Arena

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The Kuja women led the way, and Coby followed, taking in the lush surroundings of Amazon Lily. The island buzzing with activity as they prepared for Hancock's return.

As they walked, Coby caught glimpses of the island's unique architecture, the towering stone walls decorated with serpentine designs, the vivid colors that marked the homes of the Kuja warriors. It was impressive, to say the least. The Kuja tribe had carved out a formidable existence here, and it showed in every detail of the island.

Once they were in the city, Coby smiled at Margaret, Sweet Pea, and Aphelandra. "I was preparing for the arena, so I'll make my way there. See you later, sisters." The three nodded and smiled back, heading their separate ways.

Coby, walking through the lively city, took in the sights. The streets bustled with Kuja warriors going about their business, their sharp eyes and muscular forms showing just how battle-hardened they were. 

He soon arrived at the grand arena. The towering stone walls were covered in intricate designs, reflecting the island's rich warrior culture. A few spectators had already gathered, eager for the fights to come. Coby stepped into the center, feeling the gaze of the audience on him. The arena was alive with the sounds of cheering and weapons clashing in earlier rounds.

The announcer's voice boomed across the arena. "Next up, a new challenger! Let's see if this one has what it takes to stand victorious!" The crowd roared in approval, and Coby smirked slightly. He wasn't here to show off everything he had, but he wasn't going to hold back entirely either.

His first opponent stepped into the ring—a tall, muscular Kuja woman wielding a spear. She eyed Coby, her grip tightening as she twirled the weapon with ease. The crowd roared in anticipation, eager to see the newcomer's skills.

Coby smirked, casually rolling his shoulders. The announcer's voice boomed across the arena, hyping up the crowd. "Let's see if the challenger can keep up with one of our finest warriors!"

The Kuja warrior lunged forward without a word, her spear aimed directly at Coby's chest. Coby sidestepped quickly, narrowly dodging the tip of the weapon. He moved with fluidity, his body light on its feet, barely making a sound as he danced around her attack.

The crowd cheered as the fight intensified. The Kuja woman spun her spear in a wide arc, trying to catch Coby off guard, but he anticipated her moves, ducking just in time and closing the distance. With a quick jab of his hand, he struck her forearm, causing her to lose her grip on the spear.

She grunted, backing off for a moment, clearly surprised. "Not bad," she muttered under her breath, retrieving the weapon.

"Thanks, but I'm just getting started," Coby replied, keeping his tone light.

The Kuja warrior rushed him again, thrusting her spear in a flurry of attacks. Coby dodged each one, his movements sharp. He wasn't using any flashy techniques, just sticking to basic hand-to-hand combat and letting his natural agility do the work. As she came in with a wide sweep, he ducked low, sweeping her legs out from under her.

The warrior crashed to the ground, her spear clattering beside her. Coby stepped back, giving her space to stand.

"Get up," he said simply, watching as she retrieved her weapon. The crowd was loving every second of the match, and Coby could feel the excitement buzzing in the air.

The Kuja woman stood, dusting herself off. "You're fast," she admitted, spinning her spear once more, but Coby could see the wear starting to show. She was getting tired, and he hadn't even broken a sweat.

The fight continued for a few more minutes, Coby playing defensively, dodging and countering her strikes without pushing too hard. Finally, with one swift move, he disarmed her for the last time, sending her spear flying out of the ring.

The crowd erupted in cheers as the announcer declared Coby the winner. He gave the Kuja warrior a respectful nod, and she returned it before leaving the arena.

"Next round!" the announcer boomed. "Our challenger moves on!"

The next opponent was smaller but faster, wielding dual swords. Coby could tell she relied more on speed and agility rather than brute strength. The fight began quickly, with her launching into a series of fast, precise strikes. Coby matched her speed, parrying her blades with his forearms, using just enough force to deflect them without taking any real damage.

The swordswoman pressed harder, trying to break through his defenses, but Coby was too quick, too efficient. He saw an opening and took it, sweeping her legs out from under her just as he had done with the first opponent. She hit the ground hard, but she was back on her feet in an instant, eyes burning with determination.

"Persistent," Coby commented, dodging another flurry of strikes. He wasn't even using his advanced abilities, but the audience didn't seem to notice. To them, this was just another thrilling fight.

