Chapter 570: Gyarados Queen, and a new plate
The warehouse of the Beasts Pirates was filled with items gathering dust, including a particular Human-Human Fruit that had yet to find a suitable user.
Human-Human Fruit - Mythical Zoan - Model: Onyudo.
The picture book doesn't have records of all the devil fruits, but as a Mythical Zoan, theoretically, it must be a special ability. Sengoku's Buddha fruit possessed abilities such as a golden body and shockwaves, so it made no sense for Onyudo to be lacking.
Thus, the fruit has been left in the warehouse. Gyarados, being an aquatic species, consuming a Devil Fruit would not bode well for her, as it would mean sinking to the bottom of the sea.
However, she was the first Pokémon to have brought back a plate from the deep sea. Even if it was just to encourage the others, she would be richly rewarded. King's Rock and the ability to speak were just one of the rewards, and Onyudo Fruit was also included.
Compared to humans, it was more suitable for the Human-Human Fruit to be eaten by appropriate animals.
As for the fear of water, he would have to solve that hurdle.
Since the last time he removed the side effects of Okuchi no Makami, he no longer wanted to do that troublesome job. But, the appearance of the plate made him decide to make an exception.
Everyone who brought back a plate received something from him. If they were to be ranked, Sasaki received the worst, but that was the result of his single-minded adoration for Kaido.
Apart from Kaido, he had offended nearly all the high-ranking officers. Nevertheless, he still obtained an Ability and had integrated into the ranks of the officers. If he had paid more attention initially, he might have received better rewards.
"Rotom, bring out that Human-Human Fruit."
"Understand, Rotomm. I'll find what you need right away."
Under Rotom's intelligent handling system, the fruit quickly arrived in front of Arceus. To ordinary eyes, it was just a Devil Fruit, but to Arceus, it was trouble.
Though he had experience in removing side effects from Okuchi no Makami, that experience was not entirely applicable to the Onyudo Fruit. This was because no two Devil Fruits were exactly alike, causing them to have completely different structures.
Although Arceus' previous modification experience was useful, it cannot be directly copied in its entirety.
However, it wasn't as if there was no progress. Now, the number of his plates has increased, making his power more comprehensive. Carrying out this meticulous craftsmanship is also much faster than before.
Regarding the plate's type, besides Arceus himself, Queen should be the one most pleased with this plate. It was Toxic Plate representing Poison-type, and with this plate, Arceus can produce antibodies for any poison and produce terrifying deadly poisons freely.
For Queen, who hadn't even fully understood Muk's bodily fluids, this meant an increase in workload. However, this increase also meant he would be in a state of pain and pleasure, as it was his favorite thing.
Arceus was preparing something new for Gyarados. Meanwhile, the group she led remained in the inland sea of Onigashima. However, her status had now become extraordinary.
In fact, these Gyarados living near the Wano Country should be considered the 1st generation elders. However, their task was to guard the nearby sea area, not to venture outside.
Being able to appear near Arceus every day was their privilege. But today, one of their descendants who was originally one of them had leaped to become the queen of their race.
It couldn't be said it was unfair because she is the queen appointed by Arceus, bearing the King's Rock bestowed by Arceus. Unless she betrays Arceus, no Gyarados would dare to defy her.
However, those Gyarados did not enter the inland sea as facing their own descendant, especially one who is countless generations later and had become the queen, they felt a bit awkward.
Currently, only Yamato spends her days on the shore along with her Larvitar and converse with Gyarados about various matters of the deep sea.
"Are the depths of the sea really that interesting?"
"Well, maybe. I'm not sure if it's interesting, but interesting discoveries are often made in the depths of the sea."
As Gyarados spoke, her tail twitched, splashing sea water onto the shore. To Larvitar, who was busy munching on sand, there was essentially no difference between seawater-mixed sand and sesame paste.
Yamato and Gyarados chatted for a long time until Larvitar had devoured a large chunk of sand from the shore, prompting Yamato to lead it away from here.
"We'll talk again in a few days; it's time for training."
Watching Yamato leave, Gyarados once again submerged back into the sea, awaiting Arceus's return.
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And so, she waited for twenty days, with someone bringing her special food every day. These were Poffins made to Gyarados' taste. As there were many Gyarados living in Wano Country, the Beasts Pirates had long learned about their eating preferences.
Yamato appeared once again, this time with a bandage wrapped around her head.
Finally, Gyarados saw Arceus returning with the devil fruit.
"My lord..."
"Nereus, from now on, that shall be your name."
"Nereus…Thank you my lord for granting me this name."
Nereus' eyes sparkled with joy, and even her fierce face softened a bit.
"Also, this is for you."
Arceus tossed the Onyudo Fruit he had modified into Nereus' mouth. Due to her massive mouth, the Devil Fruit slid right in. Afterward, she sensed the changes brought by the fruit.
Gyarados' body contorted and then expanded again, her scales transforming into new clothes. She had long white hair, but the two strands in front of her ears were red. Her overall attire was red, her skin was fair, and the signature crown remained on her head. Her ears were also like the dorsal fin of Gyarados.
At this time, she had become a female sea giant. This was her Human-Form, or rather, her Onyudo form. Because she was female, the manifestation of the Onyudo fruit on her was completely different, but she still retained her original massive size.
As the fruit's prototype was a Yokai from Wano Country, she inherited some traits of a female yokai.
Moreover, her voice also changed, no longer rough and hoarse as before. Although slightly neutral and aloof, it wouldn't lead to misunderstandings. As she looked at her own hands, she felt somewhat unfamiliar with her new body.
"Where would you like to stay from now on? You can choose."
"I'll continue searching for things for My lord. The vast sea still has many unexplored places, and I will work even harder."
"I'll leave it to you then, but don't be too reckless. Everything should remain as usual. There are islands which are our territories. If needed, you can seek assistance there. Your crown will serve as the token of authority."
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