Released 26 Mar 2023 · 15 pages · Egghead arc

One Piece Chapter 1079: The Red-Haired Pirates - An Emperor's Crew

What happens in chapter 1079

A few hours earlier on Egghead, York directs the Seraphim to wipe out everyone around the lab except Stella, the underground hostages, and herself, then tells S-Snake to free her later when no one is watching so she can avoid suspicion. In the present, the Labophase collapses under the Seraphim attack while civilians and Marines rush onto evacuation ships.

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  2. p.7Big shot mentioned has a three billion berry bounty.
  3. p.13A goggled background crew member shows terror during the event.
1079

The Red-Haired Pirates - An Emperor's Crew

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Cover request page: Chapter 1079, "The Red-Haired Pirates - An Emperor's Crew." The request reads, "Cover request by Sunflower-shop, from Tokyo: Luffy watering a lion mistaking it for a sunflower." Luffy happily waters a lion whose mane resembles a sunflower, while the lion looks soaked and annoyed among actual sunflowers. This is a reader-request cover illustration rather than main plot action, so it is retained as useful extra material.
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A few hours earlier on Egghead, York chews and says the situation is "a bit of a pickle." She explains that the World Government is not just after Stella; they are apparently looking to eliminate her too. York says she luckily prepared a contingency plan in case the Seraphim chose to play it this way. She orders them to wipe out all the pests around the lab now that the Frontier Dome is up again, but to spare only Stella, the hostages underground, and York herself. The Seraphim answer, "Understood!" while S-Snake, S-Shark, S-Hawk, and S-Bear receive the traitor's instructions.
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York continues her plan. She says that when the Seraphim go rogue, it will surely trigger a "who dunnit" style investigation. If her cover is blown, she will not stand a chance in a fight, so to ensure they do not catch her, S-Snake must get her in front of everyone. York tells S-Snake, "Be sure to free me when no-one's looking!" and S-Snake answers, "Got it." York then adds one more thing: there is an area of the lab she does not want damaged. With that condition set, York says, "Okay then... let the hunt begin!!" and the Seraphim move out into the laboratory to begin the staged massacre.
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Back in the present, the Labophase continues to crumble under the Seraphim rampage, and the evacuees hurry toward ships. People shout, "Hurry! Everyone onto the ships!" and "We're getting the heck out of here!" while smoke and debris rise around the island. A Marine or watcher observes the situation as the sky and sea around Egghead fill with movement. The page shows the island from offshore with the Labophase looming above the clouds and the evacuation below, underlining that Sentomaru's warning has taken effect and that ordinary residents are fleeing before the Navy's full force arrives.
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At War-Land Elbaf in the New World, the Red-Haired Pirates' allied crews react to the approaching Kid Pirates. One asks why the Kid Pirates are splashing about near Elbaf and whether they have come for their beloved chief. Three allied captains are introduced: Padded-Toe Gerotini of the Puddle Pirates, who says he will not risk himself again and tells the enemy to hop off; Grave Tooth Fugar, head of the Social Club Pirates, whose dentures pop out; and Princess Panicci Purboku of the Bourgeoisie Pirates, who says she hates the enemy's guts. Kid sees the odd fleet and asks, "What the hell?! Are these jokers really with Red Hair?!" Killer warns not to lower their guard because the crews have big names, while Kid says this is supposed to be the New World and he never pulls his punches.
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Shanks tells his fleet to retreat, but the allied captains protest, "We won't let them lay a finger on you!" Shanks appreciates the sentiment but says he wants all ships to fall back. The weaker allies complain that he is already heading off even though they only just met up, but Shanks says the big shot has shown up and they have to deal with him. He admits he was just stopping by, but lost track of time catching up with old friends. Shanks says the real reason the allied crews deal with him is because the fleet is notoriously weak; a bunch of them would not have lived this long if not for his flag's protection. The old allies tease him to worry only about Father Time, while the fleet clears a path.
