The Changes of The New World

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The World Conference had begun, and this particular meeting was unlike any before. One of the most notable proposals on the table was about the Seven Shichibukai System.

In the conference hall, the World Government laid out their plan.

They wanted to create a balance in these turbulent times to suppress the rise of four mighty pirate crews in the New World.

Their idea was to choose seven pirates to become the Seven Shichibukai. These pirates would be considered legal and would take orders from the World Government.

However, many of the countries kings quickly disagreed with the proposal. They felt that it was like giving in to the pirates.

King Cobra of Alabasta, representing one of the founding nations of the World Government, was the first to voice his disagreement: "Why should we make pirates legal? Aren't the Marines supposed to get rid of pirates? By proposing the Shichibukai, aren't we making a joke out of the Marine? We just agreed on a new appointment in the Marines. We made the former Admiral Ragnarok the exclusive security chief for the World Nobles. I didn't argue with that decision, but now you're suggesting we legalize piracy because you claim there aren't enough forces to handle the New World pirates."

"Why did you even remove Admiral Ragnarok from his post to begin with? Who's better at fighting pirates, the young former Admiral Brontes, or a group of pirates who only know how to loot and kill innocents?"

"I agree that we don't need the Shichibukai System. If we're worried about the rising of new pirates, we should have Admiral Ragnarok lead a strong naval force to secure the New World." Another king added.

"In the past few years, Admiral Brontes has made a name for himself at sea. He's as good as an entire Overlord pirate crew. I don't see why we need to legalize pirates. This Seven Shichibukai idea seems like a joke." A king from the South Sea stood up and said.

Speaking up, a king from the West Sea said: "I can confidently say that Admiral Ragnarok, who is in his thirties and at his prime, is being wasted guarding the World Nobles. He should be out at sea, stopping and capturing pirates. The Five Elders just said that the New World's power structure is set, with the Whitebeard Pirates, Red Hair Pirates, Beast Pirates, and Big Mom Pirates leading. They're even starting to divide the New World among themselves. Admiral Ragnarok has been able to stand up to these crews for years. He's been in the New World for over a decade, and we haven't seen those pirates cause any major trouble."

The Five Elders and the others were caught off guard; they hadn't expected Admiral Brontes to have such a strong influence on the hearts of the kings from allied nations.

This influence only solidified their resolve to suppress Brontes's power, fearing that it would become even harder to control him in the future.

While previous proposals had been accepted by these kings, the Shichibukai System became a contentious issue on the last day of the World Conference.

The Marines were even more upset than the kings. They felt humiliated by the proposal, which suggested that the Marines were not capable of handling their duties without pirate assistance.

Hardliners like Sakazuki were particularly incensed and embarrassed by the idea of relying on pirates to check the power of other pirates.

They believed that the Shichibukai System was unnecessary. As long as Brontes remained an Admiral, keeping order in the New World wouldn't be a problem, unless two Overlord pirates teamed up for an attack. But the Marine force was not just Brontes alone.

One of the Five Elders spoke up: "We've discussed this and decided. The Seven Shichibukai plan is about using pirates to control other pirates. In a way, they'll be helping us."

"Once they're legal, they'll have the right to loot, but we'll limit them. This right is mainly to be used against other pirates. We won't put bounties on them or go after them. The goal is to have them ready to assist the World Government in tough situations when needed."

King Riku stood and countered: "I still find this unacceptable. In the New World, a pirate is a pirate, no matter what. We should take more time to consider the Seven Shichibukai. If we must use pirates, it would be better to keep Admiral Brontes in charge, as King Takai suggested."

However, the final vote was a shock to those who opposed the Shichibukai System; it was officially passed.

Brontes had anticipated this outcome. He knew the World Government wouldn't propose such a significant plan without ensuring its passage, so the approval of the Shichibukai System didn't surprise him.

The conclusion of the World Conference marked a turning point for the geopolitical landscape of the world, particularly for the tumultuous waters of the New World.

The departure of Admiral Brontes, a figure both feared and respected, signaled a new opportunity for the pirates.

The kings and leaders of various nations understood the importance of maintaining a favorable relationship with Brontes, despite his reassignment.

His new role as a mediator and gatekeeper for the World Nobles still held significant sway over military mobilizations and responses to pirate threats.

These leaders were keenly aware that their nations' security might depend on Brontes's influence and goodwill.

The reaction to the published proposals was immediate and widespread. Pirates across the New World rejoiced at the news of Brontes's reassignment.

The Four Emperors, in particular, saw this as a chance to expand their reigns of terror without the fear of Brontes's intervention. Whitebeard, too, felt a measure of relief, knowing that his 'sons' would now face one less formidable obstacle in their maritime endeavors.

The current Admirals, despite their formidable Logia Devil Fruit abilities, did not command the same level of dread that their predecessors did.

This perception emboldened many pirates, who now viewed the New World as less of a death trap and more of a land of opportunity.

Big Mom and Kaido wasted no time in capitalizing on the situation, launching new campaigns of plunder.

Their underestimation of Brontes's deterrent effect could lead to a surge in pirate activity and potentially destabilize the already fragile order of the New World.

Brontes's reassignment to Mariajose was met with mockery by his old rivals, who saw it as a fall from grace. However, his strategic importance could not be underestimated, as he still held considerable power in his new position.

The announcement of the Seven Shichibukai System added another layer of complexity to the situation.

The promise of legal plundering and immunity from Marine pursuit was a siren call to many pirates.

The system was designed to control and use the power of pirates for the World Government's benefit, but it also provided a legitimate path for pirates to operate with impunity.

The Shichibukai System quickly became a coveted position, with pirates vying for the title and the benefits it conferred.

Some were handpicked, while others actively pursued the role, eager to be recognized as one of the Seven Shichibukai.

As the news spread, the world braced itself for the coming storm. The balance of power was shifting, and the New World was set to become an even more contested and chaotic battleground.