Soon, Marco completed the Oath of Immortality with each of the eighteen Division Captains, granting all of them the Phoenix ability.
Sak, Artificial Zoan Type, Fish-Fish Fruit, Mythical Zoan Type, Azure Dragon Form, Ability: Phoenix, Strength: Weak Admiral-Emperor Level.
Ace, Logia Type, Mera Mera no Mi, Ability: Phoenix, Strength: Admiral-Emperor Level.
Jozu, Paramecia Type, Diamond Fruit, Ability: Phoenix, Strength: Strong Yonko Commander Level.
Jinbe, Ability: Phoenix, Strength: Weak Admiral-Emperor Level.
Vista, Ability: Phoenix, Strength: Admiral-Emperor Level.
Blamenco, Paramecia Type, Pocket-Pocket Fruit, Ability: Phoenix, Strength: Strong Yonko Commander Level.
Rakuyo, Ability: Phoenix, Strength: Strong Yonko Commander Level.
Namur, Ability: Phoenix, Strength: Strong Yonko Commander Level.
Blenheim, Ability: Phoenix, Strength: Strong Yonko Commander Level.
Curiel, Ability: Phoenix, Strength: Strong Yonko Commander Level.
Kingdew, Ability: Phoenix, Strength: Strong Yonko Commander Level.
Haruta, Ability: Phoenix, Strength: Strong Yonko Commander Level.
Atmos, Ability: Phoenix, Strength: Strong Yonko Commander Level.
Speed Jiru, Ability: Phoenix, Strength: Strong Yonko Commander Level.
Fossa, Zoan Type, Bear-Bear Fruit, Polar Bear Form, Ability: Phoenix, Strength: Strong Yonko Commander Level.
Izo, Ability: Phoenix, Strength: Strong Yonko Commander Level.
Nekomamushi, Ability: Phoenix, Strength: Strong Yonko Commander Level, Sulong Form reaches Weak Admiral-Emperor Level.
Inuarashi, Ability: Phoenix, Strength: Strong Yonko Commander Level, Sulong Form reaches Weak Admiral-Emperor Level.
Looking at the eighteen Division Captains, most of whom had been stuck at a high commander tier, Marco saw that every one of them had broken through a major bottleneck. They had all stepped into the level of strong Yonko Commanders.
Jozu's improvement was the smallest. His Diamond Fruit already specialized in defense, and the Phoenix ability offered a similar advantage. Because of that overlap, his increase was limited, rising only by a minor tier. It was an unfortunate outcome for him.
Sak experienced a similar limitation. As a fellow Zoan user, the enhancement from the Phoenix ability was less pronounced. His strength only advanced slightly, reaching Weak Admiral-Emperor Level.
In contrast, Jinbe showed the most noticeable growth. With the Phoenix ability, he gained full combat capability across land, sea, and air. His strength jumped from Weak Yonko Commander Level to Weak Admiral-Emperor Level, making him the most improved among the group.
A major tier was never easy to cross. Before this, most of the captains had been stuck at their previous level with little room to grow. Now, every one of them had advanced, and their overall combat power had risen sharply.
Marco felt a surge of confidence.
Even without the support of the Beasts Pirates or the Big Mom Pirates, the Phoenix Pirates no longer had to fear the World Government.
Previously, even their captains struggled against the God's Knights. Now, after gaining the Phoenix ability, their strength had transformed completely. Marco even planned to have them obtain additional Devil Fruits in the future, pushing their power even further.
If they could all reach Admiral-Emperor Level, they would be capable of directly confronting both the God's Knights and the Gorosei.
Above the ship, the eighteen captains soared through the sky, their bodies wrapped in blue flames as they tested their newfound abilities.
At that moment, Yamato ran over, unable to hide her excitement. "Marco, can you give me the Phoenix ability too? I want it."
Marco looked at her and smiled. "That is fine."
He did not hesitate. Yamato already possessed strength at the level of a strong Yonko Commander. With the Phoenix ability, she would undoubtedly break through again.
Soon, Marco implanted the nineteenth Undying Heart into Yamato.
Yamato, Zoan Type, Dog-Dog Fruit, Mythical Zoan Type, Okuchi no Makami Form, Ability: Phoenix, Strength: Weak Admiral-Emperor Level.
Seeing another fighter reach that level, Marco nodded in satisfaction. The Phoenix Pirates now had Sak, Ace, Jinbe, Vista, and Yamato at Admiral-Emperor Level. Among them, Ace and Vista stood at the standard level, while the others had reached the threshold.
In addition, there were fourteen fighters at the level of strong Yonko Commanders.
If another Marineford war were to occur under these conditions, the outcome would be completely different.
At that moment, Yamato's body ignited with blue flames. Her arms transformed into wings as she took to the sky, laughing loudly.
"This is amazing! Now I have the Phoenix ability too. If Ace and I fight together, we can definitely take down that old man."
As the group celebrated their power increase, Hancock watched silently. The possibility of overthrowing the World Government no longer felt distant. Her gaze toward Marco softened further as she stepped forward.
"Marco, this concubine also wishes to obtain this power."
Before he could respond, Galette moved in front of him, clearly annoyed. "Stay back. I am his wife."
Hancock frowned slightly. "You only arrived earlier. That does not mean anything."
Ignoring her, Galette turned to Marco with a softer tone. "I want it too. Will you give me the Phoenix ability?"
Around them, more voices rose.
"I want to sign the Oath as well."
"Same here."
For them, this was an opportunity to gain immense strength with almost no immediate drawback. The only condition was absolute loyalty.
And for them, betraying Marco was not even a consideration.
Marco raised his hand, stopping the noise.
"That will not work. I can only form a maximum of thirty-two Oaths of Immortality. Nineteen are already used. The remaining ones are reserved."
The crowd quieted.
"I intend to use the rest on the Beasts Pirates, the Big Mom Pirates, and the Revolutionary Army."
He had already chosen the candidates.
From the Beasts Pirates, Kaido and King were essential.
Kaido already possessed overwhelming strength. With the Phoenix ability, he could push even further. King, with his awakened ability and high combat level, would also reach a new tier.
From the Big Mom Pirates, the primary choices were Big Mom, Katakuri, and Smoothie.
Big Mom's strength would rise even higher. Katakuri, with his mastery of Observation Haki and awakened ability, had enormous potential. Smoothie would also see a significant boost.
As for the Revolutionary Army, Marco planned to strengthen Dragon and Sabo.
Sabo's talent was undeniable. With the Phoenix ability, his future growth was guaranteed. Dragon, once enhanced, would also reach an even higher tier.
This was not a hidden scheme.
It was an open one.
If they refused, they would fall behind. If they accepted, they would be bound to him.
Either way, Marco held the advantage.
The Oath of Immortality did not directly increase his own power, but it elevated his entire force while placing their fates firmly in his hands.
For Marco, this awakening ability was far more valuable than any simple increase in personal strength.