Create theory

One Piece chapter 1020: Robin vs. Black Maria — what is in it

Wano Country arc · 18 pages · 18 characters

Key facts in this chapter

  • p0This is the title page for chapter 1020 Robin vs. Black Maria.
  • p0Cover features Denjiro in Wano attire.
  • p1Battle occurs on Onigashima Skull Dome roof.
  • p1Kaido refers to Yamato's fruit as the Makami guardian deity of Wano.
  • p2Yamato rejects Kaido's order to rule Wano.
  • p2Yamato uses technique named Divine Glacial Fang.
  • p3Kaido uses Blast Breath technique against Yamato.
  • p3Yamato survives the blast and remains defiant.
  • p4Page depicts transition from burning banquet hall to Robin's Ohara memories.
  • p4Robin has visible facial scar in present scene.
  • p5Saul appears much larger than surrounding characters.
  • p5Robin wears star-patterned outfit during reunion vision.
  • p6Black Maria's illusion is being physically broken by attackers.
  • p6Three snake Smile users are shown attacking the vision.
  • p7Black Maria's spider limbs are visibly thrashing in anger.
  • p7Illusion victims are escaping through debris.
  • p8Wanyudo spent 50 years adrift in mist.
  • p8Wanyudo activates Furisode Wanyudo technique.
  • p8Black Maria wields massive club in fiery clash.
  • p9Black Maria uses spider-like form in attack.
  • p9Robin remains unaffected by illusions.
  • p10Black Maria deploys spider net technique.
  • p10Robin carries Wanyudo while moving through fire.
  • p11Black Maria uses Cold Soul freezing attack.
  • p11Wanyudo struck and begins freezing with cracking sounds.
  • p12Black Maria uses spider limbs and a bear-like summon in combat against Robin.
  • p12A skeletal 'SOUL PARADE' apparition manifests near Black Maria.
  • p13Sanji appears with swirling eyes while calling for Robin.
  • p13Brook's skeleton head and full figure are visible during the exchange.
  • p14Robin activates Gigante Fleur technique producing giant blooming arms.
  • p14Robin has visible facial scratches during the confrontation.
  • p15Scene takes place at Wano Tokage Port amid heavy destruction.
  • p15Luffy is bandaged and tearful after falling from above.
  • p15Shinobu's kite is referenced as the escape method from Kaido.
  • p16Yamato holds Momonosuke while discussing departure from the country.
  • p16A dragon-shaped dark cloud appears above the group.
  • p16Momonosuke is asked to transform into a dragon for flight.
  • p16Scene takes place on a battlefield with visible distant structures.
  • p16Kin'emon stands nearby observing the interaction.

