A warm smile blanketing the things face didn't do anything but disturb me further. The sad thing...
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Chapter 1: Journey not wanted, Wish granted
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A warm smile blanketing the things face didn't do anything but disturb me further. The sad thing is the words it spoke were genuine, like it actually cared for me and that was why it was doing this. I don't really know how I knew I just did.
Shaking my head and trying to plead with it gave me no purchase. After its proclamation of wanting to set me "free" I gave up trying to reason with whatever was in front of me and just sort of accepted it hoping that it was truthful in that it was trying to help. And if it wasn't id try my best to have some choice words with it if I ever could. I closed my eyes and waited for the inevitable.
Which should be coming any time soon..what the hell is taking so long. looking at the palm and fingers made of nothing but stars and planets I guess it took a little while to make. Feeling myself being pushed by what could only be described as one million freight trains on crack my body just fly's bringing me to the things wishes.
"You know that wasn't very nice trying to change a person without giving them anything interesting at all. In my opinion The Game is pretty fun when you let loose and get creative. But entertainment isn't you wanted is it ?
Now before you do anything drastic just take a quick peek and see.". The being who had been calmly listening even after their domain had been intruded upon so rudely merely nodded its head in a half hearted manner. Taking it's fingers it digs into Space and Time itself and neatly arranges itself a window to it's chosen world. analyzing the world before it a pause passes before the being gazes upon the man who's put himself before curtly nodding its head in a yes motion. Grinning the man speaks once more " Great that's what i call the best of both worlds" turning his head to the portal the man just smiles softly.
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"Oh Ms. Ann look its a shooting star." the woman looking up from the map she was reading mutters three short words in concession and putting her eye to the spyglass taken from her pocket spies the object in question. A large bubble like streak of flame about a small boat wide is what she sees. Shrugging her shoulders and then smiling down at the excited girl she asks.
"So are you going to make a wish Maria?"
"You already know what my wish is Ms. Ann." The girls voice set in a tone of exasperation. Crossing her arms and frowning the women puts a hand on the girl's right shoulder and looks directly into her golden orbs. In a motherly voice she starts
"Being a pirate is a very dangerous occupation whether its by marine another pirate or the cruel hands of the sea you'll almost always be in danger."
the girl sets her face stern bringing her hands to her hips. " I can take care of myself you know."
"On this island sure but once you get to the Grand Line it can be deadly without a weathered crew and don't even get me started on the new world that's the stuff of nightmares ."
Maria taking her hands off her hips and crossing her hands prepares her ultimate attack. A cute pose and puppy dog eyes are quickly launched in retaliation.
"Pretty please!." the girl rings out in an overly sweet tone Of voice dripping with hopeful the only response is a flat stare followed by a snort.
"Not going to work on me kid."
"Aww no fair"
"Mistress, Marie and I have concluded our business within the town." A man voice rich with regal splendor announces interrupting the two.
"Ahh when did you get here mister." Maria gasps in shock while looking over the wrinkled man sounds out an amused.
"just now of course dear" before putting on a solid stance while looking at Ms. Ann waiting for her reply.
" Have you found Everything we were searching for?"
" only two unfortunate setbacks were noted first is the devil fruit the one on this island looks nothing like the one you wished for Silica."
Reaching inside of his coat pocket he pulls out a small purple perfectly round looking piece of fruit with what looks like to be thousands of spirals etched on to the side, and a stem that's so twisted it carries the illusion that it's spinning.
"So if its not the one I wanted for sili then what is it?" "In my honesty I can only say I haven't the faintest clue it's no where in the Encyclopedia so I assume its either a fruit lost to time or a new one that hasn't been categorized yet."
staring intently at the man Ms. Ann purses her lips and scrunches her eyes in thought before looking over to the girl. "Maria how would you like an early birthday present." Mortimer raising his eyebrows merely stays silent.
"Oh yes I love early presents when do we get to set sail?" shaking her head Ann breathes out a sigh "I'm talking about the devil fruit Maria it would make me feel better if I actually train you in something I know how to if your going to join the crew." The women says with a grin.
" Does that mean." "Yes Maria." rushing in a squeal of excitement she goes to throw herself around the women only to be met with a wall of pure stone. " Forgive me Maria I forgot to turn Off my Devil Fruit." looking straight at Ann Maria's only words are "SO COOL!"
Staring at the girl on the ground Ann finally begins. "There are some disadvantages to eating a Devil Fruit that I will warn you about," " The first being the most important is that after you eat it you can never swim again and with any attempt the only thing you'd do is drop like a hammer." " The second is you never know what your going to get with random fruits."
"So I could get a fruit that would make me super tough like you?" Ann grins widely and crossing her arms she bellows out." Maybe, maybe not each fruit gives you a power one that could range friom creating sand out of nothing, controlling deadly string or transforming into a bear for example."
Her eyes sparkling with possibilities she goes to say yes but stops herself "But what if i get a stupid power? like transforming into a corgi or making everything smooth?" Rolling her eyes she replies.
"You just have to roll the dice kid its what I did and it worked out fine for me."
Scrunching her face into concentration Maria sits there for long while until Ann speaks up.
"So do you want it or not ? if you don't i could just sell it you could make a killing off of em at the right auction." frantically yelling out a "No no no." she strides towards Mortimer holding out her hands she replies with a short "gimmie." Smiling and waiting just a second for effect Mortimer hands her the fruit and suggests " go ahead take a bite little Madam."
Nodding she does, as her teeth sink into it color drains from her face and in deep gulp she's on the ground rolling towards the forest away from the cliff slipping away into the evening with a mighty wailing cry of "SO GROSS" "
Hmm she had the exact same reaction you did mistress." holding her stomach after a lengthy laughing session she finally replies wiping away a lone tear from her eye. "Ahh priceless."
Blinking she asks " so what was that other thing you know the second problem." "our eternal pose is broken." "Our eternal pose broken ?"
"yes with the whole pudding incident we should be glad we made it to the island, bless silica's poor heart." "So are we stuck here until A merchant drops by?"
Smiling while pushing up his glasses Mortimer replies " Actually due to a little information gathering Marie has found that a rear admiral is coming to the island soon."
" What would a rear admiral be doing out here in the boonies?" "official World Government business, Marie said she had the brilliant idea of raiding the local marine base and came back with all the information we could need."
Raising an eyebrow the women asks." They have a marine base all the way out here I mean the towns pretty big and ta couple Villages but its just so out of they way it dosent really make much sense"
Shrugging his shoulders merely continues "one week from today the rear admiral Jaguar Cruiz will land on this island."
Nodding her head she says "plenty of time to train Maria, go fetch her for me please Id love to get started right now ." heading into the forest in the direction Maria rolled into she begins to walk,
"of course Mistress."
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AN: I Figured I'd post the story here as well this one has been heavily edited, hopefully I got everything all nice and pretty. Hope you enjoy.
Shaking my head and trying to plead with it gave me no purchase. After its proclamation of wanting to set me "free" I gave up trying to reason with whatever was in front of me and just sort of accepted it hoping that it was truthful in that it was trying to help. And if it wasn't id try my best to have some choice words with it if I ever could. I closed my eyes and waited for the inevitable.
Which should be coming any time soon..what the hell is taking so long. looking at the palm and fingers made of nothing but stars and planets I guess it took a little while to make. Feeling myself being pushed by what could only be described as one million freight trains on crack my body just fly's bringing me to the things wishes.
"You know that wasn't very nice trying to change a person without giving them anything interesting at all. In my opinion The Game is pretty fun when you let loose and get creative. But entertainment isn't you wanted is it ?
Now before you do anything drastic just take a quick peek and see.". The being who had been calmly listening even after their domain had been intruded upon so rudely merely nodded its head in a half hearted manner. Taking it's fingers it digs into Space and Time itself and neatly arranges itself a window to it's chosen world. analyzing the world before it a pause passes before the being gazes upon the man who's put himself before curtly nodding its head in a yes motion. Grinning the man speaks once more " Great that's what i call the best of both worlds" turning his head to the portal the man just smiles softly.
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"Oh Ms. Ann look its a shooting star." the woman looking up from the map she was reading mutters three short words in concession and putting her eye to the spyglass taken from her pocket spies the object in question. A large bubble like streak of flame about a small boat wide is what she sees. Shrugging her shoulders and then smiling down at the excited girl she asks.
"So are you going to make a wish Maria?"
"You already know what my wish is Ms. Ann." The girls voice set in a tone of exasperation. Crossing her arms and frowning the women puts a hand on the girl's right shoulder and looks directly into her golden orbs. In a motherly voice she starts
"Being a pirate is a very dangerous occupation whether its by marine another pirate or the cruel hands of the sea you'll almost always be in danger."
the girl sets her face stern bringing her hands to her hips. " I can take care of myself you know."
"On this island sure but once you get to the Grand Line it can be deadly without a weathered crew and don't even get me started on the new world that's the stuff of nightmares ."
Maria taking her hands off her hips and crossing her hands prepares her ultimate attack. A cute pose and puppy dog eyes are quickly launched in retaliation.
"Pretty please!." the girl rings out in an overly sweet tone Of voice dripping with hopeful the only response is a flat stare followed by a snort.
"Not going to work on me kid."
"Aww no fair"
"Mistress, Marie and I have concluded our business within the town." A man voice rich with regal splendor announces interrupting the two.
"Ahh when did you get here mister." Maria gasps in shock while looking over the wrinkled man sounds out an amused.
"just now of course dear" before putting on a solid stance while looking at Ms. Ann waiting for her reply.
" Have you found Everything we were searching for?"
" only two unfortunate setbacks were noted first is the devil fruit the one on this island looks nothing like the one you wished for Silica."
Reaching inside of his coat pocket he pulls out a small purple perfectly round looking piece of fruit with what looks like to be thousands of spirals etched on to the side, and a stem that's so twisted it carries the illusion that it's spinning.
"So if its not the one I wanted for sili then what is it?" "In my honesty I can only say I haven't the faintest clue it's no where in the Encyclopedia so I assume its either a fruit lost to time or a new one that hasn't been categorized yet."
staring intently at the man Ms. Ann purses her lips and scrunches her eyes in thought before looking over to the girl. "Maria how would you like an early birthday present." Mortimer raising his eyebrows merely stays silent.
"Oh yes I love early presents when do we get to set sail?" shaking her head Ann breathes out a sigh "I'm talking about the devil fruit Maria it would make me feel better if I actually train you in something I know how to if your going to join the crew." The women says with a grin.
" Does that mean." "Yes Maria." rushing in a squeal of excitement she goes to throw herself around the women only to be met with a wall of pure stone. " Forgive me Maria I forgot to turn Off my Devil Fruit." looking straight at Ann Maria's only words are "SO COOL!"
