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Chapter 493
Chapter 493: I Don't Want to Be Weak Anymore!
'Reform of the Whole Army Officer (Admiral Grade) Assessment'.
This was a preliminary idea conceived by Im, but the specific implementation plan still needed to be supplemented and optimized by the Five Elders and the Military's Admirals.
But since this matter was proposed by him, it would definitely be carried out.
Im's objective was very simple.
It was to strictly control the Combat Strength Level of Rear Admirals, Vice Admirals, and Admirals, completely wringing out the excess 'water' in the Officer (Admiral Grade) ranks.
Of course.
The Officer (Admiral Grade) ranks referred to here are those directly under the Command Department's Three Forces Headquarters.
As for the Officers (Admiral Grade) in the Military and Political Department and Staff Department, they lean towards administrative roles, so the Combat Power requirement isn't as high, and they don't need to undergo this kind of practical Combat Assessment. However, they need to ensure their Knowledge level in teaching and theory.
However, everything has its priorities.
The World Government currently doesn't have the energy to push forward such a major activity, and it would also affect the overall Atmosphere of the Whole Army's diligent study and training.
Furthermore, as Time continuously flows like the Sea Breeze, the Selection Trial for the 'First Myriad Worlds Top 100 Combat Power Tournament' is getting closer and closer.
This is considered the most anticipated grand event within the World, and its Popularity is so high that it has even spread to the Demon Slayer World, Kabaneri World, and even Paradis Island in the Titan World.
Because they already know that Experts from their own Worlds will also participate!
Actually, Paradis Island in the Titan World originally shouldn't have been allowed to see the Live Broadcast of this Competition, after all, the Identity of these Eldians is that of Atonement Slaves, even lower than ordinary Laborers.
However, thanks to the efforts of Queen Historia, the World Government still agreed to place four Visual Den Den Mushi capable of projecting large screens on Paradis Island.
Army Headquarters. Landeforce.
This place is located in Area RL1555 of the Red Line, but it also includes the adjacent RL1554 and RL1553.
Behind a massive Black Iron Door comparable to the 'Gate of Justice', there were Training Grounds, Shooting Ranges, and multi-story buildings with different Functions, varying in size, but the smallest Training Ground was still as large as four Basketball Courts.
Along the roads and paths, one can see not only Humans wearing Black Military Uniforms of various ranks but also Giant Tribe Officers, walking arm in arm, chatting and laughing as they head towards the extremely large and spacious Army Cafeteria in the distance.
Since the Elbaf Kingdom's Affiliation with the World Government, the number of Giants in the Army has surged dramatically, with over 2,300 registered personnel.
This has led to these open-minded Giant Tribe members being seen everywhere here.
Not far away.
On a Training Ground, a Mink Tribe Captain who looked like a werewolf was engaged in a relatively intense Sparring match with a Human Captain who had a sturdy Physique/Build and held a Katana.
The former's Body was flickering with Electro, his swift movements leaving trails of Electric Flash Afterimages, while the latter's Blade ignited fierce flames wherever it went, and the Speed he burst forth with was in no way weaker than the former's.
Wolf claws and Blades continuously collided amidst the entanglement of Electro and fire, emitting a series of clanging metallic sounds.
At the Edge of the Training Ground, one could also see a group of Mink Tribe and Humans wearing similarly styled Black Military Uniforms, gathered around the Edge of the Training Ground, cheering on the two In the Court.
What a lively Atmosphere and scene.
Besides this.
Similar contests were also taking place on other Training Grounds, but besides the Mink Tribe and Humans, one could also see rare Snake-Neck Tribe members clashing with Mink Tribe members, or Longleg Tribe members engaged in close combat with Longarm Tribe members.
There were even some Human Lieutenant Colonels in the 'Nue' Form who had exchanged Military Merit for 'Kabaneri' Gene Enhancement.
Their entire Bodies were covered in a layer of ferocious Black Armor with barbs and arm Blades flashing with Cold Light, as they engaged in the most fierce Combat in the entire Court with a Giant Tribe Rear Admiral who had a Body Size of up to twenty-two meters.
Shots of purplish-blue 'Fear Energy Bullet' clashed against giant fists employing 'Iron Body Fist Style', triggering repeated violent Explosions and Roars.
