Sabaody Archipelago.

This vast island is actually formed by the intertwined roots of a colossal tree species called the Yarukiman Mangrove—the largest tree in the world.

The most distinctive feature of Sabaody Archipelago is the special natural resin secreted by the roots of the Yarukiman Mangrove due to respiration.

The resin expands upon contact with air, forming bubbles that float into the sky.

The island's terrain consists of not just soil but also countless thick roots, some of which stretch between landmasses, forming natural arch bridges.

After the original Marine base was destroyed in the battle against the Whitebeard Pirates, the Marines abandoned Marineford near Sabaody and relocated their headquarters to G-1, positioned above Fish-Man Island.

In the past, the Marine headquarters frequently captured pirates from the four seas and the Grand Line who sought to coat their ships here before venturing into the New World.

But now, the Marines have changed their approach to dealing with pirates.

By moving their headquarters to G-1—right at the exit of the New World—they ensured that pirates who barely survived the perilous journey through Fish-Man Island, would immediately face the devastating might of the new Marine headquarters!

This strategic shift significantly improved the Marines' efficiency in capturing pirates.

However, it also came at a cost—casualties soared dramatically.

After all, any pirate capable of successfully passing through Fish-Man Island and entering the New World was likely a strong pirates.

With an endless array of Devil Fruit abilities, even the elite Marines could suffer heavy losses from a single misstep.

Now, Sabaody had become a paradise for pirates and outlaws.

Without Marine control, the island was overrun with ruthless criminals.

At this moment, the waters around Sabaody Archipelago were crowded with pirate ships of all sizes, jostling in the harbor as they waited to be coated before entering the New World!

"Listen up, crew! Caesar, the boss of the Beast God Pirates—the rulers of the New World—has invited me to Totto Land for a Tea Party! Wahahaha! Who would've thought that Warhammer Vincent would catch the attention of an Emperor? I've already made up my mind—once we reach the New World, we're joining the Beast God Pirates! We'll follow Caesar and conquer the seas!"

On a massive ship over a hundred meters long, a burly man carrying a giant hammer laughed heartily.

Many pirate crews shared the same ambition.

Along the shore, dozens of ships were being coated at a rapid pace.

Without Marine interference, the pirates here multiplied like locusts.

*****

A few days later.

Gurgle, gurgle.

A series of bubbles emerged on the sea surface, and beneath the azure waters, a massive dark shadow appeared, resembling some colossal sea king.

On the patrolling marine warship, soldiers holding binoculars quickly noticed the anomaly and urgently rang the warning bell.

"Ding-ding-ding! Pirate ship spotted to the southeast!"

As soon as the signal was sent, the fleet of marine warships patrolling nearby immediately converged on the location.

On the closest warship, Vice Admiral Momonga, clad in a justice cloak, swiftly drew his long sword and aimed it at the shadow beneath the waves.

Without waiting for it to fully surface, his arm muscles bulged as he swung his blade, sending a gleaming slash downward.

Whoosh!

A slash over ten meters long cut through the air, splitting the sea as it shot toward the emerging shadow.

Splash!

A massive spray erupted as waves exploded on the surface, and a colossal pirate ship over a hundred meters long broke through the water, revealing itself.

BOOM!

As the ship surged through the waves, the transparent bubble coating it shattered with a crisp sound.

"Wahahaha! The New World—I've finally arrived!"

On the broad deck stood over a dozen fierce-looking pirates.

Among them was a towering man over three meters tall, wielding a massive iron hammer, who let out a hearty laugh, showing no fear in the face of the marine warships.

"Which damn marine bastard dared to slash at my ship before it even surfaced? Don't you know how dangerous that is? Wahahaha!"

On the warship, Vice Admiral Momonga frowned and asked the soldier beside him.

"Quickly check—which pirate crew is this? To casually block my slash, they must be strong."

The soldier immediately flipped through a stack of documents—wanted posters and corresponding pirate crew information.

"Found it! This is the Warhammer Pirates, who suddenly rose to fame in the Grand Line this year. Their captain, Warhammer Vincent, has a bounty of 370 million Berries. He's not a Devil Fruit user, but his weapon is special—it can release shockwaves, possibly from a Dial from Skypiea."

"So it's him. No wonder he could block my slash so easily. Relay the order—prepare the cannons!"

A cold glint flashed in Momonga's eyes as he raised his sword again.

"Windward Slash Style! Wave Cutter!"

His blade sliced through the air once more, unleashing an even larger crescent slash aimed at the hull of the Warhammer Pirates' ship, intending to cripple it first.

"Wahahaha! Trying to wreck our ship? Dream on!"

The burly Vincent swung his massive hammer with terrifying force, creating a howling gust.

"Warhammer Blast Wave!"

His muscular arms drove the hammer downward, smashing towards Momonga's warship.

Boom!

A tremendous shockwave erupted from the hammer, dispersing Momonga's slash and continuing its relentless assault toward the warship.

"Break apart under my shockwave! Hahaha!" Vincent laughed triumphantly.

"Whoo! Captain Vincent is invincible! The Warhammer Pirates are unstoppable!"

Momonga's expression darkened.

He leaped onto the warship's railing and sprang into the air, swinging his blade repeatedly.

"One Sword Style! Still Water!"

In an instant, streaks of light erupted from Momonga's longsword, continuously weakening the shockwave's force.

By the time Momonga landed, Vincent's shockwave had been reduced to nothing more than a strong gust of wind, leaving the warship completely unmoved.

"A Marine Vice Admiral? But this is just the appetizer. Witness my Warhammer—"

Before Vincent could finish his roar, countless pitch-black cannon muzzles emerged from the warship Momonga stood on, all aimed directly at their vessel.

"Evade! Evade now!"

The pirates screamed in terror, but the distance was too close—it was already too late.

Boom! Boom! Boom!

Countless cannonballs rained down, exploding across the sea's surface in bursts of spray.

The massive hull of the Warhammer Pirates' ship became a perfect target.

Within mere seconds, countless cannonballs struck the large pirate vessel directly.

Boom! Boom! Boom!

Explosions rang out one after another, sending wooden splinters flying in all directions.

Pirates shrieked in agony—some were blown to pieces on the spot, while others were hurled into the sea by the cannonballs' force.

The enormous pirate ship was instantly torn apart by the relentless barrage.

"Damn it! My Warhammer!" The burly Vincent bellowed in frustration.

His powerful body, like that of a savage beast, ignored the cannonballs striking him as he stomped thunderously across the shattered deck.

With a mighty leap, he raised his colossal warhammer high and swung it down towards Momonga.

"Warhammer Explosion!" Vincent roared, his hammer poised to unleash a devastating shockwave.

On the warship, Momonga watched him coldly, showing no intention of drawing his sword.

Click! Click! Click!

Behind him, rows of soldiers raised their rifles, all aimed on Vincent.

Bang! Bang! Bang!

A hail of bullets pelted Vincent's body.

Though none pierced his flesh but the sheer impact knocked him out of the air, sending him crashing into the sea with a resounding splash.

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