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One Piece Chapter 163: Yuba, Base of the Rebel Forces

What happens in chapter 163

The Straw Hats reach Yuba as a sandstorm hits and find the oasis buried under dunes. An old man named Toto tells them the rebel forces have already left for Katorea. Toto recognizes Vivi, hugs her, and begs her to stop the rebels while declaring his faith in the king.

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  1. p.1A massive sandstorm strikes the desert town of Yuba.
  2. p.9Guards physically discipline Toto on Cobra's order.
  3. p.16The gang expresses surprise that previously knocked-out children are now active.
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Chapter title page reading “Chapter 162 Yuba, Base of the Rebel Forces”. Two men stand face to face in the foreground, one wearing a long black coat with large circular patterns and a wide hat, the other in a black jacket and vertically striped pants, their wrists connected by a chain. A crowd of onlookers in hats and dark clothing gathers below them against a backdrop of domed buildings and a large flag. At the bottom, text reads “JANGO'S DANCE PARADISE VOL. 29 'CRIME, FRIENDSHIP, AND DUTY'”.
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A massive sandstorm rages across the desert, palm trees bent violently and sand whipping through the air. Large onomatopoeia “ゴォオオオ” dominates the sky. Vivi stares in shock from the right, shouting “IT'S A SAND-STORM!”. Below, a wide view of Yuba shows buildings half-buried in swirling sand as another voice cries “YUBA'S BEING HIT BY A SAND-STORM!”. On the far right, several figures including a camel rider react with surprise, one exclaiming “!!I”.
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The group arrives at the Yuba oasis under a bright moon. A cloaked townsman with a shovel greets them: “Travellers, ehI...Well then, you must be awfully tired.” Vivi reacts with shock “!!” and “Oh my god...”. The oasis is revealed to be dried up, palm trees withered. Luffy yells in panic “Where's the water!I Wasn't this supposed to be an oasis town, ViviI”. Townspeople note “Frankly speaking, there ain't much a difference between here and that abandoned town Elumalu!” and “What a mess...!”. Vivi murmurs “It's swallowed the oasis up! Look at all this sand...”.
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Townsman Toto, labeled on a sign, speaks to the group while gripping his shovel. He says “We've got plenty of inns & rooms to spare... That's one of the things Yuba's known for. But you folks still ought to rest here for the night.” Vivi grabs her hood and asks “Excuse me, but I heard the rebel forces were using this town as a base. Is that tr-”. Toto reacts with surprise “You have business with the rebelsI” as the others watch from the background.
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An old man in a black cloak suddenly hurls a barrel and smashes objects in a violent outburst. A shocked voice yells, "AHHHHH! W-WHAT'S WITH THIS OLD MAN FLIPPING OUT ALL OF A SUDDENI" while another warns, "DON'T TELL ME YOU'RE ANOTHER BUNCH OF DEGENERATES THAT WANT TO JOIN THE REBELS!" The scene shifts to a vast desert at night under a full moon. A lone cloaked figure kneels in the sand before ruined buildings as narration states, "Are no longer in this town...!" and "Those fools..." In the final panel a group reacts in shock, one man shouting "IT CAN'T BE!" while another yells "WHAT!"
