Sabo's Omniscient Domain operated at full power amidst the vast and tragic cosmic signals, combining the Revolutionary Army's intelligence network with information on the internal movements of the World Government provided by Tesoro, and finally locked onto a key target—the " Coruscant Ring ".
It is not a natural planet, but a vast artificial ring-shaped world built around an ancient star, renowned for its thriving trade, neutral stance, and unique ring-shaped ecosystem. Because of its neutrality and prosperity, it has become a hub for information exchange and a bellwether for public opinion in the surrounding star systems. The World Government's "Order Purification Special Operation" has chosen this place as a key target for deterrence, and a massive space fleet is en route to suppress it, intending to turn the Coruscant Ring into a stage for showcasing the "Iron Fist of Order."
"That's it!" Sabo pointed to the dazzling ring on the star map. "Stopping them will shatter Imu's deterrence strategy to the greatest extent possible, showing the entire universe that their 'iron fist' is not invincible!"
With its Pluton engine at full power, it tore through space and precisely leaped to the strategic airspace outside the Coruscant Ring, blocking the World Government fleet's main Sea Route into the ring's gravity well.
However, when they emerged from the jump space, the scene before them made everyone's hearts sink.
The World Government's fleet was far larger than expected, consisting not only of conventional battleships and cruisers, but also three uniquely designed and imposing flagships, each representing the highest combat power of the Marine Headquarters (Space Force)—the flagships of the Three Admirals!
• Sakazuki's flagship, "Magma Core ": Dark Akainu in color, radiating terrifyingly high temperatures, resembling a moving volcano.
• Kizaru 'Borsalino flagship "Ama no Ama no Murakumo Light ": Streamlined design, covered with light-reflecting plates, extremely fast, and appearing and disappearing intermittently.
• Aokiji 'Kuzan flagship, " Frozen Throne ": The ship's hull is covered in ice that never melts, and the surrounding airspace is filled with icy dust.
Even more unsettling, several unmarked, jet-black stealth warships quietly emerged from the shadows of the fleet formation—CP0's newest assassination and infiltration ships, Black Shadow "Kage no Sen".
"As expected... Imu is serious." Sabo's expression was extremely solemn. " The Three Admirals plus the elite of CP0... this is to completely wipe us out along with the Coruscant Ring!"
"Once you're here, you're not leaving!" Ace was engulfed in flames, his fighting spirit soaring. "Perfect timing to test my new power!"
Luffy tightened his Straw Hat, his eyes sharp. "Smash them all away!"
Allen's Time Perception swept across the enemy fleet. "They've deployed spatial locks and interference fields to prevent us from jumping away. This is a head-on battle."
Tesoro took a deep breath, and gold began to flow across his body. "Let my gold add some luster to this grand feast."
Without any preamble, the battle erupted instantly!
First wave of engagement: Area clear!
" Meteor Volcano!" " Yasakani no Magatama!" " Ice Age!"
The flagship main cannons of the Three Admirals roared simultaneously! Countless giant molten lava fists, dense light bullets, and extreme cold ice waterfalls, like a destructive tide, covered the entire airspace where Pluton was located! They intended to severely injure or even destroy Pluton in one blow!
" Pluton - Ark Barrier!" Sabo manipulated the Pluton defense system, combining the protective energy of the Temporal Resonance Crystal Ore and the Whispers of All Spirits to erect a massive composite shield!
A devastating surge of energy slammed into the shield, unleashing a blinding light that could illuminate the stars! The shield trembled violently, but stubbornly held on!
"Counterattack!" Ace roared, " Flame of World Purification - Star Swirl!" A highly compressed vortex of white flame flew out of the ship, accurately crashing into the enemy fleet and instantly engulfing several escort ships!
Luffy launched himself into Gear Fourth Boundman form, unleashing " Gum-Gum: Murder of Crows Cannon!" Countless fist shadows, wreathed in Haki, slammed into the approaching enemy ship.
