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One Piece chapter 206: Lit Fuse — what is in it

Arabasta arc · 28 pages · 29 characters

Key facts in this chapter

  • p0This is the front cover of One Piece Volume 23.
  • p0Volume subtitle is Vivi's Adventure.
  • p2This is a sepia variant cover of One Piece Volume 23.
  • p2Japanese volume title reads 巻二十三 ビビの冒険.
  • p4This is an alternate volume cover for One Piece Vol. 23 Vivi's Adventure.
  • p4Luffy is shown embracing a large fishman-like creature.
  • p7This is the title page for chapter 206 Lit Fuse.
  • p7Hachi appears in panic during an underwater scene.
  • p8Baroque Works agents fight marines in city streets during active explosions.
  • p8Combat involves swords, rifles, and thrown bodies with visible debris.
  • p9Tashigi leads marines near clock tower during city conflict.
  • p9Mr. 7 and Miss Father's Day positioned inside tunnel below clock tower.
  • p10Mr. 7 and Miss Father's Day operate large BAROQUE cannon inside clock tower.
  • p10Cannon is positioned to fire downward into street level crowd.
  • p11Cannon fires from clock tower into city streets.
  • p11Tashigi is hit by blast and falls injured amid debris.
  • p12Luffy and Crocodile clash violently inside a collapsing temple structure.
  • p12Both fighters are airborne amid massive debris at the start of the page.
  • p13Crocodile lands multiple heavy blows on Luffy in rapid succession.
  • p13Luffy is driven into the floor by Crocodile's attack.
  • p14Luffy uses Gomu Gomu Gatling Gun against Crocodile.
  • p14The attack sends Crocodile flying across the ruined floor.
  • p15Crocodile reveals Luffy has poison flowing in his body from previous fights.
  • p15Luffy has already fought Crocodile three times before this exchange.
  • p16Explosion targets the center of the palace square.
  • p16Fifteen-second countdown is announced during the sequence.
  • p16Chopper states the group will die if the plan fails.
  • p16Nami is preparing to light a fuse on command.
  • p17Cyclone tempo is activated as a weather attack.
  • p17Weather changes to typhoon conditions during the move.
  • p17Clock tower is struck as the primary target.
  • p18Cyclone destroys parts of the clock tower.
  • p18Group is carried higher by the wind current.
  • p18Chopper has changed into a form wearing a top hat.
  • p19Sanji launches upward carrying Chopper and Vivi on his leg.
  • p19Chopper assists in carrying Vivi during the ascent.
  • p19Zoro remains below observing the action.
  • p20Zoro waits on a high ledge above the street.
  • p20Sanji throws the large-hatted man upward toward Zoro.
  • p20Vivi remains on the ground watching the action.
  • p21Zoro is thrown high above the tower.
  • p21Bandaged man recognizes Zoro's swords.
  • p21Vivi is warned about enemies above.
  • p22Baroque Works agents occupy a long corridor.
  • p22Vivi is recognized by the agents.
  • p22Bandaged man and Vivi are exposed on an open ledge.
  • p23Crocodile confronts the group in front of a grand palace.
  • p23Crocodile questions the crew's decision to fight for Vivi.
  • p23Vivi's safety is debated among the characters.
  • p24Luffy is shown in extreme close-up shouting about protecting a friend.
  • p24The scarred man with an X-shaped facial scar responds to Luffy.
  • p24The scene occurs in a rubble-strewn area after destruction.
  • p25Baroque Works agents in animal masks are firing specialized guns.
  • p25Chopper is about to be launched by the dog-masked agent.
  • p25A countdown timer shows seven seconds remaining.

