"Shogun-sama!!!" Many of the samurais launched themselves forward to intercept the fatal blow, but they were too far away. Oden had rushed ahead earlier to ensure the clash did not affect Wano. Just as the sharp talons of the God's Knight were about to rip apart Oden's head, an indescribable screech of a phoenix reverberated through the battlefield.
Another Mythical Zoan user, Marco, the first division commander of Whitebeard pirates, in his phoenix form, swooped in, grabbing Oden and twisting mid-air to dodge the fatal strike. Although Marco was fast, the rescue left a deep gash on his back. However, his mythical phoenix fruit granted him exceptional vitality, and his phoenix healing powers quickly mended the wound.
"You puny insect, you dare defy me?" The God's Knight roared in anger as Oden was saved right under his talons. Morphing into his complete Garuda form, he decided to end Marco, who had denied him his kill. Massive talons descended with deadly intent.
Just as the talons were about to strike, a deafening cry swept through the battlefield, sending chills down everyone's spine. Even Sengoku, who was familiar with the voice, seemed frozen by the overwhelming rage it carried.
"You dare hurt my brother and my son in front of me!!!" Edward Newgate, standing on the deck of his ship, the Moby Dick, bellowed. The sea shook with his anger. Whitebeard planted both his arms in the air and pulled down with immense force.
The entire sea seemed to freeze for a moment. Suddenly, the God's Knight in his Garuda form felt an overwhelming threat as the space around him crumbled like shattered glass. The tremor fruit, in the hands of Whitebeard, showed its true might.
The sea itself responded to Whitebeard's rage. Massive waves rose, circling the Moby Dick and creating a barrier of water that shimmered with the latent energy of the tremor fruit. The air crackled with power as the very fabric of reality seemed to bend under the pressure of Whitebeard's might. The sky darkened, clouds swirling ominously as if the heavens themselves feared the wrath of the strongest man in the world.
Whitebeard's voice thundered across the battlefield, "You will pay for your arrogance!" His eyes blazed with fury, his Haki-infused glare piercing through the Garuda's form. He swung his bisento with a power that made the air itself tremble. The shockwave that followed split the sea, sending a titanic wave crashing towards the God's Knight.
The Garuda screeched, flapping its massive wings in an attempt to deflect the oncoming assault. But Whitebeard's power was unstoppable. The shockwave tore through the air, smashing into the Garuda with a force that sent it spiraling backward, its form crumbling under the impact. Feathers scattered like fallen leaves in a storm, and the God's Knight let out a pained cry as he was thrown across the battlefield.
Marco, now back in his human form but still wreathed in the blue flames of the phoenix, landed on the deck of Moby Dick. "Are you alright, Oden san?" he asked, his voice laced with concern despite the battle raging around them.
Oden, bloodied but undeterred, nodded. "Thanks to you, Marco," he replied, his grip on his swords tightening. "But this fight is far from over; you are no match for him."
Whitebeard advanced, each step causing the entire ship to quake. "Stay back !, both of you," he commanded, his voice a deep rumble. "This one is mine."
The samurais and Marines alike watched in awe as Whitebeard confronted the mythical Garuda. The mythical beast, though powerful, seemed to pale in comparison to the raw might emanating from the legendary pirate. The Garuda screeched in defiance, its form steadying after being thrown away by the previous attack.
"You should have stayed in the shadows where you belong," Whitebeard growled, his bisento crackling with energy. "Now, face the wrath of Edward Newgate!"
A few miles away, within a hidden cove, the Big Mom Pirates finally mobilized under their commander's orders.
"Mamamama! So, Whitebeard made it here," Big Mom cackled like a madwoman, though her eyes betrayed a calculating glint. She was weighing the situation carefully, assessing the battlefield with a strategic mind hidden behind her manic demeanor.
"Mama, are we going to attack the Whitebeard Pirates?" Perospero asked enthusiastically. The ambition in his voice was palpable. As of now, only Whitebeard was considered an Emperor of the Sea, and for the Big Mom Pirates to gain this title, they needed to achieve something that would make their names echo across the world.
However, unlike Perospero, Katakuri understood Mama's true intent. With Whitebeard personally here, she would no longer challenge Oden or Wano. Her target had shifted. Dealing a devastating blow to the Marines' armada would elevate their crew's status significantly. Crashing directly with Whitebeard when he was truly angry would be unwise.
"No! Our targets have changed. Aim for the Marines. Bring them down, sink every ship," Charlotte Linlin ordered, just as Katakuri had anticipated. The entire Big Mom fleet sprang into action, their vessels emerging from the hidden cove like predators from the shadows.
