coobybook Chapter 216 The Essence of Devil Fruits
Chapter 216 The Essence of Devil Fruits
Vegapunk has already provided evidence regarding Devil Fruits.
They are not natural products, but rather a manifestation of strong human desires.
For example, someone fantasized about "controlling burning flames," which led to the creation of the Flame-Flame Fruit; someone longed for "flight," which led to the creation of the Bird-Bird Fruit.
Vegapunk's statement carries a uniquely human arrogance and, strictly speaking, is not limited to humans.
Snow White Wolf's strong desire to find its own kind also allows it to continue existing in the form of a Devil Fruit.
The price of going against 'nature' is not being accepted by 'nature', meaning that those with abilities cannot come into contact with the sea.
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Allen used to never think about such questions, but once his strength reached a certain level, he began to ponder the essence of Devil Fruits.
He had considered the similarities between Conqueror's Haki and chakra. As for Devil Fruits, there were no comparable examples in the ninja world, but…
He also had knowledge of the original world.
Can we view Devil Fruits as... the plunder of the world's laws by living beings?
The powers that should belong to the world—the ability to create tsunamis, volcanoes, gravity, and buoyancy—have been usurped by the power of imagination.
Allen deeply understands the power of mental strength.
If this is a prerequisite, and with the formula, Allen can find something similar to a Devil Fruit in the ninja world...
Kaleidoscope Eye Technique!
Devil Fruits are the embodiment of a massive amount of imagination, while the kaleidoscope is the manifestation of a person's intense desires!
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Allen had an idea.
Could you... steal someone else's Devil Fruit ability and turn it into your own technique?
This isn't crazy; it's not just the Dark-Dark Fruit that can do it, even Vegapunk has created Devil Fruit replicas.
The Seraph, which the Five Elders regard as a secret weapon, combines the abilities of the Seven Warlords of the Sea, Paramecia-type Devil Fruits, Lunarian traits, and the Sharingan, and has entered the final testing phase.
Before this...
About two years ago, Vegapunk improved the technology of artificial Devil Fruits based on Caesar Clown's research on SMILE fruits.
Using Kaido's bloodline factors, a replica of the Azure Dragon Fruit was created!
Unlike the severely flawed Devil Fruit created by Caesar, this fruit possesses most of the power of a Mythical Zoan. Its only flaw is its different color, yet it was considered a failure by the perfectionist Vegapunk.
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That fruit was originally going to be eaten by some lecherous brat, and Allen certainly wouldn't allow that to happen.
When the gas explosion occurred in Punk Hazard, he detonated the explosive tags that had been buried there beforehand and took the Devil Fruit in the chaos.
The fruit is inside the trunk of the golden tree.
The original intention was for the Golden Tree to consume this mythical beast; it would be so cool if the Golden Tree could transform into a divine dragon…
Unfortunately, it doesn't work.
The Golden Tree is too large; a mere cloned mythical beast simply cannot grant it its abilities.
As a second-best option, Allen came up with the idea of fusing Devil Fruits into a spell.
He shared this idea with Vegapunk, and after Allen received his technical support, he began using the Golden Tree to analyze the Fish-Fish Fruit, Azure Dragon Fruit replica.
When fighting Charlotte Linlin, some branches of the Golden Tree acquired the characteristic of "transforming into a dragon," gaining an additional means of attack that played a significant role in the battle.
The plan to absorb Devil Fruit powers is feasible... but what about extending it to Devil Fruit users?
After failing many times and killing many ability users, Allen gradually mastered the knack.
To acquire the abilities of a Devil Fruit user, one cannot simply absorb life force; instead, one must replicate their abilities.
He gradually absorbed the bloodline factors of those with special abilities, used Vegapunk's replication formula to deduce their abilities, and then added them to the Golden Tree.
Devil Fruits are strange things; the possibility of stealing one is almost impossible, but the difficulty of copying one is not high, which is completely contrary to common sense.
Do not……
It makes perfect sense if you think of it as a tangible manifestation of desire.
It's normal for desires to double; it would be strange if desires disappeared.
If the Dark-Dark Fruit truly steals abilities rather than creating a copy... then its mechanism is probably even more complex than we imagined!
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Just then, Smoker approached, his expression not looking too good.
"Aren... a secret order from Fleet Admiral Sengoku."
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Naval Headquarters, Marshal's Office.
Sengoku stared intently at the three people in front of him, his memories returning to decades ago.
