2 months ago, with Mihawk - Baratie
Dracule Hawkeye Mihawk was many things, but a babysitter, he was not. Presently the two girls were messing with his sword, as they competed to lift it. Sugar attempted to turn it into a toy while Baby Five attempted to bombard the blade with missiles and gun fire. She was a living weapon, which was crazy in its own rights.
"Why won't this blade get destroyed?!" Yelled the frustrated Sugar who was joined by Baby 5.
"It's because Yoru is the blade which will make Captain into the King." Mihawk then placed the sword in his back and continued to stare in the distance. Two bored teenagers were a handful, but luckily they were finally arriving at their destination.
The newly opened floating restaurant known as the Baratie.
The money which Zeff was given by Luffy was put into good use, as now they could feed as many people as they would like.
Upon entrance to the newly opened floating restaurant, the trio were met with a buffet of the best food two chefs can muster.
"Mihawk!" Sanji, as the child that ran towards Mihawk, to which Sugar and Baby 5 thought he was going in for the hug. But instead, with the blazing will instilled in him by Zeff, his feet were set on fire at the friction of his steps. He then jumped up and attempted to deliver a blazing kick straight through Mihawk but the swordsman fanned Sanji out of the way with one wave of Yoru.
Sanji landed on a far wall of the floating restaurant to the dismay of Zeff.
"This is brand new!" Screamed Zeff crying at the sight of his brand new ship taking damage.
"My apologies Red Leg. But your hot blooded apprentice is as passionate as ever." Though Sanji's demeanor changed once he realized there were ladies with the Second Commander.
"Beautiful!" He began to twirl around Sugar then transferred to Baby 5, to each one his eyes nearly popped out of their socket at the young beauties. "My name is Sanji, I am 11 but even at my young age, you are both the flowers which blooms in my heart." The young man fell on one knee and two roses magically appeared from his back pocket and he attempted to hand it to the two young ladies.
"I don't like things like this~baka." Though Sugar had a noticeably blush along her cheeks. She looked like she was 10 by choice but in all actuality, she was twelve. Her ability allowed for age manipulation, toy creation, and memory manipulation. One of the most powerful abilities in all of the known devil fruits.
Baby 5 took it a different way, her frail heart took Sanji's approach as a proposal.
"You actually want...me?" The fourteen year old teenager could not believe the approach of the blonde young man.
Though their little love fest was interrupted by Zeff who delivered a powerful kick through the skull of the blonde haired casinova.
"Enough you thick headed buffoon." Zeff then turned to Mihawk while Baby 5 tended to the wounds of Sanji. "Like I was saying, okay I will watch the kids but they better carry their weight." Mihawk looked deep into the eyes of the two young girls giving them a non verbal order, command. 'Follow Red Leg, respect him or die' Was the aura he was letting out to which both young ladies nodded slowly in agreement.
"They'll be fine." Mihawk began walking away but the young Sanji once again attempted to get the jump on him. This time Mihawk didn't even remove his blade as he took a side step, causing Sanji to overshoot his kick and falling into the wall by the entrance way.
"Hawkeye." Zeff waved goodbye to the swordsman.
"Red leg, children, Sanji." To get a call by name by Mihawk. Sanji got up immediately, fired up by being singled out.
"Sugar, call your sister everyday. She insists." With that, Mihawk finally left. A stop over before moving on.
"Alright little people, there are dishes in the sink, pots of stew to stir, Sanji will clean his mess, and we are opening in 2 hours. So get to it?" Zeff was talking in a sweet voice, a little high pitch due to wanting to sound nice, yet Sanji looked at him funny.
"What the hell is wrong with your voice old man?" But Sanji received another one of the red leg's axe kicks causing bumps to form over the head of the blonde young man.
"Get to work!" To this the three children did get to work. "Good." Zeff had a satisfied grin over his face. He looked at both of his legs, remembering how Mugiwara stopped him before needing to eat it...for survival. 'One of these days I'll repay you.'
…
Shimotsuki Village
The swordsman docked away from the island, traveling to the village through a small boat.
Mihawk arrived in a grim environment. The death of a young woman filled the air.
A certain moss haired swordsman happened to run into him, falling flat on his butt.
"It's you." The young Zoro was balling in tears. "Back for more huh?" Zoro attempted to retrieve his three blades but his mouth trembled too much to grip the blade.
