365 The Curse of the Black Pearl
(I've resent it; this is the first half.)
Pirates of the Caribbean premiered as scheduled.
In the Night Sea Domain, Teach, accompanied by a group of Night Pirates members, watched, experiencing that familiar feeling.
The first film in the Pirates of the Caribbean series begins by showcasing a vast and magnificent ocean.
In terms of the general plot, Teach has not changed; on the contrary, there have been significant changes in the details and settings.
In this world teeming with powerful figures, and accustomed to the battles between the strong, ensuring that Pirates of the Caribbean don't become low-class is a matter that requires careful consideration and painstaking effort.
Churches of Gods, evil gods, curses, and even witchcraft have brought a strange yet powerful concept of power to this world.
Ultimately, he's still a plagiarist, but he borrows from Western fantasy and the world of swords and magic. He also has many talented writers under his command who can perfectly combine what Teach says and thinks.
From the beginning, Teach barely wrote anything beyond the outline.
The sea at night, shrouded in mist, exuded an eerie atmosphere, as if something bad was about to happen.
The sea is not lacking in such environments, not to mention that the Night Pirates have "Mist Man" Lubite, who can easily create realistic fog. For this reason, Lubite also played the role of a sailor on the Black Pearl.
In Nine Seas, the sea is always unknown and frightening; the silent sea breeze, like an indescribable murmur, makes one feel uneasy.
A warship appeared from the mist. It may not be fancy, but it has powerful firepower. The sailors on board are all strong and their clothing is different from that of the navy on the high seas; it is more ornate.
However, these actors playing the roles of marines were actually pirates.
The mayor, the baron, and Governor Swann's daughter, young Elizabeth Illustrious, stood gracefully at the bow of the ship, gazing out to sea and singing a pirate song.
Her exquisite face immediately attracted the attention of many, and she possessed an aristocratic demeanor.
To ensure better casting, Miss Swann and the actress who played her in her youth were both aristocratic girls, sisters, and their father was also playing himself.
Many people fell in love with this girl immediately.
After some twists and turns, her gaze was suddenly drawn to a black dot. When the object drifted closer, she saw that it was a tattered raft, and on the raft lay a little boy, who appeared to be unconscious.
Kind-hearted Elizabeth cried out for help, and the sailors on the ship rescued the boy. As they reached out to help him up, Elizabeth noticed a gold coin with a pirate design hanging around the boy's neck.
Based on this, it was concluded that the boy named Will Turner had some connection with pirates. The kind-hearted Elizabeth couldn't bear to see little Turner suffer punishment as a pirate, so she secretly hid the gold coin.
Suddenly, on the vast sea, in the dark mist, a large, black ship sailed in, and on the main mast at the bow, a strange Skull Flag fluttered in the wind.
In her fear, little Elizabeth hurriedly closed her eyes, and the film officially began.
Eight years later, Elizabeth woke up from her dream. She seemed to remember what had happened back then, so she opened the box, took out the gold coin, and put it around her neck.
Elizabeth's beauty shocked the world, making her an instant sensation and the envy of many noblewomen.
Unlike the naivety of Xiao Elizabeth, this is a fully mature and beautiful woman, an absolute beauty, and also a young and pretty girl.
There will be no mistakes in casting; the influence of the Night Pirates is such that even the king cannot refuse them if they so desire.
Today is the day of Brigadier Norrington's Commodore ceremony. Mayor Swann is very optimistic about this young general and intends to marry his daughter to him.
In his eyes, she was a perfect match.
So he gifted his daughter a form-fitting, waist-cinching dress, adorned with golden phoenixes and flowing waves; the exquisite attire caught the eye of several noble ladies and women.
One can imagine that a fashion trend will emerge on the high seas.
Norrington had a promising future. He graduated with honors from the Royal Naval Academy, possessed superb swordsmanship and marksmanship, and had wiped out countless pirates. He was feared throughout the Caribbean.
