Similar to someone like Moriah, whose title is 'Shadow Mage,' but can also be called 'Heroes of the West Sea.'
At this level, titles are already diverse, not to mention Sage at this tier.
Ever since Sage and Blackbeard divided the seat of Pirate Emperor, their titles have multiplied. Apart from being called 'Calamity,' Sage started being referred to as 'White Hair,' 'Lord of Storms,' 'Great Noble,' and by some, 'Lord of Heaven.'
These titles are like drinking tales, discussed fervently among people, but mostly, they talk about the true overlords of the sea — the 'Strongest' titles of these Pirate Emperors.
Just like Whitebeard being called 'Strongest Man,' due to his way of surviving at sea, he was also called 'Strongest Pirate.'
Kaido was 'Strongest Creature' because he couldn't be killed no matter what, and was unbeatable in one-on-one duels.
Red Hair, due to his intense Haki, was called 'Strongest Haki.'
Big Mom, in her youth, was unmatched in heroism and was called 'Strongest Heroism,' and in her later years, due to her many children, she was called 'Strongest Clan.'
These sea overlords were all crowned with various 'Strongest' titles.
Blackbeard, recently hunting ability users, coupled with his dual fruit abilities, has started being called 'Strongest Ability.'
As for Sage, he is renowned at sea for his powerful body techniques, dubbed 'Strongest Body Techniques,' also known as 'Extreme Boxer!'
Become strong enough, and people will idolize you.
"Who are you?"
Sage raised an eyebrow, "So old already, why not find a place to wait for death? Coming to mess with me now, have you lived too long and wish to end it?"
"Haha... Surely underestimated, because I haven't appeared for a long time. Let me introduce myself, for we must respect the calamity at the pirate's apex."
Jekai chuckled: "Once a member of the former Rocks Pirates, long ago called 'Body Technique Expert,' requiring Garp and Zephyr both to capture, a Great Pirate with a bounty of five billion Bellies thirty years ago... 'Forbidden Fist' Ogrin!"
"He hasn't been out long, heard that the throne of strongest body techniques is yours now, he's been wanting to meet you."
"Don't intervene later, Jekai, I want to see who's stronger!" Ogrin said solemnly.
"Naturally, as long as I can secure the final victory, you can do as you please."
Jekai shook the Feather Fan, "But before that, ensure victory first..."
"Old man Jekai, end it quickly! The Navy has no mood for games here, I'm here for the calamity's head, not to listen to your nonsense!"
Before he could continue, a whirlwind suddenly arose on Sage's right side.
The already growing green grass on the ground became even denser, sprouting numerous strange flowers and grasses. In the center of these strange plants, the whirlwind dispersed, revealing someone with green rolled hair and a cigarette in their mouth.
He was tall and strong, with long legs, typically thin legs and a sturdy body.
His upper body was bare, from the left side of the neck down to the body, tattooed with large characters 'Heart of Death River.'
At his waist he carried a sheathed short sword, and on his back... draped a navy cape!
On his face, his eyebrows were high, lips rather thick, just like...
"Gin?" Sage paused.
"My name is Araki!"
A vein popped on Araki's forehead, he shouted in anger, then took a deep breath and laughed heartily:
"Calamity! I joined the Navy because of you, of course, I also greatly admire Brother Sakazuki. Through strength, I've become a Navy Admiral, my current title is 'Ryokugyu,' ha-la-la-la-la!"
"Ryokugyu?"
Sage raised an eyebrow, took a closer look, regardless of high eyebrows, thick lips, and face shape... except for the hairstyle, he greatly resembled his subordinate.
"Twins?"
"I'm an only child!" Araki shouted.
Whoosh!
The whirlwind stirred on the trunk and spun on the ground, revealing and surrounding Jekai's figure in a triangle, encircling Sage.
"Calamity, you're too much of a threat, ever since you did all that in Gares, I had a hunch you wouldn't spare us."
Jekai said with a smug smile: "So since that time, I've been plotting, just to create today's scenario."
"Araki was once my subject, joined the Navy during the world recruitment period. Because of what you did, he didn't want to become part of the 'difference,' so he joined."
"Though becoming Navy automatically removes affiliation with a country, ties still exist, especially concerning you..."
Jekai grinned menacingly: "Look, I've rallied everything, those want your bounty. Pirates want your fame, Navy wants your head, and I want your territory and power!"
"I've taken you very seriously, Calamity, it's your honor! Let this place become the burial ground for you and your pirates, haha, haha!"
Crackle!
Vroom!
Black-red lightning erupted around Sage, creating pit holes upon the ground it traversed, destroying trees into flying splinters.
The sudden Supreme King struck like a tangible force, causing Jekai's breath to catch amidst his frantic laughter.
This Supreme King's power seems greater than before.
"Hey, was it hidden before? At this point, hiding or not doesn't matter, I know your power, Calamity," Jekai said.
"Hidden? Don't joke, I only adjust my power according to the opponent's strength, you personally don't warrant it. After all, towards the weak, I always ignore and despise them."
With black-red lightning emanating, Sage spoke slowly, not looking at Jekai or Ogrin, only staring at Araki:
"You're somewhat interesting, an Admiral huh... that position isn't easy, before that, stop your little tricks!"
Since Araki appeared, Sage sensed he was manipulating those trees able to absorb moisture.
"Hmm... Supreme King, is it?"
Araki retreated a few steps, the surrounding area seemed electrified, consistently with black lightning aiming at him.
Haki isn't tangible, although having substantive destructive force, it can't be countered by physical means.
Intense Haki not only nullifies abilities cast upon oneself but also prevents others from using abilities.
Not ability nullification or sealing, purely mental impact, forcing to focus, leaving no room for anything else.
The branches extending into the ground withdrew, the slightly swaying Sea of Trees halted, turning into a normal forest.
"Hey, don't underestimate me, Calamity!"
Araki raised his fist, "Let you become my first achievement as an Admiral!"
Sage sneered, "You look like Gin, but talk bigger than Gin."
He warmed up his fists and feet, clenched them tight till air crackled, and his cape shimmered, resembling clouds, floating near his shoulders.
"One Admiral, one rat, one old man... let me see how long your supposed confidence lasts!"
And on Sage's fists, gradually gathered black-red thunder.
This time not Supreme King, but genuinely...
"Thunderbolt!"
Crackle!
When thunder erupted from his fists, Sage's body swiftly dashed before Araki, with thunderous fists at almost invisible speed, pierced through his chest.
Splat!
Thunder Fist, penetrating, rendered Araki's shocked expression frozen in place.
Sage didn't even look, twisted his fist, thunder spread outward while a burst of energy shattered Araki's body, scattering him into wood chips around.
"Wood, huh..."
Within the grass ahead, a sprout rapidly grew, swiftly morphing into a wooden figure, then turning back into Araki.
He exhaled smoke, grinning: "But it's useless against me, wood isn't afraid of thunder!"
"That's because the thunder's quantity isn't enough, lacking such knowledge, Gin!" Sage sneered.
"I've said...
Araki's fist transformed to timber, fingers extended, producing five wooden tendrils aimed at Sage.
"I'm named Araki!"