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The cloaked elder continues speaking while digging in the sand: "This town's been regularly hit by sandstorms! And because of that, the oasis is now in the sorry state you see before you." He adds, "You saw the sandstorm just now, didn't you... Well, let me tell you that sandstorm wasn't the first one this town's had... Ever since the drought started 3 years ago, trade caravans have since stopped coming here, and the rebels realized they couldn't hold out any longer, so they relocated to Katorea and set up their main base there." Luffy, still hooded, reacts with surprise as Vivi's voice questions, "Vivi...I Did you say Vivi just now...I" The group stares toward the distant town of Nanohana while someone asks, "Why, where's that, ViviI"
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Toto stares in disbelief at the hooded girl and asks, "ViviI Princess Vivi, is that really you...I" She snaps, "Umm... No, I'm not... SHUT UP! S-SHE'S NOT PRINCESS VIVI IF THAT'S WHAT YOU'RE THINKING!" Close-ups show Vivi gasping, Toto's wide-eyed recognition, and Vivi smiling while saying, "I'm so glad to see you're still alive! It's me! Don't you recognize meI Guess I can't blame you, I did lose quite a bit of weight..." Toto, tears streaming, declares, "Vivi... I still believe... I still believe in the king! He's not the type that could ever betray his country and subjects...!" Luffy watches silently as Toto asks, "Is that you, TotoI"
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Toto pleads in the desert, "PLEASE! YOU HAVE TO STOP THEM...! THOSE REBELS ARE ALL OUT OF THEIR MINDS!" A framed panel reads "Alubarna, 11 years ago" as young Toto tells young Vivi, "...Vivi, you better grow up to be a good princess! YOU'RE THE ONLY ONE WHO CAN!" Vivi answers, "Toto..." The final panel shows the present-day village boy Kouza shouting, "The town dried up...! WHY DIDN'T YOU HELP US!I"
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In the palace hall the king sits with a stern expression. "Even as a king, there's nothing I can do about it," he states. "I'm afraid the weather is the domain of gods." A messenger rushes in and kneels. "YOUR MAJESTY! A MAN CALLING HIMSELF AS THIS BOY'S FATHER HAS JUST ENTERED THE PALACE!" Toto, the village boy's father, throws himself to the floor before the throne. "I ACCEPT FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR HIS ACTIONS SO PLEASE PUNISH ME AS YOUR MAJESTY SEES FIT! FORGIVE THE INSOLENCE MY MANNERLESS SON HAS SHOWN, YOUR MAJESTY!" A caption identifies him: "The village boy's father, Toto."
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The king leans forward. "You said your name is Toto, correct...I" "Yes, your majesty!" he replies. Guards strike the prostrate man as the king continues, "In the meanwhile, they are permitted to move here to the capital and think about what to do with their lives from now on. The state will provision all homeless villagers affected by the recent drought." Koza bursts in shouting, "I SAID COME BACK! YOU THINK THAT'S SUDDENLY GONNA FIX EVERYTHINGI YOU DON'T HAVE A CLUE HOW THE VILLAGERS FEEL!" A retainer answers, "Your majesty's benevolence! We are grateful from the bottom of our hearts!"
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The king smiles faintly. "That means he came all the way here to speak with me for their sake. That's a good son you've raised there. He said 'how the villagers feel' just now." Toto answers nervously, "Y-yes, your majesty!I" Vivi appears in the corridor with a stern glare. "What did you call me, pipsqueakI" "Crybaby!" she snaps back. Elsewhere Igaram confronts a retainer. "YOU FOOL! Wring out the money from the royal family's personal spendings if you have to!" The king sits and replies, "As you wish..."
