Chapter 133: The Flame That Lit the Sea...
West of the Grandline- Unknown Island
This is a forsaken realm in the Grand Line, where the natural order has decayed into a grotesque mockery of life. The sky is a hollow void, devoid of stars or sun, cloaked in restless clouds streaked with unnatural lightning that illuminates the abyss in fleeting, spectral flashes. The air is thick and suffocating, clinging to the skin like cold ash, gnawing at the soul with every breath. Countless ancient monuments rise from the abyss—weathered obelisks and arches etched with twisted runes, their surfaces weeping black fluid into the churning sea. Fractured statues stand like mournful giants, their hollow eyes eternally gazing into the void.
Beneath this cursed sky lies an ocean of nightmares, smooth as polished obsidian yet slick with a viscous sheen that reflects the corrupted light above. Waves writhe and convulse in chaotic surges, towering hundreds of feet high before collapsing into themselves with thunderous roars. The water glows faintly with black phosphorescence when disturbed, revealing grotesque shapes far below—twisting tentacles, skeletal remains, and forms too blasphemous to comprehend. These treacherous waters swallow ships and souls alike, making the abyss a graveyard of forgotten horrors.
The eerie silence is shattered by the cries of the damned, agonizing wails that echo through the void with bone-chilling clarity. Some are guttural and low, others shrill and piercing, as though countless tormented souls are trapped beneath the waves, pleading for release. These cries are so potent and malevolent that they pierce the senses, causing blood to spill from the ears and eyes of those unfortunate enough to hear them. Even seasoned sailors whisper tales of these ghostly echoes, remnants of despair that haunt the mind long after they've faded.
At the heart of this abyssal expanse rises The Hand of Fate, a titanic island shaped like the skeletal hand of a fallen god, clawing desperately at the heavens. Its five jagged fingers stretch toward the sky, blackened by ancient fires and slick with eternal rains that carry the stench of sulfur and decay. The twisted rock formations seem almost unnatural, as if frozen mid-scream, remnants of some long-forgotten calamity. Lightning crackles in the distance, illuminating the fractured plateau at the island's center—a land of shipwrecks and bones, where the past lingers in silent, ghostly echoes. The very earth beneath trembles, pulsing like the dying heartbeat of a slumbering colossus, as if the island itself resents its own existence.
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And standing atop the highest peak, etched against the howling void, are five shadows. Their mere presence distorts the air, warping reality itself as if the world struggles to contain them. Each radiates an aura of pure devastation, a force of nature given form.
One stands in perfect stillness, yet an unseen chill bleeds from them, a void so absolute it silences even the storm. Another crackles with raw, anarchic energy, their form flickering like a wildfire consuming everything in its wake. The third carries a crushing weight, an unseen force pressing down as if the very sky bends to their will, suffocating all who dare step near. The fourth shimmers like a mirage, their presence flickering in and out of existence, a harbinger of things not meant to be seen.
And the last—a towering abyss given form. Shadows coil around them like starving beasts, devouring even the light, leaving behind nothing but a hungry, endless void.
"You all have seen the news out at sea, right?"
A shadowy figure stands atop the index finger, his entire body shifting like living darkness. Only his eyes shine through—golden, radiant, piercing like twin beacons in the void. Around him, a royal blue aura pulses like the depths of the midnight sea, vast and unfathomable, carrying the weight of unspoken authority. His presence alone exudes raw, primal power, an overwhelming force that seems almost inhuman, like a storm held in check, waiting for the moment to be unleashed.
He lets the words hang for a moment before his voice rumbles again, deep and edged with a predatory growl.
"I'm sure you know what that means… what it means for us."
Standing on the pinky finger, his emerald eyes burn with quiet intensity, glowing like fire in the dark. His crimson aura unfurls around him, like the calculated motion of a predator stalking its prey—slow, deliberate, and unhurried. In a calm, measured tone, he speaks, "It means that it's a joyous day for me. For a moment, I thought I would be broke for a while."
A shadow perched on the thumb, his amber eyes flickering like a mischievous flame, his aura playful yet unsettling, weaving like a tangled web of dark energy. His voice carries a light, mocking tone, tinged with probability-driven whimsy.
"Well said. I, too, thought I would have to gamble my way out of debt. But now? The dice are rolling in our favor. Each die holds its fate, and misfortune... always favors those who are to die."
With a soft, almost mocking sigh, he shakes his head.