Staring at the girl on the ground Ann finally begins. "There are some disadvantages to eating a Devil Fruit that I will warn you about," " The first being the most important is that after you eat it you can never swim again and with any attempt the only thing you'd do is drop like a hammer." " The second is you never know what your going to get with random fruits."
"So I could get a fruit that would make me super tough like you?" Ann grins widely and crossing her arms she bellows out." Maybe, maybe not each fruit gives you a power one that could range friom creating sand out of nothing, controlling deadly string or transforming into a bear for example."
Her eyes sparkling with possibilities she goes to say yes but stops herself "But what if i get a stupid power? like transforming into a corgi or making everything smooth?" Rolling her eyes she replies.
"You just have to roll the dice kid its what I did and it worked out fine for me."
Scrunching her face into concentration Maria sits there for long while until Ann speaks up.
"So do you want it or not ? if you don't i could just sell it you could make a killing off of em at the right auction." frantically yelling out a "No no no." she strides towards Mortimer holding out her hands she replies with a short "gimmie." Smiling and waiting just a second for effect Mortimer hands her the fruit and suggests " go ahead take a bite little Madam."
Nodding she does, as her teeth sink into it color drains from her face and in deep gulp she's on the ground rolling towards the forest away from the cliff slipping away into the evening with a mighty wailing cry of "SO GROSS" "
Hmm she had the exact same reaction you did mistress." holding her stomach after a lengthy laughing session she finally replies wiping away a lone tear from her eye. "Ahh priceless."
Blinking she asks " so what was that other thing you know the second problem." "our eternal pose is broken." "Our eternal pose broken ?"
"yes with the whole pudding incident we should be glad we made it to the island, bless silica's poor heart." "So are we stuck here until A merchant drops by?"
Smiling while pushing up his glasses Mortimer replies " Actually due to a little information gathering Marie has found that a rear admiral is coming to the island soon."
" What would a rear admiral be doing out here in the boonies?" "official World Government business, Marie said she had the brilliant idea of raiding the local marine base and came back with all the information we could need."
Raising an eyebrow the women asks." They have a marine base all the way out here I mean the towns pretty big and ta couple Villages but its just so out of they way it dosent really make much sense"
Shrugging his shoulders merely continues "one week from today the rear admiral Jaguar Cruiz will land on this island."
Nodding her head she says "plenty of time to train Maria, go fetch her for me please Id love to get started right now ." heading into the forest in the direction Maria rolled into she begins to walk,
"of course Mistress."
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AN: I Figured I'd post the story here as well this one has been heavily edited, hopefully I got everything all nice and pretty. Hope you enjoy.
Chapter 2: Upon a Star, Planting the seed of Justice
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Chapter 2: Arc 1: Seed Of Justice
"Hey Frank." Putting down the deck of cards he was nursing he looks to his partner in the Crows nest and speaks.
"Yeah Paula?" "Could you take a look through the spy glass for me real quick I wanna know if I'm seeing things."
Looking over in confusion the man states "Ok sure thing."
Paula gently placing the Spy-Glass into the mans hands merely pauses awaiting his reply. Putting his eye to the lens he scans the sky looking for his supposed target before finding it.
"Pa.. Paula is that a shoot star coming right at the ship."with an enthusiastic nod she shakes her head. "So you saw it too ?" nodding softly they both wait there in silence before in perfect synchronization they yell out to the world.
"REAR ADMIRAL JAGUAR!!!"
After a few seconds of silence and terror filled sweating a door is heard slowly opening in a loud squeak. Both members of the Crows nest duty look to the door of the Rear Admiral's office opening, before spotting the large figure of the man. Rubbing his eyes and yawning loudly growls out in a booming voice filled with gravel. "This better be important you don't just interrupt a man's nap for nothing you know." Every person who was on deck is now pointing to the large flaming streak of death dancing across the sky. Looking directly at the comet the and pausing could only say one thing.
"Huh yeah I can see why that would be a problem don't worry your fearless leader's got it." Supportive shouts of old man and rear admiral the man fill the air hyping the man which makes him grab his coat and throw it off casting it to the side.
"OverBulk, Soru, Geppo." The man grunts allowing his muscles to swell to a colossal size before kicking the ground as many times in succession as he possibly could. Launching himself into the air all that could be heard by the nearby marines was the Thunderous echoes the man made as the air was battered by pure force guiding him to his destination. Converging on one another the man ready's his hands in preparation for the meeting between the small cosmic body and the man. With a final "Tekkai." The two objects meet connecting the star pushes the man on impact forcing him down to the very middle of the deck. With baited breath all marines present take protective positions.
"Hmm what is going on here?"
a lazy tone drawls out which a near by marine replies to with."Dr. Strawberry please step back the rear admiral is currently dealing with a sudden problem." snorting the woman replies " I think I Can protect myself but thank you for the thought." looking over she spots the transformed man furiously kicking the air trying the slow his fall down. Finally landing with a large thud that shook boat the man grins victoriously.
"See what'd I tell ya." shaking her head the women sighs and in an annoyed voice speaks.
"Are you done yet Jaguar?"
"Done saving yer sorry hide ? oh absolutely."
"Just put down that burnt boat." Blinking the man looks up and see's that yes it is indeed a boat almost pitch black that he's holding. sniffing the air the man speaks
"Doctor straw berry could you please come here."
raising a brow before lazily strutting over "C'mon don't be a baby I'm sure the burns aren't that ba-"she is surprised when the rear admiral barks out a loud "NOW." squinting she wonders why he's serious business all of a sudden.
"There's a kid in here strawberry." blinking the women rushes to the boat looking into it and analyzing it contents. "some one get me some water and a couple blankets." "You." she says pointing to a near by marine go get egghead out of his office tell him its an emergency a require all the tools for a surgery." "yes Mam." with a salute the man runs sighing she speaks once more.
"This is going to take a while."
"Hey Frank." Putting down the deck of cards he was nursing he looks to his partner in the Crows nest and speaks.
"Yeah Paula?" "Could you take a look through the spy glass for me real quick I wanna know if I'm seeing things."
Looking over in confusion the man states "Ok sure thing."
Paula gently placing the Spy-Glass into the mans hands merely pauses awaiting his reply. Putting his eye to the lens he scans the sky looking for his supposed target before finding it.
"Pa.. Paula is that a shoot star coming right at the ship."with an enthusiastic nod she shakes her head. "So you saw it too ?" nodding softly they both wait there in silence before in perfect synchronization they yell out to the world.
"REAR ADMIRAL JAGUAR!!!"
After a few seconds of silence and terror filled sweating a door is heard slowly opening in a loud squeak. Both members of the Crows nest duty look to the door of the Rear Admiral's office opening, before spotting the large figure of the man. Rubbing his eyes and yawning loudly growls out in a booming voice filled with gravel. "This better be important you don't just interrupt a man's nap for nothing you know." Every person who was on deck is now pointing to the large flaming streak of death dancing across the sky. Looking directly at the comet the and pausing could only say one thing.
"Huh yeah I can see why that would be a problem don't worry your fearless leader's got it." Supportive shouts of old man and rear admiral the man fill the air hyping the man which makes him grab his coat and throw it off casting it to the side.
"OverBulk, Soru, Geppo." The man grunts allowing his muscles to swell to a colossal size before kicking the ground as many times in succession as he possibly could. Launching himself into the air all that could be heard by the nearby marines was the Thunderous echoes the man made as the air was battered by pure force guiding him to his destination. Converging on one another the man ready's his hands in preparation for the meeting between the small cosmic body and the man. With a final "Tekkai." The two objects meet connecting the star pushes the man on impact forcing him down to the very middle of the deck. With baited breath all marines present take protective positions.
"Hmm what is going on here?"
a lazy tone drawls out which a near by marine replies to with."Dr. Strawberry please step back the rear admiral is currently dealing with a sudden problem." snorting the woman replies " I think I Can protect myself but thank you for the thought." looking over she spots the transformed man furiously kicking the air trying the slow his fall down. Finally landing with a large thud that shook boat the man grins victoriously.
"See what'd I tell ya." shaking her head the women sighs and in an annoyed voice speaks.
"Are you done yet Jaguar?"
"Done saving yer sorry hide ? oh absolutely."
"Just put down that burnt boat." Blinking the man looks up and see's that yes it is indeed a boat almost pitch black that he's holding. sniffing the air the man speaks
"Doctor straw berry could you please come here."
raising a brow before lazily strutting over "C'mon don't be a baby I'm sure the burns aren't that ba-"she is surprised when the rear admiral barks out a loud "NOW." squinting she wonders why he's serious business all of a sudden.
"There's a kid in here strawberry." blinking the women rushes to the boat looking into it and analyzing it contents. "some one get me some water and a couple blankets." "You." she says pointing to a near by marine go get egghead out of his office tell him its an emergency a require all the tools for a surgery." "yes Mam." with a salute the man runs sighing she speaks once more.
"This is going to take a while."
Chapter 3:Of Doctors, Marines and..Pirates?
Tortuga_World
Stories are great.
- Location
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Chapter 3: Of Doctors and Pirates arc:1 Seed Of Justice
"Have you determined if a devil fruit was the cause of the kids healing factor? if not then it would be our duty to stud-"
" Babyback we are not going to test on a unconscious kid." The woman replies in a cold tone full of acid. Raising his hands up in an attempt to placate the other doctor he retorts.
" Now, now you know that's not what I meant I merely meant that when they wake up we should persuade them to help our cause." Seeing her expression he puts his hands in his pockets and sighs
"Look strawberry think of all the lives this young man could save." looking into Babyback's eyes she just stares her eyes in a glassy haze.
"Let...lets just let the boy decide when he wakes up." Squinting and scratching his head the man interrupts "how do we know he's a kid he could be a pirate for all we know. Shrugging the woman merely states "We would have to take him into custody then but I have the feeling that its just an odd kid." Nodding his head softly Babyback starts towards the door turning his head toward strawberry at the last second. "Do you want anything from the kitchen or are you coming?" Mulling over it she just shakes her head "just bring me a jug of water." with one last nod the man leaves sitting down in her desk she starts to rifle through her notes.
With a start I find myself covered in warm cloth. Taking my fluffy bindings off I sit up in the bed and survey the room I'm in. A row of bed a very calming wall and oh there's someone sitting at the messy desk over there. Finding my voice I throw out a soft "hello." The cold dead looking eyes of a pale young woman look directly at me in a way that should have scared me but they didn't really I was to calm for that. Parting her red hair out of they way and turning towards me fully she finally speaks.
