Trader In The World Of Pirates!!!

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The Pokémon Ace assigned to Tsuna and the others were all newly hatched, at levels between 1 and 5. The highest-level Pokémon among them was Kyouya's Onix, which was already level 5.

This Onix stood over 3 meters tall, dwarfing the other Pokémon and looking like an imposing monster beside Tsuna and the others.

Especially when Onix lowered its head to look Kyouya in the eye, the massive creature's rocky body made a deep, rumbling sound, which startled the others.

Tsuna couldn't help but marvel at the sight, thinking, "As expected of Hibari-senpai, even his Pokémon is completely different from everyone else's."

Following Ace's instructions, Tsuna and the others spent some time getting acquainted with their Pokémon. Meanwhile, Ace released his own Growlithe and Charizard to stretch their legs and enjoy some fresh air.

The group had grown familiar with Ace's Growlithe after training with it for some time. However, Charizard's appearance once again attracted a great deal of attention.

Even the usually cold Kyouya couldn't resist sneaking glances at the majestic creature!

After all, who could resist the allure of a dragon—especially one that could breathe fire?

——

Half an hour later, Ace clapped his hands to draw everyone's attention.

"Alright, it seems like you're all getting to know your Pokémon."

"With that settled, it's time to begin your training!"

Ace pointed to his Charizard and explained, "Next, Charizard will lead your Pokémon to the Pokémon section of the training center for their specialized training. Meanwhile, you'll stay here with me and begin your own training in the human section."

The training center Ace mentioned lay directly beneath their feet. The Vongola family had invested significant resources to construct this underground facility in just one day.

A thousand points were spent on purchasing training equipment and various amenities for the center. Though the center wasn't enormous, it was well-equipped, with everything needed to handle training up to level 30.

The villa they had seen earlier was merely the logistics center, managing accommodations, meals, and ventilation for the underground facility.

In addition to the Pokémon allocated to Tsuna and the others—worth 1,500 points—the Vongola family had spent another 1,000 points on specialized supplies for their training.

This heavy investment highlighted the family's commitment to ensuring Tsuna and the others were well-prepared for their future challenges. Even though the Vongola family had vast resources, the amount spent on this training was no small sum, reflecting how much importance they placed on the group's development.

And although all transactions were made under Reborn's name, the Vongola family earned Reborn VIP3 status in the Dimensional Chamber of Commerce, bringing them closer to obtaining the method to lift the Arcobaleno's curse.

In the world of Hitman Reborn, there are similar dynamics at play.

However, in the world of pirates, this suppression or stimulation occurs directly through the power of the world itself. 

In the world of Hitman Reborn, all beings that approach their limits are restrained by a curse, reducing their strength to just one percent of its peak. This is the origin of the Arcobaleno's Curse.

However, for Reborn, who had just reached VIP level 3 in the Transdimensional Chamber of Commerce, it wouldn't be easy to ascend to VIP level 6. The Vongola family wouldn't pour all their resources into supporting him alone.

Unless...

Tsuna becomes the Vongola family's tenth-generation boss! 

——

Time passed quickly.

In the blink of an eye, Ace had assigned Tsuna and the others to their respective training rooms according to their individual training plans.

At this moment, Tsuna was in a vacant training room, running hard on a specialized treadmill while burdened with heavy weights on both his hands and feet.

The seal that the Ninth Vongola had placed on Tsuna had already been broken by Tsuna himself.

Now, his body could generate and use the power of Hyper Dying Will Mode and Dying Will Mode, just like Takeshi and Hayato, amplifying his abilities.

The power of Dying Will Mode and the power of Hyper Dying Will Mode... 

These two energies come from the same source, and are essentially the same power, which is why they're often used interchangeably.

If there's any real distinction between them, it lies in how they manifest.

The Dying Will Mode is usually a special force triggered externally and produced within the human body. 

For instance, when Tsuna was hit by the Dying Will Bullet, his determination to accomplish something at any cost activated the consciousness within him, unleashing tremendous power.

Because Dying Will Mode is generated through external stimuli, it is often uncontrollable for the user, and it always manifests at its maximum explosive state. 

While its effects are powerful, its duration is brief, usually lasting only a few minutes.

