Released 25 Aug 2024 · 13 pages · Egghead arc

One Piece Chapter 1124: Best Friend

What happens in chapter 1124

Big News Morgan rants aboard his airship and threatens Vivi while she refuses to grovel for safety. He laughs about the sinking world and pushes sensational headlines on emperor clashes and Vegapunk's killing. At Egghead harbor, Borsalino answers a Den Den Mushi after a massive fight leaves Marines and ships in ruins.

  1. p.2Scene takes place aboard Big News airship above clouds.
  2. p.8Bandaged girl reacts first to Lilith waking.
  3. p.11Vegapunk narration appears at the bottom of the page.
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The title page displays the One Piece logo at the top. Below it reads "CHAPTER 1124: BEST FRIEND". The main illustration shows Yamato striding forward with a massive spiked kanabo slung over her shoulder, her long black-and-white hair flowing behind her. A young girl with light hair peeks out nervously from behind Yamato's left side. The background depicts a rugged mountain path lined with twisted trees and swirling clouds. At the bottom a narration box states: "ONI CHILD YAMATO AND THE HOLY INARI SHRINE PILGRIMAGE VOL. 12: FOILING A KIDNAPPING ON THE WAY TO KURI". The author's name "ODA EIICHIRO" appears beneath the panel.
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A full-color illustration shows Monkey D. Luffy lounging with a cigarette, wearing a black bowler hat and sunglasses, surrounded by bottles and a striped mat. A yellow cat in a matching hat and coat sits in front of him. To the left, a woman with dark hair and sunglasses relaxes with legs crossed. A notes box mentions a collab with NOBROCKTV and a fish icon.
Monkey D. Luffyyellow catdark-haired woman
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Big News Morgan's airship hovers above the clouds as voices shout: "WE'RE SITTING ON SOME JUICY SCOOPS!!" "STOKe THEIR FEARS! PAINT A PICTURE OF THE BLEAKEST FUTURE POSSIBLE!!" "COME ON, LET'S ROCK!" "OF COURSE HE WANTS TO ACT!" Morgan, in his top hat, looms over a blonde woman while yelling "I'LL EXPOSE YOU IF YOU DON'T ZIP IT!!" and "MIND YOUR BUSINESS, GIRLY!" She retorts "WHAT'S WRONG WITH YOU, YOU OVERGROWN SQUAWKING LIARI!" and "NO ONE WITH A BRAIN WILL DANCE TO YOUR TUNE..." A small panel shows a frightened onlooker saying "UHH..." while another voice comments "THAT'S GROSS... EVEN VEGAPUNK SHOWED SOME OPTIMISM..." Morgan continues "USE THEIR DESPERATION TO PUSH MORE WEJ PAPERS!"
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Morgan laughs wildly "KUWA HA HA HA!!" declaring "I'M TOP DOG UP IN THE SKY NOW, SO THIS UPCOMING ERA IS PERFECT FOR ME!!" and "WE CAN'T PASS THIS UP! EVEN THE TRUTH IS CAPTIVATING NOW! THE WHOLE WORLD'S SINKIN'!" Vivi stands nearby as a woman in a hat pleads "HEY, VIVI-CHAN... WE DON'T WANT TO UPSET THE FINE GENTLEMEN AND LOSE OUR ONLY SAFE HAVEN NOW, DO WEI" Vivi replies coolly "IF THE WORLD IS ENDING ANYWAY, I'M NOT GOING TO GROVEL JUST TO SAVE MY OWN NECK." Morgan leans in close, saying "I HOPE YOU WON'T COME TO REGRET TALKING BACK TO ME, PRINCESS." Below, headlines flash: "EMPEROR SHANKS VS. EUSTASS 'CAPTAIN' KID...!!" "EMPEROR BLACKBEARD VS. TRAFALGAR LAW...!!" "RUTHLESSLY KILLING DR. VEGAPUNK!!" Morgan cackles "KUHA!!" while Vivi warns "H-HEY, VIVI-CHAN... COOL IT."
