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Chapter 58: Effects of one piece

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"This is top-secret information from Edge Horizon team!"

"Take it down. That's classified, and Edge Horizon didn't contribute to the design of One Piece World. For details, check in-game directly."

A jokester in the crowd couldn't help but quip, "Look into my eyes—do they look like lemons?"

"Enough chatter. I'm off on a treasure hunt. Let's go!"

The auctions had wrapped up, with John collecting earnings from four auction houses. Despite the chaos they left behind, the profits soared, reaching over 60 million across the venues. One devil fruit alone sold for an astonishing 1.5 billion, thanks to competing game companies backing teams of players who were eager to score big. But with funds diverted between different teams, most players ended up with nothing, and many game companies found scapegoats to blame for the loss.

John noted an interesting glitch players had discovered—logging out to escape risky situations. It wasn't an issue he could fully fix, so he allowed it to play out. However, the auction frenzy had managed to stabilize morale; the intense bidding assured players that devil fruits would always sell, sparking a rush of new treasure hunters.

While most players were spending only small amounts, their combined contributions far outpaced the heavy spenders. After the auction, Seaside City was left in disarray. Pirates, hearing rumors of devil fruits fetching millions, launched raids—but often came up empty-handed since players hadn't received their cash in-game yet. Frustrated, many players admitted they hadn't anticipated the danger in treasure hunting.

Back at the auction house, the middle-aged man respectfully reported into a phone bug. A mocking laugh came from the other end: "Fufufufu~ How interesting, so many new characters in the sea…" It was unmistakably the voice of Doflamingo, one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea.

"You're saying he can teleport, make objects disappear, and even speak directly into your mind?" Doflamingo mused aloud. "Could it be Law?"

The middle-aged man hesitated. "Young Master, I don't think it's Law. The voice didn't match his, and I didn't sense his 'room' ability."

"Fufufufu, no matter," Doflamingo replied, amusement lacing his words. "The calm seas are raging once more. Keep tabs on these newcomers, and if any look promising, recruit them. We can't sit on the sidelines in an era like this."

"Yes, young master!" the man responded, hanging up.

Watching all of this unfold, John smirked. "Seems there's real potential in these artificial devil fruits," he murmured, noting that Caesar's research on synthetic devil fruits in Punk Hazard was still underway and would need more time to complete. After checking on this, he turned his attention to Nine Snake Island.

With Emma's unicorn abilities, players like Sarah and the others could continue training even with limited in-game time. Olivia had also developed impressive skills, gaining control over thunderstorms and hail—though she still needed to build her strength.

Two weeks after launch, players were now feeling the full intensity of One Piece World. Nearly every player who ventured out to sea had encountered pirates, resulting in fierce battles, ambushes, and looting. Many of these confrontations had escalated to player-versus-player (PvP) battles, as rivalries flared up.

The auctions hadn't been easy either, with some venues taking more than the standard 10% fee, leaving many players disgruntled and empty-handed. Complaints flooded game forums, and rival companies seized the opportunity to criticize John's handling of the game. But John was unfazed, confident that the strongest would prevail over time.

As alliances and rivalries grew, savvy players began joining established powers in the game. Some gained favor with Whitebeard, earning the status of "son" and securing powerful protection. Others joined the ranks of Kaido and Big Mom, finding safety under the Four Emperors. Even if only as low-ranking members, they avoided constant robbery and could turn the tables on others.

The influx of players also forced the Navy to open global recruitment, though this was for entry-level roles to maintain order rather than high-ranking officers. Many players jumped at the chance to train within the Navy's ranks, preparing themselves for the greater battles ahead.

Both pirates and the Navy were evolving with the influx of new players, making John eager to see how this shift would impact future clashes. As tensions rose and power structures shifted, John looked forward to the upcoming battle—a showdown sure to be influenced by unpredictable player participation.

Meanwhile, the Dragon Kingdom was steadily gaining influence in One Piece World. John had even noticed their discreet connections with the Revolutionary Army. After closely monitoring the game's development for days, John decided it was time to make a few tweaks to keep things balanced.

"It's almost time to bring changes to the Pokémon as well," he thought, a smile playing at the corners of his mouth.

A/N: Thanks for reading, donate some power stones for extra chapters.

Also check out my Patreon if you want extra chapters up to chapter 76: Patreon.com/AncestorX

Enjoy ✌️.


Chapter 59: contest?

