Despair! An Explosive Power-Up

"Hold head high!!"

At that moment, the black dragon let out an extremely shrill scream.

Black matter was spreading within his enormous eyes.

Níðhöggr

Robin's body trembled slightly.

Having witnessed firsthand how Roa completely crushed the World Government, she knew very well what Roa was doing now.

Is Níðhöggr destined to become a puppet, like Vice Admiral Garp and the others, dancing in Roa's hands?

But that's Níðhöggr, the Dragon of the End!

A monster comparable to Ancient Weapon!

Before Roa, he must have been the strongest creature ever to have been born on this planet!

Even a monster like this, could it not break free from Roa's power?

Robin's concerns were indeed valid.

Níðhöggr is the most powerful creature Roa has ever fought since arriving in this world.

Even Imu is far inferior to this mature, Dragon of the End.

Although this guy has become very agitated due to the unfavorable situation in the battle, even so, it would be very difficult to directly transform him into a cougar.

However, the difficulty here refers to the fact that it would be very difficult for Roa without external assistance.

In a realm invisible to ordinary people, a vast expanse of black mist converged upon Roa.

The black energy injected into Roa's body transformed into terrifying power.

Almost immediately, the dark substance in the black dragon's eyes suddenly began to surge.

"Hold head high!!"

The Dragon of the End's agonizing roar grew even more piercing.

"Níðhöggr I-"

Shanks, who was staggering back to the battlefield, looked up in astonishment.

He keenly noticed the black dragon's pain.

What's wrong?

What did Roa do next?

Although he knew that Roa possessed the power to control others, he had never personally witnessed Roa transforming into a puppet.

So he didn't know what was happening, he just instinctively felt something was wrong.

Luffy, who is currently engaged in a fierce battle with Imu, understands this even more clearly.

He, who could also Voice of All Things, heard Níðhöggr's lamentation more clearly than anyone else.

Níðhöggr!!

The fire giant that the boy had transformed into could no longer help but shout loudly.

But it's meaningless.

At this moment, Níðhöggr's fate was sealed, and no one could change it.

The black dragon's enormous eyes were finally completely filled with darkness, and in the next instant, its pupils suddenly turned pure white.

"Hold head high!!"

The piercing howls vanished in an instant, replaced by roars filled with excitement and fervor.

Visibly, the wounds inflicted on the black dragon by Roa were healing at an astonishing rate.

Only Roa could see that endless black energy was gathering inside Níðhöggr's body.

This black energy is not only repairing Níðhöggr's injuries, but also enabling him to evolve his already terrifying body towards a higher dimension!

"..--"

At that moment, Dragon saw clearly Níðhöggr's strange eyes.

The founder of the Revolutionary Army was now trembling uncontrollably.

Not out of fear, but out of despair.

Despair for this world, despair for the future.

"How could this be? How could such a thing happen?"

"Hold head high!"

Having fully recovered and even larger than before, Níðhöggr roared joyfully as it flew to Roa and bowed its head deeply to him.

It's like a kitten fawning over its owner.

"Oh, so good, so good."

Roa chuckled and reached out to stroke Níðhöggr's large head.

In that case, it would be considered a great achievement.

All the Ancient Weapon have been collected.

The complete Pokédex says so.

Whee.

"Níðhöggr!!!"

Ivankov screamed in despair, "How did you get controlled too?!"

The original plan was for Níðhöggr to team up with Luffy.

Luffy entangled Roa, preventing him from escaping into the alternate dimension, and then Níðhöggr, with his absolutely invincible power, delivered the final blow to Roa.

However, who would have thought that Imu would also be controlled by Roa! Luffy is now completely suppressed by him, let alone trying to hold Roa back, he is in a very difficult situation himself.

Then, not only was Níðhöggr, who was so powerful and should have been invincible, no match for Roa, but now he was even being controlled by Roa just like the naval admirals in front of him!

What to do?

What should we do now?

A sense of despair is indeed spreading rapidly.

Even men like Crocodile and Hawkeye could only manage a bitter smile.

At this point, what else is there to say?

Robin and Hancock, still sitting on the shaky throne, could only sigh softly.

Although they had roughly anticipated this outcome from the beginning, the bitterness in their hearts when they actually witnessed everyone's complete failure was something only they knew.

The two women felt conflicted at this moment.

On one hand, they grieved for the impending defeat, but on the other hand, their love for Roa was genuine, and they were truly happy for Roa's victory.

Because of the fierce clash between Roa and Níðhöggr, even the aftershocks were unbearable, so the naval high command, who hadn't yet had a chance to take action against the Allied Forces, all raised their heads with expressions of reverence.

"As expected of the Boss!"

Garp the Hero laughed heartily, "In his presence, the so-called Dragon of the End is no different from us!"

Yuan Fleet Admiral Sengoku nodded with a smile, "That's only natural."