"What a pity... such a promising bunch, and yet they'll be nothing but gains in our hands."
"Promising? Hah... The only promising thing about them is the tombstone I'll carve for them at the bottom of the ocean."
As those words hang in the air, the figure on the middle finger spoke right after, his violet eyes burning like molten amethyst, his gaze piercing and unyielding. His aura swirls around him like a dark, pulsating cloud of thunderous energy, a violent storm waiting to erupt.
As the words of the figure on the middle finger fade, a presence rises from the finger beside him, the one closest to the palm. Standing on it, his eyes radiate a quiet, serene wisdom, the gaze almost as if seeing through the very fabric of time. His aura, a soft, ethereal glow, illuminates his surroundings like moonlight piercing through mist, calm yet undeniably potent.
"Don't underestimate them especially that one Chaos," he speaks, his voice steady and clear, resonating with a deep knowledge, as though he has seen countless fates unfold. "Even the smallest spark can ignite the greatest blaze. There is more to their fate than we see now."
The figure on the middle finger sneers, his violet eyes glowing with a cold, calculating intensity. His aura seethes, like a brewing storm ready to consume everything in its path.
"It doesn't matter,"he mutters, his voice dripping with disdain. "A Supernova, a strong pirate, they're all the same. We've crushed and killed countless pirates before, and nothing will change. They'll die by our hands, just like the rest—buried in the Grand Line and forgotten by the world."
"Since there are no objections," he says, his voice measured, the royal blue aura around him shimmering faintly, as if it were alive, "once their bounty has been updated, that's when we begin our hunt."
The figures stand on the fingers of The Hand of Fate, their glowing eyes cutting through the darkness like beacons of malice. The air is thick with their auras—royal blue, amber, crimson, violet, and emerald—each one distinct yet blending into a symphony of deadly intent. The figures stand on the fingers of The Hand of Fate, their glowing eyes cutting through the darkness like beacons of malice. The air is thick with their auras—golden, amber, crimson, violet, and emerald—each one distinct yet blending into a symphony of deadly intent.
Then, from the shadowy figure wreathed in a crimson aura, voice laced with nothing but calm uttered.
"Oh? It seems like there's someone here to celebrate with us."
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Raging Tide- Grandline
This is an endless oceanic battlefield where fierce, unrelenting storms rage across the seas, with thunder constantly echoing through the sky. The waters are filled with towering waves, treacherous whirlpools, and jagged rocks, making it a place so dangerous that no sailor dares to venture near. The storms here seem to have a mind of their own, growing stronger the deeper one travels into this chaotic expanse.
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The Crimson Storm – Captain Rakar "The Tempest King" Vhalmor
Bounty: 540,000,000 Berries
Captain Rakar, a fearsome figure dressed in storm-blackened armor, stands at the bow of his ship, The Tempest Fury. His crew, a band of storm-touched men and women, are all fiercely loyal to his will.
"The Grand Line will Iin total chaos soon," Rakar announces with a booming voice that drowns out the sound of the crashing waves. "We must prepare, men! We should be prepared for war!"
His voice rises above the roars of the storm, and his eyes blaze with the madness of someone who knows the power of destruction. "The multitude of pirates across these seas shall follow their wrath across the waves! We will charge forth into the heart of the storm. Let their roars carry across the sea!
WAR! WAR! WAR!"
The thunder cracks, and from the horizon, the dark silhouettes of his fleet appear, rising from the storm. They move as one, a relentless force of nature itself. Rakar's crew echoes his war cry, and the roar of the ships rumbles through the stormy skies like the approach of a tempest.
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The illusion of Nayamok- Grandline
The mist-shrouded archipelago is a mysterious, fog-covered realm where eerie songs drift on the wind, said to be the voices of lost sailors or warnings from the islands themselves. The archipelago is a treacherous maze of hidden coves, cliffs, and shifting forests. Sailors who enter often return changed, haunted by the whispers and melodies they hear, unsure whether they are treasures or curses. This place blurs the line between the living and the dead, with the past lingering in the mist like an ever-present, cryptic force.
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A massive, armored figure steps forward through the fog, his booted feet crunching on the cracked stone beneath him. His armor gleams faintly under the dim light, and his heavy, broad shoulders make him a menacing figure. His sword, sheathed at his side, looks as if it could cleave through mountains.
Garven chuckles to himself and speaks in a deep, rough voice.
