One Piece Talk King: Starting with Commentary on Devil Fruits

Chapter 59 Code Name: Golden Lion

Artoria, who joined the Navy, is currently serving under Tsuru. After all, her ship is full of female Navy personnel, so it's more convenient to live with them, and it's easier to get along with them since they are all women.

This old lady would never compromise with pirates. She would often take this blonde girl on a cruise ship to hunt down pirates. Pirates with bounties below 100 million couldn't even withstand a single sword strike from Artoria.

Sometimes, this girl could even sail a warship at high speed on the sea, chasing pirates and desperately trying to escape, only to have the fleeing side's ship destroyed and its crew killed.

This girl, who was skilled at speeding ships, was forbidden by Tsuru from operating the ship unless it was absolutely necessary. She enjoyed speeding warships, but the soldiers on board couldn't stand it. After the ship stopped, most of the navy soldiers would lie on the deck and vomit for a while. They described the ship as simply not fit for human beings.

Sometimes Tsuru would think that if Artoria had joined the Navy further back, perhaps many of Franky's would not have escaped from his grasp so many times, and Corazon, Sengoku's adopted son, would not have died.

Artoria's fame spread far and wide after she destroyed an island with a single sword strike. Coupled with her assertive style against pirates and her exceptional beauty, she became a rare sight. Such a stunning figure was closely watched by the Navy.

At the suggestion of the Navy's high command, the Navy plans to give Artoria a code name that is appropriate for the Navy. This code name should follow the mainstream, include animal attributes, and fully reflect Artoria's personal characteristics.

Like Admiral Sakazuki (codename Akainu), Admiral Borsalino (codename Kizaru), Admiral Kuzan (codename Aokiji), Vice Admiral Gion (codename Momousagi), and Vice Admiral Kake (codename Chaton), Artoria, as an Admiral candidate, is no exception.

Through her best friend Gion, Artoria learned that she especially liked furry animals, particularly felines, which gave her a general idea of ​​her codename in the Navy.

The codenames Golden Cat, Golden Leopard, and Golden Tiger were presented to Artoria, but none of these feline names satisfied her. The female swordswoman disagreed, and the Navy couldn't force a codename on her.

The bigger the feline, the better. Artoria originally wanted to use the title "Golden Tiger," since Tengu hadn't joined the Navy yet. But she couldn't give up another large feline, the lion. How wonderful it would be to hug a male lion with a long neck and mane!

"You want to be called Golden Lion?"

Gion had heard Artoria's idea and was quite conflicted. Other Marines had suggested the title of Golden Lion, but it was suppressed by the Marine high command.

Even though the difference between "Golden Lion" and "Golden Lion" is only one character, it reminded the Navy's high command of the man's destruction of the Navy Headquarters. If it weren't for Sengoku and Garp joining forces, Marineford might not exist anymore. Many of the Navy's elite troops died in that battle.

When Akainu learned of Artoria's idea, he laughed loudly and said "good" three times. He was the first to agree to Artoria using Golden Lion as her code name in the Navy. As for Shiki the Golden Lion, a remnant of the old era, this Navy admiral who believed in absolute justice did not take him seriously.

"Using the codename 'Golden Lion' might bring you unnecessary trouble. There was a great pirate from the previous era nicknamed 'Golden Lion.' He disappeared after escaping from Impel Down. He was also a swordsman and might not be dead yet."

Information about Shiki was slowly revealed through Gion's words. He was a great pirate who was on par with Pirate King Roger and Whitebeard. He was a former member of the Rocks Pirates. Although his strength may have decreased due to losing both legs, such a remnant of the old era should not be underestimated.

"As long as I join the Navy, I will never be afraid of pirates. Shiki the Golden Lion is a swordsman just like me. Perhaps it's fate that we share the same nickname. We will have a battle sooner or later, it's just a matter of time."

Despite the advice of her naval colleagues, Artoria still submitted the codename "Golden Lion" to Fleet Admiral Sengoku.

"We might really be getting old; young people these days are so energetic and daring."

Garp sat on the sofa, munching on snacks. He had also heard that Artoria was going to use the nickname "Golden Lion," and he couldn't help but think to himself, "Truly, heroes emerge from among the young."

"With Artoria bearing the title of Golden Lion, the whole world can see our attitude towards pirates. What do we Marines have to fear from a pirate who's about to die of old age?"

Sakazuki wasn't afraid at all. The Navy's strength at this stage was arguably the strongest, with three admirals and three Logia-type Devil Fruit users. No Yonko crew would dare to mess with such a violent organization.

After much deliberation, Fleet Admiral Sengoku agreed to Artoria's proposal. The codename "Golden Lion" was now firmly linked to her, and the news was quickly learned by a reporter from the World Economic News Agency. Morgans, not one to let this topic pass, immediately published the major naval decision.

Artoria's name, Golden Lion, spread throughout the world along with the New Bird. This was truly a bold decision. Golden Lion Shiki is still alive, and it's unknown what this pirate from the old era will think.