"How are you feeling." "I feel fine Ms-"
"Strawberry." "Ms. Strawberry do you know where I am?" Narrowing her eyes she pauses before giving me an answer.
"The Grand Line right now your in the Grand Line.." a pang of memory escapes me as soon as it comes.
"So you've heard of it before?" Nodding I reply "Yes mam I think I've heard of it before but I don't really remember to much." Nodding she tells me " I'm going to ask you a few questions if you don't mind." after I get through shaking my head she starts.
"What is your name." A hollow feeling is obliterated as soon as it started. Frowning I pause and begin to sort through my memories. Finding parcels of information I find my name nowhere.
" I don't know." her face get incredibly more sour a feat that I didn't even think possible a few seconds ago. "Nationality, Kingdom or country of birth." Shaking my head again she presses once more this time with hope laced in her voice.
"What about your family." Finding nothing but blank figures staring back at me I shrug for some reason not feeling unease in the slightest. She exhales hard then asks "So what do you remember?" "Just the basics really." Getting up from her seat in the chair she reaches into one of the large drawers.
"Here read this while I go speak to the rear admiral."
Rear Admiral? but before I could think anymore of the subject she throws a small pristine looking book. Watching her leave I comply blankly looking at the door until I decided to look at the book. The complete encyclopedia to all the diseases in the world? My eyes widen as a large screen in Bold writing appears before me interrupting me. Through a repeated action the skill <Observe> has been created.
Something forces itself to the front of my mind, Stories in the past, I apparently had read stories about people with a power called the gamer. How the hell ? but this is real life there's no possible way I could have a power from a story. But with the stat page I had opened before my eyes I couldn't deny the truth.
Name: ???
Title: None
Class: The Gamer
Hp: 200/200 Wp:100/100
STR: 10
DEX: 10
INT: 10
VIT: 10
WILL:10
LUC: 10
Perks: None
Skills: observe Lvl:1
Gamers mind: Max
Gamers Body: Max
Looking I find myself confused pressing my finger to the perk page I get a message. Perks can only be chosen every five levels. So I have to wait until I level up that's fine I guess but I don't really remember willpower every being a stat but ill just assume its just wisdom with a name change. Leafing through the book I find that I never want to be near plants every again wait I'm a video Game character I could just get disease resistance or something. But then again I could just be insane I haven't actually figured out which yet. My musings are put on hold as I spot a man trying to shove himself into the room. Damn he's bending over and still touching the roof.
"Just sit down it would make it a lot easier." the voice of Ms. straw berry rings out. Grumbling the man speaks out in the voice of an angel. well if an angel smoked over thirty packs a day.
"I'm glad your alright kid." "What happened?" I ask curiosly.
"You fell from the sky." blinking I was about to refute when I noticed the mans at least 10ft tall and I'm a video game character. when nothing else is left all I can say is "Huh." seemingly amused by my response he responds " I and doctor strawberry have an offer for you if you don't want to take either offer all we can drop you off at the island were arriving at soon." Nodding my head Doctor Strawberry speaks up " Either way you'll be joining the marines but you can either be my apprentice or his apprentice." grinning the man bellows out " You wont find a better teacher for taking down pirate scum than me." I interrupt " Marines ? pirate scum?" frowning the man looks at me worry in his eyes.
"That fall must have knocked something loose kid." elbowing the man in the side Strawberry interrupts
" Pirates are criminals who oppose the world government and seek to harm innocents with their selfishness." the man cuts in with a firm nod
" Exactly we the marines are the ones who stop pirates shielding them from the evils of piracy." nodding I swear I know what they're talking about I just cant put my finger on it. Smiling I reply
" I'd love to help people." and that was true helping out and getting experience sounded great until something else comes up.
The man smiles and the woman nods with that I ask both of them "Why cant I study under you both?" all they do In response is blink.
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Meanwhile two women are sitting at a table one daintily sipping at her tea as the other chugs a bottle of whiskey.
" They just keep getting younger don't they Marie?" Setting her tea cup down and painting an amused smile on her face the woman named Marie replies.
" Quite I for one find myself giddy that I will teach the next generation and with Maria having so much talent it will be a pleasure." Nodding Ann continues to watch as her butler and newest crew member spar.
Raising her umbrella in riposte she braces for the man's attack surprised when disappears and returns right behind her. Eyes widening and mind racing she just barely dodges at kick aimed at her temple feeling the mans boot graze over her she goes to retaliate but is to late as a short stomp to her back stops here in place setting her up for the mans next attack.
"Queens Gambit." the man speaks out loud. Turning his body up side down both of his feet find purchase upon the girls cheek sending her flying chasing her tumbling the man goes to drive her through the tree behind her with his knee But is surprised when a spinning umbrella blocks the way. With mirth the girl announces out "Vortex Down." after all he never said she couldn't use her devil fruit.
"Have you determined if a devil fruit was the cause of the kids healing factor? if not then it would be our duty to stud-"
" Babyback we are not going to test on a unconscious kid." The woman replies in a cold tone full of acid. Raising his hands up in an attempt to placate the other doctor he retorts.
" Now, now you know that's not what I meant I merely meant that when they wake up we should persuade them to help our cause." Seeing her expression he puts his hands in his pockets and sighs
"Look strawberry think of all the lives this young man could save." looking into Babyback's eyes she just stares her eyes in a glassy haze.
"Let...lets just let the boy decide when he wakes up." Squinting and scratching his head the man interrupts "how do we know he's a kid he could be a pirate for all we know. Shrugging the woman merely states "We would have to take him into custody then but I have the feeling that its just an odd kid." Nodding his head softly Babyback starts towards the door turning his head toward strawberry at the last second. "Do you want anything from the kitchen or are you coming?" Mulling over it she just shakes her head "just bring me a jug of water." with one last nod the man leaves sitting down in her desk she starts to rifle through her notes.
With a start I find myself covered in warm cloth. Taking my fluffy bindings off I sit up in the bed and survey the room I'm in. A row of bed a very calming wall and oh there's someone sitting at the messy desk over there. Finding my voice I throw out a soft "hello." The cold dead looking eyes of a pale young woman look directly at me in a way that should have scared me but they didn't really I was to calm for that. Parting her red hair out of they way and turning towards me fully she finally speaks.
"How are you feeling." "I feel fine Ms-"
"Strawberry." "Ms. Strawberry do you know where I am?" Narrowing her eyes she pauses before giving me an answer.
"The Grand Line right now your in the Grand Line.." a pang of memory escapes me as soon as it comes.
"So you've heard of it before?" Nodding I reply "Yes mam I think I've heard of it before but I don't really remember to much." Nodding she tells me " I'm going to ask you a few questions if you don't mind." after I get through shaking my head she starts.
"What is your name." A hollow feeling is obliterated as soon as it started. Frowning I pause and begin to sort through my memories. Finding parcels of information I find my name nowhere.
" I don't know." her face get incredibly more sour a feat that I didn't even think possible a few seconds ago. "Nationality, Kingdom or country of birth." Shaking my head again she presses once more this time with hope laced in her voice.
"What about your family." Finding nothing but blank figures staring back at me I shrug for some reason not feeling unease in the slightest. She exhales hard then asks "So what do you remember?" "Just the basics really." Getting up from her seat in the chair she reaches into one of the large drawers.
"Here read this while I go speak to the rear admiral."
Rear Admiral? but before I could think anymore of the subject she throws a small pristine looking book. Watching her leave I comply blankly looking at the door until I decided to look at the book. The complete encyclopedia to all the diseases in the world? My eyes widen as a large screen in Bold writing appears before me interrupting me. Through a repeated action the skill <Observe> has been created.
Something forces itself to the front of my mind, Stories in the past, I apparently had read stories about people with a power called the gamer. How the hell ? but this is real life there's no possible way I could have a power from a story. But with the stat page I had opened before my eyes I couldn't deny the truth.
Name: ???
Title: None
Class: The Gamer
Hp: 200/200 Wp:100/100
STR: 10
DEX: 10
INT: 10
VIT: 10
WILL:10
LUC: 10
Perks: None
Skills: observe Lvl:1
Gamers mind: Max
Gamers Body: Max
Looking I find myself confused pressing my finger to the perk page I get a message. Perks can only be chosen every five levels. So I have to wait until I level up that's fine I guess but I don't really remember willpower every being a stat but ill just assume its just wisdom with a name change. Leafing through the book I find that I never want to be near plants every again wait I'm a video Game character I could just get disease resistance or something. But then again I could just be insane I haven't actually figured out which yet. My musings are put on hold as I spot a man trying to shove himself into the room. Damn he's bending over and still touching the roof.
"Just sit down it would make it a lot easier." the voice of Ms. straw berry rings out. Grumbling the man speaks out in the voice of an angel. well if an angel smoked over thirty packs a day.
"I'm glad your alright kid." "What happened?" I ask curiosly.
"You fell from the sky." blinking I was about to refute when I noticed the mans at least 10ft tall and I'm a video game character. when nothing else is left all I can say is "Huh." seemingly amused by my response he responds " I and doctor strawberry have an offer for you if you don't want to take either offer all we can drop you off at the island were arriving at soon." Nodding my head Doctor Strawberry speaks up " Either way you'll be joining the marines but you can either be my apprentice or his apprentice." grinning the man bellows out " You wont find a better teacher for taking down pirate scum than me." I interrupt " Marines ? pirate scum?" frowning the man looks at me worry in his eyes.
"That fall must have knocked something loose kid." elbowing the man in the side Strawberry interrupts
" Pirates are criminals who oppose the world government and seek to harm innocents with their selfishness." the man cuts in with a firm nod
" Exactly we the marines are the ones who stop pirates shielding them from the evils of piracy." nodding I swear I know what they're talking about I just cant put my finger on it. Smiling I reply
" I'd love to help people." and that was true helping out and getting experience sounded great until something else comes up.
The man smiles and the woman nods with that I ask both of them "Why cant I study under you both?" all they do In response is blink.
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Meanwhile two women are sitting at a table one daintily sipping at her tea as the other chugs a bottle of whiskey.
" They just keep getting younger don't they Marie?" Setting her tea cup down and painting an amused smile on her face the woman named Marie replies.
" Quite I for one find myself giddy that I will teach the next generation and with Maria having so much talent it will be a pleasure." Nodding Ann continues to watch as her butler and newest crew member spar.
Raising her umbrella in riposte she braces for the man's attack surprised when disappears and returns right behind her. Eyes widening and mind racing she just barely dodges at kick aimed at her temple feeling the mans boot graze over her she goes to retaliate but is to late as a short stomp to her back stops here in place setting her up for the mans next attack.