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A hand drops a Den Den Mushi as chaos erupts. "YOU'RE AWFUL LOUD, HUH..." Borsalino mutters with a clenched fist. A Marine stares in shock: "BORSALINOI! WHAT HAPPENED TO THE OTHERSI WHY ARE YOU THE ONE PICKIN' UP..." The wide view reveals a devastated harbor filled with burning ships and debris. "DON'T TELL ME EVERYONE'S DEADI" someone cries amid the smoke. Bodies lie scattered across the ground as Marines question the scene: "...AND FOAMING AT THE MOUTH. THEY'RE ALL LAID OUT... WHAT'S GOIN' ON WITH SAINT SATURNI IS HE SAFEI WHAT ABOUT THE POWER STATIONI DID ANY OF THE TARGETS ESCAPEI!" A small boat rows away while a voice shouts "EGGHEAD!!" and another asks "WHAT HAPPENEDI!"
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Sakazuki stands amid rubble with his back turned. "HEY, SAKAZUKI... I'M CURIOUS... YOU BETTER NOT BE SLACKIN' OFF AGAIN, BORSALINO!! I'LL LET THE YOUNGSTERS GIVE YOU THE DETAILS WHEN THEY'RE UP." A scientist-like figure questions Borsalino: "SO, HOW MUCH FUNDING ARE YOU WILLING TO GIVE FOR MY RESEARCHI THIS ARREST IS ALL A FACADE. YOU GUYS WANT MY BRAIN WORKING FOR YOU, RIGHTI" Borsalino replies with a grin, "HEH HEH! YOU'RE AN INTERESTING GUY, HUH..." The Marine with the cap snarls, "THAT'S A DAMN BIG HEAD...!! I'M WITH THE NAVY; THE NAME'S BORSALINO!!" Borsalino asks, "HAVE YOU EVER HAD TO KILL YOUR BEST FRIENDI" A fight erupts as the scientist is struck: "LEND ME A HAND, BORSALINO! WHEN WE'RE DONE, IT'LL BE AN ISLAND 500 YEARS IN THE FUTURE!" Borsalino declares, "I'M GONNA CALL IT 'EGGHEAD.'"
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Sakazuki's silhouette looms as Borsalino's voice echoes, "...SAKAZUKII YOU THINK I'M SLACKIN' OFF..." Borsalino's face fills the panel, sweat pouring down as he yells, "...COME AND SEE FOR YOURSELF, YOU DAMN INGRATE!! WELL, IF YOU'VE GOT TIME TO WASTE DOUBTING ME..." Sakazuki glares back with a Marine cap, retorting, "WATCH YOUR MOUTH!!" The burning island backdrop shows distant explosions while Borsalino continues the heated exchange. "THAT WAS MY BAD, BROTHER."
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A massive ship sails away from the ruined island. "I GUESS THE PARTY WAS OFFICIALLY CALLED OFF. IT'S SO QUIET..." A Vegapunk-like figure pleads, "PLEASE CAN YOU TAKE ME AWAY FROM EGGHEADI!" On the deck, crew members discuss: "BUT I GET IT, WE FAILED TO ACCOMPLISH OUR MAIN GOAL... YEAH, AND IT'S STRANGE TO SEE LUFFY SO DEJECTED... IT'S ODD AFTER JUST ONE DRINK." A large man with a star hat growls, "IT'S PATHETIC. HE'S AN EMPEROR NOW... I'M WITH YOU. I'M STILL TRYNA WRAP MY HEAD AROUND THAT!! IT'S A MIRACLE WE GOT OUT OF THAT HELLSCAPE AT ALL! WE HAD THE FIVE ELDERS, AN ADMIRAL, CP0, THE SERAPHIM, AND AN ARMADA OF WARSHIPS TO GET THROUGH!!" Another crewmate adds, "AN OLD MAN DYING SHOULDN'T AFFECT HIM THIS BADLY. THAT'S A BIT HARSH..."
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A bandaged girl with a headband jolts upright in shock, eyes wide as she shouts "YOU'RE AWAKE!!" while a device blinks and large SFX "ば!!" "ん!!" explode around her. She gasps "HAA!!" A nearby figure murmurs "HMI" as a beeping device on her chest reads "BEEP BEEP". In the next panels, a long-haired woman named Lilith is surrounded by concerned allies; a small figure with a top hat cries "LILITH-CHAAAAAAN!!" with hearts floating, while others exclaim "ARE YOU ALL RIGHT, LILITHI", "THANK GOODNESS!", and "PHEW...". The scene shifts to a massive room aboard the giants' ship. A character states "OH RIGHT, WE'RE ON THE GIANTS' SHIP. NO WONDER EVERYTHING'S SO MASSIVE." Another adds "WE WEREN'T ABLE TO SAVE ANY OF THE OTHER VEGAPUNKS!!" and pleads "PLEASE FORGIVE US!!" A somber voice continues "THIS WILL BE A BITTER PILL TO SWALLOW, BUT WE HAVE TO TELL YOU..." as the group sits on an oversized couch beneath giant circular emblems.
