One Piece: Journey to the New Dawn

[Note:

" * " : Indicates abilities that can be upgraded with practice, experience, or unique opportunities.]

> System inner voice ["speaking"] <

> Ash inner speech "speaking" <

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The morning sun streamed through the gaps in Dadan's hideout, filling the space with a soft, golden light. The bandits and the girls sat around, waiting for Ash to finish cooking breakfast. After the chaotic events of the past couple of days, the rest they'd gotten had been much needed, and it showed in their more relaxed demeanor.

Ash soon brought out the freshly cooked meal, and everyone eagerly dug in, enjoying the rare moment of peace. Once breakfast was over, Ash stepped outside, leaving the girls behind to help around the hideout.

Making his way to the clearing by the cliff, he found his usual spot under a sturdy tree. The salty breeze caressed his face as he leaned back against the trunk, closing his eyes for a moment. The serene sound of waves crashing below and the gentle rustle of leaves in the wind made him smile.

As he let the moment sink in, his thoughts drifted to the rewards he'd received the previous night, the memory bringing a sense of anticipation he hadn't shared with the others just yet.

Flashback....

After their dinner, the girls huddled together inside the house, falling asleep as usual. Ash, however, stepped outside, choosing the soft grass beneath the open sky as his resting spot. Lying on his back, he gazed up at the twinkling stars above, their quiet brilliance calming his thoughts.

"Celeste," Ash called, in his mind as the cool breeze carried by the still night. "Open the messages I received earlier."

In response, Celeste's familiar voice echoed in his mind. ["Of course, Ash. Opening the first one now."]

A glowing display appeared before his eyes, detailing the completion of the Grey Terminal quest:

Quest Completed: Prevent the Grey Terminal Incident

Objectives:

- Defeat the Blue Jam Pirates. ✅

- Disrupt the plans to burn the Grey Terminal. ✅

- Save as many people as possible before the fire breaks out. ✅

Rewards Breakdown:

-> EXP Gained

- Blue jam Defeated (Boss-Level Enemy): 8,000 EXP

- Mid-Level Pirates Defeated (x10): (Each pirate earns 700 EXP) 7,000 EXP

- Low-Level Pirates Defeated (x10): (Each pirate earns 300 EXP) 3,000 EXP

- Rescued Civilians (x178): (Each civilian rescued earns 200 EXP) 35,600 EXP

=> Total EXP Gained: 53,600 EXP

Other Rewards:

-> +1 Level

-> 1,000 Store Coins

-> Lottery Tickets (x5)

Ash smiled, pleased by the sheer amount of experience gained. "That was worth the effort," he thought, feeling a sense of accomplishment.

["You've still got a couple more messages waiting,"] Celeste reminded him cheerfully.

Ash blinked, recalling the notifications he'd received the day Dragon left. "Yeah, I remember. Show me—I'd like to check those now," he said.

Without delay, the second message began to materialize before his eyes.

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Hidden Quest Completed: Changing the Fate of Ace and Selina

Objective:

- Recruit Ace as a full-fledged crew member, changing her future path.✅

- Recruit Selina as a full-fledged crew member, steering her away from the Revolutionaries. ✅

Hidden Objective: Save Selina and help her to maintain her full memory and identity. ✅

Rewards Breakdown:

-> Objective 1: 5,000 EXP

-> Objective 2: 5,000 EXP

=> Total EXP Gained: 10,000 EXP

-> 1,000 Store Coins

-> Lottery Tickets (x3)

Hidden Objective Reward: Bonus Reward

Ash seeing this gets confused and asks Celeste, "But didn't Selina already accept to join with me, Lucy, and Uta? Ace and Selina accepted to become vice-captains, right? Why didn't it finish then?"

Celeste responds, ["Even though Selina accepted, she had doubts because of her past. But due to the events that happened, her thoughts were confused, and she couldn't decide. After she got saved by you and met the girls again, she finally decided which path she should take."]

Ash, in his mind, thinks, "So, in a way, she started to accept that we've got her back, no matter what kind of situation she gets in. We gave her the hope she needed making her break the shackles of her past, right?"

Celeste responds, ["Yes."]

Ash smiles and replies, "I'm happy that we gave her hope then. Okay, Celeste, open the bonus rewards."