Mihawk didn't speak, letting the young man explain the situation.
"My best friend in the whole world died. The elders says she fell down the stairs...but I know what happened..." He then fell once more on his back. "Why did she have to die? This can't be real, I must be dreaming." Suddenly the young man had a bright idea. "Hey man you're not from around here, you're a swordsman, so take me with you! Yeah train me to be the best I can be!" The hopeful young man shot up to his feet, looking into the eyes of Mihawk. Behind Zoro, an elderly swordsman instructor stopped in his track when he realized who Zoro was talking to.
"No, I know that one day you will be my apprentice. But now is not the time for that..." He stopped, dropped on one knee and grabbed the young man by his shoulder. "Get stronger." He couldn't bring the young swordsman with him, not yet.
Zoro balled out again and Mihawk began to walk away from the young man. The elderly instructor joined Zoro and ruffled his hair. Though Zoro had one more thing to say to the new world swordsman.
"NEXT TIME WE MEET, I WILL EARN YOUR RESPECT!" The young green haired swordsman yelled to the top of his lungs. He immediately turned to his instructor. "Sensei, please teach me the way of the sword." Zoro stopped crying, falling on all fours and begging the elderly instructor, Koushirou, parent of Kuina, to train him. To which the grieving parent finally smiled.
"Let's go then Zoro." It was time to teach Zoro the special techniques passed down through his family.
…
Mihawk returned to the port, where his ship was docked. Though with his superior vision, Mihawk immediately noticed a small figure, running through the woods, a black blanket over her.
Mihawk found this suspicious and immediately ran to where the young girl was, appearing in front of her and causing her to fall backwards. Her blanket fell from her head revealing her short dark blue hair.
"Who the hell are you?!" She immediately noticed the black blade and drew her own blade. Though noticeably her blade was interesting, crafted with such precision.
"Dracule Mihawk." He said simply, to which the young girl began to cry.
"Your real huh?" She began to tear up. Memories of her life flooding her. "He brag about meeting a great swordsman with a giant black blade. He even said he cut you with your own blade."
"You are Kuina?" She silently nodded her head. "Why?"
"I have to return home and learn my true history. A woman with a blade won't amount to anything in the East Blue. The only way to make it easier for everyone is if I died." Tears continued to flow from her face, she could not stop no matter how hard she tried. "So I took a heart stopping capsule...anyway I have to go now mister. My escort is waiting for me." She got up and put the hoodie over her head once more.
Mihawk let her through as she ran to the port. He decided to follow her hiding behind cover.
He found that she boarded a tiny boat, one in which traveled to a larger ship anchored several miles away from the shore. The sail of the ship had the character for the word Shimotsuki. Even Mihawk was confused, it wasn't the village where she lived in Shimotsuki Village, who were those people. He attempted to learn more information, he was going to give chase, but just like a mirage, the ship which contained the young Kuina disappeared from sight.
Shimotsuki...
Island in the East Blue
"Cabaji...hey Cabaji, you got any more water?" A red nosed pirate laid flat on his back suffering from the heat which was raining down on him outside.
A lot has changed for the clown pirate, he was true to his word of training non stop but he still had fun here and there.
"No nothing Captain" Cabaji looked at his empty cupped, trying to drink what little droplet was left of it.
"Mohji….Mohji I heard a lion carries a pouch of water on their back...let's open Richie up..." Buggy said weakly, although the lion jumped up in fear of his own life and buried its own head in the sand right next to Mohji.
"Those are camels captain...camels." Said Mohji weakly as he pushed the lion away from him as it was so hot.
"Well this is not what I expected when Captain said locate the former member of Roger Pirates, Buggy the Clown." Standing over the quartet was none-other than Rob Lucci, behind him were the new recruits of the Strawhat Grand Armada.
Jewelry Bonney with a piece of chicken leg on her mouth. Capone had a smoke in his mouth. Kaku, Blueno, Kalifa, and Jabra stood professionally beside Lucci. Galdino and Vergo were standing behind the group having a conversation of their own.
"Who the hell are you?" Buggy immediately stood up, on his guard with a hand full of knives in between his fingers. Cabaji and Mohji joined him trying to look intimidating. If you told someone that they were flat on their ass just moments earlier, then nobody would believe you. "And what do you want with me, the great Buggy the Clown?" His right eye narrowed as he looked at Lucci's face, mere inches from the Third Commander.
