New World, Thunder God Island.
This was one of the most dangerous islands in the New World.
After leaving Fish-Man Island, Thunder God Island was one of the destinations indicated by the New World Log Pose.
Due to the island's harsh weather and environment, most pirate crews that passed through Fish-Man Island would only make brief stops before leaving.
No one ventured deep into Thunder God Island.
However...
Fortunately, these pirates didn't explore further.
Otherwise, their journey in the New World might have ended right then and there.
"Tch, King-sama, this really isn't a place for humans!"
A member of the Beasts Pirates shivered as he watched the lightning streak across the sky.
Even battle-hardened pirates couldn't help but submit to the terrifying might of nature in the face of such extreme weather.
Of course... this didn't include their captain.
'Kaido of the Beasts.'
He was one of the few monsters in the world who would deliberately go out to bathe in the lightning strikes on this island.
Laughing while being struck by lightning.
At this moment, Kaido stood not far away, roaring at the sky.
"WORORORORO! Not enough! Give me more!"
"BOOM!"
Several more bolts of lightning struck down.
King covered his eyes helplessly.
"Sigh, Kaido-san is drunk again."
"Let him drink. On this island, only Kaido-sama can withstand lightning so easily... Since we haven't expanded our territory in so long, we should let him vent his battle lust, right?" The overly obese Queen said nearby, savoring a bowl of sickly sweet red bean soup.
"Ahhh, indulging in sugar is truly one of life's greatest pleasures."
"Maybe you should look at your belly... Be careful of diabetes." King rolled his eyes and ignored Queen, turning to walk into the safe zone.
Just like the eye of a tornado where there's no wind, the center of Thunder God Island was a large safe zone.
Unfortunately, very few pirate crews could reach this place.
The Roger Pirates of the past were one.
Now, the Beasts Pirates were another.
But the reason the Beasts Pirates could all enter the safe zone was thanks to their terrifyingly powerful captain, Kaido, who transformed into a massive azure dragon to shield everyone beneath him.
Though ruthless to enemies, Kaido was an exceptional leader to his loyal crew.
However... coming to Thunder God Island was a last resort.
After being ambushed by Kozuki Oden and his countless sword masters capable of cutting steel, and being driven out of Wano Country, the Beasts Pirates needed a new base.
After considering many locations, they finally chose Thunder God Island.
Despite the harsh environment, the inner safe zone was completely different.
Rich in resources, fertile land, and surrounded by lightning zones—it was a natural sanctuary.
Having spent two years here, there were occasional exchanges of intelligence with major pirate factions, especially Doflamingo's Donquixote Family and Big Mom's Pirates, but nothing substantial ever came of it.
However, Kaido himself rarely stayed on Thunder God Island as he did today.
Over these years, Kaido had become more of a lone wolf, rampaging through the New World with his overwhelming strength and nearly invincible body.
Though he appeared reckless and tyrannical, in truth, he was searching for ways to further strengthen the Beasts Pirates...
Thus, he had attempted to breach Egghead Island several times, only to be repelled by the Marines each time.
The reason? Egghead Island was guarded by "Kizaru" Borsalino and "Chaton" Tokikake.
Later, he traveled to the North Blue in search of Vinsmoke Judge, having heard of his expertise in Lineage Factor modification and his vast army of clone soldiers.
After meeting Vinsmoke Judge, Kaido obtained partial knowledge of Lineage Factor modification and promised greater rewards in exchange for the complete technology of Lineage Factor modification and clone soldier production.
But half a year ago, news broke of a coup in the Germa Kingdom—Vinsmoke Judge's rule had been overthrown, and he had died.
His queen consort took over the Germa Kingdom, a woman named "Angel D. Sora."
When he recently sent envoys to the new Germa Kingdom to demand the fulfillment of their agreement, he discovered that the kingdom had vanished from the North Blue without a trace.
This… enraged him beyond measure.
So, after drowning himself in booze, he stormed out of the safe zone and spread his arms in the most lightning-stricken area, embracing the raw power of nature.
Somehow, it felt as though an invisible hand was sabotaging his every move.
No matter what he did, it all ended in failure.
This feeling…
Was absolutely frustating.
"Fufufufufu! So the legendary 'Beasts' Kaido is the type to be so easily crushed by setbacks? If that's the case, I might have to seriously reconsider our partnership."
Kaido raised his head and looked ahead.
There stood the man known as "Joker" in the underworld, holding an umbrella woven from strings as he approached.
"You actually came in person?"
"Of course. You're the most powerful ally the Donquixote Family has ever had. To show my sincerity, I had to come myself."
Doflamingo stared at Kaido, bathed in lightning, and the monstrous, demonic aura radiating from him sent an instant chill down his spine.
This was the first time he had faced such a fully unleashed monster head-on.
Truly terrifying.
But… it was nothing compared to the psychological trauma Michael had inflicted on him long ago.
At the very least, he knew Kaido was his ally—meaning he didn't have to worry about this monster killing him before their cooperation was complete.
With that thought, as if suddenly enlightened, Doflamingo also raised his head and met Kaido's gaze without flinching.
In an instant, faint black lightning crackled through the air.
A clash of Conqueror's Haki!
Kaido's eyes widened sharply as his own Conqueror's Haki surged forward.
Doflamingo gritted his teeth and pressed on, but in the end…
He still fell short.
"There is a difference between 'Kings' and 'Emperors.''
''As a ruler, your caliber is still far inferior to mine, you flamingo brat!'' Kaido stood up, looking down at Doflamingo.
''But for someone like you, this is already quite an achievement... I doubt any of your peers can compare to you, can they?''
Doflamingo's face darkened at the so-called praise.
No one could compare to him?
Then why was he still trapped in the grip of that bastard with angel wings, unable to break free?
"This time, to show my sincerity... I've brought you some detailed intel.''
''About a Marine.''
''A Marine named Angel D. Michael.''
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