Geodude’s body is naturally composed entirely of rock, and these Geodude created in the unique environment of Wano Country have Seastone within them. As one of the hardest materials, ordinary attacks cannot harm them.
Those bullets hitting them barely scratch their surface, as if someone had tossed a handful of soybeans at them. Even a scraping massage could cause more pain than the so-called Hell’s Lute.
To hide the weapon much better, the Oniwabanshu named Jigoku Benten concealed a firearm inside the biwa, and the biwa could still be played normally, but it affects the firepower of the firearm.
Although the rate of fire and bullet capacity was retained, the damage inflicted by the bullets was quite underwhelming, significantly inferior to regular firearms. Even the lethality against ordinary individuals was comparatively low.
The attack hit Geodude’s Seastone body which seemed insignificant, and these Geodude had distinct edges on their bodies, which was a sign of youth among their kind.
Young Geodude mostly have quick temper. Although it didn’t hurt, being pelted with beans by someone was not acceptable. Plus, these people had triggered the alarm, so several Geodude naturally retaliated.
There were no fancy attacks; they simply propelled themselves forward by slapping their hands on the ground. The lead Geodude then launched Take Down.
Take Down was simply a powerful, single collision, but their sharp-edged Seastone body could inflict significant harm. Geodude doesn’t distinguish between genders; even though Jigoku Benten was female, she held no more appeal to them than a piece of rock.
The other Geodude were not idle either. As soon as the group of imprisoned individuals emerged from the prison cells on the rock wall, the Geodude used Rock Slide to force them back in. Seeing the gap close up, these prisoners suddenly lost the courage to resist.
Because as long as Geodude performed Rock Slide again, all of them would be buried alive inside. They couldn’t understand Geodude’s words, but the threat was quite clear.
Meanwhile, the sounds of alarm naturally reached Babanuki at the entrance.
“Damn it. Guard this place! You guys come with me! Letting those guys escape would be a real problem!”
These people attacked for a while but couldn’t get close to the gates of Udon. There weren’t any formidable opponents here; if it was all about firepower, it wouldn’t matter where he is.
However, among the prisoners, there were some formidable pirates, and if they escaped, it would be a big problem.
Fortunately, Babanuki had always carried the keys with him, so he wasn’t afraid of too many prisoners escaping. Thanks to the advanced craftsmanship, even the lock cores of Seastone handcuffs in Wano Country were made of Seastone, and their sturdy cores made picking them open a challenging task.
Coupled with Geodude’s obstruction, only a little over a hundred people managed to escape, and only a dozen or so had their handcuffs removed.
“Kill them!”
It seemed that today they were destined to lose a large group of laborers, but according to Babanuki’s estimation, the number of people here would be replenished in a few days. So, these people were just the right group to make an example of.
“That guy is the prison warden! The key is in his hands!”
Upon seeing Babanuki rushing over, a prisoner shouted excitedly. They didn’t want to keep mining here forever, and even though there is a prison term, they wanted to leave this place as soon as possible, and tonight was the best opportunity.
Upon hearing this, both the prisoners who had their handcuffs removed and the Oniwabanshu members turned their gaze towards Babanuki.
Oniwabanshu wanted to release more prisoners, while the pirate prisoners knew that this small group of people was no match for the Beasts Pirates, so they also wanted to release some manpower.
They temporarily formed a unified front, all turning their gaze in Babanuki’s direction. However, their first challenge was a hail of gunfire. The opposite pirates were armed with large-caliber gatling guns, and the dense bullets formed an impenetrable wall of firepower.
They were not Geodude, and only a very few could withstand such a rain of bullets. Soon after, the ninjas produced some peculiar items from their pockets.
“Ninpo: Smoke Escape Technique!”
A massive cloud of thick smoke engulfed the open space in the stone quarry. Despite its name being Smoke Escape Technique, it was, in fact, a specially crafted smoke bomb. Charging through the smoke bomb was their only chance to get closer to their opponents.
The heavy smoke obstructed their vision. While the pirates continued to fire, their accuracy significantly dropped. The massive stones being mined in the stone quarry now served as cover for these intruders.
Eventually, they closed in on their opponent. A clinking sound echoed near Babanuki, as an iron chain was thrown and wrapped around his arm.
“Hahaha! You’re a Devil Fruit user, right? Taste the feeling of your own Seastone chains!”
Most of these prisoners had some knowledge of Babanuki’s abilities, and in this place, there were plenty of Seastone products. This chain was rigged up from their Seastone handcuffs.
Thanks to the ample funding, even the ordinary people here had Seastone handcuffs.
“You reap what you sow, you Beasts Pirates’ ba*tard! I’ll definitely take Kaido’s head!”
A pirate laughed maniacally and swung his blade toward Babanuki’s neck, but it was grabbed in mid-air by a gorilla’s arm.
“You think you can challenge Boss Kaido with your puny skills? Too naive, you fool.”
“No, it’s impossible! You’re clearly a Devil Fruit user, and you’re restrained with Seastone! How can you still use your abilities?!”
Watching Babanuki complete his transformation while wrapped in Seastone chains, the pirate’s expression became incredibly wonderful. This situation had shattered his common sense.
“What made you think I am afraid of Seastone?!”
Babanuki headbutted the pirate. Although Slaking has Truant ability, this ability allows them to accumulate immense strength in their bodies. Babanuki, who had obtained Slaking’s power, was no different.
Although his attack frequency was very low, to the point where he had to use the Switch Mode* to ensure mobility, the power of each of his strikes was exceptionally formidable. Under the force of his headbutt, the once arrogant pirate became completely motionless. [*TN: Chapter 158]
Canceling his ability, he grabbed the chain with one hand. Even without transforming, he, who has Super Strength skill, possesses terrifying strength.
“I am one of the Blessed Ones, bestowed with perfect strength by Lord Arceus. Perfect strength does not come from a Devil Fruit but from the grace of the god. Seastone has never been our weakness!”
Then he grabbed the chain with his other hand. The Seastone chain that was meant to restrain him had now become his weapon. Using his Super Strength, he swung it around within the smoke, producing a series of agonized screams.
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