Island Wano Kuni

Kaka · Aug 1, 2021

Sea said:
Udon
@kakashi19283

Sasaki and Leo would take their ride as suggested by Yamato, it is indeed some distance needed to be travelled before they would reach the prison. Once the pair have gotten up onto the motorcycle, they rode off into the sunset in a jiffy. Speeding towards the prison at incredible speed, leaving a trail of blasted sand in the wake. However, taking the faster means of transportation also means that it is fairly obvious that someone is going towards the prison – which immediately raised alarms from all sides. Within the Hakumai Outpost however, the Lieutenant and his men would look on, with Yamato simply smiling at the miracle that was given to the Hakumai, not truly one with a sincere smile however.

Just a few short moments before the pair would get off their bike, they may find that from all other directions, a similar trail of blasted sand could be seen encroaching from the distance. The Hakumai Lieutenant wasn’t lying when he said that others will inevitably join in, however it would definitely take a short while before they would reach the front gate regardless. As Sasaki and Leo would attempt to destroy the gate – cannons and gunfire very quickly fire towards the pair, though given the fast movement from the duo, hitting one isn’t as easily as people would think. As they jumped off the bike, tossing the bike into the gate and immediately utilized their attacks in combinations, a powerful force would roar towards the gate, prompting those near it to quickly get away from its trajectory.

*BOOM*

The combination of attack damages the gate, generating a large smoke obscuring the gate and those near it. The shooting and the artillery bombardment stop for a moment thanks to the attack in which the pair have tried to force open the gate with. Soon the smoke would become lighter, and the results of the gate can now be seen clearly by all parties near it. The combination of the attack heavily damaged the gate but it wasn’t completely tore opened, a brief respite for the defenders, however it looks to be that it will not take another hit before being completely fallen apart. It seems that the gate is absolutely made to withstand punishment, which is logical considering the place is a warzone, who knows how many improvements have been made throughout the course of the war to ensure it can withstand a lot of punishment, it is a pretty thick gate as well. Despite not being fallen apart; it has dent the gates back so much that an opening can be allowed for human-size things to get through one by one.

There is little time for Sasaki and Leo however, as artillery and gunfire would resume almost immediately towards their location. And now the remaining Yakuza members have gotten extremely close, it would only take less than a minute for them to reach the gates as well. The situation has completely devolved into a chaotic mess that will be even more so when the Yakuza is on the gates, exactly as Yamato has predicted so.

Sasaki's massive flying slash and Leo's fire fist rammed into the large gate, engulfing it in a powerful explosion that - fortunately or unfortunately - attracted the attention of everyone in the area. When the duo landed on the ground and obscurity cleared and the damage on the gate became obvious, both Sasaki and Leo immediately took off in a dash for the gate. With their great speeds, they would attempt to avoid anyone shooting at them or trying to stop them on the way. The last thirty or so meters, as they were running, Leo's eyes glowed red for a moment - seeing the future of the next one or two seconds - while his whole body transformed into fire and he rocketed ahead. Keeping his human form, but all fire, he came crashing into the gate with a powerful right punch.

Fire Missile...!

Black Busou-shoku no Haki solidified the fist, and upon contact with the gate, the punch would unleash great concussive force, while the fist itself would release a massive blast of fire. With this, Leo aimed to destroy the gate completely, knock it to the ground, or at least destroy it to the extent where passage was comfortable.

DPR: 120: 7. Town Level + S:+4 + COA: +2 = 13. Small Continent Level

Fire Missile:

Leo transforms his body into fire and flies toward a target like a fire missile. He then punches, unleashing a massive amount of fire and engulfing the area in a large fire blast radius. Rank S.

By that time, Sasaki would have caught up, and the two would enter the prison. Looking around, it was time to see how the prison would welcome them.

tlgRen · Aug 3, 2021

As Uteki and Ai walked towards one of the many factories, Uteki noticed Yahiko did not follow. She wasn't surprised, nor did she blame him. The people on this island have lived in fear of Kaido for so long. Some of them have only known life while fearing Kaido. She consults with Ai about which factory to go to, but with nothing to go on, the two simply decide to head for the closest one without regard for which direction it was in.

During the walk to the factory, the two would try and figure out how to proceed after. Attacking factories nonstop seemed like a poor choice. Attacking one to cause some chaos and use that chaos to infiltrate further seemed like the better option given what they knew. With a sort of plan decided on, the factory grew nearer and nearer as they slowed their pace to focus more on stealth. Uteki had half a mind to just destroy the building right away, but Ai convinced her that there could be people who are forced to work from the island in there. People not part of Kaido's crew. So begrudgingly, Uteki decides it best to proceed reserved. Until they have the confirmation that the only people inside are with Kaido or not.

Gambit · Aug 3, 2021

kakashi19283 said:
Kuri @Gambit

Jack, Gambit and Namor formed a very temporary and short truce. The two princes were to be taken to Kaidou, where talks could ensue. Jack explained where Kaidou was, and that they had to travel by sea to get to where he was. An island not too far from Wano, called Onigashima. Jack went and found a small vessel, and the trio were ready to go. Jack, who was several times more massive than Gambit and Namor, took up most of the boat. When Gambit sat down next to him as well, he pushed Jack over to get more room, all the while talking smack. If Gambit observed closely, he could see the absolute rage on Jack. His fists were clenched, his muscles bulging, his was was riddled with angry veins, and his teeth were clenching. And yet despite the provocation, Jack did not retaliate. At least not physically. He knew if he messed up after he had already messed up, Kaidou would kill him.

But, verbal retaliation was not off-limits.

You keep yapping I might just tear you limb for limb after Kaidou-san is done with you. Now shut your fucking trap.

Jack said angrily. And while the trip would undoubtedly be full of turmoil, for now, it was time to get going. Namor would find the boat heavy to pull, due to Jack's size and weight, but it was manageable. Jack would tell Namor where to go, and the trio would travel the rough seas surrounding Wano. After a good amount of time, a strange structure would start to come into sight on the horizon. As they approached the structure more and more, it would start to take shape. A skull-shaped structure that served as an island, and home to the strongest creature on the planet. The Yonkou Kaidou. And this... was Onigashima.

The two princes would perhaps find it unsettling how things were going. They had just arrived to Wano, and now, they were already going to meet Kaidou. Was it so easy to come face to face with a Yonkou? Or was this due to the severe crisis that Wano was facing? Was meeting Kaidou a blessing? Or a ticket to an early death? All of that was anyone's guess, but one thing that was undoubted, was that Gambit and Namor were racing straight to the heart of Wano.

Once they landed ashore, Jack would disembark the vessel and started to walk toward the skull. The skull's gaping mouth was the entrance. From there, a short ten minute walk would lead Jack, Gambit and Namor to a large area inside the skull. The area was somewhat dark, but the candles that lined the walls gave some ambient light. All the way across the large area, a massive man was sitting down. He was still a mere silhouette at that distance, but two things were clear. The man looked like he was drinking sake. And the man was without a doubt the one that they had come to meet.

Kaido of the Beasts.

After a series of mental provocations during their voyage, at last, they had a clear view of Onigashima, the official base of operations for the Beasts Pirates, captain by the Strongest known creature alive. The island has a unique outlook, boasting its mountainous physique that seemed very difficult to access. And just like the seas surrounding Wano's main island, it is also lined with whirlpools that made Namor navigate it with twice the difficulty. Topping it with the quite enormous Jack and Gambit's motion aboard that made the boat racking.

Finally, the huge skull-like terrain paired with a super-sized pommel of a katana was right in front of them. Docking on the very port, Jack led the way. The two princes followed. Dark it might be, but the direction was clear. Advancing to a certain place, they were welcomed by nothing but a series of candlelight illuminating the hallway. Down the hall, finally, a silhouette emerged behind the mist. If their eyesight were as sharp as a dagger, they would see quite a bulky and sturdy figure resting with his drink.

Kaido, Gambit & Namor spoke to themselves.

Before meeting the man, Gambit put a stop, lit a cigar, not because he was feeling some level of nerves but because he had to look quite the scum. Namor was brushing up his hair using his right palm, albeit his hair never really fluttered no matter the occasion. Breathing out the smoke, Gambit would speak.

"The Strongest Man Alive... Sitting just in front of yours truly... Waiting to be staked by the dagger of death, and yet here you are, soaking with fermented rice milk..."

Namor clenched his right fist after hearing what his companion has said for he never knew what impression Kaido would express after what he conveyed.

to be continued....

Kaka · Aug 5, 2021

The Flower Capital @Ichimonji @Sea

King's body started to transform, turning him into a black creature of claws, talons and fiery wings. Truly a bird from hell is what he looked like, and the bloodshot eyes and black leather attire did not help wiping that image away. With tensions clearly rising between King's transformation and his demand of an explanation, both La Spada and Akira knew where things were headed. La Spada walked out onto the street, casting away her cloak and revealing her persona. She unsheathed her blade - a blade that was among those unparalleled, and swung it, collapsing a house nearby just from the force of her swing. Akira, her companion, also unsheathed his blade, as La Spada stated their reason for coming here. To kill Kaidou. King did not take kind to such absurdity. It had been decades since he had heard such a thing. None would dare to say something like that, and yet here, La Spada was, doing just that. Even if King was the patient type, and he decided to give La Spada a second chance to say something that was not crazy, that would have gone out the window when Akira suddenly attacked. Swinging his katana, Akira unleashed a flying slash headed straight for King.

