't you?"

"Certainly!"

Despite his blood-stained face, a genuine smile appeared on Dragon's face. "Roa is the greatest obstacle on the road to freedom and liberation in this world!"

I completely agree.

Shanks nodded readily. "Then it seems there's a basis for cooperation between us."

"But before that, there is one crucial question,"

Shanks' tone became slightly more serious, "How can I believe you're not like those Revolutionary Army in the North Blue, who outwardly claim to be enemies of Roa, but in reality collude with him?"

He personally tends to believe in Dragon, but he still needs some proof.

"In that case..."

Dragon looked up at the enormous black dragon that was lowering its head and silently watching him.

This monster's power is beyond doubt!

Even Roa probably doesn't possess this level of power!

Although it doesn't quite match the description of any of the three Ancient Weapons.

However, such power is indeed incredibly astonishing!

Perhaps "the World Government and the pirate alliance are about to engage in their final battle!"

That's what Dragon said.

"What?"

Shanks was suddenly startled.

"The World Government has resurrected the legendary Ancient Weapon Uranus."

"Therefore, Imu is confident that the government already possesses enough power to defeat Roa and his gang!" Dragon continued.

Shanks instantly sheathed his sword, his face remaining serious. "Then I think we should have a good talk, Mr. Dragon!"

This man probably really has nothing to do with the Calamity Company or Roa, but he's likely deeply involved with another party!

Meanwhile, not long after, in the Calamity City.

Inside Roa's palace, all the monsters of the pirate alliance had gathered.

Roa sat leisurely on the throne, raising the Devil Fruit in his hand with great interest to examine it. "What kind of ability is it again?"

Below, Rosinante, who was kneeling respectfully on the ground, quickly replied, "Boss, it's Zoan Dog-Dog Fruit, Mythical Zoan, Fenrir Form!"

"Oh! The legendary demon wolf!"

Roa nodded with delight, "This time, Imu actually values me quite a bit. Even I would be tempted by Devil Fruit of this caliber."

"Hehehe!"

Kaido burst into laughter. "So, you've arrived, haven't you?"

"That's a question for Rosinante."

Roa glanced at Rosinante.

"I immediately contacted Mr. Sengoku and told him he could come here following the guidance of the Vivre Card!"

Rosinante said with a solemn expression.

So very quickly.

Above another sky in the world.

The shadowy figure seated high on the throne gave the order, "It's time to claim victory!"

The massive floating city roared away into the distance.