While observing, he suddenly heard footsteps behind him. He didn't need to guess to know who it was, and turned around with a smile:
"Just in time, Robin, help appraise this."
Robin walked slowly down the corridor, nodded slightly after hearing Shano's words, took the Devil Fruit, and examined it carefully.
"Judging by the pattern and shape, it's primarily Zoan-type."
"Zoan-type? Mythical or Ancient?"
"Unfortunately, it's neither."
Robin continued appraising for a while, then looked up with a smile and said, "I'm afraid you'll be disappointed, Captain. It's a very ordinary fruit, probably the Rabbit-Rabbit Fruit in the dwarf rabbit form."
Rabbit-Rabbit Fruit, huh...
Shano was indeed a bit disappointed; a fruit of this caliber would hardly catch the eye of any serious contenders in the New World.
Of course, Blackbeard's ragtag crew would be the exception.
Forget it, I'll think it over later; for now, let's have breakfast.
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After breakfast.
Shano, holding his black coffee, came to the high ground in the northern part of the castle, looking out at the view. It was originally a noble's garden, now transformed into a training ground.
Zoro and Sanji had recuperated and were sparring at a distance, while Tashigi was practicing swordsmanship with Kuina in another corner.
It was quite a spectacle.
Shano watched the battles on the field with interest.
Zoro and Sanji's duel was extremely fierce, with dual blades and kicking skills constantly clashing and creating sparks, making passers-by think they were mortal enemies.
Meanwhile, Shano noticed the occasional flicker of black aura in their exchanges.
"These two youngsters have made quite a bit of progress."
Sipping his coffee, Shano felt quite pleased. After the Super Rookies enlisted, he specifically asked a few lieutenants to guide them in Haki training.
Zoro and Sanji were progressing the fastest, showcasing astonishing talent.
The Hawk Statue's buff made it possible for both of them to grasp the basics of Dual-Colored Haki in a month or two.
The swordsmanship duel in the other corner was more 'instruction' than 'sparring.'
Despite having identical appearances, Kuina's swordsmanship far surpassed Tashigi's, easily allowing the latter to benefit greatly.
Shano found a long bench to sit on, continuing to admire the scene while taking out the Rabbit-Rabbit Fruit, pondering for a while.
If it can't be put to use, might as well just sacrifice it.
Previous fruits he found were either too valuable to use and kept for his partners, or wild and ownerless, not meeting sacrifice rules.
Until now, he hadn't properly sacrificed a Devil Fruit, this unique specialty of the Pirate World.
Alright, that's the decision—sacrifice!
[You sacrificed Zoro's Rabbit-Rabbit Fruit and gained 4500 points]
"Not bad."
Shano smiled. This was already the rank of General Emperor level. If it were other items Zoro held, they wouldn't be worth as much—maybe one or two thousand at most.
Efficient use of waste.
"Huh?"
Looking at the system panel, Shano suddenly remembered—it's already early May; has the trading market been refreshed?
Opening the trading page, indeed it was refreshed.
Calculating the time, it should've refreshed three days ago, but the hectic days caused him to miss it.
Only now did he realize.
Great!
Time for his third favorite shopping spree!
First, check the points balance.
Before the Shampodi event, the remaining points were 26900.
At that time, to bypass surveillance ships and capture the Heavenly Celestial Dragon, Shano took three lieutenants and directly teleported to Dressrosa, the closest territory to Red Earth Continent, then descended on Shampodi, catching Navy Headquarters off guard.
Teleporting four people cost a total of 8000 points, 2000 per person.
Initially, this left few remaining points.
But on that day, he scraped quite a bit from several Heavenly Celestial Dragons, high-level Navy officers, and Super Rookies.
Adding Zoro's 4500-point Devil Fruit, the 8000-point expenditure was not only fully recovered, but he gained an additional 3500.
Making the current balance jump to 30400 instead of decreasing.
Ample for a satisfying shopping spree.
Let's get started.
Shano opened the trading market, leisurely crossed his leg, and his gaze fell on the first item—
[Geralt's Carrot]
[Type: Vehicle]
[Price: 2200 points]
[Description: From the Wizard World, a brown-haired horse named Carrot, was the loyal companion of Demon Hunter Geralt, but occasionally gets stuck in strange places]
[Seller's note: Masamune Polish Stupid Donkey, just can't stand it, putting it up for sale, also, thanks to fellow pirates supplying Fishman knees, makes jumping off the tenth floor unscathed now]
Another thank-you note, after that Dragon Ball colleague?
Shano smiled contently.
Seems his sacrificed quality items really benefitted many peers.
Unfortunately, this item isn't very useful.
A plain horse—selling for such a high price.
Ah Yin is cheaper than this.
Too low cost-effectiveness, PASS, next!
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[Aerial Dance Skill]
[Type: Cultivation Manual]
[Price: 6000 points]
[Description: Flying technique from Dragon Ball World, only host can cultivate, enables free flight by controlling Qi within, without needing any equipment, consumes stamina for sustained flight, speed and height increase with user's power]
[Seller's note: No! Kling!!!]
Oh, mentioning Dragon Ball again?
The remark suggests another mishap?
Shano tilted his head slightly without understanding fully, but one thing was clear—he really needed this.
This rare flying ability is perfect for Pirate World!
Its practical applications are obvious; even for normal travel, it's excellent.
Using Moonwalk might offer similar results, but it's exhausting. It's alright for short distances, but not worth it for crossing oceans.
Moreover, it doesn't allow static hovering, and the posture is too awkward—nothing compared to the free maneuvering of Aerial Dance Skill?
By now, he's nearly assumed that Dragon Ball items are top-quality.
A world with phenomenal combat power, filled with great items.
Added to the cart, next!
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[18,000 Points Discount Package]
[Type: Special Item]
[Price: 20,000 points]
[Description: From Warhammer 40K World, upon opening gains 18,000 points, limited-time special offer, don't miss]
[Seller's note: None, direct system sale]
Shano took one look and added it directly to the cart without hesitation.
Just about to move on.
Huh?
Wait!
He suddenly realized, going back for another look, nearly sprayed his black coffee.
This is such a scam!
Even disguised in the remarks as a direct system sale! If it's only discovered later, an impulsive buy could have led into the trap!
The minds of Warhammer people are really dirty, get out of my cart.
Next!
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[Infinite Mayonnaise]
[Type: Consumable]
[Price: 800 points]
[Description: From Gintama World, personally sponsored by Hijikata Toushirou, an ultimate condiment automatically refilling daily, rich and thick taste suitable for any food, especially matches with staple foods like rice and bread]
[Seller's note: Besides Hijikata, who would buy this? Zoro?]
This is the third "Infinite Consumable" in the series that Shano's come across.
The previous two were Unlimited Red Bean Bun and Unlimited Sugar-Free Coke, the former compensates carbs and protein, the latter replenishes water, both are quite practical.
This one is no exception, despite the seller's dismissive note—pairs well with the red bean bun, also resupplies fat.
Price is also cheap, nice item, bought.
Next!
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[Random Stealing Scroll]
[Type: Consumable]
[Price: 4000 points]
[Description: Use allows disregarding spatial distance and size, randomly stealing any possession from an important character in this world, usable three times]
[Seller's note: None, direct system sale]