Seeing the escalation, the crowd started to disperse faster and faster. King unsheathed his own sword, swinging it and dispersing the incoming flying slash.

DPR: 101-119: 6. City Block Level + A:+3 + COA: +2 = 11. Small Country Level

Black Busou-shoku no Haki clad King's blade, leaving it unharmed in the exchange.

You walk into Wano and spout such nonsense. And then you launch an attack.

I hope you are ready for consequences.

King proclaimed, pushing off of the ground. What followed next was incredible. With absolutely astounding speed, a speed significantly greater than La Spada's and Akira's, King blitzed in front of La Spada. Once in front of her, he swung his katana, aiming to cleave La Spada vertically in half.

101-119: 6. City Block Level + D:+0 (this is unnamed punches, sword slashes, etc.) + COA: +2 = 8. City Level

Kuri @Gambit

Jack brought Gambit and Namor to Onigashima, and straight to Kaidou's lair. There, the two princes would meet the beast larger than life. Basked in shadows, but illuminated enough to give his persona a clear identity, there was Kaidou, drinking away his sake. Gambit, wasting no time and requiring no setup by Jack, spoke up. Right out the gate, he said the most absurd of things. He had come here to sink a dagger into Kaidou. The veins on Jack's face bulged and almost exploded in rage. How was this Prince as outrageous as to walk up to Kaidou, and the first words he said were those?

Before Jack would explode, Kaidou started to laugh outloud.

Worororo...!

Kaido's laugh was booming, just about loud enough for the whole of Onigashima to shake and tremble. When Kaidou looked down at Gambit and Namor - for he towered much over them due to his incredible size - one could see the red cheeks. A hiccup followed, and it was easy to surmise that Kaidou was drunk.

A dagger? Surely you brought something bigger than that. Worororo!!!

Kaidou said, making light of Gambit's remark. For a man as powerful as Kaidou, it was hard to even feel threatened. Setting his sake aside, the massive man stood up. His enormous body cast a shadow over Gambit and Namor.

Ugh, I'm thirsty. Even I *hiccup* can't live on sake alone.

Kaidou complained. He started to walk forward with no sign of stopping. This presented Gambit and Namor with a rather tense situation. What was Kaidou doing? Was he going to just walk over them? Was he going to attack? How drunk was he? Would Gambit and Namor just step out of the way? Or would they take a stand against what could either be a harmless walk, or an approach with intent to kill? Jack, for one, was sweating, clearly nervous.

Hakumai -> The Flower Capital @QuickZilver708

Kallavan was not incorrect in his rage. Shogun Orochi was arrogant, clearly thought himself greater than the two merchants in front of him, and behaved as if he had all the negotiation power. When one really thought about it, it was hard not to see why. He was a Shogun, backed by Kaidou, and he was in the safety of his own country, while the two men in front of him were but normal merchants that had walked into Kaidou's territory. That was how Shogun Orochi was seeing this, and his approach soon turned out to be correct. Kallavan, with a last-ditch effort, had no choice but to ask for a deal again, and the alternative was just to leave the food and water here for free, and never come back again.

At first glance, it looked like absolute victory for Shogun Orochi. Free stuff, simply put. Free stuff that was worth more than gold currently. But, Kallavan had had a plan, and he had played it well. Shogun Orochi had all the negotiation power in the world, but there was something he didn't have - time. Water and time. And if he simply took the merchants' water now, without making a deal with them, he would only acquire a little amount of both of those. A little amount of water. And a little amount of time.

Rationally speaking, one could not blame Kallavan for believing that he had Shogun Orochi in the corner. Anyone that knew how to negotiate, would side with Kallavan at this point.

However, Shogun Orochi's greed knew no bounds. His carelessness for his own country knew no bounds. He only cared about himself. Yes, if he took Kallavan's water now, that would only help the country survive a few days longer. But, if he took all the water for himself and Kaidou's crew, they would be good for weeks. As long as Shogun Orochi was safe, and Kaidou was satisfied, there was nothing else that he cared for. The citizens? Worthless. The citizens working in the weapons factories? Replaceable a few weeks down the line. Truly a man with no morals. With a menacing grin on his face, Shogun Orochi gave his answer.

Thank you for your business, commoners. Leave your stuff here and never return again. Gufufufufu!

An outrageous answer by an outrageous person. How would Kallavan react? Would Shogun Orochi's answer tip him over the edge and cause him to lose his cool here and now? Or would he stand up and leave? Either way, Wano was seconds away from a large shift.

Kuri -> Okobore Town @tlgRen

Uteki and Ai left Okobore Town, leaving Yahiko behind to drown in fear. From one perspective, one could almost see it as ruthless treatment. But then again, one could also see it as simply tough. Either way, the two women left the town, and set their sights on a weapons factory on the horizon. The two would walk a fair distance, traversing Kuri and its land, rivers and forests. Before long, Uteki and Ai would slow down their pace, not making themselves known to whoever was inside the weapons factory, or on its premises on guard duty. Whether they hid behind a tree or a bush, the two women would go unnoticed for now, observing the premises of the weapons factory. However, it wouldn't take Uteki and Ai long to notice a couple of things.

Firstly, factory was definitely in operation, as one could hear the machinery running inside. Secondly, one could also hear men working inside. However, there was no one outside. No guard duty, or anything of the kind. Not even a simple lookout. That was either careless, or perhaps there was no need for guard duty. Based on the fear that Yahiko showed of Kaidou, perhaps there was no one in this nation crazy enough to attempt an attack on one of the weapons factories. Thirdly, standing in the open premises in front of the weapons factory, was a single person. From Uteki's and Ai's location, they could not see the face of the person. The person was wearing a cloak and a hoodie, and the person's back was facing Uteki and Ai. On the person's back was a large kanabo. The person reached for the kanabo on their back and wielded it in their right arm.

What was the person doing with a weapon in hand, staring intently at the weapons factory? Would Utek and Ai remain passive and simply observe, or would they catch the person off guard and interrupt whatever they were about to do?

Gambit · Aug 5, 2021

Gambit's condescending remarks were not to test Kaido's anger. Certainly, Gambit was aware of how he would react. Rumors that were almost proven had reached Gambit at some point as to how this Emperor wanted to die on multiple occasions, always failing and yet continuously dominating the seas. The prince of Hiraya has always been symbolic, metaphoric in his manner of speech. And if the fermented rice milk meant the ruling of the rotten sea enjoyed by scums like him, what would the dagger be? Landayan Morrow would want to unravel it, too.

Kaido was laughing in a thumping manner when he heard the mockery. Enough for it to echo across all the corners of the island. And Gambit only smirked and kept on smoking his cigar when he heard Kaido's first sentence.

Then, Kaido stood so enormously and cast his massive shadow upon them and whatever it was behind them. Perhaps, even in the absence of illuminating bulbs, his shadow would still be huge for the two princes are tall enough for a normal human, standing nearly seven feet. But the man in front of them quadruples it.

Now Kaido's approaching, Namor steadied his stance and moved his right foot a little backward to gain some balance and momentum, just in case he has to. Reaching to one of his two daggers that concealed its true form. His temple nerves would twitch.

"I may have a solution for your thirst.", Gambit said, puffing out smoke.

"But first, allow me to introduce myself. I am Prince Landayan Morrow. Right beside me is the Prince of Atlantis, Namor."

Should Kaido progressed in his own catwalk, Gambit would only have a negative impression of Kaido's hospitality. After all, the wine Gambit brought had never failed to attract every man of culture.

"We are here to offer you a business. Sooner or later, you'd learn of the Joker. If you're good at poker, Joker has no value. Gambit does."

And if those words aren't enough to catch his interest, then perhaps, Kaido is a man who couldn't handle his own drink.

Business Partnership or Warship? Only one person could decide. Whatever happened, the princes did not intrude to be denied.

Guren · Aug 6, 2021

The Flower Capital
The Vice-Admiral knew that negotiating with Orochi would be a tiresome event expecting several back and forths but never did he expect a situation such as this. The mindless way how he acted around those that wanted to help him and how he treated his subjects was the most despicable act of leadership Kallavan had ever seen in his life. In the end, this man's only motto in life was to live on the backs of those suffering. Fame and ego had clearly gotten to this man's head. Orochi was a fool. An oblivious fool who could not read a room for his life literally depended on it in this instance.

Kallavan was a patient man, most who knew him would dare even say he was overly patient. Even when pirates mocked him, taunted him to attack, threatened a hostage. No one had ever gotten under his skin to provoke him into action. But for the first time in his long-standing career, the calm collected Kallavan who was already at his breaking point. Finally snapped.

