Military Wrist·Deep Gate!
A masterful technique derived from Marine former Admiral "Black Arm" Zephyr's technique, an advanced extension of "Rokushiki Esoterics · Rokuōgan". This technique merged his entire body's strength and Haki into a single strike. The fist swung forth as if the underworld of the realm of the dead had opened its gates for you!
Later, Zephyr imparted the refined approach to the current Three Admirals, allowing Aokiji and Akainu to develop 'Raving Pheasant Beak' and 'Meigo – Nether Hound'. These techniques might not possess the greatest power but their strength is undeniably concentrated.
Rowen, with the help of Training Military Wrist, could unleash the Over-The-Horizon Heavenly Punishment Divine Thunder at will.
This technique boasted even more destructive power and resilience than Rokushiki Esoterics · Rokuōgan. Even in Rowen's current state, he had only managed to combine it with Busoshoku Haki (Armament Haki).
Lirisk believed his powerful Biggest Wheel Rokuōgan could be countered by Rowen's even more dominant Doriki, smashing it to pieces!
Swish!
Swish!
Like two meteors, the two fists tore through the void, colliding at a speed surpassing ordinary imagination. Then, everything fell silent. However, there seemed to be a terrifying force brewing, freezing the air in place!
Crack… crack…
Suddenly, a crisp sound emerged.
The space where the fists collided cracked open, resembling a shattered mirror covered in intricate fractures.
Bang!!!
Bang!!!
A thunderous noise that alarmed the heavens and earth reverberated through the air! The nameless barren island where the two fought was suddenly torn apart by a seemingly bottomless chasm!
This abyss appeared from the center and rapidly extended to the left and right of the island. With a resounding "bang", tons of boulders collapsed, and the ground wailed in agony!
The might of a single punch had caused Zero's carefully selected, sturdy, and beautiful cobblestone island to split into two! The submarine's engines roared to life, backing away from the surging waves to a safe distance.
As the screen turned pitch-black, Zero rushed out of the cabin and found himself outside. A breath of cool air brushed past him.
"This is!!!"
Bang!
Bang!
Bang!
The battle didn't momentarily conclude with the collision of that punch. Instead, it ignited the flames of war, like a signal. The two figures, moving at their peak speed, continuously attacked each other amidst crumbling boulders.
Sound Explosions erupted in waves, filling the air. As Thunder-Lightning Human, Rowen held the advantage in speed, fully unleashing it now. Lirisk, who had awakened his Devil Fruit's power a decade ago, possessed an astonishing beast-like intuition.
Regardless of Rowen's chosen angle of attack, Lirisk remained silent, calmly blocking every blow.
Their flesh-meeting-flesh style of combat, accompanied by splattering blood, in the midst of such a doomsday-like scene, was incredibly stunning!
"These two lunatics!!!"
Zero murmured without caring for the Celestial Dragons' noble status.
At this moment, he suddenly had a premonition. While he currently had confidence in dealing with both of their attacks, the terrifying power brought about by the Obliterate-Obliterate Fruit surely exceeded mortal imagination.
But in the future… he might have to bow his head to their strength as well! It would no longer be about submitting based on status, but strength!
Dong!
At this point, their two whip-like legs clashed, the immense force separating them instantly. Their feet dug into the solid ground, plowing two exaggerated trenches filled with debris.
Lirisk's once-smooth scale armor became pockmarked, with fractured scales oozing blood. He looked rather disheveled. On the other hand, Rowen's condition was much better.
With his self-healing ability active, he only had to consider stamina depletion, not the extent of his injuries. Both of them breathed heavily, their breathing gradually stabilizing. Rowen recovered slightly faster.
Chi la…
The sound of fabric tearing echoed as Rowen tore off his tattered suit jacket, revealing a body that resembled solid steel plates— strong, robust, yet maintaining curves and flexibility.
This physique was Rowen's most confident and relied-upon asset. Before he acquired the Goro Goro no Mi (Thunder Thunder Fruit), his body had seen him through every crisis and death-defying situation!