Of all the people Captain sought after, Buggy was one of the people he wanted. After meeting the clown face to face, Lucci was curious as to what the Captain wanted from him. Something about his uncanny luck.
"My Captain, Mugiwara requested your presence. He wishes to make you a commander in his Armada." Suddenly, Buggy's eyes nearly popped out of its socket. He then brought Cabaji and Mohji into a huddle, quickly discussing the manner. Despite the attempt of a private conversation, Lucci could hear them easily.
This was the time that was promised between them.
"Yo Captain this is our way out of this damned island."
"I know that shss! But I'll play hard to get, maybe swindle some money from the serious guy." The trio looked at Lucci who was impatiently waiting.
"Okay so ask for some beris then say you'll consider it."
"Hey Buggy, I'll do you one better. Captain specifically asked to recruit you as one of his commanders." To this the entire crew of Buggy the clown fell flat on their face.
"Me...me?...why yes of course my massive power reaches even the new world I see. Hmmm how about we talk beris you know, entrance salary per say." Buggy regained his composure from the surprise and was now trying to get some money. He extended his hands to which Lucci dropped a bag of gold on it.
"This enough?" Buggy's hands detached from his wrist and fell on the ground. He did not expect the weight of the gold bag. So much money for his service. Who is this Mugiwara fellow? Better not be that red haired bastard, his sworn enemy. "Fine I'll come along since you people want me so bad. But remember, that the Great Buggy will kill you if you overstep!" Though realistically he was super excited to reunite with an old friend.
"Whatever." Lucci said as the group returned to their ship. Buggy then ran beside Lucci.
"So got any food and something to drink aboard your ship?"
Thriller Bark
"Glad you could join us Mihawk." Lucci stood next to Mihawk as the two were outside the entrance to Thriller Bark. Lucci brought along all the new recruits to take care of Moria's men.
"Moria is a pain to deal with, even that I admit." The two commanders walked forward, casually going through the hunted wonderland. "Though he is manageable, I am telling you I do not need help." Lucky for the group that Mihawk's time matched with theres as he was able to join them after his mission in the East Blue.
"Fine but he has an army. Sure you can handle them all?" Was Lucci's question.
"Sure I can. With both eyes closed." Replied Mihawk with a smile. Meanwhile Buggy was hiding behind Cabaji as the cyclist was going through the graveyard section of Thriller Bark. Mohji was occupied carrying Richie.
"Whatever Mihawk. Anyway I need you all to split up, locate Moria's people and take care of them. Do not kill though since the Captain wants to use them." Lucci's group nodded at their Captain's orders. The group dispersed in groups of twos with Kaku and Khalifa heading one way, while Jaabra and Blueno went another. Of course Cabaji and Mohji were put together, while Galdino and Vergo were a team which left Boney and Buggy to work with one another.
"Hey Lucci-ya, Hawk-ya, what should we do?" Law and Corazon hanged back as the duo were looking for a more interesting job duty.
"Moria loves to make zombies, go crazy." To this Corazon and Law exchanged a look and beamed up. Time to train his fruit ability.
Mihawk and Lucci went through the front door, knocking at the doorsteps of Gecko Moria, the warlord.
"Kishishishi! I have visitors! Hawkeye and Cipher Pol. An uncanny duo if I do say so myself."
"Moria, Captain Mugiwara has tasked us with attempting to make an ally out of you. He wants to make you a commander in his Armada." This was Lucci speaking as Mihawk wasn't much of a talker.
"Red Haired wants me? Tell him to fuck off." Living in Thriller Bark, the warlord does not get much news. He has become complacent due to his powerful fruit ability. He cares for nothing but himself.
"No not red haired, Mugiwara Monkey D. Luffy, the man wanted for one billion beris."
"A rookie huh, well I am impressed at you both and I assume there are more people in your Armada, but like I said, not interested." Moria was firm, he outstretched his arm producing a hint of shadow with each hand. 'Oh was that a threat?' Thought Mihawk was itching for a fight, it had been some time.
"Go ahead then Moria. Do it." Lucci teased the warlord, egging him to strike. "We're not leaving until you join."
