(News Coo) - Unexpected Defiance

## Unexpected Defiance

Kobachi Kingdom is truly a wondrous place, and a showcase of just how nuanced our world truly is. The kingdom resides nearly 20,000 meters in the air, consisting of a large, bowl-shaped cloud formation that holds a massive amount of water and houses over a million people. Despite how wondrous this kingdom might sound, it should not be anyone’s next vacation trip, considering what has recently transpired in said kingdom.

A troop of Marines went to the kingdom with the goal being to make it join the World Government for the sake of offering them protection and supplies from the Blue Sea that they can’t hope to reach in their location. However, their kind offering was returned by hostility. The citizens of the kingdom banded together and actively rioted against the Marines’ presence, demanding them to leave the kingdom.

## Mazuma Interview

At the same time, a coup against the young, sole ruler of the kingdom was happening. He had his position overthrown, and would’ve been doomed if it wasn’t for the interference of the Marines who saved him and took them with him. We have interviewed Mazuma himself in regards to this situation.

*“I am Mazuma, and when my parents died in a very unforeseen and shocking way, I was suddenly left with the responsibility of taking care of the whole kingdom.”*

*“I tried my absolute best, I truly did, I can assure you that a thousand times! But apparently, the people of my kingdom were secretly getting sick of me! How else could they have possibly turned on me, and gone as far as to banish me! Why yes, the Marines indeed saved me from a terrible fate! I am absolutely sure that with their help, we can get the kingdom back!”*

## Kobachi Kingdom’s Fate

As of right now, the coup has resulted in Mazuma being overthrown, and a new ruler rising after that severe act of treason. The main culprit to all of this is Miyama Isana, a criminal whose name had first appeared just under a year ago. Kobachi Kingdom was her secret base of operation, and when the Marines arrived, Isana decided to finally take it for herself.

The Marines promise that they will free the kingdom from Isana’s rule as soon as they can. Due to the kingdom’s location, it is exceptionally difficult to find though. With Mazuma’s help and his knowledge of the kingdom’s traveling patterns, it might be possible to find it again. And next time, the Marines will be ready.

## Marine Report

Adrian, the Captain who was leading the mission has mysteriously gone missing. His troops speak of them not having seen him ever since their mission has gone wrong. Some suspect that he might be hiding due to the extreme shame of failure, while others think that he had somehow met a terrible fate during what transpired in Kobachi Kingdom. No one knows for sure what happened though, and until then, Adrian will be reported as missing.

Sanctus Callum was an active contributor during the mission, having actively fought back against the riots as effectively as he could, and trying his absolute hardest to try and assure the Marines’ victory, as well as combating the main perpetrator herself. He is not to blame for anything that has happened, and if anything, his valiant effort and unrelenting justice has earned him the respect of many Marines alike. Stalwart and defiant, Sanctus Callum has been promoted to Lieutenant Commander for many of his past and current efforts.

Luccu helped clear the way into the kingdom, assisting his allies in multiple ways to push back against the roaring crowds in order to reach Mazuma. Had it not been for his active efforts, one can only imagine what could have happened otherwise. His homeland is guaranteed to speak highly of him for his bravery and resistance when confronting highly dangerous individuals. He has been promoted to Lieutenant Junior Grade.

## Bounty

Miyama Isana was the main suspect when it came to not only the riots against the Marines, but also the coup against the ruler of Kobachi Kingdom. Fighting against the Marines and rallying the citizens, Isana has unfortunately succeeded with her goals of taking over the kingdom. She has already proven to be a dangerous individual with her previous crime, but through this action by showing adamant defiance against the World Government, Isana has firmly cemented herself as an enemy against the very world itself. A far cry from the simple shrine maiden she has made herself out to be. Her bounty has been increased to 200,000,000.

It is not over for Kobachi Kingdom yet, as the Marines intend to make their moves again once they are properly prepared. Despite being its new ruler, there is a high chance that Isana will leave the kingdom to cause more trouble in the Blue Sea. Until she has been taken care of, the kingdom will never truly be safe. But it may be able to find redemption without her.