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The Red-Haired Pirates prepare for Kid's attack. Lucky Roux says not to sweat it because they can handle this, but someone notes that Kid's head is worth three billion berries and warns not to underestimate the growth of the youngsters. Shanks says Kid looks lively enough and seems up for a fight, then asks whether there is any news on Blackbeard. The reply is no: last they heard, Blackbeard left Pirate Island. Shanks says he was sure Blackbeard would show his face in Wano, while another crewmate says they have some information on Captain Kid. Shanks asks how many ships Kid has now, and the answer is nine, with plenty of faces recognized from the bounty posters on them. Shanks concludes Kid is from the South Blue and has done a lot of rampaging to make it this far.
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Kid prepares his giant railgun-like construct, Damned Punk, and says he does not give a damn who he is up against. He shouts, "Eat this! Damned Punk!!" and promises to blast the allied ships down to the ocean floor in ten seconds flat. Shanks sees a terrible future with Observation Haki: the weaker fleet ships are obliterated, people scream, and the attack causes massive casualties. He says Kid is about to do serious damage and that the future he saw is hellish. Shanks immediately orders Dorry and Brogy to get into position and tells everyone to move the ships aside. Killer realizes something is wrong and shouts, "Red Hair...!!" as Shanks launches himself toward Kid before the attack can fire.
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Shanks strikes first with the named attack "Divine Departure!!" He crashes directly into Kid's Damned Punk and cuts through the weapon and the crew around it in a single overwhelming blow. Kid's eyes widen in terror as the attack lands, and the enormous double spread shows Shanks slicing through the mechanical cannon and deck with black lightning-like force. The page is dominated by the collision, the broken machinery, and the stunned reactions of nearby pirates. It is a decisive demonstration of an Emperor's speed, foresight, and power: Shanks turns Kid's intended massacre into an immediate defeat before the shot can be fired.
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The explosion from Shanks's attack tears through Kid's ship, and the Kid Pirates scream, "Captain!!" as Kid and Killer collapse. Someone says even Killer got caught in it because he was trying to help, and another asks whether the captain is going to die because he is not moving. The crew immediately surrenders, begging, "Red Hair, we surrender! Please have mercy!! Don't kill our captain!" They hand over their Road Poneglyph rubbings, saying, "Here! Take them! Our Load Poneglyphs!" Shanks receives the rubbings in silence. The sudden surrender shows how completely Kid's crew is broken by one attack and how quickly their bargaining position disappears.
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After taking the Road Poneglyph rubbings, Shanks turns away and someone calls, "Hey, chief, over here!" Suddenly a huge attack strikes Kid's ship from both sides. The crew screams, "Wait! Something's happening on the island!" and other pirates react with confusion as the sea erupts. The silhouettes and giant scale reveal that Dorry and Brogy have entered the fight. This page bridges Kid's personal defeat by Shanks with the destruction of the Kid Pirates' ship itself, showing that the giants of Elbaf are ready to punish anyone who points a cannon at their home and friends.
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On this day in the New World by Elbaf, the Kid Pirate Crew led by Eustass "Captain" Kid, a man worth three billion, is completely eradicated. Dorry and Brogy address the "little people" and warn that if they are going to point a cannon at someone's home, they had better be ready for when the target fires back. Laughing with "Ga ba ba ba" and "Ge gya gya," they unleash "Hakoku Sovereignty!!" The giant attack splits the sea and shatters the Victoria Punk, sending the Kid Pirates screaming as their ship is destroyed. The narration labels it "a decisive victory," and the chapter ends with Kid's entire crew wiped out as a force.
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One Piece Chapter 1079: The Red-Haired Pirates - An Emperor's Crew

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Chapter 1079 summary

A few hours earlier on Egghead, York directs the Seraphim to wipe out everyone around the lab except Stella, the underground hostages, and herself, then tells S-Snake to free her later when no one is watching so she can avoid suspicion. In the present, the Labophase collapses under the Seraphim attack while civilians and Marines rush onto evacuation ships.

At Elbaf the Red-Haired Pirates order their weaker allied crews to fall back as the Kid Pirates arrive. Kid readies Damned Punk to destroy the fleet, but Shanks foresees the outcome with Observation Haki and strikes first with Divine Departure, shattering the weapon and defeating Kid and Killer. The Kid Pirates surrender their Road Poneglyph rubbings. Dorry and Brogy then split the sea with Hakoku Sovereignty, destroying the Victoria Punk and eradicating the entire crew.

