The Battle for Onigashima Begins

Third Person POV

The sea churned under a moonlit sky, waves crashing against the hull of Dominic's sleek ship as he stood at the prow, his black cloak billowing in the salty breeze. Daenerys, her silver hair tightly braided, scanned the dark horizon, her fingers sparking with faint flames. Missandei, her vines curling gently around her wrists, closed her eyes, sensing the ocean's restless rhythm. Aemma, her blue robe cinched tight against the chill, gripped her wand, her knuckles pale. Julius, fourteen, bounced on his toes, his chronostasis blade glinting as he grinned. Alexander, fifteen, stood serene, his violet eyes locked on Onigashima's jagged silhouette, a storm brewing in its shadow. Hazel, thirteen, leaned over the rail, ice crystals trailing from her fingertips as she giggled. Visenya remained behind, safeguarding the Stepstones.

Hazel (excited, pointing): "Papa, look over there! More ships are coming in from the mist! That's gotta be hundreds, maybe thousands of fighters joining us! This is gonna be huge!"

Julius (bold, punching the air): "Heck yeah, that's an army! Look at all those sails—Wano's bringing everything they've got! We're gonna crush Kaido and his goons, no sweat!"

Alexander (soft, thoughtful): "They're ready, I can feel it. Their resolve is like a tide, unyielding. Every man and woman on those ships carries Wano's hope in their heart."

Daenerys (warm, her voice steady): "This is more than a fleet, children. It's Wano rising, clawing back its soul from Orochi's tyranny. Tonight, they fight for their home, their future."

Missandei (serene, her eyes opening): "Their hope grows, like roots breaking through stone. The earth itself sings of their courage, of a land ready to bloom again."

Aemma (tense, her voice low): "Gods above, protect us all in this battle. So many lives, so much at stake… I pray we're strong enough to see this through."

Dominic (steady, his gaze fierce): "We are, Aemma. They're with us—every rebel, every blade, every heart. Wano's not alone tonight."

Over fifty ships converged, their sails catching the moonlight—Denjiro's vessel, adorned with Kozuki crests, cut through the waves; Ashura Doji's, packed with scarred outlaws, bristled with defiance; Kawamatsu and Hyogoro's, teeming with Udon's freed prisoners, roared with pent-up fury. Rebels crowded the decks, katanas gleaming, their faces etched with resolve, some whispering prayers, others sharpening blades.

Hazel (grinning): "Papa, is that Denjiro's ship? The one with the moon sigil? Bet he's itching to fight!"

Julius (cocky): "And that one's gotta be Ashura's—look at those tough guys! Bet I could take 'em in a spar!"

Alexander (calm): "They're all here for the same cause. Numbers don't win wars—unity does."

Dominic (raising his wand, voice amplified): "Leaders, to my ship! We plan now, before we strike!"

Denjiro leapt aboard, his sword clinking at his hip, his eyes sharp under his red hair.

Denjiro (gruff, bowing slightly): "Dominic-sama, we're here at your call. My samurai are ready to spill blood for Wano. Give us your orders, and we'll carve a path to Orochi's head."

Ashura Doji landed heavily, his scars glinting, his voice rough with skepticism.

Ashura Doji: "This better work, stranger. I've dragged my men from Kuri's shadows, betting everything on your mad plan. If this fails, Wano's hope dies with us. You sure you're ready for Kaido's wrath?"

Kawamatsu and Hyogoro followed, Kawamatsu's green skin catching the moonlight, Hyogoro's small frame belying his fierce spirit.

Kawamatsu (steady, gripping his blade): "For Hiyori-hime, for Oden's dream, I'm ready to give my life. Your words in Udon lit a fire, Dominic-sama. Let's see this through."

Hyogoro (bold, his voice booming): "For Wano's freedom, my men from Udon stand united! We've tasted chains—now we'll break Kaido's! What's the plan, lord?"

Dominic gathered them in a tight circle, his voice commanding, cutting through the sea's roar.

Dominic: "Listen closely, because we've got one shot at this. We're hitting Onigashima hard, fast, and without mercy. I'm taking Kaido myself—alone. He's mine, and I'll end him. No one interferes, understood? Alexander, Julius, you two are on King, Kaido's right-hand man, the Lunarian. His weakness is key: only attack when the flames on his back go out. That's when his speed surges, but his defenses drop. Strike hard, strike true. Can you handle it?"

Alexander (calm, nodding): "Understood, Father. We'll study his movements, wait for the moment, and bring him down."

Julius (cocky, grinning): "No sweat, Father! Me and Alex'll roast that bird-man! Flames or no flames, he's toast when we're done! Right, bro?"

Alexander (dry): "Focus, Julius. We'll do this right."

Dominic (to Daenerys and Missandei): "Dany, Missy, you're up against Queen and Jack, Kaido's other commanders. Queen's a mad scientist, Jack's a brute. They're tough, but you're tougher. Finish them as fast as you can—don't let them rally the Beasts Pirates or turn the tide. Speed's critical."

Daenerys (fierce, flames flaring): "They're ash before they can scream, Dom. Queen, Jack, their whole crew—I'll burn them to cinders and scatter their bones. Wano's waiting."

Missandei (resolute, vines tightening): "We'll end them swiftly, Dominic, for Wano's sake and its people. My vines will bind them, and Dany's fire will consume them. They won't stand long."

Dominic (to Denjiro, Kawamatsu, Hyogoro, Ashura Doji): "You four, along with Hazel, Aemma, and Yamato if she's free, take on the Tobiroppo—Kaido's six elite officers. They're deadly, but you're Wano's best. Crush them quickly, then sweep through to support the rebels against the Beasts Pirates' grunts. Every second counts—don't get bogged down."

