There was no denying that Maud's ability to exchange positions with his shadow anytime, anywhere was incredibly troublesome.
Their positional relationship meant that they couldn't hit Maud, while Maud could launch attacks against them without them realizing it.
An enemy like that was simply the most terrifying presence on a battlefield.
Even the mighty pirates from the New World were somewhat helpless when Maud began showing off.
But once Izou revealed the weakness of the Shadow-Shadow Fruit's position-swapping ability, the problem was easily solved.
"If that bastard uses his shadow to move again, find the shadow and attack it!"
"We absolutely can't let him keep running wild!!!"
"Right!"
"Izou's shot clearly pierced that mass of shadow, yet it only grazed the bastard's waist and left a wound."
"That Shichibukai bastard... definitely won't casually bring out the 'shadow' corresponding to his vital points."
"It doesn't matter. As long as we don't miss a single chance to hit his shadow, we can suppress him completely!"
"As long as we can hit his shadow..."
Countless murderous gazes crossed the battlefield strewn with wreckage and gathered on Maud in the plaza.
Feeling the unusual attention from the Whitebeard Pirates, Maud first lightly stomped the ground, then crooked a finger at the captains of Whitebeard's allied fleet and Izou, who had been watching him since the beginning of the war.
There was no need to throw out any harsh words.
A single gesture made his meaning perfectly clear.
"That bastard!!!"
Seeing Maud's provocative gesture, several hot-tempered captains immediately lost their patience.
"Don't let him provoke you."
Izou lowered the muzzle of his gun slightly and said calmly, "Our priority is to break into the plaza. As for Bagard Maud... don't worry, I'll find a chance to deal with him!"
His voice was filled with confidence