"Queens Gambit." the man speaks out loud. Turning his body up side down both of his feet find purchase upon the girls cheek sending her flying chasing her tumbling the man goes to drive her through the tree behind her with his knee But is surprised when a spinning umbrella blocks the way. With mirth the girl announces out "Vortex Down." after all he never said she couldn't use her devil fruit.
Chapter 4: The Glutton VS. Justice
Tortuga_World
Stories are great.
- Location
- The Back
Petting my newly acquired turtle I go back to sorting my haul. The catching fish and other sea life was to help me level up and practice my skills after all the only thing that hasn't tried to kill me from that God forsaken place was the micro-turtle I had recently tamed... well I say tamed but he was the only animal left in a pile of dead large toothy fish I had gotten worried because I thought he would attack me but he just stared at me and nodded before I knew it was on my shoulder climbing into my front left pocket I decided not to freak out based on that my sense danger skill or detect blood thirst skill didn't go off and I trusted my power.
"Hey kid are you done ?" looking back at the voice that had just called me I spot the tanned and bearded figure of Frank looking down at me looking at. Gesturing at the pile I sweep my hands in its direction just about what do you need ?"
I figured out a few days ago that I loved helping people and doing something with myself so it was a great combination now if only I could get more quests right now I'm pretty sure the turtle is a higher level than I am. Pausing I push the thought away but remind myself to use observe later.
" The rear admiral want's you to meet up with Daiya and Babyback on the deck."
Babyback? the egg shaped guy who's never around except when ever Dr. Strawberry wants to give me tests and when I go the kitchen. Seeing my frown he goes to inform me "Yeah you haven't been around long enough but he's a genius when it comes to using life return." "Life return?" I ask curiously. Giving me one of those looks people do when I ask to much questions he just shakes his head.
"I'll tell you later the rear admiral's waiting." nodding I make a quick note to start using observe more I mean really Babyback?
A few moments later I see Daiya with her motionless blank face the same as every other time I had seen her. Same pale complexion same jet black hair and the same look on her face it kind of freaks me out a little bit but she's a good sparring partner and she doesn't really cause trouble so she's fine. I also spot the short and stout form of Babyback his bald head channeling the power of the sun perfectly I wonder if that's how he fights I mean I've seen crazier fighting styles Daiya uses a War shovel, Dr. Strawberry uses scalpels that can cut people without touching them. So you have to be prepared for everything ..well that's what the rear admiral say's anyway.
"Johnathan." looking I peer into Daiya's deep blue eyes and nod for whatever reason she was one of the only people who would call me by the name I picked everyone else just calls me kid its not like it mattered it was just something that I had noticed...Maybe it had something to do with naming my self after one of history's most famous Doctors mentally shrugging I reply Back . "Daiya." clapping me on the back I hear the rear admiral laugh "come on kid's were doing something fun today".
Spotting the metallic container in his hand I elect to stay silent. The wrinkled man wiggles his salt and pepper colored eye brows
"I know you two would rather be sparring alone but I've got something fun for all today." Sparring alone? Id fight anyone that wouldn't kill me immediately or didn't want to fight I needed a load of training after all. looking over I see the girl in question shake her head and sigh.
Huh wonder what that's about.
"Here is a little concoction I had our good doctor make for us." shaking the canister back and forth he finally announces what's so important, "Seaking bait in a bottle I want you and all of the men you can rally to kill whatever comes at us."
"Sir this seems highly irresp-" a long finger is put to Babyback's protesting lips and the rear admiral quietly states. "If anything happens I'll be there don't worry and just trust me you trust me right?." "Sir of course I do I merely think that Johnathan should wait until much later to start live combat drills."
"That's why I brought you here babyback, Strawberry was to lazy to come out so I went for the next best medical personel." Are those stars in his eyes?
"Next b-b-best? sir do you mean it?" Grinning and laughing the man pats the other man on the shoulder
"Of course." doing a little jig a man of his size should not capable of he ekes out "Why don't we get started then." nodding the fifteen foot man grabs what looks like an extremely big fishing pole and make shift platform not waiting another moment he opens it up faster than I can barley even perceive connects the bait and suspends the hook high in the air.
Readying myself I draw my Kitchen knife I Borrowed from Misha the cook. I'm really surprised when I hear Dayia's monotone voice actually sound out with some emotion
"Soldiers gather, formation white ensign!" not knowing what she's actually talking I decided to stay the course and find myself regretting it as I realize like an idiot I'm standing closest to the large monster that just rose from the deep.
The thing took merely a moment to notice us apparently finding us a better target. I silently activate observe to see what we're dealing with here.
Takling The Sea Eater
Level: 28
Title: The Glutton
Hp: 1600/1600
Okay not that bad I mean I've got every one else so it cant be that bad. "Fire." a single word brings a hail storm of bullets streaking through the air causing them to find purchase on the briny beast. With a roar the beast ignores the flying implements of death in favor of taking a bite at me being the sane person I am I heed my danger sense.
< Danger Sense has gone up by one >
< Danger Sense has gone up by one >
Speak of the Devil. After dodging I Use my <Jump> skill to jump on the things neck. oh geez this feels disgusting like taking a slide in goop shaking those thoughts I start stabbing it Fancy and precise like though if not doctor strawberry would kill me. Not having any of it in the creature flings me off making me - 1hp huh not bad. Taking the scalpel I had in my front pocket I get in a stance ready to dodge again. Narrowing its eyes in defiance it shoots its tounge out at the crew only being stopped by a now absolutely ripped babyback. Not wanting to be standing there staring I start to run both weapons in hand activating my <Sprint> I haul my ass toward its vulnerable tounge being so generously held in place by babyback.
With a yell I activate the skill in both hands "Power Strike." it seems that great minds think alike as I find the appendage that my weapons had lodged themselves into sliced in half the telltale shape of Daiya's shovel told me it was her feat Ripping my weapons from the beast I look directly at it. Finding itself wounded the beast goes to retreat.. wait he's not retreating he's gonna attack in worry I yell
"WATCH OUT HEADBUTT!" true to my prediction the pissed off Sea King Goes to ram it the ship with all its might in what looks like a final attack. Blocking would be impossible for me I'd probably die. But babyBack looks like he'd be up to the challenge. "Babyback I need you to Help Dayia block that head butt." looking in confusion the man just nods his muscles growing even larger. I gotta ask for his secret later.
The creature now connects with the hulking man and the petite girls shovel stopping it. it also being peppered by supporting fire is having a visable effect on the beast helping us immensely. With my last bits of willpower I activate <Jump> and <Sprint> launching myself at the beast knives in hand. Throwing my self on the monster I lose my precision from earlier abandoning it for the amount of stabs per second. -32Hp Ow shit was that a bullet ? Jumping towards the way of the deck where bullets aren't I worry when I cant find my pet in my pocket Oh come one I thought you were like a badass or something with dread I active observe and position myself to safety. After a second of looking back to the other end of the deck I look once more.
Where is he? my eyes widening in surprise I cant really believe what I'm seeing this tiny turtle is standing on top of the Seaking's falling corpse in a triumphant pose.
< Your level has gone up by one>
< Your level has gone up by one>
< Your level has gone up by one>
< Your level has gone up by one>
< Your level has gone up by one>
< Your level has gone up by one>
< Your level has gone up by one>
< Your level has gone up by one>
< Your level has gone up by one>
Well At least I leveled up. I Start Walking towards the corpse Looking for loot, Smiling when I hear the cheers I carry on.
"Hey kid are you done ?" looking back at the voice that had just called me I spot the tanned and bearded figure of Frank looking down at me looking at. Gesturing at the pile I sweep my hands in its direction just about what do you need ?"
I figured out a few days ago that I loved helping people and doing something with myself so it was a great combination now if only I could get more quests right now I'm pretty sure the turtle is a higher level than I am. Pausing I push the thought away but remind myself to use observe later.
" The rear admiral want's you to meet up with Daiya and Babyback on the deck."
Babyback? the egg shaped guy who's never around except when ever Dr. Strawberry wants to give me tests and when I go the kitchen. Seeing my frown he goes to inform me "Yeah you haven't been around long enough but he's a genius when it comes to using life return." "Life return?" I ask curiously. Giving me one of those looks people do when I ask to much questions he just shakes his head.
"I'll tell you later the rear admiral's waiting." nodding I make a quick note to start using observe more I mean really Babyback?
A few moments later I see Daiya with her motionless blank face the same as every other time I had seen her. Same pale complexion same jet black hair and the same look on her face it kind of freaks me out a little bit but she's a good sparring partner and she doesn't really cause trouble so she's fine. I also spot the short and stout form of Babyback his bald head channeling the power of the sun perfectly I wonder if that's how he fights I mean I've seen crazier fighting styles Daiya uses a War shovel, Dr. Strawberry uses scalpels that can cut people without touching them. So you have to be prepared for everything ..well that's what the rear admiral say's anyway.
"Johnathan." looking I peer into Daiya's deep blue eyes and nod for whatever reason she was one of the only people who would call me by the name I picked everyone else just calls me kid its not like it mattered it was just something that I had noticed...Maybe it had something to do with naming my self after one of history's most famous Doctors mentally shrugging I reply Back . "Daiya." clapping me on the back I hear the rear admiral laugh "come on kid's were doing something fun today".
Spotting the metallic container in his hand I elect to stay silent. The wrinkled man wiggles his salt and pepper colored eye brows
"I know you two would rather be sparring alone but I've got something fun for all today." Sparring alone? Id fight anyone that wouldn't kill me immediately or didn't want to fight I needed a load of training after all. looking over I see the girl in question shake her head and sigh.
Huh wonder what that's about.
"Here is a little concoction I had our good doctor make for us." shaking the canister back and forth he finally announces what's so important, "Seaking bait in a bottle I want you and all of the men you can rally to kill whatever comes at us."
"Sir this seems highly irresp-" a long finger is put to Babyback's protesting lips and the rear admiral quietly states. "If anything happens I'll be there don't worry and just trust me you trust me right?." "Sir of course I do I merely think that Johnathan should wait until much later to start live combat drills."
"That's why I brought you here babyback, Strawberry was to lazy to come out so I went for the next best medical personel." Are those stars in his eyes?
"Next b-b-best? sir do you mean it?" Grinning and laughing the man pats the other man on the shoulder
"Of course." doing a little jig a man of his size should not capable of he ekes out "Why don't we get started then." nodding the fifteen foot man grabs what looks like an extremely big fishing pole and make shift platform not waiting another moment he opens it up faster than I can barley even perceive connects the bait and suspends the hook high in the air.
