Chapter 651

"It is indeed very magical," Shanks nodded. "However, Devil Fruits also have their limitations; for example, once you eat it, you can never swim again."

"What does that have to do with anything?" Locke asked.

"Because, a pirate's life cannot be separated from the ocean," Shanks explained. "Once you lose the ability to swim, you will lose a great advantage."

"I understand," Locke nodded. "However, this gift is really very important."

"I know," Shanks smiled. "Good luck to you."

Locke and the Straw Hat Pirates accepted Shanks' gift and began their journey to find the Teigu. They constantly traveled through various waters, challenging powerful pirate crews and sea beasts. By chance, they learned a piece of news: there was a Teigu on Walpol Island.

Walpol Island was an island composed of technology and machinery; it is said that the weapons and equipment on this island were the most advanced. The Straw Hat Pirates decided to head to this island to see if they could find the Teigu.

When they arrived at the island, they discovered that a powerful pirate crew had already occupied it. The leader of this pirate crew was named Clifford; he was a tall man holding a very powerful electric axe.

The Straw Hat Pirates engaged in an intense battle with Clifford, but Clifford's strength was very powerful; he was almost an absolute opponent for the Straw Hat Pirates. Locke constantly used his own skills, attempting to defeat Clifford, but none were successful.

"This guy is very difficult to deal with," Locke sighed. "What should we do?"

"Let me handle it," Luffy shouted. "I want to use my Haki strike to send him flying."

Luffy gathered his strength and launched his finishing move, "Elephant Gatling." His fist turned into a giant elephant head, smashing down violently toward Clifford.

However, Clifford's reaction was very rapid; he grabbed Luffy's fist and pulled with force, throwing Luffy directly to the ground.

"It seems you are not strong enough yet," Clifford sneered. "If you want to defeat me, you need more training."

The partners of the Straw Hat Pirates all fell silent; they knew this battle was very important, and if they failed, they would lose the opportunity to find the Teigu.

"We cannot give up," Usopp shouted. "We still have a chance."

"That's right, we cannot let this guy defeat us," Sanji said. "We have to continue fighting."

Locke also stood up; he knew this was a critical moment, and he had to find a way to defeat Clifford. ===== CHAPTER 653 =====