What is said, page by page

  • p0Cover request text describes Denjiro dreaming of eating giant shrimp tempura while actually nibbling his own hair in reality.
  • p1Kaido states the Makami is an incredibly valuable Mythical Zoan Dog-Dog Fruit.
  • p1Kaido declares it is now Yamato's job to protect Wano as the Makami is Wano's guardian deity.
  • p1Kaido adds it was a mistake to let a wannabe Oden like Yamato eat the fruit and commands Yamato to do it for him.
  • p2Kaido claims Orochi may have been a tyrant but transformed the country into a weapons factory and urges Yamato to take rightful place as ruler.
  • p2Yamato retorts LIKE HELL IT IS and declares no more chains, that the country will open, and that Yamato will help the samurai and protect the country from Kaido.
  • p3Kaido shouts I'M NOT GONNA LET THAT HAPPEN and OPEN THE COUNTRY.
  • p3Kaido growls DON'T PUSH YOUR LUCK after the Blast Breath attack.
  • p4Skull-masked figure urgently calls for Robin to regain composure from bridge.
  • p4Floral-kimono woman directs attention left with call to come over.
  • p4Clover greets Robin warmly after long time with open arms.
  • p4Young Robin invites herself closer in memory.
  • p4Robin calls out Mom in memory panel.
  • p5Saul expresses long anticipation of seeing Robin.
  • p5Robin calls out Saul's name in recognition.
  • p5Background figures question why everyone is present.
  • p5Robin states she also wanted to see them.
  • p5Clover agrees he feels the same.
  • p5Saul warns Robin not to approach while noting her growth.
  • p6Black Maria acknowledges the situation but expresses mild regret.
  • p6Attackers scream names and sounds while striking.
  • p6Black Maria quietly says Tres-Mano.
  • p6Numbers yell that the illusion is failing.
  • p7Black Maria expresses disbelief that her illusion failed.
  • p7Black Maria complains Robin gave no sign of being unaffected.
  • p7Black Maria accuses others of tampering with memories.
  • p7Black Maria questions the situation in frustration.
  • p7Victim yells it feels like the place is haunted.
  • p8Wanyudo declares shared suffering and similarity with Robin.
  • p8Robin urges overcoming current crisis with upbeat tone.
  • p8Wanyudo recalls 50 years adrift in mist and dreams of friends.
  • p8Robin observes Wanyudo unaffected by illusions.
  • p8Wanyudo activates weapon technique amid flames.
  • p8Wanyudo laughs wildly during attack.
  • p9Black Maria questions why illusions fail to affect Robin.
  • p9Robin cries out while evading attack.
  • p9Black Maria claims dreams affect Robin instead.
  • p9Black Maria mocks Robin's belief in defeating Kaido.
  • p9Wanyudo laughs during ongoing assault.
  • p10Observer notes entire floor ablaze.
  • p10Black Maria laughs while releasing spider net.
  • p10Split-faced man suggests Robin surrender to avoid worry.
  • p10Robin warns that flames will destroy entire castle.
  • p10Wanyudo urges attention to living weapon.
  • p10Wanyudo asks Robin to hold him longer.
  • p11Black Maria activates cold soul attack.
  • p11Wanyudo cries out from freezing effect.
  • p11Wanyudo screams in pain from impact.
  • p11Robin cries out while being thrown back.
  • p11Black Maria taunts Robin for refusing to give up.
  • p12Black Maria declares she was led directly to Robin, in a triumphant mocking tone.
  • p12Black Maria taunts Robin that her friends will always betray her, emphasizing psychological pressure.
  • p12Bear-like figure shouts 'ICE BURN!!' during an aggressive attack on the scene.
  • p13Black Maria claims Sanji has the crew's second highest bounty and references a laughing stock heard across Onigashima.
  • p13Sanji desperately calls out to Robin-chan for rescue with swirling eyes.
  • p13Robin responds appreciatively with thanks and a gentle smile.
  • p13Brook offers to let Robin handle the situation and laughs 'Yohohoho'.
  • p13Brook states Sanji is truly extraordinary while laughing in the background.
  • p14Robin explains how much it means for Sanji to rely on her as one of the wings for the Pirate King.
  • p14Black Maria questions if she struck a nerve and calls Sanji a kind soul.
  • p14Robin activates 'GIGANTE FLEUR' with massive arms blooming outward.
  • p15Characters note there is no more food left and Luffy demands more meat.
  • p15Shinobu expresses relief that Luffy is alive after falling like the others.
  • p15Group mentions Shinobu's kite allowed escape from Kaido.
  • p15Luffy cries while Kin'emon tells him it is not the time yet.
  • p15Characters discuss blowing Kaido away and note others are in front of Luffy.
  • p16Yamato internally resolves to obtain more meat to leave the country and complete the task.
  • p16Distant silhouette questions if the figure is Straw Hat and vows not to lose this time.
  • p16Yamato orders to be carried upward to finish the fight and addresses Momo.
  • p16Momonosuke reacts with startled surprise at the command.
  • p16Momonosuke declares the need to transform into a dragon and fly back to Onigashima.