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"It seems that Whitebeard is still the strongest man in the world,"
"But for the Seven Warlords of the Sea, especially Crocodile, we might need to reconsider Vladimir's assessment of their combat power!"
The somewhat bald Five Elders had serious expressions, and the corners of their mouths twitched slightly.
Humans have limits. In the world of pirates, most ordinary people can only reach a combat power level of A+ at most.
Anyone with a combat power of S- or higher is considered a legend on the seas.
Even the World Government, which has ruled the entire world for hundreds of years, must be cautious when facing anyone with a combat power above S-.
And that's especially true when facing Whitebeard, or any of the top combat forces on the seas who are probably just slightly weaker than him.
Anyone with combat power of S- or higher who causes destruction on the seas can deal irreversible damage to countless countries in the pirate world.
For example, Aokiji and Akainu's fight could permanently change the climate of an island, Doflamingo's Birdcage can trap an entire country,
Whitebeard's Shock Fruit, the World Destroyer's Momo Fruit, and Golden Lion's Lion Fruit can turn entire islands into history.
In the pirate world, how many islands or countries can survive the chaotic destruction caused by those with S- combat power or higher?
That's why there are no large continents in the pirate world, only countless island nations.
Once, there was a huge kingdom in the pirate world, but now it has completely disappeared.
Even though the Ancient Weapon Uranus, controlled by Lord Im, could easily destroy those islands and countries,
No one wants to rule a dead, empty world.
"Yes, it seems the power of the Seven Warlords of the Sea is still essential to maintaining order on the seas,"
"Especially since Crocodile wants to conquer Alabasta!"
The curly-haired Five Elder spoke with a sarcastic smile, his voice deep,
"After the Nefertari family chose not to enter Mary Geoise, they ceased to be part of us!"
"They are traitors!"
"And traitors don't deserve God's protection!"
Even though Alabasta is one of the most powerful countries in the World Government, it has always been secretly suppressed by them.
The World Government doesn't want any real superpowers in the pirate world.
The decision made by the Nefertari family long ago set their fate. The World Government has long since drifted away from the path the Nefertari family once followed.
One is far above, while the other is still grounded in the dirt.
But what's high in the sky might not always be the true prize, and those who stay close to the ground might continue forever.
"Let's put all of Crocodile's plans for Alabasta on hold for now,"
"We'll wait until the Pacifista Project and the Seraphim Project are successful, then we can eliminate the Seven Warlords of the Sea."
"Everything Crocodile fought for,"
"Will become the fruit of God!"
The bearded Five Elder said coldly, and the others nodded in agreement.
But later, after reviewing some information about the Gangplank Pirates, Fish-Man Island, and the four seas, the Five Elders frowned again.
It seems the sea has never calmed down since Planck set sail. Big news keeps coming in, and strange, powerful men and forces are appearing everywhere.
As the Five Elders, whose job is to maintain balance on the seas,
This time has been especially difficult for them.
The Five Elders were troubled by the chaos in the seas, but Duke, along with Ahri, the German general manager Xin Zhao,
And the ocean dragon, which had been swimming in the seas, hunting Sea Kings without heading back to West Blue,
Instead, after encountering a transparent blue bird, they started heading straight for jaya Island!
Above jaya Island is the legendary Sky Island, where the Golden Country is located.
There, a massive treasure is buried.
It's time for Enel to understand what a true god really is.
Duke led Janna, Ahri, and the others straight to jaya Island.
Bilgewater in the New World had already united all the forces of the nations in Planck,
And after using Charlotte Linlin to create a large number of Homitz factories, he began his journey to fortune.
The Four Emperors group in the New World can't just be called a pirate group.
It's more accurate to describe it as a collection of princes or nations that rule parts of the New World.
Each of the Four Emperors controls a large area of sea in the New World, with many countries under their command that raise their flags and pay tribute every year.
The Big Mom Pirates used to collect tribute from all the countries under their rule every year—mostly desserts—while the taxes paid by citizens in their direct territories were paid in souls.
But once the emperor and his ministers took power, and after Planck rose to power, all the rules had to be changed.
What does Planck need with those desserts?
He doesn't want to be a fat man.
He's fine with just having oranges to eat!
Paying the tribute on time, opening all ports, and not taxing goods in Bilgewater is the way to go.
The fully automated Homitz factory will introduce capital colonization and mass production to countless countries in the pirate world.
As for the previous two months of life taxes paid by citizens every year,
Planck changed it to just one month or the normal tax payment.
Now, people either pay money or give up part of their life span.
This is fair and generous enough.
For the citizens of Bilgewater, all they need to do is pay some money and give one month of their life per year.
In return, they get the protection of the Four Emperors, which is a great deal.
At least now, after paying their tribute, they don't have to worry about being attacked by other pirates who would steal their wealth and take their lives.
In the pirate world, where pirates and wars are everywhere, it's a luxury for civilians to live peacefully.
Under Gangplank's leadership, Bilgewater grew stronger and stronger.
To better promote products and make more money, Planck even created his own "Iron Law of the Sea."
No private fighting or killing is allowed in Bilgewater.
Anyone who dares to plunder or fight in Bilge water's—whether pirates, Marines, merchants, or bounty hunters—
Will face death!
Gangplank wants to turn Bilgewater into a peaceful haven in the world of pirates.
This way, Bilgewater will become a paradise for pirates and merchants across the seas.
Only a peaceful environment can create thriving businesses and safety.
It will also attract pirates and bounty hunters who are tired of constant fighting.
Big pirates who spent their whole lives making money but are always on the run, unable to find a place to live in peace, are wasting their time.
How great would it be for them to spend their saved fortunes and enjoy their final years in Bilgewater?
Bilgewater was becoming more prosperous, and pirates or bounty hunters who challenged Planck's laws were quickly hanged at Killer's Pier.
Only strength and blood can create power, and Planck's Iron Law is now etched into the hearts of everyone on the seas.
Just like Big Mom's tea party cannot be refused, Whitebeard's son must respect the Iron Law of the Sea—
But all of this has been built on the blood of many people.
Planck's power grows every day, and on Fish-Man Island,
Nami, the Tide Summoner, and Jinbei, the Hero of the Sea, are about to have their showdown!
It's time to decide the future of Fish-Man Island.