The private who stood next to Kallavan turned as white as a sheet of paper through the complete terror of his superior commander. And he knew what was about to happen. There are three things all wise men fear: the sea in storm, a night with no moon, and the anger of a gentleman. Knowing this, the captain - Kallavan's private - without a word left the room with a face of panic.
"Thank you for your business, commoners. Leave your stuff here and never ret-!"
"SILENCE!" - Kallavan shouted with a snap as it sounded nearly like a growl. The sounds bellowing from his diaphragm as his speech sounded more guttural than regular speech.

The room afterwards found itself in an eerie silence surrounded by a primal aura emanating from Kallavan. Planks and tiles would find themselves cracking under the incredible will of Kallavan. The Vice-Admiral continued speaking with an aggressive tone, those of weak will that surrounded him would find themselves stunned to intervene. Not through the means of kings haki but pure primal instinct, they'd find themselves caged with a wild animal.

"You vile man. Here I thought I could make you see reason. But it'd seem the rumours surrounding you are true. You are the epitome of a weak and brittle man. Hiding behind a yonko like the child that you are. How many souls did you sacrifice to reach the top that you are standing upon? Dare not answer for the knowledge would make me vomit."

Kallavan after his speech would take a few steps forward, drawing closer to Orochi. His guards upon seeing this would most likely want to stop Kallavan but the Admiral would feel their movements and upon it would turn his head, showing them his piercing gaze.

"Move and I end you." He'd say with the sharpness of a dagger. And the absolute confidence that he could.

Once close enough Kallavan would lean in and whisper with the same threatening and aggressiveness he had been speaking the entire time.
"You exists because Kaido allows it. Do you think he'd care if you were gone? No, do not think of such illusions. No sane man would ever fear you, they fear the true leader that stands in Wano. You are but a puppet who's blind to the strings that surround him. But a puppet you shall remain for the remainder of your pathetic short little life." Kallavan whispered as he turned around, the suffocating aura still present around his person.

"We shall take our leave. I hope you have fishing equipment, for you shall find your supplies there. I hope it was worth it."Kallavan said as he walked out of the door knowing that he could do with the supplies as he wished, for they would never fall into the hands of those who needed it the most.

With his guard up at its highest possible level, the man walked to the door with the aim of leaving. But he knew after such an outburst leaving wouldn't be a trivial matter any longer.

Ichimonji · Aug 8, 2021

Flower Capital
A King Dethroned! #9
@Sea @kakashi19283

Streets of the Capital
The gauntlet was thrown and King was backed into a corner. The Beast Pirate showed his claws, transforming. A woman with max DF Fruitology immediately recognized it; an Ancient Zoan. Dispatching of Akita’s slash, the man appeared in front of La Spada herself.

The Grim took a side-step to the left, her right extended arm trailing and in the way of King’s quick downward slash. The sword met little resistance but-for invisible haki, severing the right arm at the elbow bone clean, green light pouring out instead of blood.

[La Spada] “How adorable. Kuahahahahha!”

Those condescending words came from La Spada as she cackled. After the blade severed the bone, green light quickly fused the bone back together - like nothing happened. It was somewhat effective, but none but The Grim could tell. La Spada jumped back, as a loud chord of a violin echoed from the strings in her blade.

[La Spada] “Now... PREPARE YOURSELF FOR OBLIVION, MAGGOT!”

Words of a Lord. With that chord, the air would chill, a gentle mist took the area. A piece of La Spada’s soul in the shape of a skull appeared between them, focused on King only. The towering ghost screeched with the music to intimidate and paralyze. King would theoretically feel fear, his observation haki reduced, and his attention short. A woman with no fear of the Strongest Creature, one who took his second in command’s attack as if it came from a child. Death.

La Spada kept gaining distance, her ghost casting a shadow of opportunity over King. Both factual and theoretical, for The Shadow would come next.

King Attack v. Spada Durability
[King] 8. City Level vs. [Spada] Dura 81-100: 5. Town Level +1 (DF perk) +1 (invisible haki) = 7. Mountain Level

= DPR 1 below dura: somewhat effective

Hades' Soul: The user utilizes a medium, typically music, to increase and expel a large piece of their soul. The soul can freeze anyone it touches. It can also completed overwhelm Homies. While Hades' Soul is active, the user's power within their body wanes In relation to the size of the soul monster.
Requirements: 81 Mastery, 70 Vitality
Rank: A

DPS: 100 (DF): 5. Large Building Level + +3 (A Rank) = 8. City Level

Fear Status Effect: Affected is nauseated, has reduced observation Haki and finds it hard to concentrate on anything but the thing scaring them. lasts for 3-6 turns. Requires at least 71 mastery

Sea · Aug 9, 2021

Udon
@kakashi19283

As the gate stood defiant to the pair’s attacks, Leo would attempt a final attack on the gate itself – quite literally turning into fire as he would punch dive straight towards the gate, almost instantly breaking the gate upon touch as a burst of fire would erupt from the source, Leo. The defenders would find themselves getting away from the gate, but those especially behind the gates would be less fortunate. Taking out several guards upon impact with the gate, those nearer the epicentre did not stood a chance, but those further away would successfully back off – but the flames would consequentially destroy the weapons on fortified wall, cannons with gunpowder would explode in a chain reaction, massively destroying the defensive fortifications. A large breakthrough that most Yakuza would have hoped for.

Once the initial nova of flames has subsided, leaving the surroundings still stoked in flames, Leo would find himself within the prison entrance as with Sasaki would arrive from behind. It still has quite a lot of defenders, being brought right into the heart of the Udon warzone. Surrounding them, one of the man, large in stature with four legs approached forward, though he did not say much to the intruders – he would shout in command, behind him was a man in a hippopotamus suit, or at least visually. Soon, more bullets would quickly be fired from all the defenders towards the intruders.

Once bullets have fired, several prison guards would run forward towards Sasaki and Leo, swords and axes in hand as they swing to attempt lopping the intruders heads off.
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Flower Capital
@Ichimonji @kakashi19283

Watching as King would disperse Akira’s air blade, though he did not crush the attack – meaning to put, their level might be about be the same. Thus, one can arrive to a conclusion that it is possible to defeat King. Even after the sudden incredible speed in which King would display – surprising even Akira for a brief moment, though being a Zoan it is not unexpected to show such a display of physical feats. That said, King would quickly arrive in front of them, specifically La Spada as he would attempt to get rid of La Spada with a vertical swing that would only serve to sever the Grim Reaper’s hand. La Spada would respond, before a mist would settle, signalling a chance for Akira to act. With a single foot forward, Akira would dash forward with great momentum – towards King, but towards the back aiming for King’s blind spot.

With several swings to form a cross slash, Akira would aim each slash at different areas, the 1st swing would aim to cut off King’s left leg, and the remaining two slashes on each of his shoulders, with the swings aimed to be diagonal on purpose – should he fail to chop off King’s limbs, the wings would be in the sword’s trajectory to damage it. Should King turn, he would notice the blade still glowing in red, as Akira continue to clad his weapon in Haki. Purposefully attacking in the middle of the mist – this would force King to either deal with Akira or stay in the mist – further maiming him mentally, allowing La Spada to play forward. Even though King possess incredible speed, at point blank – such gap in speed is not that important in certain circumstances. Once Akira played his cards, he would fall back alongside with La Spada, making sure they can continuously pull off team play – if King does nothing.

Name: n/a
Rank: n/a
Description: The user plants a foot forward, bends a little and uses force to dash forward, which allows the user to propel slightly forward for the next step but with increased momentum, allowing one to strike with greater intensity which forms the basis for the fighting style. It can also be used in tandem to spin by twisting the body, resulting in a quick spin or two to create momentum. This technique can be used in conjunction with any basic attacks or certain techniques. [Pic 1][Pic 2] (Follows Soru rules: 11 Shuurin, 21 Movement Speed; The user's movement speed is increased by Mastery/5; 1 turn cool down at 100 mastery)

Name: Autumn Rain
Rank: C
Description: A technique where the user charges and then slashes the sword at the opponent. The blade of the sword cuts around the user, forming a cross slash. Can be done with scabbard as an Iai technique as well. [Pic 1] (21 Shuurin, 41 Movement, 21 Strength)

DPR: 101-119: 6. City Block Level + Sword Bonus: +3(Override C-rank) + Hardening: +2 = 11. Small Country Level

tlgRen · Aug 9, 2021

As Uteki and Ai slowed their pace and eventually reached a spot suitable for casing the factory, they would be made aware of a few things. Sounds were definitely coming from the factory. It was indeed operational. They already assumed this given the state of the water from Yahiko's village, but it was nice to have a confirmation. The next thing they learned was that it wasn't automated. They could hear workers inside as well. Which gave Uteki some pause. If they were innocent civilians forced into labor, the idea of harming them in her raid of the factory didn't sit well with her. She had a more pressing concern though. While the outside of the factory was devoid of people, there was a single person in a cloak and hoodie standing in front of the factory.

