One Piece: The user of the Nen-Nen Fruit, who overturned the sea.

Roy fell into deep thought.

Indeed, both equipment and manpower are indispensable for conducting advanced research.

But how could the world government possibly sell the equipment to them?

As for the researchers, scientists capable of conducting this level of research either work for a world government or have long been silenced.

Just then, Tesoro suddenly spoke.

"Since we can't buy them... let's just rob them!"

"Rob?" Everyone was stunned.

"That's right! We're pirates."

Tezzolo's words were a revelation to Roy.

"Yeah, I'm a pirate, how come I didn't think of such a simple method?"

"Doctor..." Roy looked at Dr. Gracia.

"Doctor, you said before that you escaped from a research facility of the World Government, right?"

"Yes, I worked at the Punk Hazard research base."

I was forced to leave only after I proposed some research directions that... well... didn't quite align with the ideals of a world government.

"That's perfect!"

Tesoro slapped his thigh. "Doctor, you know that place very well. Just tell us what equipment and personnel you need, and we'll go and get them for you."

"How's it going, boss!"

To seize the world government's research base?

Roy's eyes lit up.

"Punk Hazard..."

Roy muttered to himself,

"If I remember correctly, there is indeed one of the world government's most important research facilities there."

"Doctor, do you remember the layout there?"

"Of course, I still remember the basic layout there, if they haven't done any major renovations..."

"That's enough."

Roy nodded.

"Kaido, what do you think?"

Kaido grinned maliciously and exchanged a glance with King.

"Stealing from the World Government? I love that!"

"Besides, Jin and I are very familiar with that place."

"Alright! Let's head to Punk Hazard then."

Seeing everyone nod in agreement, Roy changed the subject.

"However, we cannot act rashly."

"Boss! What do you suggest we do this time?"

Roy looked at everyone,

"We must act swiftly and decisively in this operation. Punk Hazard must be guarded by high-level forces from the World Government and the Navy."

If the battle drags on too long, a naval admiral might arrive.

"Therefore, our goal is not to capture Punk Hazard, but to raid, loot, and evacuate. The whole process must be swift."

"Doctor," Roy said, looking at Gracia.

"Make a list of the necessary equipment and personnel. For the rest, bring what you can, and leave out what you can't."

Dr. Gracia nodded quickly, "Okay! I'll go prepare right away!"

Roy continued his deployment.

"The crew consists of myself, Kaido, King, Barrett, Mihawk, and Tesoro."

Six people are enough.

"Kaido, Barrett, Mihawk, you are responsible for clearing out the surrounding personnel and blocking the island's guards."

"Jhin, Tesoro, and I rushed into the research area and took control of the core laboratory as quickly as possible."

Everyone nodded in agreement.

"When are we setting off?" Kaido was already impatient.

Roy thought for a moment, "Three days from now. In these three days, we need to do a few things."

"First, Doctor, you need to prepare a list and recall as much of Punk Hazard's defensive layout as possible."

"Second," Roy said, looking at Pea.

"Pea, empty the contents of your storage bag. We need more space."

"Third, the Ark Maxim needs to be modified to increase cargo space and defensive capabilities."

"We will depart in the early morning three days from now and are expected to arrive in Punk Hazard within two days."

With the plan finalized, everyone immediately sprang into action.

Roy also used his Observation Haki to locate Hawkeye, who was currently engaged in a battle with the mainland of Wano Country.

He mentally connected with Mihawk and informed him of the next steps.

Dr. Gracia locked himself in his makeshift laboratory and buried himself in compiling the list.

Kaido and King then began to recall the details of Punk Hazard's defenses and draw up a detailed map.

Three days passed in the blink of an eye.

The night before departure, everyone gathered in the conference room on Ghost Island to make final preparations.

The doctor unfolded a long list and a hand-drawn map.

"These are essential pieces of equipment, including gene editors, cell culture chambers, high-precision microscopes, energy analyzers... and these documents in the underground archives."

"Punk Hazard is divided into three main areas: the outer defense zone, the central research zone, and the underground secret zone. The research zone is located here."

The professor pointed to a mark on the map.

"Most of the equipment is concentrated in this area."

Roy carefully examined the map, quickly mentally strategizing.

"We'll break in from the north, which is closest to the research area and has relatively fewer guards."

"Kaido, Barrett, and Mihawk, the three of you launch a frontal assault to draw the guards' attention."

"Jhin, Tesoro, you two come with me and sneak in from the side, heading straight for the research area."

"Remember, our goal is not to kill, but to steal. Avoid mass casualties unless absolutely necessary."

"Once successful, immediately send a signal for everyone to evacuate."

Kaido took a big gulp of wine and grinned.

"Hehehehe... I love this kind of exciting thing!"

Barrett flexed his wrists.

"Finally, we can really get going!"

Hawkeye held Black Knife Night and closed his eyes to rest.

Tezzolo then inspected the emptied storage bags.

Everything is ready.

At dawn the next day, before daybreak, Ark Proverb quietly took off and headed towards Punk Hazard.

Two days later, Punk Hazard came into view.

The island is filled with buildings, chimneys belching white smoke, and various experiments are being conducted day and night.

It's not the future yet; half of it is a fiery mountain, and the other half is a glacier.

"arrive."

Roy stood at the bow, his eyes sharp.

"Proceed according to plan!"

The Ark Proverb stopped ten kilometers away from the island, hovering in the clouds high in the sky.

Six figures leaped off the ship, splitting into two groups, and flew towards the island.

Kaido, Bullet, and Mihawk transformed into three streaks of light and charged towards the island from the front.

"Enemy attack—!!!"

The piercing alarm instantly resounded throughout the entire island!

The defenders of Punk Hazard reacted extremely quickly, with countless turrets aimed at the sky, and lasers and shells rained down.

"Heat Breath!"

Kaido transformed into a blue dragon and unleashed a breath of dragon fire, engulfing all the incoming attacks.

The Barrett slammed directly into the ground, its terrifying force uprooting one turret and throwing it towards another.

Hawkeye swung his sword, and the sharp sword energy shattered all the cannonballs flying through the air.

The frontal assault instantly drew the attention of most of the island's guards.

Meanwhile, Roy, Jhin, and Tesoro stealthily infiltrated from the side.

Command: Stealth!

Roy enveloped the three of them with his mental power, shielding them from all detection devices.

The air around the three of them rippled.

Like three ghosts, they passed through the outer defense zone and headed straight for the central research area.