One Piece: Signing In as a Pirate Begins with Roger's Execution

Karl and his team blocked all escape routes.

Most critically, Kuzan's powers had frozen the sea!

This rendered Golden Lion's abilities useless—he couldn't manipulate seawater to launch his attacks.

With that, his most potent weapon against Devil Fruit users was neutralized! Facing three Logia users, Golden Lion could no longer unleash the full power of his Float-Float Fruit.

"Karl, I've said it before—you're destined for execution!"

"Hah! Such arrogant brats! Do you even know who you're dealing with?"

"I am the Golden Lion, Shiki, a man who once stood as Roger's equal!"

"Now die, all of you!"

"Lion's Threat: Imperial Earth Scroll!"

"Lion's Threat: Thousand Slicing Ravine!"

Golden Lion unleashed the same techniques again.

A howling storm erupted!

The frozen surface below was torn apart by Golden Lion's power, transforming into colossal ice lions charging in all directions!

Ferocious sword auras became even sharper and more menacing under his ability's influence.

This time, Golden Lion was fighting for his life!

Blood continued to pour from the wound on his chest, and the injury at his lower back bled relentlessly.

With wounds this severe, without immediate treatment, his life was at risk.

He had to end this battle quickly!

But Karl and his team weren't about to give him that chance.

The four exchanged glances and charged simultaneously, with Karl leading the assault!

Karl and Borsalino, both capable of flight, were the fastest.

Karl spearheaded the attack, using his abilities to neutralize the storm and shatter the slashes hurtling toward him.

He then closed the distance to Golden Lion!

The cold gleam of Kitetsu's blade targeted the wound on Shiki's waist.

Golden Lion raised his leg to block Karl's strike!

But Sakazuki joined the fray soon after!

"Have you ever been pierced by a sword of light?"

"Sky Piercer: Ame-no-Murakumo!"

Borsalino whispered as his glowing sword lunged toward Shiki's throat!

Golden Lion quickly lifted his other leg to engage Borsalino in combat.

Fighting with his legs against both Karl and Borsalino made for a peculiar sight.

Although Borsalino's swordsmanship was mediocre, it was sufficient to contend with one of Shiki's legs.

Meanwhile, Karl's relentless assault left numerous wounds on Shiki.

Relying on one leg for swordplay, Shiki was no match for Karl.

Sakazuki seized the opportunity, propelling himself into the air with Moonwalk before unleashing a massive burst of flames!

As always, Sakazuki cared little for collateral damage in battle.

This forced Karl and Borsalino to withdraw temporarily, relinquishing their hold on Shiki.

Kuzan stepped in, launching another Ice Age to cover the gap.

The clash of fire and ice left Shiki reeling, his body swaying in bewilderment. To an outsider, it might've looked like he was dancing!

Trapped between the harsh frost in front and searing magma behind, Shiki couldn't catch a break.

Borsalino capitalized on the moment, soaring overhead to deliver an Eightfold Jewel attack.

The blow sent Shiki, who had no strength left to resist, plunging into the sea.

The frozen surface shattered under Sakazuki's laser, and Kuzan promptly sealed Shiki within the icy depths.

Even if he wasn't dead, escape was now impossible!

"Golden Lion Shiki, thank you for traveling so far to gift me your abilities and your life."

"Now, allow me to personally send you to the afterlife!"

"Execution begins!"

Without further delay, Karl drove Kitetsu through the ice, piercing Shiki's heart!

Blood streamed from Shiki's orifices, and his chest wound oozed until it froze over from the cold.

Golden Lion Shiki died with his eyes wide open in disbelief.

System Notification: Defeated Golden Lion. Bonus mission completed. Swordsmanship upgraded to perfection!

Karl arched a brow, a faint smile playing on his lips.

Who would've thought Shiki would be so generous, handing over his strongest abilities?

Could this be tied to saving Buggy before?

Karl's expression turned peculiar as he recalled first obtaining the Float-Float Fruit.

Back then, he had just saved Buggy.

Now, he had reached the pinnacle of swordsmanship!

Buggy's luck was truly something else.

No wonder people joked about him having Conqueror's Haki of Fortune!

Karl chuckled to himself.

This leap in power elevated him to Admiral-level strength!

Though he was likely at the entry-level of Admirals, still the weakest tier, it was undeniable—his strength now ranked among the world's elite!

"Karl! Why did you kill him? Weren't we supposed to send him back to Impel Down?"

Kuzan asked, confused.

Using his abilities, Kuzan separated Shiki's corpse from the ice and placed it before the group.

Being part of the pacifist faction, Kuzan opposed outright killing pirates.

"Hmph! A menace like Shiki has no place in this world!" Sakazuki retorted, his stern tone reflecting his hardline stance.

He glanced at his injuries, left by Shiki during their clash.

Though Sakazuki had joined the battle late, his reckless fighting style had left him worse for wear.

Kuzan and Borsalino, in contrast, were unscathed apart from their disheveled attire.

It was clear the two had perfected the art of minimal effort in combat.

"How terrifying! Why are you two arguing again?" Borsalino interjected lazily, retrieving a Transponder Snail to report to Sengoku.

Sakazuki cast Karl a look of approval, while Kuzan appeared intrigued.

"By the way, what's the deal with your ability? How do you have the same powers as Shiki?"

Kuzan had been curious ever since Karl revealed his abilities mid-battle.

Karl calmly repeated his earlier explanation, claiming his ability could replicate one power, with no room for change.

This ensured he wouldn't face scrutiny even if another Float-Float Fruit user appeared later.

Kuzan remained skeptical but didn't press further—Devil Fruits were known for their bizarre powers, after all.

After finishing his call, Borsalino sauntered back with his trademark smirk.

"Wonderful news! Sengoku says we've earned major commendations for this mission. All three of us will be promoted to Vice Admiral!"

"However, Karl, you might be in for trouble—Sengoku plans to personally contact you after his meeting. Better prepare for a scolding!"

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