Codename Golden Lion, Artoria Candidate

The strongest swordsmen of the new era versus the old era clash.

Who will have the last laugh between the Golden Lion and the Golden Lion?

……

Borsalino, who was on a mission, was lounging on a sun lounger, enjoying the sunshine on the warship's deck. Wearing sunglasses, he read today's newspaper and muttered sarcastically, "These new recruits these days are really monsters."

This time, Admiral Kizaru, who usually slacks off at Marine Headquarters, volunteered to take on the mission of picking up Tony Tony Chopper, giving everyone an irrefutable reason.

He's the fastest man in the Navy. If things get out of control, Borsalino can grab the reindeer and run away first. He's unmatched in escape speed on this sea.

The main purpose of this mission was to pick up people. Marshal Sengoku only provided General Huang Yuan with a warship, allowing him to leisurely travel to Cigu Island.

"Admiral Kizaru, we are approaching the waters around Drum Island. Please give us your next instructions."

Borsalino sensed the temperature change in the air. The closer he got to Drum Island, the colder it became. As a naval admiral, he was naturally not afraid of the cold. He disliked this temperature and preferred the climate of the Sabaody Archipelago.

"It's so cold today. Call me when we get to Drum Island, I want to warm up in the cabin."

The navy personnel on the warship had no idea what Admiral Kizaru was thinking, since he could fly directly to the shore effortlessly from that distance.

But this admiral only decided to get to work when the warships were close to Drum Island. It seemed like he wouldn't be doing justice to the salary the navy paid him if he put in even a little more effort.

Chapter 60 Farewell with Cherry Blossoms

The Straw Hat crew had no idea how many people were eyeing them. They were so carefree that they held a banquet on Drum Island for four days straight. If Princess Vivi hadn't begged Nami for 2 billion Berries, Luffy and his crew would have continued eating and drinking, and perhaps they would have stayed until the light screen finished showing Chopper's story before leaving.

Having not shared the hardships of Little Garden, Luffy and his crew felt little connection to the princess, and their efforts to help her resolve the troubles of the Alabasta Kingdom did not demonstrate the same enthusiasm as in the original manga.

Luffy is Joy Boy, the future liberation warrior. However, judging from the manga, although he has liberated many countries along the way, a closer look reveals a pattern in his actions.

Luffy will unconditionally help anyone he approves of, whether they are his underlings or good people. As for people he has no connection with, he only occasionally shows kindness, viewing the world with the mindset of a minor.

So what if he defeated Crocodile in the Alabasta Kingdom? In the end, he still escaped from prison with Luffy, and with Luffy's buff, his bounty went up and his strength was enhanced. What makes him so capable of fighting Bullet to a standstill?

Anyway, those kingdom soldiers who died at the hands of the rebels died in vain. The Seven Warlords of the Sea who were finally captured escaped from prison. The survivors were so desperate that they wanted to die. Who can guarantee that Crocodile won't return to the Alabasta Kingdom?

The future Sakura Kingdom may have a better life, but Wapol, the former king of the Drum Kingdom, was quite unlucky. His two most loyal subordinates had their brains spilled out. He was only able to survive by covering his body with an alloy made from the Gluttony Fruit before he fell.

He may escape the death penalty, but he cannot escape punishment. The poverty and hardship that the people of the Drum Kingdom have suffered over the years are all caused by this willful king.

Originally, Drum Kingdom was a major medical power, attracting many patients who traveled long distances to this winter island for treatment. Even if most of its citizens were not doctors, providing these patients with food, clothing, and lodging was enough to ensure their comfortable lives, making it acceptable for them to pay Celestial Gold to the Celestial Dragons.

After the old king died, the new king of Valpo started causing trouble within a few years of taking the throne. He expelled all the doctors in the country, and some of them were even killed. This made the living environment of the Drum Kingdom extremely harsh, and many people died one after another in the following years. Without doctors, there was no income, and people still had to pay a lot of heavenly gold.

If Wapol weren't a Devil Fruit user, he would have easily defeated the militia in terms of raw power, and the angry citizens would have overthrown him long ago, instead of letting him live until now.

The tyrannical king was defeated by a band of pirates, and the citizens, filled with hatred, finally had the opportunity to take revenge.

Walbourne was captured and kept submerged in the sea. No one brought him food. When he was thirsty, he dared not drink seawater. His guards did not allow him to sleep. If he became even slightly drowsy, they would whip him in the face. They had to keep him in the most alert state so that the king could also experience the taste of cold and hunger.

Originally, most of the citizens of Drum Kingdom wanted to kill Wapol with one blow, to eliminate him once and for all, so that he wouldn't come back to kill them after the Straw Hat Pirates left.

Despite his still-healing injuries, Dalton stopped the irrational citizens. He also deeply hated Wapol, but killing him so hastily might incur the wrath of the World Government.

