Chapter 11: Dragon's Legion: A Volunteer Force

The first part is over, and the bright light is fading away.

Cobra: Ashirat Roja, it's surprising to think he's just a seven or eight-year-old. He speaks with such superficial yet deep words.

King Liku: When compared to the dragon, this boy seems to be missing many things, but he possesses something unique that the dragon doesn't have.

Roger: I'm excited to see how this brave young man will impact the world.

Fujitora: Ashirat Roja, is this the kid I rescued from a different world?

Rocks: There are plenty of youngsters who only boast. Personally, I'm more hopeful about the Garp family kid.

Kid: Indeed, strength is the key factor in deciding the world's course. Without strength, words are just empty.

Bello Betty: Yet, he did rise to lead the Revolutionary Army.

Kizaru: It's pretty intriguing. How did this boy, with no wealth, outshine the dragon and become the leader of the Revolutionary Army?

Lindbergh: More concerning is the World Government. The Krojashi Kingdom scandal has become a global issue.

Koala: Trying hard to cover up for the World Government. This time, their deceit will be exposed.

Nashijuro-san: Be quiet, you Revolutionary Army troublemaker.

Monkey·D·Dragon: Will the Five Elders also crumble in their defence?

In this intense standoff between the Revolutionary Army and the World Government, the massive black screen lit up once more.

[Dragon is sailing a boat, encountering some pirates]

[East Blue's pirates are notably feeble, especially when facing dragons.]

[The dragon, not a fan of combat, refrained from making any physical moves. Instead, he effortlessly used Conqueror's Haki to subdue the group of pirates.]

[Choosing not to stay in East Blue, the dragon's boat was damaged in a storm. Consequently, he hitched a ride with a caravan to the North Blue.]

[This marked the dragon's initial venture into different sea regions. Spending a year in the North Blue, he observed the upheavals and disorder far surpassing what he witnessed in the East Blue.]

["Even under the world government's rule, the world is filled with hunger and chaos beyond imagination. The franchise countries pay hefty fees each year, yet the well-being of ordinary civilians is far from assured."]

["The World Government's pledged protection is non-existent. The Marine base only shields the noble's royal capital. The smaller islands receive no protection but are still required to pay substantial fees."]

["This system is undoubtedly flawed."]

[Dragon witnessed what East Blue couldn't comprehend, and he was determined to bring about change. At the age of twenty-six, he embarked on this mission.]

Lightning: Dragon truly lives up to expectations; at just twenty-six, he already displays such bravery.

Belo Betty: Are other seas as tumultuous? East Blue seems relatively calm, with fewer wars, but North Blue is engulfed in conflicts.

Lindbergh: We should recognize that this isn't the era of the great pirates. When the true era of great pirates unfolds after Roger's demise, that will be a time of genuine upheaval and chaos.

Roger: I didn't kickstart the era of great pirates; it was everyone who sailed the seas, fueled by the desire for freedom.

["This isn't a journey I can undertake alone; I need partners who share my vision."]

[The dragon contemplates to himself.]

[Dragon established an organization known as the Self-Volunteer Army.]

[The Self-Yongjun isn't a group of pirates; its aim is to bring together those who recognize the darkness and shortcomings of the world. Together, they explore ways to navigate through these challenges.]

[Embracing courage and self-betterment, the Volunteer Army stands against the World Government and the corrupt rule of the nobility. This serves as the program and policy of the Volunteer Army, laying the foundation for what would later become the Revolutionary Army.]

[The Self-Yongjun Army is an extremely modest organization, with Dragon being its sole member, lacking even a boat of his own.]

Sengoku: Is this the forerunner of the Revolutionary Army? The Brave Army.

Crane: It makes sense why there was no intel on the Revolutionary Army earlier. The threat was so minimal that no one would take notice of such a small organization.

Both Sengoku and Tsuru couldn't help but sigh.

From its humble beginnings as the Yongjun, a small organization with only Dragon and no ships, in just a few years, it will evolve into a massive organization surpassing even the Four Emperors' Pirates. It becomes powerful enough to challenge the authority of the World Government.

Roger: That's how it goes. At this point, the Revolutionary Army already exists. It's a shame I didn't share a drink with such a man while I was alive. What a pity.

Rayleigh: There might be an opportunity, Roger. I'm eagerly anticipating your return.

[Dragon started travelling with caravans to different sea regions. Each time he arrived at a country or island, he would advocate for his ideas.]

[During his free time, he would also engage in battles with ruthless pirates to gather funds for the organization.]

[Since his ideas challenged the interests of the nobles, Dragon would often be expelled by them. Thanks to his formidable strength, he would always manage to retreat unharmed.]

[Until one day, Dragon arrived in the South Blue, where the Sorbe Kingdom is situated.]

[By this time, the Self-Volunteer Army had grown to a considerable size, consisting of dozens of members, led by the formidable Dragon, and they now possessed a boat.]

[On this particular day, Dragon was delivering his usual street speech. Like in other nations, most of the people nearby avoided listening after hearing his speech.]

[However, there was a remarkably tall man holding a Bible, attentively listening to every word.]

[After finishing his speech, Dragon, pleased to have found a companion, approached with a smile and spoke.]

["I'm Monkey·D·Dragon. May I know your name?"]

["Bartholomew Kuma."]

[Kuma extends a large gloved hand and warmly shakes hands with Dragon.]

[Despite his imposing stature, Kuma has an exceptionally gentle personality. Like a steadily growing tree, he exudes a sense of generosity, broadness, and gentleness.]

[Dragon and Kuma instantly connected, engaging in extensive conversations about the citizens of the allied nations, the impact of celestial gold on these nations, and the topic of war.]

[It wasn't until the end that Dragon discovered Xiong was the king of the Sorbe Kingdom.]

[A genuinely benevolent ruler, he couldn't bear to witness his people suffer hunger due to the celestial gold. His gentle character restrained him from amassing wealth through warfare.]

[Dragon's arrival provided him with a clear path forward, and Xiong wholeheartedly backed the Dragon's Self-Volunteer Army.]

[Kuma's support proved immensely beneficial for Dragon.]

[Continuing his global journey, Dragon delivered speeches far and wide, spreading the principles of the Volunteer Army.]

[Dragon ventured into the New World and serendipitously gained a crucial ally – a self-proclaimed King of Kamabakka Kingdom named Emporio Ivankov.]