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One Piece chapter 167: The War Front — what is in it

Arabasta arc · 27 pages · 39 characters

Key facts in this chapter

  • p0This is the front and spine cover for One Piece Volume 19 Rebellion.
  • p2This is the inside cover illustration for One Piece Volume 19.
  • p3This is a color illustration page for One Piece Volume 19 Rebellion.
  • p6This is the title page for Chapter 167 The War Front.
  • p7Nami identifies Rainbase as Crocodile's current location.
  • p7Yuba is marked as the crew's present location on the map.
  • p7Carue's Route is drawn from Nanohana toward Alubarna.
  • p8The old man spent the previous night digging up the water barrel.
  • p8Luffy attempts Gomu Gomu technique to seize the water.
  • p9The caravan continues across open desert under blazing sun.
  • p9Chopper rides on Sanji's shoulder during the trek.
  • p10Luffy makes a promise with Vivi regarding food after defeating Crocodile.
  • p10Vivi is the one responding to Luffy's request in the desert.
  • p11Kappa is identified as a shoeshiner from Nanohana seeking to join the rebels.
  • p11The scene takes place inside a rebel camp filled with tents and armed figures.
  • p12The wound was sustained during a battle while protecting the man with glasses.
  • p12The rebel camp is located in a desert area near Erumalu.
  • p13Koza and the rebel leader hold opposing views on fighting.
  • p13The rebels are located in a camp outside the capital.
  • p14The Royal Army prevented the rebels from taking their armoury.
  • p14Koza plans a full-scale attack on the capital once weapons are secured.
  • p15Scene takes place inside the Royal Palace at Alubarna.
  • p15King Cobra is seated on the throne in the background.
  • p16Chaka and Pell are present with King Cobra in the throne room.
  • p16Dance Powder Incident is referenced as the origin of current unrest.
  • p17Chaka and Pell are on a palace balcony overlooking the city.
  • p17Both wear visible rank insignia and carry weapons.
  • p18Igaram is absent from the palace during the current crisis.
  • p18Carue has just arrived back at the palace.
  • p19A letter written by Vivi reaches the Alabasta palace.
  • p19Chaka and Pell verify the handwriting as Vivi's.
  • p19The letter's content causes immediate shock regarding Crocodile's intentions.
  • p20Carue is praised for fighting bravely according to the letter.
  • p20Igaram is confirmed to have given his life protecting Alabasta.
  • p20Cobra decides to mobilize the army against Crocodile.
  • p21Cobra prioritizes attacking Crocodile over defending the palace.
  • p21Distance from the palace to Rainbase is noted as significant.
  • p21Cobra believes the people will rebuild the country after Crocodile's defeat.
  • p22Cobra accepts possible loss of the palace to rebels.
  • p22Royal army's target is limited to Crocodile alone.
  • p22Chaka and Pell acknowledge Cobra's resolve despite risks.
  • p23Cobra issues direct orders to Pell and Chaka in the royal hall.
  • p23Pell is tasked with scouting the enemy base.
  • p23Chaka is ordered to call an emergency battle meeting.
  • p23All troops are directed to move toward Rainbase the following morning.
  • p24Rebel forces are positioned at Katorea with an arrow pointing toward Alubarna.
  • p24Royal Guards are based at Alubarna.
  • p24Straw Hat Pirates are located at Yuba.
  • p24Crocodile is located at Rainbase.
  • p24Operation Utopia countdown shows 17 hours remaining.

