The Sky Split Open

The last time.

The Vivre Card that could display Yamato's condition in real time had driven Maud to expend half his stamina just to return to Wano Country from afar.

Then.

Maud had fought Kaido and Charlotte Linlin alone.

That had been one of his attempts, driven solely by his desire to experience the gap in strength for himself.

After experiencing that gap, he had set himself the goal of defeating Kaido and Charlotte Linlin in a one-against-two battle at some point in the future.

But plans could never keep up with change.

This time.

Maud had brought the entire crew, so he naturally would not return empty-handed.

Just as he had said moments ago.

Today, the Beasts Pirates would become history.

Figures descended from the sky one after another, landing in orderly fashion around Maud.

Led by Jaya and Lafitte, the group surrounded Maud as if they were escorting a king.

The battle was on the verge of erupting.

"Leave the others to you."

Surrounded by his companions, Maud chuckled, gripped Shusui, and strode forward.

When the Beasts Pirates saw the entire Maud Pirates appear, even Queen's expression turned grave, as though he were facing a formidable enemy.

Only Kaido, who knew nothing of fear, continued coldly watching Maud approach.

Fierce battle intent was gathering in his dragon eyes.

Thunder roared incessantly in the sky.

Gales swept across the ground.

At that moment, both sides understood.

Regardless of who won or lost this clash, one side would ultimately be destroyed here.

It would be a battle that determined their life-and-death futures!

"Worororo... You brat, you're nothing but a 'latecomer.'"

Kaido narrowed his eyes. A red gleam, like a streak of lightning, flashed through his pupils.

The Wolf Fang Mace he held high crackled with black-and-red arcs and deep-purple lightning.