Katakuri stood by his mother, his intense gaze sweeping over their forces. "Mama is right," he said, his voice steady and commanding. "Whitebeard is a formidable opponent, and facing him now would be reckless. The Marines, however, are vulnerable. We strike them with all we have."
The Big Mom Pirates moved with precision and purpose. Ships armed with powerful cannons and manned by seasoned fighters surged forward, ready to unleash chaos upon the unsuspecting Marine fleet. The sea churned beneath their hulls, and the air was thick with the anticipation of battle.
"Prepare the candy slugs!" Perospero shouted, his long tongue flicking out excitedly. "Let's make sure those Marine ships are stuck in place!"
Smoothie, with her towering presence, commanded her own contingent. "Get the Juice Cannon ready," she ordered, her voice calm but firm. "We'll drown them before they even know what hit them."
As the Big Mom Pirates advanced, the tension in the air was palpable. The Marines, focused on their battle with the samurais and Whitebeard Pirates, were unaware of the new threat approaching from the rear. The element of surprise was on Big Mom's side.
"Mamamama! We'll show them the true power of the Big Mom Pirates!" Linlin's laughter echoed across the sea, a chilling promise of the devastation to come. "Sink every ship. Leave none standing."
Perospero grinned wickedly, his hands weaving intricate shapes as he summoned candy constructs to aid in the assault. "Time to show the world why we're feared, siblings!"
On the other side of the battlefield, the clash between Whitebeard and the God's Knight intensified, drawing the attention of all who witnessed it. Even the CP0 agents, known for their cunning and skill, had joined forces with the God's Knight, bolstering his ranks against the onslaught of the strongest man in the world.
Just as Sengoku and the three Admiral candidates—Ochoku, Hector—were preparing to intervene, the emergency bell tolled with urgency, signaling a new threat.
"It's the Big Mom Pirates!" One Marine bellowed from the top of the mast, his voice carrying the weight of imminent danger. The Marines found themselves suddenly flanked, trapped between the relentless assault of the Wano Samurai, the whitebeard pirates, and the now-encroaching Big Mom Pirates. Cannon fire erupted from all sides, effectively boxing them in and tightening the noose around their fleet.
Sengoku, after a few brief seconds of contemplation that spoke volumes of his tactical acumen, made a decisive move. With the intervention of both the Whitebeard Pirates and the Big Mom Pirates, the Marines' chances of capturing Wano were dwindling rapidly. His priority now was to ensure the safety of his forces and pave the way for retreat if necessary.
"Clear a path for retreat! We can not afford to get boxed in," Sengoku commanded, his voice steady amidst the chaos unfolding around them. He was joined by Ochoku and Hector, both seasoned leaders in their own right, ready to face whatever the Big Mom Pirates had in store. Akainu and Borsalino, known for their formidable powers, also prepared themselves for the incoming onslaught.
Aokiji, the third admiral candidate present, remained steadfast on the frontlines, facing Wano. His mastery over ice allowed him to keep the Wano Samurai at bay, preventing them from sinking Marine ships with their relentless attacks. His presence was crucial in maintaining a defensive line, buying precious time for the Marines to reorganize and respond to the new threat.
As the Big Mom Pirates closed in, the atmosphere crackled with tension and anticipation. The sea churned with the relentless bombardment of cannon fire, creating waves that rocked the ships violently. The Marines braced themselves, knowing that they were facing one of the fiercest and most notorious crews on the Grand Line.
"Big Mom's forces are relentless," Hector remarked grimly, his gaze fixed on the approaching enemy fleet. "We'll need to hold our ground and strike back with everything we've got."
However, Ochoku, once a member of the infamous Rocks Pirates, turned back to witness the monumental clash unfolding behind them. The scene was eerily reminiscent of the battle at God's Valley, a conflict that had etched itself into his memory forever. As he observed the chaos, he couldn't help but draw comparisons to that fateful day.
In the midst of the fray, Ochoku recalled the sheer strength of those who had fought at God's Valley. Charlotte Linlin, known as Big Mom, was undoubtedly powerful. Her strength was beyond question, but her impact on the battle at God's Valley had been limited. What truly determined the outcome back then was Edward Newgate—aka Whitebeard. Ochoku knew that if Whitebeard hadn't betrayed Xebec, the final result of God's Valley would have been drastically different.
Edward Newgate was a slumbering titan. As long as you stayed clear of him, you were safe. But once you threatened his people, he transformed into an entirely different beast. Even Linlin's legendary wrath could not compare to the fury of Edward Newgate under such circumstances. This was one of those situations.
