Chapter 494: Super Giant Storm
Edd War Sea Area.
Before anyone knew it, the Great Sea began to churn with fierce winds, swirling back and forth, the sea surface rose and fell with the waves.
Vast amounts of water vapor continuously condensed, as if rain could fall at any moment.
The sky was heavy with black clouds, a constant rumbling echoed.
The heavy dark clouds even obscured the light of lightning, only the sound revealed the thunder.
The bizarre weather was like a slumbering beast ready to awaken at any moment, brewing great terror.
Looking from afar, a curtain connecting the Sky and the land appeared on the Great Sea.
Soon.
Heavy rain began to fall from the sky, with bean-sized raindrops pouring down and hitting with a pattering sound.
The fierce winds and heavy rain formed this terrifying domain that seemed capable of isolating everything.
The power of nature grew increasingly terrifying.
A Super Giant Storm, rarely seen in decades, was gradually taking shape.
And at the center of the Storm, the Oro Jackson sailed forward relentlessly towards the North of the New World.
As the core, the Super Giant Storm also moved slowly, accompanying the movement of the Roger Pirates.
All the Crewmates of the Roger Pirates were ready for battle.
They didn't care about the harsh weather in the slightest.
The Oro Jackson sailed through the Storm, breaking through Giant Waves and fierce winds.
Each Giant Wave was dozens of meters high.
Ordinary Pirate Ships would not last long under such Giant Waves.
However, the Roger Pirates, apart from the Pirate Ship pitching somewhat, remained stable in the Storm.
Nature was on his side, whether it was the fierce winds or the Ocean Current.
This was the surprise Roger had prepared for the Flying Pirates.
It was also Roger's confidence in overcoming this ordeal.
Knowing that the Flying Pirates were coming, Roger naturally made preparations in advance.
Since realizing the Role of Hearing the Voice of All Things, coupled with his Ability being exposed, Roger had put a lot of effort into developing his special Observation Haki Ability.
After all, his Strength had long reached its Peak.
Developing Hearing the Voice of All Things was also to deal with encirclements like those from the Marines and World Government.
Now, he used it with even greater proficiency.
Facing the Flying Pirates this time, he naturally had to go all out.
For this, it took him quite some time to create this Super Giant Storm that enveloped the entire Sea Area.
The wind was a Hurricane!
The rain was a downpour!
The combination of the two was a terrifying Natural Disaster.
Most ships would be destroyed under such a Natural Disaster.
Overturned by the Great Sea, destroyed by fierce winds and Giant Waves, it was simply impossible to escape.
This was only possible because the Oro Jackson had nature's blessing and the presence of Sambell, an excellent Helmsman.
The Super Giant Storm, rarely seen in decades, quickly fully formed and became increasingly terrifying.
The Roger Pirates were still sailing.
The Storm moved with them and did not stay in place waiting for the Flying Pirates to arrive.
This terrifying Storm, which seemed to devour everything, fell into the eyes of countless people.
Morgans naturally wouldn't miss such a Major Event.
The World Economic Journal began a World Live Streaming.
Several Reporter Birds circled in the Sky, not daring to get too close.
Knowing Roger's Ability, seeing such a terrifying Natural Disaster, countless people gasped, unable to hide their inner shock.
On the Great Sea, various descriptions of harsh weather existed, and many people had experienced quite a bit.
But such a terrifying natural environment was actually created by Roger alone.
It far exceeded their prior expectations.
The status of the Roger Pirates continuously rose in their hearts.
Before that, they had full confidence in the Flying Pirates.
But now, a question mark hung over that confidence.
Even well-known Great Pirates on the Great Sea might not survive in such terrifying weather.
This single method prevented the Flying Pirates from exerting their full Strength.
Their Military Strength Advantage was instantly cut down.
Suspense was born again, making the situation somewhat unpredictable.
Various Factions on the Great Sea were also paying attention to this Great Battle that was about to erupt.
The Beast Pirates, Big Mom Pirates, Tyrant Dragon Pirates, Demon King Pirates, and so on.
