After closely examining the details, Red discovered the information was divided into two parts.
The first part revealed an achievement he had unlocked: [Badge Collector].
This achievement granted his body an enhancement corresponding to the attributes of the badges he collected.
Red had experienced this effect firsthand in the game world. Even now, his body was noticeably tougher than before he had entered the game.
Previously, his lack of offensive power had been a limitation caused by some mysterious force. But now...
"I feel like I could kill a cow with one punch!"
Red clenched his fists and admired his strength under the cool glow of the moonlight.
The words spilled out without any thought for the cows' feelings—or the consequences if there were a Cow Protection Association in the One Piece world.
If such an association existed, Red thought, they'd probably be chasing after him right now.
But it wasn't just his fists that had hardened; other parts of his body were also stronger, thanks to the rock attribute badge.
"So, the badge's rock attribute makes my body as solid as a rock!?"
"Good grief, am I a smarter version of Malphite now or what?"
Red laughed at his own joke, shaking his head in amusement.
Either way, this new strength meant he had finally shed the title of a "powerless weakling."
With both offense and defense boosted, his combat ability must have shot up. Maybe 15 points of Doriki?
No—at least 20 by Doriki!
Additionally, Red noticed another improvement: the machine embedded in his body now extracted energy more efficiently for charging.
After a full day of charging, he could play for 10 more minutes than before.
Ten minutes might not seem like much, but to Red, it was a game-changing improvement.
"The longer I play, the stronger Luffy will get!"
"And the stronger Luffy becomes, the more badges I'll earn!"
"And the more badges I earn, the longer I can keep playing…"
"So the more I play, the more time I get!"
Overwhelmed with excitement, Red let out a hearty laugh. His joy, however, didn't distract him for long—his focus quickly shifted to the second reward.
The first reward was tied to his achievement.
The second reward was for clearing the Pewter Gym.
Like the achievement reward, the level reward was also related to the gym's rock attribute. However, while the achievement reward enhanced his body, the level reward granted him a new move!
Red didn't hesitate. He immediately clicked on the [Extract] button.
In an instant, a large, simple turntable appeared on the screen, resembling the kind you'd find in a third-rate mobile game.
The turntable was filled with names of various rock-type moves, all occupying equal space.
Before Red could even react, the turntable spun rapidly.
"Come on! Machine! Give me something strong!"
"This is my most desperate, most heartfelt wish of all time!!!"
Red clasped his hands together in a mock prayer, his expression the picture of sincerity.
With nothing else to do, all he could do was hope.
After more than ten seconds, the turntable began to slow down until it eventually came to a stop.
Suddenly, an ancient and powerful energy coursed through Red's body, and along with it came an innate understanding of how to use it.
"This is…" Red opened his eyes, blinking in confusion at first. Then, a crazed grin spread across his face.
"Ancient Power!?"
"I can't believe it! I actually got this move!!"
Though Red wasn't particularly knowledgeable about rock-type Pokémon or their moves, Ancient Power was an exception. He was somewhat familiar with its significance.
With a single thought, he directed his attention to the machine embedded in his body.
The sub-screen had already refreshed, displaying new information:
[Congratulations! You've obtained the move—Ancient Power!]
In the upper-right corner of the move's name was a small "*" symbol, indicating additional details could be viewed.
Without hesitation, Red selected it. A familiar game-like interface appeared, displaying the move's description:
[Move: Ancient Power]
[Attribute: Rock]
[Category: Special]
[Power: 60]
[Description: An ancient energy from the Pokémon world that can be used to attack and enhance the user's overall abilities. Prolonged use of Ancient Power to nourish the body will result in a permanent increase in physical strength.]
"Just as I thought!" Red muttered, satisfaction flashing in his deep red eyes as he felt the calm, mysterious energy coursing through him.
Ancient Power was unlike most rock-type moves—it carried an enigmatic quality. While ordinary rock-type Pokémon rarely learned it through training, many legendary Pokémon, even those unrelated to the rock type, could awaken this move naturally.
