As their training week came to an end, Roger prepared a final test for Luffy—one that encapsulated everything he had learned.
With a swift motion, he conjured multiple illusionary opponents, each designed to challenge Luffy's skills in different ways. Luffy took a deep breath, ready to apply his Observation and Armament Haki in a real combat scenario.
The fight began, and Luffy channeled his energy, focusing on reading the movements of each opponent. He moved fluidly, utilizing his sword and Haki to strike decisively.
Each illusionary opponent fell before him as he showcased the skills he had honed during the week. Luffy felt a surge of confidence with each victory, knowing he had grown stronger.
As the dust settled and the last opponent disappeared, Luffy stood victorious, panting but triumphant.
Roger observed silently, his expression unchanged. He nodded once, acknowledging Luffy's hard work and improvement.
Luffy caught his breath and expressed his gratitude. "Thanks, Roger! I couldn't have done it without your help!"
Even though it had only been an illusion, Luffy was quite impressed by the strength of the Pirate King, Gol D. Roger.
Roger stepped back and disappeared into thin air, his presence a reminder of the challenges that lay ahead.
Luffy felt a renewed sense of strength and determination after he trained with Roger's shadow. He stepped into the next area of the training chamber, where the atmosphere was thick with the essence of past battles and unyielding spirit.
As the mist cleared, Luffy saw Monkey D. Garp standing before him, his presence commanding and full of energy. Garp's eyes sparkled with mischief and challenge, reminiscent of the Marine hero he had been in his prime.
Luffy grinned widely and bumped his two fists together. "Grandpa! I'm ready to train!"
Garp cracked a smile, his fists clenching with excitement. He took a fighting stance, motioning for Luffy to come at him.
Garp started their training with a no-holds-barred spar. He lunged at Luffy, throwing powerful punches that were both fast and unpredictable. Luffy quickly realized that Garp's fighting style was raw and instinctive, a testament to his years of experience.
Luffy focused on his footwork, using his Observation Haki to dodge Garp's strikes. He felt the wind rush past him as Garp's fists came dangerously close. The intensity of the training pushed Luffy to react faster, adapting to Garp's relentless pace.
Garp grinned, taunting Luffy to do better.
Luffy smirked back, determined to prove himself.
The second day saw Garp focusing on strength and endurance training. He set up a series of challenges that tested Luffy's physical limits, such as heavy lifting, endurance runs, and combat drills that lasted for hours.
Garp led by example, demonstrating his own strength by lifting massive boulders and showcasing his stamina. Luffy mirrored his grandfather's actions, pushing through the fatigue as Garp encouraged him with playful taunts.
Luffy laughed as he felt his muscles burn but knew he was growing stronger.
On the third day, Garp shifted his focus to strategy. He emphasized the importance of reading one's opponent and adapting tactics in the heat of battle.
Garp demonstrated this by mixing in feints and traps during their spar. He threw Luffy off guard, forcing him to think critically about his next moves. Luffy quickly learned to analyze Garp's patterns, anticipating his attacks and using his own strengths to counter them.
Garp nodded approvingly as Luffy began to showcase his tactical growth, using his sword to deflect Garp's blows and finding openings for his own attacks.
On the fourth day, Garp taught Luffy about willpower and determination. He set up a challenging training course that required not only physical strength but mental resilience.
Luffy struggled through the course, facing obstacles that tested his resolve. Garp watched from a distance, occasionally intervening with a playful punch to remind Luffy not to give up.
Luffy gritted his teeth, pushing through every challenge, fueled by Garp's words. Each obstacle conquered brought him closer to the strength he desired.
On the fifth day, Garp emphasized hand-to-hand combat. He believed that true strength came from mastering the basics and adapting them into every form of fighting.
They engaged in a series of sparring matches focused solely on punches and grapples. Garp showcased various techniques, mixing in his raw power with strategic counters. Luffy mirrored his grandfather, gradually improving his own technique.
Luffy found himself getting knocked back multiple times, but each fall only ignited his determination. He learned to get back up quickly, fueled by the fiery spirit of the D family.
On the sixth day, Garp encouraged Luffy to combine everything he had learned so far—strength, speed, tactics, and determination. They engaged in a full-contact spar where Luffy had to implement all his skills cohesively.
Garp charged at Luffy, and Luffy responded with a flurry of punches, countering with his sword when necessary. The spar became a whirlwind of movement, showcasing Luffy's growth as he dodged and struck, adapting to Garp's relentless assaults.
Garp grinned fiercely as if praising Luffy for his efforts.
Luffy laughed, adrenaline pumping as he matched Garp's intensity.
As the week of training culminated, Garp set up a final test—a no-holds-barred battle that would assess everything Luffy had learned.
They stepped into an expansive arena filled with obstacles and varied terrain. Garp took a battle stance, and without hesitation, charged at Luffy with ferocity.
Luffy prepared himself, channeling everything he had learned as he countered Garp's attacks with precision. The fight became an epic clash of wills, with Luffy utilizing his swordsmanship and Haki to keep pace with Garp's overwhelming strength.
Throughout the battle, Luffy dug deep, recalling Garp's teachings about perseverance and strategy. The fight pushed him to his limits, but he rose to the challenge, demonstrating the skills he had honed over the years.
After a fierce exchange, Luffy managed to land a solid strike on Garp, knocking him back. Garp smiled, clearly impressed.
As the dust settled, Luffy stood panting but victorious, adrenaline coursing through him. Garp approached, a proud look on his face.
Luffy grinned widely, feeling a sense of accomplishment wash over him.
Catching his breath, Luffy said, "Thanks, Grandpa! I couldn't have done it without your training!"
Garp nodded, his heart swelling with pride. Luffy knew that under the guidance of his grandfather, he had not only grown physically but mentally as well.
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