What is said, page by page

  • p0Volume title text states Vol. 19 Rebellion as cover label with no speaker.
  • p7Nami states the group must head north from Yuba toward Rainbase where Crocodile is located, serious strategic tone.
  • p7Nami notes Rainbase is one day's walk from current position while pointing at map.
  • p7Igaram mentions some towns remain unaffected by the rebellion.
  • p7Usopp warns against strange ideas and highlights casinos in Rainbase.
  • p7Vivi reassures the group that Rainbase remains a vibrant casino town despite national chaos.
  • p7Carue asks if water will be available in Rainbase.
  • p8Luffy begs for one gulp of water from the newly obtained barrel.
  • p8Hooded companions question whether the argument is still ongoing.
  • p8Turbaned man refuses to let anyone drink the water easily.
  • p8Luffy insists the barrel contains all their water.
  • p8Usopp suggests heading north while Luffy complains about the heat.
  • p8Nami tells Luffy to show self-restraint during the desert trek.
  • p9Luffy and Usopp groan UGH in extreme heat.
  • p9Luffy and Usopp shout Camel-girl and Nami-camel while riding.
  • p9Nami yells at Luffy and Usopp to stop complaining.
  • p9Sanji remarks that Chopper is trudging along well today.
  • p10Luffy weakly asks to be fed while lying on the sand.
  • p10Vivi states she alone cannot decide to go to Rainbase.
  • p10Luffy declares he will kick Crocodile's ass then eat until he explodes.
  • p10Vivi smiles and promises to feed Luffy after the fight.
  • p10Vivi confirms the promise with a soft sure.
  • p11Kappa pleads desperately to join the rebels while displaying his tools and identity as a shoeshiner from Nanohana.
  • p11Man with glasses flatly refuses the request with a single word.
  • p11Striped-robed figure orders Falafra to demonstrate something to the newcomer.
  • p11Kappa continues begging, declaring hatred for the king and claiming equal right to join the rebels.
  • p11Falafra responds with brief acknowledgment of the order.
  • p12Man with glasses describes how the wound was received while protecting him and mentions hospital and cemetery evidence.
  • p12Bandaged fighter cries out in pain.
  • p12Muscular rebel leader declares he is not scared of injuries or death and wants to fight.
  • p12Leader continues shouting that he wants to fight regardless of consequences.
  • p12Background rebel mentions a friend living beside Erumalu who is sick.
  • p13Voice tells the newcomer to go home because their opinions differ.
  • p13Koza states that all rebels are scared and none want to fight.
  • p13Leader insists none want to fight but have no choice because the war has begun.
  • p13Koza questions why they are fighting if they do not want to.
  • p13Leader orders the boy to go home, declaring this is no place for a kid.
  • p14Koza tells the man with glasses it is unlike him to vent at a child and asks what is wrong.
  • p14Rebels discuss sending messages to all forces and note insufficient weapons.
  • p14Man with glasses admits the boy reminded him of his younger self.
  • p14Koza declares they will mount a full-scale attack on the capital as soon as they finish equipping themselves.
  • p15Fierce man with slicked-back hair angrily rejects the idea of retaliation, emphasizing it is not a children's fight and warning against using attacks as excuse to kill citizens.
  • p15Distant voice pleads that inaction will cause the kingdom to fall.
  • p16King Cobra declares that the country is its people.
  • p16Unseen voice insists that protecting the people will doom the kingdom.
  • p16Chaka identifies the instigators since the Dance Powder Incident as the group that must be fought.
  • p16King Cobra orders them to accept his decision.
  • p16Chaka refuses outright.
  • p16Pell begs the king to act before the shadow consumes the kingdom.
  • p17Chaka states they can only wait and suppress emerging revolts.
  • p17Pell notes the king's refusal to consider any offensive action.
  • p17Pell adds that even keeping their own soldiers in line is becoming impossible.
  • p17Chaka concludes they are already at their limits.
  • p18Chaka tells Pell to drop the subject.
  • p18Pell internally wishes Igaram were present to assist.
  • p18Voices note that Princess Vivi and Igaram left with a plan and would never betray the kingdom.
  • p18Igaram declares he will bring light to the kingdom.
  • p18Messenger announces Carue has returned to the palace.
  • p18Chaka and Pell react with shock to the news.
  • p19Chaka states with certainty that the letter is in Vivi's handwriting.
  • p19Pell quietly confirms the handwriting identification.
  • p19Servant announces delivery of the letter to the king.
  • p19Sweating man realizes the implications of the letter's content with shock.
  • p19Internal narration reveals the man's prior assumption that Crocodile sided with the World Government.
  • p20Voice praises Carue for bravery mentioned in the letter.
  • p20Speaker reflects that Igaram sacrificed his life for Alabasta.
  • p20Shocked voice reacts to news about Igaram.
  • p20Chaka orders the army to prepare to move out immediately.
  • p20Cobra addresses Chaka by name in the hall.
  • p21Cobra orders immediate attack on Crocodile at Rainbase.
  • p21Chaka warns that Crocodile currently has popular support.
  • p21Pell cautions about the distance to Rainbase and Crocodile's awareness.
  • p21Cobra insists the country belongs to its people.
  • p21Cobra states that rebels capturing the palace is acceptable if Crocodile is defeated.
  • p22Cobra reaffirms that the country is its people.
  • p22Cobra declares that only Crocodile will laugh if the army fights rebels.
  • p22Chaka accepts that stopping the rebels may be impossible.
  • p22Chaka states their sole target remains Crocodile.
  • p22Pell addresses Cobra as 'Your majesty' with concern.
  • p23Cobra warns that victory requires sacrifices and that the enemy is a Royal Shichibukai member, establishing grim battle context.
  • p23Cobra praises the king's foresight and willpower while ordering Pell to scout the enemy base ahead.
  • p23Cobra commands Chaka to summon all officers for an emergency battle meeting.
  • p23Pell and Chaka salute and reply in unison with strong affirmation.
  • p23Cobra dramatically orders all troops sent to Rainbase first thing the next morning.
  • p24Narration states the rebellion's goal is to crush the Royalist Army at the capital.
  • p24Narration states the Royal Guard's goal is to crush Crocodile at Rainbase.
  • p24Narration states Luffy and the Straw Hat crew also aim to defeat Crocodile at Rainbase.
  • p24Text box displays remaining time before Operation Utopia as 17 hours.