The End of the Apocalypse

Before unleashing the Hell Pirates' world-destroying operation, Oboro began clearing out the resource cards in the system.

Apart from a few top-tier cards, all the rest were blessed upon those below.

To this end, Crocodile was instructed to screen personnel based on their qualifications, prioritizing those One Piece already had a certain reputation in the New World and were highly obedient, with a temperament that liked to cause trouble or admire violence.

The abilities of the three sisters, led by Boa Hancock, one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea, as well as the abilities of the Red Hair Pirates' executives and the power of the God's Knights Mary Geoise, have all been passed down.

Even Doma's 'ice attribute' skill card was used.

Resources originating from Demon Slayer have been completely cleared.

In this way, the Hell Pirates gained a new wave of combat members in addition to Bare and others, including some officers.

Furthermore, the fleet led by Bare and others as captains was also well-staffed.

As for the top-tier resource cards, Oboro kept them... He wasn't sure if he could return to Hunter x Hunter in the next world.

Just like the preparations made in Demon Slayer, if the next world is even more dangerous, it will definitely be safer to have some resources on hand.

Akainu's Magma-Magma Fruit, Whitebeard's Tremor-Tremor Fruit, Luffy's Nika Fruit, Magellan's Venom-Venom Fruit, as well as Garp's abilities and the three Five Elders who died at his hands, are all immobile.

Anyway, after the world is destroyed, the resources of the entire world will be harvested... There will definitely be no shortage of them on the cards.

However, the value of the world's top combat power must surpass that of Demon Slayer.

The Hell Pirates' forces have grown to nearly 100,000 people, and in terms of overall combat strength, they are far superior to the other Yonko... From Crocodile's personnel assessment to Oboro's distribution of resource cards to cultivate new 'elites', it took a total of three months.

Meanwhile, the situation at sea is getting worse and worse.

As the number of countries invaded and destroyed by One Piece gradually increased, the indifference of the Navy and the World Government put all the pressure on the Revolutionary Army... This uncontrollable trend led to the downfall of Blackbeard Teach and Kaido.

For those who stand at the pinnacle of this world, having more territory and resources is undoubtedly a good thing, as it can expand their influence and combat power.

In the past, this ocean, except for the New World, was almost entirely ruled by the World Government.

Now that the Celestial Dragons' royal power has crumbled, Kaido and Marshall D. Teach naturally didn't hesitate to kick them while they were down.

Most importantly, both sides understand that out of fear of God Slayer and the Hell Pirates, no matter how evil they do, the Celestial Dragons can only stand by and watch. As for the Revolutionary Army, the countries and civilians they can protect are too limited, and they are already overwhelmed with their own affairs, let alone dealing with two Yonko.

These days, newspapers are filled with stories of which country has fallen, become One Piece paradise, or been taken over by someone else.

This 'fire' swept across the entire ocean, and even the East China East Blue, which is known as the 'most peaceful and stable' of the Four Blues, was not spared.

It wasn't just One Piece; the chaos also gave the already restless rebels and insurgents within various island nations an opportunity to seize power.

The people have also lost their moral and legal order, and even the basic social system cannot be maintained.

It has truly become the 'apocalypse'.

It was under these circumstances that the Hell Pirates ' 'world-destroying operation' began.

Unlike the Beasts Pirates and the Blackbeard Pirates, the Hell Pirates don't aim to seize territory or acquire resources. They simply destroy and wreak havoc, turning countries into rivers of blood and engulfing them in flames, before cleanly disappearing afterward.

Starting from the Four Blues... then to the first half of the Grand Line, and then to the New World, no country, whether a non-member state or an island nation that still maintains contact with the World Government, can escape it. Of course, some 'powers' can escape it, such as the Germa Kingdom of the Vinsmoke Family.

In Vinsmoke Judge's view, Germa was able to survive because they had helped the Hell Pirates in their early years, and the two had cooperated and had some friendship.

Therefore, they escaped a disaster.