Readying myself I draw my Kitchen knife I Borrowed from Misha the cook. I'm really surprised when I hear Dayia's monotone voice actually sound out with some emotion
"Soldiers gather, formation white ensign!" not knowing what she's actually talking I decided to stay the course and find myself regretting it as I realize like an idiot I'm standing closest to the large monster that just rose from the deep.
The thing took merely a moment to notice us apparently finding us a better target. I silently activate observe to see what we're dealing with here.
Takling The Sea Eater
Level: 28
Title: The Glutton
Hp: 1600/1600
Okay not that bad I mean I've got every one else so it cant be that bad. "Fire." a single word brings a hail storm of bullets streaking through the air causing them to find purchase on the briny beast. With a roar the beast ignores the flying implements of death in favor of taking a bite at me being the sane person I am I heed my danger sense.
< Danger Sense has gone up by one >
< Danger Sense has gone up by one >
Speak of the Devil. After dodging I Use my <Jump> skill to jump on the things neck. oh geez this feels disgusting like taking a slide in goop shaking those thoughts I start stabbing it Fancy and precise like though if not doctor strawberry would kill me. Not having any of it in the creature flings me off making me - 1hp huh not bad. Taking the scalpel I had in my front pocket I get in a stance ready to dodge again. Narrowing its eyes in defiance it shoots its tounge out at the crew only being stopped by a now absolutely ripped babyback. Not wanting to be standing there staring I start to run both weapons in hand activating my <Sprint> I haul my ass toward its vulnerable tounge being so generously held in place by babyback.
With a yell I activate the skill in both hands "Power Strike." it seems that great minds think alike as I find the appendage that my weapons had lodged themselves into sliced in half the telltale shape of Daiya's shovel told me it was her feat Ripping my weapons from the beast I look directly at it. Finding itself wounded the beast goes to retreat.. wait he's not retreating he's gonna attack in worry I yell
"WATCH OUT HEADBUTT!" true to my prediction the pissed off Sea King Goes to ram it the ship with all its might in what looks like a final attack. Blocking would be impossible for me I'd probably die. But babyBack looks like he'd be up to the challenge. "Babyback I need you to Help Dayia block that head butt." looking in confusion the man just nods his muscles growing even larger. I gotta ask for his secret later.
The creature now connects with the hulking man and the petite girls shovel stopping it. it also being peppered by supporting fire is having a visable effect on the beast helping us immensely. With my last bits of willpower I activate <Jump> and <Sprint> launching myself at the beast knives in hand. Throwing my self on the monster I lose my precision from earlier abandoning it for the amount of stabs per second. -32Hp Ow shit was that a bullet ? Jumping towards the way of the deck where bullets aren't I worry when I cant find my pet in my pocket Oh come one I thought you were like a badass or something with dread I active observe and position myself to safety. After a second of looking back to the other end of the deck I look once more.
Where is he? my eyes widening in surprise I cant really believe what I'm seeing this tiny turtle is standing on top of the Seaking's falling corpse in a triumphant pose.
< Your level has gone up by one>
< Your level has gone up by one>
< Your level has gone up by one>
< Your level has gone up by one>
< Your level has gone up by one>
< Your level has gone up by one>
< Your level has gone up by one>
< Your level has gone up by one>
< Your level has gone up by one>
Well At least I leveled up. I Start Walking towards the corpse Looking for loot, Smiling when I hear the cheers I carry on.
Chapter 4.5 Ignition
Tortuga_World
Stories are great.
- Location
- The Back
Maria P.O.V:
Smiling I pinch the cheeks of the adorable little munchkin right in front of me.
"Mariaaaahh stop it." In response to the distress of their brethren the horde comes. I hear the telltale rushing pitter patter of feet descending to my location. Realizing where this is heading I smirk and scoop up the little mass of adorable and hold him menacingly painting him as my hostage. Now that my hostage has been pacified I put on my best pirate impression.
"Do ye rats think ye can stand up to the great and beautiful queen of the sea?"
With cries of primal fury the children throw themselves down the stairs at the so called queen of the sea hoping to free her captive and end her evil reign. Hmm I don't want any of the little tykes getting hurt and I wanna show off clicking its self into place snugly in my head I decide to put my amazing plan into motion. Activating my devil fruit I will my dress to spin and extend itself out. I feel nothing but satisfaction as the soft thuds of children fall into my currently revolving dress. Surveying the haul I see that at least a couple children are missing where are they?
"FOR JUSTICE!"
Looking up my eyes widen when did she get on the ceiling? Acting as a proper calm and collected pirate should I draw my parasol blocking the offending figures thrust. Telling my devil fruit to stop its rotation I drop the children as gently as I can hearing a continuous series of thuds. Dropping my parasol towards the ground I hear the sound of feet hitting the floor instead of the thud I was expecting. Curious I ask the wooden sword wielder in front of me.
"How did ya get on the roof Gawain?"
"Like a true knight of justice like myself would ever reveal my secrets to pirate scum like you." My right eye twitches pirate scum huh? she's been all high and mighty ever since I told everyone I'd be heading out to sea soon what's her deal. Staring into the eyes of the wannabe knight I shoot back expertly.
"Your just mad you cant beat me huh?" turning as red as a one of aunt Molenda's signature tomatoe pies she shoot's back predictably.
"Just because thou cheats fair combat with the fruit of the devil does not mean you can beat justice." did she really have to start talking in ye olden speech?
"I'll show you how strong justice can be when all its children work as one."
Gesturing the girl yells toward to group of now recovering children. "My fellow brother, my fellow sisters now in this time I need you more than ever! gather your hands give me your hearts and throw your bodies to destroy the evil blight upon this land." Taking a deep breath she continues "Now are you with me?" snorting at her speech I note that the kids looked so confused ahh I wish I could paint this scene I'd would be perfect. Sighing she pinches the bridge of her nose before speaking once more.
"just...just go get her ok?" with smiles,nods and a roar the horde marches in pursuit of their mortal enemy once more.
"Cookies are done come get them while their hot."
Until the sweet voice of the head of the orphanage bellows out those words. the effect is made in an instant as now the mob is heading in the direction of the kitchen cheering as it goes. Watching the knight of justice shakes her head crosses her arms and pouts.
"S'not fair." snickering at the girl I cant help but fell a pang of pity for her just a little though.
"Maybe one day you'll bring the great and beautiful queen of the sea to justice but it wont be anytime soon."
Striking the best pose I could I still, waiting for her response. Narrowing her eyes she brings the most determined look to her face.
"It'll be sooner than you think and by my hand I swear I'll be the one to do it." Smiling I just nod before walking to the kitchen only two more days left after all need to spend them wisely.
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Mean while on the ship of a pirate: ?
"Alright now that were alone could you tell me what the hell were doin out in the middle of nowhere?" staring back into the eyes of the man who calmly puts away his fork and knife the man fidgets slightly under his gaze.
"There is a certain ... Artifact and collection of historical documents that currently reside there our employer has stated that they must be retrieved at all costs. You and your men have full rights rape, pillage and slaughter as you please. While you are doing your work My crew and I shall be extracting the requested items." grinning the man asks
"Anything else I need to know..partner" wiping his mouth of with his bib the man stares of into space before snapping his fingers. Taking a photo from his desk he holds it up.
"No one else matters but if you find this woman capture her alive our gracious benefactor told us if we did so we would be set beyond life." Peeking curiously at the young women in the photo he tilts his head and scratches it
"Can I get a name?"
"Ann. Ann Bathory."
Smiling I pinch the cheeks of the adorable little munchkin right in front of me.
"Mariaaaahh stop it." In response to the distress of their brethren the horde comes. I hear the telltale rushing pitter patter of feet descending to my location. Realizing where this is heading I smirk and scoop up the little mass of adorable and hold him menacingly painting him as my hostage. Now that my hostage has been pacified I put on my best pirate impression.
"Do ye rats think ye can stand up to the great and beautiful queen of the sea?"
With cries of primal fury the children throw themselves down the stairs at the so called queen of the sea hoping to free her captive and end her evil reign. Hmm I don't want any of the little tykes getting hurt and I wanna show off clicking its self into place snugly in my head I decide to put my amazing plan into motion. Activating my devil fruit I will my dress to spin and extend itself out. I feel nothing but satisfaction as the soft thuds of children fall into my currently revolving dress. Surveying the haul I see that at least a couple children are missing where are they?
"FOR JUSTICE!"
Looking up my eyes widen when did she get on the ceiling? Acting as a proper calm and collected pirate should I draw my parasol blocking the offending figures thrust. Telling my devil fruit to stop its rotation I drop the children as gently as I can hearing a continuous series of thuds. Dropping my parasol towards the ground I hear the sound of feet hitting the floor instead of the thud I was expecting. Curious I ask the wooden sword wielder in front of me.
"How did ya get on the roof Gawain?"
"Like a true knight of justice like myself would ever reveal my secrets to pirate scum like you." My right eye twitches pirate scum huh? she's been all high and mighty ever since I told everyone I'd be heading out to sea soon what's her deal. Staring into the eyes of the wannabe knight I shoot back expertly.
"Your just mad you cant beat me huh?" turning as red as a one of aunt Molenda's signature tomatoe pies she shoot's back predictably.
"Just because thou cheats fair combat with the fruit of the devil does not mean you can beat justice." did she really have to start talking in ye olden speech?
"I'll show you how strong justice can be when all its children work as one."
Gesturing the girl yells toward to group of now recovering children. "My fellow brother, my fellow sisters now in this time I need you more than ever! gather your hands give me your hearts and throw your bodies to destroy the evil blight upon this land." Taking a deep breath she continues "Now are you with me?" snorting at her speech I note that the kids looked so confused ahh I wish I could paint this scene I'd would be perfect. Sighing she pinches the bridge of her nose before speaking once more.
"just...just go get her ok?" with smiles,nods and a roar the horde marches in pursuit of their mortal enemy once more.
"Cookies are done come get them while their hot."
Until the sweet voice of the head of the orphanage bellows out those words. the effect is made in an instant as now the mob is heading in the direction of the kitchen cheering as it goes. Watching the knight of justice shakes her head crosses her arms and pouts.
"S'not fair." snickering at the girl I cant help but fell a pang of pity for her just a little though.
"Maybe one day you'll bring the great and beautiful queen of the sea to justice but it wont be anytime soon."
Striking the best pose I could I still, waiting for her response. Narrowing her eyes she brings the most determined look to her face.
"It'll be sooner than you think and by my hand I swear I'll be the one to do it." Smiling I just nod before walking to the kitchen only two more days left after all need to spend them wisely.
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Mean while on the ship of a pirate: ?
