With Ope Ope no Mi in Marvel (Resident Evil, Marvel, Harry Potter)

Every world has its geniuses. These individuals don't fail to progress because they lack the ability, but because the world limits them. Take Kokushibo from Demon Slayer, for example—if he were in the One Piece world, he would undoubtedly be a great swordsman and a Four Emperors-level powerhouse.

Figures like Netero and Ging would also excel in the One Piece world. It's not that the Hunter world lacks stronger characters; it's just that Netero has reached his current ceiling, making further progress without external help difficult.

Bringing Netero to the One Piece world was indeed an idea Daniel entertained. This elderly man, who had dedicated his life to martial excellence, dying in the Hunter world seemed too wasteful. Not to mention, having Netero in the One Piece world would add a significant ally. The One Piece world, already teeming with strong characters, could only benefit from one more like Netero.

However, even if Daniel intended to bring Netero to the One Piece world, it wouldn't be now. Currently, Daniel focused on training his Nen abilities.

"Today, we'll test your Nen attributes." With Gon, Killua, and Daniel having learned Nen and the Four Major Principles, Zeno brought out a glass of water with a leaf floating on it, placing it before them.

Zeno had already explained the six categories of Nen: Enhancement, Emission, Transformation, Manipulation, Conjuration, and Specialization.

The Water Divination method is now the mainstream for testing Nen attributes. While there are other methods, they are often too cumbersome and complex compared to the convenience of Water Divination.

Water Divination can directly test all six categories at once, whereas other methods require testing each category individually.

"Zhi Xi, demonstrate for them." At Zeno's request, Zhi Xi placed her hands around the glass and used her Nen. Shortly after, the leaf inside the glass moved slightly.

"You're a Manipulator. Who's next?" Zeno nodded at Zhi Xi and then looked at the three.

"I'll go first." Gon approached, imitating Zhi Xi's hand position, and used his Nen. The water began to overflow.

"You're an Enhancer."

"It doesn't seem to change," Killua said after using his Nen and seeing no change in the glass. He turned to Zeno, puzzled.

"Taste the water," Zeno suggested with a smile.

"It's sweet," Killua reported after dipping his finger in the water and tasting it.

"You're a Transmuter," Zeno confirmed.

"What about mine?" Curious, Daniel placed his hands around the glass and released some of his aura.

Crack.

To everyone's surprise, the entire glass cracked, and its contents—water, leaf, and even the glass itself—transformed into countless crystals, shining brilliantly before disappearing.

This scene stunned Zeno, Zhi Xi, Killua, Gon, and even Biscuit.

"What just happened?" Killua asked, snapping out of his shock.

"You're a Specialist," Zeno explained, astonished. Specialists are extremely rare among Nen users, as rare as Nen users are among the general population.

Following Zeno's explanation, Gon, Killua, and Zhi Xi all looked at Daniel.

"Now is not the time for you to develop your Nen abilities. Focus on building a solid foundation," Zeno instructed, directing them to continue training in the first three principles: Ten, Zetsu, and Ren. He advised against focusing on Hatsu for now, as it would be meaningless with their current level of aura.

Hatsu involves projecting one's aura, and without sufficient aura, training in Hatsu is futile. Ren is about nurturing and maintaining the aura field, which is crucial for long-term development.

"After all these years, you haven't made much progress," Biscuit remarked, discarding her magazine.

"Master?" Zeno looked at Biscuit, puzzled.

Ignoring Zeno, Biscuit's gaze lingered on Daniel, Gon, and Killua. After a moment's hesitation, she finally spoke, "Take a break for today. Starting tomorrow, you three will train with me."

She was referring to Daniel, Gon, and Killua, excluding Zhi Xi.

"Master?" Zeno questioned again, confused.

"Your training plan is fine for Zhi Xi but too conservative for these three. Such training wastes their potential."

With that, Biscuit left. Zhi Xi looked down, feeling disheartened. Although he had been exposed to Nen the longest, Daniel and the others had quickly caught up, leaving him feeling inadequate.

"Don't be too disheartened, Zhi Xi. There will always be geniuses, the kind who appear once in a million. You're still exceptional, one in a hundred thousand."

"Master, that's not much of a consolation," Zhi Xi replied, his simple nature keeping him from feeling jealous of his talented peers.

While Hisoka's method of determining Nen types based on personality is effective, it's not foolproof. For instance, Zhi Xi should theoretically be an Enhancer based on his personality, but he's actually a Manipulator.

"Aren't we supposed to be training? Why are we watching Hisoka's match?" The next day, the group sat in the audience watching Hisoka face Castro.

"Gon wants to challenge him, so it's important to observe," Biscuit explained.

"Doesn't this guy know how to use Gyo?" Daniel sighed, watching Castro remain unaware of the aura threads Hisoka had set around him.

Gyo is a crucial technique in Nen battles, especially against someone like Hisoka. Not using it is almost suicidal.

