It had only been a short couple days since the last stragglers had arrived to participate in The Hunt, so the officers of Cross Guild weren’t expecting anyone yet. Yet they were surprised as one of the last ones to arrive and claim their target stepped inside, dragging the captured General Tanya and the two subordinates.
As they had not been expecting anyone back yet, Buggy was not readily available, and as such when Oroshi appeared, Dracule Mihawk was there to greet him. He accepted the prisoners and had a few of their underlings take them away, while another few presented the hunter with the rewards for the successful capture. Money and injection handed out, the pirate said his goodbyes and left as quickly as he had arrived, without Mihawk ever even getting out of his seat.
The Nighthawk Vipers ship sliced through the murky night, navigating the treacherous waters that guarded the clandestine base of the Cross Guild. The crew maintained a heightened state of alertness, acutely aware that this encounter was with a formidable force of pirates, not a conventional organization.
Upon reaching the designated rendezvous point, X and his chosen crewmembers found themselves confronted with the imposing, shadowy entrance to the Cross Guild's hidden lair. The atmosphere crackled with intrigue and a hint of danger.
With his signature, wide-brimmed hat pulled low and his coat billowing dramatically in the sea breeze, X stepped onto the dock, the creaking wood announcing his arrival. His crew carried the captured targets with a restrained, authoritative air.
Venturing into the dimly lit interior of the pirate stronghold, they encountered a motley assortment of hardened pirates, scrutinizing the newcomers with curiosity and suspicion. Unfazed by the intimidating atmosphere, X navigated the labyrinthine corridors with unwavering confidence, leading towards the base's inner sanctum.
Standing tall and unyielding amidst the pirate den, X declared, "Cayree XII has been captured per your request."
@God_Usopun X and his henchmen arrived back at the Cross Guild base that they had visited only a few days prior, retrieving the information on their target and then set out on the hunt. This day it was much more quiet, yet followers of the three former warlords watched them silently as they arrived, pulling their captives behind them in chains. As they stepped into the large tent from the last time, it was now dark and quiet compared to last time, when it had been bright and lively.
Lights flickered on from all directions, pointed directly at the pirates and banished the gloom of the room. From across the room a figure stepped out from the shadows, arms spread wide in a welcome, a smile on his face.
Welcome back, my friends! Buggy the clown said. And Cayree! Good to see you’ve arrived in one piece!
Men! Buggy clapped his hands and a row of pirates stepped into the room. Several of them stepped up and grabbed the prisoners, pulling them away with conviction and taking them back where they had come from. Others carried a large chest, while one last pirate carried a sword. It was of high grade, created by a master years ago. Now it belonged to X, as did the chest that was placed before him.
A pleasure doing business with you. Buggy said, the smile still on his face. The other two leaders of Cross Guild was nowhere to be seen, but that might not necessarily mean they weren’t hidden nearby. We’ll have more missions for people such as yourself later I hope.
Somewhere in the Grand Line
The sound of a sliding wooden door closing silenced the chatter. From the small wooden hut, a large Humandrill stepped forward. Long wild black hair rose from the Humandrill's head past the shoulders, comparable to his thick eyebrows. The figure was covered in red fur but for the chest, with the blue waistband hanging above his loose yellow fighting trousers. A shadow trim ran around his eyes and over the eyelids in crimson. A thick X scar is on the figure's left cheek, given by an old nemesis he'd rather forget. Around his neck, the figure wore a necklace emblazoned with a symbol: one of Cipher Pol.
The Humandrill flashed a gentle smile before approaching the warm fire that illuminated the star-riddled veil of night, set against the edge of a cliff overlooking the ocean. There, surrounding the fire, were five figures. All of different races and creeds. All sitting around the fire like equals. One giant. One dwarf. One fishman. One mink. One reptilian. The dwarf and the reptilian greeted Sun Wukong audibly. The Humandrill returned a warm hug before sitting around the fire, the smell of cooking food intoxicating. It was the first time in months that the entire Sage Squad had come together.
