Arc 1Zou’s Battle and Departure

Kakarot built a close-knit training group on Zou, then led them through a battle against Cipher Pol after Yabo revealed the fate of Lina’s family. With the invasion repelled and Lina recovering, Kakarot and his companions prepared to sail.

  • Kakarot arrived on Zou, where Lina adopted him and Lilith welcomed him as her little brother.
  • Kakarot joined Yingyue’s reserve squad, impressed the team in training, awakened Armament Haki, and became its captain.
  • Kakarot and his companions trained in the Six Powers, Haki, and Sulong forms, then agreed to set sail together.
  • After Yabo revealed that Lia had died and others were imprisoned in Mary Geoise, Kakarot promised to rescue them and oppose the World Government.
  • Kakarot warned Zou of the approaching Cipher Pol force and coordinated with the Guard Corps as the invasion began.
  • Kakarot and the others fought across Zou, and Lilith killed her opponent before Kakarot went to help Lina against the CP0 Deputy Chief.
  • After Lina was badly wounded, Kakarot transformed into a Super Saiyan and killed the Deputy Chief, then gave Lina his blood to stabilize her.
  • As Lina recovered and the Mink Tribe prepared for further threats, Kakarot’s group toasted their voyage and readied the ship to sail.
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Ch. 1First arrival in the pirate world

During Zou’s Benevolence Rain, Lilith spotted a child falling into the forest, and Iris rescued him and brought him to Cook’s clinic. The boy, Rot, woke to discover he had a Saiyan’s tail and memories of another life, then recognized the people around him as Minks from One Piece.

  • Lilith saw a child fall from the sky toward the Left Belly Forest and alerted Iris.
  • Iris flew into the forest, found the injured boy with a monkey’s tail, and carried him to Cook’s clinic.
  • Cook examined the boy and found only a few scratches, despite the fall.
  • Rot woke in the clinic, discovered his tail, and recovered memories revealing that he was a Saiyan who had transmigrated.
  • Rot entered the clinic’s main hall and recognized Iris, Lilith, and Cook as people from the One Piece world.

Ch. 2Saiya Kakarot

Saiya Kakarot convinced Iris, Cook, Lilith, and Lina that he was a lost Mink child and was welcomed into Lilith’s family on Zou. After settling into his new room, he examined his Saiyan abilities and fell asleep dreaming of his future.

  • Kakarot told Lilith and Iris that he was an orphan named Saiya Kakarot, and Iris explained that he was on Zou and belonged to the Monkey Mink Tribe.
  • Kakarot claimed he had suffered while searching for Zou, and Iris allowed him to stay with Lilith, who eagerly declared him her little brother.
  • Cook gave Lilith medicine for Kakarot’s injuries, while Iris left to report the situation to her captain.
  • Lilith brought Kakarot home, and Lina welcomed him into the family and prepared a room for him.
  • Kakarot studied his reflection and recalled his Saiyan abilities, including ki manipulation and the Great Ape transformation, before falling asleep.

Ch. 3Zou

After his injuries healed, Kakarot settled into life with Lina and Lilith on Zou, learning about the island and its dangers. He planned to begin training, while Lina hoped he and Lilith would grow up happily and protect each other.

  • Iris told Pelosi that Lina had adopted Kakarot, and Pelosi agreed to let the boy stay with Lina while the guards observed him.
  • Kakarot woke to find his injuries healed, then joined Lina and Lilith for dinner and promised himself he would protect them.
  • Kakarot asked about Zou, and Lilith and Lina explained its location, forests, rain, and the danger of transforming into Sulong form under a full moon.
  • Kakarot reflected on his improved memory and planned to explore Zou for places to train.
  • Lina watched over Lilith and thought that Kakarot could become a sincere protector and companion for her daughter.

Ch. 4The Forest Guard Squad

Kakarot went with Lilith to her reserve squad’s training ground, where instructor Yingyue invited him to try out for the group. After the squad welcomed him, Yingyue announced a test and a competition to choose a new captain.