LilithVegapunk Lilithunidentified bandaged girlsmall top-hatted figurelarge armored figure
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The bandaged girl screams "WAAAAAAAAA AHHHHHHH!!!" while clutching her head, crying "I JUST NEED TO CRY FOR A BIT!!" and asking "HOW ARE YOU THE EVIL ONE AGAINI" A dark-haired man watches nearby. Lilith sits up as allies reassure her: "HEARDI I'VE ALREADY HEARD ABOUT WHAT HAPPENED!", "IT'S OKAY.", "I SEE.", and "ATLAS HIT YOU PRETTY HARD... SO IT'S UNDERSTANDABLE IF YOU'RE DISORIENTED." The girl looks concerned. Later, the group stands near a cliff overlooking the sea where a massive ship shaped like a smiling face floats; one says "DAMN IT ALL..." while another notes "SAY... THE ATMOSPHERE FROM THAT TABLE SEEMS A BIT GLOOMY, DOESN'T ITI" They discuss hunger and fruit left by the giants. In the final panel, the bandaged girl stands with hands on hips declaring "THAT'S PLENTY!!" as Luffy devours grapes in a frenzy, surrounded by the others including the small top-hatted figure.
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The bandaged girl explains "HOWEVER, IT'S ALL A MATTER OF PERSPECTIVE. A SECOND AGO, I WAS CRYING BECAUSE I WAS SAD ABOUT EVERYONE'S DEATHS. HERE'S THE TRUTH..." as silhouettes stand before a fruit-laden table. The group reacts with shock: "WHAT DO YOU MEAN YOU 'HEARD ABOUT IT'I", "I SEE, SO LUFFY'S BEEN TAKING IT BADLY.", and "IT'S ALRIGHT THOUGH. I JUST HEARD ABOUT IT AND I'M SURE." Close-ups show wide-eyed, sweating faces gasping "EVERYONE'S ALIVE!!", "!!I", and "TO PUT IT SIMPLY..." A skull with flames appears. The final spread erupts with Luffy yelling "WHAAAAAATTI!I!" while clinging to the side of the giant ship in the water. He shouts "...IS THAT YOU KEPT YOUR PROMISE TO ME!!" and "SO DON'T BE SO GLUM, LUFFY!!" as allies react in confusion, one noting "EVEN IF THEY'RE FUNCTIONALLY DEAD. I DON'T GET IT!" and another adding "BASICALLY WHAT I'M TRYING TO SAY... SO THEY'RE... G-GHOSTS...I!"
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A massive celebratory spread erupts aboard the ship as the Straw Hats and giants party wildly. Luffy roars "YEAHHH!!! CHEERS!!" while declaring "... 'CAUSE I'M DEFINITELY GONNA BE KING OF THE PIRATES!!" and "AND I DON'T CARE IF YOU'RE WITH ME OR AGAINST ME..." A giant cheers "YEAH, THAT'S WAY I SET SAIL, THE FIRST PLACE...!!" as Nami raises a barrel and others shout "THANKS FOR HELPING US OUT!", "HEY, GIANTS!!", "ZORO!! WUFFY IS...!!", "BRING THE FOOD!!", "GET THE BOOZE!!", and "THEN LET'S HAVE THAT FEAST!!" Vegapunk-related narration reads "VEGAPUNK BASICALLY SAID WHOEVER FINDS THE ONE PIECE WILL SHAKE THE WORLD, RIGHTI!" The ship sails onward with a scroll stating "AND SO, THE SHIPS SET COURSE TO THE NORTHEAST..." while smaller panels show the crew heading toward Elbaf, the fabled country of the giants, with cries of "GYA HA HA HA!" and "GABA BA BA!" The page ends on a "BREAK NEXT WEEK" note.
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Chapter 1124 summary