Ge Zhi… Ge Zhi…
Taking a deep breath, he slowly exhaled.
Like ripples on water, the blocks of muscles trembled intensely, causing the bones inside to rhythmically creak with a sound akin to a tiger's roar.
Lirisk's expression grew serious; he could tell that Rowen was warming up.
However, he had a lingering question that he couldn't help but voice.
"Rowen-San, your thunder abilities hold much potential."
"Why…?"
"Are you trying to say that I don't resemble a Logia Ability user?" Rowen interjected with a faint smile before Lirisk could finish speaking.
"My knowledge is limited, and I haven't figured out any advanced applications of the Goro Goro no Mi (Thunder Thunder Fruit). I'm not well-versed in things like Electromagnetic Force either. I can only make it more volatile, increase the voltage, and enhance its power…"
"Coincidentally, enhancing my physical prowess achieves all of those things. That's why I prefer to train my body, ensuring that the Goro Goro no Mi (Thunder Thunder Fruit) remains below my physical strength. It's not only more conducive to controlled utilization but also prevents it from becoming worthless once it's countered as a fruit ability!"
"However… I'm not just any martial arts expert. So, be careful!"
Zi Zi!
A small lightning snake emerged from Rowen's hand, quickly spreading along his arm before disappearing into his skin.
Lirisk remained silent for a moment, brushed the dust off his scale armor, and declared resolutely, "Thanks for the reminder!"
"Is the warm-up over? Can we begin?"
"I've been waiting for you all along, Saint Lirisk…"
"Hehe…"
Lirisk chuckled coldly. Suddenly, he crossed his fists in front of him, veins popping on his forehead and neck. He roared in anger.
"Fruit Awakening!!!"
After Half Beastify, Lirisk only appeared to have increased in size by a third, with his skin covered in scales. The only difference between him and a normal Zoan fruit Ability user's Half Beastify form was the terrifying tail power he could unleash in this state.
Whether this was due to the unique nature of the Lizard-Lizard Fruit or not remained a mystery.
But as he powered up at this moment, his enlarged appearance abruptly reverted to the size of a regular human. Simultaneously, his muscles compressed, making him look somewhat lean instead of muscular.
The most significant change was in his head: his skull rapidly changed shape, tilting backward like an alien or a sly rogue, and his forehead was unusually bright!
Hiss…
A forked tongue emerged, collecting information, his snake-like pupils cold and ruthless.
"Apologies for keeping you waiting!"
"Lizards are cold-blooded creatures; when our body temperature is low, we lack strength for anything…"
It was the truth, but Rowen didn't mind.
"I can tell… you've lost your hair and are growing stronger!"
Rowen's teasing tone, laden with implications, caused Lirisk's expression to tighten. The next moment, he disappeared from his original spot with a whoosh.
Rowen's pupils contracted suddenly because he hadn't been able to follow Lirisk's movement trajectory!
Blink?
No, it wasn't!
It was just that the speed was too fast!
Without much time to think, electric currents surged over Rowen's body as he turned and delivered a punch.
Bang!
Their fists and feet collided with a depressed sound. Smelling the faint Killing Intent and the scent of death that filled the air, Rowen smirked.
"So, is this your entire skill? Comparable to my Blink's movement speed?"
"Yes, but it's not the fastest yet!"
Soru!
A black silhouette suddenly enlarged before Rowen's eyes. Astonishingly, his Kenbunshoku Haki (Observation Haki) was failing! This was because at the moment Lirisk moved, all sound vanished.
If not for his passive Kenbunshoku Haki (Observation Haki) warning him, Rowen might have thought the attack before him was an irrelevant television image.
It would be unwise to recklessly handle an opponent with physical prowess equal to or even surpassing his own in close-quarters combat. Rowen swiftly abandoned counterattacks and, in a flash of lightning, soared into the sky.
Blink!
"I anticipated this!"
At this moment, Lirisk's persistent figure suddenly materialized behind Rowen. He grinned maliciously, extending his claws ruthlessly toward Rowen's heart.
"Untraceable Geppo, huh?"
Sizzle!
(End of Chapter)
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