Zeraora's Official Partner is, of course, Lucario!

Participating in the banquet of Wano Country failed to pique the interest of the pirates. Only a few of them could tolerate the bland food. What they truly looked forward to was the post-battle party of the Beasts Pirates.

Furthermore, the post-battle party wasn't just about good wine and food; it was the abilities granted as rewards that excited them the most.

"Yo-ho! Are you all ready?"

Inside Onigashima's banquet hall, Queen took the microphone and began hosting the party. His plump figure swayed incessantly atop the stage, accompanied by several dancers, showcasing his graceful dance moves.

"We're ready!"

"Very well! Since we're all old pals, I won't waste any time. The compensation for the fallen in battle has already been distributed. Lord Arceus has made it clear that anyone who dares to bully the families of those individuals will be dealt with severely."

"However, next, let us welcome the brave warriors of this great battle! We will now introduce three new Blessed Ones!"

"Oh!"

Spotlights, at Queen's command, roamed throughout Onigashima's interior, searching for their targets.

"First, we have Holed'em! In the previous battle, he defeated seven samurai and was the first to break through the samurai's line of defense to reach Miss Yamato!"

Two spotlights focused on Holed'em; these were the candidates previously reported by the officers.

The complete lottery process for obtaining abilities had already concluded. Today is merely an occasion to announce the results and grant the abilities to them.

"Furthermore, at the Udon mining camp, Vice Warden Daifugo made significant contributions in quelling the rebellion. He assisted Babanuki in dealing with a large number of rebel pirates!"

"And last but not least, the young Mink girl Setsuna! She, uh...she defeated a large number of Orochi's underlings during the clean-up operation in Oden Castle!"

It wasn't that he forgot the words, but it seemed like there was an extra card in the cue cards he had prepared for hosting. In terms of achievements, Setsuna did far less in this battle compared to Holed'em and Daifugo.

However, her connections were stronger. Ever since she returned to Zou Island with Zeraora, their relationship had developed significantly. Originally, the list only included Daifugo and Holed'em, but Setsuna was added at the last minute.

Within the Beasts Pirates, those with abilities could rise to the top, but the so-called absolute fairness doesn't exist. For example, Yamato, the beloved daughter, Jack, and Maria, those who had been groomed from childhood, their futures are destined to be different.

When the spotlight fell on Setsuna, she was holding a skewer of grilled squid, still trying to figure out what was happening. She had been added to the list at the last minute, and Zeraora hadn't even informed her.

Moreover, what they received was also different. Holed'em - modified form, Pyroar, Male-Lion Form, which looked similar to a regular lion but had mane-like flames in red and yellow.

Daifugo, on the other hand, received a Devil Fruit. Initially, they had obtained two Devil Fruits from the auction, one being the Insect-Insect Fruit - Bombardier Beetle Form.

The remaining one, after Daifugo's personal experience, was confirmed to be the Insect-Insect Fruit - Ancient Zoan - Giant Isopod Form. It was later modified by Arceus into the Insect-Insect Fruit - Mythical Zoan - Golisopod Form.

The Golisopod Form resembles that of a towering, giant isopod standing upright, with two massive arms bearing enormous claws, and two pairs of auxiliary feeding pincers.

It is a Water-Bug dual-type Pokémon created by modifying the Insect-Insect Fruit with Splash Plate. Its entire body is covered in extremely tough scales, and it is said that its hardness rivals that of a diamond.

This way, the mining camp's security increased by a few notches.

However, the most special one is Setsuna. The modification she underwent was different from Daifugo and Holed'em.

Her modification was the result of genetic changes guided by Arceus, and it was because she was a wolf Mink, possessing wolf-like genes in her body that allowed for this modification.

Appearing frequently in certain picture books with Zeraora, the Aura Pokémon - Lucario.

"Live a good life with Zeraora. This is an early wedding gift for both of you. Make good use of this power."

"Thank you for the power, but Lord Arceus, we're not getting married anytime soon."

"That's why it's an early gift. I can see it's only a matter of time for you two."

The combined power he expended for Holed'em and Daifugo couldn't compare to the power he expended for Setsuna alone. If it weren't for her relationship with Zeraora, she would never have gained this kind of power.

The changes in appearance when using her ability weren't significant for Setsuna; it was just a change in color with the addition of a spike on the back of her hands and one in the center of her chest.

The biggest enhancement Lucario provided her was the power of Aura.

Aura was something unique. To Lucario, who could sense Aura, all living things had their own Aura.

By detecting the Aura emitted by others, it could read their thoughts and actions, even perceiving the movements of invisible opponents through Aura fluctuations.

When this power combines with the native abilities, it can greatly enhance one's Observation Haki. The power of Aura combined with Observation Haki can be used in more powerful ways, not to mention the destructive power inherent in Aura itself.

As for further uses, it depends on how she would develop them herself. In any case, it was a high-potential ability.

"All right, don't just stand there like fools, Blessed Ones! Use your abilities, feel the greatness of Lord Arceus, the party has just begun! Next up are the new Gifters, let's see who the lucky ones are!"

Blessed Ones were just the beginning, not the end. Witnessing the appearance of new Devil Fruit users, the enthusiasm among the Beasts Pirates reached its peak. Finally, amidst the cheers of the crowd, Holed'em and Daifugo, as the newly promoted Blessed Ones, began a duel.

Setsuna, on the other hand, remained completely away from it. As for why, this was a company team-building event; it was okay to joke around with colleagues, but making jokes about the boss' wife in a private company like Beasts Pirates could mean not seeing the sun tomorrow.

The flickering electric sparks around Zeraora had already conveyed everything, and Setsuna returned to the field in her original form. So, while the Gifters were obtaining their abilities, Daifugo and Holed'em began their own duel.

Both of them had just acquired their abilities and hadn't yet mastered the full extent of their powers. They were merely testing their physical skills with Zoan-type bodies. Although Daifugo's ability came from a modified Devil Fruit, he had a significant advantage in the battle.

In terms of constitution, the Golisopod Form was stronger than the Pyroar. At this moment, Holed'em's claws couldn't harm the opponent's incredibly tough shell.

"Bite him! Bite him where he doesn't have a shell! You're a lion, for crying out loud!"

"Grab him from below, Daifugo! I've bet my entire stake on you winning!"

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