"How is that possible?"
When everyone saw Akira Stone and the other two, they all revealed looks of disbelief, because the scene at this time was too different from the scene they had imagined.
In most people's minds, facing the attacks of two top powerhouses, Akainu and Kong, even if Akira Stone didn't die, he would definitely be half disabled. But the real situation was that Akira Stone was actually standing in place unharmed. Kong and Akainu were standing on either side of Akira Stone with ugly expressions, a few meters away from Akira Stone.
"That brat's appearance has changed."
Suddenly, a Marine exclaimed. Actually, even if he didn't call out, everyone had discovered Akira Stone's change. Before, Akira Stone was wearing a very ordinary blue jacket. But now, Akira Stone was wearing a black and red robe, making him look very cool and dashing. At the same time, the sword in his hand had also turned into a pitch-black, slightly longer katana. The handguard was in the shape of a swastika, and there was a section of chain behind the hilt. The broken chains on the handguard and the hilt had joined together.
People who were familiar with Akira Stone were also very strange, especially Marco. He knew that Akira Stone must have a stronger form of sword again, but he didn't expect that Akira Stone's image would also change. What was that black and red robe all about?
"His temperament has changed."
Many keen experts had discovered the difference in Akira Stone. Before, although Akira Stone was still young, he had a sharp and exposed appearance. But at this moment, Akira Stone, holding a black sword, looked very restrained and cool. It was a completely different performance from before, but this appearance of his made people feel even more extraordinary.
"Has the shape of the sword changed again?"
Akainu's gaze flickered. As the person involved, he had personally witnessed the process of Zangetsu's Bankai just now. His and Kong's powerful attacks had been canceled out by the light emitted by this black sword. Just revealing this form had such a strong power. It showed that the black sword in Akira Stone's hands was even more extraordinary.
"But what is the ability of this sword?"
Before, the two swords that Akira Stone had used, one had turned into blades all over the sky, and the other had turned into dual swords, and had the ability to absorb and release energy. There was also the giant crescent cleaver that hadn't changed shape just now, which could release slashing blade lights. This black sword was clearly an evolved version of the crescent cleaver, indicating that it definitely had even more powerful power.
Akira Stone himself was also very surprised. He didn't expect that after releasing Zangetsu's Bankai, he would actually wear a Soul Reaper uniform. Moreover, he could feel that this Soul Reaper uniform wasn't real clothes, but clothes formed from the energy overflow when Zangetsu performed Bankai, because this clothing was more convenient for battle.
After Zangetsu performed Bankai, Akira Stone felt that his body was rapidly recovering. He quickly returned to his best state. But Akira Stone was very clear that this state was only temporary. So he had to complete his plan in the fastest time. Otherwise, he would fall into eternal doom.
Looking at Zangetsu in his hand, no, to be precise, it should now be called Tensa Zangetsu. Akira Stone could feel a huge power from Tensa Zangetsu, as if as long as he held this sword, he would be able to defeat everything.
"Next, is the final battle!"
The plan to retreat after taking Roger's body was formulated by Akira Stone. So before that, he had to get Roger's body. Now, Tensa Zangetsu in Bankai state was his last hope.
Under the gaze of Akainu and Kong, Akira Stone moved. This movement of his made Kong and Akainu widen their eyes, their faces full of disbelief, because Akira Stone had almost turned into a black shadow, and instantly came to Kong's front.
"Armament!"
Kong's face was full of horror. But he still reacted quickly, and used Armament Haki in time. With a 'clang' sound, Tensa Zangetsu slashed on Kong's body, making his whole body shake. But he didn't have time to be shocked. Akira Stone swung a few more slashes in succession. The time was just a few tenths of a second. The attack speed was so fast that it was unbelievable. Moreover, every attack landed in the same position.
"Clang clang clang clang..."
Several consecutive collision sounds. The speed was so fast that Kong didn't have a chance to counterattack. He only felt a black shadow flash in front of him. Akira Stone had already crossed his body, and went straight for Roger's body behind him.
Kong roared angrily. He had been preempted by Akira Stone, and endured a few slashes, making it impossible for him to turn around and catch up with Akira Stone. Moreover, Akira Stone's speed was too fast. He didn't have the ability to chase.
"Damn brat!"