In the eyes of the Five Elders, isn't this just the most heinous pirates overthrowing the king's rule? As for the elected king, what is he anyway? Whether the new country is recognized for its legitimacy is still uncertain. Don't underestimate the feudal nature of the pirate world.

So, if Wahlbod is still alive today, he should at least bow down to Dalton.

Farewells are always so sad. This time, Chopper is leaving the island where he was born and raised with everyone's blessings.

"Doctor Kureha, I can't bear to part with you."

Chopper, in his human-beast form, threw himself into the witch's arms, his tears flowing freely and soaking her clothes.

After Hiruluk, Chopper's adoptive father, died, Kureha was nominally Chopper's apprentice, but their relationship was more like that of adoptive mother and son.

Chopper's sense of right and wrong is deeply influenced by Kureha. It was because of her that he became the reindeer doctor. Without this foster mother, he would most likely have returned to the mountains to live as a snowman after Hiruluk died of a terminal illness.

"Where could you go after your trip? It'll only be a few years before we meet again. Chopper, you're a man now. Don't cry like you did today when you encounter trouble outside."

Kureha has lived for so long, and she has personally seen many people off. Sometimes living for too long is also a kind of torment. She will stay in the castle on Drum Peak and contribute her strength to the future Sakura Kingdom.

Chopper pulled the sled alone, carrying Nami and Sanji, who were both sick. The rest of the crew were carried by the sled driven by the people. Everyone was heading towards the Going Merry. Perhaps because he was carrying too many people, or perhaps because Chopper had too much luggage, he was moving very slowly on this final journey.

Boom boom boom boom

The sound of cannons boomed from the peak of Cigu Mountain, but the shells loaded were not meant to kill. Instead, cherry blossoms bloomed in the sky, wave after wave adorning the entire peak of Cigu Mountain. In that instant, the two merged into one, transforming into a giant cherry blossom tree in the eyes of the world.

"She's so beautiful, Chopper, don't you think?"

Nami lay on the sled watching this romantic scene, and she was truly envious of the little reindeer in this farewell.

Chopper could no longer hold back his tears. He could only turn his grief and anger into strength and keep moving forward in the snow. Every now and then he would look back at the rain of cherry blossoms falling in the sky. Through his blurred vision, he saw the figure of Hiluluk.

Hiluluk's last two wishes were fulfilled by Kureha and by Chopper in the future. If he were alive, he would be very gratified. Perhaps he would even boast to other ghosts in the underworld about how he raised such a powerful son.

After this perfect farewell performance, Chopper and the others finally arrived at the Going Merry. Zoro, who was watching the ship, had already put away the rudder, and the small boat was ready to set sail at any time.

"Alan, are you really not coming with us?"

Luffy has developed a liking for this cool man. This freak who can transform into a giant has brought him endless fun, and he has forgotten his previous hostility towards him. He even invited Eren to join his crew at the banquet.

However, Eren Yeager explicitly refused, stating that he needed to stay on the island to recover from his illness. His congenital lead poisoning had been plaguing him, preventing him from freely joining Luffy and his crew on their adventures.

Eren and Luffy are destined to be on different paths.

Chapter 61 The Second Wave

With their newest crew members on board, the Straw Hat Pirates raised the sails of the Going Merry, and carried away by the gentle breeze from the sea, the small boat gradually left the coast of Drum Island.

Eren stood alone on the shore, waving goodbye to everyone. The people on the ship also waved back to him. Luffy would never forget this friend who could transform into a giant.

Chopper, held in Nami's arms, shouted at the top of his lungs, "Eren, you must hold on! When I return from my travels, I will definitely cure your lead poisoning. I promise you!" The future revealed by the light screen gave the little reindeer great confidence, and he firmly believed that he would find a way to cure this incurable disease.

"Don't forget us!" Luffy shouted to Eren, hopping and skipping on the ram's head.

In this beautiful and harmonious farewell scene, Zoro, standing on the lookout tower, sensed a whooshing sound. This was not a natural occurrence; what if it was a weapon?

Just a second ago, Allen was waving goodbye to everyone, but now his body is covered in blood, with a hole in his forehead, heart, and lungs.

The people still on the Going Merry, their faces still showing the emotion of the previous second, were replaced by confusion the next. It wasn't until Eren, who had been standing, fell down that Luffy and the others finally realized what had happened.

"Allen" x7

Chopper, reacting immediately to this sudden turn of events, broke free from Nami's embrace and transformed into a two-meter-tall human form, intending to jump off the ship to save Eren.

"Chopper, watch out, ah..."

Usopp tackled Chopper to the ground in an instant, and a long-range bullet pierced Usopp's right arm, his companion's hot blood splashing onto Chopper's face.

"Everyone lie down, there's a sniper in the distance, that really hurts!"

After saying this, Usopp covered his bleeding wound. The pain from the bullet wound almost made him faint. It was the first time he had suffered such a serious injury during an adventure. His right arm was almost broken by the bullet.