Despite this, no one stepped forward to stop them, because these were already daily occurrences at Army Headquarters.
Both Marshal Raymond and Admiral Akainu belong to the hardline faction and strongly Support and Encourage this kind of relatively intense internal Sparring.
They even put out the word that as long as no one is killed and no Destruction is caused outside the Training Ground, they can fight however they want!
Currently, the Biochemical Research Institute has developed Gene Serum that allows people to regrow missing Body parts within a month, based on the Bloodline Genes of 'Kabaneri' and 'Demon'.
While it cannot be said to be fully mass-produced in terms of output, thirty vials can still be supplied to Army Headquarters each month.
As for ordinary light and heavy injuries.
The Hospitals within the Army have resident physicians from the Medical Academy, and with the Physique of Sea Star Persons, in most cases, eating more Meat and lying in bed for a few days is enough to recover.
In fact, the Atmosphere at Marine Headquarters is similar, except they only have Fish-Man Tribe members there.
[Slap!]
"Sanemi, what are you looking at? So engrossed?"
A strong Palm Lightly Pat Sanemi Shinazugawa's right Shoulder, followed by a gentle yet enthusiastic question in his ear.
But Sanemi Shinazugawa didn't turn around, continuing to stand by the third-floor window overlooking the Sparring matches on the Training Ground, his Gaze flashing with fiery Radiance.
"I'm Excited."
"Every time I see the Screen Feed of them using Abilities from different Worlds to fight each other, I feel the Blood in my Blood Vessels heating up, and my Heartbeat Speed also accelerating."
"But I'm also frustrated, because my own Strength is too weak here."
Kyojuro Rengoku was startled upon hearing this, his mood also becoming somewhat complex, but he still walked over to his side and said with a laugh, "There is indeed a huge Gap between our Physique and that of Sea Star Persons."
"But didn't Shinobu Kocho say that it's because of the Total Cell Count? The Biochemical Research Institute has already Researched an Enhanced Serum that can increase the Total Cell Count of us Otherworlders."
Kyojuro Rengoku also felt a sense of longing as he looked at the exciting scene outside.
"Once we accumulate enough Military Merit, we'll be able to apply to exchange for it one day and stand on the same starting line as most Sea Star Persons here!"
These 'Hashira' from the 'Demon Slayer World' are currently in a somewhat awkward Position within the Military.
When they first joined, relying on 'Breathing Style' and excellent Swordsmanship, their Strength was roughly between Headquarters Lieutenant Commander and Lieutenant Colonel, so their Military Ranks were all Headquarters Lieutenant Commander.
But ever since 'Breathing Style' began to spread throughout the Three Forces, the overall Strength of all ranks below Commodore began to rapidly increase.
Now, even among Private First Class and Non-Commissioned Officers, there are quite a few people who have mastered 'Breathing Style: Total Concentration'.
And among Officers and Officers (Field Grade), those who have mastered 'Total Concentration: Constant Concentration' are everywhere, raising their Strength by at least one minor rank, or even two minor ranks.
This directly resulted in the Strength of these 'Hashira' now being roughly equivalent to Headquarters Captain and First Lieutenant.
The most speechless part is that this Situation was taught by their own hands.
Although most people show them respect, that respect is for their Identity as 'Breathing Style Instructors'. In other words, these people see them as Instructors from the Military and Political Department.
The problem is that Sanemi Shinazugawa, Kyojuro Rengoku, and the others are Headquarters Lieutenant Commanders in the Command Department, belonging to the Officers of the front-line Combat Troops.
This made them feel very helpless.
"No, that's too slow. I want to aim for the 'Top 10' in this 'Combat Power Competition', then directly ask for an Animal System Devil Fruit, afterwards use Military Merit to exchange for 'Cell Enhancement Serum', and finally find a true Sword Master to become my master!"
Sanemi Shinazugawa said fiercely with Ambition.
Although it is stipulated that Military personnel are not allowed to participate in the 'Myriad Worlds Top 100 Combat Power Tournament', because it needs to fit the theme of the 'Multiverse', the eligibility to participate has been opened to them, these Otherworlders, and it is even said to be somewhat mandatory.
And this former 'Wind Hashira' of the Demon Slayer Corps saw this point, feeling that it was a rare opportunity!
