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One Piece chapter 158: Docking at Alabasta — what is in it

Arabasta arc · 21 pages · 20 characters

Key facts in this chapter

  • p0Chapter 158 opens with full-page illustration of horned swordsman standing over fallen blond man.
  • p1Straw Hats arrive at Nanohana shore overlooking the city.
  • p2Mr. 3's ship crashes ashore near Nanohana.
  • p3Smoker and Ace confront each other inside a Nanohana restaurant.
  • p4Luffy detects a strange smell on the street.
  • p4A restaurant named in the scene is the destination Luffy identifies.
  • p4Ace is eating a meal inside the restaurant while speaking.
  • p4Ace wears a black hat and has a visible arm tattoo.
  • p5Ace produces flames and smoke from his body during confrontation.
  • p5Ace kicks Luffy with enough force to launch him backward.
  • p5The kick creates a large explosion of debris and motion.
  • p6Luffy smashes through the restaurant wall and ceiling upon re-entry.
  • p6The restaurant name is Spice Bean.
  • p6Patrons inside react with panic to the destruction.
  • p7Ace leaves the restaurant after the incident.
  • p7A small black device is used by Ace outside.
  • p7Turbaned man recognizes Luffy upon close view.
  • p8Luffy is eating at a restaurant counter when interrupted.
  • p8Smoker breaks through the restaurant wall to confront Luffy.
  • p9Smoker reveals his rank and name to Luffy.
  • p9Luffy recognizes Smoker and attempts to escape.
  • p10Luffy flees through Alabasta streets while pursued.
  • p10Smoker and Tashigi enter the scene via wall destruction.
  • p11Tashigi receives orders via den den mushi on a street in Alabasta.
  • p11Tashigi joins the chase after Luffy on Smoker's command.
  • p12Smoker uses smoke-based attack named White Snake.
  • p12Tashigi identifies the fight as between devil fruit users.
  • p12Marines are ordered to scour the city for Strawhat crew.
  • p13Crew is wearing dancer disguises purchased in Nanohana.
  • p13Nami and Vivi outfits resemble exotic dancers rather than civilians.
  • p14Nanohana is famous for its perfumes.
  • p14Crew disguises are compared unfavorably to the women's outfits by locals.
  • p15Next destination is oasis town Yuba used as rebel base.
  • p15Goal is to stop rebel forces before they rampage.
  • p15Marines are present in the port town area.
  • p16Confrontation occurs on a busy town street.
  • p16Luffy initiates direct attack on a specific target.
  • p16Straw Hat crew is present and reacting to the scene.
  • p17Luffy uses a named fist technique against smoke opponent.
  • p17Opponent counters with a heat-based smoke ability.
  • p17Direct combat continues without interruption.
  • p18Portgas D. Ace appears on the scene.
  • p18Ace uses flame powers in the confrontation.
  • p18Luffy reacts with recognition to Ace's presence.