Tesoro piloted the golden ship equipment temporarily separated from Pluton, unleashing "Golden Divine Fire - Scatter!" Countless golden beams shot towards the enemy formation.
Elite Invasion: A Battle of Generals!
However, the goals of the Three Admirals and CP0 were clearly not limited to naval battles.
• " Akainu " Sakazuki transformed into a lava behemoth, bursting through the smoke and dust of the explosion, and punched the Pluton Deck: "Stubborn pirate scum! Turn to ashes!"
Ace charged forward. "Your magma is not as pure as my flames! Fire Fist!" The blazing white flames and dark red magma collided fiercely, the terrifying heat distorting even space itself!
• " Kizaru " Borsalino transformed into a golden light, appearing above the bridge of Pluton at near-instantaneous speed, his fingers gathering deadly points of light. "Speed is power~ Have you ever been kicked at the speed of light?"
Allen Time Acceleration, narrowly pushing Sabo, while his Time Slowdown Field enveloped Kizaru: "Your speed is not insurmountable in my time!" Silver and golden light clashed rapidly in the air, each collision causing subtle ripples in time.
• " Aokiji " Kuzan froze his path, walking on ice, even causing frost to form on Pluton ' shield in his wake. "The moment of icy judgment has arrived."
Luffy's rubber arm, wrapped in top-tier Armament Haki, smashed through the ice. "Cold-blooded guy! Gum-Gum King Kong Gun!" Extreme power clashed fiercely with absolute low temperature.
CP0's elite agents (including captains with strength comparable to Admiral ) are like phantoms, using stealth technology to attempt to infiltrate Pluton and carry out sabotage and decapitation operations.
Sabo's Dragon Claw Fist and Tesoro's Golden Giant (temporarily created using Pluton Metal) joined forces in a fierce close-quarters battle against CP0 in the corridor! Sabo's Omniscient Domain: Prediction attacks, while Tesoro's Golden Giant constantly shifted forms to hinder his opponent. "Don't even think about defiling this Ark!"
A battlefield variable: Pluton ' Awakening!
The battle reached a stalemate. The Three Admirals were incredibly powerful and coordinated perfectly, while CP0 was unpredictable and difficult to defend against. Although the individual strength of the allied forces had greatly improved, they still felt immense pressure facing such a formidable lineup.
At the critical moment, Pluton ' own consciousness seemed to be ignited by the fierce battle and the will to protect! All the ancient patterns on the ship's hull burst forth with unprecedented light!
Whispers of All Spirits - Mental Shock! Targeted mental waves swept over the CP0 agents, instantly freezing their movements, allowing Sabo and Tesoro to seize the opportunity and repel them.
• Time Resonance • Spacetime Anchoring! Allen felt a surge of pure time energy, which greatly enhanced his ability to slow down Kizaru, even briefly "pinning down" the flow of time in a small area!
• Blessing of the Emerald Star • Life-Sucking Resistance! When Aokiji's chilling aura attempted to freeze life energy, the life-giving radiance emanating from Pluton effectively counteracted some of the effects, allowing Luffy to fight for longer.
• Gold Guiding • Energy Refraction! Tesoro discovers that his gold ability can better guide the energy of Pluton. He transforms the gold into a giant lens, refracting and deflecting some of Kizaru's light bullets and Akainu's scattered magma back!
Pluton is no longer just a platform or tool; it has truly begun to act as a comrade-in-arms, deeply involved in the battle!
"Damn it! This Ancient Weapon actually..." Akainu forced Ace back with a punch, and looking at Pluton and the allied forces who were getting stronger and stronger, his face became even more gloomy.
"How terrifying~ To be able to combine with Pluton to this extent~" Kizaru's tone was still flippant, but his movements were noticeably more cautious.
Aokiji remained silent, but the area of the frozen space expanded once more.
CP0 agents once again disappeared into the shadows, seeking their next opportunity.
The battle has entered a fierce stage, and the balance of power is swaying slightly. The survival of the Coruscant Ring and the future direction of public opinion in the universe seem to hinge on this brutal defensive battle.