But in reality, Oboro let them go... simply because the Germa Kingdom's defining characteristic is 'war,' and frankly, they weren't exactly good people either. As long as Vinsmoke Judge is around and doesn't change his personality or will, the Germa Kingdom will also be a factor in creating chaos, perfectly fitting the attribute of turning One Piece into an apocalypse, which is why Oboro turned a blind eye.

When the Hell Pirates are deployed, no other force can afford to give way.

Kaido and Marshall D. Teach's men are the same; as soon as they hear that the Hell Pirates have appeared in a certain sea area, they will quickly leave.

Time... passed little by little in this torment that seemed to plunge people into Asura realm.

The Hell Pirates, like a swarm of locusts, ravaged not only the Goa Kingdom, Windmill Village, Bole Kingdom, and Treasure Island in the East Blue, but also some intelligent rare beasts.

The entire East Blue has been completely lost.

Then the South Blue, the West Blue, the North Blue ...

In just a few short years... the Four Blues was plunged into chaos and suffering.

Then the Hell Pirates extended their reach to the Grand Line.

At this point, the concept of 'nations' no longer existed in the world... Everyone was fleeing. The Four Blues had become a precedent, and everyone understood that staying within a 'nation' was far more dangerous. The God Slayer aimed to 'annihilate' existing civilizations. When news broke that the Hell Pirates were advancing into the first half of the Grand Line, all the islands along the seven routes, like Water 7 and even the Sabaody Archipelago ... had long since become sparsely populated.

But... where can they escape to?

The Hell Pirates' actions are inhumane... yet, no one can stand against this evil force.

At sea, one after another deserted islands appeared... leaving behind only devastated ruins.

However, there are ways to survive.

A clear 'pattern' has now formed at sea.

There are three ways to survive.

First, join the Hell Pirates.

Second, go to the Red Line and join the World Government.

Third, they gained access to the Blackbeard Pirates and the Beasts Pirates, currently the only One Piece capable of 'self-defense'.

However, all three approaches have one requirement.

In short, to join them, one must possess exceptional strength or value. If one is merely an ordinary person or a commoner, then these three parties will not consider them worthwhile, and one will still die.

The Hell Pirates are destroying the world while recruiting members.

The World Government is also reducing its military strength, even concentrating its naval forces on the Red Line, and is no longer interfering in maritime affairs... At the same time, it is recruiting new recruits with 'good strength'.

Anyone with eyes can see that both sides are preparing for a major battle, which will culminate in Final Battle's in the future.

They're all accumulating their trump cards.

"Captain, these are all the Poneglyph we have collected so far."

"You brought the piece from Skypiea too?"

"Um."

"Kaido and Marshall D. Teach also sent over a few pieces."

One day, inside the main hall.

Long looked at the square stones laid out before him and smiled slightly.

Dom, standing behind, said, "However, we tried it before, and this thing seems very difficult to destroy."

"Is that so?"

Long didn't take it to heart.

He placed one hand on the cold stone surface.

Then his gaze sharpened, and with a loud bang, the seemingly indestructible Poneglyph in Dom's eyes was blasted into dust.

"..."

Dom remained calm. "Of course, destroying it would be a piece of cake for you."

"Hehe..."

Long Ke has not made any public appearances in recent years.

He is now focused on his spiritual practice... because he no longer needs to interfere in external affairs.

Preparing to go to the next world.

After several years of events, his 'false core' finally solidified, and he successfully formed a true core.

He has thus mastered the Qi Refining Technique to the minor completion stage.

"The achievements of this ancient civilization... whether in technology or craftsmanship, are outstanding, and cannot be matched by modern means." Long lowered his arm.

Since the goal is to eradicate civilization, then it must be done thoroughly... 'History' cannot be preserved either.

"How's Gild Tesoro doing?"

Long asked again.

"The City of Giant Ships is overcrowded... mostly with fugitives, but as you wished, contracts have been signed with all those who seek your protection," Dom said coldly.

"Very good."

Long nodded slightly.

"It should be soon..."

"It will probably take several more years," Dom for a moment before speculating.

"No rush... take your time."