Celeste opens the message, revealing five glowing mystery boxes marked with a glowing "?".

Ash selects the first three of the five mystery boxes. As Celeste opens them, the rewards are revealed:

Ash selects the three of the five mystery boxes without wasting the time. As Celeste opens them, the rewards are revealed:

{1}

Name: Nimbus Staff

Grade: Epic

Type: Weapon - Transforming Staff

Description: A mystical staff bound to its wielder's soul, allowing for control of its form and size. Crafted from ancient magic, it responds only to its true owner and adapts to their will in battle.

Effect:

• Soul Bound: The staff is bound to the wielder's soul, making it impossible for anyone else to wield or break.

• Will-Controlled Movement: The user can control the staff's movements and direction with their will, allowing for effortless strikes and maneuvers. The staff can also be returned to the user at any distance by simply willing it to their hand.

• Unbreakable: The staff is immune to elemental and physical attacks, making it indestructible.

• Size Alteration: The user can change the staff's size at will, from small to large, to suit the combat situation.

Limitations:

• The staff's size change requires a brief concentration period, leaving the user vulnerable for a moment.

• Will Control: The staff's movement and ability to return to the user are tied to the wielder's focus. If the user is mentally distracted or fatigued, the staff's control becomes less precise, reducing its effectiveness in battle.

{2}

Name: Poseidon's Grace

Grade: Epic

Type: Fruit (Consumable)

Description: Poseidon's Grace is a rare fruit that permanently removes the weaknesses of Devil Fruit users. Upon consumption, the user becomes immune to seawater and Sea Stone, eliminating the usual debilitating effects these elements have on Devil Fruit powers. Additionally, the fruit grants immunity to any ability or power that would normally negate or nullify a Devil Fruit user's ability.

Effect:

• Immunity to seawater and Sea Stone.

• Immunity to all powers that negate or suppress Devil Fruit abilities.

Limit: The effect is exclusive to the consumer.

{3}

Name: Utility Upgrade Ticket (x5)

Grade: Epic

Type: Consumable

Description:

A specialized ticket that upgrades a utility item to the next tier of quality, enhancing its functionality and reducing its limitations. Applicable to items from Common to Epic, this ticket cannot be used on Legendary or Mythic items.

Effect:

• Upgrades utility items from Common → Uncommon, Uncommon → Rare, Rare → Epic.

• Enhances the item's abilities, reduces cooldowns, or unlocks new features.

Limitations:

• Cannot upgrade items beyond Epic grade.

• Only usable on utility-type items.

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Ash's eyes widened as he saw the three rewards revealed before him. "All Epic again?" he muttered, scratching the back of his head in slight frustration.

Celeste giggled in his mind; her tone playful. ["Well, what can I say? It was you who selected them, Ash. Maybe your luck is just stuck at Epic level for now. But do you really think the reward not worth it?"]

Ash pouted slightly, crossing his arms. "Still, it's... a bit disappointing." But as his gaze lingered on the descriptions of each reward, his expression softened.

"Even though they're Epic, these rewards are actually pretty amazing," he admitted with a small grin. "The staff sounds incredible, Poseidon's Grace is a game-changer, and those upgrade tickets will be super handy."

Celeste chuckled again. ["See? I told you it's not all bad. You've got some real treasures here."] Ash nodded, his pout fading into satisfaction as he examined the items more closely.

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Ash asks Celeste, "Alright, Celeste, open my last message."

Celeste responds cheerfully, ["Sure thing, Ash. Here it is!"]

Hidden Quest Completed: Ally of the Revolutionary

Objective:

- Gain the trust and earn a good opinion from Dragon. ✅

- Decline Dragon's offer to join the Revolutionary Army. ✅

Hidden Objective:

- Make an offer and establish an alliance with the Revolutionary Army. ✅

Rewards:

-> Relationship boost with the Revolutionary Army.

-> Training offer from Dragon and revolutionary.

-> 5000 EXP

-> 1500 Store Coins

-> Lottery Tickets x2

Hidden Objective Reward: Tailored Reward Box (x5)

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Ash asks, "What is this Tailored Reward Box, Celeste?"