  • Kakarot and Lilith searched for treasure after Zunesha’s Benevolence Rain, then headed to training when Lilith remembered she had missed the previous day.
  • Lilith explained the Mink Tribe’s Forest Guard Squad and reserve squads to Kakarot during their run to the Elephant Leg Rock Area.
  • Yingyue heard why Lilith had missed training, told her she would punish her later, and invited Kakarot to join the reserve squad if he passed a test.
  • The reserve squad members arrived, and Lilith introduced Kakarot to Vian, Simba, Ailik, and Emily.
  • Yingyue announced that Kakarot would be tested and that the squad would hold a competition to decide whether someone would replace Lilith as captain.

Ch. 5Testing and combat (part one)

Yingyue brought Kakarot and the others to Black Ironstone Mountain to test their strength, where Kakarot surprised everyone by reaching 100 Doriki at age ten. The group completed their tests, and Yingyue announced that sparring matches would follow lunch.

  • Yingyue led the group to Black Ironstone Mountain and instructed Kakarot to strike the rock face.
  • Kakarot's punch left a two-millimeter mark, earning him 100 Doriki and praise from Yingyue.
  • Lilith tested her strength at 110 Doriki and her electricity at 150 Doriki, while Simba scored 105 and 135 Doriki respectively.
  • Ailik scored 200 Doriki with a punch and 300 with Savage Bull Charge, though Yingyue noted that his charge was easy to dodge.
  • Vian scored 105 Doriki with her blades and 80 in raw strength, while Emily scored 120 with an electrified arrow and 90 in physical strength.
  • Yingyue ended the tests, praised the group's progress, and said they would have lunch before afternoon sparring matches.

Ch. 6Testing and combat (II)

Kakarot introduced the Mokomo Dukedom group to spicy venison, then joined their combat training and defeated Vian as his fighting experience rapidly improved. Yingyue continued organizing duels, and after Simba defeated Emily, Lilith and Ailik were called up to fight.

  • Kakarot seasoned roasted venison with chili and other herbs, and everyone eagerly ate the spicy meal.
  • Yingyue arranged combat training in a fifty-by-fifty dueling area and paired Kakarot against Vian.
  • Kakarot adapted quickly to Vian's attacks, and Yingyue stopped his decisive strike and declared him the winner.
  • Kakarot discovered his wounds had healed and his strength had improved as Lilith teased him about being stronger.
  • Simba used electricity to outmaneuver Emily and knock her outside the dueling area, after which Yingyue called Lilith and Ailik to fight.

Ch. 7Testing and combat (III)

Kakarot fought Simba and Lilith during the Mink Tribe’s combat tests, and his rapid recovery and growing strength astonished the others. Under pressure from Lilith, he awakened and learned to control the energy Yingyue identified as Armament Haki, then defeated her and discovered that his Saiyan ki worked as Haki in this world.

  • Yingyue declared Emily and Vian’s evenly matched fight a draw after they both suffered injuries.
  • Kakarot defeated Simba by enduring his electrical attacks, adapting to the shocks, and growing stronger as his wounds healed.
  • Kakarot recovered quickly and challenged Lilith, who overwhelmed him with her speed and electricity.
  • Kakarot forced the mysterious energy inside him into his fist, sending Lilith flying and surprising Yingyue.
  • Kakarot mastered the energy well enough to strengthen his body and knock Lilith out of the arena.
  • Yingyue explained that Kakarot had awakened Armament Haki, and Kakarot realized his Saiyan ki was Haki in this world.

Ch. 8Yingyue began training

Kakarot became captain of the young Mink Tribe training group, and Yingyue guided him and his friends as they began disciplined training. Kakarot, Lilith, and the others worked to strengthen their bodies and control their electric current, while Yingyue also pushed herself to improve.

  • Yingyue explained that the others could awaken Armament Haki by strengthening their bodies, and she appointed Kakarot captain of the team.
  • After training, Yingyue hugged Lilith and Kakarot, then stayed overnight at Lilith's house, where she wrapped herself around them in her sleep and left them exhausted by morning.
  • At the training grounds, Yingyue assessed everyone's weaknesses and instructed them to build their bodies and improve their electric-current control.
  • Kakarot began rigorous daily exercises, punched boulders, and endured impacts against rocks to toughen his body.
  • Lilith adopted a steadier training regimen focused on physical exercises and precise electric-current control, while Vian, Emily, Simba, and Ailik trained alongside them.
  • Yingyue increased her training load and began combining her swordsmanship with her understanding and use of Haki.