The power of Hyper Dying Will Mode, however, doesn't rely on external forces. It is purely a manifestation of the user's will and awareness, transforming into a special flame that ignites the whole body. 

Compared to Dying Will Mode, Hyper Dying Will Mode power has broader applications. It can be used not only in battle but also to enhance the body in everyday life.

However, the drawback of Hyper Dying Will Mode is clear: it depends heavily on the user's natural talent.

For those without a pure heart, awakening the power of Hyper Dying Will Mode can be nearly impossible. 

Additionally, without proper guidance or compatible weapons, the practical combat utility of the power of Hyper Dying Will Mode is limited. This is why even in the mafia world, only a few people possess it.

Essentially, when Hyper Dying Will Mode is pushed to its full potential, it's referred to as Dying Will Flame. 

There's no fundamental difference between the two.

In the original timeline, Tsuna's awakening was triggered when Reborn shot him with a Dying Will Bullet, causing him to hear the complaints of those around him, which shattered the Ninth Vongola's seal and awakened his power of Hyper Dying Will Mode( Hyper Mode in short).

However, even though it was the power of Hyper Dying Will Mode, it was unstable because it was still generated through an external source.

Afterward, Tsuna continued to rely on external forces to activate his power of Hyper Mode.

But now...

Tsuna, who had broken the seal through his own awareness, wasn't yet a master of this power, but he had already begun to sense the profound changes taking place within his body.

Unseen by others, Tsuna's cells were undergoing a large-scale transformation! 

This version of Tsuna would be able to grow faster and surpass his original timeline.

Even in his normal state, Tsuna's strength was now considerable. However, his gentle and passive nature made him avoid attacking others unless absolutely necessary.

Instead, he had developed inhuman levels of dodging ability and defense.

As for his level of defense... 

Let's just say that even if Tsuna were to fall from a mountain dozens of meters high, it would only cause him mild pain.

In terms of Pokémon levels, Tsuna's physical strength had reached level 5 under normal circumstances.

But in his Hyper Mode, Tsuna's strength would skyrocket to almost level 20!

This shows just how terrifying the power of Hyper Dying Will Mode can be in amplifying one's combat abilities.

——

"Huff... Huff... Huff..."

"I really want to slack off!"

Even as he complained to himself in the empty training room, Tsuna continued to carry out his training plan without pause.

——

Meanwhile, in the room next to Tsuna's...

Takeshi stood ready with his sword in hand.

Across from him, Ace watched with a smile.

Since the Pokémon were newly acquired and still at low levels, they couldn't assist Takeshi or the others in their training just yet.

So for now, Ace had them train separately from their Pokémon.

But that didn't matter.

For Pokémon, gaining strength in the early stages is like launching a rocket. 

After just a few battles, they'll rapidly grow stronger without even realizing it.

Moreover, the Pokémon belonging to Tsuna and the others were some of the best of their kind, so their progress would be swift.

Ace estimated that it would take less than two weeks for their Pokémon to reach level 20.

In order to allow the Pokémon to train alongside their trainers, instead of overpowering them, Ace decided that within these two weeks, he would also improve the strength of Vongola Decimo' family.

As Takeshi stood with excitement in his eyes, Ace suddenly raised his arm, palm facing up.

In an instant, a simple notebook materialized in his hand.

This notebook had been specially provided by Leo, and it contained all the kendo challenges and solutions documented by a naval swordsman officer, who loved to keep a diary throughout his career.

It could be said that...

As long as someone has a bit of talent in swordsmanship, by following the training outlined in this notebook...

I won't exaggerate, but...

It's almost guaranteed that they will become a swordsman capable of cutting through iron!

For Takeshi, at this point, this notebook is like a nuclear-level weapon!

Currently, Takeshi's physical strength is around level 8.

But with the boost from the power of Dying Will, he can unleash strength equivalent to level 12 or higher.

When compared to Tsuna at his full power, the gap is still significant.

However...

Just a few days before the battle at Kokuyo Junior High School, Takeshi's physical strength was only at level 6.

If Takeshi can fully comprehend the teachings in Ace's notebook...

His training path would remain smooth up to at least level 30.

Considering his incredible natural talent and fighting skills...