"What's the big fuss about the Black Flame Pirates? Sure, they've caused a bit of chaos, but honestly, it's not like they've done anything too earth-shattering.
It's not a big deal, Garven. You can't even do something like that yourself. It's not even a challenge."
A woman with long auburn hair that flows freely, framing her sharp features said she appeared abruptly to where Graven was. Her eyes are a vibrant green, always full of mischief. She wears a tight-fitting leather vest with high boots, along with a long flowing scarf that seems to dance in the wind. A dagger is strapped to her thigh, ready for quick use.
"Tour troll remarks will not get under my skin." For you think I'm as weak as so, so that;s why u have delusioned yourself to think I can't do what they have done." Graven retorted after givin her a slight glance.
Before Lynara can respond, a voice cuts through the air, calm and measured, but full of authority.
"Not just anyone can pull off such a feat, Garven."
Emerging from the mist, a figure draped in a gown that blurs the line between seduction and mystique. Her long, silver-white hair cascades down her back in soft waves, adorned with delicate golden ornaments that glimmer under the moonlight. A deep crimson gemstone rests on her forehead, accentuating her glowing red eyes—pools of hypnotic allure that can trap even the strongest of minds. Her attire is a masterpiece of temptation: a sheer, black gown with golden embroidery that clings to her voluptuous frame, the fabric so thin it barely conceals the pale, flawless skin beneath. The plunging neckline leaves much of her ample chest exposed, the soft, heaving curves framed by golden straps that seem to exist purely to tease rather than conceal. High slits in the gown reveal her smooth, toned thighs, each step she takes causing the flowing fabric to part, granting fleeting glimpses of her long, shapely legs. She walks with an effortless grace, her body exuding an ethereal presence, as if she were less a woman and more a living siren's call.
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Sera-The Enchantress
Bounty: 651,002,773 Berries
"Captain..."
Garven looks up, surprised by her sudden interjection. She locks eyes with him, a knowing smile curling on her lips.
"Well atleast no one ordinary," she added as she looked in the horizon."
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Metal Aoen- Grandline
The Metal Aeon is a vast, desolate sea of jagged iron and steel, where the ground itself seems to writhe and shift underfoot, composed entirely of rusted metal shards, broken machinery, and the skeletal remains of long-forgotten industrial endeavors. Towering spires of corroded iron rise like grotesque monuments, their surfaces pitted and scarred by the relentless assault of acidic rain and howling winds. Lightning crackles endlessly across the horizon, illuminating the twisted landscape in fleeting bursts, casting eerie shadows that dance across the endless expanse of rust and ruin. The air is thick with the scent of oxidation and decay, and the ground groans and creaks as if alive, a constant reminder of the area's instability. This is a place where metal reigns supreme, a harsh, unyielding wasteland where the remnants of human ambition are slowly consumed by the elements, leaving behind a haunting, metallic graveyard.
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Baron- The Warrior of Nazaarecc
Bounty: 695,058,020 Berries
Baron is a towering pirate clad in rusted, ancient armor, his body fused with the hull of his ship, the Iron Tempest. He is a living relic of a bygone era, his crew a mix of cyborgs and scavengers who survive by stripping wrecked ships for parts.
The news of the Black Flame Pirates' actions reaches him as he oversees the repair of his ship. He lets out a dry, metallic chuckle.
"Oh no," he sneers mockingly, "yet another group of ambitious little insects playing at being legends. How absolutely terrifying."
His first mate, Vex, smirks from his perch.
"Captain, maybe we should all just surrender now. I mean, they're so scary."
Baron shakes his head, amused but then sneered.
"Lets see if they can live to continue their tale when the meet the Black Seraph pirates first then we could have a discussion then."
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Tartarus Reach- the eastcoast of the Grandlin
The heart of Tartarus Reach stands as an imposing testament to both ancient power and calculated fortification. Vast chains, each link the size of a ship's mast, stretch across the turbulent seas surrounding the island, anchoring deep into the earth. They bind the isle to colossal ancient corpses rising from the ocean's depths—towering remains over 5,000 kilometers tall, fossilized through the ravages of time. These skeletal titans loom above the sea, their gnarled forms etched with cryptic runes, a grim reminder of forgotten eras and sealed legacies.
A labyrinth of fortified pathways winds across the sea, connecting to the heavily guarded island fortress. The Black Seraph Fortress dominates the landscape—a monolithic bastion constructed from volcanic stone and blackened steel. Its walls bristle with defensive towers, shimmering faintly with an ancient, latent energy. No force appears strong enough to breach its grim fortifications.