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Key facts in chapter 1079

  • p0Page is color chapter title illustration for 1079.
  • p0Luffy appears in straw hat and floral shirt on garden cover scene.
  • p2York discusses elimination order against herself and activates contingency involving Seraphim.
  • p2Frontier Dome is raised again at Egghead.
  • p3York instructs Seraphim to trigger investigation by going rogue.
  • p3S-Snake is ordered to position York visibly before others.
  • p4Red Force ship arrives above Vegapunk structure during collapse.
  • p4Evacuation of island inhabitants onto ships is underway.
  • p5Scene is set in War-land Elbaf, New World.
  • p5Red Force crew confronts three minor pirate crews.
  • p5Kid Pirates are mentioned as splashing about nearby.
  • p6Chief orders fleet to fall back upon a powerful arrival.
  • p6Crew debates protecting the chief from the newcomer.
  • p7Big shot mentioned has a three billion berry bounty.
  • p7Blackbeard last heard leaving Pirate Island.
  • p7Info exists on Captain Kid's movements.
  • p8Massive cannon labeled 017 and 005 is fired by Red Hair Pirates.
  • p8Dorry and Broggy take positions during the attack.
  • p8Cannon targets Kid Pirates fleet.
  • p9Shanks performs Divine Departure technique during the battle at Elbaf.
  • p10Explosion from Hakoku Sovereignty throws multiple fighters and giants across the battlefield.
  • p11Kid Pirates surrender their Road Poneglyphs to Shanks after defeat.
  • p12Eustass Kid is completely defeated by Shanks at Elbaf.
  • p13Shanks performs Divine Departure attack on a large mechanical construct.
  • p13The technique generates red lightning and causes explosive mechanical destruction.
  • p13Eustass Kid displays visible shock reaction to the attack.
  • p13A goggled background crew member shows terror during the event.
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  • p0Luffy stands smiling in straw hat and open floral shirt while raising watering can high.
  • p0Water sprays from can onto large lion whose mane is soaked and drooping.
  • p0Lion shows grumpy narrowed eyes and downturned mouth while sitting among flowers.
  • p0Small frog sits upright in foreground watching the watering scene.
  • p0Smiling sun with rays and dots floats in upper left sky.
  • p0Dense garden of large blooming flowers surrounds all characters.
  • p0Bottom sign reads cover request by Sunflower Shop from Tokyo about Luffy watering lion mistaken for sunflower.
  • p0Large chapter title banner declares Red-Haired Pirates - An Emperor's Crew.
  • p0One Piece logo with skull and crossed bones spans top of page.
  • p0Oda Eiichiro signature centered at bottom.
  • p0Luffy's left hand rests on hip in relaxed posture.
  • p0Flowers and leaves frame the entire central illustration.
  • p2York shown in close-up with goggles on head, wide eyes, and worried open mouth.
  • p2Sweat drops and motion lines emphasize York's anxious expression.
  • p2York's speech bubbles occupy upper panels with radiating emphasis lines.
  • p2Frontier Dome structure visible behind York in mid panel.
  • p2Seraphim stand in group facing York near dome entrance.
  • p2S-Shark, S-Hawk, S-Snake, and S-Bear shown in lower panels with stern faces.
  • p2York points forward while giving orders in lower right panel.
  • p2Small text box labels scene as A Few Hours Earlier.
  • p2York's plan note appears in small bubble near her head.
  • p2Dome labeled VEGAPUNK visible above entrance.
  • p2Background trees and lab structures frame the dome scene.
  • p3York points with raised finger while explaining cover concerns.
  • p3S-Bear floats in air with arms crossed above group.
  • p3S-Snake stands with hand on hip facing York.
  • p3Close-up of York's eye and mouth shows intense expression.
  • p3S-Snake gives thumbs-up gesture while receiving order.
  • p3Lab interior panels show pipes, doors, and warning signs.
  • p3Small flying object trails smoke across lab ceiling.