Denjiro (determined, hand on sword): "The Tobiroppo will fall like bamboo before a storm. My blade's thirsted for this day. We'll clear them and rally the others, Dominic-sama."

Kawamatsu (fierce, eyes blazing): "For Oden's dream, for Hiyori-hime, those beasts won't stand a chance. We'll cut them down and lift our people's spirits!"

Hyogoro (bold, fists clenched): "Those Tobiroppo think they're untouchable, but Udon's fire burns hotter! We'll smash them and lead the charge, lord!"

Ashura Doji (gruff, smirking): "Fine, I'm in. Let's move already—my men are itching to gut Kaido's dogs. Tobiroppo first, then the rest. Just don't slow us down."

Hazel (cheeky, ice crackling): "I'll freeze those Tobiroppo before they can blink! They'll be ice statues when I'm done, right, Grandma Aemma?"

Aemma (steady, wand raised): "I'm ready, Dominic. For Wano, for the children, I'll fight with all I have. The Tobiroppo won't know what hit them."

Dominic: "Hiyori and Yamato are already on Onigashima, waiting for our signal. We strike as one, no hesitation, no mercy. Is that clear to everyone?"

All (in unison): "Clear!"

Denjiro: "For Kozuki, we'll win!"

Kawamatsu: "For Oden's legacy!"

Hyogoro: "For freedom!"

Ashura Doji: "Let's end this."

Dominic (final): "Good. Let's make Wano free."

As Onigashima's outpost loomed, its torches casting eerie flickers across the cliffs, Dominic nodded to his family. They raised their wands, their voices blending in a low chant, casting a massive Disillusionment Charm. The entire fleet shimmered and vanished, cloaked in invisibility, the sea swallowing their presence.

Dominic (hushed, intense): "No noise. Not a whisper, not a creak. We're ghosts until I say otherwise. One sound, and we lose the surprise."

Julius (whispering): "Got it, Father. Quiet as a mouse, promise!"

Hazel (giggling softly): "Mice are loud, Jules. We're quieter!"

Alexander (low): "Focus, both of you. The outpost's close."

Daenerys (murmuring): "This charm's perfect. They'll never see us coming."

Missandei (soft): "The earth hides us, as it hides its seeds."

Aemma (tense): "I hope it holds… so many lives depend on it."

The ships glided silently, nearing the outpost's jagged docks. Dominic pointed to a group of rebels, their faces shadowed but determined.

Dominic (whisper): "You lot, take out the guards. Silent kills—knives, garrotes, no screams. Go."

The rebels slipped into the water, their movements sleek as eels. Knives flashed in the moonlight, and moments later, they signaled—guards down, throats slit, bodies hidden. The fleet docked, rebels disembarking with soft steps, katanas drawn, eyes glinting with purpose.

Dominic (whisper): "Everyone ready? This is it."

Nods rippled through the ranks, no shouts, only the quiet clink of steel and the fire in their gazes. Dominic turned to Alexander, his voice firm.

Dominic: "Alex, you're up. Open the way. Show Wano what Uruk's heir can do."

Alexander stepped toward Onigashima's entrance, his sword gleaming like a star. Dominic raised a hand, his voice a low command.

Dominic: "Stop. Everyone, watch."

Alexander lifted his blade, his violet eyes blazing as his voice rose, resonant and commanding, carrying across the silent fleet.

Alexander: "Come, gather again, fearless fighters who dreamed of reaching the farthest land! You, who rode with me through dust and blood, who carved glory from chaos! The marks we make here will echo through Wano's history, a testament to our unbreakable will! Ionioi Hetairoi! AALALALALALALAI!"

A golden rift tore open the night, and the Ionioi Hetairoi—thousands of spectral warriors, clad in ancient armor, spears and shields raised—surged forth like a tidal wave. Their battle cry shattered the silence, a thunderous "AALALALAI!" that shook Onigashima's cliffs. The army marched, their boots pounding, their banners snapping, a storm of steel and valor charging into Kaido's stronghold.

Rebels gaped, jaws slack, eyes bulging, some clutching their katanas tightly, others frozen in awe.

Denjiro (stunned, voice hoarse): "What in the name of the gods is that? An army summoned from the heavens? This… this is beyond anything Wano's ever seen! Dominic-sama, your son commands legends!"

Kawamatsu (awed, gripping his blade): "Such power… it's as if Oden's spirit walks with us, reborn in this boy's army! Hiyori-hime's dream lives in this moment!"

Hyogoro (thrilled, laughing): "Incredible! Kaido's beasts don't stand a chance against this might!"

Ashura Doji (gruff, smirking): "Hmph. Never thought I'd see the day. We might just win this after all, stranger. Your boy's got guts—and an army to match."

Hazel (smug, nudging Julius): "That's my big brother, kicking butt like a boss! Told ya Alex was awesome!"

Julius (hyped, fist-pumping): "Let's go, Alex! That's how you start a war! Time for us to shine, right, Hazel?"

Daenerys (proud, smiling): "Well done, Alexander. You've set the stage for Wano's rebirth. Your army lights the way."

Missandei (warm, vines blooming): "A new dawn rises with your warriors, Alexander. Their march is Wano's heartbeat."

Dominic (fierce, wand raised): "Follow them! For Wano! For freedom! Charge!"

The rebels roared, gripping their blades as they surged after the Ionioi Hetairoi, the battle for Onigashima ignited with a blaze of hope and steel.