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A panicked voice cries, "PRINCESS VIVI HAS BEEN...!" Vivi stands with a swollen eye and answers flatly, "...And I lost. I got in a fight." Igaram and the king react in shock. "IGARAM, CALM DOWN! HOW DARE THAT BRAT HARM THIS KINGDOM'S PRINCESS! VIVI!" Toto drops to his knees again. "I SHALL COMMIT RITUAL SUICIDE TO ATONE FOR HIS SINS! PLEASE FORGIVE MY SON, YOUR MAJESTY!"
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In a tense close-up, a sweating man with a fierce glare snaps, "It's nothing but a kids' fight, that's all!" Nearby, two figures clash violently as one delivers a powerful "DOUBLE KING CHOP!" while another yells, "CALM DOWN, BOTH OF YOU!" The view widens to the grand capital city of Alubarna, its domes and towers rising under scattered clouds as citizens mill about the streets. In the outskirts of the city amid palm trees, a sudden brawl erupts with the shout, "IT'S A FIGHT!"
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A group of excited rebels cheers and pumps their fists. "Hey! Did you forget that Kouza's our leader!I" "You can do it, Vivi!" "Yeah, teach that bratty princess a lesson!" "Don't go easy on her 'cause she's the princess, Kouza!" Vivi stands opposite Kouza and declares, "If you win, pipsqueak! If I win, I'm your new leader!" Kouza replies firmly, "I'll have you know I've always been the leader back in my village." The two charge into combat with rapid strikes and impact effects as the crowd watches.
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Kouza places a hand on Vivi's shoulder and announces to the gang, "Listen up, guys! From today, Vivi's the vice-leader of our Sand-sand gang! Any complaints with thatI" Vivi smiles confidently. Elsewhere, Igaram and another man discuss the situation: "Yes... Vivi's got herself some new friends." "...Look, Igaram." "NOPE!" King Cobra appears in the distance as onlookers react, "King Cobra's here!" Igaram reflects, "That's the most important thing she can have! In order to govern Alabasta well in the future..."
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A villager reports, "He already left home. I'm guessing he's at the usual place right now." "If you're talking about Kouza, Is the leader hereI Good morning, Toto! Ma'am!" Toto smiles and chats with a woman carrying a basket: "Yes, it's proof of this country's peace... For a princess to freely go in and out of the homes of commoners... Haha... What an odd country this is..." Vivi waves, "Yeah! Thanks again! Vivi, will you be having lunch with usI" King Cobra suddenly arrives, startling everyone. "Y-YOU'VE COME TOO!I" "YOUR MAJESTY...!I" He shuffles awkwardly, "Well, I... I can't help it as a concerned father!" Igaram offers, "No, no, I'm fine. I packed myself a little something for the day already. Umm... Do you want lunch as well, IgaramI"
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A man in a polka-dot outfit glances back and asks, "Heading out somewhere, are yaI Mind if we accompany yaI" Nearby, another figure calls out, "Hey there, princess." Palace guards plead desperately, "Please, your majesty! Please return to the palace! This is no place for a king!" as a shocked voice cries "WHAT!" A young boy with a spotted shirt spots the commotion and shouts, "Leader! Guys! What's going onI" The gang reacts in surprise: "WHAT!I I THOUGHT WE KNOCKED THESE KIDS OUT ALREADY!" They charge forward yelling "ATTACK, SAND-SAND GANG!" with loud SFX "わあっ!!" and "がしっ!!" In a dramatic close-up, a wide-eyed man in a hat warns urgently, "THESE GUYS ARE TRYING TO TAKE YOU AWAY! VIVI, RUN FOR IT!"
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One Piece Chapter 163: Yuba, Base of the Rebel Forces