What is said, page by page

  • p0Cover text announces volume title Vol. 23 Vivi's Adventure.
  • p0Japanese blurb summarizes Luffy's fight with Crocodile and ongoing Arabasta arc.
  • p2Japanese text states volume twenty-three Vivi's Adventure.
  • p7Fishman yells in panic with repeated AHHH!! sound effect.
  • p8Baroque Works agent in top hat denies knowledge of group and demands proof of existence with defiant tone.
  • p8Baroque Works agent in striped hat yells group name in accusatory outburst.
  • p8Civilian asserts they are ordinary Alabastan citizens amid surrounding violence.
  • p8Marine questions whether forces would harm unwilling civilians caught in rebellion.
  • p9Tashigi urges judging enemy by direct observation rather than waiting for proof.
  • p9Marine subordinate questions Tashigi's hesitation during confrontation.
  • p9Marine calls out to Sgt. Major Tashigi amid ongoing action.
  • p9Tashigi affirms readiness with firm reply.
  • p9Miss Father's Day and Mr. 7 discuss mission importance inside tunnel.
  • p10Mr. 7 agrees assessment is favorable and laughs confidently.
  • p10Miss Father's Day expresses hope for major promotion after mission.
  • p10Mr. 7 describes cannon targeting middle of crowd below with assessment tone.
  • p11Mr. 7 announces preparation to light the fuse with laughter.
  • p11Miss Father's Day signals imminent timing of shot.
  • p11Tashigi reacts in shock while falling from cannon blast.
  • p12Crocodile questions with visible frustration whether he fails to understand the situation.
  • p12Crocodile grunts HMPH during his heavy counter punch.
  • p13Crocodile grunts HMPH while landing a direct punch on Luffy.
  • p14Luffy declares GOMU GOMU before unleashing his rapid barrage.
  • p14Luffy shouts GATLING GUN!!! while delivering the flurry of punches.
  • p15Crocodile taunts Luffy that he still does not understand he will die from poison.
  • p15Crocodile states it is a miracle Luffy can stand after three fights and heavy damage.
  • p15Crocodile warns that Luffy will be buried under the temple regardless of the outcome.
  • p15Crocodile roars RAGHHH while striking Luffy.
  • p15Luffy cries out NGHH in pain from the blow.
  • p16Armored frog-like figure announces target as center of palace square with excited ribbit call.
  • p16Off-panel voice counts down fifteen seconds left in playful ohohoho tone.
  • p16Chopper panics loudly that time is running out and failure means death.
  • p16Nami questions Usopp sharply about his intentions while glaring.
  • p16Usopp urges Nami to light the fuse with heart-eyed panic.
  • p16Nami confirms she understands and orders Usopp to stand still and shut up.
  • p16Long-haired character questions the current pose and demands explanation of the plan.
  • p17Nami laughs and agrees with an interesting assessment while calling for action.
  • p17Nami shouts that others will understand once she performs the move.
  • p17Frog figure requests a countdown from Mr. 7 for the finale.
  • p17Warning given that cyclone tempo is only a party boomerang trick.
  • p17Nami activates cyclone tempo with countdown to thirteen.
  • p17Narration states weather has become a typhoon.
  • p17Impact text indicates the clock tower is the target.
  • p18Nami yells jump command and references reaching Sanji's level.
  • p18Off-panel voice reacts with shock that targets are coming up.
  • p18Vivi internally questions if the plan involves continuous upward flight.
  • p18Chopper reacts with surprise at the sudden ascent.
  • p19Sanji mutters that he understands the plan and accepts the role.
  • p19Nami urges Sanji that time is short and he knows what to do.
  • p19Sanji commands Chopper to get on his right leg.
  • p19Chopper tells Vivi to hang tight as they ascend.
  • p19Zoro comments that he now sees the plan.
  • p20Large-hatted man shouts to Zoro that the target is now his while leaping.
  • p20Sanji states he must throw the group all the way to the top of the structure.
  • p20Small figure agrees with Sanji's plan in short reply.
  • p20Vivi praises Sanji's effort from below.
  • p21Vivi calls out Zoro's name in alarm from below.
  • p21Zoro yells about his swords while spinning mid-air.
  • p21Bandaged man tells others to leave the next action to him.
  • p21Bandaged man confirms he recognizes the swords with fierce glare.
  • p21Large-hatted man warns Vivi about weirdos above.
  • p21Bandaged man reassures Vivi not to be scared and offers to send her up with his blades.
  • p22Curly-haired agent reacts with surprised sound.
  • p22Rabbit-like figure accuses someone of betraying the organization.
  • p22Round agent 7 reacts with surprise upon seeing Ms. Wednesday.
  • p22Bandaged man realizes they are exposed in the air and vulnerable to gunfire.
  • p22Vivi reacts in shock as agents notice her.
  • p22Agents confirm they have spotted Vivi.
  • p23Crocodile shouts that sacrificing one or two friends would have avoided the fight.
  • p23Crocodile calls the crew interminably moronic for continuing to fight.
  • p23Crocodile questions whether the fight is only for Vivi's sake.
  • p23Crocodile asks if they would really die for someone else.
  • p23Voices discuss that leaving Vivi would mean her certain death.
  • p23Voices note Vivi always risks herself to save others.
  • p23Crocodile states he does not understand the reason for fighting.
  • p24Luffy roars with raw fury that he does not want his friend to die because she is a friend, conveying fierce loyalty.
  • p24Luffy yells that his crew will keep fighting, showing continued resolve amid chaos.
  • p24Scarred man with X on face replies seriously that it depends on whether she gives up on her country.
  • p24Luffy answers firmly that the matter is settled, accepting the condition with determination.
  • p25Dog-masked agent shouts to adjust the yellow gun while targeting prey.
  • p25Frog-masked agent calls to adjust the ribbit ribbit gun and celebrates an easy target.
  • p25Chopper reacts in shock as the dog agent prepares to launch him.
  • p25Vivi cries out that the sniper duo is aiming at her.
  • p25Nami yells for someone to do something as the timer counts down.