Seven Crews – Season 1, Episode 1: A New Beginning

Seven Crews – Season 1, Episode 1: A New Beginning

On a small island in the Grand Seas, a young boy named Ace D. Ryker dreams of becoming the Pirate King. From the moment he could walk, he was fascinated by pirates, adventure, and the open sea. His father, a powerful pirate captain, had left him a mysterious fruit before disappearing—a Devil Fruit unlike any other. Without knowing its true power, Ace ate it. His body felt strange, and before he realized it, his limbs stretched like rubber. He had eaten the Gomu Gomu no Mi, granting him a body of pure elasticity.

After consuming the fruit, Ace’s grandfather, an old retired marine named Garlo D. Cain, took it upon himself to train the boy. He believed that only through brutal training could Ace survive the harsh world of pirates. Garlo was a master of Haki, possessing both Armament Haki (allowing him to harden his body like steel) and Observation Haki (giving him the ability to sense attacks before they happened). He pushed Ace beyond his limits every day, forcing him to dodge cannonballs, fight wild beasts, and train his reflexes until he could react instantly. Under Garlo’s guidance, Ace learned how to use Haki with his Devil Fruit powers, making his attacks even more devastating.

But Ace wasn’t raised only by his grandfather. His adoptive mother, a fierce warrior named Reina, was once a notorious pirate before settling on the island. She had the power of the Flame-Flame Fruit, allowing her to control and create fire at will. Though she didn’t have Haki, her fire-based abilities were unmatched, and she taught Ace how to fight using creativity. “Your rubber body makes you unique,” she told him. “If you train hard enough, you’ll be able to make your own techniques—attacks no one has ever seen before.”

Throughout his childhood, Ace had one close friend, a boy named Zane. Though not related by blood, the two grew up as brothers and trained together. Zane was strong but had no Devil Fruit powers—instead, he had an incredible natural talent for swordsmanship. He wielded twin blades and could cut through almost anything. The two often sparred, arguing over who was stronger, though Ace always dreamed bigger.

On his 16th birthday, Ace made his decision—he would set sail and become a pirate. Standing on the shore with nothing but a small boat, he grinned at his adoptive mother and grandfather. “One day, I’ll find my own crew. Seven legendary pirates who will help me conquer the Grand Seas. I’ll be Pirate King!” he declared.

As the sun set, Ace left the island, sailing toward the unknown. His adventure had just begun.

To be continued…

Seven Crews – Season 1, Episode 2: The Cursed Blade’s Arrival

After setting sail from his island, Ace D. Ryker traveled the vast sea, filled with excitement and determination. He had one goal—to form a legendary crew and become Pirate King. Days passed, and his food supply started to run low. Then, on the horizon, he spotted an island.

As Ace arrived at the island’s shore, he quickly realized something was wrong. The once-bustling village was silent—windows were shattered, and the air was filled with the scent of burning wood. A group of pirates in black coats patrolled the streets, terrorizing the people. One elderly villager whispered to Ace, "This island was taken over by Captain Kain, a ruthless pirate who imprisons anyone who opposes him."

As Ace moved through the town, he heard shouting near the village square. He ran to find a large iron cage, and inside was a young swordsman, around 18 years old. His body was bruised, and his long silver hair covered his face. The villagers whispered his name—Ryo Kisaragi, a warrior who had tried to fight back against Captain Kain but had been defeated and captured.

Ace clenched his fists. “I can’t let this slide.”

With determination, he rushed toward the cage, taking down several of Kain’s men with his rubber-powered punches. But just as he reached for the lock, a huge shadow loomed over him.

Captain Kain had arrived.

A massive, battle-hardened man with jet-black armor and a massive axe stood before him. “So, another fool thinks he can stand against me?” Kain sneered before swinging his axe.

Ace dodged and fought back with all his strength, using his rubber abilities to land powerful blows. “Gomu Gomu no Pistol!” He punched Kain square in the face, but Kain barely flinched. The difference in power was too great.

After a brutal fight, Ace was left on the ground, panting and exhausted. Kain raised his axe for the final strike—until suddenly…

A gust of wind tore through the battlefield.

A man in a long, dark coat appeared. He carried a katana with a cursed purple glow, its aura so strong that even Kain took a step back. The villagers gasped in shock.

“Danks…” someone whispered.

Danks, Ryo’s mentor, was a legendary swordsman known for his supernatural sword techniques. He moved like a shadow, cutting through Kain’s entire crew within minutes. None of them stood a chance.

Now, only Kain remained.

The fight between Danks and Kain shook the island. Danks was fast and precise, his cursed blade cutting through even steel. Kain fought back with all his might, but he was outmatched. However, when Ryo was finally freed from the cage, he grabbed his sword and joined the battle alongside Ace and Danks.

Together, all three attacked at once—Ace using his rubber-powered punches, Ryo with his lightning-fast sword strikes, and Danks delivering the final cursed slash.

With one last cry, Captain Kain fell. The island was free.

As the villagers cheered, Ace turned to Ryo. “Join my crew. Let’s conquer the Grand Seas together!”

Ryo smirked. “Heh… I suppose I don’t have anywhere else to go. Fine, I’m in.”

Ace then turned to Danks. “What about you?”

Danks shook his head. “I walk my own path, kid. But we’ll meet again.” He disappeared into the night.

As Ace and Ryo set sail, they thought about a name for their crew. After brainstorming, Ryo grinned.

“How about Seven Crews? A name that’ll shake the world one day.”

Ace laughed. “I love it!”

Their journey had only just begun.

To be continued…

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