Ch. 9A year later, tremendous progress

Over the course of a year, Kakarot and his companions made major gains through intense training, developing their strength, combat skills, and special abilities. The chapter ended with everyone gathering to eat the meal Kakarot had prepared.

  • Kakarot grew from 1.4 meters to 1.8 meters and learned to withstand the dangerous mountain-jumping training with only minor injuries.
  • Lilith strengthened her body and self-healing through repeated collisions with boulders, while Ailik improved his strength and speed with mountain jumps and weighted runs.
  • Simba trained tirelessly and made remarkable progress, while Vian approached the Iron-Cutting Realm and Emily refined her archery and awakened Observation Haki.
  • Yingyue advanced within the Swordmaster realm, learned to unleash a Flying Slash, and helped Vian improve her swordsmanship.
  • Kakarot cooked as he trained his arm, and Yingyue joined the others before everyone ate together until they were full.

Ch. 10Testing and Plans

Kakarot and the others tested their strength after a year of training, and Yingyue revealed that she had reached 2,300 Doriki. They decided to begin learning Haki, controlling their Sulong forms, and training in the Marines’ Six Powers, but first agreed to take a few days off and play together.

  • Kakarot, Lilith, Ailik, Simba, Vian, and Emily tested their physical strength and assessed their combat abilities.
  • Yingyue struck Black Ironstone Mountain and revealed that her strength had reached 2,300 Doriki, shocking the others and inspiring them to grow stronger.
  • Kakarot urged everyone to begin learning Haki, and Yingyue said they should also learn to control their Sulong forms.
  • Kakarot explained the Marines’ Six Powers and recommended that everyone learn Soru and Geppo, with exceptions for Emily based on her flying and Observation Haki.
  • Yingyue called for a few days of rest, and everyone agreed to meet in the bustling streets the next day to play.

Ch. 11Leisure time, dreams

Kakarot and his friends spent a lively day shopping and celebrating in the Mokomo Dukedom, then gathered around a campfire to share their dreams. They agreed to set sail together when they were seventeen.

  • Kakarot bought the latest newspaper from Uncle Austo, but found no worthwhile news in it.
  • Kakarot and the others explored the shopping street, where Lilith examined a crystal ball, Vian tried a sword, and the group enjoyed food and clothes stalls.
  • The friends joined a celebration in the square, dancing together before ending their outing and agreeing to have a picnic.
  • Around the campfire, Lilith, Simba, Emily, Vian, Ailik, Yingyue, Iris, and Lina shared their dreams for the future.
  • Kakarot said he wanted to become the world's strongest person and live freely at sea with his friends, and everyone promised to set sail together at seventeen.

Ch. 12The Kozuki and the Mink Tribe: The Upheaval a Century Ago

Kakarot asked Aunt Lina about the Mink Tribe’s loyalty to the Kozuki Clan and learned that the tribe’s past included a failed rebellion and the near-extermination of its supporters. Reassured that Lina’s group sought to live peacefully and explore the wider world, he decided to teach Lilith and the others an ideological class and began writing its program.

  • Kakarot worried that Lilith and the others might adopt the Mink Tribe’s loyalty to the Kozuki Clan and asked Aunt Lina to explain its history.
  • Lina told Kakarot that the Tiger King, Lion King, and Bear King had opposed serving the Kozuki Clan, but the dog and cat tribes betrayed them and helped the Moonlight Family kill the three kings.
  • Lina explained that the tiger and lion tribes survived on Zou by keeping a low profile and allowing marriages with humans, while many supporters of the three kings sought lives overseas.
  • Kakarot asked whether Lina’s group planned to change the situation by force, and Lina said they were content to live peacefully and yearned for a wider world.
  • Kakarot decided to teach Lilith and the others an ideological class after breakfast each morning, and that evening he began writing an ideological program for them.

Ch. 13Lessons in ideology, firm convictions, and striving to grow stronger

Kakarot taught his friends about the ideals of a prosperous, egalitarian country and urged them to build a similar world themselves. Over the following years, they trained and mastered the Six Powers, Haki, and Sulong forms, while Kakarot also discovered the overwhelming power of his Great Ape transformation.