Suddenly, a deep, growling voice cut through the sound of raging fire.
[Nemean] "Old patch-eye dead yet?"
[Sun Wukong] "Not quite, Nemean. In fact, Leo-san wanted me to pass along his gratitude for the dwarven remedy. He said it did wonders, Faltonia. You have his thanks and mine."
The Sage Squad
Faltonia
“The Bard”
Jord
“The Mountain”
Joan of Arc
“Martyr of the Sea”
Nemean “The Braveheart”
Waka
“The Empath”
The Cipher Pol agent explained to his fellow comrades how his meeting with Leonard Burns went. It had been some time since the ex vice-admiral had entered retirement. The Great Pangean War had taken a toll on Justice. "Old patch-eye" now turned to other plans, ones that allied with the kind-hearted fool of a Humandrill. For one and a half decades, Sun Wukong's track record with the Pols was without blemish. The Sage and his squad worked towards peace between all races, striving to reach a world of peace and understanding, free of hate and racism. Wukong had infiltrated the World Government to utilize their vast resources to achieve their goal of equality. The time for the next step would be upon them.
The dwarf, Faltonia, interjected with the news from Egghead.
[Faltonia] "Egghead Island rose suspicion within the Aegis. What will the Celestial Dragons think?"
[Joan of Arc] "To think thy would risked everything, Sun! Aegis was within grasp! To gain access untold and work from within! That be the goal!"
Joan had stood up, enraged. Sun Wukong had drawn the interest of Cipher Pol 0, after the Humandrill deterred the Vampirate's invasion of Enies Lobby, capturing them a Lunarian. The next proving ground was defeating the World Pirates, which Sun soundly completed. The agent was expecting a call, but the incident at Egghead Island put everything in jeopardy. Before the arguments escalated, Sun Wukong took out two pieces of paper and slid them both onto the table near the fire. One was the Newspaper page wherein the World Government dismissed the Royal Shichibukai, marking them enemies of the world.
On the cover, a large burly man could be seen.
[Sun Wukong] "Edward Weevil, self-proclaimed son of the great Whitebeard. I take him down and Cipher Pol Aegis will have no choice but to bring me to their ranks."
The statement sparked gasps from the Sage Squad. Edward Weevil was known as a monster, having defeated the crew followers of Whitebeard. Dismissed by the World Government, he was considered an extremely high target due to his strength. What's more, the World Government was concerned about his proclamation that the blood of the World's Strongest Man coursed within him. A fact exacerbated by Edward Weevil's mother, an ex-member of the infamous Rocks Pirates. An evil even the Celestial Dragons can remember.
The group chatted into the night, before Sun Wukong ended the festivities.
[Sun Wukong] "There exists a way to make Weevil's defeat known without risking cover.... The Cross Guild. We leave for Karai Bari in the morning."
Karai Bari Island
Dawn came and the Sage Squad was on the move to Karai Bari Island. The Squad came in on a merchant ship to complete their disguise. The group made their way inland at different times, making it look as if they were not together. All except two. Sun Wukong and Wake walked into the festivities together, no doubt sticking to like a sore thumb; a Humandrill and a Reptilian. Yet, they walked proud, as if part of the pack. The others commingled with the crowd, gathering intel. Sun and Wake made themselves into the largest tent, where the voice of a fool infamous found them.
Buggy the Clown welcomed the group. A Hunt.
[Waka] "Look at this circus! We can use the Cross Guild as an excuse to go after Weevil. How will you throw the gauntlet?"
[Sun Wukong] "Watch me."
The Humandrill confidently walked forward towards the bounty board. The large monkey no doubt drew attention to himself, out of sorts. He was not a bountied individual. He was not a known Marine. He had no fame as a bounty hunter. Indeed, his very existence was a secret. The Humandrill seemed to be a fool when his hand gestured to one of the biggest targets. The hairy palm of the Humandrill took no quiver as he plucked the bounty posted off the board: a statement that was his target.
The first target had been picked: Edward Weevil.