A small boat cuts through the azure waters and slowly approaches from afar. The boat appears to be damaged; it is leaking and slowly sinking.
On the mast at the bow stood a man, seemingly unconcerned about the sinking. Amidst the howling sea wind, he stood with his arms on his hips, a smile on his face, confidently gazing ahead, just like a pirate captain.
Captain Jack Sparrow has made his appearance.
Just as the small boat was about to sink, Jack Sparrow took a light step and arrived at the Royal Pier in Spain. He looked relaxed and carefree, not at all bothered by the danger he had just faced.
This posture completely contrasts him with the description in the book and their imagination.
However, what he lacks is that he is just a person and has not yet shown the domineering Haki of a legendary pirate. He is missing one thing, namely the Black Pearl. Only Jack Sparrow who truly reclaims the Black Pearl is the true Captain Jack Sparrow.
This first part tells that story.
Two soldiers on the large ship stopped him. He grinned and chatted idly with the two sailors, who looked rather foolish and were completely fooled, which was quite amusing.
Meanwhile, Commodore Norrington's inauguration ceremony has concluded.
At this moment, he and Elizabeth were talking by the low wall of the magnificent castle. It was clear that the new Commodore had also been enamored with the mayor's daughter of the Guangdi people for a long time.
The age gap meant that Norrington had been waiting for this moment for many years, waiting for Elizabeth to grow up.
This scene disgusted many people, and numerous young women cursed the man as a scumbag.
Norrington was indeed a young and promising talent, becoming Commodore in his thirties, but in many people's hearts, Elizabeth already belonged to Will Turner.
It's frustrating, given how incredibly popular the Pirates of the Caribbean novels are.
Norrington expressed his love, but Elizabeth was beside him, suddenly felt dizzy.
It turned out that the corset dress she wore that morning was too tight, causing her to have difficulty breathing and briefly lose consciousness. Her legs went weak, and she fell from the high wall into the sea.
The gold coin on her chest reacted strangely as soon as it hit the water, causing the entire sea to tremble as if it were transmitting some kind of signal.
The effects of the gold coins were barely noticed, which meant that the Black Pearl would soon be drawn to them.
Norrington was shocked to see this and desperately wanted to jump down to save him, but the guards on either side held him back and persuaded him not to.
"This is a shallow area with many reefs below. Jumping in recklessly would inevitably result in hitting the rocks. General, please think carefully."
Norrington thought it over and weighed the pros and cons, but ultimately didn't dare to take that life-or-death step. After all, the steep cliff face with reefs below was too dangerous, which in the eyes of the audience completely sealed his fate.
He wouldn't even save the one he loves; he truly doesn't deserve it.
Meanwhile, Jack, who was chatting with two guard marines, also heard the sound of the beautiful woman entering the sea.
Jack Sparrow smiled, his eyebrows raised, and asked, "Gentlemen, what should you do if you see someone fall into the sea?"
The answers from these two marines were laughable; how could they, as sailors, not know how to swim?
With a long laugh, Jack Sparrow leaped into the water in a perfect fish-like dive, his body gracefully tracing a beautiful arc in the air before disappearing into the water like an osprey.
Jack was an excellent swimmer, an essential skill for any pirate. He quickly swam to Elizabeth's side, scooped her up in his arms, and carried her to shore.
He reached out and removed the girl's bra, squeezing her chest and abdomen to expel the seawater from her body. Only after the girl slowly woke up did he look at her face.
Even though Jack was a man of many experiences and had seen countless women, this one glance left him dazzled. Elizabeth was truly a rare beauty, a rare gem. Thinking back to the indecent actions he had taken when he rescued her, the man's heart began to race.
The hearts of many moviegoers were also racing; the men were engrossed, and the women were envious.
Some men arched their backs slightly, their bodies reacting spontaneously.
Unbeknownst to many, the noblewoman who plays Elizabeth will become world-renowned for her beauty.