Within the main hall of the fortress, shadows dance along ancient stone walls scarred by battles long past. Torches flicker in iron sconces, casting flickering light over a chaotic scene. The shattered remains of a massive stone table are strewn across the floor, pulverized in a fit of Rael's unrestrained fury. The tension in the room hangs thick as smoke.
The Black Seraph lieutenants stand amidst the wreckage, their commanding presences undeterred by the ruin around them. Their eyes gleam with hardened resolve, each bearing the scars of countless battles. These are the harbingers of a crew whose reputation echoes across the seas—a force that stands as defiant and immovable as the ancient chains that bind their fortress to the bones of giants.
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Rael slams his massive iron fist into the stone table, reducing it to rubble. His voice booms like thunder, shaking the very walls of the fortress. A towering, muscular figure standing at 7'5", Rael's body is covered in battle scars, and his black-and-white mask gives him a monstrous, fearsome appearance. His iron-clad fists are massive, with veins of molten metal running through them, while thick industrial chains are wrapped around his waist, clinking as he moves. Smoke and iron particles swirl around him, a side effect of his Devil Fruit powers. His presence is overwhelming, and his every movement exudes raw power.
Rael Von Draken,-The Iron Colossus
Bounty: 245 million berries
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"Those damn Black Flame Pirates! How dare they kill Corbin and Violet! Are we just going to sit here and do nothing?!"
His fists tremble with rage, iron particles swirling around him like a storm. The ground beneath him cracks under the weight of his anger, and his black-and-white mask gives him a monstrous appearance as he glares around the room.
A figure steps forward, his hand resting lightly on the hilt of Scarlet Fang. His voice is calm, almost unnervingly so, but his steel-grey eyes burn with a cold, killing intent.
He glances at Rael, his tone steady but laced with menace.
"Patience, Rael. the psychopath and the demon sheriff, the whole crew will pay for what for what they have done."
Jax Corvaz- Blade
Bounty: 310 million berries.
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Jax is a lean, muscular figure standing at 6'2". His crimson and black armor is adorned with intricate engravings of flames and flowing patterns, symbolizing his deadly precision. His steel-grey eyes are sharp and predatory, and his long black hair is tied in a warrior's topknot. A crimson scarf flows behind him, adding to his menacing aura. His katana, Scarlet Fang, rests at his side, its crescent moon guard glinting in the dim light.
Rael snarls, his iron fists clenching.
"Even so, those damn newcomers have a made fools of us! We should've crushed them the moment the news spread to wash away and destroy the humilaton they are in causing us out at sea."
Korrin adjusts her officer's cap, her emerald eyes narrowing as she steps into the conversation. Her voice is calm and precise, cutting through the tension like a blade.
Adjusting her officer's cap, she speaks with clinical precision.
"Rael, control your anger. Their victory is temporary—our retaliation will be absolute."
She flicks a pawn-shaped trinket in her hand. "They have checkmated themselves the moment they provoked us."
Korrin stands at 5'10", her posture perfect and commanding. She wears a crisp white military-style uniform with golden epaulettes and intricate embroidery. A scarlet sash runs diagonally across her torso, pinned with a gold medallion. Her long, lustrous black hair cascades down her back, and her piercing emerald eyes gleam with cold calculation. She carries the Chessmaster Rifle, a gilded weapon adorned with intricate engravings, and a sword at her side. Her officer's cap is perfectly polished, symbolizing her meticulous nature.
Bounty: 376 121 000 million berries.
Nickname: "The Grandeur of Chess"(formerly Strategist but changed).
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"Agreed and so mark my words the black pirates will pay 10 times fold for such provocation, I can swear on the path of my blade," Jax added.
"Captain we await your orders as the board as been sett and it our move now," Korrin said add somthing here.
The figure who sat on the throne was surrounded by an ominous green aura, casting a shadow over the room. Soren rises from his seat, his presence commanding the space. When he received the news, fury surged through him—if he could slaughter the Black Flame Pirates a thousand times over with his mind, he would. How dare they commit such an unforgivable act? The air around him swirls with wind and ash, his steel-grey eyes blazing with fury.
"Death is there calling."
Soren Valeric-Ashen Typhoon
Bounty: 500 000 000 berries.