  • p3York leans forward with determined narrowed eyes in final panel.
  • p3Speech bubbles with emphasis lines surround York and Seraphim.
  • p3Background shows multiple lab doors numbered 3 and danger symbols.
  • p3S-Snake's hair and goggles visible in profile during reply.
  • p4Red Force ship hovers above collapsing island structure.
  • p4Vegapunk tower labeled with crumbling SFX and debris falling.
  • p4Crowd of figures rushes up gangplanks onto ships.
  • p4PX-01 crew member shown sweating with stern expression.
  • p4Red-Haired Pirates flag with skull emblem waves on left.
  • p4Explosion lines and smoke surround collapsing tower.
  • p4Multiple characters display open mouths and panicked postures.
  • p4Ship hull and waves fill lower panels with motion lines.
  • p4Close-up shows wide-eyed shocked face of crew member.
  • p4Tower base cracks visibly under stress.
  • p4Red Force name visible on upper hull of ship.
  • p5Fierce man with straw hat and pipe glares angrily from deck with wide eyes and open mouth.
  • p5Large boxed caption reads WAR-LAND ELBAF, NEW WORLD in upper right panel.
  • p5Three flamboyant pirate captains confront each other in close-up panels with exaggerated expressions.
  • p5Panicky Pururu shown as curly-haired princess with heart motifs and bold speech bubbles.
  • p5Grave Tooth Fugar depicted with flying dentures and open roaring mouth.
  • p5Padded-Toe Gerotini shown with wide toothy grin and sweat drops.
  • p5Multiple pirate ships with skull flags sailing on rough seas in wide lower panel.
  • p5Large ship with elaborate rigging and flag dominates right side of sea battle scene.
  • p5Explosions and impact SFX lines surround the fleet confrontation.
  • p5Small note at bottom reads T/N: GERO MEANS RABBIT.
  • p5Crew silhouettes visible on decks of several ships.
  • p5Speech bubbles positioned around central ship cluster emphasize tension.
  • p6Chief stands firm on deck with crossed arms facing the sea.
  • p6Crew members react with raised arms and shouting postures around the chief.
  • p6Large ship visible in background with multiple masts and flags.
  • p6Wild-haired man with beard shown in lower panel with casual posture.
  • p6Several crewmates surround the chief in heated discussion.
  • p6Speech bubbles cluster around central figures indicating debate.
  • p6One crewmate points toward distant ships from upper deck.
  • p6Granny-like figure with polka-dot dress appears in lower right group.
  • p6Impact lines and sweat drops emphasize crew agitation.
  • p6Ship rigging and ladders visible in background architecture.
  • p7Long-haired crewmate with star-patterned cloak holds a bottle while speaking.
  • p7Bandaged man with sword stands nearby listening.
  • p7Striped-shirt crewmate leans on railing with confident grin.
  • p7Seated man on lower deck gestures while reporting news.
  • p7Staircase and ship interior visible with multiple crew figures.
  • p7Rolled-up poster lies on floor near stairs.
  • p7Spiky-haired man with goggles appears in lower left panel.
  • p7Scarred man with dark hair shown in profile with serious expression.
  • p7Bounty posters visible on wall in background.
  • p7Multiple speech bubbles float above crew in discussion panels.
  • p8Massive mechanical cannon labeled 017 and 005 fires across the sea.
  • p8Scarred captain with hat snarls furiously behind the cannon controls.
  • p8Explosion and smoke clouds fill upper left panels.
  • p8Long-haired fighter grimaces in reaction panel.
  • p8Dorry and Broggy shown in smaller panels preparing positions.
  • p8Multiple ships scatter from cannon blast impact.
  • p8SFX lines and large impact effects surround cannon fire.
  • p8Crew members react with shock and raised arms on deck.
  • p8Cannon barrel aimed directly at distant fleet.
  • p8Red Hair text visible on lower left panel edge.
  • p9Massive central explosion with debris, metal fragments, and impact lines radiating outward.
  • p9Cloaked swordsman with massive blade caught mid-air in blast, limbs and weapons flailing.