Uteki suspected they weren't part of the assigned personnel because they were facing the factory. If they were a guard or lookout they would be facing away. She decided to see what the person had planned and remained in her spot with Ai, observing instead of acting for the time being. Not being one to be caught unaware, she would form a small blood spear that she could quickly expand in the event she needed to defend herself or potentially innocent workers.

Kaka · Aug 9, 2021

Sea said:
Udon
@kakashi19283

As the gate stood defiant to the pair’s attacks, Leo would attempt a final attack on the gate itself – quite literally turning into fire as he would punch dive straight towards the gate, almost instantly breaking the gate upon touch as a burst of fire would erupt from the source, Leo. The defenders would find themselves getting away from the gate, but those especially behind the gates would be less fortunate. Taking out several guards upon impact with the gate, those nearer the epicentre did not stood a chance, but those further away would successfully back off – but the flames would consequentially destroy the weapons on fortified wall, cannons with gunpowder would explode in a chain reaction, massively destroying the defensive fortifications. A large breakthrough that most Yakuza would have hoped for.

Once the initial nova of flames has subsided, leaving the surroundings still stoked in flames, Leo would find himself within the prison entrance as with Sasaki would arrive from behind. It still has quite a lot of defenders, being brought right into the heart of the Udon warzone. Surrounding them, one of the man, large in stature with four legs approached forward, though he did not say much to the intruders – he would shout in command, behind him was a man in a hippopotamus suit, or at least visually. Soon, more bullets would quickly be fired from all the defenders towards the intruders.

Once bullets have fired, several prison guards would run forward towards Sasaki and Leo, swords and axes in hand as they swing to attempt lopping the intruders heads off.

Leo, transformed into fire and flying forward like a humanoid fire rocket, punch dove straight through the main gate of the prison. The blast of fire that erupted from Leo's punch set off a chain reaction, rocking a part of the prison upon impact. The gate fell, and both Leo and Sasaki entered the first part of the prison. There, they were greeted by a number of individuals. The large man with four legs and the man in a hippopotamus suit stood out. Leo and Sasaki stood with their backs to one another, covering all blind spots.

I'll take out those two...!

Sasaki said, grabbing the hilts of the two katanas that were sheathed on his hips - while his longer katana still rested on his back. As soon as Leo and Sasaki had entered the prison, they were already under attack. Another hail of bullets came for them, followed by a number of guards that came rushing in with swords and axes in hand, aiming to lop Leo's and Sasaki's heads of. Leo, after Sasaki had said that he would take care of the two larger men, now averted his attention onto the many lower-ranked guards. As the bullets, swords and axes came for him, Leo raised his right fist and assumed a martial arts stance. His right fist suddenly transformed into fire and then superheated, unleashing a heat shockwave directed forward.

Fire Blast...!

DPR: 120: 7. Town Level + B:+2 = 9. Mountain Level

Leo makes fire erupt from his body in all directions. Due to the blast behind the fire explosion, the fire carries concussive force, allowing Leo to blow his surroundings away from himself. Rank B.

The heat shockwave blasted away the bullets, as well as the guards that had charged toward Leo.

At the same time, Sasaki took off, charging toward the large man with four legs and the man in the hippopotamus suit. When he was a few steps away from them, he suddenly accelerated, blitzing past the two men while unsheathing his two katanas.

Rashomon...!

The two slashes came quickly, nigh instantly, as Sasaki reappeared a few meters behind the two men, letting his two katanas slide back into their respective sheathes. Turning around, Sasaki observed the effects of his attack.

101-119: 6. City Block Level + B:+2 = 8. City Level

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The Flower Capital @Ichimonji @Sea

With a clear trespassing into Wano by the La Spada Pirates, King, responsible for looking over the Flower Capital, went onto the offensive. After he had dispersed Akira's flying slash, King, now transformed, employed a burst of speed and closed the distance between himself and La Spada. Giving no time, he swung his katana. King was significantly faster than both La Spada and Akira, and so it was no surprise that his katana slashed through La Spada's arm, sending it flying. However, before the arm could fall far away, a green gaseous substance suddenly flowed from the elbow and the severed limb, reconnecting the limb with no visible damage whatsoever. King's eyes widened in surprise, having never seen such an ability before. What followed, worked in perfect sync with the surprise factor of La Spada's apparent regeneration. The projection of her soul came from her body in massive size. An eerie sound and a powerful presence of the soul struck King's own soul, instilling fear. It was a strange feeling. King was not actually afraid, logically speaking. But his soul was.

The strange sensation caught King off guard, and Akira capitalized on the opportunity. Appearing on King's side behind him, Akira swung his sword multiple times almost simultaneously. Normally, King would have been able to avoid those attacks easily, and completely. However, the fear factor and the lack of focus that came with it, lowered his response time significantly. King still managed to push off the ground, and with his great speed, he jumped away, but when he landed, shallow cuts appeared on his leg, shoulders and wings. No muscles were cut, and the wounds were not too deep thanks to King's much superior speed, but the fact that he had not managed to avoid completely, was a shock to King in itself.

It looks like we have some dangerous people here.

King said, using his katana to stab his right thigh. The stab wasn't deep enough to nullify the use of King's leg, but it was deep enough to hurt. Using that pain, King focused on it and overcame the fear factor of La Spada. Then, gripping his katana strongly with both hands, King rose it overhead. The fire on his back swirled up to the sword, circling around the blade like an inferno. Then, with a powerful downward swing, King unleashed a fiery flying slash. The flying slash was large in size and intense, aiming to consume just about the whole street in front of him. Black Busou-shoku no Haki still flowed through the katana, and by the look of the black wisps that danced inside the fiery slash, the attack was imbued as well.

DPR: 101-119: 6. City Block Level + A:+3 + COA: +2 = 11. Small Country Level

Kuri @Gambit

The towering Kaidou walked toward Gambit and Namor, seemingly unstopping. He was hard to read - was he coming over to talk to them, was he going to stomp over them, or would he attack them out of nowhere? Such an unreadable situation was dangerous, for if Gambit and Namor misjudged, they could provoke the wrath of Kaidou unnecessarily. Fortunately, Gambit did not jump the gun, and instead spoke, introducing himself, stating that they had a solution for his thirst, and that the Gambit would become worth more to Kaidou, than the Joker. Kaidou stopped a few short feet away from the two Princes, his shadow casting over them. Looking down at them, Kaidou's face was one that would intimidate almost anyone, whether he wanted to or not. Then, he spoke.

A solution for my thirst huh...

Well then, let's hear it.

Kaidou said. A few dozen feet away, Jack still stood silently, keeping himself out of the situation. Jack was a proud man, but his pride meant nothing in front of Kaidou. Now, it was time for him to stay where he was, and hope for the best. Perhaps, if the two Princes really did have a good offer for Kaidou, Jack would be rewarded as well. As all-powerful as Kaidou was, he was also a good listener. He knew the world was not all about fighting power. Good connections were important as well.

Hakumai -> The Flower Capital @QuickZilver708

Shogun Orochi's words, attitude and overall demeanor outraged Kallavan. A man that was always in control of his emotions, could not help but explode in the face of such obliviousness and arrogance. Intimidation and just about killing intent overflowed from Kallavan, to the point where his own ally awkwardly left the room, not wanting to be close to what was happening. Shogun Orochi did not seem intimidated. But not because he was stronger than Kallavan, or anything of the sort. Rather, Shogun Orochi was too arrogant, to find himself intimidated by a nobody. A nobody in his shallow mind, that is. The couple of subordinates that Shogun Orochi had in the room stood up and took guard, but Kallavan's intimidation factor quickly froze them in position. Their bodies trembled, like a man staring into the eyes of a bear ready to maul them. Kallavan spoke, insulting Shogun Orochi, who in turn was angry that a nobody was talking to him like that. Surprisingly, Kallavan then went on to let Shogun Orochi keep the cargo, and proceeded to walk out of the room.

Shogun Orochi, in disbelief that a commoner was talking and behaving this way, exploded in turn. Slamming his hand into the ground, Shogun Orochi shouted.

S-STOP RIGHT THERE, YOU FOOL! YOU DATE TALK TO THE SHOGUN LIKE THAT? I WILL HAVE YOU BEHEADED IN FRONT OF ALL OF WANO. AND I WILL DRINK DOWN YOUR BLOOD IF THERE IS NO WATER TO BE FOUND.

Shogun Orochi proclaimed as a large shadow cast over Kallavan. If Kallavan turned around, he find a giant 8-headed serpent glaring down upon him.

At the same time, the screens of the ceiling came crashing down, and a total of 11 Shinobi appeared out of nowhere, surrounding Kallavan. They were the Orochi Oniwabanshu, Shogun Orochi's top Shinobi, serving directly under him. Fukurokuju, Daikoku, Fujin, Raijin, Hanzo, Chome, Jigoku Benten, Bishamon, Yazaemon, Kazekage and Sarutobi. With their weapons at hand, pointing toward Kallavan, they would prevent him from acting rashly. The 8 heads of the serpent grinned, one of them speaking.

