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One Piece chapter 164: Love My Country — what is in it

Arabasta arc · 20 pages · 20 characters

Key facts in this chapter

  • p0Chapter 164 titled Love My Country opens in Marine HQ courtroom.
  • p0Unidentified cloaked figure faces three Marine officials during hanging decision.
  • p1Vivi encounters armed rebels on sandy shore near palm trees.
  • p1Rebels attempt to capture Vivi for ransom during chaotic confrontation.
  • p2Rebels fight to protect Vivi from striped headband leader and guards.
  • p2Additional guards arrive increasing threat to Vivi and rebels.
  • p3Vivi escapes toward ruins while rebels are defeated on beach.
  • p3Children witness aftermath of attack on Vivi and rebels.
  • p4Vivi is hiding in a ruined desert city while being pursued.
  • p4Spiky-haired swordsman in polka-dot coat attempts to capture Vivi.
  • p4A small creature is present near Vivi during the confrontation.
  • p5Robed club fighter intervenes to protect Vivi from the swordsman.
  • p5Vivi claims leadership of the Sand-Sand Gang during the standoff.
  • p6Robed fighter is slashed and injured while defending Vivi.
  • p6Vivi reacts with tears and horror to the injury of her defender.
  • p7Robed fighter is defeated and sent flying by the swordsman's upward slash.
  • p7The robed fighter's club is broken and separated during the attack.
  • p8Scene occurs in a ruined stone plaza with embedded sword and rubble.
  • p8Headbanded youth is seized by the striped-robed rebel after the leader is downed.
  • p9Igaram physically attacks the headbanded youth to protect Vivi.
  • p9Pell and Chaka arrive at the ruined plaza during the confrontation.
  • p10Igaram and another figure stand on a large turtle-like creature.
  • p10Igaram directs Chaka and Pell to summon medical help and the Sand-Sand gang.
  • p11Flashback occurs inside a grand hall with pillars and formal attendees.
  • p11Koza repeats the vow to die protecting Vivi, triggering Vivi's tears.
  • p12Conversation occurs inside Alabasta palace hall with city visible through window.
  • p12Koza directly references his actions taken for Vivi.
  • p12Igaram acknowledges both Vivi's youth and royal status in the same statement.
  • p13Scene transitions from palace balcony at sunset to interior corridor.
  • p13Igaram expresses lifelong loyalty to the royal family.
  • p13Discussion centers on Vivi's suitability as future ruler.
  • p14Yuba is described as an uninhabited oasis in Western Alabasta.
  • p14Toto's father accepted an offer from the king to found a new town.
  • p14Vivi reacts with surprise to the mention of Yuba and Toto.
  • p15Toto decides to travel to Yuba to help found the new town.
  • p15Igaram formally accepts responsibility for the new settlement from Vivi.
  • p15Departure scene occurs at palace entrance with onlookers present.
  • p16Koza is departing from Vivi in a desert town square
  • p16Vivi remains behind in the town after Koza leaves
  • p16The town shows signs of drought lasting three years
  • p17Rebels are low on supplies and preparing a decisive attack
  • p17Koza is addressing concerned townspeople in the square
  • p18Katorea Oasis Town serves as the current main base of the rebels
  • p18Koza rests inside a tent at the rebel camp
  • p18Rebels have obtained additional weapons recently