Of course, what they really wanted to see was the transformation of a noble princess into a pirate, as could be seen from the images of Elizabeth, who longed to be a pirate.
Although "island" and "pirate" are two different terms, they are essentially the same.
Suddenly, his gaze was drawn to the gold coin on the girl's chest. "So that's where it was, the last gift from the Bootstrap King."
Jack thought to himself, "Clearly, he knows where the gold coins came from."
After Elizabeth was returned to the ship, Mayor Swann and others were extremely grateful to their saviors.
But the experienced Commodore Norrington noticed the markings on the man's arm and immediately recognized Jack.
"You're the once- Daimyo Captain Jack Sparrow, the former pirate captain of the Black Pearl, right?" Norrington asked warily, drawing his longsword. He wasn't sure either, as Jack had been missing from the seas for a long time.
But by the time he graduated from the Royal Military Academy, Jack was indeed the most famous pirate in the entire Caribbean.
The surrounding sailors were all greatly surprised. Captain Jack Sparrow was renowned and still held considerable prestige. He was also a wanted criminal by the Spanish government, and they never expected him to appear before them.
Despite saving Elizabeth, Norrington, not wanting to let personal matters interfere with his decision, still intended to bring him to justice and subject him to the death penalty.
At this moment, Elizabeth stood up for Jack. Since childhood, she had always been clear about right and wrong, and she could not stand by and watch her savior suffer unfair treatment.
Norrington's character is not flawed; it's just a matter of audience prejudice. Marriages between nobles are very common, even if there is a significant age gap, and are quite prevalent at sea.
Norrington's actions were not wrong, and they were approved by the navy who were watching in secret. A pirate should not be let off easily just because he did a good deed. Compared to the crimes he had committed, a little good deed was insignificant.
Elizabeth's choice was also appropriate; her clear distinction between right and wrong made her likable.
The two simply have different stances.
Jack seized the opportunity to capture her and use her as leverage, holding a chain to her neck, which could strangle Elizabeth with a single pull.
Elizabeth's eyes widened in disbelief. She couldn't believe that the legendary, arrogant pirate Jack Sparrow was actually like this.
That's what real pirates are like! For pirates, this kind of behavior is perfectly normal.
Elizabeth is still too naive and needs further experience and growth.
After using the hostages to retrieve his belongings, Jack Sparrow leaped up, pulled himself up the rope to the mast, and with a long laugh, slid down the rope to another warship.
Seeing his swift and fluid movements, Elizabeth thought to herself, "So he had already planned his escape while controlling me. What a quick mind!"
When faced with a life-threatening situation, why would pirates talk about morality?
Jack possesses extraordinary strength, but he has no sword and his gun has only one bullet.
Although he could fight, he was at a disadvantage against the overwhelming number of naval forces.
With such a cautious nature, Jack's first thought was to escape. He was incredibly agile, dodging bullets and sneaking into the town.
Jack shook off the government troops and, in order to obtain a suitable weapon, fled into a blacksmith's shop.
They happened to run into Will Turner, who had returned. He was the boy that Elizabeth had saved years ago, but now he had grown into a handsome young man, like a Gentleman, and had been adopted by the old blacksmith to make a living as a blacksmith.
He also joined a famous kendo dojo and learned excellent white sail sword techniques, making him a promising young talent with a good reputation in the surrounding area.
Over the years, Will Turner and Elizabeth have maintained a close relationship, and as time went by, they developed feelings for each other, but due to the difference in their social status, they were unable to take things further.
Will was exceptionally talented and physically strong. In addition to working as a blacksmith, he also practiced swordsmanship diligently.
Will is furious after recognizing Jack Sparrow, a notorious fugitive in the city, and learning that Jack had threatened Elizabeth.
Jack grabbed a sword and engaged Will in a fierce battle.
But Jack wasn't using his full strength. Jack recognized Will's face and didn't dare to kill him, otherwise he could have easily killed Will with his weapon.
This world lacks Haki and the ability to cultivate a monstrous physique, except under special circumstances.
