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[Sea]

End of a War
Consequences.​

The wild card, sent to disrupt both the World Government and the Vampirates and to ensure that enough blood has been shed by both sides for the Spada Pirates to come out on top. However, such plan would not come to fruition, for not only are his crew held up – the Shadow himself failed to eliminate the leader of the Silver Vampirates or their powerful members. Posed as one of the Guardians of Alabasta and sneaked into the heart of their base to rescue the King of Alabasta, only to be ultimately surrounded by the Vampirates, the Shadow barely made it out alive with Cobra in-tow, allowing the King of Alabasta to return to his country in safety with the help of the critters of Alabasta. Whether Akira managed to change enough of the fate of those to be executed through his actions remains to be seen. Could the boy have cause more impact if he wasn’t acting as the Beetle and having promised to save Cobra from the Silver Vampirates? Perhaps so, but with King Cobra returned to Alabasta, perhaps it is enough to negatively impact the Vampirates.

With Cobra saved, the Mask of the Beetle and the outfit is given to Akira, and whilst the critters of Alabasta, the Dugongs and Hasami would not be able to follow Akira as he returns back to the Spada Pirates, yet there is strange feeling that they may find some ways to secretly follow their leader beyond the shores of Alabasta.

As Akira returns to the main ship of the Spada Pirates, only shock, surprises and revenge awaits him there.

“Yah’ failed to eliminate any of the Vampirates. Shadow. Not only that yah’ failed to prevent them from executing tha marines.”

“….”

Silent. The Shadow effectively didn’t accomplish much, any of the powerful members from the Vampirates that was lost in the war isn’t likely due to Akira, and the boy failed to prevent Tsuru’s execution, or death.

La Spada spoke with cold anger. Her body wretched with injuries due to the confrontation with the Straw Hats meant cause the entire plan to fail. The Spada Pirates did not gain anything substantial from the war.

“Yah’ failed me again. And now, yah’ will face tha consequences!”

In a flash, La Spada suddenly grab hold of Akira by his throat with her cold bony hand – a deathly aura permeates from the Yonko in which the badly injured Shadow could not resist. With her other hand – her hook, La Spada pierces the tip of the hook onto the centre of Akira’s chest, though only slightly enough to make sure part of hook pierces into the boy’s flesh. A green light permeates from Akira’s chest as it overtakes the boy in entirety.

Suddenly, Akira realizes he could not transform into his Zoan form. In that moment – before Akira could defend himself against the Grim Reaper herself, La Spada rips out her hook from Akira, causing a small chunk of flesh to be ripped out from the chest as blood spews from the boy’s body. Along with blood, a powerful green aura is stripped out from Akira – but that is not just any aura. It is but the spirit of the Devil pulled out through the use of La Spada’s powerful fruit. In that moment – Akira lost his Devil Fruit as the soul of the Devil dissipates like a puff of smoke, and not only that - it left such a scarring to the soul that Akira could not take another Devil's soul without killing himself.

Greatly weakened from the battle, and now with his powers stripped from him – Akira could barely cling onto his consciousness as he drops to his knees. All he could hear is that laughter Prometheus’ is making beside him, whom now made his way to gloat at his target. The scene is nothing but pure bliss for the Plague as he watched on.

“HAHAHAHAHA! Serves you right Shadow! This will tea-”

SHNNG

Prometheus falls onto the floor aboard the ship as a major slash coming from Akira’s sword cuts into the flesh of the Plague. The revenge is two-fold. Punishment for Akira and Prometheus from both ends. Even though Akira could barely hold onto himself – the complete lack of guard from Prometheus allowed Akira to land a grievous wound upon him.

“Arrghhh! Damn you Shadow! How dare you! I will ki-!”

But before any more words could be heard, Akira completely blacks out as Prometheus' rage becomes inaudible fading noises, causing the boy to fall unconscious aboard the ship. Prometheus would desire to take this chance to kill off Akira – but La Spada herself would not allow it, there is already a back-up plan in the works. Akira will not so easily be let off.

He will still have use. Even without the power of the Zoan. Someone like Akira is destined to be a threat to the Spada Pirates forever more, but until that day comes – La Spada will continue to make use of the boy.

 

[Infinity]

The Disappearance of the Son of Science
@Dream @Ichimonji @Gambit

The war had come to an end and with it's conclusion came mixed emotions. The deaths of Lady Manaka and Cletus shook the Silver Vampirates to their core. But none was more shaken than the Son of Science himself.

The Lunarian had barely survived the ordeal and was seen sailing alone through the waters of Paradise. His blood seeped through sloppily wrapped bandages, while his arm ached as every shift from the waves rocked his vessel back and forth. Cletus had no idea where he was headed, but he did know one thing. That he could never return to his crew. Lady Manaka had been slain in battle, and he completely blamed himself. To him, he was the catalyst. And this was his punishment.

After all, how could he think otherwise? All his life, everyone he cared about have either suffered or been killed. He had been seeking strength for the sake of vengeace all this time, yet still more people died. The Sovereign War was supposed to be it, the culmination of all his experiences, the fruits of his labors. Yet still he was defeated at the very beginning of it and was robbed of a honorable death. Why wasn't it him? Why did it always have to be someone else? It should have been him who lost his life and Manaka survived, yet fate was a cruel mistress. He had no business trying to avenge anyone.

The Lunarian had no more tears left to cry, just a heavy heart and a broken body. Cletus stood up to his full height, his injured arm hung limply at his side as he stared into the horizon silently. He had tried to seek out strength from a deity and that turned out to be his own mental health collapsing as a result of his past. He had learned boxing and yet still he was defeated by that Vice Admiral. He knew had to do better. He knew had to become something to be feared, not just for the sake of Vengeance, but for the people he loved. He knew he had to become....a monster.