Foolish commoner. You will die in this place.

Shogun Orochi proclaimed, furious at the thought of how the commoner had disrespected him.

Kuri -> Okobore Town @tlgRen

Uteki and Ai, obscured from view by the bushes and trees that surrounded the factory, stumbled upon a rather strange sight. There was no guards outside, there were workers inside, but a lone figure stood in front of the factory, staring at it. The hood and cloak obscured the identity of the person, so one could only guess who they were, what intentions they had, and whose side they were on. However, some of those questions would be answered very quickly.

The figure reached for the kanabo on their back. Giving it two practice swings and holding it with a very tight grip, the figure bent their knees and widened their stance. Then, with great speed, the figure pushed off of the ground, charging the front gate of the factory. Once in front of it, the figure swung the kanabo, slamming it with great might right into the front gate. A powerful black Busou-shoku no Haki clad the kanabo and exploded forth at the pinnacle of the swing. The massive gate reverberated as it was hit, and then fell off of its hinges, before collapsing to the ground.

The whole factory, and even the surrounding area, trembled from the collision of the Busou-shoku no Haki with the large gate. One could hear the gasps and shock from inside the factory. The figure started to walk into the factory, clearly intent on raiding it or destroying it or something of the sort.

It would appear Uteki and Ai had found a likeminded person - maybe.

tlgRen · Aug 12, 2021

Uteki and Ai observed the mysterious figure from their vantage point. Wanting to figure out if they were friend or foe before proceeding. They reached for the kanabo on their back and after it became coated in Armaments, it was swung at the massive gate that was the entrance to the factory. The impact could be felt even from where Uteki and Ai were. It was a powerful swing and was backed by powerful haki. After the gate fell, the cloaked individual entered. The factory now in complete disarray.

Uteki recalled her blood and signaled for Ai to advance with her. They were following the figure into the factory. It not only served as a good entrance for them, but Uteki wanted to be sure the civilians, if any, were kept out of things. She wasn't some hero or anything close to it. She just didn't like uninvolved people getting wrapped up in things. Likely due to her childhood. Regardless, at full speed, Uteki would reach the factory a few moments before Ai. She would use this time to process what was going on inside the factory, then act immediately once Ai caught up to her.

Ichimonji · Aug 14, 2021

Flower Capital
A King Dethroned! #10
@Sea @kakashi19283

Streets of the Capital
La Spada licked her blade again, her blood boiling with the rush of a prey wounded. King bled, and La Spada cackled. The man seemed to understand his foe’s and responded in power. When King lifted his blade, so did La Spada. While fire spread through his blade, a green light and ice spread through La Spada’s blade.

In a show of power that the Flower Capital would remember, both swung their swords down. A wall of fire and a wall of ice in the shape of a skull met in an impact that would tear the earth. [Soul Parade: Blizzard]

Those who would tear asunder the earth canceled each other out. When the mist cleared, it was greeted by the piercing chill of a violin.

[La Spada] “The Yonko’s right hand man, running like a coward with his tail beneath his legs. What a disappointment you are!”

Those triggering words came from a monster. La Spada’s whole skeleton was surrounded by a demon aura, by spirit. She glowed in beet red and her blade vibrated along with the sound of the tones coming from all around him. The tones in the air enveloped him.

Played by her blade violin, amplified by her soul, sound waves surrounded King from every side. Manipulated by music, darkened by soul, the chilling sound waves trapped King, even from behind. Normally just impact, these waves also froze those they touched, The sound waves did not actually hit King, only hug around him to prevent him from moving.

[La Spada] “Kuahahahaha! Nowhere to run now...!”

Wherever The Shadow would come to attack, the sound waves would desist, allowing one entry for an attack.

King Attack v. Spada Attack
[King] 11. Small Country Level vs. [Spada] Attack 101-119: 6. City Block Level +3 (Saijo Blade) +2 (CoA) = 11. Small Country Level

= Equal DPS

Soul Parade: Blizzard - The user combines Aubade Coup Droit with the Chill of the Underworld. This creates a piercing wind that carries the Chill of the Underworld, overtaking the target. The attack pierces and freeze anything it touches.

Requirements: 51 Strength, 41 Fencing, 61 Devil Fruit

Rank: B

Spada Attack
61-80: 4. City Block Level +2 B Rank = 101-119: 6. City Block Level

Metal

- An attack in the form of sound waves! Nearly inescapable. Destructive potency scales off of musicianship. AoE is 15 meters (50 feet). Close range of 5 meter radius or 16 ft (DPR: B), mid range of 10 meter radius or 33 feet (DPR: C), far range of 15 meter radius (DPR: D)

Sea · Aug 14, 2021

Udon
@kakashi19283

Before the guards could lop any heads off, Sasaki and Leo have already decided on what to focus – and thus with the Mera user decidedly taking on the grunts, Sasaki would try to take on the two Shinuchi. With that, Leo would fire a powerful heat-based shockwave from all directions, reflecting away bullets and even the charging guards were hit at full force. This prompted the guards to move away though some did not make it in time was knocked back by the shockwave, defeating those that are hit by it easily. However, Leo’s action caused the guards to adapt to their situation as well, with some of them commanding the rest to separate themselves, which will make it harder for Leo to attack the guards in the group, now in a loose formation – the guards goes back for range attacks instead, making sure that they buy as much time as possible for the Shinuchi to deal with them.

As for Sasaki, he would slip past the two Shinuchi with his attacks, while as powerful Shinuchis are, they are not as strong as the Tobiroppo, being unable to react fast enough against Sasaki’s attack, as such, slashed both Shinuchis cleanly. That said, both Shinuchis are still pretty durable – despite the damage taken, where the wounds are deep, they are able to still continue fighting. Where both Shinuchi would turn and attack Sasaki before the man could completely turn back. Daifugo would use his six legs to jump, quickly closing the gap between him and Sasaki, and dropping from the back in a hand stand position, and quickly utilize Haki on his legs as he performs a spinning 360 kick continuously, with each kick slamming towards Sasaki’s side, or if blocked by the sword, he would attempt to kick away the sword from the man’s grasp. As for Dobon, he would attempt from the opposite direction which is where Sasaki was facing after his attack, a large hippopotamus mouth would attempt to clamp down on to Sasaki instead.

Daifugo DPR: 61-80: 4. Small Building Level + B: +2 + Invisible Haki: +1 = 7. Town Level
Dobon DPR: 61-80: 4. Small Building Level + C: +1 = 81-100: 5. Large Building Level

Flower Capital
@Ichimonji @kakashi19283

Unfortunately, Akira’s attack did not connect properly, leaving only shallow cuts on his body as King would step backwards. Surprisingly not taking the opportunity to attack instead. Rather, King would instead attack after doing so, unleashing wave of powerful flames towards the pair. With that La Spada would counter the attack of her own, sending ice to fight against the fire, ultimately generating a mist. La Spada would attempt to keep King provocation towards her by taunting him, but once her taunt was finished, she would attack with sound waves, which prompts Akira to move once more, running straight – using Observation Haki to help react to King’s movement.

Once Akira is close enough, he would wield his sword with both hands and dragged against the ground, before swinging vertically upwards that generates a powerful shockwave, using not just the blade to attack – but chunks of dirt of the ground and a shockwave would also be launched towards King, and causing dust to rise in between them. This time, Akira’s blade is no longer glowing, but invisible haki is still applied to the blade instead. With this attack, Akira attempts to hit the same leg that was already injured up vertically to his arm. If successful enough, King will lose more mobility on the ground even if the leg wasn’t chopped off, the injury would slow him down enough to make his physical advantages rendered ineffective.

Name: Autumn's Surprise
Rank: A
Description: Similar to Daishinkan, the user instead of performing an overhead swing with both hands, slides the katana against the ground before performing a vertical upward swing from the ground. As with Daishinkan, it creates a powerful shockwave at the opponent, but at the same time breaks the ground beneath them apart and launch them alongside with the shockwave that not only aims to split the opponent as well, but with the shockwave and the launched chunks of dirt, obscures their vision as well. The user runs past the opponent afterwards. (61 Shuurin, 61 Strength)

DPR: 101-119: 6. City Block Level + A:+3 + Invisible Haki: +1 = 10. Island Level

Guren · Aug 15, 2021

Hakumai -> The Flower Capital

It all went just as how Kallavan expected it. While he was moving towards the exit several members of Orochi's guard would drop from the ceiling as the man shouted in disbelief. Kallavan would turn around as he found himself to be surrounded by 11 Shinobi while Orochi finally showed his true colours. A hideous looming snake, it almost made Kallavan chuckle at the mere sight. And the man could not help but show a very faint smirk. Not at all frightened by the position he found himself in. "The irony is not lost on me." Kallavan said as he placed both his arms in front of him in a crossed position as haki exploded to life on his forearms. "Haaaaa..." Kallavan slowly began to ramp up a powerful shout. " HAH!" He'd shout several moments later once his voice reached the highest 'note' it could reach while also snapping his arms out of their crossed position.

