35: Chapter 35 Teaching Partners to Cultivate Overbearing AuraLuffy, covered in wounds, opened the long-closed training space.He had completely sealed the entrance to prevent his crew from disturbing him, intending to better teach them once he had mastered Haki.However, everyone was shocked to see Luffy's unrecognizable state.If it weren't for his familiar attire and iconic straw hat, they would have thought a monster had escaped from the training space."Luffy, what happened to you?How did you get so badly injured?"
Uta anxiously helped Luffy lie down on his lap, making Sanji want to kick Luffy away and lie down himself, but he had to refrain from doing so because Luffy was injured.Zoro narrowed his eyes; he knew Luffy's strength, so he guessed that Luffy had been training with something stronger than him, which was why he was in this state.All this would only be known after Luffy recovered.Zoro, as expected of the vice-captain, guessed half right.However, it was less of a battle and more of a complete rout for Luffy.If Luffy hadn't broken through his last-ditch effort, he would probably be dead in the training space by now, the kind of body no one would collect.After Uta used Healing Joy on Luffy, his injuries slowly subsided.After eating the food Sanji had carefully prepared, Luffy gradually regained his energy.After using Wood Element to heal his internal injuries, he finally began to practice what he had been training for the past few days."Everyone knows about Logia-type Devil Fruit users, right?Like that Marine we encountered in Loguetown recently.The reason Logia-type Devil Fruits are considered stronger than other types isn't just because they possess various elemental powers, but more importantly, because they can become elemental, making them untouchable by enemies," Luffy said slowly, leaning against Uta's chest."Then wouldn't Logia-types be invincible?" Zoro asked, voicing his doubt.Luffy adjusted to a more comfortable position and continued, "Actually, no.As you all know, Devil Fruit users can't come into contact with the sea, right?So the World Government developed weapons made of Seastone.But this stuff is rare and difficult to refine.So, besides Seastone, there's another power called Haki to deal with Paramecia, Zoan, or even the strongest Logia-type Devil Fruit users."
"Domineering?What's that?"
This was the first time anyone had heard the term "Haki." They were surprised that the invincible Logia-type Devil Fruit users had anything to fear besides the sea.However, those on the ship with Devil Fruit powers already knew that the Devil Fruit Luffy gave them hadn't caused them to be repelled by the sea.But hearing that they, besides Seastone, also had a power they were vulnerable to was a shock."Yes, Haki.It's a latent power possessed by all humans, an innate ability.Haki is divided into Armament Haki and Observation Haki, both of which can be acquired through training.But there's another type called Conqueror's Haki.I've only heard that it's the Haki of one in millions, the chosen one, possessing the qualities of a king who stands above all others.However, I don't know it yet.Now I'll focus on explaining Observation Haki and Armament Haki.But you can't understand just by talking; let's show you with actions!Zoro, Kuina, and Usopp, attack me as fast as you can!"
With that, Luffy blindfolded himself and stood there, looking completely submissive.Zoro, Usopp, and the others, though puzzled, were driven by curiosity.Zoro and Usopp launched an attack, surrounding Luffy from the front and back.Just when they thought they had succeeded, Luffy dodged their attack.Undeterred, the two launched an even fiercer attack, but all but one was dodged.Frustrated, Zoro pulled Usopp along to join the attack, but even with an extra person, they couldn't even touch the hem of Luffy's clothes.Only when the three of them sat down, panting heavily, did Luffy remove his blindfold."That's Observation Haki, sensing the opponent's aura, power, and the trajectory of their next attack.Next is Armament Haki.And now, Zoro, can I borrow your sword?"
Zoro tossed the Kiri Ichimonji to Luffy, who immediately drew it and slashed at his own wrist.Everything happened in the blink of an eye; no one had time to stop him.Just when everyone thought Luffy's hand was about to break, a clang rang out, and the Kiri Ichimonji struck Luffy's wrist squarely, sending sparks flying."That's Armament Haki!It can enhance your defense, like an invisible armor, and it can also be used for offense.Nami, transform into your elemental form first!"
Although Nami didn't know what Luffy was going to do, she obediently transformed into her elemental form.Luffy appeared in front of her, and Nami's pretty face flushed slightly at the sight of the handsome boy.But the next second, Luffy gave her a sharp tap on the forehead.The pain made Nami squat down on the ground, clutching her forehead with a pitiful expression."Ouch!Luffy, what are you doing?Wait, that hurts.wait, I'm already elementalized, why can you still attack me, Luffy?"
Nami, still crying out in pain, realized something was wrong.Sanji, who was preparing to avenge Nami, sensed it too.Everyone then realized something: Nami had become elemental.Shouldn't Luffy's head-thump have passed right through Nami?So why was Luffy able to touch her now?"This is another application of Armament Haki.While it can't nullify Logia-type users like Seastone, it can grasp their physical form to achieve its combat purpose.Alright, everyone, don't overthink it.Next, I'll guide you through training so you can experience the wonders of this power for yourselves."
Miss Wednesday and Mr.9 stared in astonishment at the incredible power Luffy displayed, while simultaneously thinking despairingly, "If this entire crew were to master this power, then when they reach Whirlpool.""When we are at the mountain, can we still defeat them?No, no, calm and collected.Even the strongest person has weaknesses.As long as we approach them quietly and strike at the right moment, even the strongest person will fail."
Miss Wednesday and Mr.9 secretly cheered themselves on, working even harder, which puzzled the others on the ship.Were these two addicted to working?Meanwhile, Luffy pulled Zoro and Sanji into the training space, teaching them using the system's methods.At first, the two seemed quite relaxed while training their Observation Haki, even bickering occasionally.But after initially mastering Observation Haki and then attempting to train their Armament Haki, they witnessed true terror: "Kuruki Kuruki Jet, Gum-Gum Machine Gun!"
Countless dense fists rained down on Zoro and Sanju, each fist covered in Armament Haki.Luffy, however, wouldn't let them move, saying that he learned Armament Haki in the same way.To prevent them from dodging, Luffy thoughtfully bound their feet with wooden vines and also temporarily confiscated Zoro's sword.
"I would definitely chop/kick him to death."
The two kings, despite enduring countless attacks, finally mastered basic Armament Haki.When Usopp saw the two disheveled figures emerging from the training space, he trembled uncontrollably."I've suddenly contracted a disease where training will kill me," he thought.
Usopp lay on the deck, struggling in agony, but Luffy didn't indulge him this time.He dragged the desperate Usopp into the training space.Perhaps due to his talent, Usopp quickly mastered Observation Haki, but no matter how Luffy attacked him, Usopp couldn't learn Armament Haki.Seeing the pitiful Usopp, Luffy sighed helplessly and could only carry him out of the training space to recover.As for the girls, Luffy couldn't bring himself to do it, since one of them was his girlfriend.He could only have the training space conjure up several powerful female warriors to teach him.When he learned that there was another way to master Armament Haki through continuous battles, Luffy, hungry in the iron cage, watched everyone outside eating and drinking heartily, and once again shed bitter tears.