Chapter 187: The Admiral Titles
Every time Aramaki heard Bartolomeo's boastful self-introduction, he still wanted to punch him. However, this way of introducing oneself with a string of titles was indeed quite cool and flashy. He still remembered Bartolomeo's self-introduction in front of the Silver Alliance's minions that day.
"Little ones, standing before you is the East Blue Hero, Goa Fist, leader of the East Blue Barto Club, and Hereditary Title Bartolomeo!"
This long string of titles made Aramaki want to learn from him. Moreover, he also had Crow, his Crow, to announce his name, which made him want to have even more titles. Currently, Crow was shouting, "My master is Vlad the Impaler Aramaki," but this still made Aramaki feel a bit lacking in impressiveness. He added to it himself, asking Crow to update the slogan.
"My master is the leader of the South Blue Impaler Guild, Vlad the Impaler Aramaki of the Goa Empire."
As a result, this introduction made everyone feel that it lowered the prestige of Vlad the Impaler, which greatly annoyed Aramaki. So he wanted Kael to bestow more titles upon him.
Seeing Aramaki's obsession with empty titles, Kael did not refuse his request. In this world, some strong individuals pursue money, some chase freedom, some seek strength, power, fame, fairness, peace, or even family affection. And Aramaki was the type who liked to pursue fame.
"Not only will I give you the title of Goa's Spear, but I will also give you a new title that enhances your fame."
A profound smile appeared in Kael's eyes. The current names of Vlad the Impaler and Heavenly Fall Duke could not yet reflect the true strength of Aramaki and Issho. Kael was preparing to leverage a stronger reputation.
"Really, Your Majesty?"
Aramaki's eyes lit up. He loved this. His Majesty truly understood him. His Majesty's kindness is endless!
"Currently, the world only believes that you possess strength superior to the Four Emperors' highest cadres, but they have never associated you with Admirals and Four Emperors." "In my eyes, you are comparable to an Admiral." "Therefore, I will give you a title that is a symbol of strength."
Kael looked at Aramaki and said with a light chuckle.
"A title symbolizing strength?"
Aramaki was incredibly excited, wondering if it was a title comparable to the Four Emperors.
"How about Imperial General Green Bull?" "It aligns with Admirals Akainu, Aokiji, and Kizaru." "From now on, you will be Imperial General Green Bull, Goa's Spear, Lord of the South Blue Impaler Guild, Vlad the Impaler Aramaki. How does that sound?"
Kael said with a smile, seeing Aramaki's expression as if he were high. He knew he had touched Aramaki's soul.
"Imperial General Green Bull, Goa's Spear, Lord of the South Blue Impaler Guild, Vlad the Impaler..." "This is too cool!" "Thank you, Your Majesty! Crow! Did you remember? From now on, introduce your master, me, like this!"
Aramaki shouted excitedly. All the fatigue from building the Silver Fortress dissipated, his eyes filled with excitement.
"As you command, my master!"
Crow immediately memorized Kael's words, engraving them into his mind. Even if he forgot his own name, he could not forget his master's impressive introduction.
"Imperial General Green Bull?"
Bill was once again shocked as he looked at Kael and Aramaki. Was this a move to rival the Admirals? Wouldn't this be a bit too arrogant?
"Bill, do you want a title?" "How about Earl of the Forge? And another nickname, Little Akainu?"
Kael saw the dumbfounded Bill and suddenly joked with him. As a result, Bill immediately knelt on one knee, promptly accepting Kael's bestowed title.
"Thank you, Your Majesty, for bestowing the title." "From now on, I am Goa Little Akainu, Captain of the Silver Guard, Earl of the Forge Bill!"
Bill decisively joined this group of people who liked to announce their names.
"Haha, Earl Bill is good!"
Aramaki and Bartolomeo, these two show-offs, looked at Bill with appreciative eyes, clearly treating him as a like-minded good brother. The other Hereditary Titles saw Aramaki and Bill receive such grace from Kael, and their minds became active. It seemed His Majesty also liked this style of announcing a string of names. Should they follow the trend and get a string of names too?
And Zoro, as the 'Name-Giving Devil Fruit user' of the Three-Sword Style, began to ponder thoughtfully. This self-introduction operation indeed seemed good. From now on, the moves he conceived must be flashy, and his titles must also be flashy and long.
Hearing that Aramaki had received the additional title of Imperial General Green Bull, Issho felt nothing in particular. Spartan felt that he needed to work harder; he also wanted to achieve such a great name!
"Issho, from now on, you are Imperial General Fujitora, also bestowed with the Power of Goa!"
Kael looked at Issho and said directly, not wanting to leave this guy out.
"Uh... Thank you, Your Majesty."
Issho was stunned for a moment but still accepted Kael's grace.
"Spartan, wait until I find a suitable Devil Fruit ability for you, then I will bestow upon you the title of Imperial General."
Kael looked at Spartan, thought for a moment, and temporarily did not bestow the Admiral title upon him, letting him use the title of Goa Fist for now.
"Yes! Your Majesty!"
Spartan responded happily. He also knew that his strength was not comparable to Duke Aramaki and Duke Issho, but His Majesty was already preparing to bestow upon him the title of Imperial General. This made him very excited. He must work hard to cultivate and strengthen his power to repay His Majesty's kindness.
"Everyone must work hard!"
Looking at the eager eyes of each Hereditary Title, Kael did not continue to bestow titles. Let these guys have a goal, something to look forward to, and work hard.
"Yes, Your Majesty, we will definitely become stronger!"
Everyone shouted earnestly, and a new goal seemed to appear in their eyes: become stronger, get titles!
Kael looked at Spartan, considering what Devil Fruit to find for him. Spartan's physical combat skills were so strong; an Animal-type Devil Fruit ability would be most suitable. Preferably a Mythical Zoan ability!
Just right, the Three Dukes: one Logia-type Forest-Forest Fruit user, one Paramecia-type Gravity-Gravity Fruit user, and then an Animal-type Mythical Zoan, gathering all three system abilities. Marineford had three Logia-type Admirals. Then the Goa Empire would have three Imperial Generals with high-level abilities from all systems. Perfect!
Now, the color-plus-animal titles were running out. Momonga, Aramaki, Fujitora, Pink Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Black Horse, Sheep, Kizaru, Aokiji, Akainu, Tokikake... Dragon, Snake, and Sheep were still missing.
Kael pondered for a moment, should he find a Mythical Zoan Fruit related to dragons, snakes, or sheep for Spartan? If it was a dragon, perhaps Dragon had received a dragon title when he was in the Marines; after all, Dragon was a dragon. If it was a snake, a Mythical Zoan would be a bit hard to find. If it was a sheep, something related to demons would also work, like a horned demon.
Suddenly, a thought flashed through Kael's mind. That Mythical Zoan Nue-Form Fruit, hadn't it been eaten yet? Isn't this a Mythical Zoan ability with a tiger body and snake tail? It also connects to snakes. The legendary Nue has the face of a monkey, the body of a tanuki, the limbs of a tiger, and the tail of a snake. It can fly without wings and is very powerful.
You are the one, Nue! Mythical Zoan Nue (Full Beast Awakened Form). As for the color, gray? White? Orange? Blue? Xuan? Forget it, it's Xuan Nue Spartan. Kael had an idea and immediately instructed Morgans and Stussy to fully search for the whereabouts of Kura Island. Regardless of whether that Mythical Zoan Nue Fruit had appeared, Kael had to go look for it! Not missing a single opportunity!
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