Bara Bara

Bloodbeard's eyes narrowed, his smile twisting into a grimace. "Strong, you say? You have no idea who you're talking to, boy. I'm Captain Bloodbeard, and these are my Crimson Tides. You'd do well to kneel and beg for mercy."

Jack's smirk widened, his eyes twinkling with anticipation. "Kneel? I think not. I came here for a fight, and I intend to have one."

Otohime's voice called out from behind the locked door of the café, her fear evident. "Jack, please! Come back inside. You don't have to do this."

Jack ignored her plea, his focus solely on the pirates before him. The thrill of the fight was calling to him, and he would not be denied.

Voss's eyes widened with recognition, and he spoke up in a clear, cold voice that belied the curiosity now dancing in his eyes. "Jack, the Bounty Hunter," he said, the name rolling off his tongue as if he'd spoken it many times before. "I've read the reports about you. Your reputation precedes you, but do you honestly think you can stand against the might of the Crimson Tides?"

Jack's eyes turned a shade deeper, and his lips curled into a knowing smile. "I didn't come here to chat," he replied, his voice dripping with disdain. "I came here to fight."

Bloodbeard's wicked smile returned, and he barked a laugh. "Oh, we'll give you a fight, boy. You think your thunderous punches can hurt me? I'm immune to slashing attacks. You'll be a fun toy to break."

Jack's body tensed, each muscle coiling like a spring, ready to unleash the raw power that lay beneath his calm exterior. His eyes, a calm blue, met the challenging gaze of Captain Bloodbeard and his crew, their arrogance and confidence laid bare for all to see.

Bloodbeard's mouth twisted into a sneer. "Come on, boy. Show me what you've got. I want to see if the rumors about you are true."

Without a word, Jack charged forward, a flash of determination in his eyes. His fist shot out, a powerful Thunderous Blow aimed directly at Bloodbeard. But the captain's wicked smile only grew wider as he used his Chop-Chop Fruit ability, his body splitting into pieces to avoid the attack.

Laughing, Bloodbeard taunted, "Is that all you've got? I told you, I'm immune to your slashing attacks!"

Unperturbed, Jack pivoted, his eyes catching the movement of two unnamed crew members rushing him from the sides. In a fluid motion, he unleashed a Thunderous Combo, a rapid succession of blows that sent both men crashing into nearby walls, defeated.

Raze, his eyes narrowed and flames dancing in his hands, lunged at Jack, attempting to scorch him with the Heat-Heat Fruit's powers. Jack's eyes flicked to a raging deep blue, and he expertly countered with a Thunderous Counter, diverting Raze's attack and following up with a devastating Thunderous Uppercut that sent the Vice-Captain reeling.

"You'll need more than flames to defeat me," Jack stated coldly, his eyes still fixed on his opponents.

Bloodbeard's face twisted with anger. "Enough playing around! Tear him apart!" he roared, signaling his crew to attack.

Jack's body moved with an uncanny grace, the Bodily Refinement Bead enhancing his perceptional abilities. His fists became a blur, employing the Hurricane Strike technique as he charged forward, creating powerful gusts of wind that unbalanced his foes.

One by one, the lesser members of the Crimson Tides fell before him, unable to withstand his onslaught. Bloodbeard watched, his eyes narrowing as he began to recognize the depth of Jack's skills.

Only Captain Bloodbeard, Vice-Captain Raze, and Voss remained, standing tall and unyielding despite the chaos that surrounded them. Jack's eyes narrowed, the calm blue deepening to a shade reminiscent of a stormy sea, as he activated the full length of his Observation Haki, sharpening his perception of the battle to come.

Bloodbeard's face twisted into a wicked grin as he swung his sword, the blade coming apart into segments. "You've been quite entertaining so far, Jack. But now it's time to see what you're truly made of."

Voss, maintaining his cold and calculating demeanor, simply watched, his eyes fixed on Jack's movements as though analyzing each technique. Raze, however, was a seething cauldron of anger, the flames in his hands flickering with increased intensity.

Without warning, Jack advanced to the second level of his fighting style, his body becoming a whirlwind as he employed the Hurricane Cyclone. A tornado-like effect enveloped him as he charged forward, launching both Raze and Bloodbeard into the air.

Raze managed to regain control, using his Heat-Heat Fruit powers to cushion his landing, while Bloodbeard's body parts came together effortlessly, a mocking smile still on his face.

"You think wind will defeat us?" Bloodbeard spat, his laughter cold and harsh.

Ignoring the taunt, Jack's eyes remained focused and determined. He pivoted, sensing Raze's approach, and countered with a Hurricane Uppercut that sent the Vice-Captain crashing back once more.

Bloodbeard's body split into segments, each piece moving with a mind of its own as he launched a coordinated attack from all sides. Jack's Observation Haki allowed him to read the trajectory of each segment, and he responded with the Hurricane Barrier, a defensive move that created a wind-based shield, deflecting Bloodbeard's attack.

Raze, recovering quickly, launched a wave of intense flames, his eyes filled with fury. Jack countered with the Hurricane Rush, charging forward and creating openings in Raze's flames, his fists connecting with brutal force.

Bloodbeard, never one to be outdone, lunged forward, his sword segments twisting and turning as he sought to find an opening in Jack's defenses. His Chop-Chop Fruit ability made him a tricky opponent, but Jack's calm focus never wavered.

With a sudden surge of power, Jack advanced to the third level, his fists glowing with the energy of Iron Fist. His Iron Crush connected with Bloodbeard's body parts, shattering the segments and sending them scattering.

Bloodbeard's eyes widened, the realization of Jack's skill finally sinking in. But his twisted smile never faltered. "Impressive, boy. But you'll have to do better than that!"

Raze was relentless, his flames becoming more intense as he pressed his attack. But Jack's Iron Wall deflected even the strongest of his fiery assaults, and his Iron Dash sent Raze tumbling back once again.

Voss finally spoke, his voice dripping with a mix of admiration and annoyance. "Enough games. Finish him."

Bloodbeard's eyes glinted with sadistic pleasure as he reformed his body, charging forward with renewed vigor. Jack responded with the Iron Tempest, unleashing a rapid-fire series of Iron Fists, each blow resonating with devastating force.

The clash was a dance of violence and skill, each opponent matching the other's moves with precision and power. Bloodbeard's body parts twisted and turned, seeking to exploit any weakness, while Raze's flames became a raging inferno, filling the air with heat and fury.

Jack's calm, deep blue eyes were the eye of the storm, his every move a testament to his mastery of the fight. His Iron Leap sent shockwaves through the ground, unbalancing his foes and creating openings for further attacks.

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