  • p9Long-haired scarred fighter on right side with intense glare and sword grip.
  • p9Close-up of helmeted warrior eyes widening in shock with sweat drops.
  • p9Fanged snarling face with 'ガクン' SFX and motion lines.
  • p9Multiple weapons and limbs scattered in chaotic composition.
  • p9Speech bubble positioned above scarred fighter's face.
  • p9Panel layout splits main blast from three vertical reaction close-ups on right.
  • p9Shattered structures and flying objects emphasize destructive force.
  • p10Large 'KAPOOM!!' and 'ゴワッ' SFX dominating upper explosion panel.
  • p10Giant skeletal figure hurled backward amid smoke and debris.
  • p10Female crew member with open mouth screaming in lower left panel.
  • p10Helmeted giant lying injured with sweat and impact marks.
  • p10Dark silhouette walking away with 'TAP TAP' and 'KACHINK' sounds.
  • p10Multiple figures tumbling through air with motion lines and scattered weapons.
  • p10One falling figure crying out with extended limbs.
  • p10Lower panels show ground and airborne chaos separately.
  • p10Heavy smoke and blast effects fill background of main explosion.
  • p11Crowd of panicked crew members surrounding fallen captain figure.
  • p11Injured giant clutching stone tablets while pleading on ground.
  • p11Long-haired stern man observing scene with serious expression.
  • p11Dark figure raising hand in background calling out.
  • p11Silhouettes reacting with 'HUUHI!' in distance.
  • p11Star-shaped impact effect near foreground hand.
  • p11Multiple speech bubbles overlapping chaotic group panels.
  • p11Giant's face shows desperation with sweat and open mouth.
  • p11Surrendering pirates shown with raised hands and fearful postures.
  • p12Text box stating 'ON THIS DAY, IN THE NEW WORLD AT ELBAF...'.
  • p12Kid Pirates ship torn apart by massive waves and explosion.
  • p12Red Hair Pirates member with massive club laughing 'GA BA BA BA BA!!'.
  • p12Another crewmate cackling 'GE GYA GYA GYA!'.
  • p12Large circular blast labeled 'HAKOKU SOVER-EIGNTY!!!'.
  • p12Close-up of long-haired fighter with wide eyes and sweat.
  • p12Text box declaring 'A MAN WORTH THREE BILLION... WAS COMPLETELY ERADICATED.'.
  • p12Small figures and debris falling into swirling water below.
  • p12Panel layout mixes wide destruction shots with character reactions and narration boxes.
  • p13Shanks mid-swing with sword in red cloak and dark pants amid exploding mechanical debris and red lightning bolts.
  • p13Massive mechanical construct shattering with sparks, metal fragments, and circular energy waves radiating outward.
  • p13Shanks close-up showing scarred face, intense glare, sweat drops, and golden gauntlet on right hand.
  • p13Eustass Kid close-up with helmet, golden emblem, wide yellow eyes, gritted teeth, and sweat indicating shock.
  • p13Small background figure with curly hair and goggles recoiling with open mouth and raised hands in terror.
  • p13Red lightning and white impact flashes dominating left panel composition with motion lines and debris.
  • p13Shanks' red hair flowing dynamically during the strike with black cape trailing behind.
  • p13Sword blade visible in lower left striking through mechanical parts with bright energy discharge.
  • p13Panel layout splits large action scene on left from three vertical reaction panels on right.
  • p13Golden circular device on Shanks' left wrist glowing during the technique.
  • p13Kid's helmet features blue visor and dark straps with visible tension lines on face.
  • p13Background figure positioned lower right with arms raised and mouth open amid crackling red energy.

Theories built on chapter 1079

Egghead arc

  1. 1076Old Friends
  2. 1077Should Have Noticed Sooner
  3. 1078Escape Limit
  4. 1079The Red-Haired Pirates - An Emperor's Crew
  5. 1080The Legendary Hero
  6. 1081Kuzan, Tenth Captain of the Blackbeard Pirates
  7. 1082Let's Go and Claim It!!

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