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One Piece chapter 121: I Knew — what is in it

Little Garden arc · 21 pages · 15 characters

Key facts in this chapter

  • p0Chapter 121 title is “I KNEW”.
  • p0Opening scene depicts three characters resting on a tropical beach.
  • p1Helmeted woman captures a man in jungle and mocks his escape attempt from BW.
  • p1Three additional characters are shown being thrown down in separate panels.
  • p2Mr. 5 and Miss Valentine confront injured Luffy under giant tree roots.
  • p2They claim to have captured Zoro and another girl.
  • p3Luffy counters by spitting saliva at Mr. 5.
  • p3Mr. 5 is sent flying by a sudden powerful attack.
  • p4Explosion occurs on open grassy field with palm trees visible.
  • p4Nami reacts with visible distress to distant event.
  • p4Usopp is shown defeated on the ground near the tall man.
  • p5Mr. 5 and Miss Valentine stand together on battlefield.
  • p5Usopp remains downed near motionless Carue.
  • p5Nami observes scene with visible anxiety.
  • p6Mr. 3 uses candle jacket technique on giant.
  • p6Skull rock formation is visible in jungle setting.
  • p6Wax hardens rapidly after application.
  • p7Mr. 3 displays wax model of Brogy's head.
  • p7Woman in striped dress reacts to giant's gaze.
  • p7Mr. 3 claims credit for victory involving a wrong human.
  • p8Mr. 3 wears a distinctive barrel-shaped helmet.
  • p8Scene transitions from dark interior to tropical ruined island.
  • p8Characters reference past wanted status and bounty money.
  • p9Bomb was placed inside Dorry's barrel of rum.
  • p9Dorry drank the rum and found it tasted exceptionally good.
  • p9Striped woman confronts the helmeted man about the betrayal.
  • p10Mr. 3 uses Candle Lock technique with wax tendrils.
  • p10Striped woman is captured by hardening wax.
  • p10Scene takes place on a wooden bridge in a jungle clearing.
  • p11Mr. 3 creates a giant candle structure resembling a pumpkin face.
  • p11Structure emits light and heat while solidifying.
  • p11Small figures observe from the base of the construct.
  • p12Mr. 3 reveals a massive cake structure in the jungle clearing.
  • p12Several characters are shown defeated on the ground before the cake appears.
  • p12A cloaked figure claims responsibility for handling Luffy.
  • p13A giant candle figure spins on top of the cake releasing wax.
  • p13Wax begins hardening around the feet of the trapped group.
  • p13Mr. 3 observes the group from below the structure.
  • p14Mr. 3 explains the wax mist will petrify victims into statues.
  • p14Three additional figures are already encased in a wax pillar.
  • p14Brogy is shown lying wounded near the confrontation.
  • p15Dorry was unaware of his own injuries until moments earlier.
  • p15Mr. 3 reveals the truth about the giants' duel outcome.
  • p15Brogy supports the injured Dorry during the confrontation.
  • p16Brogy displays visible tears and sweat while shouting in jungle clearing.
  • p16Scene occurs near large decorative fountain surrounded by vegetation.
  • p17Brogy smashes through terrain while shouting about Dorry.
  • p17Mr. 3 observes the fight from a closer vantage with sunglasses and scar visible.
  • p18Luffy and Karoo begin digging in the ground together.
  • p18Scene takes place in open grassy area with palm trees and mountains.

