Divine Departure is a sword technique from One Piece.
The principle is straightforward—it's a devastating flying slash imbued with Conqueror's Haki.
In Daemon's past life, this technique was quite famous among the One Piece fanbase and even gave birth to the meme: "God avoids you?"
But actually, the term "Divine Departure" (or Kami no Zan, 神避) originates from Kojiki, referring to the death of the goddess Izanami. So the correct interpretation isn't "God avoids," but rather—"The Death of the Gods."
In other words: Not even the gods can dodge this slash.
In the manga, it was first displayed by Gol D. Roger, who overwhelmed Kozuki Oden with a single strike.
After Roger's death, this technique was passed down to Red-Haired Shanks.
It was once again used in a one-shot display—this time, the unfortunate victim was none other than Useless "Captain" mid.
Before Daemon transmigrated, this was considered one of the most powerful sword skills in the One Piece world.
The fantasy weapon Daemon acquired by slaying Roger was a Divine Treasure forged and sublimated from this legendary technique—
Divine Departure – "Kami no Zan"
Level: 1
Type: Conceptual Noble Phantasm (Weapon-Type)
Originally the peak sword technique of Pirate King Gol D. Roger, combined with the divine might of Hermes' Hand, it forms a mythical Noble Phantasm.
When sealed, it takes the form of an ornate golden longsword—formidable even without activation.
Upon release, it manifests a "guaranteed hit" conceptual slash that ignores all forms of defense: space, distance, time, durability, and evasion. A fantasy finisher that truly lives up to the phrase "Even the gods cannot avoid it."
Miyuki Uchiha: "It's a MUST-HIT! DOGOO! This is top-tier conceptual hax! No way this game's still fair!"
Esdeath: "Seriously? And it bypasses ALL defenses? That's terrifying."
Luo Hao: "Indeed... this divine armament surpasses even the Authorities gained by us Campione when we slay the gods themselves. The only question is—just how much raw power does that unavoidable slash contain?"
Yamamoto Mei: "Tch... this effect's even more busted than Gáe Bolg's causality reversal. If my Zanpakutō had a guaranteed-hit too, Aizen wouldn't stand a chance!"
Utaha Kasumigaoka: "Hmm... must-hit AND must-die? Scary combo."
Sakura Tohsaka: "Congrats, Daemon Oni-san. You've now got a hard counter for illusions and tricky abilities." (〃▽〃)
Daemon: "Sakura-chan, you're so sweet."
Daemon: "Anyway, my mission in Impel Down is complete. I'm ending the stream now—wait, huh?"
Back aboard the ship en route to Mary Geoise, Daemon was about to end the livestream and relax with Stussy, when a tall man approached him.
"Daemon-sama!"
The stern voice belonged to none other than Admiral Sakazuki (Akainu).
He bowed slightly, magma simmering under his skin, and said respectfully:
"Thank you for showing interest in me. I won't let you down—I'll purge every last pirate from this world!"
His tone burned with unwavering resolve, his magma-powered body unable to contain his righteous fury.
Daemon: "Good. I'm counting on you."
He patted Sakazuki's shoulder with a small smile. Of course, true loyalty from Sakazuki wouldn't come that easily. But clearly, he'd gained massive favorability points with him.
Daemon's expression turned a bit strange.
Miyuki Uchiha: "Hahaha! This feels just like a dating sim! You've maxed Akainu's affection bar!"
Miyuki: "Normally, there'd be a romantic CG cutscene right now!"
Daemon: "....."
Veins bulging.
This is getting out of hand…
Sooner or later, I need to teach Miyuki why Celestial Dragons are feared... and why roses bloom red!
Sakazuki, noticing Daemon's suddenly sour mood, tilted his head in concern.
"Something wrong, Daemon-sama?"
Daemon (forcing a smile): "Nothing at all."
Just as Daemon was about to dismiss Sakazuki, Stussy returned in an elegant white-gold dress and thigh-high stockings, her charm dialed up to 100.
"Daemon-sama~"
A sly glint in her eyes, she wrapped herself around Daemon's arm like a coiled serpent. "So tell me… who's stronger, you or the magma-powered Admiral Sakazuki?"
Before Daemon could answer—
Akainu: "Of course Daemon-sama is stronger!"
There was no hesitation in his voice.
A few days ago, he would have scoffed at the idea of comparing himself—a Logia Admiral—to a Celestial Dragon.
But the horrors he'd witnessed in Impel Down changed everything.
The sky-darkening bone dragon, the world-ending presence—it wasn't just power. It was authority. It was divinity.
Daemon had slain Gol D. Roger—the man whose Conqueror's Haki once flattened Sakazuki to the ground.
Daemon didn't even flinch.
Was this truly a Celestial Dragon?
No... This was a sovereign. A ruler. A real god among men.
In the group chat:
Miyuki Uchiha: "Ohhhh... Stussy's being bold! Femme fatale vibes!"
Utaha Kasumigaoka: "Or maybe... is she lowkey jealous?"
Sakura Tohsaka: "Jealous!?"
Esdeath: "...."
Yamamoto Mei: "Utaha, don't start corrupting everyone like Miyuki does. There's only one woman on that ship—what's there to be jealous of?"
Miyuki: "Come on, Sensei! Just look at the way Akainu's staring at Daemon-sama."
Yamamoto Mei: "Huh?"
Everyone looked closer at the stream—
3 parts awe, 4 parts worship, 3 parts undying trust.
Sakura: "Wait... is Daemon-sama actually seducing Akainu!?"
Luo Hao: "...I don't mind same-gender love, but at least let the other person be good-looking. Pass!"
Yamamoto Mei: "Agreed!"
Miyuki: "Full support!"
Daemon facepalmed.
These rotten girls... this is madness.
But then again—maybe this really was a good chance to win over Akainu once and for all.
He glanced back at the Admiral.
"Wanna try it out?" Daemon asked, tightening his hold on Stussy's waist.
"Want to experience the world's strongest sword technique for yourself?"