User blog comment:Arnab16/Some totally crazy ideas and predictions that I know will sound insane./@comment-26451407-20151116063515/@comment-1153699-20151117011409

Yup. The same Makarov who had trouble following a worn out Pre-SO Erza's slash with his eyes.

Makarov is pretty much nothing at this point. He thought he couldn't beat Azir even with the help of (what he thought were) GMG Erza, GMG Natsu, GMG Gray, GMG Lucy and GMG Wendy. MP-wise, he MAY still be up there. But physically-wise (reflexes, mobility, agility, endurance)? Naaahh. He was stronger when he was at his 35~40's imo.

Makarov "shat himself" when he saw how strong GMG Jura was. Not once, but twice. He thought GMG Kagura was "overwhelming" (or "strong". Depends on the translation).

Unlike previous arcs, FT are up against an entire Empire. Led by Zeref himself. Of course they're gonna need help. But FT getting help doesn't necessarily mean August wouldn't get defeated by either Gildarts or Laxus. Don't get me wrong, I'm all for a Gildarts & Laxus / Jellal & Laxus tag team vs August but.. Dude this is FT we're talking about here. A 2nd in command was never anywhere near as strong as you think he is (compared to FT's top members). Heck, not even arc bosses were that strong compared to a Laxus-Tier. Chances are August would be solo'd. But we'll see.