In the sky, Roa, who was patting Níðhöggr's head with a smile, finally lowered his head and looked down at the pale-faced people on the shattered island below.

Roa landed on Níðhöggr's head, and the black dragon slowly descended from the sky. As it landed, the almost shattered Logue Town began to come together.

An invisible force compelled the shattered island fragments to converge towards the center, eventually forming an island much smaller than the original Logue Town.

At that moment, the black dragon's claws slammed onto the solid ground, and before him stood the pale-faced allied forces.

"Hey, everyone,"

The tiger-man, his body entirely black, wore a gentle smile, but merely standing there, merely being witnessed by everyone, was enough to send the allied forces shivering as if they had fallen into an ice cave. "Is there any other way? If not, then this is the only option left?"

"Hold head high!!"

The black dragon beneath Roa's feet simultaneously let out a warning roar.

"Roa!!!"

Ivankov's large face trembled incessantly, partly from the uncontrollable fear that arose simply from looking at Roa, and partly from an indescribable rage.

Now, no one can stop Roa anymore!

This man can finally wreak havoc on the world without restraint, plunging everyone into an abyss of despair from which they cannot escape!

"Oh, Ivankov?"

Roa smiled and nodded slightly at the man. "You've actually done quite well these past few years. I'm very satisfied."

"Shut up!!"

Ivankov was filled with grief and rage. "You monster! We will never yield to you!!"

"You won't yield to me?"

Roa tilted his head slightly, his smile growing even more gentle. "Honestly, you're being a bit too arrogant. Someone like you isn't qualified to submit to me."

"Things have come to this point--"

Hawkeye had already taken a step forward, and Haki Inazuma leaped up from the blade in his hand.

It doesn't matter what the final outcome is.

At least-

However, as he took his steps...

"Ho--Ho-Ho--"

Vista, was panting heavily, the veins on his forehead bulging, looking like long worms crawling under his skin, making him appear extremely ferocious.

"Roa!!!"

He finally let out a roar and pounced directly at Roa.

The man was consumed by rage, having forgotten everything else; now he only wanted to launch a final, fearless charge against the Demon King before him.

He knew, of course, that there was absolutely no chance of winning.

But should we abandon our hatred for our Pops and family simply because we can't win?

"Go with Vista!"

Roaring, the remaining Whitebeard Pirates charged towards Roa without hesitation.

"Vista-- "

Ivankov was somewhat alarmed.

But it was too late.

Roa smiled and pointed at the enraged group of pirates. "Look, these are the ones who don't deserve to surrender to me."

So, a fire was started.

Golden flames, seemingly appearing out of nowhere, swept across the pirates.

Then, Vista and the pirate captains who were originally under the Whitebeard Pirates disappeared without a trace, leaving not even a speck of dust behind.

"Mr. Vista!!"

Sabo's eyes were bloodshot.

Although they didn't spend a very long time together, the remnants of the Whitebeard Pirates still left a very good impression on him.

Just like their former Pops, Whitebeard, this group of people are also a group of pirates who practice benevolence and righteousness!

"What a terrifying ability!"

Hawkeye took a deep breath and stepped forward. "Roa, it seems no one can change the outcome. So before that, let me see your sword!"

"Me too!"

A Three Sword Style man with green hair stepped forward, his eyes flashing with a determination almost as strong as Hawkeye's. "Let me see, Roa, your strongest sword in history!"

"Oh?"

Roa raised an eyebrow with interest, looking down at the two men who should have been master and disciple in the original story. "Mihawk and Zoro, huh? You two are qualified to kneel before me."

"Um?"

Even at this critical moment, Zoro was genuinely surprised. How did this guy know him?

Let alone in this world, even in the East Blue, I am absolutely unknown!

But whatever!

None of it matters anymore!

"Sorry, my knees are a bit stiff!"

With a loud laugh, Zoro launched himself forward, his three swords flashing, shouting, "One Great Three Thousand Great Worlds!"

Hawkeye smirked. This brat actually beat him to it?

He can't fall behind.

In the next instant, he had already overtaken Zoro, his Black Blade raised high, ready to unleash a desperate strike at Roa!

Then, the next moment.

Hawkeye and Zoro knelt respectfully before the black dragon, "Boss!"

"Hmm, looks like your knees aren't tough enough."

Roa chuckled softly.

"Zoro!!"

In the crowd, Zoro's teacher, Koshiro, screamed in terror.

"Mihawk, you useless piece of trash!"

Mihawk's good friend, Crocodile, also gritted his teeth.

Couldn't even withstand Roa for a single moment?

However, Mihawk can't be blamed, as even Níðhöggr, the Dragon of the End, was controlled by Roa.

It's not that they're useless, it's that the monster Roa is just too terrifying!

The Straw Hat Pirates -captain, Beckman, slowly lit a cigarette, but his hands trembled slightly as he did so.

"It seems that this is indeed the only way."