Celeste replies, ["It's something special, Ash. Let me give you a brief description about it, see it."] She then displays the following description:

Tailored Reward Box:

A unique, one-time-use box that adapts to the user's current needs. Upon opening, it grants a random item, skill, or boost tailored to what the user requires most at that moment. Whether it's a healing item, combat-related boost, skill upgrade, or equipment enhancement, the box ensures that the user receives something directly useful for their journey or a recent challenge. It guarantees a meaningful reward based on immediate needs.

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Ash considers the five Tailored Reward Boxes thoughtfully. "Four of these will be perfect for Ace, Lucy, Selina, and Uta," he thinks, smiling to himself. "I'll take the last one for myself. It'll be more meaningful to open them together when I give theirs."

With that decision made, he stores the boxes in his inventory carefully. Taking a moment to reflect, he tallies up the rewards in his mind and realizes with some excitement, "That makes 10 lottery tickets now, thanks to the rewards I just got."

Ash grins and says, "It seems I've got 10 lottery tickets. Do the spin, Celeste."

Celeste replies with a cheerful tone, ["Alright, Ash. Let's see what luck has in store for you!"]

The wheel spins in colorful lights, coming to a stop, revealing Ash's 10 rewards:

(Lottery x 10)

(1)

Name: Basic Health Potion (x5)

Grade: Common

(2)

Name: Basic First Aid Kit (x5)

Grade: Common

(3)

Name: Minor Luck Charm

Grade: Common

(4) 

Name: Cameko

Grade: Uncommon

Type: Item (Transponder Snail)

Description: A Transponder Snail that records video and audio, allowing for clear transmission of visual footage.

Effect:

• Captures both video and audio, unaffected by external interference or forces. Transmits footage to paired snails without disruption.

(5) 

Name: Proko

Grade: Uncommon

Type: Item (Transponder Snail)

Description: A Transponder Snail designed to project video and audio from other snails.

Effect:

• Projects live video and audio content received from other snails, immune to external interference or outside forces.

(6) 

Name: Sea stone Shackles (Advanced)

Grade: Rare

(7) 

Name: Training Boost Pill (x5)

Grade: Rare

(8) 

Name: Gravitational Weights [Debuff Gravitational strain Str, Agi:70% ; End : 40%]

Grade: Epic

(9) 

Name: Mental Fortitude Pills

Grade: Epic

Type: Consumable

Description: These rare pills permanently enhance mental strength and cognitive abilities. Consuming them grants a permanent boost to intelligence, increasing mental clarity, focus, and problem-solving skills.

Effects:

• Increases intelligence stat permanently. (+50)

• Improves strategic thinking and comprehension.

Limit: Single-use item.

(10) 

Name: Devil Fruit Extraction Core

Grade: Mythic

Type: Artifact

Description: A small, orb-shaped core that emits a faint, glowing aura, bound to the wielder of the Basket of Eternal Fruits. When activated, it extracts Devil Fruit powers from a weakened or unconscious target. These powers are then transferred to the Basket, where they transform into a new fruit. The core can only be used once per month. Only the wielder of the Basket can use the core.

Effects:

• Extracts Devil Fruit powers from a weakened or unconscious target.

• Powers transform into a new fruit stored in the Basket of Eternal Fruits.

• Can only be used once per month.

Limit: Only the wielder of the Basket can use the core. Target must be weakened or unconscious for extraction to succeed.

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Ash feels a mix of emotions as he reviews the rewards. Six of them, like the Health Potions and First Aid Kits, are already familiar to him. He can't help but feel a little disappointed, knowing he has already got them before.

Yet, there's a silver lining. The two Transponder Snails—Cameko and Proko—seem interesting enough for Uta, and the Mental Fortitude Pills look like something that could use to further enhance intelligence.

But what catches his attention most is the Devil Fruit Extraction Core. A Mythic grade item. Ash couldn't help but feel a surge of excitement. The idea of extracting Devil Fruit powers and turning them into new fruits felt like a game-changer.

The rarity of such an item stirs a sense of pride and wonder within him. "A Mythic reward..." he thinks, a quiet smile creeping onto his face. "It's worth the spin, after all."

While the other rewards felt familiar, the Mythic one had made it all feel worthwhile. Content, Ash decides to rest for the night. He places the rewards in his inventory and heads inside, the weight of the day's events catching up with him as he closes his eyes to sleep.

