One Piece: Unveiling the Revolutionary Bounty System of Cross Guilds

The Cross Guild holds a prominent position in the world of One Piece. Despite being a relatively new organization, it has already challenged the authority of the World Government and created a significant impact worldwide. Of particular intrigue is the Cross Guild's unique bounty system, which has greatly influenced the world of One Piece.

Initially, fans had limited knowledge of this bounty system. However, as the Egghead Island arc unfolds, more details have come to light regarding its functioning and the allocation of bounties. Excitingly, fans now possess insights into some of the highest bounties issued by the Cross Guild, revealing the intriguing nature of the bounty system.

The Conception Of The Cross Guild

The Cross Guild was established shortly after the Reverie ended. It is believed that on the fourth day of the Reverie, significant events unfolded. The Revolutionary Army battled the Marine Admirals, while the decision to strip the Seven Warlords of the Sea of their power and status was also made. In their place, Vegapunk's creation, the Seraphims, who were modeled after the Warlords, were appointed. Although capable of filling the Warlords' roles, they did not render the Warlords obsolete.

These pirates had been a crucial part of the power balance in the One Piece world and were one of the Three Great Powers. It was unrealistic to expect them to simply disappear without retaliation. Therefore, it came as no surprise to the fans when it was announced that some former Warlords had united and formed a new organization called the Cross Guild. Buggy, by sheer luck, emerged as its leader. He is now also recognized as one of the Four Emperors of the Sea, with a bounty of 3.189 billion berries on his head.

The Bounties Placed By The Cross Guild

Besides, the Cross Guild boasts several other formidable former Warlords of the Sea, such as Dracule Mihawk, acclaimed as the World's Strongest Swordsman, and holding an extraordinary bounty of 3.590 billion berries. In addition, there is Sir Crocodile, the mastermind behind Arabasta's civil war, whose head bears a bounty of 1.965 billion berries. While these three individuals form the core of the Cross Guild, they are joined by numerous other mighty pirates in their ranks. Notably, their allies only serve to amplify the grave peril faced by their adversaries.

The Cross Guild possesses intriguing yet straightforward objectives, befitting an organization of this nature. Comprised of former Warlords of the Sea who once relished tranquility and protection, they naturally aspire to regain such serenity. Ultimately, the Cross Guild's aim is to establish an unparalleled source of power, rendering even the World Government powerless. By accomplishing this, they strive to create a sanctuary for pirates to thrive in.

If they cannot be challenged, it would mean that they can enjoy their time in peace, which seems to be the objective of Dracule Mihawk and Sir Crocodile. However, Buggy takes it a step further by aiming for the One Piece and announcing that the Cross Guild is also in pursuit of the grand treasure.

Meanwhile, the Cross Guild has significantly disrupted the already chaotic era of the One Piece world. They have sought revenge on the Marines by placing bounties on their officers. Traditionally, only pirates were targeted in the One Piece world, with the government issuing these bounties. This led renowned bounty hunters and even Marines to track down and claim the rewards for capturing them.

Now, the tables have turned as the Marines, once the hunters, have become the hunted. Their heads now boast high bounties, putting them in the same league as notorious pirates. To worsen matters, the Cross Guild is offering rewards to anyone who captures these individuals, severely tarnishing the Marines' reputation and compromising their safety. This convergence of circumstances has blurred the line between the once distinct roles of the Marines and the pirates in the One Piece world, fueling the already tense relationship between the two factions.

The Bounty System Of The Cross Guild

The bounty system employed by the Cross Guild is a captivating one. While fans have only recently become aware of it, this system is actually quite commendable. It differs greatly from the bounty system familiar to fans. Take the World Government, for example, which simply designates a specific reward for each pirate or outlaw. In the case of Luffy, after his triumph over Arlong, his initial bounty amounted to 30 million berries. Over time, this bounty has soared to an astonishing 3 billion berries.

The Cross Guild's bounty system operates differently from traditional systems. Instead of assigning specific amounts to individuals, they use stars to represent their worth. Each star is equivalent to 100 million berries, and the number of stars determines the bounty. For example, Koby has a five-star bounty, indicating he is valued at 500 million berries. Capturing Koby and delivering him to the Cross Guild would yield a reward of 500 million berries in treasure chests.

Stars are not the only measure of bounty within the Cross Guild system. Those who possess exceptional strength and are worth billions of berries are assigned a bounty in the form of Crowns. One Crown represents one billion berries, and the number of Crowns corresponds to the magnitude of their bounty. Recently, it was revealed in One Piece that Garp's bounty consists of three Crowns, signifying a bounty of 3 billion berries. Similarly, all the Admirals in the Navy possess a three-Crown bounty, placing them at the same level as Luffy in terms of rewards.

In an interesting twist, the Bounty system puts all Admirals of the Navy and legendary figures on an equal playing field, as long as their power levels are relatively similar. The Yonko, on the other hand, each have different bounties, leading to speculation about their individual strengths. While bounties don't solely determine strength, they often spark contentious debates. However, with the emergence of the Cross Guild bounty system, Oda seems to have solved this issue by assigning equal bounties to individuals.

Fans are unaware if there is a marine bounty higher than 3 billion berries at this time. Although Garp possesses a 3 billion bounty, it is crucial to consider that he is currently aged and past his prime. Presently, the Fleet Admiral Sakazuki holds the title as the strongest marine. It wouldn't come as a surprise to fans if Sakazuki's bounty were 4 Crown, equivalent to 4 billion berries. While no confirmation has been made, fans closely follow the Cross Guild's bounty system and find great intrigue in it. As the story of One Piece progresses towards its Final Saga, major wars are anticipated to erupt, and the Cross Guild is expected to play a significant role in these conflicts.

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