"Pokémon has been online for nearly three months now, allowing players to interact with all 151 first-generation Pokémon—except for a few mythical beasts," John thought, watching the world unfold from his virtual space.

In John's design, the three legendary birds were rare Pokémon rather than "gods." Each bird could be found in specific environments: Zapdos near dense thunderclouds, Articuno on freezing mountain peaks, and Moltres near intense volcanic heat. But as for the elusive Mew and Mewtwo, only John had ever seen them, and he hadn't told anyone about their existence.

For most players, these hundred-plus Pokémon just appeared as unique creatures, without knowing which were stronger or weaker. There were no "stat values" to guide them, making it difficult to judge a Pokémon's power just by its looks.

Over the past ten days, in Second World, gyms in major cities had been set up, and news of a national competition spread, sparking player enthusiasm and filling venues to capacity. Michael and Adam were working tirelessly to prepare for the grand event.

The Pokémon League was a massive project with many moving parts. The national competition would take time to coordinate, so for now, they shifted focus to the upcoming Contest, a display of Pokémon's elegance and charm.

In Seaside City, a new Contest Hall had sprung up, and the announcement for the first Grand Contest was posted on the city's official WebNet account:

[Coming soon to Seaside City: the First Grand Contest!]

• Requirements: At least one Pokémon, no disqualifying records

• Overview: Showcase the beauty of Pokémon without battling! Judging will focus on appearance, training quality, and moves…

The Contest and national competition announcements caused an immediate buzz online, rivaling even the excitement for One Piece World.

"He's here! He's here! The National Competition is coming!"

"I'm off to Seaside City to see the contest—I can't believe they're preparing for Nationals so soon. Sorry, but I'm winning that trophy!"

"Who are you kidding?"

"Grand Contest? Finally! My beautiful Eevee has its moment to shine!"

"Big moves here. Just as the Nationals drop, so does the Contest in Seaside City."

"This is killing me! I want to join the competition, but I still want to keep playing One Piece!"

"Well done! I'm no good at battling; this quieter competition is perfect for me!"

With excitement surging, the Contest soon gained a massive following alongside the national competition. At the his family home, John relaxed on a massage chair, his mind sinking into the virtual space.

"Alright," he thought to himself, "let's release the second generation of Pokémon this time."

According to the anime, there were seven generations of Pokémon. The second generation from the Johto region only added around 100 more Pokémon to the original 151, which felt just right for now. John didn't want to release all the Pokémon at once—better to keep some in reserve.

Satisfied, he began programming the second-generation Pokémon, completing the update within hours. Then he added the new Pokémon to the Seaside City template in Second World, copied the files to his computer in the real world, and sent the update to the Dragon Kingdom's virtual gaming division for review. Ever since Pokémon was promoted across Dragon Kingdom, John could submit updates directly without going through Michael and the others, saving him plenty of hassle.

"Designed it so quickly?" Michael asked at dinner, clearly impressed.

"Yep. Since you're holding the National Competition, I thought another hundred Pokémon might add more variety to keep things interesting," John replied with a smirk.

Michael raised an eyebrow. "That sounds… generous, but are you speaking English?"

"John! Give me the new Pokémon list!" Lily exclaimed, grabbing his arm excitedly. "I can't wait to catch new ones!"

"I already sent it to the group chat," John said, rolling his eyes. "Didn't you check?"

From their blank looks, it was clear that, except for Grace, none of them had noticed.

"What do you mean?! I'm swamped with all these trainers every day," Lily groaned. "Even with a hundred assistant gym leaders, I barely have time to check messages!"

"Well, if you're short-handed, just find two hundred more assistants—I'll cover the cost," John teased.

"Bro! That's not what I meant!" she replied, exasperated.

"Alright, alright," he laughed. "Win the Championship at Nationals, and I'll have a surprise for you."

Lily's frustration disappeared instantly, replaced by a bright smile. "Really?!"

"Since when have I lied to you?"

With John's assurance, she looked thrilled, while he chuckled at how quickly her mood shifted.

"Did you submit everything for review?" Michael asked.

"Yes. With two months until Nationals, they'll know what to do," John replied confidently.

"Good. Adam and I have our hands full, so it's a relief you can handle the updates yourself."

A/N: Thanks for reading, donate some power stones for extra chapters.

Also check out my Patreon if you want extra chapters up to chapter 79: Patreon.com/AncestorX

Enjoy ✌️.


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