Reaching level 30 could be a realistic achievement before his training concludes!

——

Meanwhile, it wasn't just Takeshi and Tsuna who were training hard.

The rest of the Vongola Decimo's Guardians were also in their specialized training rooms, fully focused on improving themselves.

In one of these rooms, Hayato's eyes were sharp as he held a bomb in hand, launching his attack without hesitation!

Bang, bang, bang, bang!

A series of explosions echoed.

Through the smoke, several spinning tennis balls shot forward, landing behind Hayato.

"Tch! Another miss!" Hayato spat in frustration.

He had been following the training plan Ace had given him.

Aside from his daily physical conditioning, Hayato spent half of each day studying the explosive-making techniques from another world.

Then...

He would come to this specialized training room to practice hitting irregularly moving tennis balls with bombs, all at unpredictable speeds of no less than 300 km/h.

This specific training was incredibly difficult, bordering on hellish.

So far, after two and a half hours of practice, Hayato hadn't succeeded once.

It was already a challenge just to track the tennis balls' trajectory.

To hit them accurately...

Hayato had to shorten the bomb's fuse to a dangerously brief interval, detonating them precisely as they hit the tennis balls.

It sounds like an impossible feat for any human.

However, Ace had shown Hayato video footage of Usopp's remarkable performance at the Pokémon League Conference.

At the Pokémon League Conference, even the weakest competitors were at level 50.

In this fierce arena...

Usopp had been able to time the growth of seeds with pinpoint precision, easily defeating opponents that Hayato would have considered terrifying.

Despite the difference between their worlds, the inspiration was clear.

For Hayato, the words "can't do it" or "give up" had no place in his mind.

For the Vongola family, for Tsuna, for the honor of being his right-hand man...

He was determined to master this training 100%!

At this time, Hayato's physical strength was only around level 5.

Even with the boost from Dying Will, he was still under level 10, much weaker than Takeshi.

However, with Hayato's exceptional bomb-handling skills, the attacks he could produce far exceeded level 10 in power.

If his firepower was sufficient, and his explosions were precise, even a level 20 opponent would have no choice but to surrender!

It's safe to say...

The limits of Hayato's strength are defined by the power of his explosives.

He has the mind of a top student—what he lacks is practical experience and opportunities.

If he could even learn a portion of Usopp and Bucky's incredible ammunition-making techniques...

Even mastering just a fraction of it would benefit him immensely.

Boom, boom, boom...

The sound of explosions filled the soundproof training room.

And it was clear that...

For a long time, the scent of gunpowder would linger in that space.

——

In another room, Ryohei trained intensely.

Wearing only a pair of boxers, Ryohei sat cross-legged under a man-made waterfall, arms folded, palms facing upwards.

The high-pressure water cascaded down with incredible force, pummeling his body.

Yet, Ryohei remained motionless, letting the water batter him.

Ryohei Sasagawa.

As an extreme athlete who had honed his body to its peak, his physical strength was unparalleled among the group.

Even without the power of Dying Will, his strength had already reached level 12.

The reason he had been injured by Ken and Chikusa was because he had adhered to his promise to his sister and refrained from fighting.

However...

Because of his relentless high-intensity training, Ryohei's body had suffered from wear and tear, preventing him from reaching his full potential.

Ace's training regimen for him was simple: to reconnect with his body and adjust his breathing under high pressure.

His first task was to restore his body to its optimal state.

After that...

He would train rigorously in the Navy's terrifying Six Style techniques!

In Ace's eyes...

Ryohei was the most well-rounded talent!

Whether in offense or defense, he excelled at both.

He was capable of mastering not only the Six Style, but also Armament Haki and Observation Haki to perfection.

In fact, Ace predicted that Ryohei, with his extraordinary physical abilities, could master the Six Styles faster than Tsuna, who had already learned Moonstep and Shave!

Moreover, Ryohei was the Vongola member most likely to unlock the Navy's secret technique—the Life Return!

This technique could only be learned by those who had full control over their bodies.

And Ryohei had the talent to do it!

As the waterfall hammered his body, Ryohei appeared to be deep in meditation, completely unfazed by the water's force.

Using the water's impact as a guide, he became fully attuned to every cell in his body.