"Fine, then I'll kill you both!" Moria unleashed a flurry of shadow bats, the attack went straight for the duo.
'Rokushiki' Lucci activated the secret martial arts technique. 'Rokuogan!' He placed both fist in front of him, sending a shockwave of energy which destroyed the incoming shadow bats.
"Awake my weapon!" The very ground which the duo were standing on trembled violently. From somewhere close by a massive blood curling roar could be heard all around. Then they looked up finding a humongous being that towered over them. "My Oars!" The titanic monster yelled once more causing Mihawk to look at Lucci.
"Take your pick." Mihawk stated, recalling the battle back in Totland. He decided to pay it forward of some sort when Arlong let him have the fight with Snack. Moria looked irritated at the casual conversation the two commanders were having
"I want Moria." Lucci gave Mihawk a thumbs up, appreciating the chance of getting a choice on who he would fight.
"Fine." Mihawk dashed towards the titanic monster, his blade trailing behind him.
Oars swung his massive fist forward, fist colliding with the ground which Mihawk was on. For a monster, Oars was fast, but the thing is Mihawk was much, much faster.
In a matter of seconds, Mihawk was already climbing along the arm of the monster, swinging his blade several times to deliver powerful air slices towards the face of the beast. Despite his massive blade, Oars was barely affected by the air slices, merely flinching at each hit.
Mihawk smiled, finally being free to do as he pleased. Back in the Armada, only training with Galdino's wax clones and Brulee's mirror clones. Oftentimes there would be some heated spars though nobody can really say they have gone all out.
Now in the face of his biggest opponent yet, the swordsman which aimed for the greatest of them all, smiled in the face of adversity.
Oars attempted to swat Mihawk on his arms like some fly but the swordsman evaded the powerful palm by jumping in between his fingers. His blade suddenly emits a powerful aura...it was none other than haki. For the years he's been with the Strawhat, it was inevitable that he mastered armament, specifically, armament coursing through Yoru.
He then generated a massive slice, this time his blade going through the shoulder of the mindless beast. The cut went from the upper right shoulder straight down through the armpit. His right arm fell straight down on the ground, detached from its reanimated corpse. A small tremor ensued at the impact of the fallen limb.
The zombie giant decided to use its head, smashing it along its own left hand trying to squash the swordsman. Though Mihawk simply cut the zombies head off, effectively ending the terror of the titanic giant.
The head of the continental beast fell near Moria, where Lucci had a smug look on his face. It was almost like Mihawk meant for it to fall towards Moria's general direction. Was it a happy accident or purposely done?
"What's the matter Moria? Didn't see that coming did you?"
"Doesn't matter I can still defeat you then deal with Hawkeye." The shadow user unleashed a tornado of shadow demons launching them at Lucci.
The rokushiki user disappeared in a blur 'shigan!' Then while Moria thought he encased Lucci in a shadow trap, the man appeared behind Moria. He delivered a side kick over the side of the warlord's head.
Moria was lucky his shadow caught the attack, though he wasn't lucky when Lucci delivered a close contact 'Rokuogan'
Moria immediately felt the pain, an intense level which he had not experienced in years. He coughed up blood and doubled over. But Lucci wasn't done yet delivering another Rokuogan at the reeling shadow user.
It did not stop at one or two, Lucci kept going until Moria was flat on the ground, the shadow user was unable to put in an ounce of offense.
Rob Lucci was too damn quick, and to that the cocky warlord can admit.
"Uncle?" Asked Lucci, as he stood over the fallen Moria. In his own sense of humor, uncle meant surrender yet?
"I….my generals…they will arrive..."
"Do nothing because they've been taken care of." Lucci interrupted as to save Moria from wasting his breath. Vergo and Galdino returned with a beaten Absalom. Kaku and Kalifa had Dr Hogback tied up with a rope. Jabra and Blueno took care of the zombie army without breaking a sweat. Cabaji and Mohji returned empty handed, crying tears of joy as they did not have to deal with any monsters. Buggy and Bonney returned with a tied up girl, who seemed to be too big for the clothes which she was wearing. Law and Corazon were there as well, responsible for handling most of the zombie fodders.
"What..Perona you were 15…." Absalom commented as he attempted to wiggle out of his bondage. This piqued Law's interest, age manipulation was a thing? He's gonna have to have a sit down with Bonney. Corazon took note of this and feared for what Law was planning in his brilliant but puny head.
