With Ope Ope no Mi in Hunter x Hunter

"This sword is quite good, but unfortunately, it's not suitable for me." Deep in the magma layer, Daniel took out the Sword of Truth, examined it, then broke it in half and threw it into the magma.

The Sword of Truth was indeed a sharp weapon, but its design was too unique, making it awkward for Daniel to wield. Moreover, it carried a curse. If an ordinary person obtained it, they would likely become a murderer in no time. Even a Nen user, if not strong-willed enough, could be influenced by it.

Daniel even suspected that Chrollo's disregard for life was partly due to the sword's influence. Although it didn't affect Daniel much, he preferred not to keep such a weapon.

"This is like throwing away a hundred billion Jenny. The old me would never have imagined doing something like this." Due to its reputation, the Sword of Truth was highly valued among collectors. Even counterfeit versions could fetch billions at auction, let alone the genuine article.

Of course, Daniel was now very wealthy. The money he got from Battera was more than enough for him, and the money from the Phantom Troupe was mostly donated, except for the half he left for Machi.

However, this donation wasn't to any charity. Daniel knew well how many charities actually operated, having donated a lot in the Marvel world. While some genuinely aimed to help, many were just scams.

In such a scenario, Daniel and Stark established a fund jointly managed by Pepper and Hand, ensuring it truly served charitable purposes.

In the Hunter world, lacking trusted personnel, Daniel utilized his wealth differently. He found a mercenary organization, the Norvell Foundation, created by mercenaries to protect their interests.

Mercenaries face high casualty rates, and the Norvell Foundation ensures their families are cared for in the event of their death or injury. Unlike other mercenaries who might flee or betray their employers, Norvell's mercenaries were trustworthy. Violating a contract would result in being hunted by the entire foundation, which included Nen users and those specialized in war-related abilities.

Conjurers and Emitters were the most common types among mercenaries, creating everything from automatic guns to mortars, rocket launchers, tanks, and even giant robots.

Daniel learned about collaborative Nen abilities through this foundation. Similar to the combined robots in "One Piece" played by Franky and others, these abilities allowed real fusion of Nen to form powerful entities.

Daniel employed Norvell's mercenaries to aid those oppressed by the Phantom Troupe, ensuring more effective use of his donations than giving to dubious charities.

Even if a charity delivered only ten percent of donations, it would be considered good. Daniel knew the story of the gemstone egg well.

The Phantom Troupe had amassed enormous wealth over the years. The fact that Chrollo could hire Illumi to assassinate the Ten Dons showed how rich they were. Even taking just half of their wealth was enough to significantly improve the lives of ordinary people.

As for the wealthy robbed by the Troupe, Daniel couldn't care less about them.

"Gather everyone. Did we secure the Jail card?" Reading the message, Daniel guessed what was about to happen. Though part of the organization, he hadn't been actively involved in missions, focusing instead on his research.

After obtaining the divine characters, Daniel set them aside for the time being, knowing they required extensive study. He then turned to the game's cards.

Not the hundred specified cards, but movement cards like Accompany, Magnetic Force, and Transport. Since Gon could use Accompany outside the game, Daniel knew these cards were essentially Nen abilities.

Spending time in the magical city of Masadora, Daniel purchased and repeatedly used these cards to understand their Nen mechanics. However, they seemed almost useless to him because they required a predetermined target and mark to work. For those unable to fly, these cards were incredibly powerful.

Gon and Killua had used Accompany to cross two continents and reach Kite. Considering the Hunter world map, they traveled from the westernmost island to the eastern shore, a distance and speed unmatched by conventional means.

Unfortunately, Daniel had the Arcane Gate and flight abilities. He could use the Arcane Gate for faster, shorter travel without experiencing the sensation of rapid flight.

Movement spell cards like Accompany resembled Kuma's ability to send people flying in "One Piece."

"Thank you all for your contributions. We finally obtained a Jail card. Now we can exchange it for the Archangel's Breath." In the same valley, the leader Nikens stood on a platform, excitedly holding the newly acquired Jail card, ready to exchange it for the Archangel's Breath.