The air around him began to get colder and each breath he drew resulting in a white mist as something came into view in the distance. A massive winter island, unyeilding and ever standing. To him it looked ancient and untouched by civilization. This is the place fate had chosen for him and really he had no choice but to stop here. His supplies had been at an all time low. In his grasp, he now held the flag of the Silver Vampirates. It danced in the wind to it's own solem rhythm. The island came closer on closer and the Lunarian stepped towards the bow of his vessel.

"Gambit. KG. Koza. Our time together was well spent" he said, with an arm outstretched over the cold waters. "Maybe we will meet again on these seas. But until then, it's goodbye."

With that he dropped the flag into the waters and watched it float away. Cletus the Vampirate was now dead and something new was about to born from the ashes.​

 

[Emperor Cross]

A New Dawn​

The Sovereign War left a sour taste in Shaarib's mouth. The mission was a failure, and the war was not won. The Coalition did not put the World Government on its knees, but it was able to make them falter. With the thousands of deaths the war brought, the Marines were not able to save all the hostages. Sadly, they lost one of their great figures, one of the roots that kept the tree in place: Vice-Admiral Tsuru died.


The old cow's death was the defining moment of an institution's future. The soldiers lost their resolve and someone assumed charge. Admiral Akainu seized the opportunity while Sengoku and Garp mourned their dear sister. He led them through the battlefield as he annihilated every foe before him.

Coby, the one they fought for, lost all his will, everyone saw him running away from the fight crying like a baby. Unworthy of all the praises they sung about him... A coward that deserved to die... The War ended on a sad note; the World government lost its face while the Revolutionaries and Gambit rejoiced. But where was our hero during all that ruckus ?

Shaarib was there, patiently waiting for the opportunity to save Coby. But alone, he couldn't have won against Larsi, Leo, and Gambit. A fight broke out, but the Skypiean fled away from the scene, Vice-Admiral Gion on this side. It took the strength of Garp the Fist to free Coby, at that time Shaarib was engaging in different skirmishes. He had wanted to take Larsi's head but after Belo Betty's death, the Revolution had other plans for him.

Humiliated and wounded, Shaarib exited the war. On the way to Marineford, he could see on the faces of most of them that justice had a new definition for them. He could see the new wave, Absolute Justice was going to be the answer from now on. He could see all his advantages flying away. Akainu hated him and now our Vice-Admiral would have to prove his worth to the man... He could see his new target already, a certain Emperor...

 

[Emperor Cross]

B-B-Big News !

Breaking News Lovelies !​

Huge Clash on Yukiryu Island ! As you know, my lovelies, Yukiryu Island, is one of the main bases of the feared and respected Emperor of the Seas, « Red-Hair » Shanks. According to our many fans, Vice-Admiral Hassan, our dear Prodigal Son, met with him and decided to challenge him. Although specifics are still unclear, one thing is certain: our Vice-Admiral lost, badly. What did encourage this decision ? Why did he choose to fight someone as magnificent as Red Hair Shanks ? Who was he to pick a fight against one of the Emperors of the sea ? Especially so close after losing a War against the New Emperor Gambit. Was it Self-Conceit ? Pride ? According to rumors, he barely survived, the prodigal son went back home, tail between his legs.

Let's remember his history, shall we? The destruction of Marineford ? The fact that he was the lead accused in a case of corruption ? His recurrent failures in missions with significant stakes ? The world's youngest vice admiral is currently generating headlines once more for all the wrong reasons.

Shanks, however, seemed to not even regal this triumph. According to reports, the Red-Haired pirate after punishing the kid; said, "Come back when you're more prepared for the big leagues, kid," implying that he didn't even think Hassan was worth killing.
Do you notice this, Chief Admiral Sengoku? How many more mistakes must be made before justice is served to us taxpayers? Or do you need something else to handle it like in the war ?

 

[Emperor Cross]

Changes

A New Age had come. It was time for the old generation to pass the baton. War had left a taste of defeat in the Marine mouth, and every one of them had responded differently. Fleet-Admiral Sengoku, leader of the force, came to hand his resignation to his superior, Kong. The last couple of days had been erratic. Despite mourning his dear friend Tsuru, choices had to be made, and after proposing his successor, Sengoku made a last proposal.​

- " Hmmm, he won't accept it. Firing the kid would be a grace, he needs to be arrested. That boy caused us a lot of shame. He was pardoned for his eccentricities because he always brought results, but THAT ?! He went to fight an Emperor and not only lost the fight but his SIGHT TOO ! What worth as a blind soldier, you old fool ?! The boy has no thoughts going in that big head of his ! " screamed Kong after hitting the marble desk with his fist, paused and continued more calmly "The Elders would never accept this, the boy himself would not accept this decision. I heard how he is ! How he speaks in the journal ! He has no respect ! The army has no utility for someone like this here!

- " I believe you are wrong, it's time to bet on the new generation. He will listen to me. We need that acrimony...Either way what are we going to do ? Expel him ? Let him join or form a pirate crew ? Let him come back. After this defeat, we will help him get back on his feet, and we will show him how big a family we are. And then, in a year or two, you will have the most loyal soldier... Just wait and see old friend, wait and see..."

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Big News !

Commander Brannew immediately organized a conference with a bunch of journalists.

-" The government heard your pleas and your worries... Changes are coming ! , From this day on, after numerous misconducts Vice-Admiral Shaarib Hassan "Hero of the Festival" is demoted to the rank of Ensign. I repeat, From this day on, Vice-Admiral Shaarib Hassan "Hero of the Festival" is demoted to the rank of Ensign. Thank You and Have a Nice Day. " finished the man by leaving the room
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