A Base Is Faster to Take Than to Build, Isn't It?
Looking at Yixiao's bewildered reaction.
Zephyr was so embarrassed he was practically digging a dungeon out of his toes on Punk Hazard Island!
He didn't know why things had developed to this point...
When Zephyr entered the New World, he only thought about using a single naval warship as a base to gradually develop and strengthen the Marine Guerrilla Unit force.
If Storm could provide some support to the Marine Guerrilla Unit, that would be ideal.
To Zephyr's utter surprise, the support he received from Storm was truly exceptional!
Absolutely the absolute best!
The Marine Guerrilla Unit —or rather, the newly established New Marines.
The Fleet Admiral, the Fleet Admiral Candidate, and the three Admiral are all in place.
On the contrary, the conditions that should never be lacking—"Marine Base," "mid-level elite troops," and "junior marines"—are missing...
It's more than just outrageous!
This is absolutely outrageous!
Even a smile makes me numb.
The New Marines has nothing but one ship?
This truly is the "New Marines".
Instead of the "Justice Pirates" that claim to be the "New Marines"?
No!
Many pirates aren't even this poor!
"Ah... this... that..."
He stammered and hesitated for a long time before finally managing to squeeze out a complete sentence.
"So, is the New Marines going to be based in Whole Cake Island?"
Is the New Marines going to share territory with the "White Dragon Emperor"?
This kind of thing... isn't it a bit inappropriate?
Yixiao felt quite conflicted.
He had just thought the New Marines had a very bright future.
But now he feels that the future of the New Marines is as dark as his "vision".
Aokiji and Kizaru, who had been pretending to be invisible, also looked at Storm and Zephyr at this moment.
Both of them were essentially forced into the New Marines...
Neither Aokiji nor Kizaru knew the direction in which the New Marines would develop.
Now they just hope that Zephyr and Storm can answer this question.
No matter what.
A New Marines without a base, but with Fleet Admiral and Admiral...
That's absolutely hilarious!
Storm didn't speak for the moment, but just looked at Zephyr.
Zephyr sighed and said with a helpless expression.
"In fact, I did develop quite a few plans for the Marine Guerrilla Unit..."
That's true.
Zephyr had conceived of the idea of a "Marine Guerrilla Unit" a long time ago.
While he was in the Elite Marine Recruit Training Camp, he would also dedicate some of his spare time to planning the development of the Marine Guerrilla Unit.
But there's an old saying that goes...
Plans can't keep up with changes.
Zephyr's plan was aimed at the "Marine Guerrilla Unit".
What was the situation with the Marine Guerrilla Unit?
Apart from Zephyr, there are only a few cats and kittens, so they don't need to spend too many resources to develop.
But things are different now.
The "Marine Guerrilla Unit" have transformed into the "New Marines".
More importantly...
The New Marines's high command has been fully established.
In this way.
The plans that Zephyr had previously devised were no longer suitable for the New Marines.
It's impossible to have four "Admiral- level fighters" —Zephyr, Kizaru, Fujitora, Aokiji— crammed onto one warship to do all the work, is it?
Let alone whether people can handle it.
The warships definitely couldn't withstand it!
"This was due to my oversight..."
Zephyr admitted his mistake and did not shift the blame to Storm.
"I will formulate a New Marines development plan as soon as possible!"
"However, one thing is certain: the New Marines will definitely not establish its 'headquarters' in the Totto Land!"
To be honest.
The problems with the new Marine Headquarters were mainly caused by Storm.
He brought in three Admiral in one go, along with the support of his own forces, practically giving the New Marines a rocket booster.
But Zephyr didn't shirk responsibility; instead, he took the blame for Storm.
"Hey! Would you like to hear my thoughts?"
Storm coughed lightly and spoke first.
"Actually, I also think that Totto Land is not very suitable as the headquarters of the New Marines."
Totto Land is now Storm's territory.
It used to be the territory of the BIG MOM Pirates.
The archipelago is quite large, but it is indeed very unsuitable as the headquarters of New Marines.
Leaving aside vague and abstract issues such as "pirate territory" and "reputation influence,"...
The most fundamental problem is --
Totto Land now includes forces such as the Dawn Pirates, the Storm Pirates, the Gild Tesoro, the Pleasure District Queen, and the World Economic Journal.
It's so crowded here.
The prospects for the New Marines are clear.
The New Marines's power will only grow larger.
The Totto Land simply cannot accommodate another "New Marines".
But.
Storm unveiled his pre-planned strategy.
"Zephyr, Admiral Aokiji, Kizaru, Issho, what do you think of 'Marineford'?"
Marine Headquarters, Marineford, the hometown of Storm.
"Marineford certainly very good..."
Zephyr nodded subconsciously, but his gaze inadvertently fell on the ground beneath his feet, and he suddenly shuddered.
"Storm! You're not thinking of moving Marineford from Paradise to the New World, are you!?"
