The Textbook

The sects and schools of Dawn City, embarking on the exploration of "Isla De Hielo," approached the island in a massive fleet powered by TPs. Leading this formidable force was a Lieutenant Commander named Shadis, dispatched by the World Government to assist Dawn City. Despite his thin build, bald head, and sly-looking eyes, the blue aura emanating from him hinted at his formidable capabilities. A tattoo of a shotgun adorned his left arm, a symbol of his military affiliation.

"Commander Shadis, we are nearing our location. Your instructions?" a crew member saluted, tactfully omitting the word "Lieutenant."

"That's Lieutenant Commander Shadis, and you can relax. We'll get there in no time," Shadis replied with a gentle expression, concealing a boosted ego.

"Yes, Commander!" Oblivious to the title slip, the crew saluted and departed.

Chuckling on the deck, Shadis suddenly spotted a suspicious vessel through his binoculars. Upon recognizing the flag featuring a skull with thick lips—the emblem of the notorious Big Lips Pirates—Shadis raised the alarm.

"Big Lips Pirates are here! Prepare for combat! Ready the cannons!" His shout, infused with a Blue Brand aura, sent the entire fleet into a frenzy.

The warriors from the sects and schools readied themselves upon hearing about the impending encounter with the infamous Big Lips Pirates. The seas around Balrog Kingdom were known for pirate activity, and while these pirates might not rival the experts of the Glory Continent, they posed a significant threat elsewhere.

The Big Lips Pirates, affiliated with an organization calling themselves the "4 Yonkos," were among the most formidable pirates in the seas of Balrog Kingdom.

On a ship controlled by the Sing Family, Lei Sing observed the unfolding spectacle with amusement. "Oh, what's this? A pirate? Hahaha~ isn't this like a scene from a popular 'manga' on Earth?"

"Manga? I don't have time for those; I was still active in my gaming career when I died. Must be fun being a retired pro, huh?" replied Brother Xiu, a teen with a slightly puffy face and delicate hands, indicating his penchant for evening activities.

"Come on, Brother Xiu, you're being bitter again. Isn't it fun being famous for ten whole years with that one game you loved?" Lei remarked casually, enjoying the unfolding chaos on the seas.

"If my personally built team, 'Magnificent Era,' hadn't betrayed me, I'd still be the league champion," Mei Xiu muttered, clenching his fist.

Known as Mei "The Textbook" Xiu, he was an "immortal" pro gamer who had dominated a particular game for a decade. Renowned for his uncanny tactics, he earned the title of "The Textbook" in the game "Pride."

Lei, filled with yearning and excitement, suggested, "After you sort out this family matter, join me on an adventure! Let's explore the world, gain fame, and even become pirates like in One Piece, dress like Shinigamis, or become Ninjas! It'll be fun!"

Although tempted to agree, Xiu felt compelled to repay the kindness his family had shown him after his reincarnation. Reborn as a neglected boy in the Xiu family, his status soared when family higher-ups discovered the tattoo on his back—a mysterious arsenal of weapons depicted through scrambled texts and letters.

Dubbed "Arma Orgullosa," Xiu's abstract class innate tattoo restricted its naming to Spanish. As an "Abstract" Tattooed Warrior, Xiu's life became of utmost importance to the Xiu Family.

"I'll consider it, but I need to repay my family first," Xiu replied with a tinge of regret.

"Up to you. Let me know if you decide; I'll stay in that family for another month," Lei shrugged.

On the "Big Lips Pirate Ship," excitement filled the air as the crew spotted a wealthy fleet, including a Marine ship.

"Ohh! A fleet, and they look rich!"

"Heh! A Marine ship too! It's going to be fun!"

"Bossman, let's kill them! I'll have fun with the girls! Kekeke!"

"Alright, boys, prepare for a raid! Hahaha." Carn "The Butcher" Pudge, a burly dark-skinned man with sideburns, an ugly face, and a scar over his left eye, responded. As a branch leader of the Big Lip Pirates, he had strolled near the island when the disturbance occurred. Known as a ruthless pirate who killed and stole without mercy, he bore a tattoo of a large bloodied hook weapon on his left chest—a symbol of his infamous reputation.

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As Carn "The Butcher" Pudge and the Big Lips Pirates prepared for their raid, the atmosphere on the approaching fleet grew tense. The prospect of an encounter with notorious pirates heightened the sense of urgency among the warriors and crew members from the sects and schools of Dawn City.

On the ship controlled by the Sing Family, Lei observed the unfolding situation with a mischievous grin. "Ohh, looks like things are getting interesting! Pirates, Marines, and us caught in the middle! This is like living in a real-life adventure novel!"

Brother Xiu, still contemplating his familial obligations, sighed. "I never imagined my reincarnation would involve pirates and marine skirmishes. Life truly is unpredictable."

As the two factions drew nearer, the clash seemed inevitable. Carn "The Butcher" Pudge, standing tall on the Big Lips Pirate Ship, bellowed orders to his crew, fueling their excitement for the impending raid.

"Prepare for battle! We're going to have some fun today! Kekeke!"

Meanwhile, Lieutenant Commander Shadis, leading the fleet from the Marine ship, assessed the situation. The presence of notorious pirates stirred a sense of vigilance among the Marine personnel.

"All hands, be prepared for a potential pirate confrontation. Let's show these scoundrels the might of the Marines!"

The warriors from the sects and schools, caught in the middle of this maritime showdown, readied themselves for what promised to be a chaotic and unpredictable clash.

Back on the Sing Family ship, Lei casually remarked to Brother Xiu, "Well, Brother Xiu, it seems our adventure is taking an unexpected turn. How about we spice things up a bit?"

Xiu, acknowledging the inevitable chaos, nodded. "Let's see where this adventure takes us. Pirates, Marines, and warriors—quite the ensemble we've found ourselves in."

As the two opposing forces closed in, the sea became the stage for a confrontation that would unfold in a symphony of clashes, strategies, and the unpredictable whims of fate.