"Alright now that were alone could you tell me what the hell were doin out in the middle of nowhere?" staring back into the eyes of the man who calmly puts away his fork and knife the man fidgets slightly under his gaze.
"There is a certain ... Artifact and collection of historical documents that currently reside there our employer has stated that they must be retrieved at all costs. You and your men have full rights rape, pillage and slaughter as you please. While you are doing your work My crew and I shall be extracting the requested items." grinning the man asks
"Anything else I need to know..partner" wiping his mouth of with his bib the man stares of into space before snapping his fingers. Taking a photo from his desk he holds it up.
"No one else matters but if you find this woman capture her alive our gracious benefactor told us if we did so we would be set beyond life." Peeking curiously at the young women in the photo he tilts his head and scratches it
"Can I get a name?"
"Ann. Ann Bathory."
Chapter 5: Thought
Tortuga_World
Stories are great.
- Location
- The Back
Feeling my back hit the ground once again I decide to change up my tactics. Bringing my self up to my feet I take my scalpel out of my front pocket. Activating <Sprint> I wait until I'm a few feet from my target before using <Power throw> to chunk my weapon directly at the stationary man. Grinning the rear-admiral bats the projectile out of the air. Rushing I activate one of my newer skills although its got a bad limitation I cant lie when I say its useful. Using <Mantis shrimp style: Spearers thrust> I launch my self forward pointing my kitchen knife directly at the man while activating <Power strike> Intending to do as much damage as possible.
"Tekkai." but my jab finds its self stopped after digging into the clothing of the rear admiral geez its like trying to stab a brick wall. Oh I so wanna wipe that smug off his face but ahh screw it. Throwing my left fist back I use <Pistol shrimp style: cavitation cannon> yelling to put as much spirit as I could into my fist I hear a thunderous crack as my hand connects to the rear admirals stomach. The strike launches a shockwave pushing the man back and launching my self backwards a few feet. I see his feet digging into the ground but he just keep going until he stops a few feet from the edge almost touching the rails of the deck. After a moment of silence the man just smiles and starts to unbutton his shirt. The hell is he doing? My question is answered as soon as I ask it as I spot a large circular shaped bruise that's painted its self on the stomach of the rear admiral. I wait seeing if I need to spend any more of my finite energy I could launch one more or so of my big attacks or a good amount of little ones but I doubt that I'd actually do anything to the man besides going all out. Looking down at his stomach I see the man rub the bruise and wipe his eyes before speaking.
"Oh they grow up so fast."
C'mon old man that was meant to be my trump and your literally laughing it off. "I knew you've been holding back on me boy when did you come up with that little trick?"
"After me and Babyback almost got killed by those boxing shrimp." Shaking his head the man retorts.
"No more picking fights with sea life."
"But I don't pick fights with sea life, sea life pick fights with me." Crossing his arms the large man looks at me with narrow eyes.
" You're going to take a break from training too." "What." ''Don't what me boy that's an order." Huh wonder what brought this on oh well I can always use an illusion barrier.
"Daiya report!" not even a second later I see the bored face of Daiya poke from around the cabin.
"Yes sir." She says in her usual monotone. "I'll just go to the infirmary."
shaking his head the man reply's " You've got the next two days off and so help me if I catch you doing something that isn't kid related I will throw you off of the ship oh and no need to thank me."
I don't want to go in the sea I don't want to go into the sea at all that's where all the things that want to kill me are. Wait why would I need to thank him?
"Do the rest of your daily duties and enjoy your day off Daiya watch him and make sure he doesn't get the net lord forbid we get more dead fish on board."
Nodding the girl looks directly at my ha try catching me when I.. oh she's taking out he shovel. Getting the message I put my knife into my pocket in turn stuffing it into my inventory.
"Food." she speaks grabbing my hand and begins walking towards to kitchen. Accepting my fate all I can do is go with her and wait until I get an opportunity. I take note of the screech of the door and realize that we're here. Wait I didn't clean the
"Hello comrades come for food yes?" Daiya nods and I eke out a "yeah".
"I would like to thank you for all the meat you have given to me."
Shaking my head I reassure him "no need to thank me your cooking is thanks enough." and I really mean that instant health items are amazing. The man just smiles and slides two bowls on the table Daiya walks all the way around where she sits down takes the spoon from the bowl and slowly almost torturously slow she brings it to her mouth before putting it in.
I sigh "These two days are going to be long aren't they." With a small tilt of her head she nods.
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meanwhile in the rear admiral's cabin:
"What are the test results strawberry?" Taking a lighter from her coat pocket she lights up the cigarette in her hand.
"Sea stone has no effect on him so he's not a devil fruit user I guess he's something truly out of this world." she continues "Regenerating from wounds almost instantly, going from regular civilian to a highly trained recruit in but six days." pausing the man puts his hand on his chin.
"Maybe its a unique manifestation of his willpower." Staring directly a the man with skepticism he puts up his hands to placate the woman. "I know its incredibly rare but its possible."
"Indeed and a valuable person he is indeed if your theory is correct." Turning the rear admiral narrows his eyes at the voice. "Don't worry if you do not wish for me to tell my superiors I will not out of respect for you dear friend but I would like to offer him a place in Cipher Pol if you believe that being a normal marine is not for him."
"You already know my opinion on Cipher Pol Leopawn." tilting his head the man stays silent before asking "Why did you stop him from training?"
"He started to remind me of Sakazuki too much he needed some one to balance him out and Babybacks too focused on medicine."
just humming the man exits leaving the two in silence.
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Not even one chance to escape this girl is determined I'll give her that. "Come here." with a soft voice she motions for me to follow her up the crows nest just do this last thing and I can work while every one is sleeping I haven't spent any stat points yet and I got a lot of them. Climbing I finally reach the top and watch her motion again this time to sit by her. She's just staring off into the stars.
"pretty." looking over at the general direction her eyes are in I have to agree.
"Yeah I guess its pretty." A question comes my mind after all I know nothing about Daiya and I'm here.
"Why did you become a marine?" Looking deep into my eyes she waits a few moments before answering.
"Dad." Family makes sense.
"What does he do." She pauses another moment before answering "Admiral." whoa I think Daiya's dad is one of the big dogs?.
"That's pretty cool."
She just nods tiredly. "Hey if you want to go to bed I promise I wont do anything." looking at me analyzing me she puts her hand out and brings her pinky before me. Heh really alright taking my pinky I wrap it around hers.
"Promise."
"Promise."
Watching her leave I sit there and contemplate. Why did I become a marine ? well what else could I do they offered to train me and I just couldn't resist in my unique circumstances but did I even want to be a marine? Well yeah helping being and getting stronger sounds great but I wanna know who I am more than that . I've been distracting myself by busting my ass by training but when I actually sit down and think about it I hate how little I know but I can get answers from the marines I just gotta get a high enough rank right?
"Hello Johnathan I have an offer for you."
The hell how did he get up here using observe I go to look at who I'm dealing with my eyes widening at what I see.
Leopawn Strange
Level: ???
Title: The left hand of the world
"Tekkai." but my jab finds its self stopped after digging into the clothing of the rear admiral geez its like trying to stab a brick wall. Oh I so wanna wipe that smug off his face but ahh screw it. Throwing my left fist back I use <Pistol shrimp style: cavitation cannon> yelling to put as much spirit as I could into my fist I hear a thunderous crack as my hand connects to the rear admirals stomach. The strike launches a shockwave pushing the man back and launching my self backwards a few feet. I see his feet digging into the ground but he just keep going until he stops a few feet from the edge almost touching the rails of the deck. After a moment of silence the man just smiles and starts to unbutton his shirt. The hell is he doing? My question is answered as soon as I ask it as I spot a large circular shaped bruise that's painted its self on the stomach of the rear admiral. I wait seeing if I need to spend any more of my finite energy I could launch one more or so of my big attacks or a good amount of little ones but I doubt that I'd actually do anything to the man besides going all out. Looking down at his stomach I see the man rub the bruise and wipe his eyes before speaking.
"Oh they grow up so fast."
C'mon old man that was meant to be my trump and your literally laughing it off. "I knew you've been holding back on me boy when did you come up with that little trick?"
"After me and Babyback almost got killed by those boxing shrimp." Shaking his head the man retorts.
"No more picking fights with sea life."
"But I don't pick fights with sea life, sea life pick fights with me." Crossing his arms the large man looks at me with narrow eyes.
" You're going to take a break from training too." "What." ''Don't what me boy that's an order." Huh wonder what brought this on oh well I can always use an illusion barrier.
"Daiya report!" not even a second later I see the bored face of Daiya poke from around the cabin.
"Yes sir." She says in her usual monotone. "I'll just go to the infirmary."
shaking his head the man reply's " You've got the next two days off and so help me if I catch you doing something that isn't kid related I will throw you off of the ship oh and no need to thank me."
I don't want to go in the sea I don't want to go into the sea at all that's where all the things that want to kill me are. Wait why would I need to thank him?
"Do the rest of your daily duties and enjoy your day off Daiya watch him and make sure he doesn't get the net lord forbid we get more dead fish on board."
Nodding the girl looks directly at my ha try catching me when I.. oh she's taking out he shovel. Getting the message I put my knife into my pocket in turn stuffing it into my inventory.
"Food." she speaks grabbing my hand and begins walking towards to kitchen. Accepting my fate all I can do is go with her and wait until I get an opportunity. I take note of the screech of the door and realize that we're here. Wait I didn't clean the
"Hello comrades come for food yes?" Daiya nods and I eke out a "yeah".
"I would like to thank you for all the meat you have given to me."
Shaking my head I reassure him "no need to thank me your cooking is thanks enough." and I really mean that instant health items are amazing. The man just smiles and slides two bowls on the table Daiya walks all the way around where she sits down takes the spoon from the bowl and slowly almost torturously slow she brings it to her mouth before putting it in.
I sigh "These two days are going to be long aren't they." With a small tilt of her head she nods.
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meanwhile in the rear admiral's cabin:
"What are the test results strawberry?" Taking a lighter from her coat pocket she lights up the cigarette in her hand.
"Sea stone has no effect on him so he's not a devil fruit user I guess he's something truly out of this world." she continues "Regenerating from wounds almost instantly, going from regular civilian to a highly trained recruit in but six days." pausing the man puts his hand on his chin.
"Maybe its a unique manifestation of his willpower." Staring directly a the man with skepticism he puts up his hands to placate the woman. "I know its incredibly rare but its possible."
"Indeed and a valuable person he is indeed if your theory is correct." Turning the rear admiral narrows his eyes at the voice. "Don't worry if you do not wish for me to tell my superiors I will not out of respect for you dear friend but I would like to offer him a place in Cipher Pol if you believe that being a normal marine is not for him."