Jack was stalled by Will, and then the old blacksmith, showing his remarkable strength, joined forces with Will until the soldiers arrived, at which point Jack had no choice but to surrender.
Under the relentless barrage of bullets, Jack was forced to yield. He might fight his way out, but that would greatly enhance his fame, something he didn't want to see anytime soon.
Ten years later, he may still have some fame left on the sea, but not many people know him.
Now, probably no one cares about him; sailing the seas has never relied on one's own strength.
Although he was a legendary pirate, he did not possess the terrifying strength comparable to a sea monster and capable of destroying warships, unlike the legendary pirate Garrison, who was said to have been bathed in dragon blood and wielded the Dragon Slayer Swordsmanship Technique.
He needs a ship, to recruit soldiers, and then to reclaim his legendary warship, the "Black Pearl."
With the Black Pearl, he could roam the seas freely, fearless in the face of any enemy, and if he couldn't win, he could always run away.
And that's part of Jack's charm.
They've kept such a low profile for ten years; a little more patience won't hurt.
And so, Jack was imprisoned.
In the dead of night, a pirate ship suddenly appeared, like a ghost, its surface shimmering with an eerie green light.
Before anyone could notice, shells were already being fired at the harbor, unleashing a fierce barrage.
This scene is much grander than Teach remembered, and it depicts the arrival of the Black Pearl in great detail.
Dozens of vicious pirates charged into the city, shouting as they went. These ruthless pirates, relying on their Immortal Body, were fearless.
The guards were killed one after another. In fear, Elizabeth hid in the closet, whereupon two rather comical islanders, one fat and one thin, barged in.
Elizabeth heard clearly that they had been summoned by the strange movement of the gold coin, and her heart sank. The gold coin was on her person. Just as the two pirates were getting closer, Elizabeth rushed out, startling the two pirates.
At the same time, a loud shout rang out.
"Pare!"
Pare means negotiation.
According to the Pirate Code, if a captive requests to exercise his right of way, he must be taken to the captain and must not be harmed until negotiations are concluded.
The Pirate Code contains various rules that every pirate must abide by.
Elizabeth has been curious about pirates since she was a child, and over the years she has learned many stories about them and knows the Pirate Code very well.
Elizabeth was captured by two amusing pirate henchmen and taken back to the pirates.
Will saw this while fighting the pirates and intended to go to their aid, but he was outnumbered and defeated by the pirates. He was hit on the head with a blunt weapon and immediately lost consciousness.
The battle was fierce, and the pirates had no time to finish off the enemy.
At the same time, several more pirates broke into the dungeon. When they saw Jack inside, they gave him a strange look.
It turns out that the pirate ship that arrived tonight was the once-famous Black Pearl. Jack was the captain of the Black Pearl back then, but for some reason, his shipmate Barbossa suddenly rebelled and joined forces with other pirates to take control of Jack.
Barbos became the new captain. To demonstrate his authority as captain, he left Jack with a pistol and a bullet, then abandoned him on a deserted island, leaving Jack to fend for himself.
This bullet was meant for Jack to use in his suicide. On the deserted island, he would have to endure the pain of hunger and ultimately take his own life in despair.
They all thought Jack was dead, but the former captain miraculously survived and escaped from the deserted island.
Jack harbored resentment about this matter and, unable to contain his anger, began to curse.
One of the pirates wanted to teach Jack a lesson, so he stepped forward and stretched out his arm. Under the moonlight, however, there was no muscle or skin on his forearm and fingers; only a bare skeleton.
The scene was eerie and frightening, startling many viewers. Not everyone has seen Pirates of the Caribbean; most only know some of the plot details, which is understandable.
These pirates were all cursed, a curse known as "immortality."
The pirate, transformed into a skeleton, seemed to have been given a buff, gaining unlimited power, and grabbed Jack with one claw.
Jack quickly shut his mouth, revealing an innocent smile.
Acting according to circumstances was his forte.