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Chapter 163 summary

The Straw Hats reach Yuba as a sandstorm hits and find the oasis buried under dunes. An old man named Toto tells them the rebel forces have already left for Katorea. Toto recognizes Vivi, hugs her, and begs her to stop the rebels while declaring his faith in the king. A flashback opens eleven years earlier in Alubarna, where young Kouza confronts King Cobra over the drought and young Vivi challenges Kouza to a fight. Cobra promises aid to the affected villagers while Toto apologizes for his son. Vivi and Kouza settle their fight and form the Sand-sand gang, with Vivi as vice-leader. Later, the gang rushes in to rescue Vivi from two men attempting to kidnap her.

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Key facts in chapter 163

  • p0Page is the title page for Chapter 162 Yuba, Base of the Rebel Forces.
  • p1A massive sandstorm strikes the desert town of Yuba.
  • p2The Yuba oasis has completely dried up.
  • p3Townsman Toto is the one speaking with the group in Yuba.
  • p4Old man in black cloak smashes objects in violent outburst.
  • p4Scene shifts to vast desert at night under full moon.
  • p4Cloaked figure kneels before ruined buildings.
  • p5Drought started three years ago.
  • p5Rebels relocated main base to Katorea.
  • p5Trade caravans stopped coming to the town.
  • p6Toto recognizes Vivi despite her cloak and changed appearance.
  • p6Vivi admits she lost weight since last seen.
  • p7Flashback occurs in Alubarna eleven years ago.
  • p7Kouza is identified as the village boy.
  • p7Rebels are described as out of their minds by Toto.
  • p8Scene takes place inside Alubarna palace hall.
  • p8Toto is identified as the father of the village boy.
  • p9Koza enters the palace hall during the audience.
  • p9Guards physically discipline Toto on Cobra's order.
  • p10Vivi appears in the palace corridor.
  • p10Igaram discusses funding solutions with a retainer.
  • p11Vivi has a visible swollen eye from a fight.
  • p11Toto repeats his offer of atonement.
  • p12Alubarna is shown as the capital city with distinctive domed architecture.
  • p12A fight erupts among rebels in the outskirts of Alubarna.
  • p13Vivi and Kouza engage in direct combat to decide gang leadership.
  • p13Rebel gang members support Kouza against Vivi.
  • p14Vivi is appointed vice-leader of the Sand-sand gang by Kouza.
  • p14King Cobra arrives at the location where Vivi and the gang are gathered.
  • p15Toto discusses Kouza with local villagers.
  • p15King Cobra visits the area where Vivi is interacting with townspeople.
  • p16Sand-Sand Gang members confront Vivi and allies outside the palace in a desert area.
  • p16Palace guards attempt to escort the king back to safety during the encounter.
  • p16A young spotted-shirt boy alerts the group to the sudden gang appearance.
  • p16The gang expresses surprise that previously knocked-out children are now active.
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  • p0Title page composition with large chapter text at top center.
  • p0Two men stand face to face in foreground with wrists chained together.
  • p0Man on left wears long black coat with large circular patterns and wide hat.
  • p0Man on right wears black jacket and vertically striped pants.
  • p0Crowd of onlookers in hats and dark clothing gathered below the two men.
  • p0Background shows domed buildings and a large flag on a pole.
  • p0Bottom text banner reads JANGO'S DANCE PARADISE VOL. 29 'CRIME, FRIENDSHIP, AND DUTY'.
  • p0Sky with simple clouds and open composition above the duel stance.
  • p1Massive sandstorm fills the panel with heavy swirling lines and bent palm trees.
  • p1Large onomatopoeia dominates the upper sky area.
  • p1Vivi shown in close-up with wide eyes, open mouth, sweat drops, and shocked expression.
  • p1Wide desert view of Yuba with buildings half-buried in sand.
  • p1Camel rider and several figures on the right react with surprise.
  • p1Speech bubbles placed on left and right sides of the storm scene.
  • p1Strong wind lines and flying debris emphasize the storm intensity.
  • p2Night scene under a bright moon with withered palm trees and dried oasis bed.
  • p2Cloaked townsman with shovel greets the group on the left.
  • p2Vivi stands in shock with hood and wide eyes facing the dried oasis.
  • p2Luffy panics with arms raised and open mouth in the lower right group.
  • p2Background shows half-buried buildings and withered vegetation.
  • p2Multiple speech bubbles and large impact SFX around the dried riverbed.
