News of the Marine's new Admiral-level Seraphim and their successful assault on Kaido's stronghold, Onigashima, has sent ripples of alarm and anticipation across the globe.
From isolated islands to the headquarters of revolutionary forces, leaders and powerful figures are grappling with the potential shift in the world's delicate balance of power.
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Kuraigana Island
In a massive castle, Hawk Eyes sat with his legs crossed, frowning slightly as he read the newspaper in his hands.
"So these new Seraphim are this powerful? Possessing the strength of an Admiral, yet bold enough to storm Kaido's stronghold and retreat unscathed..." he mused.
"That young genius scientist, Leon, is truly remarkable!"
Hawk Eyes' face revealed astonishment as he set the newspaper down with a sigh.
"It seems the world's balance is about to shift... The seas will soon grow turbulent again..."
A vague premonition stirred in his heart.
He sensed his peaceful days were numbered, but with his strength, he wasn't overly concerned.
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Somewhere in the Grand Line
Bartholomew Kuma's face was filled with worry.
Gazing at the distant horizon where sea met sky, he murmured to himself, "The situation has grown even more dire. With the World Government and Marines becoming this powerful, can the flames of revolution still spread across the world...?"
"Dragon... Time is running out for us..."
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Amazon Lily, the Kingdom of Women
"What?!"
"The Marines have developed such powerful Humanoid Weapons?" Boa Hancock's expression darkened.
The Marines served under the World Government and the World Government protect the Celestial Dragons—their growing strength was the last thing she wanted to see!
"This isn't good news, Sister!" Her two younger sisters spoke up beside her, their faces etched with concern.
"Hancock, if the World Government grows stronger, they won't keep tolerating pirates as Warlords..." Gloriosa, the diminutive elder, spoke earnestly nearby.
"When that time comes, Amazon Lily will be in danger. We must prepare as soon as possible..."
"I know! Stop nagging me you old hag!" Hancock, visibly irritated, grabbed Gloriosa and tossed her straight out of the room.
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Fish-Man Island
"Seraphim ? with Admiral-level strength...?"
Jinbei, the Knight of the Sea, wore an expression of utter disbelief, his hands trembling slightly as he held the newspaper.
Setting it down, he muttered worriedly to himself.
"With such formidable Seraphim at their disposal, will they soon abolish the Warlord system?"
The thought troubled him deeply.
After all, he had taken the position of Warlord under the World Government solely to ensure Fish-Man Island's peace.
If he lost his status as a Warlord, Fish-Man Island would once again be branded an outlaw nation...
The merfolk and fishmen would be plunged back into suffering!
Jinbei couldn't bear to see that happen again.
But... with Admiral-level Seraphim, why would the World Government continue to tolerate the Warlords?
The Warlords existed to balance the seas, serving as a counterforce against the overwhelming tide of pirates!
To the Marines, though they were already the strongest power on the seas, their enemies were never just a single pirate crew—but all the evils of the ocean.
With more obedient and powerful Admiral-level Seraphim at their disposal, what need would they have for the Warlords?
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Alabasta
Inside a hidden building, smoke curled through the air.
Sir Crocodile exhaled a cloud of smoke and let out a disdainful chuckle.
"Admiral-level Seraphim are indeed impressive, but I've already won the civil war in Alabasta and earned the people's trust..." he scoffed. "Very soon, I will uncover the whereabouts of the ancient weapon, Pluton!"
"By then, whether it's the Admirals, the Four Emperors, or even that so-called genius scientist Leon—they'll all be trembling under the might of my Pluton's firepower!! Guhahahahaha..."
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Thriller Bark
"An Admiral-level Seraphim... To think they dared to provoke Kaido and still escaped unscathed..."
Gecko Moria's face was filled with deep fear, his entire body trembling uncontrollably!
In the past, during his prime, he had once clashed with Kaido.
The result? He was utterly crushed.
Not only that, Kaido had mercilessly slaughtered every single one of his crew members except him.
Since then, Gecko Moria had hidden himself away in his island...
Now, hearing news of Kaido again, the already fearful Moria was reminded of those terrible memories.
And this Admiral-level Seraphim only deepened his terror!
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Baltigo
Somewhere in the Grand Line.
A man wearing a dark green coat, with red square tattoos on his face, listened solemnly to the report from his subordinate.
"Dragon-san, the Marines have developed Seraphim with Admiral-level strength. They even caused chaos on Onigashima before leaving unscathed..."
"Hmm..." The man nodded.
This was Monkey D Dragon, the leader of the Revolutionary Army.
The one reporting to him was Sabo, the Chief of Staff of the Revolutionary Army.
"The Marines' advancements in technology are happening too fast. For us in the Revolutionary Army, this is terrible news." Sabo frowned deeply. "If this continues, the flames of revolution will struggle to spread further..."
"Indeed. It's mainly because of that genius scientist named Leon—his mind is just too monstrous..."
For a moment, both men fell silent. Dragon and Sabo were equally troubled by this development!
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New World
Meanwhile, on the vast sea, a pirate ship resembling a giant white whale sailed swiftly.
Yet, an atmosphere of extreme tension weighed heavily on the crew.
All members stood in silence, their expressions filled with grief.
Whitebeard's chest heaved violently, as if suppressing overwhelming rage.
"Unforgivable! To kill Thatch! Teach is my subordinate—I will capture him myself!"
Ace roared, ignoring Whitebeard's attempts to stop him and the pleas of his brothers.
"ACEE!!"
Transforming into flames, he boarded a small boat and sped away!
"What do we do now, Pops..."
Whitebeard gritted his teeth.
Despite his reluctance, he couldn't stop Ace's resolve.
All he could do was sigh deeply, silently hoping Ace would return unharmed.
Suddenly, a newspaper fluttered down from the sky.
Delivered by a News Coo, it contained the latest headlines.
"Huh?" Marco froze, his face instantly paling with shock.
"Pops! Something major has happened!!"
"The Marines' latest Humanoid Weapon, the Seraphim, they created one with Admiral-level strength! They even caused chaos on Onigashima!"
"Not even Kaido could stop them..."
Hearing this, Whitebeard's expression turned grave.
The atmosphere grew even heavier.
After a long silence, Whitebeard lifted his gaze to the endless sea... And sighed deeply.
"Though I have no love for Kaido, if the Marines have developed such powerful Humanoid Weapons..."
"The balance of power on the seas may soon be shattered!"
He thought about the unexpected events of the day and this major news, feeling an ominous premonition in his heart...
"Perhaps a great war is coming soon. Truly turbulent times..."
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