He didn't want to be this weak anymore!
(End of this chapter)
'Reform of the Whole Army Officer (Admiral Grade) Assessment'.
This was a preliminary idea conceived by Im, but the specific implementation plan still needed to be supplemented and optimized by the Five Elders and the Military's Admirals.
But since this matter was proposed by him, it would definitely be carried out.
Im's objective was very simple.
It was to strictly control the Combat Strength Level of Rear Admirals, Vice Admirals, and Admirals, completely wringing out the excess 'water' in the Officer (Admiral Grade) ranks.
Of course.
The Officer (Admiral Grade) ranks referred to here are those directly under the Command Department's Three Forces Headquarters.
As for the Officers (Admiral Grade) in the Military and Political Department and Staff Department, they lean towards administrative roles, so the Combat Power requirement isn't as high, and they don't need to undergo this kind of practical Combat Assessment. However, they need to ensure their Knowledge level in teaching and theory.
However, everything has its priorities.
The World Government currently doesn't have the energy to push forward such a major activity, and it would also affect the overall Atmosphere of the Whole Army's diligent study and training.
Furthermore, as Time continuously flows like the Sea Breeze, the Selection Trial for the 'First Myriad Worlds Top 100 Combat Power Tournament' is getting closer and closer.
This is considered the most anticipated grand event within the World, and its Popularity is so high that it has even spread to the Demon Slayer World, Kabaneri World, and even Paradis Island in the Titan World.
Because they already know that Experts from their own Worlds will also participate!
Actually, Paradis Island in the Titan World originally shouldn't have been allowed to see the Live Broadcast of this Competition, after all, the Identity of these Eldians is that of Atonement Slaves, even lower than ordinary Laborers.
However, thanks to the efforts of Queen Historia, the World Government still agreed to place four Visual Den Den Mushi capable of projecting large screens on Paradis Island.
Army Headquarters. Landeforce.
This place is located in Area RL1555 of the Red Line, but it also includes the adjacent RL1554 and RL1553.
Behind a massive Black Iron Door comparable to the 'Gate of Justice', there were Training Grounds, Shooting Ranges, and multi-story buildings with different Functions, varying in size, but the smallest Training Ground was still as large as four Basketball Courts.
Along the roads and paths, one can see not only Humans wearing Black Military Uniforms of various ranks but also Giant Tribe Officers, walking arm in arm, chatting and laughing as they head towards the extremely large and spacious Army Cafeteria in the distance.
Since the Elbaf Kingdom's Affiliation with the World Government, the number of Giants in the Army has surged dramatically, with over 2,300 registered personnel.
This has led to these open-minded Giant Tribe members being seen everywhere here.
Not far away.
On a Training Ground, a Mink Tribe Captain who looked like a werewolf was engaged in a relatively intense Sparring match with a Human Captain who had a sturdy Physique/Build and held a Katana.
The former's Body was flickering with Electro, his swift movements leaving trails of Electric Flash Afterimages, while the latter's Blade ignited fierce flames wherever it went, and the Speed he burst forth with was in no way weaker than the former's.
Wolf claws and Blades continuously collided amidst the entanglement of Electro and fire, emitting a series of clanging metallic sounds.
At the Edge of the Training Ground, one could also see a group of Mink Tribe and Humans wearing similarly styled Black Military Uniforms, gathered around the Edge of the Training Ground, cheering on the two In the Court.
What a lively Atmosphere and scene.
Besides this.
Similar contests were also taking place on other Training Grounds, but besides the Mink Tribe and Humans, one could also see rare Snake-Neck Tribe members clashing with Mink Tribe members, or Longleg Tribe members engaged in close combat with Longarm Tribe members.
There were even some Human Lieutenant Colonels in the 'Nue' Form who had exchanged Military Merit for 'Kabaneri' Gene Enhancement.
Their entire Bodies were covered in a layer of ferocious Black Armor with barbs and arm Blades flashing with Cold Light, as they engaged in the most fierce Combat in the entire Court with a Giant Tribe Rear Admiral who had a Body Size of up to twenty-two meters.
Shots of purplish-blue 'Fear Energy Bullet' clashed against giant fists employing 'Iron Body Fist Style', triggering repeated violent Explosions and Roars.
Despite this, no one stepped forward to stop them, because these were already daily occurrences at Army Headquarters.