In fact, Ancient Power often acted as more than a simple attack; it functioned as a kind of training method. For some Pokémon, learning this move was even tied to triggering their evolution.
Its unique nature was confirmed by the last line of its description.
"A move that can permanently increase my physical strength? For someone like me, this has to be the most valuable rock-type move I could get!"
Red chuckled to himself, then glanced toward the vast sea and inhaled deeply.
"Ancient Power!" he shouted.
A rumbling sound echoed as ancient, primal energy surged through his body. Small rock fragments began forming and swirling around him before he unleashed them into the distance with a burst of willpower.
Boom! Boom! Boom! Boom!
The rocks shot out like cannonballs, crashing into the sea at incredible speeds. Each impact stirred up massive waves, sending water spraying several meters high.
"This strength…" Red's eyes widened in amazement.
Though Ancient Power's stated strength was modest, the effect it produced far exceeded his expectations. With his enhanced body and newfound energy, he felt confident he could take on a pirate with a 10-million-berry bounty and emerge victorious.
"Could it be that the Badge Collector reward increased my ability to wield rock-type moves? Even a move with just 60 power feels way stronger than I imagined!"
Regardless, Red was thrilled. He finally had a reliable means of fighting.
Sighing deeply, he glanced over at Luffy, who was sleeping peacefully nearby. Even amidst the chaos of flying rocks and crashing waves, Luffy's breathing remained steady and unbothered, like he was immune to external distractions.
"What an enviable sleep quality…" Red muttered with a wry smile before heading back to the cabin.
Settling into a meditative state, he began using Ancient Power's energy to nourish his body, eager to maximize its long-term benefits.
By the time dawn broke, the light of the rising sun chased away the darkness of the sea. The cries of seagulls overhead signaled the start of a new day.
The noise roused both Red and Luffy from their rest.
Luffy stretched and yawned, his eyelids drooping as he mumbled, "Huh? Morning already?" His groggy demeanor made it clear he wasn't fully awake yet.
Red, on the other hand, was full of energy. His meditation had worked wonders—he felt more refreshed than ever, even more so than when he'd first left the game world.
As Red opened his eyes, a brief golden gleam flickered within them. He couldn't help but smile.
"It really is a power worthy of legendary beasts," he thought.
Despite his current weakness, the overnight effects of Ancient Power were undeniable. His body had grown stronger, and not just in one area—his strength, endurance, agility, and even his mental clarity had all improved.
It was an all-around enhancement, the kind of growth he'd struggled to achieve for over two years.
"And to think, the problem I've been stuck on for so long was solved on my first day at sea…"
Red's thoughts turned to the future. In the game world, he vaguely remembered methods for teaching Ancient Power.
"Maybe I should consider getting Luffy to learn it too," he mused. "With this move, even during rest, he can strengthen himself just by letting its energy work on his body. A method like this could help him train even faster."
Red's grin widened as he considered the possibilities.
"Still, just sleeping won't cut it! Once we switch to the Going Merry, Luffy's training is going to ramp up immediately. As long as he doesn't die, he will train!"
"And who knows… maybe doing more sit-ups or push-ups will trigger the awakening of his fruit."
The thought of the World Government hunting them down flashed through his mind. With the Human-Human Fruit Model: Nika making Luffy an enemy of the Five Elders, Red couldn't afford to be careless. If his presence here caused any butterfly effects, they had to be prepared.
You've got to be ready for anything, even in peaceful times, comrade.
As Red's mind wandered, Luffy finally woke up fully and approached him, his usual grin plastered on his face.
"Hey, Red! Thanks for keeping watch last night!" Luffy said cheerfully. "I'll take over now—you should get some rest!"
Red nodded, watching as Luffy's carefree attitude masked his potential.
Little did Luffy know, Red had already mapped out an intense training plan for him—one that would push him to new heights.