Lucas returned to the world of One Piece and found two pirates with Devil Fruit abilities to conduct an experiment.
However, after killing them, he was surprised to find that their Devil Fruit abilities did not manifest. There was no way to extract their abilities or transfer them. But when Lucas took them to the Ninja World and killed them there, he could suddenly see their Devil Fruit powers. Not only that, but he could extract them, transfer them to others, or even recreate them into new Devil Fruits.
In the Chat Group
Everyone was intrigued by this phenomenon and began speculating about the reason behind it.
Lucas: "No need to guess—I think I already know the answer."
Whitebeard: "The effects of a different world?"
Lucas: "Exactly. Devil Fruits function based on the fundamental laws of the One Piece world. They act as converters, allowing users to transform their physical and mental energy into unique abilities."
Howard Stark immediately grasped Lucas's point and continued the explanation.
Howard Stark: "So when a Devil Fruit user dies, this 'converter'—which is tied to the world's rules—returns to those rules and eventually reappears somewhere else."
Lucas: "That's right! But when we move them to a different world, the converter has nowhere to return. It gets trapped in the corpse of the former user. As a Ten Tails Jinchūriki, my connection to the natural energy of the Ninja World allows me to perceive and manipulate these trapped powers."
Sebastian Shaw: "This is an incredible discovery! Devil Fruits grant abilities similar to mutants, but without the genetic instability that plagues us. With this method, you could mass-produce ability users."
Whitebeard: "Blackbeard attempted something similar, but the results were unimpressive. This approach works for strengthening low- and mid-tier subordinates, but it's nearly impossible to create true powerhouses this way. Strength isn't just about eating a top-tier Devil Fruit—it requires talent."
Lucas: "Exactly! Besides, there are only a few hundred Devil Fruits in existence. Using them to cultivate subordinates has its limits. If we want large-scale enhancement, the answer lies in science. Time to capture Vegapunk!"
Senju Tobirama: "Do you know where Vegapunk is?"
Lucas: "Of course. Akainu was Fleet Admiral of the Marines—there's no way he wouldn't know the location of the Marine Science Division's main research base. We have to act before the World Government catches wind of this."
Whitebeard: "Can you wake Akainu's consciousness? I still have a score to settle with him. You do your mission, and we'll settle our battle."
Lucas: "Now that you mention it, I just had an interesting idea. Let's bring Magellan and Akainu along for the operation to capture Vegapunk!"
In the Ninja World
Following Lucas's command, Akainu's imprisoned will was restored. His eyes snapped open, filled with shock and confusion. His instincts immediately screamed that something was off.
"What the hell is going on?" Akainu asked, his voice laced with wariness.
"No time to explain—let's move!" Lucas grinned, grabbing Akainu and instantly teleporting back to the One Piece world.
From there, he activated the Float-Float Fruit's ability, bringing Akainu, Magellan, and a squad of the undead straight to Vegapunk's secret research facility.
This was an island unmarked on any maps or Log Poses. The World Government had constructed a hidden Marine base here, housing the Marine Science Division's main research center.
"Go!"
"Capture Vegapunk, and you'll make history today!"
With a smirk, Lucas waved his hand, signaling the start of the attack.
The six elite ninja warriors, along with Magellan and Akainu—now functioning as puppets—charged toward the Marine Science Division, slaughtering their way through the base's defenses.
Inside the Research Base
Kizaru sat leisurely in a chair, his legs crossed as he read a newspaper. A cup of steaming tea rested beside him.
"Captain, you're too relaxed!"
The voice belonged to Sentomaru, the burly man in a red clothes, who served as Kizaru's subordinate and the primary guardian of Vegapunk.
"Sentomaru…" Kizaru drawled, not even looking up.
"Life is about balance. Stress shortens your lifespan, you know." He picked up his tea and took a slow sip, smiling.
Sentomaru frowned. "Yeah, but all I see is you slacking off!"
BOOM!
A violent tremor shook the research base. Kizaru's face, usually nonchalant, turned serious in an instant.
Very few people knew about this location. The only ones who would dare attack were either ignorant pirates or powerful figures who knew exactly what they were doing.
Kizaru's lazy demeanor vanished. He stood up, his expression cold as he walked toward the exit.
He had a duty as the overseer of the Marine Science Division. If someone was bold enough to assault this base, he wasn't going to let them off easily.
"Akainu?"
The moment Kizaru stepped out of the research facility, his expression changed drastically. His usual carefree demeanor vanished as he stared in disbelief.
"Kizaru?"
Akainu was momentarily stunned before a rare look of relief crossed his face. "I didn't expect you to be here. This is great!"
Kizaru, however, shook his head. "Just a coincidence. But what about you? Why are you here? And more importantly..." His sharp gaze swept over the group behind Akainu—six ninjas and Magellan. "That's Magellan, the former Deputy Warden of Impel Down... but I don't recognize the others."