What is said, page by page

  • p1Helmeted woman laughs triumphantly while ordering the captured man to be still and taunting his failed escape from BW.
  • p1Spiral-shirted man yells in pain from the tight hold.
  • p2Man in coat states he is glad to repay Luffy for Whiskey Peak events.
  • p2Blonde woman declares even a 30 million beli pirate is no match for them.
  • p2Man announces they have already captured Luffy’s swordsman friend and the girl.
  • p2Man warns the wannabe pirate not to interfere in their affairs.
  • p2Man mentions repaying Luffy with kick bombs after Whiskey Peak incident.
  • p3Luffy spits at Mr. 5 and shouts defiantly to go to hell.
  • p3Miss Valentine remarks that the spit is revolting.
  • p4Nami shouts Luffy's name in horror from inset panel during explosion.
  • p4Scarred agent yells die already with aggressive intent and bared teeth.
  • p4Tall man in coat declares fool while standing over fallen Usopp.
  • p5Mr. 5 says let's go Miss Valentine with calm authority.
  • p5Miss Valentine laughs KYAHA-HAHAHA with mocking tone.
  • p5Nami cries Luffy in distress while watching events.
  • p5Usopp weakly calls Carue while collapsed on ground.
  • p6Giant voice cries why you from inside wax.
  • p6Unseen speaker laughs FUHAHA-HAHA with taunting tone.
  • p6Mr. 3 declares his candle jacket is as hard as iron once hardened.
  • p6Mr. 3 taunts give it up give it up with wicked grin.
  • p7Mr. 3 boasts Brogy the red ogre even giants strength is useless in my wax.
  • p7Woman pleads please don't glare at me like that it's frighteningly unbearable.
  • p7Woman laughs FUHAHA-HAHA while addressing giant.
  • p7Mr. 3 notes even though it was partially due to help of a wrong human you should be happy about your victory.
  • p8Helmeted man boasts triumphantly as last man standing then reacts with disbelief to an unseen statement.
  • p8Striped woman accuses the helmeted man of betrayal while referencing an enormous bounty still valid today.
  • p8Afro-haired man questions the situation with a short surprised reaction.
  • p9Helmeted man recalls giving rum in a barrel with stunned realization.
  • p9Striped woman angrily condemns the act of placing a bomb in Dorry's rum barrel.
  • p9Flashback voice recalls Dorry enjoying the rum after years of water only.
  • p9Afro-haired man notes the trick was discovered by the striped woman.
  • p10Attacker shouts technique name as wax locks onto the target.
  • p10Voice declares it is time to begin.
  • p10Striped figure orders Mr. 5 to bring the swordsman and girl over.
  • p11Figures react with shock to the sudden appearance of the giant structure.
  • p11Voice announces service set as the giant candle forms.
  • p12Mr. 3 announces welcome to his service set with loud theatrical flair and outstretched arms.
  • p12Cloaked man states he has taken care of Straw Hat while addressing the defeated group.
  • p12Shocked voices question the sudden appearance of the giant cake structure.
  • p12Short reactions express confusion and alarm at the unfolding scene.
  • p13Nami cries out that something is drizzling down from above.
  • p13Sanji notes enemies will not allow free movement and accepts the situation.
  • p13Nami reports her foot is stuck in the wax.
  • p13Other voices confirm inability to move due to hardening wax.
  • p14Mr. 3 declares the wax mist will turn everyone into wax figures.
  • p14Mr. 3 invites victims to enjoy his candle service with manic laughter.
  • p14Mr. 3 claims victims will become perfect wax dolls with true souls.
  • p14Pigtail girl protests becoming an artistic creation.
  • p14Voice urges Brogy to act instead of lying still.
  • p15Narration notes Brogy only just realized Dorry's hidden injuries.
  • p15Mr. 3 mocks that speaking to Dorry is futile.
  • p15Mr. 3 reveals Dorry killed his own friend after over a hundred years of dueling.
  • p15Mr. 3 laughs that Dorry shed tears of joy over the loss.
  • p15Dorry reacts with bitter laughter at the revelation.
  • p16Brogy angrily questions understanding of a warrior hiding pain during battle, conveying outrage and honor defense.
  • p16Brogy retorts that a dishonorable opponent cannot grasp reasons for his tears, showing contempt and emotional intensity.
  • p16Narration highlights respect for a warrior enduring extreme pain without pity, underscoring warrior code theme.
  • p17Brogy declares he will pay respects to friend Dorry through battle, conveying fierce loyalty and resolve.
  • p17Mr. 3 comments on Brogy being an annoyingly loud freak while extending hand, showing irritation.
  • p18Usopp asks if Luffy can forgive the giants, showing concern and hesitation.
  • p18Luffy firmly refuses to forgive with intense determination, conveying anger and resolve.
  • p18Luffy questions if Karoo is also annoyed, showing shared frustration.
  • p18Luffy declares intent to go crush the enemies, emphasizing vengeful motivation.