"I don't know where Hawk-Eye is," Crocus said, "but if you want a weapon that suits you, I know where to go."
"Some country known for making weapons, I'm guessing?"
It was only natural for Rubick to think so. The geography of this world had shaped its cultures that way.
"Exactly," Crocus said. "It's called Forging Island. The sword Roger carried, Ace, was made by craftsmen there."
"I thought Wano Country was known for forging too," Kalifa said. "Most of the fine swords still around were made by its craftsmen."
"That's true," Crocus said, "but they specialize in samurai swords. Weapons like Hawk-Eye's Black Blade Yoru, Red-Haired's Griffin, and Roger's Ace aren't things they could make."
"So if you want something custom-made," Crocus concluded, "Forging Island is where you need to go."
Rubick smiled. "And you have an Eternal Pose for Forging Island?"
Crocus told him to wait a moment and went into the lighthouse. A little while later, he came back with an Eternal Pose.
"As it happens, I do! Haha."
Rubick took the Eternal Pose for Forging Island and thanked him.
"Follow the route through Wild Pineapple Island," Crocus said. "Once you reach the fourth island, use the Eternal Pose. That'll be easier."
Rubick brought out a case of Moutai. "You've been a huge help. This is the best liquor from my homeland. Consider it a thank-you gift."
Crocus opened a bottle and took a sniff, then laughed heartily. "Now that's good liquor!"
After spending the night at Twin Cape, Rubick set sail with Kalifa early the next morning.
With clear skies and a fair wind, Rubick decided to make a straight run for it.
Pagaya had personally modified his boat to run on gasoline. Rubick sat at the bow as though riding a motorcycle, his right foot