Big News Morgan rants aboard his airship and threatens Vivi while she refuses to grovel for safety. He laughs about the sinking world and pushes sensational headlines on emperor clashes and Vegapunk's killing. At Egghead harbor, Borsalino answers a Den Den Mushi after a massive fight leaves Marines and ships in ruins. The Marines panic over the unconscious bodies and ask about Saturn's safety as a small boat rows away. Borsalino recalls striking the scientist who proposed building Egghead island five hundred years ahead. He and Sakazuki argue over the line about slacking off, with Borsalino demanding his superior come see the damage himself.

30 key facts · 25 characters

Key facts in chapter 1124

  • p0Title page for chapter 1124 titled Best Friend.
  • p2Scene takes place aboard Big News airship above clouds.
  • p3Vivi refuses to grovel despite pressure from Morgan.
  • p4Harbor scene shows widespread destruction with burning ships and unconscious bodies.
  • p5Scene takes place on a heavily damaged island with ongoing fires.
  • p5Sakazuki is addressed directly by multiple characters.
  • p5Borsalino and a Marine officer share the same name in dialogue.
  • p5Vegapunk figure discusses research funding during confrontation.
  • p6Island remains engulfed in flames during conversation.
  • p6Borsalino shows visible physical strain with heavy sweating.
  • p6Sakazuki and Borsalino exchange heated words face to face.
  • p7Ship departs from Egghead island.
  • p7Luffy is described as dejected after recent events.
  • p7Crew discusses failure to achieve primary objective.
  • p8Lilith awakens aboard the giants' ship.
  • p8Bandaged girl reacts first to Lilith waking.
  • p8Crew failed to rescue other Vegapunks.
  • p8Scene occurs inside a large interior space with oversized furniture.
  • p9Bandaged girl is crying and clutching her head on the floor.
  • p9Lilith is sitting up after being reassured by allies.
  • p9A large ship shaped like a smiling face is visible from the cliff.
  • p9Luffy and allies are near the cliff overlooking the sea.
  • p10Bandaged girl reveals that everyone is alive from her perspective.
  • p10Luffy has been reacting badly to the news.
  • p10A flaming skull visual appears during the explanation.
  • p10The smiling ship continues approaching the group.
  • p11Straw Hat Pirates and giants are celebrating on the ship.
  • p11Luffy reaffirms his goal to become King of the Pirates.
  • p11The crew is heading toward Elbaf.
  • p11Vegapunk narration appears at the bottom of the page.
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  • p0One Piece logo at top with skull, crossbones, rope border, and silhouette figure.
  • p0Chapter title text 'BEST FRIEND' centered below logo.
  • p0Yamato striding forward in dynamic pose with massive spiked kanabo slung over right shoulder.
  • p0Yamato's long black-and-white hair flowing behind her with visible horns and headpiece.
  • p0Young girl with light hair peeking nervously from behind Yamato's left side, hands near face.
  • p0Rugged mountain path background with twisted trees and swirling cloud patterns.
  • p0Narration box at bottom describing 'ONI CHILD YAMATO AND THE HOLY INARI SHRINE PILGRIMAGE VOL. 12: FOILING A KIDNAPPIN…'.
  • p0Author credit 'ODA EIICHIRO' at very bottom.
  • p0Yamato's clothing shows sleeveless top, dark skirt, and checkered sash.
  • p0Young girl wears patterned outfit and has worried facial expression.
  • p0Background includes distant structures and dramatic cloud swirls suggesting movement.
  • p0Central composition places Yamato as dominant forward figure with girl in protective shadow.
  • p2Big News airship with checkered balloon floating above clouds.