  • Kakarot described a country shaped by equality, justice, unity, and hard work, then told his friends they could build a similar world in the Mokomo Dukedom.
  • Lina asked to share Kakarot’s ideas with their companions, and he gave her his red notebook of ideological notes to copy.
  • Iris joined Kakarot’s training, and Yingyue and Iris taught the group about Haki before Kakarot advised them to practice Iron Body.
  • After six months, the group had learned the Six Powers, and Kakarot and Lilith had also mastered Life Return; a year later, they had awakened Armament and Observation Haki.
  • The group mastered Sulong forms through resolve and practice, while Kakarot developed a new use for Armament Haki but could only enter his Great Ape form under a full moon.
  • When Kakarot first transformed into a Great Ape, the others were stunned by his greatly increased strength, and Lina helped subdue him after he lost his reason.

Ch. 14Five years later

Five years after developing Martial Arts Will, Kakarot and his companions had reached a training bottleneck and wanted to leave Zou to gain experience. He decided to set sail a few months early, leaving the group excited to begin their journey.

  • Kakarot trained with his Mountain-Crushing Fist Intent while Lilith, Vian, Yingyue, and the others discussed their stalled progress in martial arts and swordsmanship.
  • Lilith and Emily urged Kakarot to let the group go to sea, saying their Haki training had reached a bottleneck and they needed real combat experience.
  • Kakarot recalled that Aunt Lina had sent many companions away from the Mink Tribe, but he remained troubled by a premonition telling him to stay on Zou.
  • Kakarot decided the group would set sail a few months early and told everyone to prepare, saying he already had a ship.
  • The group celebrated the decision, while Kakarot recalled that he had secretly flown from Zou as a bounty hunter and earned several hundred million Beli.

Ch. 15Lilith's dad

Kakarot reviewed recent events and considered recruiting Bullet before an alarm summoned him, Lilith, and Lina to Cook's clinic. There, the badly wounded Yabo told Lina that her sister Lia was dead and the others were imprisoned in Mary Geoise.

  • Kakarot recalled the major events from 1492 to 1496 and decided he would try to recruit Bullet when he set sail.
  • An alarm sounded from Cook's clinic, and Kakarot joined Lilith and Aunt Lina as they waited for news.
  • Pelosi told them that Yabo was gravely wounded and wanted to see Lina and Lilith.
  • Kakarot, Lilith, and Lina rushed to Cook's clinic, where they found Yabo badly injured.
  • Yabo told Lina that Lia was dead and the others were still imprisoned in Mary Geoise.

Ch. 16Zou's crisis and the spark of revenge

Lina revealed that she was Lilith’s aunt and that Lilith’s mother, Lia, had died after Celestial Dragons captured and tortured her and Yabo. After Yabo died, Kakarot promised to protect Lilith and Lina, while Zou prepared for a possible attack by the World Government.

  • Lina told Lilith that her mother was Lia, her identical older sister, and Yabo explained that Celestial Dragons had captured their group and tortured Lia to death.
  • Yabo recounted escaping captivity at Sabaody after a burst of Conqueror’s Haki gave him the chance to kill his enslaver, and warned Lina to tell Mao Changrong to protect Zou.
  • Yabo died after saying goodbye to Lilith and Lina, and Lilith vowed to avenge her parents with Kakarot’s support.
  • Kakarot informed Mao Changrong of the threat, prompting him to mobilize the Guard Corps and increase patrols across Zou.
  • A World Government agent tracked Yabo to Zou and reported the giant elephant to his superior.
  • The deputy chief of CP0 ordered ten elite agents, fifty regular agents, and five hundred other agents to deploy against Zou.

Ch. 17CP0 agents attack

After learning that the Celestial Dragons had taken their loved ones to Mary Geoise, Kakarot awakened Conqueror’s Haki and vowed to avenge them. When a World Government ship approached Zou days later, he warned the Guard Corps and organized everyone to meet the attack.