What is said, page by page

  • p0Caption states JANGO'S DANCE PARADISE VOL. 25 THE FRAGILE FANG CALLED JUSTICE in bold lettering at bottom.
  • p1Group discusses difficulty finding Luffy in large city of Nanohana.
  • p1Sanji states Luffy will be at the source of any trouble.
  • p1Nami suggests searching the noisiest part of town.
  • p1Usopp agrees with laughter.
  • p1Vivi proposes eating first before continuing search.
  • p2Nami identifies the crashed ship as belonging to Mr. 3.
  • p2Nami notes the ship requires Doru doru fruit power to operate.
  • p2Mr. 3 reacts with surprise that someone survived.
  • p3Patrons discuss Smoker's fame and connection to Whitebeard pirates.
  • p3Spotted figure asks what is wanted from him.
  • p3Smoker apologizes during standoff.
  • p3Ace orders Smoker to surrender without resistance.
  • p3Smoker refuses the order.
  • p4Luffy reacts with surprise and curiosity to an unfamiliar scent while sniffing the air intensely.
  • p4Luffy excitedly spots and points out a restaurant ahead during movement through the street.
  • p4Ace calmly advises looking the other way and states he is already pursuing another pirate target.
  • p4Ace dismisses interest in Luffy's head while continuing to eat.
  • p5Ace declares Luffy a pirate and asserts his stance as a marine while flames erupt.
  • p5Turbaned man calmly invites Luffy to demonstrate his strength.
  • p5Luffy expresses shock and pain while being kicked through the air.
  • p6Luffy shouts with excitement upon crashing into the restaurant and declares hunger.
  • p6Turbaned man nervously warns Luffy to flee the situation.
  • p6Luffy demands food loudly from restaurant staff after landing.
  • p6Luffy praises the restaurant food quality from outside the building.
  • p7Ace politely apologizes for intruding during the meal amid rubble.
  • p7Luffy angrily questions the identity of the attacker.
  • p7Ace activates a small device labeled LIGHT while walking away.
  • p7Turbaned man begins to call out Luffy's name in shocked recognition.
  • p8Smoker shouts 'STRAW-HAAAT!' upon spotting Luffy with furious intent.
  • p8Smoker questions Luffy's presence with 'So you did come to this country, after all...' in a confrontational mood.
  • p9Smoker introduces himself as 'A captain at the Marine HQ. My name's Smoker' in a stern tone.
  • p9Luffy blurts muffled recognition 'YOU'RE THAT SMOKE-DUDE!' while eating.
  • p9Smoker shouts 'WHAT'RE YOU DOING HERE!?' with surprise and anger.
  • p9Luffy yells 'WAAAIT!' in panic while fleeing.
  • p10Luffy thinks 'JUST GOTTA RUN FOR IT!' and 'DAMMIT, NONE OF MY ATTACKS WORK ON THAT GUY!'.
  • p10Unknown figure calls 'IT'S ME! WAIT UP, LUFFY!'.
  • p10Tashigi reacts with 'UGH!' to the crash.
  • p10Restaurant owner shouts 'TASHIGI!!!' in alarm.
  • p11Tashigi speaks into den den mushi 'Yes, captain? Do you need a towel? It sure is hot in this country, isn-'.
  • p11Crowd shouts 'STOP HIM! IT'S STRAW-HAT!'.
  • p11Tashigi responds 'Y-YES, SIR!' while drawing sword.
  • p11Luffy yells 'STRAWHAT?' while running.
  • p12Tashigi urgently orders marines to arrest Strawhat crew after spotting devil fruit battle, commanding tone from above.
  • p12Marine subordinate responds affirmatively to Tashigi's orders.
  • p12Smoker mutters HMPH while charging forward with smoke powers.
  • p13Nami expresses delight at the dancer-style outfits in cheerful mood.
  • p13Sanji enthusiastically reassures the disguises are acceptable while reacting with hearts.
  • p13Narration identifies location as outskirts of port city Nanohana.
  • p14Sanji asks Chopper what is wrong.
  • p14Local man comments that crew outfits make them look like bandits compared to the women.
  • p14Chopper notes Nanohana's famous perfumes and reacts to strong scent.
  • p14Chopper complains his nose feels like it is tearing from pungent smell.
  • p15Nami asks Vivi for next destination after supplies are gathered.
  • p15Vivi states plan to head to Yuba oasis town to stop rebel forces.
  • p15Hooded figure notices marines nearby with alarm.
  • p15Urgent call to get down as explosion occurs.
  • p16Hooded observer notes possible pirate arrival in calm speculative tone.
  • p16Luffy accuses target with explosive rage and forward momentum.
  • p16Crew member orders allies to stand down while identifying approaching group.
  • p16Shocked crew member yells about the rest of the enemy crew appearing.
  • p16Zoro is called out by name amid the sudden group recognition.
  • p17Luffy declares he will not allow escape during aggressive pursuit.
  • p17Smoke user activates technique creating defensive haze.
  • p17Luffy tells opponent to stop resisting.
  • p17Smoke man recognizes Luffy with focused stare.
  • p18New arrival states his fire ability counters smoke powers.
  • p18New arrival notes a match between abilities would be pointless.
  • p18New arrival remarks Luffy has not changed.
  • p18Luffy recognizes the man as ACE with extreme shock.