One Piece: With Sign-in System-Chapter 217: The Dragon’s Head Descends from the Sky

"Declaring war against the World Government?!"

Akainu's expression turned as dark as ink, his entire body surging with murderous intent as boiling magma erupted around him.

"Don't be ridiculous!"

With a furious roar, he stomped the ground heavily. Magma exploded from beneath his feet, scorching the earth into a molten red. Using the force of the blast, he propelled himself high into the air above the plaza.

Akainu's magma-infused right arm, wrapped in an overwhelming aura of Armament Haki, carried an unshakable killing intent as he launched a decisive, lethal attack at Ron.

"Volcanic Hellhound!"

A colossal fist of magma, infused with explosive power akin to a volcanic eruption, surged forward. It was an ultimate fusion of his 'Great Eruption' and 'Hellhound' techniques, perfectly showcasing the Magma Fruit's terrifying destructive capabilities!

Facing Akainu's all-out strike from behind, Ron merely turned his head slightly.

In an instant, his Blood Moon blade was enveloped in Armament Haki, its surface turning a deep, ominous black. A crimson sword aura intertwined with an abyssal, hellish darkness spiraled around the blade like a coiling vortex.

Under the stunned gazes of Zoro and Sanji, Ron swung his sword backward.

"Purgatory."

The unleashed slash transformed into a raging black dragon wreathed in blood-red flames. Its ferocious eyes burned with wrath as it twisted its serpentine body and crashed head-on into Akainu's magma fist!

The world fell into a brief silence. The wind ceased, and the clouds stood still.

The black dragon of sword energy and the magma hellhound collided violently, distorting the surrounding air. The suffocating heat waves rippled outward, while countless onlookers watched in terror as the two forces clashed with increasing ferocity.

A few moments later—

A deafening explosion resounded!

The sheer force of the detonation generated a massive shockwave, sending scalding currents of air surging in all directions. The earth trembled violently, and the entire plaza quaked under the impact.

Fiery magma cracks extended outward like spiderwebs, swallowing unfortunate marines caught in the blast, reducing them to mere ashes in an instant.

The execution platform, unable to withstand the shockwave, finally began to collapse.

Just as Fleet Admiral Sengoku, who had transformed into his golden Buddha form, prepared to leap down while carrying Ace, a voice echoed through the air.

"Ice Age... World Freeze!" fɾeewebnoveℓ.co๓

The execution platform, on the verge of crumbling, was instantly sealed in ice, transforming into a transparent, crystalline structure.

Sengoku, Tsuru, and Vice Admiral Dalmatian turned toward the source of the voice.

Aokiji and Fujitora had finally stepped onto the battlefield, emerging from the frozen bay behind the encirclement walls.

At the same time—

The Moby Dick, carrying Whitebeard and Marco, crashed through the breached encirclement wall created by Ron's earlier slash. Through the massive opening, Whitebeard, brandishing his Murakumogiri, and his commanders stormed onto the vast battlefield before the execution platform.

At last, the war for Marineford had fully converged into a single battlefield.

The Marines, the Seven Warlords of the Sea, the Revolutionary Army, Ron's faction, and the entire Whitebeard Pirates had all gathered upon this vast plaza!

...

"Now, the true battle begins!"

On the streets of Sabaody Archipelago, amidst the bustling crowd, Rayleigh grinned as he watched the unfolding chaos on the broadcast screen.

"Who will emerge victorious in this war between the Marines and the pirates? And how will the World Government respond to Ron's declaration of war? Things are getting more and more interesting."

...

"Sengoku, what now?"

Vice Admiral Tsuru turned to the golden Buddha-like Sengoku.

She didn't need to explain. Sengoku understood her meaning.

Should they prioritize dealing with the Whitebeard Pirates, or should they first focus on eliminating Ron—the man who had killed Kizaru, demonstrated overwhelming strength, and openly declared war against the World Government?

Sengoku clenched his fists, gritting his teeth. He struggled to make a decision.

But at that moment—

Someone else made the choice for him.