What is said, page by page

  • p0Caption states decision at Marine HQ court is hanging, setting formal judgment mood.
  • p0Large lettering "KO N...!" signals dramatic announcement or verdict delivery.
  • p1Voice urges Vivi to hurry up and run with warning they will kill her.
  • p1Rebel states they only want ransom money and will not kill her.
  • p1Striped headband leader laughs reassuringly that they won't kill Vivi.
  • p1Vivi reacts with shock and denial in close-up panel.
  • p2Leader roars for princess to come to him while lunging.
  • p2Rebels declare they will die protecting Vivi if necessary.
  • p2Rebels affirm they will not hand Vivi over.
  • p2Leader mocks arriving guards as useless twerps.
  • p2Rebel notices another guard arriving with alarm.
  • p3Pursuers yell not to let Vivi reach ruins and to chase her.
  • p3Vivi screams in panic while fleeing.
  • p3Large-headed figure questions what happened at the scene.
  • p3Fallen rebel explains bad grown-ups tried to take Vivi away.
  • p3Another fallen rebel urges to tell what happened and mentions Kouza.
  • p4Distant pursuers shout orders to keep searching the area for the escaped girl.
  • p4Vivi internally notes the hiding spot with realization and tension.
  • p4Spiky-haired swordsman taunts Vivi while declaring intent to kidnap her calmly.
  • p4Unseen voice yells for the attacker to stop immediately during the lunge.
  • p5Vivi shouts defiance at the swordsman while invoking the Sand-Sand Gang.
  • p5Robed fighter urges Vivi to run while swinging club in defense.
  • p5Spiky-haired swordsman warns against angering adults and demands the girl.
  • p5Small creature reacts with surprise at the revealed knife.
  • p5Swordsman mutters in confusion while turning toward the robed fighter.
  • p5Robed fighter declares the threat does not scare him.
  • p6Vivi cries out that they will die protecting her and begs the leader to stop.
  • p6Spiky-haired swordsman asks if the boy has ever been cut before attacking.
  • p6Robed fighter pants repeatedly from exhaustion during the fight.
  • p6Swordsman notes that being cut hurts after landing the blow.
  • p7Robed fighter screams in pain while being launched backward by the slash.
  • p7Swordsman delivers the finishing blow with visible force.
  • p8Woman with pigtails cries out calling the fallen man leader in panic and distress.
  • p8Fallen leader groans in pain with weak exclamation.
  • p8Striped-robed man growls intent to kill the headbanded youth quickly to end the fight.
  • p8Background rebel notes that the youth knocked out their boss in surprise.
  • p8Striped-robed man snarls command to seize the headbanded youth.
  • p9Igaram roars in rage at the rebels for daring to touch his daughter.
  • p9Youth cries out in pain from the impact.
  • p9Igaram continues shouting about protecting his precious daughter.
  • p9Vivi tearfully asks if the princess is hurt anywhere.
  • p9Princess replies weakly calling out to father and Igaram.
  • p9Pell demands to know what the two are doing at the scene.
  • p10Voice questions what brings the king far from his palace.
  • p10Reply states they should ask the same question of the other party.
  • p10Group begs the king to stay back from the danger.
  • p10Igaram comments that the children are brave.
  • p10Vivi agrees with Igaram.
  • p10Igaram orders Chaka and Pell to fetch a doctor and Sand-Sand gang members.
  • p10Vivi states she will bring a doctor immediately to treat Kouza.
  • p11Koza recalls past words about dying to protect Vivi if necessary.
  • p11Companion denies the exact wording of the past statement.
  • p11Another companion admits fear due to knives during the event.
  • p11Vivi in flashback expresses how scary the situation was.
  • p11Koza in present shouts the vow to die protecting Vivi if needed.
  • p11Vivi begs Koza not to say something as scary as dying.
  • p12Stern long-haired man comments that Vivi feared losing friends most, reflective and observational mood.
  • p12Bandaged man states Vivi is their friend so his actions were natural, calm and matter-of-fact tone.
  • p12Stern man praises Koza's actions as commendable while noting Vivi remains both girl and princess, formal thankful intent.
  • p12Background voice notes the next Alabasta generation led by children appears dependable, neutral observational mood.
  • p13Voice reflects that rulers must make harsh decisions and worries Vivi is too kind, concerned tone.
  • p13Igaram admits slight personal worry about Vivi, hesitant mood.
  • p13Igaram affirms Alabasta is fine as it is with gentle smile, reassuring intent.
  • p13Elder responds affirmatively to Igaram in corridor, supportive tone.
  • p13Igaram declares he will accompany the majesty until the end of his life, resolute and loyal mood.
  • p14Vivi softly speaks the name Yuba while standing alone, contemplative mood.
  • p14Turbaned man explains Yuba is currently uninhabited and references past conversation between fathers, informative excited tone.
  • p14Turbaned man states his father accepted the king's offer to start a town at Yuba, proud delivery.
  • p14Turbaned man imagines happy people and notes Yuba's ideal location for travelers and merchants, enthusiastic mood.
  • p15Toto declares he still wants to build the new town with his own hands despite difficulty, determined tone.
  • p15Toto notes his father suggested he stay but he chose to go anyway, explanatory mood.
  • p15Vivi asks if Toto is leaving as well, surprised questioning tone.
  • p15Igaram thanks Vivi and promises the new town will be noteworthy, respectful and confident delivery.
  • p15Toto vows to build a town that improves the country, energetic and hopeful mood.
  • p15Vivi and Igaram exchange farewell words as Toto departs, warm parting intent.
  • p16Koza cheerfully says goodbye to Vivi and urges her to become a good princess while leaving
  • p16Vivi replies brightly with 'Okay!' from off-panel
  • p16Townsfolk shout correction that Koza should address Vivi properly as princess
  • p16Vivi internally reflects that Yuba will improve the country as Koza said
  • p16Townsfolk voice belief in the king and note lack of rain for three years
  • p17Townsman states that rebels ignore advice and supplies are running low
  • p17Another townsman admits failed attempts to stop the rebels
  • p17Koza declares rebels are suicidal and planning a final offensive
  • p17Woman pleads for Vivi to stop the rebels
  • p18Rebel asks why another seems spaced out
  • p18Reply notes they scored some weapons and asks for Kouza's location
  • p18Response states Kouza is inside the tent
  • p18Koza mutters that the country has gone mad