Chapter 40

"The second thing is a type of Haki from the same lineage as Observation Haki, known as Armament Haki!"

'Armament Haki?' Everyone had questions. They were familiar with Observation Haki, previously referred to as Heart Net. However, Arthur's mention of Observation Haki gradually changed their understanding.

"Armament Haki is used for both defense and offense. It creates a sturdy armor around the body and can counter Logia fruit abilities."

As Arthur spoke, he raised his left hand. It turned pitch black, exuding a sense of invincibility.

"This Haki is the key to countering Logia users. With sufficient strength and mastery of Armament Haki, you can strike their true form."

"What!?" Everyone was astonished. They never imagined Logia users could be vulnerable, let alone that God could be attacked.

"Armament Haki can also enhance weapon attacks. Its full potential isn't fully known, but it grants invisibility and intangibility to attacks."

"This Haki is rare in the seas below the Grand Line. However, in the treacherous New World, it's widely used and highly sought after."

"Therefore, I aim to spread Armament Haki knowledge, especially among our forces. Anyone meeting the training criteria must master it!"

"When Arthur mentioned this, Urouge, Enel, Webber, and the others were thrilled."

After Arthur unified Sky Island, Urouge, Enel, Webber, and the rest were determined to become even stronger. During their year in Qinghai, they explored the Grand Line. They believed they were strong, but as they ventured deeper into the Grand Line, they realized they faced tougher opponents.

Upon returning, they were much stronger than a year ago. Yet, they still sought further improvement. Arthur's statement about meeting conditions for cultivation stirred their curiosity. Were there specific conditions they hadn't considered? Urouge and the others felt a tinge of nervousness.

Ignoring their reactions, Arthur continued, "The condition is reaching a peak in physical ability. Only those with robust physical forms can practice."

"This power is accessible to everyone. Through dedicated physical training, you'll acquire it."

"Now, I'll introduce this power to our graduated students, starting with Urouge, Enel, Webber, and other fighters."

"The elite camp members won't need Haki training. They've covered enough and don't require additional skills."

The former head of the bodyguard, now leading the elite training camp, nodded in agreement. He had contemplated integrating Armament Haki into their training program before.

When Arthur considered this, he found it more fitting. The training camp already had numerous projects, and the trainees' physical strength might not suffice.

With these two matters discussed, no other crucial issues remained. However, these changes necessitated a revision of all plans.

After Arthur ascended to Raijin Island and assumed a divine role, he structured plans every three years akin to the Great Leap Forward. The initial three-year plan outlined fundamental changes for Sky Island.

Now, midway into the second three-year plan with two years remaining, adhering to the original plan became impossible. The remaining two years required a complete overhaul.

The Angel Kingdom, with a small population and nine vacant islands across the first half of the vast Grand Line, posed a challenge.

Henceforth, Arthur intended to use Jessica's abilities to gradually draw other sky islands toward Raijin Island. Since sky islands floated, relocating them was feasible.

Regarding the vacant islands' original locations, Arthur planned to create extensive beaches using artificial island clouds to cultivate various shellfish.

Currently, shell utilization was rudimentary, with sea-gathered shells lacking a dedicated breeding area.

By converting the original vacant island sites into breeding hubs, a harvest could be expected in about three years, although the growth periods of shellfish varied.

This has an additional advantage: it can help prevent the extinction of various shell species. Many shells, like the exclusion shells and wind shells, are now extinct or extremely rare.

After thorough discussions and instructions to island officials to oversee the relocation preparations and governance of island residents, Arthur finally took Urouge, Enel, and others to the vine island beneath Raijin Island.

These eager individuals were anticipating the adventure with excitement.

Before departing, Arthur visited Angel Island once more and retrieved the fried fruit from his boat.

This time, he sought a worthy master for it!

The fried fruit is incredibly potent! If consumed by Garp when he reaches his strength limit, it could make him evenly matched with Whitebeard, regardless of the outcome.

After all, Garp, despite lacking a Devil Fruit ability, has proven himself capable of competing with Whitebeard.

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