"This pink haired pig made me this way!" The former 15 year old squirmed from her own bondage which caused Cabaji and Mohji to look away. Her sudden movement caused things to show and they weren't about to mess with a teenager, no sir. "She made me freaking 20!" Perona yelled in anger. To this the duo took a peak, she was 20 now after all.
"What? The brat made me feel sad with her ghost so I acted out of my mood." Retorted Bonney looking for an ally to which Buggy nodded furiously, he didn't wanna anger the big eater.
"I phased you with my negative ghost and you decide to make me freakin 20! Turn me back now! What is wrong with you!" Perona yelled.
"Not with that attitude hell no!" The two ladies argued continuously to the dismay of the agents.
But Lucci wasn't really paying attention to the exchange as he returned his gaze at Moria.
"So will you at least meet the Captain."
It was a tense few minutes where Moria slowly got up. He then twisted his body and stretched his tired muscles. Now he realized that his laziness was his downfall, maybe these people can help him exact revenge on Kaido….
"Fine, I'll meet Mugiwara but let my people go." To this Lucci gave an order for the release of the prisoner. But Lucci held his finger up, Mihawk approached Moria with a fair warning.
"Captain said no more zombies, messing with people's shadows, and degrading experiments." Was all Mihawk said to which Moria nodded in agreement. His main source of fun was now forbidden and yet the sweet prospect of revenge was very sweet...very sweet indeed.
"Alright we're done!" Exclaimed Lucci as his list was finally complete. He got all the people he needed to get and it felt so good.
To Water 7 they go.
War room - Water 7
The room was tense to put it lightly. Marco the Phoenix was the first division commander of the Whitebeard pirate and he doesn't get rattled. But looking around the room, he could tell that this group was serious. The floor was given to Mugiwara, who delivered a passionate speech about their purpose, and the time for action is now.
Then the fishmans countered with apologizing feverishly for breaking the promise with Whitebeard and thus causing this war.
Mugiwara eased their worries and proceeded to rile up the rest of the crew. They then all looked at Marco, as Mugiwara asked, why had Marco come?
"I don't want a war." Was his answer to which everyone returned their attention to Mugiwara. They were satisfied with his answer. Marco was impressed at the respect which Mugiwara commanded, they all paid attention to him and nobody interrupted his passionate speech.
Looking over his entire fighting force, Marco could see all the warlords minus Kuma who was with the marines, and Doflamigo who was killed by the same man who was speaking. 'Empress', Moria, 'Dessert King'...then those who were invited to join such as 'Hawkeye', and 'Knight of the Sea'.
More notable figures were present such as 'Gang', 'Big Eater', 'Demon Child', 'Soul Prince' (the man of legend), 'Gold Emperor', 'the Saw', 'the Clown', and 'the Giant'.
Though the most troubling of the bunch, which he even considered was on equal footing of his own was Dogtooth. The man himself was staring at Marco, watching his every movement. Marco returned the intensity and the room got noticeably quiet as the two powerhouse were trying to kill each other with their eyes.
"Katakuri." Luffy said and Katakuri scoffed before returning his gaze to the Strawhat Captain. Then the gaze shifted to Marco the Phoenix.
"What the hell is he doing here? If you ask me we should kill him and get it over with. "Crocodile spoke up wondering what the hell the enemy was doing in their war briefing.
"Marco is here because he needs to know we mean business. As far as tactics, he'll be long gone for that. Right Marco?" Luffy looked at Marco to which was protested by Buggy.
"What do you mean?! He's our enemy, we should take care of him." Yelled Buggy who found his voice despite all the powerful people present, he was commander anyway.
"The old man will cripple at the lost of his phoenix." Stated Moria, looking at Marco with a smile.
"Buggy, Moria, when I say I want Whitebeard at his best. I mean at his best." He then nodded his head to which the giants that stood outside the hall. It was basically Mugiwara saying, 'You are free to go'
"You want pops at his best huh?" In his heart he feared for the worst, as Whitebeard was declining in health by the day, and this war could push him to retirement or even death. "You'll get the war that you want Mugiwara."