Name: Sun Wukong "The Sage" Organization: Cipher Pol 9 / WG Bio Link:Link Target: Edward Weevil Can host?: Yes. Only one (preferably small / low-level) Character Background:Full Background
The Past
Born into the Humandrill clan of Kuragaina Island, Sun was the youngest of the dozen children. At age 5, humans grew closer to the forest as they expanded their kingdom. Wandering out of curiosity, Sun found a small boy his age. Every day for five years, the two played. Sun finally found his first friend, and home. It was a grand time of joy and excitement for the young Humandrill.
The Regret
That all changed when a civil war erupted in the human kingdom. Sun’s only friend, the boy, came to the Humandrill’s for help. Yet the Humandrill Elders turned him away; they knew who their people would become if they saw bloodshed. Sun followed orders, and regret followed. A few days later, news spread: the kingdom had fallen, and the boy had been murdered. Sun fell into a spiral of despair, full of regret. He hated the humans in the kingdom. More so, he hated himself for failing to save his friend.
Enter the Cipher Pol
After two years of training, the regret-filled Humandrill flew into a rage and single-handedly slaughtered the kingdom's army, the regime that killed his friend. Sun was only 12 years old. The World Government took notice and recruited the Humandrill to Cipher Pol. Sun Wukong spent around 15 years in the Pols, infiltrating kingdoms at the behest of the Pols, often for years at a time. His ability to mimic made him indispensable. Eventually, Sun was promoted to Cipher Pol 9.
Cipher Pol 9
Sun Wukong's track record was flawless. The government took notice. Enies Lobby had been attacked by the Vampirates. Sun Wukong single-handedly repelled the invasion, searing a Lunarian to the watchful Ciper Pol 0. The Aegis contemplated bringing Lucci, Kaku, and Sun into CP0. Yet for Sun, a Humandrill, they delayed the entry, having him destroy the World Pirates as proof of his worth. On the cusp of entering the elite agency, Sun was getting closer to his dream.
The Sage Squad
Sun Wukong's real dream is to bring the races together and defeat racism. In his world, should the races be commingled, his friend would not have to die. A fight over resources that could have been avoided with access to power. Power he would find in the World Government. The Sage Squad was created for this purpose, made up of like-minded individuals of all races, working together. The Sage Squad secretly allied themselves with the Neo Navy for this purpose, outside of the prying eyes of the World Government.
Sun Wukong's main goal is to achieve peace between all races. To do so, he has fixated on using the World Government and its vast resources from within. The next step towards his dream is becoming CP0. While his track record is worthy, his entry has been stalled due to his race. The Celestial Dragons would not easily accept a non-human to serve them such. Tapped in to the World Government, the agent has found a way to secure his spot in CP0: defeat Edward Weevil. As proof os his defeat, Sun would bring Whitebeard's infamous bento, Murakumogiri, back to Cipher Pol 0.
Karai Bari Island
Under the oppressive heat of the midday sun, the horizon wavered like a mirage, with the light dancing through the rising steam. In the distance, a lone figure emerged, revealing the distinctive features of a Humandrill—fur and long black hair. Despite the absence of visible blood, the man bore noticeable wounds, the most prominent being a scar running from his right shoulder down to his upper right chest. The man's right hand was held in a sling, undisposed, while his left hand remained obscured behind him, pulling a large cage on wheels.
As the Humandrill drew nearer, the sun's rays cast a revealing light over the cage, exposing its captive. A shocking sight unfolded—the imprisoned ex-Shichibukai Edward Weevil and his infamous mother, Miss Buckin, held fast inside the cage. Both were restrained by sea-stone chains, poison, and various other binds, a testament to the Humandrill's triumph over formidable adversaries.
[Onlooker] "T-T-There's no way! T-T-That's...!"- one of the onlookers said, face in shock
Edward Weevil
Level 90
Located:
TBA
Beri reward:
2,000,000,000
Extra reward:
One Divine Emporium Box
Must be captured with:
Miss Buckin
The Monkey Sage moved resolutely through the crowd of stunned onlookers, his determined gaze fixed on the stage. Unwavering, the Humandrill strode forward, not letting his eyes waver from his destination. Despite the noticeable wounds that adorned his body, the Monkey Sage exuded an aura of unwavering determination.