In Greed Island, card existence couldn't be hidden. Players aiming to pass the game kept a close watch on rare cards. Thus, completing the task but not exchanging the card was the correct strategy.

Nikens and his team showed intelligence by using their numbers to gain an advantage. However, their strength was insufficient.

As the Archangel's Breath card materialized, everyone cheered. Even if they didn't pass the game, this card would help them negotiate.

For most, a few million Jenny was a significant sum. Daniel, Gon, and Killua were exceptions.

"Hello, everyone. I'm Ganshu. Many of you know me, but you probably don't know my other identity—Bomber. Yes, I'm the one. When I touched you, I planted something on you." Ganshu's revelation shocked everyone, followed by panic as strange devices with counters appeared on their bodies. Some tried using Nen to remove them, but failed.

Ganshu's Nen ability, Little Flower, was formidable but had strict conditions. It required touching the target and saying "Bomber" to plant the device. To activate it, he had to explain his Nen ability, and the target had to hear it, making it useless against the deaf. Quick thinkers could prevent activation by not listening fully. The device could only be removed by catching Ganshu and saying, "Caught the Bomber."

The countdown on the devices linked to heartbeats, accelerating with fear.

"You bastard!" Upon learning that catching Ganshu would deactivate the devices, Nikens and his aides attacked him.

But the ensuing explosion left everyone but Nikens dead, their bodies blown apart, the devices deactivating as their heartbeats stopped.

Nikens had to survive; his cards would reset upon death, nullifying Ganshu's efforts.

"Impressive ability, but it only bullies the weak." Ganshu's Nen abilities, Little Flower and Countdown, were effective but costly in a fight. The explosion's power required equal defense, doubling the Nen usage compared to the opponent's single defense.

In a prolonged battle, Ganshu would inevitably lose, as Nen, like Haki, was limited. Only the strong could afford to be wasteful. Even Chrollo and Hisoka calculated their Nen usage during their fights.

In their battle at Heaven's Arena, Hisoka was outsmarted by Chrollo.

"Hand over the cards, and I'll deactivate the devices. Otherwise, you'll all die." Ganshu grabbed Nikens' neck, smiling cruelly.

Nikens, far from a strong character, quickly yielded with his life at stake. Cards and rewards were important, but life was paramount. In such situations, few considered long-term consequences.

"Don't worry. I'm only after wealth, not killing you all." Ganshu reassured Nikens with a smile.

"Now, open your books and let me check. I'll deactivate the devices once we're done. If you think you're stronger, feel free to attack me." As Ganshu spoke, two accomplices entered, also part of his gang.

Bomber was a team, with Ganshu as the leader and the others as support.

"Didn't expect you to hide such good cards." Despite Nikens' assurances, those with rare specified cards didn't fully comply.

"Finally got it." Under threat, the players cooperated, allowing Ganshu's group to confiscate all the cards, including Nikens'.

In an instant, Ganshu's group held the most specified cards in the game, needing only four more to pass. Excluding card number zero, they needed just three: one monopolized by Razor, the dense forest on card one, and a card Gon and Killua obtained.

Many had attempted the task Gon and Killua completed, but none succeeded because it required surrendering all their possessions, including cards, to NPCs. Most players wouldn't comply, unwilling to give up hard-earned cards.

Gon and Killua, first-time players with a playful attitude, handed over everything without hesitation, earning the card.

Another card was from Razor's Fourteen Devils task, known but never triggered.

"Now I'll deactivate the devices." After securing the cards, Ganshu's group stood together, fingers touching, chanting the release command.

Boom!

The devices exploded, killing everyone, including the exorcist who had once helped Chrollo. He died without time to use his abilities.

This happened partly due to Daniel. Without Battera's reward, Ganshu couldn't negotiate with Razor.

Daniel hadn't joined the scene, hiding nearby. Such organizations lacked enforcement, so absentees faced no consequences.

"Now it's my turn."

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