Ochoku's thoughts raced as he watched Whitebeard in his element. The sight of the former crewmate protecting his own with unyielding ferocity was both awe-inspiring and terrifying. They had just planned to kill Oden, whom Whitebeard considered his brother. The consequences of such an action were now painfully clear.
Whitebeard stood on the deck of the Moby Dick, his massive frame casting a long shadow over the battlefield. His eyes burned with an intensity that sent shivers down the spines of even the most hardened warriors. His Haoshoku haki surged, a palpable force that churned the sea and shook the air.
The two titans clashed mid-air, their haki-infused attacks sending shockwaves rippling through the battlefield. Whitebeard's punch met the God's Knight's talons, creating a colossal explosion of energy that lit up the sky. The sea beneath them trembled, and the waves churned violently, as if the very elements were reacting to their power.
Whitebeard unleashed a series of devastating punches, each one infused with the power of the Tremor-Tremor Fruit. "Seaquake!" he bellowed, sending a massive shockwave towards the God's Knight. The wave of destruction tore through the air, creating a path of devastation in its wake.
The God's Knight flapped his wings, generating powerful gusts of wind that deflected the shockwave. "Garuda's Wrath!" he roared, his body crackling with divine energy. He launched himself at Whitebeard with blinding speed, his talons glowing with a fierce light. He aimed to rip Whitebeard apart with a single, devastating strike.
Whitebeard met the attack head-on, his fist colliding with the incoming attack ripping it apart. The impact created a massive shockwave that blasted one of the Marine battleships that ventured too close, sending soldiers and debris flying. The two titans grappled mid-air, their haki clashing in a battle of wills. The very air around them crackled with energy as their conqueror's haki collided, creating a palpable tension that suffused the battlefield.
The CP0 agents, clad in their distinctive masks and suits, joined the fray. They moved with blinding speed, their rokushiki techniques allowing them to traverse the battlefield effortlessly. One agent, wielding a pair of sai, lunged at Whitebeard with a series of rapid, precise strikes.
"Shigan: Tsubaki!" he shouted, his fingers stabbing forward with the force of bullets.
Whitebeard deflected the attack with ease, his haki-infused arm creating a barrier that the CP0 agent couldn't penetrate. He retaliated with a swift punch, blasting the CP0 agent's head like a melon.
Another agent, this one armed with a katana, slashed at Whitebeard with deadly precision. "Rankyaku: Hakurai!" he shouted, sending a powerful air slash towards Whitebeard.
Whitebeard dodged the attack with surprising agility for a man of his size. "Island Shaker!" he roared, slamming his fist into the air in the agent's direction. The resulting shockwave sent ripples through the battlefield, causing the air to crack and heave, and countless spider-web-like cracks spread. The CP0 agent froze midair, and the cracks ran over him, and the next moment he shattered like glass.
The God's Knight seized the opportunity, disregarding the deaths of the CP0 agents, launching a devastating attack. "Garuda's Fury: Divine Talon!" he roared, his talons glowing with armament haki imbued with conquerors haki. He slashed at Whitebeard with blinding speed, aiming to end the battle with a single strike.
Whitebeard met the attack with a powerful punch, his fist crackling with the power of the Tremor-Tremor Fruit. The two attacks collided, creating a massive explosion of energy that lit up the sky. The shockwave tore through the battlefield, causing ships to rock violently and soldiers to be thrown off their feet.
The battle raged on, with Whitebeard and the God's Knight trading blows with incredible speed and power. Each clash sent shockwaves rippling through the battlefield, causing the very air to crackle with energy. The remaining CP0 agents darted in and out of the fray, their attacks precise and deadly, but they were no match for Whitebeard's overwhelming power.
As the battle reached its peak intensity, Whitebeard unleashed his ultimate attack. "World's End!" he roared, his naginata crackling with the power of the Tremor-Tremor Fruit. He slashed the air with all his might, creating a shockwave of such immense power that it seemed to tear the very fabric of reality.
The God's Knight, sensing the danger, unleashed his own ultimate attack. "Heaven's Wrath: Divine Storm!" he roared, his body crackling with chaotic energy. He flapped his wings with incredible speed, generating a massive storm of wind and lightning. The storm clashed with Whitebeard's shockwave, creating a cataclysmic explosion that lit up the sky and shook the battlefield.
The resulting shockwave sent ripples through the sea, causing the entire ocean to part around them. The air crackled with energy, and the battlefield fell silent for a brief, breathtaking moment. Then, with a deafening roar, the sea crashed back into place, and the fight continued with renewed ferocity.
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