The shift in his demeanor was stark—the once-jovial expression had given way to a disturbed and almost angry countenance. The reasons for his anger remained a mystery, a silent storm brewing within the Humandrill. He had lost much. The onlookers, sensing the palpable tension in the air, wisely would refrain from asking questions. The Monkey Sage's presence alone was enough to deter any curious inquiries.
The Monkey Sage, undeterred by the chaos around him, pressed forward. His intent was clear: he would not depart without the bounty he sought, and he harbored a strong desire for a personal audience with one of the prominent leaders of Cross Guild—be it Mihawk, Buggy, or Crocodile. The Monkey Sage trusted no one else to handle the transaction.
Not long had passed since the pirate known as X had made his triumphant return to deliver the target of his hunt, and now a third hunter was bringing in their prey. Sun Wukong, agent of the same World Government that Buggy and the other Shichibukai had been held to until recently, appeared on the shores of Karai Bari Island. His face was not that of a victor, it was with a grim demeanor that he strode up towards the tents. His strength was apparent not only in how he pulled a massive cage behind him, but also in who was contained within.
The body of another former Shichibukai made its appearance, bound and beaten, yet still alive. Next to Edward Weevil lay his mother, in a similar condition. Neither one of them stirred, though it seemed the former warlord was at least able to open his eyes, but otherwise lacking the strength to do anything.
Welcome back, dear hunter! Buggy exclaimed as Wukong entered the tent. By now he had his people watching for ships and was alerted to any who would arrive. This is how he was already waiting for the agent once he arrived, standing at the far end of the large structure. Between them were several members of Cross Guild, though Crocodile and Mihawk were nowhere to be seen. I see you have brought what I asked for!
As Buggy proclaimed the words with a cheery tone, the people to the left of Wukong approached, unafraid of the agent’s demeanor. They wordlessly approached the cage and checked on both Miss Buckin and Edward Weevil. The leader of the group turned towards Buggy and nodded, signaling that they were both alive and not in critical condition anymore.
Excellent! Here’s your reward! Buggy gestured towards the people on Wukong's right, who parted as a smaller group approached with two chests. One simply contained riches, the other something more mythical. I don’t see his legendary Bisento, do you intend to keep it?
You can make a small post to answer and depart if you want, but not necessary, and i dont think it needs to be included in the exp calc
An unexpected amount of time had passed between the previous hunter and the current one. So long in fact that no one expected anyone to show up anymore. But when the flap of the tent opened up, heads jolted to the entrance. An audible gasp echoed through it. For the duo had returned. Kallavan had equipped his disguise once more. In his hand he held an outcold Katakuri by the collar, Cammy held the other two Big Mom siblings. A singular toss was all they did to move them onto the ground before them.
"Unbelievable! Look! The guy hardly has a scratch on him? Who on earth is he? No way this guy is a nobody!"
Kallavan didn't pay the comments any mind. Cammy did return a glare or two though, forcing them to shield themselves or avert their eyes. With his hands in his pockets, the high-ranked marine looked up.
"You know the drill." He said, announcing that he was waiting for the big man to show up and show him the goods.
Those who'd pay attention to the bounty board would notice that another poster was missing. Shredded and ripped up, preventing anyone from bothering him on his next mission. Whether Buggy or someone else would notice it remained to be seen. But that poster was Marco's from the Whitebeard pirate crew. But this hunt would be different, the tearing was meant as a statement.
Do not follow me or snatch this prize away from me.
Broc Coli Island@Larsi
Hagiri's heart raced as he stood before the intimidating assembly, his disguise concealing his true identity. He knew that any misstep could mean his demise, but he remained composed, channelling the calm precision of the Forest Archer persona he had adopted.
