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One Piece chapter 1053: The New Emperors — what is in it

Wano Country arc · 15 pages · 36 characters

Key facts in this chapter

  • p2Chapter 1053 title is 'THE NEW EMPERORS'.
  • p2A photo containing the 'D.' was sent by CP0 agent Guernica.
  • p2Marines failed to contact printers in time to stop distribution.
  • p2Big Mom's ship was spotted near Wano causing transmission issues.
  • p3Luffy, Law, and Kid each receive 3,000,000,000 berry bounties.
  • p3News of Big Mom and Kaido's defeat spreads worldwide.
  • p3The three captains are credited with ending the emperors' dominion.
  • p4An elaborate multi-course meal is being prepared for special patrons.
  • p4The menu includes mashed and boiled dishes plus specific Japanese-style sides.
  • p4Service occurs inside a large traditional hall with long tables.
  • p5The Flower Capital holds a large festival with free food and games.
  • p5Luffy experiences his first festival while eating multiple festival foods.
  • p5Hiyori performs 'Moon Princess' on stage with Brook accompanying.
  • p6Scene occurs inside Wano castle basement.
  • p6Robin encounters cloaked figure who recognizes her by name.
  • p6Collection of kokeshi dolls is stored in the basement room.
  • p7Cloaked figure is revealed as Kozuki Sukiyaki, former shogun of Wano.
  • p7Sukiyaki is father of Kozuki Oden.
  • p7Sukiyaki feels guilt over Orochi gaining power.
  • p8Conversation centers on location of ancient weapon Pluton.
  • p8Poneglyph mentioned as source of Arabasta information.
  • p8Scene transitions to Former Prisoner Mine Udon under attack.
  • p9Queen and King are defeated on icy battlefield.
  • p9Navy officer intervenes in fight against commanders.
  • p9Battle occurs in ruined snowy area with barrels and debris.
  • p10Ryokugyu is currently inside Wano country.
  • p10Ryokugyu carries multiple swords and a Den Den Mushi.
  • p10A wanted poster of Luffy is visible on the ground.
  • p11Festival continues in the Flower Capital of Wano.
  • p11Luffy publicly supports Yamato as rally leader.
  • p11Jaggy engages a large unidentified opponent during the celebration.
  • p12Wano festival features massive fireworks and barrel toasts.
  • p12Both pirates and citizens participate in the celebration.
  • p12Party is described as the biggest and wildest observed.
  • p13New Four Emperors announced as Buggy, Shanks, Blackbeard, and Luffy.
  • p13Festival in Wano continues with high energy.
  • p13Luffy is targeted by an arriving opponent during the party.

What is said, page by page

  • p2Shocked Marine voices protest the unapproved photo and demand removal of the 'D.' with urgent angry tone.
  • p2Marine captain reports that the photo was sent by CP0's Guernica-sama while sweating nervously.
  • p2Mustached officer orders immediate reprint because the world cannot see the photo.
  • p2Cipher Pol reports transmission broke after spotting Big Mom's ship with factual urgent delivery.
  • p2Laughing figure declares the gears of the world won't stop and refuses to let propaganda slide.
  • p3Crowd member yells '3 BILLION?!' in shock at the new bounty amounts.
  • p3Subordinates cheer 'CAPTAIN, THAT'S AMAZING!! BOSS!!' with excited tones.
  • p3News text states the three captains ended decades of dominion over the emperors.
  • p3Onlooker calls the event 'like a live show' with enthusiastic mood.
  • p3Character notes Kid had a funny look and questions where he ran off to.
  • p3Group decides to head to the Flower Capital festival while celebrating.
  • p4Elderly chef orders everything to be impeccable for non-run-of-the-mill patrons.
  • p4Chef lists menu sequence starting with tall bowl, sunomono, lotus roots, and cloud ear mushroom soup.
  • p4Chef demands triple poison checks and proper mashing of all dishes.
  • p4Server announces it is time to serve the full course meal fit for a shogun.
  • p4Horned figure laughs that the meal looks delicious and thanks the staff.
  • p4Background voice notes the sounds from outside indicate the others could not wait two hours.
  • p5Festival-goers announce everything is free tonight with excited shouts.
  • p5Luffy exclaims this is his first festival and lists all the foods he is trying.
  • p5Woman calls out to Princess Hiyori with joyful tone and heart symbols.
  • p5Hiyori states the song is called 'Moon Princess' and was a favorite of brother Oden.
  • p5Brook invites the crowd to listen to the next number while strumming.
  • p6Robin questions Tengu-san about knowing her name with surprised expression.
  • p6Cloaked figure asks if Nico Robin likes the dolls while gesturing to shelves.
  • p6Robin wonders why the doll collection is hidden in the basement.
  • p6Cloaked figure claims the dolls are his majestic kokeshi collection and asks if they are cute.
  • p7Sukiyaki declares himself father of Kozuki Oden and Kozuki Sukiyaki with bold pose.
  • p7Robin reacts with shock at the identity reveal.
  • p7Sukiyaki laments allowing Orochi to rise to power and questions showing his face.
  • p7Sukiyaki notes some retainers may have deduced his identity but Momo does not know.
  • p7Sukiyaki recalls contemplating seppuku after Oden's death and Wano's change.
  • p8Voice declares Pluton the ancient weapon while Robin stares intently.
  • p8Elderly man states Pluton should be somewhere in this country.
  • p8Large scarred man confirms Pluton is here with aggressive expression.
  • p8Figure notes Arabasta location based on poneglyph information.
  • p9Queen groans UGH while lying defeated in snow.
  • p9King cries out AH while being thrown through air.
  • p9Queen yells at attackers about post-diet physique not suiting him.
  • p9Navy officer tells Queen and King to give it a rest and mentions rank.
  • p9Navy officer states navy lacks manpower for the mess left behind.
  • p10Ryokugyu speaks into Den Den Mushi identifying himself and confirming location in Wano with serious intent.
  • p10Unknown caller reacts with shock upon recognizing Ryokugyu and urgently requests secrecy from Sakazuki.
  • p10Ryokugyu comments on poor quality of booze and suggests longer aging while holding swords.
  • p10Ryokugyu internally expresses admiration for Akainu's style and desire for his approval.
  • p10Ryokugyu plans to deliver Luffy's head to gain Akainu's recognition.
  • p11Announcer voice rallies retainers, yakuza, and Wano citizens to continue festivities.
  • p11Luffy praises the crowd's fighting efforts and designates Yamato as chief rallier for toasts.
  • p11Yamato states desire not to be seen as a hero and requests secrecy within Wano.
  • p11Large opponent declares intent to crush Jaggy on the spot.
  • p11Luffy is struck and sent flying while calling out 'Straw Hat!!'.
  • p12Crowd shouts 'Cheers!!' while raising drinks.
  • p12Large caption calls for drinking and partying until dawn.
  • p12Onlookers comment that pirates are rowdy and this is the wildest festival seen.
  • p13Marine notes the world is in chaos yet the crew focuses on music and festivities.
  • p13Marine states they are going whole-hog on the celebration.
  • p13Luffy reacts with surprise while being attacked from behind.
  • p13Unknown attacker declares intent to kill Luffy upon arrival.