Lately, the New World had been brimming with unrest.
At the center of it all was Big Mom, the newly crowned Emperor of the Sea, who was hosting a lavish tea party on Cake Island. She had invited an array of powerful pirates and high-profile elites from across the world.
With every major force keeping a close eye on Cake Island, Big Mom had summoned all her children home to ensure the inaugural tea party went off without a hitch.
On the island, Jacob Bovan stood frozen in disbelief, staring at the surreal scene before him. He blinked, unsure if he was hallucinating. Teacups were hopping around, utensils dancing and singing a bizarre tune and yet, it was oddly catchy.
Wait... where the hell was he?
Ding!
Congratulations, Host, on entering the world of One Piece! I am the Shock Value System. I'll score your actions based on how shocking they are to others. Rewards will be distributed randomly based on your score.
The world of One Piece?
He had actually arrived in One Piece!
Jacob's eyes widened, his heart pounding with disbelief. As a lifelong fan of the series, he instantly recognized the setting: Big Mom's territory. That meant he had transmigrated straight into the lion's den.
"Prometheus, what's up with you? You're acting really strange."
The voice came from nearby. Floating lazily through the air was a grayish-white cloud with a weary, almost drained look on its face.
Jacob immediately recognized it Zeus, the thundercloud.
But... did it just call him Prometheus?
Could it be… he had become Prometheus?
The realization hit late, but once it did, Jacob focused inward. A vast, fiery energy surged within him. He instinctively tapped into it. In an instant, his body originally the size of Zeus expanded drastically. A scorching blaze erupted from within, burning the earth beneath him. The air shimmered, and the ground cracked open from the heat.
Ding!
Zeus was shocked by the Host's behavior. Evaluation: B. Reward: Full soul fusion with Prometheus. Freed from Charlotte Linlin's control.
Ding!
News King Morgans was shocked by the Host's behavior. Evaluation: B. Reward: Fire Style — Great Fireball Technique!
Ding!
Queen of the Pleasure District, Stussy, was shocked by the Host's behavior. Evaluation: B. Reward: Transformation Technique — MAX Level!
A torrent of knowledge about these new skills flooded Jacob's thoughts. But before he could fully process it all, Katakuri and several other powerful figures rushed onto the scene.
"Prometheus! What the hell are you doing? Are you betraying Mother?!"
Katakuri hadn't attacked yet. He stood at the ready, fury in his gaze. Even though Prometheus was a Homie created by Big Mom, disrupting her tea party like this was something Katakuri couldn't tolerate.
Jacob, still reeling, snapped at the name.
"I'm not Prometheus! My name is Jacob Bovan! Remember it!"
Perhaps it was the remnants of Prometheus's soul amplifying his temper, but rage suddenly surged through him.
"Fire Style — Great Fireball Technique!"
He opened his mouth wide. A massive ball of fire gathered and shot forward, its power immense.
Katakuri narrowed his eyes. "Protect the guests. No matter what, they must not be harmed. Mother cares deeply about this tea party."
With that, he charged forward, Armament Haki coating his arm. He punched straight into the fireball. The impact scattered flames everywhere, setting the area ablaze.
The inferno raged like a living beast, threatening to devour the sky itself.
Ding!
Katakuri was shocked by the Host's strength. Evaluation: A. Reward: Basic Armament Haki, Basic Observation Haki, Basic Conqueror's Haki!
Another system notification rang in Jacob's mind, and he could hardly contain his excitement.
In the world of One Piece, the Three Colors of Haki were the foundation of strength. And he had just obtained all three at once.
This was the path forward disrupt the norm, create shock, and grow stronger with every ripple he caused.
"Prometheus! You bastard! You dare ruin Mother's tea party?! I'll kill you!"
Katakuri's arms morphed into a barrage of mochi cannons. Hardened with Haki, they began firing relentlessly.
"Peerless Mochi Blade Rounds!"
Hundreds of Haki-infused mochi bullets whistled through the air toward Jacob.
The overwhelming barrage made Jacob's scalp prickle but only slightly.
"As Big Mom's top commander, you should know that Armament Haki can't even touch me!"
He let the bullets hit him head-on, a smirk forming on his face. His eyes gleamed with defiance.
Ding!
Katakuri was once again shocked by the Host's words. His composure begins to crumble. Evaluation: S. Reward: Exotic Flame Golden Emperor Flame Lv.1!
Jacob's eyes lit up at the announcement.
As someone with insider knowledge, he knew just how terrifying the Golden Emperor Flame was even at Level 1.
As it merged with his existing flames, his body surged with energy. He felt unstoppable.
"Katakuri! Let's see who burns brighter!"
Jacob's entire form ignited, his red flames turning to gold. The heat warped the air, setting the sky ablaze. Onlookers fled the battlefield in panic, unable to withstand the scorching pressure.
Ding!
Charlotte Brûlée was shocked by the Host's behavior. Evaluation: A. Reward: Supreme Grade Sword 'Flamepiercer'.
Ding!
'Flamepiercer' has been stored in the system inventory.
Zeus finally broke from his stupor.
"This... this isn't the Prometheus I know. This is terrifying!"
He zipped away into the sky.
Jacob didn't spare him a glance. His attention was locked on Katakuri.
Without a doubt, Katakuri was a monster in his own right. Even if he hadn't yet awakened future-sight Observation Haki, his strength was formidable enough to earn him the title of Sweet Commander.
Jacob began condensing golden fire in his mouth. The radiance grew more intense.
"You won't succeed!"
Katakuri morphed his hands into long mochi rods, coated them in Haki, and lunged forward.
Boom!!
Crash!!
The Golden Emperor Flame blasted into Katakuri's punch. The blistering heat dozens of times stronger than before charred his arm instantly. Blood dripped onto the ground, only to be vaporized on contact.
If not for the Haki protecting his flesh, his arm might have turned to ashes.
Jacob, meanwhile, floated in mid-air, completely unharmed. He radiated such heat that the very air sizzled. Breathing in this space could burn your throat.
Terrifying beyond reason.