Spectre Pirates

The Spectre Pirates are the largest Yonko crew, and the largest pirate crew, in the world. Led by Shouri Saigai, they have succeeded in conquering a vast amount of territory that now lives under the (official) banner of the Fable Empire.

The centerpiece of the Spectre Pirates' territory lies in the Yokai Isles, and in the middle of them, Monogatari. Much of the crew originates from these isles, sometimes leading them to be called the "**Yokai**."

## Ranks/Jobs

The Spectre Pirates are divided into ranks based on characteristics or roles played by the member. While different in function, roles still act in a hierarchy, with (for example) a **Primeval** always having authority over a **Mystic**, and a **Mystic** always having authority over standard members. The exception to this is the **Ghosts**, who directly serve Shouri Saigai and the **Dreadlords**/**Dreadguard.**

**Dreadlords (Moons) -** The Dreadlords consist of Shouri Saigai's four blood-siblings, each of whom wield full authority over the crew alongside one of the Strata of Monogatari. Each one is titled to match one of the four Full Moons. It should be noted that, while officially titled as a Moon, Shouri Kiki holds the position of crew **Vice-Captain**, and with it the privilege of bossing her other sisters around when deemed fit.

**Dreadguard -** The Dreadguard are members of the crew that, while not of the Shouri bloodline, are fully-trusted and respected by Shouri Saigai as warriors and thinkers. This is the highest rank a crew member can attain, and with it comes absolute authority over a territory within the Fable Empire, alongside complete authority over all crew members below them.

**Primevals-** The Primevals are members of the crew that were bestowed with an Ancient Zoan devil fruit, and serve most often as battle champions. In the event of raids and battles not involving any of the above ranks, they additionally reserve the authority over strategy and sub-operations.

**Mystics -** The Mystics are assigned as on-field officers for the crew, and generally lead the crew's forces on-field in small divisions. (Roughly equivalent to a field officer). They are additionally trusted as solo operatives, sometimes tasked with espionage and assassinations. This is the lowest rank of authority above the standard crew member.

**Ghosts -** The Ghosts are tasked with moderating and assisting the Spectre Pirates' subordinate crews, are are often assigned to missions that focus on the consolidation of the crew's rule over their territory as well as working to influence others to join as subordinate crews to the Yokai. They are somewhat aside from the power structure, and directly serve the highest authorities of the crew.

**Haunts -** The Haunts are members of the crew that serve the **Ghosts**. They act as intelligence operatives, and are rigorously trained in stealth and observation haki.

**Chimera -** The Chimera are members of the crew that have been artificially enhanced with the power of animals. Unlike the power of zoan fruits, these alterations are permanent, and often massively shorten one's lifespan as well as their ability to function as a human being. With this downside in mind, they are often represented with extraordinary and niche strengths, such as having a falcon's eyesight, or a dog's smell.

**Protos -** The Protos aren't members of the crew, but instead are a number of beasts and monsters captured from across the world and trained to serve the pirate crew in all manner of affairs. (Still mostly combat)

## Trivia

* The Spectre Pirates overwhelmingly outnumber the other yonko crews in terms of membership, and they are currently considered to be the strongest pirate crew in the world.

## References

Thank you User:Katokonia for always having such random (but good) ideas for inspiration :)