Garp, the semi-retired and wandering naval hero; Vice Admiral Tsuru, the Chief of Staff of the Marine Headquarters; and...
Zephyr, the chief instructor of the Naval Headquarters, recently announced his retirement.
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"What a rare sight... It's been so many years since we've sat together like this."
Zefa's face darkened, and he snorted coldly, "If possible, I hope this opportunity never comes."
"Sengoku, are you insane?! Do you know how much of a shock this decision will cause?!"
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Garp, who is usually easygoing and full of energy, had no trace of his usual boldness on his face, only a deep and unfathomable weariness.
Lieutenant General Tsuru sighed, "Zefang, this can't be blamed on Sengoku; it's an order from above..."
"I sent you here in the hope that you can think of a solution, after all... you're the only one who can persuade Allen."
"I won't go! Absolutely not!"
Zephyr grabbed Garp, his steely hand tightening around his collar: "Damn it! Say something! Didn't Roger entrust his son to you?! Isn't that kid your grandson?!"
Suddenly, Zefa's pupils contracted, and his hand involuntarily loosened.
Garp...
This monster he could never catch up to, the strongest and toughest man in the world...
My eyes actually turned red!
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"What should I do... what can I do... please teach me, Zephyr..."
Peng——
Zephyr flung Karp away, sending him crashing into an office bookshelf, scattering books all over the floor.
He stood up angrily, stepped forward, and snorted coldly.
"Sengoku, don't play dumb. We all know Whitebeard treats that kid specially. Don't even think about getting him to deal with Whitebeard!"
"If the Five Elders are unhappy, let them take my corpse with them!"
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Sengoku silently looked at the orders on the document and let out a long sigh.
[Ace, the 2nd Division Commander of the Whitebeard Pirates and a descendant of Gol D. Roger, was publicly executed by Marine Headquarters. The entire Marine Headquarters, including Rear Admiral Allen Uchiha, was summoned to participate in a decisive battle against the Whitebeard Pirates.]
Anyone who disobeys this order will be immediately dismissed from their military post and considered a traitor!
Vice Admiral Tsuru glanced at Garp, who was slumped over, and sighed helplessly.
"It's obvious that they're trying to do what you did back then, using Fire Fist Ace to lure out Whitebeard."
"If we could wipe out a Yonko pirate crew in front of the whole world, the World Government's prestige would be further enhanced."
"This is the first step..."
After pondering for a long time, Lieutenant General Tsuru smiled wryly and said, "The power that Allen has shown has made them anxious."
"This is an open conspiracy."
"Whitebeard will definitely come, so..."
"If Allen chooses not to come, the World Government will have a reason to remove him from his military post and refuse to fight against pirates... His reputation built up over many years will be reduced to ashes."
"If you come..."
"It is foreseeable that if he shows mercy to the Whitebeard Pirates, the World Government will exaggerate his actions and find reasons to smear him."
"What's even more terrifying is..." Lieutenant General Tsuru took a deep breath and said in a low voice, "I suspect they want to lure Allen out so they can attack directly!"
"The white beard isn't their real target; Allen is!"
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"I know……"
Sengoku frowned, his gaze involuntarily falling on the silent Garp, whose broad shoulders appeared slightly hunched, as if bearing the weight of a mountain.
The pressure he faced was no less than that faced by Garp.
On one side was the future of the navy he had placed high hopes on, and on the other was the world government that had maintained order on the seas for eight hundred years...
Is there really no way to have the best of both worlds?
Why...
Allen, can't you just follow my advice, take it one step at a time, and make appropriate compromises?
I know you hate me, but everything I've done is truly for your sake...
If you were in my position, and had accumulated enough power, it's not impossible...
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"I... want to go to Impel Down."
Karp struggled to his feet and silently walked out of the office.
Watching his retreating figure, Zhan Guo couldn't help but feel resentful.
Damn it... How many times have I warned him? How many chances have I given him?! Why did he still become a pirate?!
Being a pirate is one thing, refusing the Shichibukai invitation is another… but then you should have stayed obediently by Whitebeard's side! How could you get captured and sent to Impel Down?!
If you want to emulate Roger's unwavering resolve until death, you'd better at least have Roger's strength first!
Why do all the people I know end up being such bastards?!
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After much hesitation, only Zhan Guo could make this incredibly difficult phone call.
Unlike before, Allen accepted the offer very quickly.
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"I will come."
"I've been looking forward to the battle against the world's strongest man for a long time."