  • p2Group of companions visible behind Luffy including striped-shirt figure.
  • p2Sign in upper right labels Kingdom of Alabasta, Yuba Oasis.
  • p3Close-up of townsman Toto with turban, mustache, and stern expression holding a shovel.
  • p3Vivi grabs her hood with a surprised look in a small panel.
  • p3Toto labeled with a sign in the lower right panel.
  • p3Background shows companions including Luffy and camel riders watching.
  • p3Sweat drops and motion lines around Toto when reacting to rebels mention.
  • p3Shovel held prominently in multiple panels as Toto's main accessory.
  • p3Group stands on sandy ground with buildings in the distance.
  • p4Old man in long dark cloak hurls barrel violently with motion lines and impact SFX.
  • p4Shocked wide-eyed man with open mouth and sweat drops reacts to outburst.
  • p4Night desert scene with full moon, sand dunes, and ruined stone buildings in background.
  • p4Lone cloaked figure kneels in sand facing ruined town under moonlight.
  • p4Group of hooded figures stand near camels in distant background.
  • p4Luffy in hooded cloak shows wide eyes and open mouth in shock.
  • p4Multiple characters display sweat drops and tense postures in final panel.
  • p4Large SFX lines emphasize sudden violent action in top panel.
  • p4Silhouetted buildings and figures create desolate ruined town atmosphere.
  • p5Elder in dark cloak digs in sand with shovel while speaking.
  • p5Sand particles fly from digging action with motion lines.
  • p5Desert town ruins and oasis depression visible in background.
  • p5Luffy in cloak points toward distant town with star-like emphasis.
  • p5Multiple hooded figures stand near damaged buildings and camels.
  • p5Close-up of Luffy's surprised face with wide eyes.
  • p5SFX dots and lines indicate ongoing speech and tension.
  • p5Background shows withered hanging plants and broken structures.
  • p6Toto stares in disbelief at hooded girl with wide eyes and sweat.
  • p6Vivi in cloak shows shocked expression with hand near face.
  • p6Close-up of Vivi's wide eyes and open mouth in gasp.
  • p6Toto's face shows tears and emotional recognition.
  • p6Vivi smiles while speaking with sweat drops visible.
  • p6Luffy watches scene with surprised expression.
  • p6Background shows desert town ruins and distant figures.
  • p6Toto's hand reaches forward in emotional gesture.
  • p6Multiple sweat drops and motion lines emphasize emotional reactions.
  • p7Silhouetted camel and group of figures stand on desert ridge at night.
  • p7Young Vivi and young Toto shown in flashback panel with Alubarna palace background.
  • p7Young Toto speaks with emphasis lines around his head.
  • p7Present-day Kouza appears with angry expression and sweat drops.
  • p7Large SFX dominates panel with Kouza shouting.
  • p7Kouza wears patterned vest and head covering.
  • p7Flashback frame labeled Alubarna 11 years ago.
  • p7Kouza's face shows intense anger with gritted teeth.
  • p8King Cobra close-up with stern furrowed brows, narrowed eyes, and serious mouth expression.
  • p8Large empty speech bubbles flanking Cobra's head in top panel.
  • p8Palace hall interior with striped curtains, arched doorway, and circular window motif.
  • p8Messenger kneeling on floor with arms forward in middle wide panel.
  • p8Toto labeled in caption as village boy's father, shown prostrating with sweat drops and wide desperate eyes.
  • p8Toto's headband and necklace visible during bow.
  • p8Multiple guards standing in background along hall walls.
  • p8SFX impact lines around Toto's head in bottom panel.
  • p8Throne visible at far end of hall with small seated figure.
  • p9Cobra leaning forward with serious expression in middle panel.
  • p9Toto struck by guards while still bowed on floor.
  • p9Koza bursting into hall with angry shouting expression and sweat.
  • p9Guards shown hitting Toto with impact SFX.
  • p9Palace architecture with lamps and striped curtains repeated.
  • p9Koza wearing headband and patterned coat.
  • p9Multiple small impact SFX around guards and Koza.
  • p9Cobra's long hair and coat visible in side profile.
  • p10Cobra smiling faintly while speaking about Koza.
  • p10Toto still kneeling with nervous sweat drops.
  • p10Vivi appearing in corridor with stern glare and clenched fist.
  • p10Igaram confronting retainer with angry expression.
  • p10Vivi shown with short hair and sleeveless top.
  • p10Retainer bowing before Cobra.
  • p10Small SFX lines near Vivi and retainer.
  • p10Cobra seated on throne with relaxed posture.