Their final fighting force is Luffy, but Luffy can't even handle Imu, one of Roa's subordinates.

Instead, the Dragon of the End, which should have been their final fighting force, was now being controlled by Roa.

At this point, what else is there to say?

There is absolutely no possibility of victory.

It's even possible that many of them will become puppets in Roa's hands, just like those high-ranking naval officers, to help Roa ravage the world.

"Since that's the case,"

A weak voice came from behind; it was Shanks. He and Dragon were supporting each other as they slowly walked out of the crowd.

The two men's faces were also dull and devoid of any light.

Shanks breathed heavily, his eyes filled with sorrow. "Let's go together."

Even in death,

Dragon also spoke slowly, "We too will die on the road to victory!"

"Certainly!"

Sabo, carrying the steel pipe, nodded emphatically.

"Let's all attack together!!"

Ivankov roared.

Everyone knew that even if they all joined forces, they couldn't harm a single hair on Roa's head.

That is not a reason to sit idly by!

"Let's go!!"

Yasopp Straw Hat Pirates' sniper, also shouted at the top of his lungs.

"Roa!!!"

With a roar, everyone rushed towards Roa.

Even Shanks and Dragon, who were on their last legs, were desperately trying to move forward.

"Everyone!!"

Luffy, who was engaged in a fierce battle with Imu, was naturally paying attention to the situation here, and the fire giant's face showed obvious panic.

Then.

Roa chuckled softly, "Let's do it."

Before the words were even finished, Hawkeye and Zoro, who were kneeling in front of the black dragon, simultaneously sprang to their feet, brandishing their blades and charging straight at the Allied forces who were charging towards them.

Not only them, but Shanks and Dragon, who were originally on the verge of death, have recovered completely. One of them wielded a blade and pierced Yasopp's back, while the other's arm transformed into a whirlwind and slammed into Ivankov's chest.

Sabo also suddenly turned around, slamming his iron bar heavily onto Lucky Roux's head.

"Shanks! You idiot!!!"

Buggy, with blue hair, was in tears, crying and screaming inconsolably.

The Straw Hat Pirates' vice-captain, Beckman, also closed his eyes in pain; this was the end of the story.

The massacre begins.

"Everyone!!!"

Luffy was terrified and instinctively ran towards them.

This was absolutely the worst possible choice.

"You dare to be distracted in front of Mother?"

The enormous demonic monster chuckled and thrust its trident backwards.

Even though Luffy instinctively tried to dodge, the attack still pierced his chest from behind.

"Oh my god!!"

The fire giant let out a painful scream.

"Hahaha!"

Imu laughed loudly and punched Luffy hard in Luffy back. The fire giant was immediately sent flying through the air, blood splattering everywhere.

When Luffy crashed heavily to the ground, he was no longer able to maintain his Flame Giant form and reverted to human form, with a huge penetrating wound in his chest and his internal organs completely mangled.

"Oh?"

Roa looked at the boy lying on the ground with great interest.

This scene looks so familiar.

The carnage continues ahead of the black dragon.

Even a master like Beckman couldn't withstand the repeated attacks from the enhanced Shanks, Dragon, and Hawkeye.

In just a few seconds, those who were not chosen by Roa and did not become his accomplices were already lying dead here.

"No--everyone--no one"

Luffy, lying on the ground, struggled to stand up, but his injuries were too severe, and he could only collapse again, his voice gradually weakening.

Out of the corner of his eye, he saw a group of figures gathering in front of Roa and then kneeling down.

"Boss!!"

Shanks, his father, and Sabo —everyone bowed their heads in reverence.

Everyone----

No!

How could this happen—how could it end like this!

Luffy tried desperately to clench his fists, but the blood flowing continuously from his chest was rapidly draining his strength, making it incredibly difficult even to open his eyes.

The light disappeared from his eyes.

"Foolish brat."

Imu looked down at Luffy, whose life force was gradually fading, and sneered, "This is what happens when you fight the Boss!"

On the throne, Robin and Hancock hung their heads in dejection.

It's over. Everything has come to an end.

But only Roa smiled.

Is it over?

I feel like this is just the beginning!

In that instant, at that moment when consciousness faded into darkness.

Luffy suddenly seemed to hear many voices.

"Help me----"

"Who will save us?!"

What is that sound?

Were they asking me for help?

But I can't win.

I couldn't even defeat that guy Imu, let alone reclaim Roa from Níðhöggr.

I need power, even greater power!

The next moment.

Boom!!

Without warning, a massive bolt of Haki Inazuma shot up from Luffy's body, piercing straight into the sky.

"?"

Imu, who was about to deactivate his powers and revert to human form, was stunned.

What's going on?

Awakening?

Imu then belatedly realized what was happening.

That kid's abilities don't seem to Awakening yet!

Wait, he possesses that level of power without even Awakening?

"Hoho!!"

Roa burst out laughing, "This is interesting!"

It's unleashed its power!