With the Grand Line's most powerful guardian now aboard, Kenji focused on the crew's combat readiness. They were too reliant on Kenji's interventions.
He gathered the fighters for a private session in the Sunny's gym.
"We are entering an era of Admirals and Emperors," Kenji stated. "You are all strong, but relying solely on your physical strength will not be enough. You need Haki."
He focused on the core concept of Armament Haki.
• Target: Armament Haki (Concept).
• Copying...
• Apex Enhancement Active...
• Resulting Ability: [Apex: Perfected Armament Haki (Invisible Armor)] Acquired. (Haki that is permanently active, invisible, and exponentially stronger than basic coating).
Kenji placed his hands on Zoro and Sanji. "You now possess Apex: Perfected Armament Haki. It is permanent, invisible, and passive. Your bodies are now constantly reinforced, capable of hitting Logia users without manual activation."
Zoro's grin was wide and predatory. He immediately felt an immense density in his blades. Sanji kicked the air; the force was palpable.
Next, Kenji turned to Usopp and Nami.
• Target: Observation Haki (Concept).
• Copying...
• Apex Enhancement Active...
• Resulting Ability: [Apex: Tactical Future Sight] Acquired. (Haki that grants instant, two-second future sight and precise tactical awareness).
Kenji bestowed the ability upon them. Nami instantly dodged a falling piece of rope before it was even cut. Usopp gasped, predicting the exact trajectory of a training dart he wasn't even aware of.
"It will sharpen your navigation and marksmanship," Kenji explained. "You will know exactly where to strike and where to sail."
Kenji had elevated the entire crew's baseline, ensuring their individual fights would still feel earned, but the outcomes were never truly in doubt.