"Idol, let me introduce myself first. My name is Feng Yi, an Imitation Fruit Ability User just reached level 30. I've also inherited some of the original Imitation Fruit user's strength from the Pirate King world—his name was Bon Clay."
Feng Yi spoke excitedly: "At level 30, I feel my strength has improved significantly. Bon Clay's own abilities were quite formidable, so for this Mystic Realm, I'll give my all to help you clear it, idol. I definitely won't hold you back."
Feng Yi was utterly serious, genuinely wanting to assist Ye Yu out of gratitude. He also felt incredibly fortunate to have reached level 30—otherwise, his strength wouldn't have been substantial, given that his fruit's abilities weren't offensive or supportive and lacked direct damage.
Before this, his combat prowess had always been mediocre. Even with diligent training, he understood that without relying on his fruit or inheriting a Non-Ability User's traits, significant improvement was difficult. But now, things were different, and he couldn't be more relieved—otherwise, he would've been dead weight.
Ye Yu thought to himself, "As I suspected—an Imitation Fruit user."
Among the people Ye Yu admired in the Pirate world, Bon Clay was undoubtedly one of them. Despite being a drag queen, he was every bit a true man.
The burly man then introduced himself: "My name is Xiong Houdao, a Paw-Paw Fruit Ability User, just reached level 31. I've also inherited some of Bartholomew Kuma's strength. In the Pirate world, Bartholomew Kuma was one of the original Seven Warlords of the Sea."
Upon hearing this, Feng Yi was stunned and exclaimed, "A Chosen One—and a top-tier one at that!"
Only after the introductions did Feng Yi recognize him. After all, Xiong Houdao and the Paw-Paw Fruit were quite renowned in this world. He was a top-tier Chosen One and had even established a powerful Pirate Crew.
Ye Yu's eyes lit up—a Paw-Paw Fruit user! In the Pirate world, this ability was incredibly potent.
The Ability User could generate soft, paw-like cushions on their palms, capable of repelling any force—within their limits of endurance.
These paw pads could repel anything, whether actively or passively, with the speed of repulsion adjustable by the user. At its peak, the repulsion speed could even reach the speed of light.
Moreover, it could repel fatigue, pain, and other afflictions. Once repelled, these would take on a three-dimensional paw-shaped form, with colors varying based on the nature of what was repelled—transparent for repelled air, semi-transparent red for repelled damage.
The ability could also "slap" living beings away, teleporting targets through space. The slapped individuals would be sent flying into the sky, enveloped in bear-paw-shaped shockwaves, and would travel for three days and nights before landing at a destination known only to the Ability User.
Thus, the Paw-Paw Fruit was an immensely powerful ability, versatile and comprehensive. If not for Bartholomew Kuma's modifications in the original story, his strength would have made him nearly impossible to control.
In short, their Mystic Realm teammates were quite impressive.
At that moment, across many Mystic Realms, some were delighted while others sighed in disappointment.
Those who were happy had strong teammates, while those who sighed naturally had weaker ones.
But soon, they learned that teammates' strength had minimal impact—because the first challenge was tailored to individual capabilities, designed only to push them beyond their limits.
This brought relief to many, but concerns lingered—what about the second and third challenges? Wouldn't weaker teammates become a liability then?
At this point, another piece of information was revealed: the subsequent two trials were not tests of a teammate's strength, nor were they related to the power level of one's companions.
This put everyone at ease. It meant there was no such thing as "dragging the team down." It seemed the trials were about whether each individual could break through their own limits—testing perseverance.
Then came the final piece of information: those who passed the first trial could choose to withdraw or continue when facing the second trial. If they chose to continue, a team from the Mystic Realm would descend upon them. The strength of this team would be determined by the challenger's own power—the stronger the challenger, the more formidable the opposing team would be, potentially ranking among the strongest in the entire Mystic Realm.
Once this team appeared, the challenger would have to engage in an all-out clash with them. This was the second trial's challenge. Survive, and proceed to the third trial. Die, and fail.
This made everyone realize:
"Would anyone even choose to continue?"
"If they manage to pass, they'd probably be at their limit already, exhausted and weak."
"But the opposing team might also be weakened."
Soon, another revelation shook everyone: for the first trial, participants could choose not to take part at all and wait directly for the second trial's challenge—but they would receive no rewards.
Alternatively, they could participate in the first trial without needing to clear it, withdrawing at any time.
Whether they succeeded or failed the first trial, they would be teleported to a waiting space. If only one person cleared the first trial, then after that person selected a team to face, those waiting in the space could leave. If ten people cleared it, then after ten teams were selected, the rest could depart.
Additionally, the selected team would only clash once with the strongest challenger in the Mystic Realm. If the other two teammates also cleared the first trial, then as long as the strongest challenger survived the clash, the other two could also proceed.
This made everyone understand why no information could be gathered beforehand—it was a rather complicated mechanism.
"I wonder if there's anyone strong enough to carry us."
"No wonder it doesn't matter how strong your teammates are—it all depends on the strongest one."
"I hope my teammates can pass and withstand the attack from a powerful team."
"Those who are weak should just give up. Even if they clear the first trial, the opposing team will still be selected from among the strongest."
Many began to feel that clearing the Mystic Realm was impossible—passing the first trial alone would already be an achievement.
But they weren't disheartened. After all, this was even more difficult than the Giants' Mystic Realm. If Ye Yu had struggled so much to clear it, what hope did they have?
At this moment, Lin Muxue fell into thought.
Her teammates were Hei Jie and an Ability User of the More-More Fruit.
Hei Jie sneered. "Lin Muxue, should we target Ye Yu? Our team is among the top-tier. There's a good chance we'll be selected to face him if he clears the first trial."
Lin Muxue frowned slightly. Of course, she wanted to—but was she sure Ye Yu would be the one at a disadvantage?
With a grave expression, she said, "His strength is still formidable right now. If I were a higher level, I'd gladly take the chance. But as things stand, even if the three of us clash with him once, we'd still lose. Besides, even if he clears the trial and is severely injured, wouldn't we be in just as bad a state after clearing it ourselves?"
Hei Jie suggested, "We could choose to maintain our condition during the first trial—no need to push for clearing it."
Lin Muxue's eyes brightened slightly—this was indeed feasible, allowing them to withdraw at any time. However, doing so would mean fewer rewards. To eliminate Ye Yu, sacrificing some rewards was acceptable, though there was no guarantee of being selected.
The More-More Fruit Ability User disagreed: "There's no need. I intend to give my all to pass the first stage. If I'm severely injured and get selected afterward, it would be too dangerous."
"Alright, never mind then."
Hei Jie didn't dwell on it further. After all, unanimity was required—either all three decided not to pass the first stage, keeping their conditions optimal, or if one was completely exhausted, going forward would be perilous.
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