The pirates and ex-prisoners of Impel Down eyed him warily, their expressions a mix of curiosity and suspicion. They were a hardened lot, battle-scarred and weathered by years of life on the high seas. Among them were the founders of the Cross Guild, figures of legend in the world of piracy.
"Here, the bodies of Prince Darius and his Top Enforcer Sion."
As Hagiri presented the bodies of Prince Darius and his Top Enforcer Sion, he felt a weight lift off his shoulders. These were the tokens of his loyalty, the proof that he had completed his mission. Yet, beneath the facade of the Forest Archer, his mind raced with calculations and contingencies.
The air in the lobby was thick with tension as Hagiri awaited the response of the guild leaders. Would they accept his offering, or would they see through his disguise and uncover his true allegiance? Only time would tell, but for now, he remained stoic and unreadable, a silent observer amid chaos.
Upon their arrival at the mystical island of Cross Guild, Aerom and the crew stepped onto its ancient shores, their journey finally culminating in the arrival of the four Trump siblings. The siblings, notorious individuals with dark pasts, were clad in secure handcuffs that spoke of their previous misdeeds. Not wasting a moment, Aerom turned towards the attentive receptionist, his eyes locking onto the group behind him. With a gesture that held the weight of justice,
he declared, "Behold, the infamous Trump siblings sought far and wide. I now bring them to claim the bounties that have been long awaited."
This pivotal exchange marked the very moment when Aerom ceremoniously delivered the captured siblings into the hands of the waiting authorities, a triumphant display of valor and the fulfillment of a quest long pursued.
The Cotton Blossom perched at the docks, Gerald was the lone wolf who had dismounted the ship. He ventured whilst within his Mecha and entered the main base of the Cross guild, though something was clearly off about it's appearance. It's cape had been detached, Gerald had a present for the Cross Guild; it was one of their wanted. Wrapped neatly in round bag made from Gerald's cape was a Damaged and dirtied Commander Kondo bound by both hands and feet; His subordinates: Saito and Hijikata suffered the same fate. "I've come bearing gifts, I am hear to collect my reward." He sternly exclaimed, a metallic and loud tone would echo amongst the people.
He dropped the bag with the agents on the ground and menacingly stood awaiting an answer. His 12'1" tall creation though visibly battered added a bit of flair to his demeanor even though he was a gilded knight.
"If it interests you who I brought, I kidnapped Commander Kondo and two of his subordinates straight off the battle field. Their names I don't know; since I never bothered to ask."
Gerald was a bit upset, since his mission had turned out to be much less profitable than he'd hoped. The loss of his creations and overestimation of his abilities, he did not bask in this victory... Not one bit. Start - End
An unexpected amount of time had passed between the previous hunter and the current one. So long in fact that no one expected anyone to show up anymore. But when the flap of the tent opened up, heads jolted to the entrance. An audible gasp echoed through it. For the duo had returned. Kallavan had equipped his disguise once more. In his hand he held an outcold Katakuri by the collar, Cammy held the other two Big Mom siblings. A singular toss was all they did to move them onto the ground before them.
"Unbelievable! Look! The guy hardly has a scratch on him? Who on earth is he? No way this guy is a nobody!"
Kallavan didn't pay the comments any mind. Cammy did return a glare or two though, forcing them to shield themselves or avert their eyes. With his hands in his pockets, the high-ranked marine looked up.
"You know the drill." He said, announcing that he was waiting for the big man to show up and show him the goods.
Those who'd pay attention to the bounty board would notice that another poster was missing. Shredded and ripped up, preventing anyone from bothering him on his next mission. Whether Buggy or someone else would notice it remained to be seen. But that poster was Marco's from the Whitebeard pirate crew. But this hunt would be different, the tearing was meant as a statement.
Do not follow me or snatch this prize away from me.
It had been several days since the last hunter appeared with its prey in tow, but Buggy was pleased to see one of the greatest hunters had finally returned. Kallavan and his subordinate strode into the tent, carrying with them Katakuri and both his siblings.
