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One Piece chapter 128: The Flag Known as Pride — what is in it

Little Garden arc · 22 pages · 23 characters

Key facts in this chapter

  • p0Chapter title is The Flag known as Pride.
  • p0Scene takes place on Marine vessel near shore.
  • p0Tashigi recognizes a masterwork blade hilt immediately.
  • p1Straw Hat crew rides massive winged sea creature in mid-air battle.
  • p1Scene is a dramatic double-page spread on pages 28-29.
  • p2Colored spread shows Straw Hats riding enormous winged beast.
  • p2Scene emphasizes crew's chaotic grip on flying mounts.
  • p4Marines intercept call mentioning Princess Vivi and Straw-Hat pirates.
  • p4Black Den Den Mushi used specifically for intercepting calls.
  • p4Conversation source noted as too far for clear reception.
  • p5Mr. 11 is identified as a Baroque Works frontier agent.
  • p5A letter with orders was found in Mr. 11's pocket.
  • p5Marines discuss possible connection between Mr. 11 and Mr. 0.
  • p6Alabasta is experiencing a coup d'état.
  • p6Princess Vivi is missing from Alabasta.
  • p6Marines request an eternal pose to pursue the lead.
  • p7The location is the Island of Giants called Little Garden.
  • p7Dorry and Brogy are giants with bounties on their heads.
  • p7Nami physically stops Miss Valentine from revealing more information.
  • p8Nami tells Vivi she is not blamed by the crew.
  • p8Sanji brings food to the group on the island.
  • p8The crew decides to hold a welcome party with senbei.
  • p9Sanji arrives dramatically on the jungle path scene.
  • p9Crew reacts to Sanji's sudden appearance.
  • p9Mention of Mr. 3 occurs in dialogue.
  • p9A figure flees with impact SFX.
  • p10Nami explains previous deception to the crew.
  • p10Vivi identifies the call was with Mr. 0.
  • p10Group learns they are still stuck on the island.
  • p10Nami obtained an item from enemies.
  • p11Igaram provides Eternal Pose to Alabasta.
  • p11Crew reacts with joy to the pose.
  • p11Nami and Sanji share a thankful hug moment.
  • p11Luffy proposes a party before departure.
  • p12Usopp caught a large rhino during the hunt.
  • p12Luffy declares victory in the hunting contest with Usopp.
  • p12Dorry and Brogy react to mention of the contest.
  • p12Luffy says goodbye to Dorry and Brogy before departure.
  • p13Straw Hat crew departs from Dorry and Brogy after the island events.
  • p13Usopp declares intent to visit Elbaf in the future.
  • p14Dorry and Brogy decide to intervene on behalf of the Straw Hats.
  • p14The giants acknowledge their weapons have reached the end of their use.
  • p15Usopp and Sanji argue over whose captured animal is larger.
  • p15The crew prepares to depart while the argument continues on deck.
  • p16The Straw Hats navigate a jungle river on the Going Merry.
  • p16Dorry and Brogy appear on the riverbank as the ship passes.
  • p17The Going Merry sails between two large dark shapes into open sea.
  • p17The Straw Hats see the giants' flag and react with surprise.
  • p17Dorry and Brogy emphasize the importance of pride remaining untarnished.
  • p18Dorry and Brogy shout final advice to sail straight ahead.
  • p18Luffy agrees and waves goodbye to the giants.
  • p18Nami spots something ahead while the ship leaves the island.
  • p18The giants remain standing on the shore as the Merry departs.
  • p19A giant sea creature labeled Island-Devourer rises in front of the ship.
  • p19Dorry and Brogy prepare to fight the monster with their weapons.
  • p19The giants vow to clear a path in the name of Elbaf.

