Chapter 12: Conqueror’s Territory, Telekinesis?

Among the pirate crews led by the three legendary pirates, the strongest was undoubtedly the Roger Pirates, followed by the Golden Lion Pirates, and finally, the Whitebeard Pirates.

Yes, despite Whitebeard being hailed as the "Strongest Man in the World," his crew wasn't actually the strongest.

At first glance, it might seem like the Golden Lion Pirates were superior because they nearly destroyed the Roger Pirates during the Battle of Edd War.

However, that was due to special circumstances.

Just like how the Straw Hat Pirates—despite being incredibly powerful—would still have trouble escaping a fleet of Marine warships, marine battles relied on more than just raw strength.

Strong ships and powerful artillery were the real killing weapons in marine combat.

At Edd War, Shiki's fleet had the advantage in numbers, ships, and firepower, while Roger's crew was forced into a defensive position.

But if the battle had taken place on land?

The Roger Pirates would have crushed them.

Why?

Because the Roger Pirates recruited strong partners, not followers.

➤ Rayleigh, the Dark King, was as powerful as Roger himself. He joined as an equal, not a subordinate.

➤ Gaban, another top-tier fighter, stood alongside Rayleigh as one of Roger's strongest men.

Meanwhile, the Golden Lion Pirates only recruited subordinates—not equals.

A pirate as strong as Rayleigh would never willingly lower himself to be Shiki's underling.

And then… there were the Whitebeard Pirates.

Whitebeard: "Gurarara… What are you trying to say, Lucas?"

Lucas: "The Whitebeard Pirates have 16 divisions and 43 allied crews… but the truly powerful ones are just the captains of the first five divisions."

Lucas: "And now? The second division captain, Ace, is dead and stuck here in the chat. The fourth division captain, Thatch, was murdered by Blackbeard. That leaves only three real powerhouses."

Lucas: "And during the war, Diamond Jozu—the third division captain—had his arm shattered by Admiral Aokiji. His strength has significantly declined. So now… the Whitebeard Pirates only have two and a half people who can really fight."

Whitebeard: "…"

Fire Fist Ace: "…"

Heartbreaking.

Golden Lion Shiki: "Hah! No need to sugarcoat it—the Whitebeard Pirates are finished."

Fisher Tiger: "Mr. Newgate… I don't think your crew can defeat Blackbeard either."

Pirate King Roger: "DAMN IT! That bastard Teach! Lucas, you need to kill him for me!"

Whitebeard: "Gurarara! I was thinking the same thing. Lucas, didn't you say you could help me?"

Lucas: "I can, but I'm still too weak right now. I need you guys to give me some of your abilities first."

Lucas: "Click on the red envelope option in the chat. You'll understand."

Roger's curiosity piqued, and he followed Lucas's instructions.

Suddenly, a menu appeared before him.

➤ Pirate King Roger - Sendable Abilities:

Conqueror's Haki (Top Level)

Observation Haki (Advanced)

Armament Haki (Advanced)

Swordsmanship (Advanced)

Physical Training (Intermediate)

Marksmanship (Basic)

Talent (Hidden, Advanced)

[*Tl: It does not said explain early on but as I'm reading ahead to translate and edit I see the level of this skill is : Basic -> Intermediate -> Advanced -> Great -> Top]

Pirate King Roger: "@Lucas, [Screenshot - Pirate King Roger, Sendable Abilities] …is this what you meant?"

Lucas: "Yep, that's it."

Whitebeard: "Is this… our strength from when we were alive?"

Lucas: "Exactly! Right now, I'm just a Marine recruit with zero power. If you want me to take down Teach, you need to help me get stronger first."

Golden Lion Shiki: "Hold up! Who the hell decided that Roger's Conqueror's Haki is at top level?! I don't agree with this ranking!"

Pirate King Roger: "Hahahaha! What's wrong, Shiki? Don't tell me you're jealous! You should've known long ago that my Conqueror's Haki was stronger than yours!"

Golden Lion Shiki: "Bullshit! There shouldn't be that much of a gap! 'Top Level' is the highest possible rank—there's no way you're that far ahead of me!"

Lucas: "Shiki, don't argue with the system. Its judgment is absolutely accurate."

Pirate King Roger: "Hahaha! Shiki, admit it—there's a difference between us! My Conqueror's Haki is the strongest in the world! Have you ever heard of the Conqueror's Territory?"

Golden Lion Shiki: "What?"

Whitebeard: "Oh? Roger, you're bringing that up?"

Pirate King Roger: "Haki is usually just an invisible force of will. But if you train it to the absolute peak, it can physically affect objects."

Whitebeard: "That's true. I saw Shanks do the same thing. When we last met, he used his Conqueror's Haki to shatter the planks of my ship just by standing there."

Pirate King Roger: "Haha! Looks like Shanks is on the right path. Now, do you understand, Shiki?"

Pirate King Roger: "When Conqueror's Haki reaches its peak, it's not just about overpowering weaklings. It's about control."

Pirate King Roger: "At its highest level, Conqueror's Haki can act like an invisible hand, allowing you to manipulate and move objects around you."

Lucas: "Wait… are you saying it gives you telekinesis?!"

Lucas was stunned.

Could training Conqueror's Haki to the absolute extreme allow someone to gain psychic-like abilities?!

Pirate King Roger: "That's right! And the Conqueror's Territory is the maximum range that this ability can extend!"

Lucas: "Holy crap… that's broken."

If this was true, then top-tier Conqueror's Haki users could essentially use mind over matter to dominate their surroundings.

No wonder Roger was ranked at the top.

Golden Lion Shiki: "Tch… whatever. I still don't agree with your ranking!"

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