Both Marshal Raymond and Admiral Akainu belong to the hardline faction and strongly Support and Encourage this kind of relatively intense internal Sparring.
They even put out the word that as long as no one is killed and no Destruction is caused outside the Training Ground, they can fight however they want!
Currently, the Biochemical Research Institute has developed Gene Serum that allows people to regrow missing Body parts within a month, based on the Bloodline Genes of 'Kabaneri' and 'Demon'.
While it cannot be said to be fully mass-produced in terms of output, thirty vials can still be supplied to Army Headquarters each month.
As for ordinary light and heavy injuries.
The Hospitals within the Army have resident physicians from the Medical Academy, and with the Physique of Sea Star Persons, in most cases, eating more Meat and lying in bed for a few days is enough to recover.
In fact, the Atmosphere at Marine Headquarters is similar, except they only have Fish-Man Tribe members there.
[Slap!]
"Sanemi, what are you looking at? So engrossed?"
A strong Palm Lightly Pat Sanemi Shinazugawa's right Shoulder, followed by a gentle yet enthusiastic question in his ear.
But Sanemi Shinazugawa didn't turn around, continuing to stand by the third-floor window overlooking the Sparring matches on the Training Ground, his Gaze flashing with fiery Radiance.
"I'm Excited."
"Every time I see the Screen Feed of them using Abilities from different Worlds to fight each other, I feel the Blood in my Blood Vessels heating up, and my Heartbeat Speed also accelerating."
"But I'm also frustrated, because my own Strength is too weak here."
Kyojuro Rengoku was startled upon hearing this, his mood also becoming somewhat complex, but he still walked over to his side and said with a laugh, "There is indeed a huge Gap between our Physique and that of Sea Star Persons."
"But didn't Shinobu Kocho say that it's because of the Total Cell Count? The Biochemical Research Institute has already Researched an Enhanced Serum that can increase the Total Cell Count of us Otherworlders."
Kyojuro Rengoku also felt a sense of longing as he looked at the exciting scene outside.
"Once we accumulate enough Military Merit, we'll be able to apply to exchange for it one day and stand on the same starting line as most Sea Star Persons here!"
These 'Hashira' from the 'Demon Slayer World' are currently in a somewhat awkward Position within the Military.
When they first joined, relying on 'Breathing Style' and excellent Swordsmanship, their Strength was roughly between Headquarters Lieutenant Commander and Lieutenant Colonel, so their Military Ranks were all Headquarters Lieutenant Commander.
But ever since 'Breathing Style' began to spread throughout the Three Forces, the overall Strength of all ranks below Commodore began to rapidly increase.
Now, even among Private First Class and Non-Commissioned Officers, there are quite a few people who have mastered 'Breathing Style: Total Concentration'.
And among Officers and Officers (Field Grade), those who have mastered 'Total Concentration: Constant Concentration' are everywhere, raising their Strength by at least one minor rank, or even two minor ranks.
This directly resulted in the Strength of these 'Hashira' now being roughly equivalent to Headquarters Captain and First Lieutenant.
The most speechless part is that this Situation was taught by their own hands.
Although most people show them respect, that respect is for their Identity as 'Breathing Style Instructors'. In other words, these people see them as Instructors from the Military and Political Department.
The problem is that Sanemi Shinazugawa, Kyojuro Rengoku, and the others are Headquarters Lieutenant Commanders in the Command Department, belonging to the Officers of the front-line Combat Troops.
This made them feel very helpless.
"No, that's too slow. I want to aim for the 'Top 10' in this 'Combat Power Competition', then directly ask for an Animal System Devil Fruit, afterwards use Military Merit to exchange for 'Cell Enhancement Serum', and finally find a true Sword Master to become my master!"
Sanemi Shinazugawa said fiercely with Ambition.
Although it is stipulated that Military personnel are not allowed to participate in the 'Myriad Worlds Top 100 Combat Power Tournament', because it needs to fit the theme of the 'Multiverse', the eligibility to participate has been opened to them, these Otherworlders, and it is even said to be somewhat mandatory.
And this former 'Wind Hashira' of the Demon Slayer Corps saw this point, feeling that it was a rare opportunity!
He didn't want to be this weak anymore!
(End of this chapter)