  • Lilith and Aunt Lina told Kakarot and the others that their loved ones had been captured, prompting Kakarot to awaken Conqueror’s Haki and promise to rescue them and overthrow the World Government.
  • Lina offered Lilith the choice of calling her Mom or Auntie, and Lilith chose Auntie as the group united to face the danger ahead.
  • Kakarot spotted a World Government ship approaching Zou and attacked it with Tailed Beast Balls, but the CP0 Deputy Chief blocked them with Rankyaku.
  • Kakarot returned to Zou and warned the Guard Corps that the enemy was coming, while Pelosi and the others prepared to fight.
  • Mao Changrong appeared and said that he and Quan Xiao would handle the strongest enemy, while Kakarot assigned Iris and Emily to provide air support and the others to fight head-on.

Ch. 18The Mink Tribe vs. Cipher Pol (Part One)

The Mink Tribe and Kakarot’s allies fought Cipher Pol as the World Government attacked Zou under Saint Logfitt’s orders. Lina joined the kings in holding off CP0’s deputy chief, while the other defenders battled Cipher Pol’s elite fighters.

  • A CP0 deputy chief ordered his forces to capture Minks as slaves and bring them to the Holy Land after Saint Logfitt’s call.
  • Duke Quan Xiao ordered the archers to fire on Cipher Pol as its members climbed the elephant’s legs, while Iris and Emily attacked from the air.
  • Kakarot identified the enemy’s powerful lineup, and Mao Changrong and Quan Xiao led the defenders into battle.
  • Mao Changrong and Quan Xiao activated their Sulong forms to face the CP0 deputy chief, and Lina joined them, wounded him, and steadied the fight.
  • Lilith fought a striped-tiger Zoan user, while Vian and Yingyue clashed with CP0 Swordmasters.
  • Simba and Ailik used the Six Powers and their Sulong forms to hold off their opponents as the Guard Corps fought across the battlefield.

Ch. 19The Mink Tribe vs. Cipher Pol (Part Two)

Kakarot defeated a CP0 member by secretly using Internal Destruction, then watched the other battles as Lilith broke through to Heaven-Splitting Claw Intent and killed her opponent. After Lilith collapsed from exhaustion, Kakarot carried her to safety and rushed to help Aunt Lina.

  • Kakarot fought a CP0 member, endured his Six Powers attacks, and killed him with a punch using Internal Destruction.
  • Kakarot surveyed the battlefield and saw that more than three hundred Mink Tribe fighters and over a hundred Cipher Pol members had fallen.
  • Lilith broke through to Heaven-Splitting Claw Intent during her fight and overwhelmed the tiger opponent with her strengthened attacks.
  • Lilith killed the tiger with a claw strike to the throat, then collapsed after exhausting her stamina.
  • Kakarot carried Lilith to a safer corner and raced toward Aunt Lina's battlefield to help her.

Ch. 20Mink Tribe vs. Cipher Pol (III)

Kakarot arrived as Lina and the two other fighters were overwhelmed by the CP0 Deputy Chief, then joined Lina in battling him in his Ancient Zoan Tyrannosaurus form. The Deputy Chief remained dominant and knocked Lina into the ground, leaving the fight unresolved.

  • Kakarot reached the battlefield and found the cat and dog defeated and Lina badly wounded.
  • Kakarot launched a Tailed Beast Ball at the CP0 Deputy Chief, forcing him to dodge and giving Lina a chance to retreat.
  • The CP0 Deputy Chief transformed into his Ancient Zoan Tyrannosaurus form and attacked Kakarot, who warned Lina that their enemy was tough.
  • Kakarot's Haki-coated punch collided with the Deputy Chief's claw, and the stronger dinosaur form sent Kakarot flying.
  • The Deputy Chief charged at Kakarot and Lina, and Lina lunged at his neck before his tail struck her and slammed her into the ground.

Ch. 21Transforming into a Super Saiyan (Part One)

Kakarot’s Super Tailed Beast Ball badly wounded the CP0 Deputy Chief, but left Kakarot nearly powerless. Lina tried to protect him and was eventually struck down, leaving her unable to move as the battle continued.

  • Kakarot attacked the CP0 Deputy Chief with a Super Tailed Beast Ball, and the blast wounded both fighters and devastated the battlefield.
  • As the exhausted Kakarot struggled to stand, Lina stepped between him and the CP0 Deputy Chief and told him to recover.
  • Lina fought the CP0 Deputy Chief despite her injuries, but her stamina steadily ran out.
  • The CP0 Deputy Chief struck Lina across the chest, sending her crashing into a crater.
  • Lina reverted from her Sulong form and lay unable to move, badly injured.