Present...…

As Ash was reminiscing about the previous day events, a cheerful laugh followed by giggling reached his ears. He turned around and saw Lucy running towards him, her face bright with excitement. The rest of the girls were trailing behind, shouting for her to wait. Ash couldn't help but smile as he watched them approach.

Lucy, full of energy, jumped towards him. Ash, still sitting and leaning against the trunk, caught her effortlessly. The girls arrived shortly after, breathless but laughing.

Ash raised an eyebrow, glancing at the group with a smile. "What are you guys doing here? I thought you were helping around the house."

Lucy, full of energy, yelled childishly, "It's boring to do chores, Ash!"

Ash chuckled, unable to hold back his laughter. "Hmmm, you're correct. Then how about some gifts for you guys then?"

Lucy's eyes sparkled with excitement. "Yes, yes! Give me, give me!" She shook Ash, making the rest of the girl's chuckle at her eagerness.

Ash grinned. "Wait....Wait.....Let me take it out first."

With a dramatic flourish, Ash retrieved the Nimbus Staff from his inventory. He knelt in front of Selina, holding it out to her. "First, My lady, a worthy weapon as promised."

Selina flushed, clearly embarrassed by his theatrics. "You don't have to be so dramatic. You could just hand it over."

Ash mockingly gasped, wiping an imaginary tear from his eye. "Blasphemy! How can you say no to dramatics?"

Selina pouted, still blushing. "Just give it to me, idiot!" She snatched the staff from his hand.

The moment her fingers touched the staff, it bonded to her soul, the activating immediately.

Before Ash could explain about the Nimbus Staff, Selina, full of curiosity and excitement, tossed it far off the cliff without a word. The girls gasped in surprise, shouting, "Selina, what are you doing?!"

Without responding, Selina simply willed the staff to return to her. The staff flew back toward her, gliding through the air as though responding to her command. The girls' eyes widened in awe as Selina effortlessly controlled the staff with just her mind without touching the staff, making it rotate in mid-air and circle around her like a dance.

She changed the staff's size, shrinking and elongating it, manipulating its form with ease. With a final move, she shrank the staff down to the size of a needle and brought it to a perfect halt, stopping it inches from Ash's face, right between his eyes.

Ash, despite trying to maintain his composure, couldn't help but feel his legs shake like jelly. He wasn't afraid, but his body clearly betrayed him. The girls looked at Selina and asked, "How did you do that? How could you control it like that?"

Selina casually replied slightly exhausted, "As soon as the staff bonded to me, I understood everything about it. You guys saw how it works just now. Also, it's indestructible, even to both physical and elemental attacks. Only thing is it takes good concentration and mental power to control."

The girls' eyes widened in astonishment, with Lucy exclaiming, "Sugoi!" in awe. Uta also tells it happened same to her when she used her pendant to which Ace also agrees nodding her head. Hearing this Lucy pouts as she didn't get something like that. 

With a smirk, Selina turned to Ash, noticing his shaky legs, and teasingly asked, "Ash, did I scare you?"

Ash quickly tried to sound convincing, declaring, "No, nothing can make me fear... the future King of Pirates!" His words were confident, but his legs were still trembling like jelly.

The girls, watching Ash's struggle to keep a straight face, couldn't help but giggle at him. "Your legs are shaking, idiot," they teased with playful smiles.

Ash quickly covered up his nervousness, saying, "It's just because the climate is cool." The girls looked up at the clear, sunny sky and gave him a look that clearly said, "Really?" They all giggled for a while, clearly amused by his attempt to hide his nervousness.

Once he composed himself, Ash turned to Selina and asked, "So, how is it? Do you like it?"

Selina smiled and nodded, "I like it a lot. Thanks, Ash." She then placed the staff in her inventory bag, clearly satisfied with the gift.

Ash then took out the Mask of Alteration and the Utility Upgrade Tickets from his inventory. Turning back to Lucy, Uta, Ace, and Selina, he said, "Ok, Now take out your masks I gave you."

The girls quickly retrieved their own masks seeing that ash has different type of tickets which they are seeing for the first time, and Ash handed each of them a Utility Upgrade Ticket. Ash tells them about the ticket and what it does. "Alright," he said, "on the count of three, we all tear them at the same time."