From this snap movement, a powerful and compact shockwave would be released a combination of his strength and his hasshoken abilities. The shinobi and Orochi would most likely find themselves unable to withstand the incredible blast and be swept off their feet as they'd be blasted backwards towards nearby walls or against one another.

In the wake of the blast, Kallavan would lower his arms as haki slowly crept away from his arms the Vice-Admiral simply stood watch in the same position they had threatened him. " You're way over your head old man," Kallavan said as he cast a most piercing glare towards Orochi.

6. City Block Level + B rank(2) + 2 Haki = 10. Island level attack
Kia: A reverse thunderclap that instead of being one direction is omnidirectional. However, due to the nature of the attack, its power potential is greatly diminished compared to the regular thunderclap. Can be used through one’s hands or simply through the vocal cords. [ B Rank]
61 mastery, 61 str

Gambit · Aug 15, 2021

kakashi19283 said:
Kuri @Gambit

The towering Kaidou walked toward Gambit and Namor, seemingly unstopping. He was hard to read - was he coming over to talk to them, was he going to stomp over them, or would he attack them out of nowhere? Such an unreadable situation was dangerous, for if Gambit and Namor misjudged, they could provoke the wrath of Kaidou unnecessarily. Fortunately, Gambit did not jump the gun, and instead spoke, introducing himself, stating that they had a solution for his thirst, and that the Gambit would become worth more to Kaidou, than the Joker. Kaidou stopped a few short feet away from the two Princes, his shadow casting over them. Looking down at them, Kaidou's face was one that would intimidate almost anyone, whether he wanted to or not. Then, he spoke.

A solution for my thirst huh...

Well then, let's hear it.

Kaidou said. A few dozen feet away, Jack still stood silently, keeping himself out of the situation. Jack was a proud man, but his pride meant nothing in front of Kaidou. Now, it was time for him to stay where he was, and hope for the best. Perhaps, if the two Princes really did have a good offer for Kaidou, Jack would be rewarded as well. As all-powerful as Kaidou was, he was also a good listener. He knew the world was not all about fighting power. Good connections were important as well.

"I wouldn't mind sitting this over but looks like you're the type who loves to brag your height.", Gambit said to Kaido upon catching his interest.

The prince was reaching out for something inside his pants pocket. A folded map of the country and another paper with the blueprint of his proposal. "Excuse the parchment but mind the content."

Gambit laid the map and the blueprint on the ground enough for all of them to see what was printed in there. "This is the map of Wano Country and this one here is a blueprint of a system not currently existing across the land." He continued as he pointed the two papers using his cane.

"Apparently, it's the factory that emits a toxic substance that made the river toxic and dangerous to whoever drinks it. And certainly and sooner, it will affect not only the people in Wano but your people as well. I propose a proper and advanced waste and wastewater system. A system that treats the waste before it returns to the waters and processes the surrounding waters into drinking waters. The goal is obvious."

Gambit would stare at the Emperor for a brief moment. Not waiting for his approval but to see how he would react to this.

"As for Joker, I guess you know what I am about to say. I can supply weapons. But I need something in return for that. Something that this land is rich of. Does it ring a bell?"

The Vampirate Prince was trying to get into something. A substance that is known to have such ability to weaken devil fruit users. Sea prism stones. Wano, of all countries, is abundant in this element. And if the Royal Blacksmith could have access to it, he would be able to build an empire of sea prism stone armadas. Closer to the famed Pluton.

"And one more thing, people have gathered in your territory these past 3 days when you were gone. Including us. Do you ever wonder what their current whereabouts are? I heard that this group of rising lords want to play a little pirate game with you. How would an emperor of the sea respond to that?"

Another provoke? Or an act of partnership? Kaido should be wise in reading between the lines for the Prince of Hiraya was not playing his little pirate game. It's business as usual.

Kaka · Aug 15, 2021

Sea said:
Udon
@kakashi19283

Before the guards could lop any heads off, Sasaki and Leo have already decided on what to focus – and thus with the Mera user decidedly taking on the grunts, Sasaki would try to take on the two Shinuchi. With that, Leo would fire a powerful heat-based shockwave from all directions, reflecting away bullets and even the charging guards were hit at full force. This prompted the guards to move away though some did not make it in time was knocked back by the shockwave, defeating those that are hit by it easily. However, Leo’s action caused the guards to adapt to their situation as well, with some of them commanding the rest to separate themselves, which will make it harder for Leo to attack the guards in the group, now in a loose formation – the guards goes back for range attacks instead, making sure that they buy as much time as possible for the Shinuchi to deal with them.

As for Sasaki, he would slip past the two Shinuchi with his attacks, while as powerful Shinuchis are, they are not as strong as the Tobiroppo, being unable to react fast enough against Sasaki’s attack, as such, slashed both Shinuchis cleanly. That said, both Shinuchis are still pretty durable – despite the damage taken, where the wounds are deep, they are able to still continue fighting. Where both Shinuchi would turn and attack Sasaki before the man could completely turn back. Daifugo would use his six legs to jump, quickly closing the gap between him and Sasaki, and dropping from the back in a hand stand position, and quickly utilize Haki on his legs as he performs a spinning 360 kick continuously, with each kick slamming towards Sasaki’s side, or if blocked by the sword, he would attempt to kick away the sword from the man’s grasp. As for Dobon, he would attempt from the opposite direction which is where Sasaki was facing after his attack, a large hippopotamus mouth would attempt to clamp down on to Sasaki instead.

Daifugo DPR: 61-80: 4. Small Building Level + B: +2 + Invisible Haki: +1 = 7. Town Level
Dobon DPR: 61-80: 4. Small Building Level + C: +1 = 81-100: 5. Large Building Level

Leo's concussive fire blast and Sasaki's incredibly quick swordsmanship both dealt significant damage to the opposition. The fire blast blew a number of the guards away and forced the rest to retreat to a distance, while Sasaki's two katanas slashed both of the Shinuchi. However, surprisingly, neither of them backed down or gave up. The guards got ready to fire, while the Shinuchi got ready to attack Sasaki from both sides. However, Leo and Sasaki were too strong for them, and that would show shortly.

As the guards pointed their firearms at Leo, he suddenly disappeared from sight, utilizing Kamisori to disappear, reappear, disappear, reappear and so on all over the area, among the guards. Every time he appeared next to a guard, a quick one or two Shigans followed, taking the guards down one after the other, while using Kamisori to both attack, and avoid any fired bullets at the same time. It would be over in a matter of instants, like a flash.

DPR: 101-119: 6. City Block Level + B:+2 = 8. City Level

Kamisori
Requirements: 46 Mastery, 41 Strength and 61 Movement Speed
Description: A combination of Geppo and Soru, where the user uses Soru in a zigzag motion in midair, allowing extremely fast movements in three dimensions.

Basic Shigan
Requirements: 11 Mastery, 21 Strength.
11-40 Mastery: Destructive potency: C
41-60 Mastery: Destructive potency: B
61-80 Mastery: Destructive potency: A
81-100 Mastery: Destructive potency: S

Simultaneously, Sasaki was under attack by the two Shinuchi. There was also the threat of stray bullets fired by the guards and avoided by Leo. However, this level of battle was something Sasaki could handle easily.

Avoiding any stray bullets with minimal movements as he unsheathed his three katanas, Sasaki held the longer one with his teeth while the other two were held in his hands. Then, spinning around, he swung the three katanas, unleashing a powerful tornado of rapid winds and flying slashes.

Kokujō: Ō Tatsu Maki...!

DPR: 101-119: 6. City Block Level + B:+2 = 8. City Level

Kokujo: O Tatsumaki (黒縄・大龍巻 Kokujō: Ō Tatsumaki?, literally meaning "Kalasutra: Great Dragon Twister"): A much stronger and more effective version of "Tatsu Maki", where the user performs the same action. He spins to create a dragon-like tornado that both slashes and blows away the targets, but the attack keeps going like an actual whirlwind and cuts up anyone who gets caught in it. (71 Mastery, 61 Strength) Destructive Potency Rank: B

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Sasaki had used this technique earlier already, but one could not help using such a useful technique. The cutting tornado would both cut and blow away both of the Shinuchi, while overpowering and deflecting their own attacks, as well as any further stray bullets. When the tornado dissipated, Sasaki was seen standing in the center of it, with all three of his katanas already sheathed, and his hands crossed in front of his abdomen, hands inside the bells of his sleeves.

That should do it, we should see what else is going on here. Given the rough welcome, they're probably hiding something.