"You already know my opinion on Cipher Pol Leopawn." tilting his head the man stays silent before asking "Why did you stop him from training?"
"He started to remind me of Sakazuki too much he needed some one to balance him out and Babybacks too focused on medicine."
just humming the man exits leaving the two in silence.
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Not even one chance to escape this girl is determined I'll give her that. "Come here." with a soft voice she motions for me to follow her up the crows nest just do this last thing and I can work while every one is sleeping I haven't spent any stat points yet and I got a lot of them. Climbing I finally reach the top and watch her motion again this time to sit by her. She's just staring off into the stars.
"pretty." looking over at the general direction her eyes are in I have to agree.
"Yeah I guess its pretty." A question comes my mind after all I know nothing about Daiya and I'm here.
"Why did you become a marine?" Looking deep into my eyes she waits a few moments before answering.
"Dad." Family makes sense.
"What does he do." She pauses another moment before answering "Admiral." whoa I think Daiya's dad is one of the big dogs?.
"That's pretty cool."
She just nods tiredly. "Hey if you want to go to bed I promise I wont do anything." looking at me analyzing me she puts her hand out and brings her pinky before me. Heh really alright taking my pinky I wrap it around hers.
"Promise."
"Promise."
Watching her leave I sit there and contemplate. Why did I become a marine ? well what else could I do they offered to train me and I just couldn't resist in my unique circumstances but did I even want to be a marine? Well yeah helping being and getting stronger sounds great but I wanna know who I am more than that . I've been distracting myself by busting my ass by training but when I actually sit down and think about it I hate how little I know but I can get answers from the marines I just gotta get a high enough rank right?
"Hello Johnathan I have an offer for you."
The hell how did he get up here using observe I go to look at who I'm dealing with my eyes widening at what I see.
Leopawn Strange
Level: ???
Title: The left hand of the world
Chapter 6: Motivation for Motivation
Tortuga_World
Stories are great.
- Location
- The Back
Eyeing the man carefully I notice that <Danger sense> or <Sense blood thirst> hasn't rang yet so I assume I'll be alright ...still that creepy smile on that porcelain mask is giving me the chills.
"Hello." The man waves a hand daintily in my direction.
"Uh hi." Pausing long enough to make it weird, he tilts his head to the side while putting his hand on his masks cheek gently.
"How are you on this fine afternoon my good friend." Creasing my fore head I squint at the man trying to figure out if he's messing with me right now.
"It's night time." Pausing once more, the silence is almost deafening as he turns his head slowly to the sky.
"Oh it appears that you are right."
"So are you-" "You are Johnathan Blue-Heart correct?" staring at his interruption all I do is nod.
"Good great I have a simple request for you Mr. Blue-Heart."
"As long as it's reasonable I'd be glad to help out." Apparently this was funny to him because he just started to chuckle.
"I would like to test you in combat a spar if you will so that I may assess you."
"Assess me for what?" At this the man goes form his incredibly happy tone to and even more jolly one.
"To see what type of person you are of course." Staring at him I gather myself before I reply "Cant you do that by you know actually talking to me." Sighing the man put his finger out and wags it.
"Tut tut tut I suppose that if your claims of memory loss are true then I cannot fault you for being ignorant to the ways of the world." The ways of the world the rear admiral just said that protecting the innocent and helping those was the way of the world always giving kindness through moral justice are there more ways of the world?
"You see dear Johnathan only through combat could ones true nature be shown. All masks fall in the art of war the clash between spirits and men's conviction."
"I'm going to be completely honest creepy mask dude, you lost me." Shaking his head as if he were a mother scolding her child he puts up his finger once more and wags it.
"Tut tut tut how fortunate that I, Path-Maker would be able to teach this young man about the glory of this world and its government."
"So are we going to spar or-."
"No we would most likely destroy parts of the ship and that's just no good still need to get to the island after all important business and all that."
"Where would w-." "In the place your disappear to sometimes of course or if that's not suitable I could provide a location." Narrowing my eyes I look on at the man.
"How long have you been watching me."
"Ever since you came from the stars of course."
"You said you could provide a place." "only if you feel uncomfortable sharing but with a unique case such as your self I may have to inform my superiors about you being special after all you have no devil fruit and the only answer is that ability of your is what we call a unique manifestation."
"A unique manifestation?"
"Yes as you said a unique manifestation is a power that your fighting spirit creates some have ranged from useless abilities such as turning a gun inside out when your using it or being able to turn the page of a book with your blinks. Other more potent powers have ranged from being able to conjure thousands of weapons from scratch to even slowing down time or stopping it out right though that has been in only extreme cases."
that.. that sounds interesting is my gamer ability a unique manifestation?
"I would like to see your power first hand if you wouldn't mind and the others you exhibit as well but it is ultimately your choice."
"Will you promise not to tell other people if I show you."
"I hereby do swear that If you would indulge me in my curiosity I will not with out your permission tells other people about it." Using observe I'm relieved to note that he's not lying.
"I can do three special things." seeing the man tilt his head curiously I continue on "I can absorb books follow a certain requirement like a swordsmanship skill or dancing the cousin of that is that I can get a skill book from most unique enemies I defeat."
"And the last one?" walking toward the man I stop until I bring my hand up.
"Take my hand and I'll show you." tilting his head he takes his gloved hand and puts it to my bare skin giving me an odd feeling. With little to no fanfare I activate <Illusion Barrier: Empty>
bringing us to my chosen destination. The man hums before disappearing completely what the hell it's like he just vanished.. not even activating observe helps me did I.. just hallucinate that entire conversation? Before I can worry more about my mental health I hear a *SWONG* sound come from the air behind me I turn around and low and behold that strange man is walking out of a doorway made from a spot in the air. All I can do is stare my mind trying to work out the details is this his unique manifestation?
"Ahh I don't believe you've ever seen a devil fruit power up close have you?"
"Devil fruit like the ones in the encyclopedia?"
"You actually read that old thing." his voice is confused for whatever reason.
"Why wouldn't you want a read a book on all the possible super powers you could get plus Dr.Strawberry's always going on about that Operation fruit I figure I might as well keep my eye out." That fruit would be a great way to pay her back after all.
"How considerate of you so do you know what my fruit is?"
"The Door-Door fruit." The man just gives a have hearted clap before speaking in a slightly serious tone "Forgive me but I believe I have gotten us off track I have already deduced that you have made an empty version of our Immediate area correct." I nod my head and he continues
"Good that makes this next part easier for all of us."
Taking a lead gray shield that's triangular and too big for its own good he puts in full display and I cant help but notice it has the world government's symbol on it. Using observe gives me nothing but that its made of something sea stone and a metal called adamantine. In response I take my kitchen knife from my front left pocket.
"Oh eager are we then please allow me to award your enthusiasm."
Activating <sprint> I don't give him an opportunity to continue running toward him I prepare myself and dodge the incoming shield hurtling my way I get low to the ground and prepare a baseball slide hoping to take his leg maybe he wont expect this. In response the man lightly jumps up so casually I don't even register that anything's wrong until danger sense kicks in and by that time it's too late in hindsight I should have saw something like this coming from an opponent of his caliber. His feet dig into my stomach with a swift instantly the pain has been spirited away but now my back is stuck in the hole just made in the ships deck my head and feet the only thing stopping me from falling below. (-22hp)
"First lesson absolutely no fancy moves unless you know without doubt that you can pull them off, Second lesson never think an opponent will just let you hit them."
My eyes widen as he raises the shield didn't he just throw it? I activate jump in my legs hoping to escape in time but hopes are crushed immediately as he catches me in a shield bash to my face causing me to go through the deck head first.(-28hp) though its a good thing those cannon balls broke my fall the floor hurts after all. Activating jump I aim to the spot that was recently carved jumping off a cannon and extend my arms catching myself.
"Its nice of you to join me again so soon."
I don't like that tone of his especially while he's grabbing my wrist and throwing me sighing I brace for impact and activate <Sea-King scales> time to play it smart. Getting into a defensive position I wait and I'm not disappointed in the slightest when he blurs and ends up right front of me swinging my knife in an overhead strike he seems to lose his bones and just sag out of the way. A blow to the stomach and sweep sends me to the ground quickly I get to my feet and find my self confused when I see Leopawn with one leg all the way in the air his heel at an angle and his toe toward himself. My danger sense pings and I know I have to get out of dodge the blue wave of death that his leg brings down confirms my love for danger sense. The split down the middle of the cabin gives me pause before I remember I'm in a fight. I've gotta get some momentum going or else I'm just gonna feel like chump change. I'll just go all out and hope it'll be enough to put at least a dent in the man. I guess he sensed my intent as he brings his shield up as if challenging me,granting his command I activate <power strike>, <Spearers thrust> and <cavitation cannon> bringing my all into one punch a thunder clap almost bursts my ear drums and the impossible wall of diamond makes my hand feel like its about to break but I continue on through the pain and launch myself back from the force. I didn't even push him an inch looking on in dread I realize how outclassed I am. Though I'm interrupted by my thoughts when I hear a slow clap.
"Good, good you've got spirit and you do not lie when speaking of your memories though you do not tell the entire truth but.. I've seen the soul of your fighting spirit and I must say I'm impressed by your potential." throwing his arms out wide and posing dramatically he bellows out
"You've got the tools boy all you need is to be taught properly." Breathing out a large sigh I reply.
"And you think you can be my teacher?"
"Of course I can though its your choice in the end marine, pirate or an agent of the organization I belong to."
I furrow my brow " Aren't pirates the bad guys?" "The warlords are fine as they've pledged themselves to the world government and not all pirates are evil just most."
[Quest created: The Warlords are hiring.]
[Quest created: The World needs justice.]
[Quest created: Balance must remain.]
"So can we go back?" "Indeed Johnathan though do not stop yourself from finding me once more upon the crows nest at night." Nodding I let us escape from the barrier finding my eyes adjust to the night. "Tell me when you've made your choice." nodding I see him open a door in the air leaving. Hmm whats that ? A bird wearing a hat drops a bundle of news papers down before bellowing out in a dirty screech "Breaking news, Important news." as it fly's off I reach down and look at the title [GOLDEN LION SHIKI ESCAPES FROM IMPEL DOWN] huh ill have to ask the rear admiral why this guys such a big deal shaking my head I throw it in my inventory before going into the seaking barrier I need to get stronger after all. Sorry don't be mad if you find out please Daiya. I need this I need strength.