"Meteor Volcano!"

Akainu swung his fist skyward, launching countless molten boulders, like a shower of falling stars, hurtling toward both Ron and the Whitebeard Pirates.

Ron swung his sword.

Whitebeard clenched his fist.

In an instant, the sky full of magma was shattered and dispersed.

And then—

The battle erupted once more.

"Ace!"

Diamond Jozu roared, leading the Whitebeard Pirates in a ferocious charge toward Aokiji and the Marine forces blocking their path.

Meanwhile, Dracule Mihawk raised his black sword, sending a slashing wave powerful enough to split the sea for miles, aiming directly at Whitebeard.

Whitebeard, gripping Murakumogiri with both hands, infused it with his quake powers and swung forcefully. Though he managed to deflect Mihawk's attack, he let out a muffled groan, his breath unstable, his condition deteriorating.

His body was failing him.

"Old man..."

Marco's eyes flickered with urgency and concern.

Whitebeard's condition was worsening.

They needed to rescue Ace—quickly!

He fixed his gaze on the battlefield ahead.

Jozu had engaged Aokiji in a fierce clash.

Beyond the troublesome Fujitora, the Marines still possessed overwhelming top-tier forces—the Fleet Admiral Sengoku, who stood guard over Ace, and the legendary hero Garp, positioned nearby.

The Revolutionary Army and Straw Hat Luffy's group appeared to be struggling against Aramaki and Gion.

As for the enigmatic traveler, Ron—he seemed to be fighting alongside them, yet his motives were unclear. Was he truly here to rescue Ace, or was he playing his own game?

A glimmer of frustration flashed through Marco's eyes.

Even with Kizaru dead, the gap in strength between both sides remained insurmountable.

If this continued... Father...

Marco turned to glance at Whitebeard. The legendary pirate had just parried another devastating slash from Mihawk's black blade, but blood now trickled from the corner of his lips. His once-mighty presence was beginning to waver.

Gritting his teeth, Marco made a decision.

"We have to go all in!"

With a powerful flap of his wings, he transformed into a massive phoenix wreathed in brilliant blue flames. Without hesitation, he soared toward the execution platform at full speed.

Garp's fists clenched as he saw Marco approaching. A deep conflict flickered in his eyes.

As a Marine veteran, bound by duty and justice, he knew he had to act. Yet, the sight of Luffy's desperate struggle flashed in his mind, filling him with doubt and hesitation.

In the end, Garp did not throw his punch.

He let Marco pass over him unhindered.

"Garp..."

Vice Admiral Tsuru, witnessing the moment, sighed deeply.

Sengoku, however, did not even spare Garp a glance. With a sharp breath, he snorted in disapproval and then raised his hand to strike.

"!!!"

A deafening explosion followed as Sengoku unleashed a shockwave of pure force at Marco.

The impact twisted the very air itself.

Marco's expression changed as the attack crashed into him with unimaginable power. He was sent hurtling backward, his azure flames flickering erratically as he plummeted to the ground in front of the execution platform.

"Damn it! I was so close!"

Gasping for breath, Marco struggled to rise. His determined gaze remained locked on Ace, frustration and helplessness swirling in his eyes.

At that moment—

The skies above Marineford darkened.

Thunderclouds rolled in unnaturally, thick black masses pressing down on the battlefield. Lightning crackled wildly across the heavens.

Ron narrowed his eyes, his piercing blue gaze flashing with intrigue as he looked toward the sky.

"What is that...?"

Sengoku's expression shifted drastically. His pupils shrank as he focused on the looming shadow within the storm clouds.

"No... it can't be...!!"

"ROOOOAAARR!!!"

A deafening dragon's roar shook the entire battlefield.

Every Marine froze in place, their eyes filled with shock and disbelief.

From the endless storm clouds, a colossal dragon's head emerged, its fearsome eyes surveying the battlefield from above, exuding an aura of absolute domination.

One of the Four Emperors, Kaido of the Beasts—

Had arrived at Marineford.