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Soren stands with an athletic, powerful build, his broad shoulders and lean muscles reflecting years of intense training and battle experience. His dark, slightly wavy hair is windswept, always untamed, with streaks of ash-grey running through it, symbolizing his epithet, Ashen Typhoon. His piercing steel-grey eyes carry a stormy intensity, sharp and observant, with a gaze that seems to cut through pretense. A strong jawline, high cheekbones, and faint scars across his face add to his battle-hardened appearance. His default expression is serious, yet when he smiles, it's often a grim hint of triumph or a promise of destruction. Soren wears a dark, tattered cape that flows ominously behind him, billowing as if moved by an unseen force. His armor is lightweight yet durable, designed for mobility, with steel pauldrons and bracers featuring intricate swirling wind motifs. A belt with a weathered scabbard holds his sword at his waist, its hilt engraved with symbols of storms. His outfit is further accented by ash-colored cloth and faint blue highlights, emphasizing his connection to wind and the typhoon. Around his neck, a silver pendant bearing the symbol of a tempest hangs, while his hands are clad in fingerless gloves, suited for his precise and calculated movements.
They've grown arrogant and delusional, thinking their recent victories make them untouchable.
"Do they think they can humiliate us, slaughter my lietenants, and walk away unscathed. They are wrong." "I will personally chop off the head of their captain, Chaos, and hang it as a warning to the world. Even if you're a Supernova, you will die a cruel death at our hands."
His voice is a storm, and the crew responds with a roar of approval.
The hall reverberates like a living thing, its bones trembling with the force of the Black Seraph Pirates' fury. The air itself seems to pulse in time with the roar of the crowd, thick with a sense of impending violence, as though the very walls are holding their breath.
The chants swell like an uncontrollable storm breaking free from the heavens, crashing against the stone walls and rattling the fortress's core. The sound is a tidal wave of rage, each word a crashing wave that shatters the air. It's as if the walls themselves cry out, shaking under the weight of the collective hatred. Every cry seems to claw at the very fabric of reality, their rage scraping against the foundation, sending a chilling shudder through the halls. The very stone seems to quake beneath the weight of their fury.
Each scream fuels the madness of the crowd—faces twisted like masks of fury, eyes burning with molten hatred, and fists thundering against chests as if trying to summon the force of gods themselves. The volume of their unified fury is so intense that it feels as though the air is warping around them, distorting, vibrating with an unnatural force. The cries reverberate into the depths of the hall, each echo like the voice of a thousand demons.
Rael cracked his knuckles, his body rigid with the promise of destruction. As his hands clenched into fists, an aura of pure killing intent emanated from him like an inferno, a dark cloud of wrath that swirled and thickened around his form. It was as if the very air grew heavy with malice, suffocating those around him. His eyes glowed with an unholy light—red as blood, burning with the heat of a thousand forged weapons. Each breath he took seemed to draw in the very darkness itself.
"No one kills our allies and lives to tell the tale."
Jax add smothing"Their captain, Chaos, will fall by my blade. I'll make sure he suffers for his impudence." As Jax spoke, the cold light surrounding him pulsed with the promise of a merciless strike. It was like watching a storm gather on the horizon—calm before the violent crash. His eyes were narrow slits of ice, the faintest trace of a smile pulling at his lips as he imagined the end of his foe.
Korrin adjusts her musket silently, her mind racing. Corbin and Violet's deaths have weakened the crew, like a severed wing. They cannot afford further humiliation. Crushing the Black Flames is imperative to restoring their dominance in the Grand Line.
"I will make theirswift and clean death it be ." her eyes flickered with a chilling light.
Soren's voice is final, unyielding."Prepare the ships. We leave now. The Black Flames will learn the price of crossing the Black Seraph Pirates."
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Across the Grand Line, bounty hunters, old pirates, and rising rookies alike reacted in different ways to the news. Some saw it as the perfect opportunity—eager to claim the heads of the Black Flame Pirates and bask in the riches and glory their downfall would bring. Others scoffed, still looking down on them, believing them to be just another fleeting name that would soon be erased from history. Yet, despite differing opinions, one thing was undeniable—the tension in the air was rising, thick and suffocating, as if the entire sea itself was holding its breath before the inevitable eruption. The Black Flame Pirates had done something that could not be ignored, and their actions had set the Grand Line ablaze. Chaos was on the horizon, and with it, an age of conflict, betrayal, and unrelenting bloodshed. The seas would fester with war, disease, and destruction, and only the strongest would survive the coming storm.