  • p2Morgan in top hat and coat leaning aggressively toward Vivi.
  • p2Vivi standing with long blonde hair and dark dress, facing Morgan.
  • p2Multiple speech bubbles with large SFX like 'bwoom' and impact lines.
  • p2Small frightened onlooker in lower left panel with sweat drop.
  • p2Background shows clouds, airship rigging, and distant figures.
  • p2Morgan's bird-like features exaggerated with open beak and feathers.
  • p2Vivi's expression shows defiance with narrowed eyes.
  • p2Panel composition splits action with close-ups on faces and wide airship view.
  • p2Heart motifs visible on some clothing or background elements.
  • p2Shouting figures in background with raised fists.
  • p2Dramatic speed lines and motion effects around characters.
  • p3Morgan laughing wildly with open beak and top hat tilted.
  • p3Vivi standing calmly with arms at sides facing confrontation.
  • p3Woman in hat pleading beside Vivi with worried expression.
  • p3Close-up of Morgan's intense face leaning toward Vivi.
  • p3Airship interior with visible rigging and clouds outside.
  • p3Multiple speech bubbles with large text and emphasis lines.
  • p3Background figures seated at tables in lower panels.
  • p3Morgan's coat and exaggerated bird features prominent.
  • p3Vivi's cool gaze and slight smile in close-up panel.
  • p3Newspaper headlines about emperors and Vegapunk visible in lower section.
  • p3Dramatic panel borders and motion lines around shouting characters.
  • p3Small 'coo' sound effects from News Coo birds.
  • p4Hand dropping Den Den Mushi with clenched fist nearby.
  • p4Borsalino with clenched fist and serious expression in close-up.
  • p4Marine staring in shock at Borsalino with open mouth.
  • p4Devastated harbor with multiple burning ships and debris.
  • p4Bodies lying scattered on ground amid smoke and foam.
  • p4Wide panel showing ruined ships and chaotic water surface.
  • p4Borsalino's sunglasses and Marine coat visible.
  • p4SFX like 'bzz' and impact marks around scene.
  • p4Small boat with figure rowing in lower right panel.
  • p4Marines questioning scene with sweat drops and alarmed faces.
  • p4Burning buildings and floating wreckage in background.
  • p4Panel layout mixes close-ups of faces with wide disaster view.
  • p5Sakazuki stands with back turned amid rubble wearing Marine coat with Justice kanji visible.
  • p5Large speech bubbles dominate upper panel with multiple ellipsis indicating tension.
  • p5Vegapunk-like figure with glasses and wild hair shown in close-up with sweat drops.
  • p5Borsalino appears in sunglasses and Marine cap with open mouth and intense expression.
  • p5Marine officer with striped cap and scar snarls with visible teeth and sweat.
  • p5Small robot-like object lies on rubble near Sakazuki's feet.
  • p5Explosions and debris fill background of ruined area.
  • p5Lower panels show dynamic action with motion lines and SFX during confrontation.
  • p5Borsalino silhouette holding weapon against Vegapunk figure with impact effects.
  • p5Close-up of Sakazuki's angry face with Marine cap and scar.
  • p5Burning structures and smoke in distant background panels.
  • p6Burning island with multiple explosions and smoke plumes fills wide panel.
  • p6Borsalino's face in extreme close-up covered in heavy sweat and veins with open shouting mouth.
  • p6Sakazuki silhouette looms against fiery sky in upper panel.
  • p6Marine cap with Justice kanji visible on Sakazuki in lower right panel.
  • p6Explosions and debris scatter across sky and sea background.
  • p6Borsalino's fist raised with motion lines during yell.
  • p6Sakazuki glares with gritted teeth and sweat on face.