He has the means and the ability to escape, but now is not the time to break out of the dungeon.
The pirates warned Jack and then left the dungeon. They were traitors; why would they save Jack?
Clearly, they are suffering from the curse. Why wasn't Captain Jack Sparrow, who was also a member of the Black Pearl, affected by this curse?
Jack thought of the gold coin with Turner's name on it, and a barely perceptible smile appeared on his lips. Now he understood that the rumored curse was true.
Elizabeth was taken to the legendary pirate ship, the Black Pearl, where she met the first mate who had betrayed Jack with the other pirates.
Now he is the sole captain of this great ship, a powerful pirate, Barbossa.
A ruthless pirate, a true pirate, who has plundered countless ships over the past decade, creating the legend of the "ghost ship," and relying on his Immortal Body and the Black Pearl.
Elizabeth worried that if she revealed her real surname, the pirates would use her to blackmail the mayor. At this time, she had not yet figured out the pirates' true purpose.
So he lied and said his surname Turner, thinking that having the same surname as Will, this insignificant poor boy, would be the safest option. But to his surprise, the surname excited Barbossa greatly, and he looked at Elizabeth with shining eyes, as if she were a precious jewel.
Such a gaze made Elizabeth very uncomfortable.
Looking at little Elizabeth's flawless face, Barbossa commanded, "Child, hand me that gold coin in your hand."
Knowing Elizabeth couldn't refuse, and that the gold coin was very important, Barbossa handed it over on the condition that the pirates cease their attack. Once Barbossa had the gold coin, he fulfilled his promise, ordered the fleet to retreat, Black Pearl left the port.
However, he had no intention of releasing Elizabeth. He was the rule-maker, and on this ship, even after negotiations, Barbossa still had countless reasons to break the treaty, demonstrating the utter untrustworthiness of pirates.
The Pirate Code was a treaty among pirates; Elizabeth was not a pirate.
It seems that Elizabeth still has some use for him.
When Will awoke from his coma, he immediately sought an audience with the mayor and Norrington, hoping they would release Jack, since he was the captain of the Black Pearl and must know some information.
How could Admiral Norrington, a dignified naval commander, seek help from a pirate about to be hanged?
When Will realized it was no use, he returned to the dungeon to try and negotiate with Jack, but by then Jack had already escaped. Will knew that if he didn't escape, he would be executed.
Fortunately, Will Turner found Jack. After a conversation, when Jack heard that the young man in front of him Will Turner, he readily agreed, seeing Will as an important bargaining chip.
The two joined forces, seized the Marine warship HMS Interceptor Royal, and set sail to pursue the Black Pearl.
On the ship, Will pressed Jack about the origin of his surname, since Jack clearly knew his father.
Jack told him that his father's name was Bill Turner, a skilled pirate on the Black Pearl nicknamed "Bootstrap King," and also a kind-hearted pirate.
How could an angry Will believe it? But after Jack's mocking lecture, he could only helplessly accept the fact. He had thought his father was just a merchant ship sailor, and this blow was quite a shock.
Jack brought Will to the pirate paradise, Batega Island, which the pirates called Tortuga.
The incidents are amusing, with Jack being slapped one after another by beautiful women he had previously interacted with, without retaliating.
Not hitting women demonstrates Jack's Gentleman conduct.
They found Gibbs sleeping in the pigsty; Gibbs used to slack off in the Navy, doing menial jobs.
He'd do any work that came his way, and when there wasn't any, he'd secretly become a pirate.
It was for this reason that Gibbs became friends with Jack's Pops, the previous Madagascar Pirate King, Tig Sparrow.
So Gibbs had met Jack, and the two knew each other, but he had never worked for Jack.
Jack was extremely prestigious, and Will's father, Bill Turner, was clearly no ordinary man either. Relying on the prestige of the Turner name, Gibbs recruited a group of lunatics, and Jack became the captain of the Interceptor. After assigning positions to the crew, he sailed away from Tortuga.