Sasaki said, Leo nodding in agreement. If allowed, the two would venture further into the prison.
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The Flower Capital @Ichimonji @Sea

The La Spada Pirates and King, the right hand man of Yonkou Kaidou, were engaged in battle in the middle of the Flower Capital. A powerful infernal flying slash was unleashed by King, and met head on by La Spada's freezing hellish flying slash. Fire and ice collided and Haki roared, putting on a clash and a show that one could not see just any day. By this point in time, many of the citizens had already run away with the young girl, the mother, Zalera and the rest of them. It seemed like King would not be able to push through and recover the citizens, so he was now involved in a pointless fight. Well, perhaps not pointless - for he was fighting invaders. But certainly, he was no longer fighting for the primary reason that he had come here for. To question the citizens. That, coupled with the fact that he was dehydrated and had no energy to spare, put King into a disadvantageous situation at this time.

La Spada's soul, amplified, played a song most metallic and terrifying to those it was meant to terrify. Sound waves that froze surrounded King from all sides. He could not move well, and frost started to form on his limbs and the rest of his body. Suddenly, fire erupted from his whole body, melting the ice as he swung his sword. Black Busou-shoku no Haki clad blade clashed with the flying slash, nullifying it once more. However, one could easily see that King was being pushed into the corner. Between the dehydration, as well as the mysterious abilities of La Spada, this was not a good first fight for him. However, luckily, his compromised leg would not hinder him.

Flapping his fiery wings, King ascended up into the air. There, with bloodshot eyes and rage, he spoke.

You cross our border and enter our country. The country of the Beast Pirates. Venture further and deeper, if you dare. Before long, you will meet our Captain. And alongside him, I will see to your doom.

King said, before flapping his wings and flying away. La Spada and Akira could pursue, if they wanted - though with King's speed and aerial maneuverability, catching him would be a tall task. The problem that Kaidou would now be informed of the La Spada Pirates' arrival was now real - though perhaps, the wicked La Spada would not mind that confrontation anyway. As for Akira, having confronted King, he now knew of King's presence and aura. That was a valuable weapon for the assassin.

Kuri @Gambit

Kaidou, the Strongest Beast in the World, one of the Yonkou, and a man thought by some to be unbeatable and immortal. He stood several times taller than normal humans, and had a body of muscled steel. He was an avid drinker, and was able to drink Sake for days on end. Between all of those attributes, one would not think of Kaidou as a shrewd businessman. But he was just that. He had his hands in the weapons business. He had business partners. Kaidou was running nothing short of a business in Wano. And so Gambit's approach piqued his interest. The Prince took out a map and laid it out in front of Kaidou. It was a map of Wano, and with it, came a plan. A waterwaste system. A long-term solution for Wano, and its water problems. Kaido's eyes narrowed, which between it, and the red cheeks, gave him a rather mixed facial expression of both focus and drunkness. Gambit's proposal was interesting, but it was met with a sigh from Kaidou.

I'm not interested. This country is nothing but a land of resources for us. And that fool Orochi is a puppet. Once the resources here are used up, we will just move on to another island.

I have no need for long term solutions. I have a need to drink water. Right now.

Kaidou said, his words clear. He had a problem right now, not in the future.

Worororo, you wouldn't happen to have some, would you? That'll be worth more than your whole idea.

Kaidou said, laughingly glaring at Gambit. Unfortunately for the self-proclaimed prince of pirates, he had not managed to garner Kaidou's interest. And now, he found himself stared down by the strongest man in the world, who was uninterested in an alliance. A dangerous den to be in. A dangerous place. A dangerous situation. One that could not be compared to even the situation with Shiki. This was a whole 'nother level. And even a man like Gambit would be right to feel fear.

Hakumai -> The Flower Capital @QuickZilver708

Literally crashing down from the ceiling, the Shinobi surrounded Kallavan. Different types of blades and other weapons were drawn, threatening Kallavan. However, the large man was not scared, almost as if he knew that those weapons could not even pierce his skin.

With a great might and an invisible force, Kallavan crossed his arms in front of him and then snapped them outward, blowing the Shinobi away. They came crashing into the walls of the room, some of them even into the Shoji (Japanese paper doors), blowing straight through them and crashing in the next room over. With a piercing gaze, Kallavan snapped at Shogun Orochi, stating that he was an old man that was in way over his head.

HNGH?! HOW DARE YOU SCUM!

Orochi roared, too enraged to even be intimidated. Two of the massive snake heads snapped forward and came crashing down onto Kallavan, each of the heads as large as Kallavan's whole body was. Black Busou-shoku no Haki clad the two heads, and the sharp fangs aimed to pierce Kallavan, poison him, while the weight of the heads crashing down on him aimed to crush him at the same time. The Shinobi, battered and too injured to get back up, saw their master go onto the offensive, in disbelief that they had been taken out in one attack, and were incapable of helping their master.

DPR: 81-100: 5. Large Building Level + A:+3 + COA: +2 = 10. Island Level

Orochi's Statistics:

60 x 5 = 300

Strength: 49 (Race: +12, DF: +20) = 81

Speed: 49 (Race: +12, DF: +20) = 81 [Movement Speed: 81 | Reaction Speed: 81]

Vitality: 49 (Race: +12, DF: +20) = 81 [Stamina: 81 | Durability: 81]

Hebi Hebi no Mi, Model: Yamata no Orochi = 81

Haki: 72 [Busou-shoku no Haki: 81 | Kenbun-shoku no Haki (precognition): 63]

Kuri -> Okobore Town @tlgRen

The cloaked figure wielding the spiked kanabo destroyed the front gate of the factory with a blow great enough to shake the factory whole. The figure then entered, and Uteki and Ai followed her inside rather quickly, wanting to make sure that the cloaked figure was not a bad person harming good people. Once Uteki and Ai ran through the front gate and inside, they would find the cloaked figure confronted by five large men. The spiked kanabo was still held in the cloaked figure's right hand, while the five large men seemed to have parts of their bodies replaced by animal parts. One had a lion's head for his stomach, one had bat wings, one had gazelle legs, one had mouse ears and one had an armadillo body and tail.

WHO ARE YOU?!

One of the men said, only for the cloaked figure to not respond, and instead tighten the grip on the kanabo. Then, pushing off of the ground, the cloaked figure dashed toward the one with the mouse ears. With speed far too great for the mouse man to react to, the cloaked figure blitzed past him, striking him with the kanabo in the process, and knocking him out in one clean hit.

Clearly, there was a fight going down, and Uteki and Ai would have to judge who were the bad guys and who were the good guys, and what to do.

tlgRen · Aug 17, 2021

@kakashi19283
Entering the factory with Ai, Uteki took notice of her surroundings immediately. The cloaked figure was in the process of attacking a group of individuals who seemed to have animal modifications done to their body. Given the confrontational sound of one of the men's question, and their animal modifications combined with Kaido's "Beast Pirates" she was going to roll with the deduction that these 5 men were members of his crew. They weren't civilians forced into labor. This meant that whoever was attacking was at least not their enemy at the moment. Uteki drew her blade and instructed Ai with a whisper.

"Stay back and cover me."

Ai nodded and Uteki went to attack the one with bat wings. Internally, she said the name of her attack. A habit of hers. Third of the Forms: Kogetsu. She released a moderately powerful flying slash. Should the slash connect and fell her opponent, she would ready herself. She had given away her position. Both as an enemy to the animal men, and that she was in the factory as well. Her next target would be the man with a lion head for a stomach. If her attack missed or did not fell the bat wing man, she would continue focusing her attention on him. Ai was still hidden. Watching Uteki's back from the shadows.

Third of the Forms: Kogetsu- A flying slash/thrust that travels in an arc mimicking a crescent moon. Vibrations accompany it and make it more deadly than it appears to be. 71-90 Mastery: Destructive Potency: A

Ichimonji · Aug 18, 2021

Flower Capital
A Demonic Rampage! #11
@Sea @kakashi19283

Streets of the Capital
The furious attack grew to a stalemate. Birthed from the thinning mist, King flapped his wings. The right hand of the Yonko retreated, but not before issuing a warning. With speed unmatched and the benefit of the sky, the Conflagration disappeared over the horizon.

The scene grew quiet. The desolate streets howled in relief. The people likely inched from their houses. Had these two actually driven away the Yonko’s right hand man? Was there hope to be freed from the Beast Pirate’s grasp?

La Spada’s skeletal chest rose in strobes, until the light revealed the woman’s vexed face and bloodshot eyes. Suddenly, a low pitched demonic roar would echo through the Flower Capitol, aided by music, it would reverberate even inside the Flower Capitol building.

[La Spada] “YAAAHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!”

That triggering scream came from a monster. La Spada’s whole skeleton was surrounded by a demon aura. La Spada’s shaved horns grew violently, surrounded by flames. Her tail became surrounded by flames, illuminating her body. The Grim glowed in beet red, seemingly transforming into a whole form altogether.

[Zalera] “No... Captain’s turned into her full demon form. Quick! Get back!”

The rage from a prey having escaped. From a prey issuing threats. Mindless in rage, La Spada in her demon form made a bee-line towards the Flower Capitol building. There was no deterring. Anyone in the way would shrivel up in her killing intent. Unstable and acting on blind bloodlust. The Grim was guided by her Awareness haki, sensing the most powerful “voices” in the building Capitol. Prey.