Zephyr and his companions are currently standing on Punk Hazard Island.
This island was "stolen" from the World Government by Storm!
Zephyr was highly suspicious of Storm's intentions and motives in bringing up Marineford at this time.
This kid has a criminal record!
But if Storm really does have designs on Marineford...
Does this mean the New Marines is about to engage in a final, decisive battle with the Old Marines right after its formation?
Zephyr thought the idea was far too radical.
Aokiji, Kizaru, and Fujitora also noticed Zephyr's subtle movements and quickly realized what was happening.
"Moving Marineford of an exaggeration, isn't it?"
"But Storm really does have the ability to do it~"
"Vongola, you're too radical!"
The three Admiral of the New Marines all offered their comments.
Storm was completely dumbfounded.
"Wait! I haven't said anything yet! Why do you think I'm going to move out of Marineford?"
"Isn't this what you meant?"
Zephyr looked at Storm with a strange expression.
"Haven't you really thought about it?"
"No, that's not it..."
Storm shook his head and confessed.
"However, there are too many problems in doing this, because Marineford is right above Mary Geoise."
"I'm not entirely confident I can move Marineford intact..."
If Storm really goes to attack Marineford.
Mary Geoise will definitely receive the news immediately.
In that situation.
Storm's "Marine Headquarters relocation plan" will certainly be severely affected.
Destruction is always easier than construction.
Aokiji scratched his head, "You actually thought about it?"
Kizaru grinned, "As expected of Storm!"
"Alright!"
Zephyr interrupted the duo and looked at Storm.
"Storm, what was your purpose in bringing up Marineford just now?"
"Of course, it's... just a way to get the ball rolling!"
Storm shrugged and said calmly.
"Marineford's infrastructure is excellent, but the G1 Branch, which is Marineford 'separated by a wall,' seems to have similar infrastructure, doesn't it?"
Beneath the Holy Land Mary Geoise, near the Paradise side lies Marineford, and near the New World side lies G1 Branch.
In fact.
After the future Summit War ends.
When Akainu became Fleet Admiral, he moved the Marine Headquarters from Marineford to the G1 Branch.
The original G1 Branch was moved to Marineford.
So.
Storm thought it was a great idea to move the G1 Branch out ahead of time!
Anyway, it will become the Marine Headquarters in the future.
Storm simply saved the G1 Branch from taking a few years of detours.
He's so kind-hearted!
Yixiao didn't know much about the G1 Branch.
But Zephyr, Kizaru, and Aokiji were well aware of the importance of the G1 Branch.
Due to its unique geographical location, the G1 Branch is essentially guarding the entrance for pirates to enter the New World!
The strategic location of the G1 Branch is very special and important.
Zephyr frowned and said, "Storm, you plan to have the New Marines... um, 'occupy' the G1 Branch?"
When he said those words, Zephyr felt a little strange.
"No, it's not 'occupying,' it's 'moving'!"
Storm pointed to the Punk Hazard Island beneath his feet.
"Just like moving Pangaea, I plan to move the G1 Branch from beneath the Red Line Continent!"
Storm had no intention of sending the New Marines to occupy the G1 Branch.
Because the geographical location of the G1 Branch is too special.
Right under the nose of the real Mary Geoise!
You need to know.
The World Government also possesses a weapon of mass destruction on the level of Uranus Uranus, capable of easily sinking an island.
The G1 Branch is located almost directly below Mary Geoise.
If the World Government really wanted to do something to the G1 Branch, it couldn't be easier.
If Storm really sends the New Marines to guard the G1 Branch.
If one day in the future, the World Government suddenly flips the table, points the cannon of [Uranus] at the G1 Branch, Uranus sinks this "new Marine Headquarters" with a single shot...
The New Marines has nowhere to turn to cry!
So.
Storm plans to move the G1 Branch!
All we need to Uranus is move the G1 Branch away from its original location and bring it deeper into the New World, temporarily away from the attack range of [Uranus].
"I have no doubt that you can do that..."
Zephyr rubbed his forehead.
"But, taking over the G1 Branch... it just feels too crazy!"
"And even if you move the G1 Branch, where are you going to put it?"
The location of the Marine Headquarters was carefully considered.
Guarding the Grand Line, suppressing mad pirates... these are just superficial reasons.
The core consideration is "protecting Mary Geoise"!
The New Marines doesn't need to consider this issue.
However, choosing the location for the New Marines's headquarters is also a complex matter.
Storm smiled slightly and presented the solution he had considered beforehand.
How is the G5 Branch?
The G5 Branch is located in the mid-sea area of New World, near the Kingdom of Dressrosa, and several other Member Nations nearby.
Storm's plan can be summarized as follows:
Switch the positions of G1 Branch and G5 Branch!
Then let the New Marines completely control the G1 Branch!
Hasn't that completed the construction of the New Marines headquarters?
Two updates.
Good night (or good morning) everyone.