"What about the chain reaction? The Great One only destroyed Egghead, and global sea levels rose by a meter. If we do this, what sort of chain reaction will it trigger across the entire New World?"
Warcury did not immediately agree to Saturn's proposal. Instead, he began considering the consequences.
"Warcury, those three Endpoints—the islands at the end—have very unusual properties. Detonating them is meant to trigger the volcanic belt throughout the New World. It isn't the same as using the Ancient Weapons.
"There will be repercussions, but nothing like those caused by The Great One's decision. I am the Warrior God of Science and Defense. You need to trust me."
Saturn's actual scientific expertise was unknown. What was certain was that he had failed to discover a single one of Vegapunk's hidden contingencies. He could not even block sound-wave communications.
But compared to the other four Elders, Saturn did know more about science. Hearing him speak with such conviction, Warcury found himself somewhat persuaded.
"Forget the other countries. What about Wano Country? If this causes Wano Country to open its borders, that thing..."
"Kaido isn't in Wano Country right now. With the right people, we can quickly take control of the area. In that case... we may have to go ourselves.
"As for destroying the Endpoints, leave that to the Marines and CP agents."
They exchanged glances, then nodded in unison, agreeing to the idea.
"But the Marines stationed in the New World's branches are fighting Elbaf right now. Fish-Man Island and the Revolutionary Army have joined the fighting as well.
"We can't withdraw all of them from the battlefield. Even if we could, it would expose our intentions."
An inexplicable retreat would not immediately reveal their precise plans, but it would openly tell the enemy that something was