  • p11Vivi standing with swollen black eye and flat expression.
  • p11Vivi shown with sweat drop and sniffle SFX.
  • p11Igaram and Cobra reacting with shocked open mouths.
  • p11Toto again prostrating and offering ritual suicide.
  • p11Large SFX text behind Vivi.
  • p11Igaram shown with goggles and patterned coat.
  • p11Cobra sweating with wide eyes.
  • p11Toto's desperate face with sweat and open mouth.
  • p11Palace corridor background with arches.
  • p12Sweating angry man with fierce glare, gritted teeth, and sweat drops in tight close-up panel.
  • p12Large impact SFX and motion lines around two clashing figures during DOUBLE KING CHOP attack.
  • p12Wide establishing shot of Alubarna capital showing multiple domes, towers, and scattered clouds.
  • p12Citizens walking and standing in city streets with varied clothing and headwear.
  • p12Label box identifying the scene as The Capital, Alubarna.
  • p12Outskirts panel with palm trees and open ground near city walls.
  • p12Crowd of figures in background of outskirts brawl with raised arms and motion lines.
  • p12SFX placement emphasizing sudden fight outbreak in lower panel.
  • p12Man in patterned coat visible among city crowd on right side.
  • p12Man in striped pants standing near architecture in city view.
  • p13Group of excited rebels cheering with raised fists and open mouths in upper panels.
  • p13Vivi standing opposite Kouza with determined expression and hands clasped.
  • p13Kouza with arms crossed and serious posture facing Vivi.
  • p13Large impact SFX and motion lines during rapid combat exchange.
  • p13Crowd of rebels watching the fight from background with varied expressions.
  • p13Palm trees and distant domes visible behind the duel area.
  • p13Vivi wearing checkered dress with circular patterns.
  • p13Kouza wearing long dark coat and head covering.
  • p13Multiple vertical panels showing successive strike impacts.
  • p14Kouza placing hand on Vivi's shoulder while announcing her new role.
  • p14Vivi smiling confidently beside Kouza.
  • p14Igaram and another man observing from shaded area with serious expressions.
  • p14King Cobra appearing in distant background among crowd.
  • p14Onlookers reacting with surprise to King Cobra's arrival.
  • p14Igaram shown in close-up with swirling hair pattern and intense gaze.
  • p14Speech bubbles and large SFX dominating upper panel composition.
  • p14Palm trees and rocky terrain in background of observation scene.
  • p14Crowd of villagers gathered near low wall in lower panels.
  • p15Toto smiling while speaking with woman carrying basket in village setting.
  • p15Vivi waving goodbye near palm trees and simple buildings.
  • p15King Cobra suddenly appearing and startling the group with dramatic motion lines.
  • p15Woman in polka-dot dress holding basket in foreground.
  • p15Igaram shown with sweat drops and surprised posture.
  • p15King Cobra in ornate coat and headpiece bowing slightly.
  • p15Small panel showing distant figure walking away.
  • p15Villagers reacting with shock and movement lines around Cobra.
  • p15Background village architecture with palm trees and open paths.
  • p16Polka-dot patterned coat on Sand-Sand Gang member viewed from back with spiky hair and sweat drops.
  • p16Large dark silhouette figure with topknot hairstyle facing away from viewer.
  • p16Palm trees and sandy ground visible in background establishing desert location.
  • p16Small distant figure with question mark above head running toward group.
  • p16Young boy with spotted shirt and light hair showing wide eyes and open mouth in surprise.
  • p16Multiple gang members in patterned outfits charging forward with motion lines and dust clouds.
  • p16Close-up of sweating angry man in hat with wide eyes, gritted teeth, and intense expression.
  • p16Shouting guard figures with outstretched arms in upper right panel.
  • p16Exclamation marks and impact SFX scattered across panels indicating sudden alarm.
  • p16Vivi partially visible in lower panel with motion lines suggesting flight or retreat.
  • p16Gang members wearing spotted and striped clothing during forward charge.
  • p16Foreground emphasis on shouting man's face with sweat and shading for urgency.

Theories built on chapter 163

Arabasta arc

  1. 1608 o'clock at Spider's Café
  2. 161The Green City, Elumalu
  3. 162Adventure in the Country of Sand
  4. 163Yuba, Base of the Rebel Forces
  5. 164Love My Country
  6. 165Flavor of Sand.
  7. 166Luffy vs. Vivi

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