An angry roar came from behind Akira Stone. He only felt a scorching aura attacking, making his expression change drastically. He changed his direction of advance without hesitation, and his body flashed to the side.
"Boom!"
A large mass of magma landed in the direction he was heading before. If Akira Stone hadn't dodged, he would definitely have been hit. Akainu's figure drilled out from the magma. His whole person had turned into magma. He could only barely make out his human form and face.
Akira Stone frowned slightly. Akainu was blocking in front of him. If he wanted to snatch Roger's body, he had to pass through Akainu.
"No choice!"
Akira Stone made a prompt decision, and charged towards Akainu. He swung Tensa Zangetsu in his hand, and directly slashed at Akainu's body.
Tensa Zangetsu slashed across Akainu's body. A magma fist blasted towards Akira Stone. Akira Stone didn't rush or panic, and quickly dodged. Then, he slashed a few more times. It was just a pity that without Armament Haki, he couldn't hurt the magma-transformed Akainu at all.
Akira Stone couldn't hurt Akainu. Similarly, Akainu couldn't capture Akira Stone either. Akira Stone's body was originally small. Tensa Zangetsu's Bankai had also increased his speed several times. So he was so agile that it was difficult for Akainu to attack him.
Looking at Akira Stone jumping around in front of him like a monkey, Akainu was extremely angry. He could only control the magma to seal off Akira Stone's route, preventing Akira Stone from coming into contact with Roger's body.
"The blade is smaller and thinner. The speed of movement and attack has increased several times. Performing ultra-high-speed combat. Is this the ability of his sword?"
As a strategist, Sengoku was watching Akira Stone's battle while fighting the members of the Roger Pirates. He hadn't seen Akira Stone have this kind of speed and attack speed before. So it must be the ability brought by that black sword form.
"Just what is the origin of his sword? Why does it have so many changes? Moreover, every time he puts the sword back into its sheath, when he draws it out again, it will be another look. What is the principle behind this?"
Sengoku's title of strategist wasn't taken casually. He was definitely one of the smartest people in the Navy's high command. Although he hadn't fought Akira Stone, he had been paying attention to Akira Stone, because he knew that this boy would play an immeasurable role in this incident.
The facts also proved Sengoku's guess. From the beginning, Akira Stone had shown amazing power. What he had done had simply subverted everyone's imagination. His unpredictable katana had shown too many incredible powers.
"The key is his sword. Without the sword, he's just a talented boy, but he can't be this strong."
That's right. Even Navy Admiral Sengoku had to admit that Akira Stone was very strong after witnessing the various abilities of the Zanpakutō. But this kind of strength was built on the premise of Akira Stone plus the Zanpakutō.
"Sakazuki, take his sword. Without the sword, he's just an ordinary boy." Sengoku suddenly shouted loudly at Akainu.
Sengoku's loud shout made many people on the plaza change their expressions drastically. Before, they were all amazed by Akira Stone's strength. So although Akira Stone's Zanpakutō had shown powerful abilities, many people hadn't thought about what Akira Stone would be like without the Zanpakutō. It wasn't until Sengoku shouted loudly that many people were awakened.
Akainu's eyes lit up. He had also been locked in by his own thinking. He only thought about how powerful Akira Stone's weapon was, but he forgot to think about what Akira Stone would be like without a weapon. Sengoku's words were like opening a door for him, letting him know how to deal with Akira Stone in the simplest way.
And after hearing Sengoku's shout, Akira Stone sneered disdainfully in his heart. Although what Sengoku said was good, 90% of the power he was showing now came from the Zanpakutō. But for them to want to take the Zanpakutō from his hands, that was undoubtedly a pipe dream. The Death God Blade was connected to his life. Others couldn't use it at all.
Feeling his explosive power, Akira Stone naturally wouldn't entangle with the Navy anymore. He held Tensa Zangetsu in his right hand, and slashed towards the location where Akainu was without hesitation.
"Getsuga Tenshō!"
In an instant, a dazzling blade light was emitted from Tensa Zangetsu, and shot towards Akainu at a speed faster than a laser, directly splitting his magma body in two. Then, Akira Stone slashed a few more times, and several Getsuga Tenshō shot out.
"Too fast. There's no way to dodge."
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