"Tell Whitebeard that I'll meet him here. At the dawn of the new year." Luffy tossed Marco an eternal log post, its arrow pointing in one location only. "No traps, no funny play, just a straight up battle between his people and my people. Can you send that message for me Marco?"
"Tsk." Was all Marco said as he morphed into his phoenix form, he opened his wings and flew away, taking the path which was opened by the giants. In his mind all he could think about was how much he failed...he failed to de-escalate the situation and sparked a bigger fire. One is which is going to shape the future of the world...for better or for worse.
"Alright Strawhats" Luffy addressed his crew. Each one fired up as much as the other. " At the dawn of the new year we battle fucken Newgate, what say you to that?!" Luffy was many things, more prominently, he was an amazing motivator, hell he felt like he could rival the likes of fruit user Belo Betty. How'd he know of her? Well he's keeping tabs of the Revolutionary Army through word of mouth and articles here and there.
"We say HELL YEAH!" The unison was magnificent, enough to make a grown man cry. The strawhats, even those who just joined, knew what to say and when to say it. By everyone, Luffy meant everyone. From the snot nosed brat who was brought up by Shanks, to now an entire Armada Commander, Mugiwara Luffy has come a long way. The time which he challenged whitebeard was the beginning of the new year, which was in 6 months time.
Looking over his entire Grand Armada, Luffy couldn't help but admire the fighting force which he assembled.
In the tenth division there was Buggy, the man who's luck never runs out. In his crew were of course, Cabaji, Mohji, and Richie. They were the first pirate group that Luffy considered to be a challenge back in his time. Alvida didn't count, she was a hag.
In the ninth division, Gecko Moria was pried from the warlord system. Luckily, Lucci recruited him or else he would have been a possible problem later. He says they were equal but it was obvious the trio of Hogback, Absalom and Perona were following his command.
In the eight division, the giant Hajrudin leads the mighty trio of himself, Dorry and Brogy. It is Luffy's dream to bring an entire Giant Pirate division into his Armada. He was glad that their dreams alined.
In the seventh division, the man whose wealth was unfathomable, Gild Tesoro. The man who controls gold was in charge of their financial division. If anyone needed funds in weapons, equipment, or budget for food, people came to Gild. In his division were Baccarat and surprisingly, Jewelry Bonney joined his division. The prospect of all the gold must have got her riled up. She was an interesting addition, the possibilities of her age manipulation abilities were endless.
In the sixth division, sir Crocodile, the man who's hard exterior was imprinted in his vanguard unit. He continued to carry his alias of Mr. 0. He then gave the alias of Mr. 1 to Machvise, Mr. 2 to Gladius, and a new addition in Mr. 3 to Dice. His power based unit was great for pushing through a strong front defense.
In the fifth division, The King of Soul, Brook. His unit consisted of a theatrical personality such as Bentham and new transfer from the fourth division, Gem. And in his unit, for the impending war, the minks decided to tag along his division. This is a temporary condition as the minks were still prioritizing locating the poneglyphs.
In the fourth division, the revamped underwater unit was led by Arlong. In his unit were the former members of the Sun Pirates. Aladine, Jinbei, Kurobi, Hatchan, Chew, Ikaros Much, and Zeo. Then to round out his division, a transfer from the fifth division in Laboon, and the addition of the Kraken.
Now the top three division, the trio in which Luffy instills his most confidence in. That did not mean he did not trust the others, it was just obvious that these three were the strongest to say it frankly.
In the third division, Rob Lucci. The former cypher phol agent has become a powerful ally. His division specialized in espionage and covert missions. Being a network like division, his division consisted of some of the most powerful specialists. From the fourth division, Brulee transferred to this department. Then Tanaka joined due to his useful inanimate object phasing ability. Vergo and Galdino were also powerful additions in his crew. The last to round out the group were the former agents of Cipher Pol, Kaku, Kalifa, Blueno, and Jabra.
Then the second division was solely for Dracule Mihawk. He prefers no crew members and nobody has changed his mind. The powerful swordsman was one of the best in the world and his ultimate goal was to be the best. When Luffy recruited him, they fought for a solid amount of time, it was then when he decided to join Luffy as their goals aligned.
Last but not least, the First division led by the former Charlotte family member. He now called himself 'Dogtooth' Katakuri dropping his family name. The mochi user led a division which consisted of snow user Monet and the new addition of Capone Bege, the living castle.
