Saba Island

South Blue, Saba Island.

It was a volcanic island billowing with steam.

The barren island was riddled with lakes of every shape and size, bubbling like boiling water under the heat of the magma underground.

Layers of white crystals coated the surrounding coast, forming a distinctive white beach as the crashing waves washed over them again and again.

As the sky began to brighten and the sun rose above the sea, something appeared.

From the direction of the rising sun, the enormous island that represented Golden Lion's Flying Pirate Crew could be seen slowly drifting toward them.

On the bow deck, the strong sea breeze buffeted Golden Lion's imposing frame, making his cloak flutter and snap.

Behind Shiki stood his only two remaining subordinates: the ship's doctor, Dr. Indigo, and his pet gorilla, Scarl.

Neither dared to speak, intimidated by the oppressive aura their captain, Shiki, exuded.

Fortunately, Shiki clenched his fists just then, feeling the strength in his body, and spoke with a wild look on his face.

"Dr. Indigo, your medicine works well. I've never felt better!"

Dr. Indigo replied with a troubled expression.

"Boss Shiki, while this medicine can temporarily suppress the effects of your head injury and restore your strength to its peak, you absolutely must not fight for too long. If you do, it will cause irreversible side effects, leaving you prone to bouts of confusion and blank staring."

"I understand! But if I don't win this next battle, there won't be any point in worrying about the future."

At that, Dr. Indigo could hardly say anything more. Scarl, on the other hand, beat his chest excitedly.

Just then, Saba Island came clearly into view, but there was nothing on the surrounding sea.

"Could that fellow from the Sky Pirate Crew be too afraid to