Welcome back, my dear friends. Buggy said, a smile on his face and arms spread wide in a welcoming gesture. While several of his crew members were amazed at the feat of the marine, others moved forward to claim the prisoners. Yet more followers of the clown brought forth treasures, presenting them to Cammy and Kallavan.
As this was happening, Buggy noticed that Kallavan made another move, tearing a poster from the wall, then shredding it to pieces.
Hehe. Buggy laughed nervously, sweating at the threat of the other man. Still, he put on a show. I wouldn't dream of getting in your way, we have a good thing going, don't we? Why don't you swing by with some names, I pay well as you can see.
Alas, Kallavan didn't seem up to bargain more, as he departed with the booty, yet the offer would remain open to him.
Reward:
Beri reward:
2,000,000,000
Extra reward:
+1,500,000,000 beri if both Brulee and Perospero are captured
+20 Observation Haki
Upon their arrival at the mystical island of Cross Guild, Aerom and the crew stepped onto its ancient shores, their journey finally culminating in the arrival of the four Trump siblings. The siblings, notorious individuals with dark pasts, were clad in secure handcuffs that spoke of their previous misdeeds. Not wasting a moment, Aerom turned towards the attentive receptionist, his eyes locking onto the group behind him. With a gesture that held the weight of justice,
he declared, "Behold, the infamous Trump siblings sought far and wide. I now bring them to claim the bounties that have been long awaited."
This pivotal exchange marked the very moment when Aerom ceremoniously delivered the captured siblings into the hands of the waiting authorities, a triumphant display of valor and the fulfillment of a quest long pursued.
Only a few hours had passed since Kallavan had arrived, and it was a great relief to Buggy when he saw who now came knocking. Although Aerom was impressive in his own right, he did not terrify the clown as much as Kallavan did. So it was a relaxed Buggy, joyous and happy that welcomed the bounty hunter to his tent.
Ah, my good man. I see your hunt went well! Buggy proclaimed as the prisoners were led away. I am glad to see you were successful. Here is your reward.
Buggy gestured towards a group of pirates that brought forth a chest that contained nearly a quarter billion beri. This was likely one of the biggest paychecks, if not the biggest, that the man had earned so far in his career.
Just remember, we pay very well for these... Buggy said, a smile on his face as Aerom departed.
The Cotton Blossom perched at the docks, Gerald was the lone wolf who had dismounted the ship. He ventured whilst within his Mecha and entered the main base of the Cross guild, though something was clearly off about it's appearance. It's cape had been detached, Gerald had a present for the Cross Guild; it was one of their wanted. Wrapped neatly in round bag made from Gerald's cape was a Damaged and dirtied Commander Kondo bound by both hands and feet; His subordinates: Saito and Hijikata suffered the same fate. "I've come bearing gifts, I am hear to collect my reward." He sternly exclaimed, a metallic and loud tone would echo amongst the people.
He dropped the bag with the agents on the ground and menacingly stood awaiting an answer. His 12'1" tall creation though visibly battered added a bit of flair to his demeanor even though he was a gilded knight.
"If it interests you who I brought, I kidnapped Commander Kondo and two of his subordinates straight off the battle field. Their names I don't know; since I never bothered to ask."
Gerald was a bit upset, since his mission had turned out to be much less profitable than he'd hoped. The loss of his creations and overestimation of his abilities, he did not bask in this victory... Not one bit. Start - End
It was only one day later, after Aerom had appeared, that Gerald arrived at Karai Bari. Despite his victory the man seemed disgruntled. As he presented the prisoners, all three of them, the pirate demanded his reward.
Of course! Buggy exclaimed, his smile as wide as his face. Partially he wanted the man to remember the generosity of the clown, partially he just didn't want an incident. As the three prisoners were led away, Buggy lowered himself down and placed a hand on the shoulder of his fellow pirate. Hey, chin up pal, this should be able to cover your losses and then some.
From the back of the tent a group of ten pirates carried a massive chest between them, straining to lift the container across the floor. As Gerald went to retrieve his reward, Buggy patted the man on his back.
Remember where you got this, there is more where it came from...
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