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Meanwhile in ruins on a certain island: Gawaiin P.O.V
A rumble is heard threatening an unfortunate death of being crushed promised yet the figure still pursues her goal. Though all she came here on was a hunch it was enough but a hero of justice should trust their gut right?
"C'mon stupid scary ruins end already."
With nothing but torch light to guide her way she presses on squashing her fear and assures herself that everything would be better as long as she pushes on she would be rewarded greatly.
"No more being made fun of, people will listen to me and I'll be a hero a real one."
Almost as if in response to her claims a noise of grinding sqeauling noise is heard before she starts to tumble. Nothing but the sound of grunts and stone hitting flesh is heard to the girl before finally with one last thud falls to the ground as she falls to the end of the stairs. She did not cry she did not pray all she did was grit her teeth and stand up struggling with all her might before she's back up on her feet. Though her pain is forgotten her fears are forgotten all is forgotten when she looks upon the sword, a blade of pure blue a hilt and guard of old all she feels now is hope.
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AN: Done with the Dump.
"Hello." The man waves a hand daintily in my direction.
"Uh hi." Pausing long enough to make it weird, he tilts his head to the side while putting his hand on his masks cheek gently.
"How are you on this fine afternoon my good friend." Creasing my fore head I squint at the man trying to figure out if he's messing with me right now.
"It's night time." Pausing once more, the silence is almost deafening as he turns his head slowly to the sky.
"Oh it appears that you are right."
"So are you-" "You are Johnathan Blue-Heart correct?" staring at his interruption all I do is nod.
"Good great I have a simple request for you Mr. Blue-Heart."
"As long as it's reasonable I'd be glad to help out." Apparently this was funny to him because he just started to chuckle.
"I would like to test you in combat a spar if you will so that I may assess you."
"Assess me for what?" At this the man goes form his incredibly happy tone to and even more jolly one.
"To see what type of person you are of course." Staring at him I gather myself before I reply "Cant you do that by you know actually talking to me." Sighing the man put his finger out and wags it.
"Tut tut tut I suppose that if your claims of memory loss are true then I cannot fault you for being ignorant to the ways of the world." The ways of the world the rear admiral just said that protecting the innocent and helping those was the way of the world always giving kindness through moral justice are there more ways of the world?
"You see dear Johnathan only through combat could ones true nature be shown. All masks fall in the art of war the clash between spirits and men's conviction."
"I'm going to be completely honest creepy mask dude, you lost me." Shaking his head as if he were a mother scolding her child he puts up his finger once more and wags it.
"Tut tut tut how fortunate that I, Path-Maker would be able to teach this young man about the glory of this world and its government."
"So are we going to spar or-."
"No we would most likely destroy parts of the ship and that's just no good still need to get to the island after all important business and all that."
"Where would w-." "In the place your disappear to sometimes of course or if that's not suitable I could provide a location." Narrowing my eyes I look on at the man.
"How long have you been watching me."
"Ever since you came from the stars of course."
"You said you could provide a place." "only if you feel uncomfortable sharing but with a unique case such as your self I may have to inform my superiors about you being special after all you have no devil fruit and the only answer is that ability of your is what we call a unique manifestation."
"A unique manifestation?"
"Yes as you said a unique manifestation is a power that your fighting spirit creates some have ranged from useless abilities such as turning a gun inside out when your using it or being able to turn the page of a book with your blinks. Other more potent powers have ranged from being able to conjure thousands of weapons from scratch to even slowing down time or stopping it out right though that has been in only extreme cases."
that.. that sounds interesting is my gamer ability a unique manifestation?
"I would like to see your power first hand if you wouldn't mind and the others you exhibit as well but it is ultimately your choice."
"Will you promise not to tell other people if I show you."
"I hereby do swear that If you would indulge me in my curiosity I will not with out your permission tells other people about it." Using observe I'm relieved to note that he's not lying.
"I can do three special things." seeing the man tilt his head curiously I continue on "I can absorb books follow a certain requirement like a swordsmanship skill or dancing the cousin of that is that I can get a skill book from most unique enemies I defeat."
"And the last one?" walking toward the man I stop until I bring my hand up.
"Take my hand and I'll show you." tilting his head he takes his gloved hand and puts it to my bare skin giving me an odd feeling. With little to no fanfare I activate <Illusion Barrier: Empty>
bringing us to my chosen destination. The man hums before disappearing completely what the hell it's like he just vanished.. not even activating observe helps me did I.. just hallucinate that entire conversation? Before I can worry more about my mental health I hear a *SWONG* sound come from the air behind me I turn around and low and behold that strange man is walking out of a doorway made from a spot in the air. All I can do is stare my mind trying to work out the details is this his unique manifestation?
"Ahh I don't believe you've ever seen a devil fruit power up close have you?"
"Devil fruit like the ones in the encyclopedia?"
"You actually read that old thing." his voice is confused for whatever reason.
"Why wouldn't you want a read a book on all the possible super powers you could get plus Dr.Strawberry's always going on about that Operation fruit I figure I might as well keep my eye out." That fruit would be a great way to pay her back after all.
"How considerate of you so do you know what my fruit is?"
"The Door-Door fruit." The man just gives a have hearted clap before speaking in a slightly serious tone "Forgive me but I believe I have gotten us off track I have already deduced that you have made an empty version of our Immediate area correct." I nod my head and he continues
"Good that makes this next part easier for all of us."
Taking a lead gray shield that's triangular and too big for its own good he puts in full display and I cant help but notice it has the world government's symbol on it. Using observe gives me nothing but that its made of something sea stone and a metal called adamantine. In response I take my kitchen knife from my front left pocket.
"Oh eager are we then please allow me to award your enthusiasm."
Activating <sprint> I don't give him an opportunity to continue running toward him I prepare myself and dodge the incoming shield hurtling my way I get low to the ground and prepare a baseball slide hoping to take his leg maybe he wont expect this. In response the man lightly jumps up so casually I don't even register that anything's wrong until danger sense kicks in and by that time it's too late in hindsight I should have saw something like this coming from an opponent of his caliber. His feet dig into my stomach with a swift instantly the pain has been spirited away but now my back is stuck in the hole just made in the ships deck my head and feet the only thing stopping me from falling below. (-22hp)
"First lesson absolutely no fancy moves unless you know without doubt that you can pull them off, Second lesson never think an opponent will just let you hit them."
My eyes widen as he raises the shield didn't he just throw it? I activate jump in my legs hoping to escape in time but hopes are crushed immediately as he catches me in a shield bash to my face causing me to go through the deck head first.(-28hp) though its a good thing those cannon balls broke my fall the floor hurts after all. Activating jump I aim to the spot that was recently carved jumping off a cannon and extend my arms catching myself.
"Its nice of you to join me again so soon."
I don't like that tone of his especially while he's grabbing my wrist and throwing me sighing I brace for impact and activate <Sea-King scales> time to play it smart. Getting into a defensive position I wait and I'm not disappointed in the slightest when he blurs and ends up right front of me swinging my knife in an overhead strike he seems to lose his bones and just sag out of the way. A blow to the stomach and sweep sends me to the ground quickly I get to my feet and find my self confused when I see Leopawn with one leg all the way in the air his heel at an angle and his toe toward himself. My danger sense pings and I know I have to get out of dodge the blue wave of death that his leg brings down confirms my love for danger sense. The split down the middle of the cabin gives me pause before I remember I'm in a fight. I've gotta get some momentum going or else I'm just gonna feel like chump change. I'll just go all out and hope it'll be enough to put at least a dent in the man. I guess he sensed my intent as he brings his shield up as if challenging me,granting his command I activate <power strike>, <Spearers thrust> and <cavitation cannon> bringing my all into one punch a thunder clap almost bursts my ear drums and the impossible wall of diamond makes my hand feel like its about to break but I continue on through the pain and launch myself back from the force. I didn't even push him an inch looking on in dread I realize how outclassed I am. Though I'm interrupted by my thoughts when I hear a slow clap.
"Good, good you've got spirit and you do not lie when speaking of your memories though you do not tell the entire truth but.. I've seen the soul of your fighting spirit and I must say I'm impressed by your potential." throwing his arms out wide and posing dramatically he bellows out
"You've got the tools boy all you need is to be taught properly." Breathing out a large sigh I reply.
"And you think you can be my teacher?"
"Of course I can though its your choice in the end marine, pirate or an agent of the organization I belong to."
I furrow my brow " Aren't pirates the bad guys?" "The warlords are fine as they've pledged themselves to the world government and not all pirates are evil just most."
[Quest created: The Warlords are hiring.]
[Quest created: The World needs justice.]
[Quest created: Balance must remain.]
"So can we go back?" "Indeed Johnathan though do not stop yourself from finding me once more upon the crows nest at night." Nodding I let us escape from the barrier finding my eyes adjust to the night. "Tell me when you've made your choice." nodding I see him open a door in the air leaving. Hmm whats that ? A bird wearing a hat drops a bundle of news papers down before bellowing out in a dirty screech "Breaking news, Important news." as it fly's off I reach down and look at the title [GOLDEN LION SHIKI ESCAPES FROM IMPEL DOWN] huh ill have to ask the rear admiral why this guys such a big deal shaking my head I throw it in my inventory before going into the seaking barrier I need to get stronger after all. Sorry don't be mad if you find out please Daiya. I need this I need strength.
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Meanwhile in ruins on a certain island: Gawaiin P.O.V
A rumble is heard threatening an unfortunate death of being crushed promised yet the figure still pursues her goal. Though all she came here on was a hunch it was enough but a hero of justice should trust their gut right?
"C'mon stupid scary ruins end already."
With nothing but torch light to guide her way she presses on squashing her fear and assures herself that everything would be better as long as she pushes on she would be rewarded greatly.
"No more being made fun of, people will listen to me and I'll be a hero a real one."
Almost as if in response to her claims a noise of grinding sqeauling noise is heard before she starts to tumble. Nothing but the sound of grunts and stone hitting flesh is heard to the girl before finally with one last thud falls to the ground as she falls to the end of the stairs. She did not cry she did not pray all she did was grit her teeth and stand up struggling with all her might before she's back up on her feet. Though her pain is forgotten her fears are forgotten all is forgotten when she looks upon the sword, a blade of pure blue a hilt and guard of old all she feels now is hope.
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AN: Done with the Dump.
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I LIKE THE PREMISE If only a story like this existed
"but it already-"
IF ONLY A STORY LIKE THIS EXISTED
"but it already-"
IF ONLY A STORY LIKE THIS EXISTED
Tortuga_World
Stories are great.
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Have I accidentally copied something? Or am I missing a point.
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It's just a very bad joke.
Tortuga_World
Stories are great.
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Forgive me, it went right over my head.