Castro made another fatal mistake: as an Enhancer, he trained in Conjuration, using his double to enhance his Tiger Bite Fist into True Tiger Bite Fist. This, while strengthening him, was ultimately misguided. Had he focused solely on Enhancement, he would have been far stronger.

Training in other categories is possible but requires talent and caution. For example, Biscuit, a Transmuter, relies on her well-honed physical abilities rather than her combat-ineffective Magical Esthetician Cookie.

However, cross-category training is challenging and depends on one's talent. The six categories are represented in a chart, showing logical progressions. For instance, Enhancers can effectively train in Emission and Transmutation, like Gon's Jajanken, which uses Enhancement, Transmutation, and Emission.

Castro's training in Conjuration and Manipulation was too ambitious, diverting his focus from his core Enhancement abilities. Only Specialists can effectively train in all categories, like Kurapika when his eyes turn scarlet.

"Do you know why Castro lost?" After the match, Biscuit took the three back to the presidential suite to review the fight.

"Hisoka's behavior was strange because of his Nen, right?" Killua was the first to speak.

"Correct. Today's lesson is Gyo, concentrating your aura in your eyes. Your task is to discover Hisoka's Nen ability," Biscuit explained before returning to her magazine.

Gyo is not easy to master, as the eyes are a vulnerable spot. Concentrating aura there requires precise control.

Many Nen users don't use Gyo in battle, not because they don't want to, but because they can't. Advanced techniques like Gyo, Shu, En, In, Ken, Ko, and Ryu distinguish skilled Nen users from novices. Mastering these techniques means you're on par with the Phantom Troupe; without them, you're no better than the Shadow Beasts.

"Hisoka uses aura threads—thirteen of them. It's likely a Transmutation ability," Daniel quickly identified Hisoka's ability.

"His other technique to conceal his severed hand seems to be another Nen ability, perhaps with a visual illusion effect."

Daniel shared his observations as if they were speculations. Hisoka's abilities, Bungee Gum and Texture Surprise, were accurately identified.

Soon after, Killua and Gon also managed to see the aura threads Hisoka used.

"In Nen battles, Gyo is crucial. From now on, when I raise a finger, you must use Gyo to see the number on it. If anyone is slow... heh heh." Biscuit's unfinished sentence, paired with her mischievous smile, gave Gon and Killua a bad feeling.

"1."

"4."

"12."

The room echoed with the trio's responses and occasional yelps of pain.

"For the time being, you'll train here. I've checked your arena registration times, and there's plenty of time left."

Biscuit led the three to a deserted island in the archipelago east of the arena for secluded training.

The Four Major Principles were a daily requirement. Biscuit added advanced techniques like Ken, an extension of Ten and Ren, to their regimen. Advanced techniques are combinations of the Four Major Principles. For instance, Ten and Ren can be practiced as Ken, but also contribute to learning En.

Shu is an advanced form of Ten, and In is an advanced form of Zetsu.

Gyo and In are opposing techniques, often used together in battles. Hisoka's Bungee Gum frequently incorporates In.

Biscuit's training was much stricter than Zeno's. For most people, it would be impossible to complete her regimen, even for geniuses like Gon and Killua.

Fortunately, Biscuit's Magical Esthetician Cookie allowed for deep relaxation, giving Gon and Killua more time to train.

Additionally, Biscuit included techniques that Gon and Killua would only start learning after their encounter with Neferpitou and Kite's incident.

"From today, you two will train separately. You, come with me." After some time, Biscuit divided the group, assigning Gon and Killua to her training plan while she personally trained Daniel.

During the training, Biscuit's true form and age were revealed, adding humor when Killua occasionally teased her, calling her "Muscle

 Granny," which resulted in him being beaten until he learned to keep quiet.

Biscuit didn't mind revealing her true form. She appeared as a twin-tailed blonde girl not just to look cute but also for training purposes.

Biscuit, a student of Netero's Shingen-ryu school, emphasized foundational strength over the special effects of Nen abilities. Regardless of one's Nen ability, without a strong foundation, it wouldn't be effective.

For instance, Chrollo Lucilfer's theft ability didn't work against the Zoldyck family, yet he still held his own against two of their top fighters.

Daniel, while training with Gon and Killua, didn't show his full strength but was still much stronger than them.

Therefore, he needed a different training approach to advance his skills, as nothing beats practical experience for growth.

"This well-honed muscle, though not attractive by female standards, makes Biscuit formidable. Hisoka might not even win against her," Daniel mused during their sparring sessions, where he matched Biscuit's strength without revealing his full power, still impressing her.

Through constant sparring, Biscuit gradually used her full strength, and their intense battles motivated Gon and Killua to train harder.

During these sessions, Daniel sought Biscuit's guidance on developing his Nen abilities. Biscuit, intrigued by Daniel's Specialist category, was eager to see what abilities he could develop.

"This is my Nen ability? Is it because of the Surgery Fruit?" Daniel wondered, feeling excited about the potential of his new ability.

"Replication... no, it's Analysis."

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