Akainu opened his mouth as if to explain, but something prevented him from speaking crucial details. His face twisted in frustration before he finally growled, "I'm under control. Stop me!"
The moment he finished speaking, searing hot magma erupted from his body as he lunged at Kizaru, aiming to take him down.
"Nani?"
Seeing Akainu charging at him with killing intent, Kizaru cursed inwardly. His body instantly transformed into golden light, allowing him to evade the attack.
At Marine Headquarters, the three Admirals of Logia-type Devil Fruits each had their own strengths. Akainu had the most overwhelming frontal combat power, essentially a tank and warrior. Kizaru, on the other hand, was the fastest, excelling in both speed and long-range attacks, making him the equivalent of an assassin and a sharpshooter. Aokiji, with his Ice-Ice Fruit, specialized in battlefield control, more akin to a support and mage role.
Now, Kizaru found himself facing an Akainu who wasn't holding back.
"This is troublesome..."
Akainu narrowed his eyes. "You might be fast enough to dodge me, but do you really think you can take on all of us?"
Kizaru glanced at the figures standing behind Akainu. His gaze briefly met Uchiha Madara's, who was watching him indifferently. Without a single word, Madara unleashed an illusion.
"Tsk!"
Kizaru's eyes widened as the illusion tried to take hold of his mind. But his immense willpower surged, shattering the illusion through sheer mental strength.
Those with strong mental resilience could break free of illusions using their own psychic power—just as Haruno Sakura had done in the past. Unfortunately, she had never fully pursued the path of a Genjutsu user.
"Interesting."
Madara grinned as pale blue energy exploded around him. In an instant, a colossal Susanoo took shape.
"Wood Style—Wood Dragon Jutsu!"
Hashirama also joined the fight, summoning a massive wooden dragon that tore through the ground, surging toward Kizaru.
"This is bad..."
Kizaru sighed, realizing that retreat was his only option.
As for Vegapunk and the researchers inside the base... well, they were out of luck.
"No choice. Even if I stay and fight, there's no way to win this battle."
His body shimmered into golden light as he shot into the sky at high speed, leaving the battlefield behind.
Lucas, still in his transparent state, watched Kizaru retreat but made no move to stop him.
"Let him go."
He calmly prevented the others from pursuing and instead ordered them to extract Vegapunk.
Mariejois – The World Government Headquarters
At Pangaea Castle, deep within the Room of Authority, the Five Elders were in the middle of a meeting.
"According to reports from Impel Down, Magellan was taken after being controlled by the enemy."
One of the Elders adjusted his glasses, continuing coldly.
"The surviving Marine soldiers that survive confirm that Magellan has been reduced to a puppet, forced to fight Chaton."
"A shame," another Elder muttered. "Magellan had his flaws, but he was invaluable within Impel Down. Losing him is equivalent to losing an Admiral-level force. Who should replace him?"
"We can't afford to pull anyone from the current Marine ranks," another Elder responded. "We already had to conduct a World Recruitment just to stabilize the Admiral system. Now, with Akainu, Chaton, and Momousagi all missing, we can't afford any more losses."
"Think about it—Marine Headquarters had a Fleet Admiral and two Vice Admirals leading an assault strong enough to challenge the Four Emperors, yet they were completely overpowered and captured?"
"According to surviving reports, they suffered a tactical defeat. The enemy possesses both superior naval and aerial capabilities. We underestimated them."
Another Elder tapped his fingers on the table. "Let's discuss Impel Down first. There are too many dangerous criminals inside. We can't allow it to be left unguarded. I propose we send Garp and Sengoku there."
The room fell silent for a moment.
"Garp and Sengoku?"
One Elder smirked. "They can no longer fight for the Marines, and they have no other value remaining. It's better to use their last strengths to guard Impel Down."
"Sengoku, maybe... but old Garp..."
"Garp won't betray the Marines, no matter what," another Elder stated firmly. "He may have his own way of doing things, but he'll never side with criminals."
"That's true. If we can't trust him with this, we can't trust anyone. Very well—let Garp and Sengoku take charge of Impel Down."
With the decision made, the meeting shifted back to Akainu's disappearance.
Although the loss of Fleet Admiral Akainu, Vice Admiral Chaton, and Vice Admiral Momousagi was concerning, the Five Elders refused to panic. They had ruled the world for decades—fear and indecisiveness were not in their nature.
They would deal with the situation rationally, focusing on what could still be controlled.
Just then, an urgent knock interrupted their discussion.
"Report!"
A government agent entered hurriedly, bowing deeply.
"Five Elders, we have urgent news from Admiral Kizaru!"
The room instantly turned tense.
"Speak."
"Fleet Admiral Akainu has been confirmed to be under enemy control. He is currently leading an assault on the research base housing Dr. Vegapunk."
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