"The Strongest Clone System?" Turles repeated, a hint of curiosity in his voice. "What are your functions? Infinite clones?"
"Er..." the Strongest Clone System replied sheepishly. "Cough... Boss, my level is currently a bit low. I can only create one clone right now, and I need 'material' to do it. Of course, this clone will perfectly inherit all the strengths of the material, plus a tiny bit of enhancement."
Turles was speechless. "That's it?"
His main System piped up immediately. "Weren't you always complaining about the lack of fun in training? I went through a lot of trouble to snatch—uh, find this little guy for you. Don't look down on it just because its level is low; its potential is massive. As long as you provide the material, it can create a perfect clone for you. Isn't that enough?"
Turles considered it for a moment and nodded. Setting everything else aside, that ability was indeed broken. If he provided an absurdly powerful material, wouldn't the clone be unstoppable?
"Actually, when you put it that way, this ability is pretty terrifying..."
"Hmph, finally seeing the light? I put in a lot of effort to track it down."
"And... what about the Chat Group?" Turles asked.
"Cough, I've got things to do. I'm off. Little Brother, bind with him quickly. Then, Big Brother will take you to enjoy the good life!"
With the binding process complete, the main System once again vanished with its new subordinate in tow.
Turles let out a long sigh. "Sigh, the System has grown up. It doesn't even stay home anymore. Truly..."
"But as for material? I actually happen to have one."
Turles turned his gaze toward the body of Vegito stored in his pocket dimension. "Heh, I never thought I'd actually have a day where I get to pilot the 'Vegito' unit..."
When the Supreme Kai arrived at Turles' home with Lord Beerus, Turles quickly understood what was happening.
The Tournament of Power? How unexpected. Even without Kakarot's suggestion in this timeline, the tournament was still being held.
"Hey, Turles! You have to think of something! If we lose, Universe 7 will be erased!" Beerus paced back and forth, the image of panic.
Seeing Beerus so anxious, Turles couldn't help but tease him. "It's fine. I can just take my family to the Time Realm."
Beerus stiffened. An expression of desperate hope crossed his face as he looked at Turles. "In that case... could you take me with you?"
The Supreme Kai, Shin, stood there dumbfounded. Wait... are you actually planning to jump ship?
Turles was speechless. "Fine, I'm done joking. Ten contestants, right?"
Beerus nodded grimly. "That's right. And where am I supposed to find ten fighters on such short notice?"
"Son Goku, Vegeta, Piccolo, Gohan, and your wife... that's only five. Where am I going to find the others?"
The corner of Turles' mouth curled into a smirk. "You should count me in as well."
"You? You've been banned from the competition!"
"No, not this me. I'm talking about the other me..."
"The other you?"
The confusion in the room intensified. Another you? From a different timeline?
Seeing their bewildered expressions, Turles grinned. "Come, let me open your eyes!"
He released Vegito from his storage space. As the fusion warrior opened his eyes, an invincible smirk played across his lips.
"This is the other me. How about it?" the clone—Vegito (Turles)—asked with a smile.
Bulma frowned as she looked at him. "Isn't that the Vegito Zamasu made by stealing Son-kun and Vegeta's bodies and fusing them?"
"Correct. I used a few special methods to turn him into my clone. Out of a bit of personal amusement, I didn't change the face. Since the main body is banned, what does that have to do with my clone?" Vegito (Turles) said, shrugging.
Beerus was completely stunned by this loophole. "Are you sure this is allowed? He isn't exactly from our timeline, is he?"
Turles' smirk widened. "I am the God of Destruction of Time. Do you know space-time better than me? If I say he belongs to this timeline, then he belongs to this timeline!"
Everyone stared at Turles, speechless. This guy is a total rogue.
"Hahaha! Fine! With you participating, I can finally breathe easy!" Beerus exclaimed.
He could feel the immense power radiating from this body. This was a combat force that touched the Eighth Level of the God Realm. Aside from himself, most other Gods of Destruction would likely lose in a one-on-one fight against a Vegito controlled by Turles. In fact, even Beerus wasn't entirely sure he could beat this clone. After all, if he had the Divine Techniques, surely Turles did too? And Turles' main body was at a much higher level than his own.
"But even so, that's only six people..."
"As for the other candidates, I know one. That guy is a true Legendary Super Saiyan. I'll go bring him back in a bit. As for the remaining spots, let Bulla, Trunks, and Goten participate."
"Them? Is that okay? They're just children..." Bulma said, her brow furrowing with concern.
"Then who else? Krillin and the others? They're fine for fodder, but they're far too weak for a tournament of this caliber."
Lazuli suddenly chimed in. "What if Lapis and I join?"
Turles paused. "You two? If that's the case, then the last spot can go to Bulla. We can swap Goten and Trunks out."
"But I thought you didn't like fighting?"
Lazuli smiled softly. "This concerns the fate of the entire universe. I want to do my part."
"Hey, Turles, did you forget that Buu is still at our place?" Bulma's voice rang out, sounding dissatisfied. "Forget Bulla; she's too young."
Turles blinked. Right, there was still Buu.
"Cough, then let Buu replace Bulla. I'll go notify Kakarot and the others."
Before long, Son Goku, Vegeta, Piccolo, Son Gohan, and Lapis had all gathered at Turles' home.
When they saw Vegito standing in the middle of the hall, Goku and Vegeta were both startled. However, after Turles explained the situation, they understood. Goku didn't mind, but Vegeta looked more than a little annoyed. Still, out of respect for Turles, he didn't say anything.
"What? A Tournament of Power? A battle royale between eight universes? And the losers get erased?!"
As the group learned the truth, they were shaken to their core.
"Well, I'll be fine. I'm an official staff member," Turles noted casually.
"Ho ho ho, I'll be safe as well..." Whis added.
"So, is the roster decided?"
"Yes," the Supreme Kai announced the list to the group. "The contestants for this match are: Son Goku, Vegeta, Son Gohan, Piccolo, Bulma, Lazuli, Lapis, Mr. Turles, Buu, and one more person Mr. Turles calls the Legendary Super Saiyan..."
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