The war between the Roger Pirates and the Flying Pirates, no matter which side won, would have a profound impact on this Great Sea.
If the Roger Pirates were defeated, then the Flying Pirates would truly have no obstacles and would dominate the entire New World.
If the Flying Pirates lost, then their current rapid development would be curbed.
If their losses were significant, it would even give other Factions some opportunities.
Frankly speaking, they all hoped the Roger Pirates would win.
After all, the Flying Pirates were the great mountain currently standing before all Pirates, while the Roger Pirates had no direct conflict of interest with them.
At this moment, the Edd War Sea Area was the center of the Storm.
The Flying Pirates arrived.
Numerous pirate ships, accompanied by Island Ships, were in the air under Shiki's Control.
Facing the Storm that connected the Sky and the land, sounds of destruction continuously emanated.
Anyone could feel its terror.
In the face of a Natural Disaster, they felt as small as ants facing a Giant.
Many Fleet Captains, including Reinhardt, frowned.
Such extremely harsh weather was simply unsuitable for battle.
Especially for those without Flight Ability, one wrong step could lead to being buried in the Great Sea.
Even if their Strength was great, if they suddenly fell into The Sea, whether they could survive was still a question.
In the fierce Ocean Current, no one could save them.
Facing such a terrifying Natural Disaster, most members instinctively resisted, especially Devil Fruit Users.
This included Young Monsters like "Godspeed" Char and "Heavenly Path" Pain.
Trying to contend with the Power of nature alone was a foolish act.
No one would do that.
Their hearts were filled with awe at the terrifying nature of Roger's Ability.
Roger setting up such a grand display was probably to make the Flying Pirates retreat in the face of difficulty, right?
However, would Shiki evade?
Everyone's gaze fell on Shiki.
As the Captain, the final course of action depended on Shiki.
"Jie ha ha ha ha! This really is a grand gift, Roger!"
Shiki laughed excitedly.
So what if it was a Natural Disaster?
Could this make him retreat?
He was the "Golden Lion"!
Immediately after, he looked around.
But Shiki wasn't foolish.
This situation was simply not suitable for large-scale combat.
"All Cadres and Fleet Captains will come with me. Everyone else stays put."
After some thought, Shiki decided to only bring the Elite Combatant Strength.
Although they lost their Military Strength Advantage, in terms of High-End Combat Power, Shiki didn't think the Flying Pirates were inferior to the Roger Pirates.
This war was inevitable.
No matter what, Shiki would not give up.
It had nothing to do with Ancient Weapons.
Although he craved Ancient Weapons, they were not a necessity for rule the world.
If the Flying Pirates truly went to war with the World Government and placed the Battlefield directly in the Holy Land Mariejois, would the World Government still use that terrifying Weapon?
That was impossible.
More importantly, this was his final battle with Roger.
Before the war began, Shiki had somehow obtained news that Roger was suffering from a Terminal Illness and didn't have many years left to live.
Shiki had confirmed the authenticity of the news.
A few years ago, the Roger Pirates had visited famous doctors everywhere.
Knowing this news, if one deliberately investigated, they could still find some evidence.
Roger was a strongman he recognized.
How could he die so ignominiously from a Terminal Illness?
Rather than die from illness, it would be better to die by his hand, to die in battle in a spectacular manner.
If Roger escaped from his grasp, then whatever Roger wanted to do next, he would not obstruct him.
On the Great Sea, how many strongmen could gain his recognition?
Roger was one, and Newgate was another.
Apart from the Fleet Captains, the Flying Pirates also had a large number of famous Great Pirates.
They were the cadres Shiki referred to.
Although they didn't have formal titles, their status within the Flying Pirates was not low based on their Strength.
This was also a test.
Anyone who considered themselves a cadre could step forward and participate in this battle.
Shiki gave them the right to choose.
It could be seen that the Pirates who participated in this battle with him would gain his trust.
As for those cowardly Pirates, he naturally wouldn't care about them.
Perhaps one day they would die in battle as cannon fodder.
Soon, on the Main Ship of the Flying Pirates, over three hundred Pirates gathered.
(end of chapter)