In the heart of Apayao, within the dense and mysterious forest that serves as a forbidden zone for humans, only a select few are permitted entry. Among them are the Sandia warriors, the Arthur family, and other trusted individuals. This forest is the domain of Mont Blanc Noland, the Lord of the Sky—a massive, indigo-colored python who commands both fear and respect.
As Apayao flourished and became the political center of the Angel Kingdom, its population grew, necessitating the delineation of a large portion of the forest as Mont Blanc Noland exclusive territory to prevent any unfortunate encounters with the giant serpent.
At this moment, Noland was deep in slumber, his massive form coiled comfortably amidst the trees. His daily routine had become monotonous: eating, sleeping, and the occasional stroll around his territory. Despite his enormous size, stretching 500 meters in length, Noland's life had become rather sedentary—more akin to that of a lazy pig than the majestic serpent he was.
The forest around him was eerily quiet, as his powerful breath sent waves of foul-smelling wind that kept all other creatures at a safe distance. Not even the bravest animals dared to venture near his domain.
Suddenly, Arthur appeared in the clearing, carrying a mysterious bag. The movement disturbed the stillness, but Noland only stirred slightly before settling back into his slumber, uninterested in the intrusion. Arthur, however, was not one to be ignored.
"Noland!" Arthur's voice rang out, firm and commanding.
The giant snake twitched but remained asleep, undisturbed by the call. Arthur's patience wore thin. With a flick of his finger, a 5 million-volt lightning bolt shot from his hand, striking Noland directly on the head.
"Sizzle~"
Noland shot up in pain, hissing angrily as his body uncoiled in a defensive posture. But as soon as he recognized Arthur, the snake's demeanor changed. His initial anger melted away, replaced by a look of flattery and submission. The once-proud serpent now bowed its head, acknowledging Arthur as its master.
"Noland, remember what I told you a few years ago?" Arthur asked, eyeing the massive serpent with satisfaction. Despite Noland's majestic appearance, Arthur couldn't help but be amused by the two rows of peculiar hairs on the snake's head, which somewhat undermined its fearsome look.
Upon hearing Arthur's words, Noland's eyes lit up with excitement. The giant python became animated, eager to hear more.
Arthur then lifted the object he had brought with him—the reason for his visit. "This is a Devil Fruit," he said, holding up the fruit he had obtained from Punk Hazard. "After eating it, you can become a dragon."
Noland hissed with interest, his gaze fixated on the artificial Devil Fruit in Arthur's hand. The serpent had always dreamed of something greater, and now Arthur was offering him the chance to become a creature of legend.
Arthur had planned this for years, ever since he first subdued Noland. The real devil fruit had already been consumed by Kaido, the Beast, but Arthur had secured the next best thing: the artificial Devil Fruit created by Dr. Vegapunk.
Although the fruit had turned Momonosuke into a pink dragon, Arthur was confident that Noland, being an indigo python, would transform into an indigo dragon, a much more impressive and fearsome sight.
"Once you eat this fruit, I'll guide you in mastering its powers," Arthur continued. "From now on, you'll be my mount, and the next time I go out, you'll come with me."
Arthur tossed the Devil Fruit in front of Noland, who stared at it with eager eyes. The prospect of finally being able to accompany Arthur on his journeys thrilled the giant snake more than anything else.
The idea of transforming into a dragon was intriguing, but what truly excited Noland was the promise of freedom and adventure.
Without hesitation, Noland lunged forward, devouring the Devil Fruit in one swift motion. The taste was bitter, but the excitement in his heart overpowered any discomfort. Noland knew that his life was about to change forever.
Since Noland had never encountered a dragon before, he was unsure of what to expect. As an orphan snake who grew up alone in Apayado, the concept of becoming a dragon was entirely foreign to him.
"Go ahead, eat it!" Arthur encouraged, raising his chin slightly, his heart filled with anticipation.
Noland nodded his massive head in response, then lowered it to the ground. His forked tongue flicked out and retracted as he swallowed the artificial Devil Fruit in a single gulp.
The moment the fruit disappeared down his throat, Noland began to feel a strange sensation. His massive body twisted in confusion, as if something within him was changing—something new and powerful.
Suddenly, his transformation began.
Two bulges appeared on the once-smooth surface of his head, while four more bulges emerged along his body. His snake skin started to harden, the scales growing larger, thicker, and tougher.
Bristles sprouted from his head, and the bulges on his head erupted into two majestic three-pronged dragon horns. The bulges along his body morphed into four formidable dragon claws.
Noland's mouth elongated, his once-sharp snake fangs transforming into an entire set of deadly dragon teeth. His tail, previously a simple pointed cone, reshaped into a complex, flowing carp tail.
Before Arthur's astonished eyes, Noland completed his transformation into a magnificent indigo dragon. He now had all the classic features: the dragon head with its sharp horns, a flowing dragon mane, long dragon whiskers, a powerful dragon mouth filled with fangs, massive dragon scales, and fearsome dragon claws. His transformation was awe-inspiring.
Noland, who had once been nearly 500 meters long and 20 meters thick, grew even larger after consuming the artificial Devil Fruit. His body expanded to five times its original length and three times its original thickness, becoming a truly colossal dragon.
"Wow..." Arthur stood in stunned silence, taking in the sight before him. Noland's transformation was far more impressive than he had ever imagined. He had initially worried that the transformation might not be as powerful as Kaido's, but now he realized he had underestimated Noland's potential.
Though Noland's appearance might not be as intimidating as Kaido's, his sheer size and the majesty of his dragon form were unmatched. In terms of aesthetics and presence, Noland's dragon form was arguably even more awe-inspiring than Kaido's.
Arthur marveled at the sheer magnitude of Noland's transformation. With his current size and the raw physical power he now possessed, Noland could likely hold his own against elite vice admirals—even before mastering his new abilities.
Of course, it would take time for Noland to become proficient in using his new form, but once he did, he would become a formidable force.
Arthur couldn't help but recall the description of the artificial Devil Fruit from the original stories. The effects of the fruit were unpredictable, varying greatly from one user to another.
When Momonosuke ate the fruit, he had transformed into a small, pink dragon, barely four meters long and thirty or forty centimeters thick. But Noland's transformation was on an entirely different scale, much more impressive and powerful.
"You really hit the jackpot!" Arthur exclaimed, his excitement growing as he realized just how fortunate they had been.
Noland, now fully transformed, looked around in amazement. His longan eyes, filled with a surprising amount of human-like emotion, widened as he examined his new body. He twisted his massive form, trying to take in the sight of his new dragon form, clearly astonished by the transformation.
Noland was no longer just a snake—he had become a legendary indigo dragon, a creature of myth and power. And with Arthur's guidance, he would soon learn to harness this newfound strength, becoming a force to be reckoned with in the world.
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