Rocks Band: I have 48 Imperial Arms.

The deafening sound waves!

A terrifying sonic boom erupted in the sky!

It sounded like the roar of fighter jets.

The booming sound was even stronger than the muffled thunder in winter, comparable to a thunderstorm.

The terrifying gale was compressed by immense force.

The exaggerated sound waves erupted from within, with sonic boom clouds exploding everywhere. It was completely unimaginable that this was a level of human power that could be achieved. However, within the realm of Observation Haki, this terrifying power was controlled by a single person.

even!

He did not rely on the power of a Devil Fruit.

It is pure! Pure! Pure physical skills without any excess!

Absolutely—physical skills!

Armament Haki swirled around his fist.

A fist the size of a clay pot burst forth from the buzzing wind and waves as soon as it appeared.

An overbearing posture.

He threw a punch directly at Rocks.

"who?"

The low murmur had only just begun to form.

The terrifying giant fist had already rushed in front of him, without any other colors, only absolute physical impact.

A powerful punch, like a comet striking the ground.

As for Locke, he was somewhat depleted after his battle with Yan.

Even if there are strong and weak, if two strong people of the same level really want to kill each other, they will definitely have to pay a considerable price. Akainu and Aokiji fought for ten days and ten nights. Although Akainu won, he was also seriously injured. And this was only the defeat, which resulted in one of them losing a leg.

But Lockes completely killed Yan Ge in a short time, leaving him no chance of survival!

How could it be possible without paying a price?

"Another brat—"

"You think you can attack freely just because I'm injured? What a delusional fool you are!"

but!

Rocks is indeed Rocks!

Even when injured.

Even if the great war had just ended.

Even if you are attacked without any sense of martial ethics.

Even after he came to his senses, he still possessed the ambition to dominate the world.

"Little devil—"

"Let me shatter your delusions with my own hands!"

The terrifying impact was like a cataclysmic collision of heaven and earth. The massive shockwave swept across the entire area. Those with weaker strength couldn't even stand up and were sent flying to an unknown distance by the impact of the wave.

Rumbling--

Dust settled.

"Kid...you're pretty tough..."

"pity--"

"You're still a long way from defeating me, the King of the World, Rocks!!!"

"Hahahaha..."

Amidst a unique and eccentric laugh.

Rocks stood atop the cliff, emanating a terrifying aura, a darkness that seemed to engulf everything.

In the midst of battle with Yan.

A new fist mark appeared on his already battered body, unexpectedly conspicuous on his chest.

And in front of him.

The navy officer, dressed in a white coat with his 'Justice' cape fluttering behind him, knelt on the ground, as if he had suffered a considerable injury in the brief exchange, with blood seeping from his knuckles.

"Navy?! Vice Admiral?!"

The glaring epaulets made the Rocks Pirates' high-ranking members stare wide-eyed.

In this critical moment, the one who attacked and killed Rocks was not a Marine Admiral, but merely a Vice Admiral?!

and!

The powerful physical techniques and fists that had just erupted caused their pupils to shrink slightly. Their absolute strength was in no way inferior to theirs. Even Silver Axe, who always relied on brute force to kill, had a slight change in expression.

'Power... I'm no match for him?!'

The face beneath the armor.

He looked like he'd seen a ghost.

"Garp?!"

Unlike the others who were utterly shocked, Locke seemed to have anticipated what had just happened, looking at the figure who had made the move.

They recognized the person at a glance.

Powerful Fist! Garp!

Garp, who is known for his mastery of the "Golden Fist" style, is now at the peak of his power, compared to his strength which will decline with age. He relies on physical combat skills to dominate the battlefield.

It wouldn't be too surprising if a young, middle-aged version of the old man could take down a King-level Locke with a single punch.

Chapter 156: In Position! The Leading Actors Behind the Scenes!

He reached the pinnacle of physical skills.

According to some unverified rumors, the famous Navy Six Styles were perfected and systematized by this old man.

Even in the original storyline, when he was already old, he still possessed terrifying combat power, in no way inferior to the three top combatants of the Marine Headquarters at their peak.

Whether it's Akainu, Aokiji, or Kizaru, they are all powerful figures with extremely respectful demeanor.

To know!

Physical prowess is unlike anything else. While Devil Fruits can be improved through skill, kiting, and area-of-effect attacks, physical combat is the most basic form of flesh-and-blood collision, demanding the most blatant physical attributes and even physique.

Even in his old age, when his vital energy and blood are depleted, he still possesses such strength.

Moreover, he is currently in his prime.

boom! !

A surging dragon of energy rose from Garp's body.

Despite being just a navy officer wearing an ordinary hat, he exuded a chilling aura, as if one were staring directly at a ferocious beast. This was especially true for Locke, who was proficient in three martial arts—Gang, Soft, and Xingyi—and had cultivated them to a high level, only one step away from the so-called Emperor-level. Locke could feel the immense power emanating from Garp.

no way……

It's definitely not just a simple Emperor-level expert!

"That rascal."

Locke squinted, his eyes filled with deep apprehension.

He had a feeling that even among a whole group of Emperor-level powerhouses, Garp's current strength was definitely not bad, and might even be among the top!

No wonder he's another member of the 'D' clan.

but……

Even with this level of strength.

Before Locus at the top of the canyon.

"Vulnerable!"

"Vulnerable!"

"Completely vulnerable!"

A contemptuous growl contained a power that seemed capable of shattering the world; enveloped in jet-black Armament Haki, Rocks unleashed a power so formidable that even gods and demons would be deterred.

Even though he had just fought a major battle, was quite exhausted, and was injured, he still managed to keep Garp on the defensive!

and.

Still in his area of ​​greatest strength: physical skills!

The fat on his body rippled like ocean waves as he was struck by the relentless, visceral blows.

The neat naval uniform was quickly torn to shreds, and the cape with the word "Justice" hanging on the back was punched with several glaring holes in it by the terrifying force of the punches.