The battle continued for several minutes, with Coby keeping his distance, occasionally landing a well-placed counter. The swordswoman was skilled, no doubt, but she was getting tired. Her movements were becoming slower, less precise. Finally, Coby saw his chance. He caught her wrists mid-swing and twisted, disarming her. The swords clattered to the ground, and Coby stepped back, signaling the end of the fight.

"Winner!" the announcer shouted again as the crowd erupted in applause.

The next few rounds followed a similar pattern. Coby faced warrior after warrior, each one putting up a good fight but ultimately falling short. He didn't use any of his "Magical" abilities, relying solely on his physical prowess. Devil Fruit abilities were special to Boa Sisters in Amazon Lily, and everyone assumed they acquired them through their deadly battle against Gordon. If he were to show anything out of the norm, he would draw too much attention.

The more Coby won, the more people gathered, eager to see who this "new girl" was that kept breaking through every challenge thrown her way. His strength and skill in battle made him more attractive to the Kuja women, who were not only impressed by his combat ability but also drawn to his growing reputation. As his victories stacked up, whispers spread through the crowd—strength and beauty were one and the same in Amazon Lily, and Coby's strength only amplified his perceived beauty.

Each opponent had given Coby a solid challenge, especially when they began to incorporate Haki into their attacks. While their Haki-infused strikes were manageable, he could sense that tougher fighters were on the horizon. He wanted to use only his physical powers, but the fights kept coming. The Kuja warriors were relentless, determined to break his winning streak.

Another fighter stepped into the arena, this one wielding a massive mace. She was taller than the others, with a muscular build that screamed raw power. Her grip tightened around the handle of her weapon, and without a word, she charged at Coby, swinging the mace toward his head. Coby ducked under the swing, feeling the rush of air as the heavy weapon passed inches from his face.

He moved quickly, sidestepping another attack before lunging forward. With a well-placed strike to her wrist, he forced her to drop the mace. She cursed under her breath but didn't back down. Instead, she came at him with her fists, using pure brute strength to try and overwhelm him. Coby blocked each punch, keeping his movements smooth and efficient, waiting for the right moment. As she overextended on a punch, he caught her arm and flipped her over his shoulder, slamming her into the ground.

The crowd roared with approval. The announcer's voice echoed through the arena, hyping the audience even more. "Another win for the newcomer!"

Coby's next opponent was already waiting as the previous one left the arena. This one had an air of confidence, her movements sharp and precise. She was fast—faster than the others—and as soon as the fight started, she closed the distance between them, launching a flurry of punches and kicks. Coby dodged and deflected most of her strikes, but she managed to land a few hits, forcing him to stay on his toes.

This one wasn't going down easily. She mixed in Haki-infused strikes, and while Coby could handle them, the intensity was ramping up. He countered with a quick elbow to her side, followed by a sweep of her legs. She hit the ground but rolled to her feet almost instantly, her eyes burning with determination.

The crowd was louder than ever, cheering for both fighters as they clashed again. The Kuja warrior pressed forward with another round of attacks, but Coby saw an opening. He spun around her, catching her in a chokehold, and with a sharp twist, he threw her to the ground. This time, she stayed down. The announcer's voice boomed again, declaring Coby the victor once more.

Margaret and the others arrived at the arena just in time to witness the spectacle. The 'girl' they had met in the forest—the one who had shared a meal with them—was on a winning streak, having bested opponent after opponent. The crowd, which had been slowly gathering, was now packed, with every seat filled. Whispers spread among the warriors, many of them impressed by the newcomer's unyielding strength.

"Is that… her?" Sweet Pea asked, her eyes wide in disbelief.

Margaret nodded slowly. "It is. She's stronger than she looks."

The announcer's voice boomed across the arena once more. "And with that, we have a hundred wins for our new challenger!"

The crowd erupted into cheers, but Coby, still in his altered form, smiled and raised a hand for silence. "I thank all my sisters for the support," he said with a grin, "but I need to take an hour's break."

A few playful boos came from the crowd, though the excitement hadn't faded. It was rare for someone to fight this many battles without breaking, and the warriors were impressed by the newcomer's resilience.

PS: He earns SP after each battle.

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