  • p6Distant ship silhouettes visible on horizon amid chaos.
  • p7Large ship with distinctive figurehead sails away from burning island.
  • p7Vegapunk-like figure pleads with outstretched arms and intense expression.
  • p7Straw Hat crew members stand on deck including large man with star hat.
  • p7Multiple speech bubbles show crew discussion about Luffy's mood.
  • p7Ship sails on open sea with clouds and distant island visible.
  • p7Crew members display varied expressions of concern and confusion.
  • p7Large man with star hat and dark coat speaks with crossed arms.
  • p7Small figures visible on deck near railing.
  • p8Bandaged girl with headband jolts upright with wide eyes and open mouth in shock.
  • p8Large SFX ば!! and ん!! dominate upper panel with motion lines.
  • p8Device on girl's chest displays BEEP BEEP text.
  • p8Lilith sits surrounded by crew with hearts floating near small top-hatted figure.
  • p8Small top-hatted figure leaps with hearts and cries out.
  • p8Large armored figure and other crew members show relief expressions.
  • p8Interior of giants' ship with massive furniture and circular symbols on wall.
  • p8Empty couch with pillow and ladder visible in lower panel.
  • p8Crew members gather around Lilith with varied postures of concern and joy.
  • p9Bandaged girl clutches head with both hands, wide screaming mouth, tears, and sweat drops; dramatic motion lines around head.
  • p9Dark-haired man with wide eyes and sweat drop stands in background observing the outburst.
  • p9Lilith sits up on floor with neutral expression and slight concern, long hair visible.
  • p9Lilith has small facial scar under left eye.
  • p9Group stands at cliff edge overlooking sea with massive smiling-face ship floating below.
  • p9Luffy stands with back to viewer, arms raised, facing the ship.
  • p9Small top-hatted figure stands beside Luffy at cliff.
  • p9Ship has large central eye design and striped sail.
  • p9SFX lines and impact marks near cliff edge and ship.
  • p9Foreground fruit pile visible in lower panel with Luffy and small figure.
  • p10Bandaged girl points forward with intense expression, sweat drops, and motion lines.
  • p10Silhouetted figures stand before a table covered with fruit piles.
  • p10Close-up of Luffy with wide shocked eyes, sweat, and open mouth.
  • p10Close-up of small top-hatted figure with wide eyes and sweat.
  • p10Close-up of Lilith with hands near face, wide eyes, and tears.
  • p10Flaming skull motif appears in center panel with dark shading.
  • p10Large ship with eye design sails on water with splash effects.
  • p10Multiple sweat drops and exclamation marks emphasize shock reactions.
  • p10Panel composition shows rapid cuts between faces and the ship.
  • p11Large celebratory spread shows Straw Hat crew and giants partying with barrels, food, and raised fists.
  • p11Luffy stands on giant's shoulder with arms raised and wide grin.
  • p11Nami holds up a barrel while smiling.
  • p11Giants cheer with open mouths and raised weapons or barrels.
  • p11Zoro visible among the crowd with crossed arms.
  • p11Chopper sits on a giant's head wearing a cap.
  • p11Ship sails toward Elbaf with dramatic speed lines and splash effects.
  • p11Multiple barrels and food items fly through the air.
  • p11Giant with helmet raises fist in foreground.
  • p11Lower panels show map and ship heading to Elbaf with narration text.
  • p11Luffy declares his goal with dynamic pose and motion lines.

Theories built on chapter 1124

  1. 1121The Ebb and Flow of the Ages
  2. 1122The Time Is At Hand
  3. 1123The Void Fortnight
  4. 1124Best Friend
  5. 1125What Constitutes Death

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