Ch. 22Transforming into a Super Saiyan (Part Two)

Kakarot transformed into a Super Saiyan in his grief over Lina, defeated the CP0 Deputy Chief, and used his blood to stabilize Lina’s life. After Kakarot and Lina were taken to Cook’s clinic, the Mink Tribe celebrated its victory as the surviving Cipher Pol agents retreated.

  • Kakarot transformed into a Super Saiyan and struck the CP0 Deputy Chief with a powerful punch.
  • Kakarot killed the CP0 Deputy Chief with a Super Tailed Beast Ball, then collapsed beside Lina from exhaustion and injuries.
  • Kakarot gave Lina his blood, which stabilized her fading heartbeat and saved her life for the time being.
  • Lilith and Iris found Kakarot and Lina; Kakarot asked them to treat Lina before passing out.
  • The Mink Tribe drove back most of the Cipher Pol members, though some escaped, and then treated the wounded.

Ch. 23Awakening

The Five Elders learned that CP0’s mission against the Mink Tribe had ended in disaster, while Kakarot and his companions recovered on Zou. After Kakarot woke and regained his strength, Lina awoke and suddenly clung to him, calling him her daddy.

  • Saint Jaygarcia Saturn demanded an explanation for CP0’s defeat, and Wells reported that survivors had seen powerful Haki and a massive explosion before the battlefield went silent.
  • Saint Topman Warcury ordered Wells to have Cipher Pol investigate the Mink Tribe and monitor any Minks at sea, while the Five Elders told the Navy to eliminate Mink pirate crews if the opportunity arose.
  • On Zou, Lilith, Yingyue, Vian, Emily, Simba, and Ailik discussed how the battle had improved their skills and combat experience as Kakarot and Lina recovered.
  • Kakarot woke, checked that Lina was safe, and ate a large meal, discovering that his physique and Armament Haki had grown stronger.
  • Lina woke, called Kakarot “Daddy,” and clung to him as he tried to stop her from kissing him, leaving Lilith and the others shocked and concerned.

Ch. 24Miraculous Blood

Doctor Cook and Yueli explained that Kakarot’s blood was stimulating Lina’s cells and helping her recover, though it also made her cling to him like a child. Kakarot, Lina, and Lilith went home and shared his bed for the night, with Lilith keeping watch before they all fell asleep.

  • Kakarot revealed that he had given Lina some of his blood when she was badly wounded, and Doctor Cook said it likely caused her unusual behavior.
  • Yueli reassured everyone that the cells from Kakarot’s blood were accelerating Lina’s healing, and Doctor Cook introduced her as his accomplished apprentice.
  • After Lina ate all the food and began digesting it with Life Return, everyone relaxed and chatted with Yueli about her medical studies on Drum Island.
  • Iris teased Kakarot about Lina calling him Daddy, and Lilith hurried him home with Lina.
  • Lina refused to sleep without Kakarot, so Lilith joined them in his room to keep watch as Lina fell asleep in his arms.
  • Lilith soon drifted off too, and Kakarot gently drew her closer before closing his eyes beside them.

Ch. 25Preparations before setting sail

Lina recovered from the effects of Kakarot’s blood and agreed to sail with Kakarot and Lilith. After two weeks of preparations and vigilance against the World Government, the group celebrated their departure, set for the next day.

  • Lina woke beside Kakarot, apologized for her behavior, and asked him to call her big sister Lina; Lilith noticed Lina looked younger and fresher.
  • Lina contacted Shu Laibao, who confirmed the ship and supplies were ready and reported that the Mink Tribe’s trading fleets were safe.
  • Over the following two weeks, the Mink Tribe stayed alert for a World Government attack while Quan Xiao and Mao Changrong searched for Inuarashi and Cat Viper; Kakarot kept watch on the news and concealed what he knew about the missing princes.
  • Cook agreed to let Yueli sail with Kakarot’s group so she could explore and learn medical techniques.
  • Kakarot and his companions gathered around a bonfire, toasted their voyage, and prepared to set sail the next day.
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