Nodding in agreement, everyone held their tickets ready. "One… Two… Three!"

As they tore the tickets, their masks glowed brightly in their hands, radiating a soft, magical aura. After a moment, the glow subsided, and the masks displayed their newly upgraded features.

Each mask now had the added effects of reduced cooldown time, increased usage duration, and invisibility is added for cum, alongside the existing features.

The girls stared in awe at the shimmering masks, clearly impressed by the information they got in their minds after the mask got upgraded.

Name: Mask of Alteration (Upgradable)

Grade: Rare

Type: Utility

Description: A magical mask that allows the wearer to alter their appearance, height, and voice entirely for up to 12 -> 18 hours. Comes with a full-body cloak that enhances disguise capabilities, concealing the user's identity perfectly.

Effects:

• Grants complete anonymity by altering physical and auditory traits.

• Even advanced detection methods, including Observation Haki, cannot uncover the wearer's true identity.

•Adds invisibility and immunity to scent-based tracking. (New)

Limitations:

• Usable again only after 48 -> 36 hours of cooldown.

• Invisibility cannot be maintained while engaged in combat or high-energy actions like using abilities.

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Selina is the first to voice her opinion, saying, "Wow, now we can also become invisible."

Lucy exclaims excitedly, "Sugoi! I want to try it now!"

Uta shakes her head with a small smile and says, "Not now, Lucy. There's still time for that."

Lucy, hearing this, just pouts in disappointment.

Ash then takes out the Cameko and Proko & hands them to Uta. Uta looks at the snails, confused, and asks, "Why are you giving me these Den Den Mushi?"

Ash smiles and replies, "They're not normal Den Den Mushi," and begins explaining the unique features of the snails.

After explaining, Ash looks at Uta and says, "I want you to have this. You've always wanted your singing to reach the whole world, right? Now, with this Cameko, everyone can hear you. You know all the snails are connected telepathically everyone with a Proko can see you and hear your song.

"Also, since there is a chance Marines can track regular ones, but with these special ones different than regular one, they will keep you safe from the marines or anyone who tries to track you— since they won't be able to trace you. But your voice will still reach everyone. Just make sure to use the mask and give yourself a disguise for now, at least until you're strong enough to defend you know."

Hearing this, Uta's eyes glisten with tears, and she steps closer, hugging Ash tightly before giving him a kiss on the lips surprising Ash even Selina, Lucy and Ace. Pulling back slightly, she softly says, "Thank you, Ash."

Ash chuckles, rubbing the back of his head with a blush. "I'm lucky Celeste gave these; you don't have to thank me."

Uta shakes her head with a smile, her voice filled with warmth. "Even though it came from Celeste, you're the one who thought about giving this to me. It means a lot. Also, tell Celeste I said thanks."

Ace and Selina, witnessing the moment, both blushes deeply with a twinge of jealousy, glancing away awkwardly.

Lucy, however, stares at the scene with confusion etched on her face. Not fully understanding what just happened, a little jealousy stirs within her, after seeing the display.

Ash then takes out five Tailored Reward Boxes from his inventory.

Seeing this, Ace crosses her arms and asks with a smirk, "Seriously, how many things do you have hidden in there? Just take everything out already."

Ash chuckles, shaking his head. "This is the last one for now, I promise."

He hands a box to each of them and explains, "These boxes are going give us exactly what we need most right now, for each of us different—whether it's an item, may any skill related, boost, or something else entirely. Just open them and see what they have for you."

All of them eagerly open their boxes, anticipation etched on their faces.

As the box opens, a blinding light bursts forth, causing them to shield their eyes and gasp in surprise.

To be continued...

Hey everyone! I'm always looking for ways to make this story even better, and I'd love to hear your ideas. What powers do you think should be available in Ash's store? Maybe you have some cool concepts for abilities, weapons, or items that could make the adventure even more exciting!

Feel free to drop your suggestions in the comments, and if there's anything specific, you'd love to see in future chapters, let me know! I might even integrate your ideas into the story.

Also, don't forget to give some Power Stones if you're enjoying the journey! Your support means the world. 😊