The Strongest Lunarian in One Piece

"Boom... Boom..."

Over the Red Line, across a desolate stretch of sea, a towering, awe-inspiring figure trained relentlessly, sweat pouring down like rain.

The figure, restrained by cuffs made of 100% pure Seastone, refrained from using Haki. Instead, they threw punches, kicks, knee strikes, and even headbutts against the red rock walls with a crude and brutal intensity.

The sheer impact of these actions reverberated through the air, producing deafening, earth-shattering booms. The Red Line itself bore the scars of this assault—pockmarked with shocking craters and bottomless, abyss-like holes that left any onlooker trembling.

"Boss El..."

A massive figure resembling a Pelagornis bird soared overhead, landing gracefully before transforming into a humanoid with fur-covered limbs. It was Griffin Moss, one of the eight core Vajra Guardians of the Fallen Angel Pirates—a fearsome name that struck terror in the hearts of many.

Moss gazed at the colossal craters in awe.

For the past two years, he had stood among the elite of the Fallen Angel Pirates, alongside figures like Ant King Quinn, Little Demon Oars Jr., Francis Bangi, Butcher Hajrudin, The Rock Saul, and the Ace Brothers. Together, they were known as the Eight Vajra Guardians.

Beneath them stood numerous formidable officers, all striving to surpass their limits. The intense competition within the crew created immense pressure, as no one wanted to fall behind.

It wasn't just about status or power—falling behind would be a humiliation too great to bear.

This fierce internal rivalry sparked a wave of frenzied training among the crew. Every officer pushed themselves to their utmost, silently competing to outdo one another.

Yet, no matter how hard they trained, none could truly catch up to Boss El. They could only gaze in admiration at his distant, godlike figure.

Five years had passed, and no one could fathom just how strong this monstrous being—who perfectly inherited the bloodlines of both the Giant Tribe and the Lunarian race—had become. His relentless discipline and tireless training had elevated him to unimaginable heights.

Standing before him felt like staring into an unfathomable, endless abyss.

"Early this morning, we completed the final transaction with the World Government regarding the Celestial Dragons."

Suppressing his swirling thoughts, Moss reported to El, who, despite being aware of his presence, continued his relentless assault on the Red Line without turning around.

"In addition to gold valued at no less than 20 billion Berries, we acquired the Logia-type Oil-Oil Fruit. We also obtained three Paramecia fruits, three Zoan fruits, and three unidentified Devil Fruits."

"The World Government clearly doesn't want to break ties with us just yet, so there were no conflicts during the exchange."

At this, Moss couldn't help but feel emotional.

In just five short years, the strength of the Totto Land Kingdom had grown immeasurably.

Even the World Government, a colossus of power, no longer dared to openly antagonize them. After reclaiming the Celestial Dragons through various transactions, they didn't dare to take any further aggressive actions—despite the fact that El hadn't personally intervened at all.

"Is there any ability worth noting?"

With a massive headbutt, El struck the Red Line, producing a thunderous boom that sent debris flying in all directions. The impact was astonishing, yet his skin remained unscathed.

He continued delivering a relentless barrage of punches to the rock wall, not bothering to look back as he posed the question.

"Yes," Moss replied. "One of the Paramecia fruits is the Age-Age Fruit. According to the Devil Fruit Encyclopedia, its user can freely alter their own or others' ages."

"The Age-Age Fruit?"

El's powerful fist smashed through the red rock wall before him, leaving an enormous imprint. Turning to Moss with an arched eyebrow, his formidable physique radiated overwhelming strength.

"Yes," Moss confirmed with a nod. "Unlike the Ripe-Ripe Fruit, its effects aren't irreversible. Even if someone is aged or reverted to a younger state, they can be restored to their original age. Excessive Haki usage should also be able to resist its effects."

He hesitated before asking, "Are you interested in it, Boss El?"

"The Devil Fruit Encyclopedia is incomplete. The true power of the Age-Age Fruit lies in its ability to allow the user to transform into any possible future version of themselves. As long as the user's imagination is sufficient, they can reshape their body into any form they can conceive, regardless of limitations," El explained with a slight shrug.

"What!?"

Moss was stunned. The ability to not only alter one's age but also embody different future versions of oneself to gain greater strength was incredible.

"Of course, there are restrictions," El continued. "The user must firmly believe in their imagined future for it to become possible. The stronger their conviction, the more powerful the transformation. But the more grounded in reality the user becomes, the fewer futures they can transform into, and the weaker the effects."

"Additionally, the user cannot maintain their transformed state for long, nor can they apply the ability to others for an extended period. The limitations are significant."

El added with a chuckle, "In some ways, only a child's whimsical imagination and unshakeable belief can unlock the fruit's full potential. Children have a natural ability to dream and believe in fantastical possibilities, whereas adults, with their greater knowledge of reality, tend to doubt and hesitate, which limits the fruit's effectiveness."

"On the other hand, children lack the stamina to sustain powerful transformations, creating an inherent paradox in its use. This uniqueness prevents the Age-Age Fruit from being ranked alongside the most elite Devil Fruits."

"I see…"

Moss nodded as he processed the explanation. "Even with these limitations, it's undeniably an extraordinary ability. Just the basic capabilities alone are remarkable."

"That's true," El agreed. "While it may not be at the absolute pinnacle, its power still stands out compared to most Paramecia-class fruits. It has significant advantages."

"Brrr~~ Brrr~~"

At that moment, the Den Den Mushi placed nearby began to ring.

A vine sprouted from the ground, coiling around the Den Den Mushi and bringing it to El.

"What is it?" El answered the call.

"El Oniichan, we're planning a family banquet today. Would you like to come back?" The Den Den Mushi, imitating Linlin's cheerful voice, conveyed her message. "I've already sent Barry to Amazon Lily to bring back Gloriosa and Medusa-chan!"

"A family banquet?"

El smiled and nodded. "I'll return later today."

Through years of effort, the Lunarian race, once on the brink of extinction, had begun to experience a revival, and the family had become much more lively.