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One Piece chapter 203: Croc-Like — what is in it

Arabasta arc · 21 pages · 12 characters

Key facts in this chapter

  • p0Chapter 203 cover features Octopako and Hachi.
  • p1Scene opens at ancient temple plaza with fallen man present.
  • p2Crocodile and Robin examine Poneglyph inside temple.
  • p3Crocodile orders Robin to read the Poneglyph.
  • p4Scene takes place inside a large archive with towering bookshelves.
  • p4Crocodile wears a black fur-lined coat.
  • p4Robin is reading historical records about Alabasta.
  • p5Robin confirms Pluton is absent from the historical text.
  • p5The archive contains only written historical records.
  • p6Crocodile threatens to kill Robin in the archive.
  • p6The four-year partnership between Crocodile and Robin ends at this moment.
  • p7Crocodile physically attacks Robin after declaring her usefulness ended.
  • p7Crocodile claims the Alabasta poneglyph contained no Pluton information.
  • p8Crocodile anticipated Robin's betrayal after four years of partnership.
  • p8Robin uses water to weaken Crocodile before attempting to stab him.
  • p8Crocodile dodges Robin's initial strike but is hit by water.
  • p9Crocodile vanishes momentarily and reappears behind Robin.
  • p9Robin is thrown backward by Crocodile's counterattack.
  • p10Crocodile admits he never trusted Robin or anyone else.
  • p10Crocodile plans to obtain Pluton after taking over the country.
  • p10Crocodile has already confirmed Pluton's existence via Cobra's reaction.
  • p11The underground crypt collapses when a small pillar is removed.
  • p11Crocodile intends to die in the crypt along with the guard.
  • p11Crocodile refuses to hand the country to the Nefertari royal house.
  • p12Scene occurs inside a large stone palace hall or crypt.
  • p12Crocodile threatens structural collapse to eliminate enemies and claim the country.
  • p13Vivi is under repeated physical assault in the streets near a clock tower.
  • p13Time is actively passing during the attack sequence.
  • p14Vivi searches for a massive cannon capable of 5km blast diameter.
  • p14Usopp fires a projectile toward the suspected cannon location.
  • p15Vivi identifies the cannon's hiding place.
  • p15Usopp launches an attack signal using his weapon and Den Den Mushi.
  • p16Explosion occurs in city street near clock tower.
  • p16Zoro observes events from ground level near snake.
  • p17Luffy wakes on grass outside large building.
  • p17Luffy experiences intense body tremors after nap.
  • p18Luffy targets Crocodile in rage.
  • p18Luffy observes chained gate from afar.

What is said, page by page

  • p0Caption states chapter title and volume subtitle with romantic comedy intent.
  • p1SFX indicate sudden movement and rising tension.
  • p2Crocodile asks if there is nothing else with dissatisfied tone.
  • p2Robin states she sees the situation clearly.
  • p2Crocodile notes he showed everything as promised.
  • p2Robin explains the location requires prior knowledge to find.
  • p2Crocodile declares it a fitting place for a state secret.
  • p3Crocodile identifies the stone as a poneglyph and addresses Robin.
  • p3Robin notes Crocodile arrived quickly.
  • p3Crocodile asks if Robin can decipher the poneglyph.
  • p3Robin confirms she can decipher it.
  • p3Crocodile orders Robin to read the poneglyph aloud.
  • p4Crocodile angrily questions whether the ancient dynasty history is the information they seek, showing frustration and impatience.
  • p4Robin responds calmly with 'Hey now...' attempting to de-escalate while standing at the shelves.
  • p4Narration states specific historical events including Bitein Dynasty year 260 and Alabasta conquest in year 239.
  • p5Robin states that the desired information is not recorded and only written history exists in the books.
  • p5Crocodile reacts with shock 'What!' while leaning toward Robin.
  • p5Crocodile accepts with 'I see... What a shame' followed by long pause.
  • p5Robin concludes that the name Pluton is never mentioned in the passage.
  • p6Crocodile declares Robin was a capable partner but states he will kill her here.
  • p6Robin reacts with alarm 'WHA!?' to the sudden threat.
  • p6Robin recalls Crocodile's earlier promise to trade poneglyph location for secret weapon information.
  • p6Robin states the four-year arrangement between them has now ended.
  • p7Crocodile coldly states Robin was highly useful due to her intellect and leadership for Baroque Works.
  • p7Crocodile accuses Robin of breaking her promise because the poneglyph gave no leads on Pluton.
  • p7Crocodile asks menacingly if Robin knows why the poneglyph failed to provide Pluton information.
  • p8Crocodile speaks coldly to Robin stating he expected betrayal and calls her foolish after four years as partners.
  • p8Robin gasps 'Water?' while attempting to counterattack.
  • p8Robin declares that pouring water on Crocodile will allow her to stab him.
  • p8Crocodile cries out in pain 'AGH!' as the water hits him.
  • p9Robin reacts with shock '!!' as she is splashed and struck.
  • p9Robin internally questions where Crocodile disappeared to.
  • p9Crocodile declares he will forgive everything to Nico Robin because of his hidden reason.
  • p10Crocodile states he never trusted anyone from the very beginning.
  • p10Crocodile declares he can find Pluton himself without relying on Robin.
  • p10Crocodile confirms he verified Pluton's existence from Cobra's earlier reaction.
  • p10Robin cries out in pain as she is struck again.
  • p11Guard shouts in shock asking what Crocodile did.
  • p11Another voice notes it is too soon for the palace square bombing.
  • p11Crocodile explains that removing a small pillar shifts the center of gravity and collapses the crypt.
  • p11Crocodile states both he and the guard will die there.
  • p11Crocodile declares he will not hand over the country to the likes of the guard.
  • p12Crocodile states he can turn stone walls into sand to escape, calm and confident tone.
  • p12Koza accuses Crocodile of leading him into the crypt to bury him for the country, angry and defiant.
  • p12Crocodile mocks Koza as the model of an exemplary king, sarcastic and amused.
  • p12Crocodile declares all annoyances will disappear and the country will be his after three minutes, triumphant.
  • p13Clock emits repeated 'toc' sounds marking time passage.
  • p13Unknown figure cries out 'AGHH!' when struck by blast.
  • p13Vivi shouts 'OWW!' after being hit and sent tumbling.
  • p13Vivi grunts 'NGH-' and 'UGH...' while trying to stand.
  • p14Vivi internally notes few places can hide a huge cannon and only two minutes remain.
  • p14Vivi gasps at spotting a big wide place and cries out after being grazed by stray bullet.
  • p14Usopp yells he is not a rebel while firing his weapon.
  • p14Koza and fighter react that the location is unfair and dangerous.
  • p15Usopp reacts with surprise and approval when Vivi locates the target.
  • p15Vivi confirms she knows the cannon's location and that it must be there.
  • p15Usopp asks for confirmation while preparing to contact allies.
  • p15Usopp fires Red Snake Star and declares certain kill.
  • p16SFX laugh echoes thunderously from high above the city rooftops.
  • p17Luffy states he had a nice nap after waking.
  • p17Luffy expresses confusion about sudden body immobility.
  • p17Luffy recalls inability to move and resulting nap.
  • p18Luffy declares intent to kick Crocodile's ass.
  • p18Luffy identifies the distant figure as Crocodile.
  • p18Luffy notes resemblance of hole to Crocodile.