The First Emperor of the Empire's Methods!

"This 'Supreme Teigu' is so big!"

Historia followed Imu to the rear deck of the Ark.

Looking up at the enormous humanoid mecha before him, he couldn't help but exclaim in genuine astonishment.

Compared to images on a virtual screen, experiencing them face-to-face is indeed more breathtaking.

The 60-meter-tall 'Colossal Titan' already seemed huge to her.

Compared to this "Shikoutazer," the "Colossal Titan" is like a newborn baby compared to a 1.8-meter-tall adult.

In fact, the biological material of the 'Shikoutazer', namely the 'Destaguru', was not that tall.

Its current size.

This is entirely due to the addition of a large amount of processing and alchemical materials.

In addition, the First Emperor of the God had his own fondness for 'huge' and 'firepower'.

It also incorporates a large number of super-grade Tyrannosaurus eyeballs from the Destaguru tribe.

At this time.

Seemingly because it had lost its 'pilot', the 'Shikoutazer', which had previously been extremely irritable and venting its anger and energy wildly, appeared very quiet.

All physical characteristics acquired during dragon transformation, such as the dragon tail, head, and sharp claws on the limbs, are restored to normal.

However, Imu could clearly sense that the Tyrannosaurus Rex consciousness within it was still raging.

It seems to be filled with endless resentment and anger.

All I can say is that it's understandable.

The ability to choose a master among other Teigu can only be considered a biological instinct inherent in the activity of cells and genes.

However, the consciousness of this 'Shikoutazer' possesses certain emotions and some memories.

Therefore, it will also actively erode the 'driver's' will and spirit.

In other words, you need to be able to control it.

One must possess a powerful will sufficient to suppress the consciousness of 'Destaguru'.

The First Emperor of that empire a thousand years ago seemed to think he was so outstanding.

Those descendants who share their bloodline will surely be outstanding.

Therefore, there are not many restrictions in this regard.

Or.

Perhaps they tried limiting it, but found that the limitations affected the 'Shikoutazer's' power?

So here's the question.

Imu was thinking about how he should deal with it.

At the same time, a high-speed rotating vortex of air condenses below the palm.

As it spread rapidly, it quickly formed a pale blue circular space.

It enveloped the entire rear deck, including the 'Shikoutazer'.

He planned to first figure out its internal structure.

"Scan."

Imu silently chanted in his heart, and a faint green light appeared in his rippled golden pupils.

This allowed his sharp, indifferent gaze, like that of an eagle's eyes, to easily penetrate the surface of the 'Shikoutazer'.

You can see the layers of structure inside, the flow of materials and energy.

Anyone inside the 'ROOM' area is like a patient being wheeled onto the operating table.

Within this domain space.

Whether it's electrical charge, X-rays, or Gamma Ray, they can all be controlled by the person with the ability.

This results in a wide variety of abilities and effects, which is quite interesting.

Of course, you must have the relevant knowledge.

Otherwise, without a foundation of understanding, it would be difficult for Devil Fruit abilities to achieve such refined effects.

However, the manufacturing process of the 'Shikoutazer' involves alchemy, various advanced technologies, and the Philosopher's Stone.

Therefore, Imu didn't think he could understand these structures either.

His main goal was to try and find the Philosopher's Stone.

Also, take a look at the mind consciousness of 'Destaguru'.

The former was disappointing; I didn't see anything resembling the 'Philosopher's Stone'.

This indicates that the Philosopher's Stone has definitely been perfectly integrated with the Shikoutazer and no longer has its own physical form.

However, he could see the mind and consciousness very clearly.

Visually, it appears as a phantom of a Tyrannosaurus Rex attached to a massive heart that beats powerfully and emits a strange red light.

Although Imu still doesn't understand why his abilities include the mental realm.

But for now, all I need to do is know how to use it.

For example, he is now preparing to find another creature to transfer the mind of the 'Shikoutazer'.

Let's see if we can seize control by taking over the nest.

"Wait, that's not right!"

Just then, Imu realized he had misunderstood.

If the consciousness of 'Destaguru' in 'Shikoutazer' had autonomous control, it should be able to act on its own at any time.

But the truth is, it can't move at all if no one goes inside.

What does this tell us?

This explains that 'Destaguru's' consciousness needs to indirectly control its 'body' through the 'driver's' consciousness.

Therefore, changing its consciousness would be meaningless.

In other words, the Tyrannosaurus Rex's consciousness is equivalent to the mecha's intelligent AI.

Their duty is to assist the 'pilot' in using various supernatural abilities.

But it also has its own ideas.

They always like to interfere with and control the 'driver's' consciousness.

"Since that's the case..."

With that in mind, Imu abandoned the idea of converting the mind.

Then, to the astonishment of Stussy, Historia, and the others, he vanished from his spot in an instant.

The next second, it appeared in the 'control space' inside the 'Shikoutazer'.

"I'd like to see if it's truly only the imperial family that can tame this tyrannosaurus."

Imu coldly watched the grotesque flesh and blood surging from all directions.

Then watch as this dark flesh and blood rapidly transforms into the heads and elongated necks of miniature Tyrannosaurus Rex.

They resembled long, thick, dragon-headed pythons, their gaping maws seemingly ready to tear him, the intruder, apart.

These are mental phantoms created by 'Destaguru'.

It is filled with the resentment, murderous intent, brutality, fear and other extreme negative emotions that arose when its people were massacred.

It's similar to the "Black Mist" of the "Kabane World".

Imu coldly ignored them, his eyes piercing through the layers of obstruction to gaze directly at the heart of the 'Shikoutazer'.

"Roar!!"

The Tyrannosaurus Rex's true consciousness above met his gaze.

Seemingly provoked, it suddenly roared towards Imu.

At the same time.

The mental phantoms surrounding Imu, which he temporarily referred to as 'Dark Dragon Serpents'.

They also began a dense, relentless attack on him, pouncing and biting.

In an instant.

A cacophony of roars filled the narrow, dark space.

"Snort!"

However, Imu let out a cold, indifferent snort.

Its golden aura shone forth like the radiant sunshine.

All the 'Dark Dragons and Serpents' that were swept away instantly turned into wisps of Black Mist and dissipated with a shrill scream.

Imu began to focus his mind, attempting to control the movements of the 'Shikoutazer'.

But after a moment, it remained standing quietly in the same spot.

"It seems that only those with the bloodline of the imperial family can control it. The First Emperor of the Empire a thousand years ago, indeed he has some skill."

Imu murmured softly.

He guessed that it was the First Emperor of the Empire who transformed the rule that 'only one's own bloodline can control it' into an 'absolute condition' through the power of the 'Philosopher's Stone'.

In this way, the imperial family will always possess the trump card of the 'Shikoutazer,' ensuring that Authority can be passed down from generation to generation.

It's a pity.

This first emperor of the empire overestimated the potential of his descendants.

I never imagined that the concept of a 'protagonist' existed in this world.

As for the World Government and the Star Gate, those are considered 'incredible miracles'.

"Now it seems there are only two choices."

Imu instantly left the 'Shikoutazer' and reappeared in the same spot where he had been standing.

His gaze lingered on the enormous 'biological Gundam' that resembled a mountain peak.

"Or, we could train members of the Empire's royal family, cultivate their willpower, and then have them serve the World Government."

"Or, we could find someone loyal to the World Government and with a strong enough will, transplant their mind into the body of an Imperial family member, and then control it."

"Or, both can be done simultaneously."