Chapter 455: Seraphim · The Three Emperors
The roaring in the arena gradually dissipated, the permeating energy smoke torn apart by airwaves.
When that layer of chaotic mist finally cleared, three massive figures slowly revealed themselves amidst the intertwining light and shadows.
In that moment, the air pressure in the entire training ground plummeted.
Like ancient kings awakened from mythology—every inch of their muscles, every breath they took, was filled with space-tearing power.
The young Newgate Seraphim—flowing blonde hair, bronze skin, a chest as broad as a mountain, and a pair of pitch-black wings on his back. Deep red flames burned on his shoulder armor, and the shockwaves symbolizing the "Power of Tremor" constantly rippled outwards, causing even the air to vibrate slightly.
The middle-aged Kaido Seraphim—muscles forged like steel, dragon tattoos and scales coiling around his arms. Every breath was accompanied by swirling lightning, appearing both real and illusory. That aura, like a Tyrannosaurus emerging from the abyss, carried an unstoppable, berserk instinct.
The young Charlotte Linlin Seraphim—draped in a giant dark red cape, golden eyes burning like fire. Intense soul fluctuations permeated around her, as if the entire arena was slightly warping under her presence.
All three were symbols of the "Pirate Era" who had once ruled the seas and caused headaches for the World Government for decades.
And now, they had been reborn in another, "perfect form."
The air distorted, and energy condensed into invisible storms beneath their feet.
And those star-shaped pupils—were the very symbol of Vegapunk's ultimate technological creation, the "Seraphim System."
—These were no longer simple clones.
They were the ultimate weapons, fusing the powers of gods, humans, technology, and Devil Fruits.
On the high platform, Vegapunk's six satellites were frantically operating the control panels. The data curves practically overflowed the holographic screens, their urgent voices echoing across the training ground.
"Abnormal energy fluctuations!!"
"Core consciousness—is awakening!!!"
Sengoku, Zephyr, and Garp stood in the arena, their eyes dead set on the front, their expressions gradually stiffening.
That powerful oppressive pressure... that familiar Haki...
It was as if they had returned to the chaotic seas of blood and fire from decades ago.
"This... this is impossible..."
Sengoku murmured lowly, his palms trembling slightly. "Those are—their younger selves... Newgate? Linlin?!!"
Zephyr's face also changed, his brows locked deeply: "Even their auras are exactly the same... but these aren't just simple clones..."
Garp's mouth twitched, his expression morphing from shock to speechlessness, before finally blurting out: "That brat Roy... did he just dig these people straight out of the underworld?!!"
—In fact, they were right.
With the collaborative research from Kuma and the integration of King's Lunarian lineage factor, Vegapunk's "Seraphim Project" had long achieved a qualitative transformation.
What was originally just an "experimental weapon" for the science division had now become existences capable of rivaling their original templates.
More importantly—
Roy had personally handed over the corpses of Kaido and Linlin after the Onigashima War, along with their Fish-Fish Fruit, Mythical Type, Model: Azure Dragon and Soul-Soul Fruit to Vegapunk.
Using the body sample of Whitebeard Jr. (Weevil) and the Tremor-Tremor Fruit he had tracked and recovered long-term as a blueprint, he provided the Doctor with a complete restoration template for Whitebeard.
Thus, the three strongest "Seraphim" were born through the intertwining of technology, lineage factors, and Devil Fruit powers.
—The three great monsters of the Golden Age of Pirates had returned to the world in their peak forms.
The lights in the training ground abruptly switched to blood-red. The warning lights on the high platform flashed, and Vegapunk's voice was drowned out by the system's alarms—
"Their fragments of consciousness... are actually starting to piece themselves together?!!"
"Personality Reboot—in progress!!!"
In the next moment, the young Whitebeard opened his eyes. His star-shaped pupils contracted sharply, his blonde hair fluttering slightly as that familiar smile appeared on his lips.
"Gurararara—!!! Yo, who are these old geezers? Why do they look so familiar???"
The middle-aged Kaido rolled his neck, his shoulders emitting a bone-cracking pop: "Looks like... there are quite a few capable fighters here. I feel like you guys are a lot stronger than those two little runts from earlier~"
The young Charlotte Linlin froze for a moment, then fury surged as she raised her fist and punched outward: "You bastard, Kaido!!!"
"You actually dared to steal my Devil Fruit! I still haven't settled that score with you!!!"
"Hey, hey, old hag—now isn't the time to be talking about that, is it?!" Kaido blocked her exaggerated punch with one hand, the metal floor beneath his feet pulverizing into a deep crater.
"Ha... haha..." Watching this scene, Garp's mouth twitched so hard it trembled. "This is a fucking... authentic resurrection of the originals!!!"
Sengoku took a deep breath, veins popping on his forehead: "That bastard brat Roy... what kind of disaster has he created...!!"
Zephyr's voice was as deep as thunder: "Regardless, they... are no longer just weapons."
The air solidified; energy vibrated.
The entire training ground plunged into a deathly silent oppressive atmosphere.
The gazes of the three Marine veterans and the "Seraphims" crossed in the air.
In that moment, it felt as though even time was trembling.
The Whitebeard Seraphim's star pupils shrank slightly, his lips curling into a wild smile;
The Kaido Seraphim let out a low roar;
The Linlin Seraphim's cape was swept up by airwaves, looking like a reborn Queen of Hell.
Garp, however, suddenly laughed. It was a laugh accompanied by a long-lost boiling of his blood: "The surprise Roy boy mentioned—is actually pretty good~"
Hearing this, Sengoku chuckled as well. Golden light illuminated beneath his feet, his imposing aura skyrocketing instantly, looking like a Golden Buddha descending once again.
"Ah~ A Fleet Admiral needs to let loose once in a while too."
Zephyr took off his sunglasses and threw them hard to the ground, the corner of his mouth lifting: "It's been a long time since we fought side by side—"
As his words fell, his entire body ignited with blue flames. It was the Flame of Resurrection—even the air trembled before it!!!
In the next instant—
Six monstrous auras erupted with a boom!
Garp's iron fist tore through the airwaves, Sengoku's Golden Buddha radiated brilliant light, and Zephyr's blue flames devoured space!
At the exact same time, the three Seraphims opposite them responded in kind. Tremors, lightning, and soul shocks roared out simultaneously!
—Flames, lightning, and shockwaves intertwined in the exact same instant, shattering heaven and earth with a thunderous boom!!
"RUUUMBLE——————!!!"
Blinding light and flames flashed across the sky above Punk Hazard. The clouds were blown apart into vortexes, and the energy shields vibrated madly, emitting tearing roars.
Standing at the high platform, Vegapunk stared intently at the holographic screens with their skyrocketing data, sighing softly: "As expected..."
"Even if they are just clones, they are still 'monsters'!!!"
On the other side, up on the observation deck, Roy stood with his arms crossed, a relaxed expression on his face, his signature wicked smirk curling his lips.
Behind him, Ace, Luffy, Zoro, and Kuina stared unblinkingly at the boiling battlefield, forgetting even to breathe.
Roy chuckled softly, his tone calm: "Watch and learn—you don't get to see battles of this caliber every day."
As his words faded, the sky was torn apart by energy once again.
It was an "Era-Defining Duel" worthy of being recorded in history!
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