As La Spada mindlessly approacehed the Capitol building, Zalera explained to the mother that this was their opportunity for an uprising. He attempted to have her lead her people behind La Spada, at a safe distance, in a March to the Capitol. They had been left for dead. Now, a savior who created water out of thin air and drove out King himself, led an assault to the Capitol building.

[Zalera] “This Moment! This Battle! Wano’s Continued Survival Depends On It! For Your Children’s Sake... Dedicate Your Hearts! MARCH TO THE CAPITOL! TO THOSE WHO WOULD OPPRESS YOU!”

[Zalera] “YOUR HEART AND SOUL TO THE CAUSE! ADVANCE!”

Zalera shouted with aplomb in his voice. Assuming, but not deciding, the people would follow, the strategist would lead the march behind La Spada, taking the child by hand.

(Inspiration: YouTube link)

Sea · Aug 18, 2021

Udon
@kakashi19283

Unfortunately for the Udon prison guards, they weren’t strong enough to deal with two powerful marines, with both attacks they would blow away most of the defenders including the two Shinuchis, taking them out pretty quickly, but whether or not they would regain consciousness later still remains to be unseen. But for now, the fight at the entrance against the prison guards is done for now. If Sasaki and Leo would notice what is going on behind them, there are still guards not looking towards them, instead firing out, perhaps already going into combat with the Yakuzas. It won’t be long till the Yakuzas find themselves getting into the prison now that Sasaki and Leo have opened the floodgates. As such, they would now look at two entrances on their right and left (starting from the south gate), and in front of them atop the prison centre is a larger building – perhaps where the ones in-charge may be, directly near the large stone wall, underneath the building is another entrance – which likely leads to the underground.

Their time is short however, as pieces have begun to move – soon the Yakuzas would come pouring into the prison and turn the prison into complete chaos, finding the Hakumai boss will be very difficult later on. That said, the whole place is loud and chaotic already, some would ignore Sasaki and Leo as they would fight their own battles, others if encountered would likely fight them instead. Perhaps this chaos is what the marines needed.

Somewhere in Udon…

“WHAT ISSSSSS GOING ON?!?!?!? Who is interrupting my dance?!?!?!?”

A large blond pony-tailed hair man appeared out of his office, hearing the large chaotic sound that has interrupted his relaxing time, he was practicing his dance to show for the men back in Onigashima.

“QUEEN-SAMA! The gates have been broken by two extremely powerful beings!”

“WHAT?!?!?!?”

Defaulting into his shocked expression, the usual trait of Queen whenever something suddenly came up. Transitioning from his shocked expression into one of anger, the Queen face became beet red, flustered at the fact that someone managed to destroy the gate that he painstakingly has it prop up for defence.

“GET EVERYONE TO KILL THE INTRUDERS! NOWWWWW!!!!”
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Flower Capital
@kakashi19283 @Ichimonji

With Akira’s attack not showing any real result, thanks to the much more physically stronger opponent – Perhaps he would need to utilize more powerful techniques to gain an edge. However, before he could truly formulate another plan to deal with King alongside La Spada, the man would retreat through flight, leaving both the Spada Pirates unable to catch due to not possessing similar flight capabilities, and the man’s incredible speed. Flying. What a useful ability – Akira thought. Though with their presence now known to the Beast Pirates, it may complicate things later on – but truthfully it is of no concern to both La Spada and Akira, though a person like Zalera would be more concerned.

Swinging his blade out to remove any impurities such as blood before sheathing his weapon. In just moments of adrenaline that slowly remove itself from Akira’s body, the boy would now realize that despite a small skirmish, the heat is strong enough to cause him to perspire in sweat, almost drenching it as he feels the thirst coming from his throat. However, before he could grab his own water to quench his thirst, La Spada would scream – though Akira himself could conclude the reason for the scream, as such he simply watched as he picked up his own water to drink.

What. The. Fuck. Is quite literally what is going through the boy’s mind as he watches La Spada in a fit of rage ran in one direction like a mindless berserk. It is not something the Grim would typically show, especially since La Spada is the one that is doing the taunting. After quenching his thirst, Akira would have to catch up to La Spada – moving even past the angry mob and allowing Zalera to direct the mobs as he sees fit. As the Shadow of the Grim, the boy has to be close to La Spada in these situations. And soon, both La Spada and Akira would rapidly find themselves going to a new situation.

Gambit · Aug 18, 2021

kakashi19283 said:
Kuri @Gambit

Kaidou, the Strongest Beast in the World, one of the Yonkou, and a man thought by some to be unbeatable and immortal. He stood several times taller than normal humans, and had a body of muscled steel. He was an avid drinker, and was able to drink Sake for days on end. Between all of those attributes, one would not think of Kaidou as a shrewd businessman. But he was just that. He had his hands in the weapons business. He had business partners. Kaidou was running nothing short of a business in Wano. And so Gambit's approach piqued his interest. The Prince took out a map and laid it out in front of Kaidou. It was a map of Wano, and with it, came a plan. A waterwaste system. A long-term solution for Wano, and its water problems. Kaido's eyes narrowed, which between it, and the red cheeks, gave him a rather mixed facial expression of both focus and drunkness. Gambit's proposal was interesting, but it was met with a sigh from Kaidou.

I'm not interested. This country is nothing but a land of resources for us. And that fool Orochi is a puppet. Once the resources here are used up, we will just move on to another island.

I have no need for long term solutions. I have a need to drink water. Right now.

Kaidou said, his words clear. He had a problem right now, not in the future.

Worororo, you wouldn't happen to have some, would you? That'll be worth more than your whole idea.

Kaidou said, laughingly glaring at Gambit. Unfortunately for the self-proclaimed prince of pirates, he had not managed to garner Kaidou's interest. And now, he found himself stared down by the strongest man in the world, who was uninterested in an alliance. A dangerous den to be in. A dangerous place. A dangerous situation. One that could not be compared to even the situation with Shiki. This was a whole 'nother level. And even a man like Gambit would be right to feel fear.

Kaido paused and lent his ears to what the Vampirate Prince would offer - a comprehensive and advanced wastewater system, circulation of weapons, and intruder information. Hearing all these, the Emperor of the sea would refuse the offer. He should have. Gambit a known philanthropist, a man of both culture and science, and someone who understood the business would be somewhat disappointed with that former's response.

Gambit has read a lot of books in his childhood and up until now, he still fashions ideas based on what he both learned and experience - a pearl of true wisdom. He remembered a man from South Blue who wrote something like, 'Don't waste your time with explanations: people only hear what they want to hear.'

And then recalled a quite contradicting statement, 'It doesn't matter how many times you fail; you only have to succeed once.'

From a businessman's perspective, he would push to get the deal. But as a man of honor and philanthropy, a man who has built dozens of shelters for the homeless and poor, a man who urged people to revolt against tyranny, a man whose sins are being redeemed, purified, would quickly revert to his kind mother's teachings. A mother he only knew.

“Wealth, my son, should never be your goal in life. Your words are eloquent but they are mere words. True wealth is of the heart, not of the purse.”

"But mother, without riches, a kingdom like us would not prosper and bring forth life to its sovereignty. Golds are made to surface the land not to be buried and join the soil for life."

“No, my son, do not aspire for wealth and labor not only to be rich. Strive instead for happiness, to be loved and to love, and most important to acquire peace of mind and serenity.”

He would not understand those words of wisdom by heart at the age of 6, at least its remains have been ingrained into his subliminal soul and came rolling back whenever he comes across a certain defining and deciding situation in life.

The prince, whilst letting Kaido's words sink into his mind would now understand his mother's wisdom and compassion to the livings. He was dealing with a callous man. Someone who regards living as fine objects and lets them rot along with the abrupt erosion of the land they live in. Wano is nothing but a mere tool, not a jurisdiction. That's not what his underworld informant had given him. This information was concealed from him or at least the informant knew that his sole purpose was to monopolize a business. But now that he has been made aware of the situation, he must choose between ideals and deals.

He would puff his cigarette to its final ember before tossing it to the ground, grinding it before it shrinks like a piece of a torn pad paper.

“I am here for a purpose and that purpose is to GROW, into a mountain, not to SHRINK to a grain of sand.", stressing that word while rolling his fingers into a firm knuckle.

"Henceforth will I apply ALL my efforts to become the highest mountain of all and I will strain my potential until it cries for mercy.”

Gambit unveiled no signs of fear or intimidation. Kaido might have been the strongest of all living beasts, but Prince Landayan Morrow represents tomorrow and Kaido has been on the edges of tomorrow, finding to finally settle down with DAWN.

"And certainly, I do not give even minuscule care for the Shogun. I believe that the land belongs to its people. Their birthright was to live and die here. Even if that means they have to REVOLT to redeem their own fortress."

Gambit would make a gentleman's vow as he placed his left palm to his chest while still holding the cane in his right poking on the ground. "If you would excuse us.", turning to Namor before gesturing his head towards the other side of the hall.