What is said, page by page

  • p0Voice from above orders replay of recording with commanding tone.
  • p0Marine replies affirmatively to superior's command.
  • p0Smoker summons Tashigi to listen to intercepted conversation.
  • p0Tashigi excitedly identifies Kashuu as skillful-grade sword and praises Grand Line reputation.
  • p1Title text declares Stand up-if ya wanna fight as chapter motif.
  • p2Title text repeats Stand up-if ya wanna fight as thematic statement.
  • p4Marine reports intercepted call and asks to play it back.
  • p4Tashigi nervously agrees to proceed with playback.
  • p4Smoker orders careful listening to conversation between two men.
  • p4Intercepted voice confirms mission completion with static interference.
  • p4Fragments mention Princess Vivi and Straw-Hat pirates.
  • p4Smoker notes four keywords from distant intercepted call.
  • p5Tashigi deduces that numbered agents indicate a secret criminal organization possibly linked to Mr. 0, with serious analytical mood.
  • p5Smoker questions Mr. 11 about the letter found in his pocket and accuses him of excessive guessing, in accusatory commanding tone.
  • p5Mr. 11 panics and denies knowledge of the letter while sweating, showing desperate defensive intent.
  • p6Smoker recalls Alabasta kingdom in coup d'état and missing princess Vivi while smoking, in reflective tone.
  • p6Tashigi wonders if Straw Hat Pirates connect to the criminal organization, showing investigative curiosity.
  • p6Tashigi orders request for eternal pose as next step, with decisive leadership mood.
  • p6Smoker states the organization is their only current lead on Straw Hats, in pragmatic tone.
  • p7Dorry laughs loudly about forgotten bounties on their heads, in jovial booming tone.
  • p7Brogy offers thanks to the little ones for previous help, showing grateful mood.
  • p7Nami yells at Miss Valentine not to speak further while hitting her, in angry commanding tone.
  • p7Miss Valentine admits the agents came to the island because of her fault, with resigned expression.
  • p8Nami reassures Vivi that nobody blames her for anything, in warm supportive tone.
  • p8Vivi questions the sudden appearance of food while others offer senbei, showing confusion.
  • p8Sanji laughs about Usopp's excited eyeballs while hearts appear in his eyes, in playful teasing mood.
  • p8Nami calls the group idiots and agrees to start the party, with exasperated yet cheerful intent.
  • p9Sanji shouts Nami and Vivi names with hearts, joyful and dramatic intent during arrival.
  • p9Usopp and Luffy react in shock at Sanji appearing now, surprised mood.
  • p9Nami calls out in relief that the group is safe, happy context.
  • p9Sanji replies flirtatiously to Nami with hearts, admiring tone.
  • p9Nami questions how Sanji knows about Mr. 3, confused intent.
  • p9Igaram demands what the hell that is, alarmed mood.
  • p9Someone accuses the fleeing figure of being Mr. 3, urgent context.
  • p10Nami recounts past conversation where she told someone they were dead, explanatory mood.
  • p10Nami states the enemy mistook her for Mr. 3, clarifying context.
  • p10Vivi realizes Nami spoke with Mr. 0, worried realization.
  • p10Vivi expresses concern they cannot leave the island yet, frustrated intent.
  • p10Group reacts with collective shock and confusion sounds.
  • p10Nami mentions obtaining something from the enemy, explanatory tone.
  • p11Igaram announces Eternal Pose to Alabasta, proud and triumphant mood.
  • p11Crew cheers they can set sail, excited intent.
  • p11Sanji admits he did not expect such happiness, pleased tone.
  • p11Nami thanks Sanji while hugging him, grateful context.
  • p11Luffy suggests holding a senbei party now, cheerful mood.
  • p11Nami insists they cannot stay here forever, urgent tone.
  • p11Usopp warns it is time to set sail, serious captain address.
  • p12Usopp boasts about catching a large rhino, proud mood.
  • p12Luffy confirms he won the hunting contest, confident tone.
  • p12Luffy reminds Usopp about the ongoing hunting contest, casual intent.
  • p12Usopp questions if a rhino can be eaten, surprised context.
  • p12Dorry and Brogy react to the word contest with confusion.
  • p12Luffy announces the crew is leaving now and addresses the giants, excited farewell.
  • p13Dorry expresses regret they cannot host longer and wishes Vivi's country safety with calm giant tone.
  • p13Vivi replies with simple thanks while facing the giants.
  • p13Brogy comments that the crew seems busy with amused giant expression.
  • p13Usopp promises to visit Elbaf someday while waving back at the giants with excited tone.
  • p13Giants respond with encouragement and jokes about future meetings and not dying again.
  • p14Dorry states they cannot leave the crew to fend alone because a monster lives in the western seas.
  • p14Brogy notes their friends are setting sail with reflective tone.
  • p14Dorry affirms the axe is the one he has used for over a hundred years.
  • p14Brogy concludes it is the end for his axe and Dorry's sword.
  • p14Dorry dismisses concern over his wounds as nothing serious.
  • p14Both giants declare their decision to act for the crew's sake with no regrets.
  • p15Usopp insists his rhino catch is larger during the nose-to-nose argument.
  • p15Sanji counters that his lizard is clearly bigger.
  • p15Nami orders both to stop arguing with sharp tone.
  • p15Luffy comments that both animals look tasty from off-panel.
  • p15Zoro states he could not care less about the contest.
  • p15Usopp asks Nami to confirm his catch is bigger.
  • p15Sanji agrees with Nami's wish in exaggerated manner.
  • p15Nami declares it is time to set sail and end the bickering.
  • p16Crew discusses exiting the island via the western river route.
  • p16Luffy asks if they should have packed more meat.
  • p16Nami warns against overloading the ship with more meat.
  • p16Luffy shouts upon spotting the giants on the riverbank.
  • p16Igaram states the giants have come to see them off.
  • p17Unseen voice warns the crew not to reach the next island that lies straight ahead.
  • p17Unseen voice explains the main reason why small visitors come to the island.
  • p17Luffy reacts with shock upon seeing the giant flag.
  • p17Dorry and Brogy state that the crew risked their lives to keep the giants' pride untarnished.
  • p18Brogy urges the crew to trust them and sail straight ahead no matter what.
  • p18Dorry vows not to let the crew's flag of pride be tarnished.
  • p18Luffy shouts to sail straight ahead and says farewell.
  • p18Nami cries out to look up ahead.
  • p18Giants call out to meet again one day in the future.
  • p19Dorry vows to clear a path for the ship.
  • p19Brogy declares the action is in the name of Elbaf.
  • p19The giants address the approaching Island-Devourer saying it has come.
  • p19Large rumbling SFX accompanies the monster's appearance.