A revolution that rises from the bottom up requires more than just a large number of people.
Individual strength must also grow, because only then can they truly wield the power of revolution.
The supernatural system of this world is very unique. Ordinary people already possess physiques far stronger than those of Rowan's previous world, and on top of that, Haki and Devil Fruits grant individuals power that can ignore sheer numbers.
Haki originates from spiritual will. Once physical fitness reaches a certain level, training allows it to be used instinctively.
Establishing a firm ideological core within the Revolutionary Army is also part of the goal, because only by understanding why they fight can people develop the unwavering will to push forward. With a large enough base, unexpected talents may emerge in the future.
As for Devil Fruits, from Rowan's memory, in the future, Vegapunk once stated that they were born from the desires within living beings rather than fruits that naturally grew on trees.
Additionally, the Five Elders once mentioned that Zoan-type Devil Fruits carry inherited will from generation to generation. The most obvious example is Luffy's Human-Human Fruit, Mythical Zoan, Model Nika, which contains the will of the Sun God Nika. Eight hundred years ago it was Joy Boy, and twenty-three years later it would be Monkey D. Luffy.
All of this proves one thing. The source of power in this world is largely tied to spiritual will. While physical strength determines endurance and output, the root lies in conviction.
And that is the true purpose of the Revolutionary ideology lessons.
East Blue, Shimotsuki Village.
Originally, this island had no such village, but thirty-two years ago, Shimotsuki Kozaburo from Wano arrived here and established it.
Dragon, who was born in the East Blue, shared similar ideals with Kozaburo's descendant Koushirou, so Shimotsuki Village became one of the Revolutionary Army's grain supply points.
At this moment, Dragon and Kuma were meeting Koushirou on the other side of the village.
In the forest, a stone table cut cleanly by a blade stood in the center, with a small charcoal stove boiling tea and three cups placed neatly on the table.
Koushirou poured tea and handed a cup over, saying, "So you finally made your decision, Dragon. I still remember that you hated war the most back then."
Dragon took the cup and replied, "Back then my thinking was too simple. I believed everything was the fault of war itself, so I hated it, but later I realized that the problem is not war, it is the people who force it to exist."
Kuma spoke in a low voice, "If no one tries to change things, this world will never change, and if change requires sacrifice, then let it begin with us."
Koushirou paused, looking at Kuma and then at Dragon before saying, "The person you brought this time is different from those during the Freedom Army days. With that kind of resolve, he will become a great asset to you."
Dragon smiled, drank his tea, and said nothing more.
At that moment, behind him, a special kunai flickered with a spatial mark.
Ginny suddenly appeared and rushed forward, shouting, "Bear!" as she threw off Rowan's arm and leapt straight into Kuma's embrace.
Rowan exhaled, already used to this, and looked around before his gaze met Koushirou's, saying, "Looks like we're in the East Blue. For a moment I thought this was Wano, so this is Shimotsuki Village, right?"
The moment he spoke, Koushirou's hand moved to the sword at his waist.
A masked figure appearing out of nowhere, mentioning Wano, wearing a cloak and hiding his entire face, was enough to make anyone cautious.
However, seeing Kuma's gentle expression toward Ginny, he understood that they were with Dragon.
Dragon stood up and said, "Let me introduce him. This is the one who changed my thinking completely, the mentor of the Revolutionary Army, Spark."
Koushirou was slightly surprised. Dragon did not even reveal his real name, which clearly meant there was more beneath the surface, but curiosity did not mean he should pry.
Ginny stepped forward and said, "And me, Revolutionary Army East Army Commander Ginny. I've heard you're a really kind person, so you must be the one, right?"
Koushirou smiled calmly and replied, "I'm no saint. I've known Dragon since we were young, and our views are similar. Because of this village I cannot leave, but if I can help, I will."
Rowan looked at him and said, "That is already more than enough. Thank you for the support of the Shimotsuki clan, but we have something internal to discuss with the commander."
Koushirou immediately understood, stood up, and said, "I have matters at the dojo. If there are any issues with supplies, come find me."
Dragon walked him out.
After returning, he said, "Koushirou is trustworthy. If not for this village, he would have joined us long ago."
Rowan shook his head and replied, "This is not about trust. A revolution cannot succeed if its secrets are exposed. He is trustworthy, but this village is also his weakness."
Dragon nodded and asked, "Then why activate the spatial mark now? Didn't Ginny just deliver supplies to the Grand Line?"
Rowan placed a hexagonal stone on the table and said, "This is the main reason. If combined with Kuma's ability, transport will become much easier."
Dragon, Kuma, and Ginny all looked at the small stone in confusion.
Last time it was a flying cloud, and now it was just a rock?
Rowan did not explain. He picked it up, and a force spread outward from it.
In the next instant, the stone table and stools began to float, and even fallen logs and rocks in the forest rose into the air.
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