That rounded up the divisions. But there were still three important people in his crew. His Queens.
Princess Viola, the actual princess of Dressrosa who bonded with Luffy through initially being a political relationship, it had now grown into more
Nico Robin, the woman who can read Poneglyphs. Initially she was shy and reserved, but with the friendship she developed with Hancock, she had become a monster in her own right, a monster in the bedroom.
Then his first love, Boa Hancock. She was clearly the main lover of Luffy though luckily, the ladies didn't mind. She was beautiful, caring, powerful, and amazing. And Luffy thought about it and he does not remember when the last time she was serious in battle. Scary.
Finally there was the top, the pinnacle of the Strawhat, Grand Armada. Monkey D. Luffy himself.
Now, imagine this...
6 months before the fated day, it was enough time for the crew to get even stronger.
6 months before the question can be answered, Mugiwara or Shirohige?
Imagine a 6 month stronger Buggy the Clown under the guidance of powerhouses.
Imagine a powered up from the likes of the former Cipher Pol Agents under the direct training of a Rob Lucci who has a heart.
Imagine an entire Fishman division which had the Trident of Aladine, Arlong and Jinbei as their guiding force.
Imagine the Soul Prince unleashing his full potential in a battlefield full of troubled forces.
Giants once again fighting as pirates.
Minks joining a world changing war.
A serious Gecko Moria and Gild Tesoro.
Crocodile fighting for a purpose.
The queens in action.
Yoru against Diamond.
Mochi against Phoenix.
Rubber against Quake.
Who is to be King?
6 months...just imagine…
...
But before that.
After the meeting adjourned, Luffy relaxed for a little bit.
"So why Buggy?" Hancock sat on Luffy's lap. He was speaking to Hancock and Katakuri, the two people incharge when he was not available.
"He has a way of getting lucky, bet you if Baccarat touched him for his luck, she'll have limitless powers."
"Is that so?" Katakuri rubbed his chin, his pelican-like mouth exposed for all the world. No longer was he ashamed of it. In a crew filled with people of different shapes and forms, what was there a need to be ashamed of?
"I actually met him early on and nudged him in the right direction. He's stronger than he lets off."
"I trust you babe." Regardless, Luffy had one more person to go after.
"I have to travel somewhere by myself." Luffy said getting up and moving his lady to the side.
"Where are you going babe?" Hancock was curious as to where her lover was going.
"Are you sure you should leave by yourself at this tumultuous time Captain?" Katakuri was curious as well.
"I'll be fine, where I'm going no marine or pirate will bother me. Plus he would be a great addition to my crew."
"Who?" The Strawhat Captain gave a passionate kiss to Hancock, and he jokingly offered one to Katakuri to which the man gave him a dead panned look. He then made his way to the dock, trying to locate Viola and Robin to tell them of his solo mission. But before getting to far from Hancock and Katakuri.
"You'll see…." Was all he said that the duo heard.
Thought to himself, a massive smile over his face, his skin tingling in excitement at his destination. It was time to get 'him'. Time to go to...
"Birka."
A/n: huh huh? who's hyped?! I'm pumped cause this particular person that Luffy is going after is my favorite character in one piece due to starting the series when he was the big bad.
Hi everyone I hope that putting all your reviews in one answer is okay. But here we go. I hope I have answered most of your questions with this chapter, it's all coming together! Haha I love everyone's reaction with the last chapter, but have you read this one, even I was too hyped when typing this chapter.
Again I have loved your ideas and I've used some of them, and I haven't said which ideas but you'll know which when going through the chapter, take a bow, you're all part in creating this piece.
Oh and Bonclay is in the armada with Brook. His real name is Bentham.
And I'm glad I'm keeping people interested and engaged, keep you all wondering.
I believe that Luffy is ready to fight Whitebeard, and the reasoning, well you all just have to wait and see hehe..
Ace is still doing his thing with Mas Deuce, sounds like huge poop, haha but yeah I'll cover the other brothers some day.
And also the next chapter will come out as usual, but the war, which is gonna be AMAZING is gonna be a multi part series which I will put out 2 days in between. Now to make that happen I'm gonna need time, so please bear with me on that. Remember reviews motivate me so much and feedback, even just a simple 'good' would make my day...and also get your chapters sooner! Fair trade yeah?
