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One Piece chapter 212: Some Justice — what is in it

Arabasta arc · 20 pages · 21 characters

Key facts in this chapter

  • p0Chapter 212 title is Some Justice.
  • p0Page 0 is a title page featuring Octopako underwater.
  • p1Scene takes place in Alabasta north of Sandy Island during rain.
  • p1Smoker and Hina are aboard a Marine ship.
  • p2Hina is Marine HQ Captain known as Hina the Black Cage.
  • p2Conversation references Tashigi and past events with Smoker.
  • p3The Fool is Baroque Works artificial rain ship.
  • p3Hina wins coin flip against Smoker.
  • p4Rain is falling during the confrontation.
  • p4Several figures lie injured on the street.
  • p4Tashigi refuses to attack the downed opponents.
  • p5Koza is injured and lying on a stretcher.
  • p5Conversation occurs in the rain in a ruined square.
  • p5Vivi shows concern for Koza's survival.
  • p6Rain begins falling heavily over the city.
  • p6Citizens celebrate the rainfall after three years of drought.
  • p6Koza plans to head back to Yuba after recovery.
  • p7Rain falls in Yuba after long drought.
  • p7Shovel remains planted in the sand.
  • p7Small creatures react to the rainfall on a wrecked ship.
  • p8Heavy rain falls over ruined structures in Alabasta.
  • p8A large shovel remains planted in the ground after the events.
  • p9Alabasta citizens celebrate the arrival of rain.
  • p9A crocodile statue tops a striped pyramid in the city.
  • p10Rain falls over the royal palace at night.
  • p10Multiple people sleep in a shared bedroom inside the palace.
  • p11Vivi remains awake in the bedroom while others sleep.
  • p11Igaram is present in the same room as Vivi at night.
  • p12Scene takes place inside a quiet multi-bed recovery room.
  • p12Window overlooks the domed capital city of Alabasta.
  • p12Conversation centers on Pell's sacrifice and honour.
  • p13Action occurs the next day at the Eastern Alabasta port Tamarisk.
  • p13Tashigi has just arrived by Marine ship.
  • p13Smoker and Hina are present at the dock.
  • p14Confrontation occurs immediately after Tashigi's report at the port.
  • p14Tashigi confesses to helping the Straw Hats escape.
  • p14Smoker rejects the idea that her actions allowed their escape.
  • p15Conversation continues on the dock after Tashigi's confession.
  • p15Smoker emphasizes the need to keep climbing in power.
  • p15Tashigi leaves to rest after the exchange.
  • p16Tashigi is crying heavily while delivering motivational rebuke.
  • p16Marine justice symbol appears prominently on a jacket behind Tashigi.
  • p17Smoker receives direct call from Marine HQ on ship deck.
  • p17HQ plans to award medals to Smoker and Tashigi for Crocodile incident.
  • p18Smoker refuses the medal and promotion offered by Marine HQ.
  • p18Smoker directly challenges the official narrative about who saved Alabasta.

What is said, page by page

  • p0Caption states Hachi's Ocean Floor Stroll volume 27 with subtitle Meanwhile Octopako goes out for a stroll in neutral narrative tone.
  • p1Voice questions Smoker about possible use of dance powder in accusatory tone.
  • p1Smoker states he knows what is and is not illegal with confident posture.
  • p1Voice warns Smoker not to be idiotic.
  • p1Crew speculates that the hunter has mellowed and notes cute words from the White Hunter.
  • p1Hina tells someone to mind their own business.
  • p2Hina accuses Smoker of appropriating her elite troops and calls it extreme.
  • p2Voices note that Hina is vexed and quite vexing over searching for one puny ship.
  • p2Smoker responds with Hmph.
  • p2Hina mentions sympathizing with Tashigi's troubles and references long-term association with Smoker.
  • p3Hina mentions Crocodile being brought by Tashigi soon.
  • p3Smoker refuses to be bossed around and questions why he should comply.
  • p3Hina orders the artificial rain ship taken back to HQ.
  • p3Hina calls heads on coin flip.
  • p3Flashback shows Hina saying Smoker has not changed since fresh recruit days.
  • p3Smoker replies that he is already aware of that.
  • p3Hina declares you lose after coin result.
  • p4Marine sergeant desperately argues it is a golden opportunity while enemies are weak.
  • p4Cold order is issued from off-panel to stand down.
  • p4Tashigi reacts with shock turning her head.
  • p4Tashigi declares with fury she will not allow anyone to lay hands on the weakened foes now.
  • p5Koza weakly mentions Toto and Yuba.
  • p5Vivi asks if Koza will die and inquires about his wounds.
  • p5Koza states he carries his father's blood and stubbornness.
  • p5Koza notes Vivi remains a worry-wart.
  • p6Cloaked figure promises to send a letter and not to worry.
  • p6Koza states he will return to Yuba once healed.
  • p6Citizens shout that it is raining for the first time in three years.
  • p6Citizens declare the rebellion will end and sons will return.
  • p7Creatures repeatedly cry KUO in the rain.
  • p7Voice questions how long the father's stubbornness will last.
  • p7Voice tells Kouza the rain is falling.
  • p7Voices question what staying alone in Yuba will accomplish and accuse intent to die with the town.
  • p8Elderly turbaned man states that only three years were needed for the change.
  • p8Elderly turbaned man reflects that the short time was sufficient.
  • p8Cloaked figure questions the sudden rain in surprise.
  • p8Cloaked figure seeks confirmation from the smaller companion.
  • p9Narration states the people are no longer forced to fall by any force.
  • p9Narration describes the rain continuing endlessly.
  • p9Narration notes the rain poured down on Alabasta.
  • p10Blonde girl shouts for silence in irritation.
  • p10Large snoring SFX fills the bedroom.
  • p11Vivi tells Igaram she simply does not want to sleep.
  • p11Igaram asks if Vivi is having trouble falling asleep.
  • p11Igaram addresses Princess Vivi and notes she is still awake.
  • p11Narration states the rain falls down and expresses a wish to keep watching.
  • p12Unknown silhouette mentions Pell in quiet room setting.
  • p12Vivi replies that serving Pell would be the greatest honour possible.
  • p12Bandaged patient expresses regret at not saying thank you directly.
  • p12Bandaged patient affirms Pell as the noblest warrior known.
  • p13Marine announces arrival of Sgt. Major Tashigi at Tamarisk port.
  • p13Tashigi greets Capt. Hina after time apart.
  • p13Smoker acknowledges Tashigi's return with brief praise.
  • p13Tashigi reports back to Smoker and mentions the Straw Hat incident.
  • p13Tashigi excuses herself due to fatigue while avoiding further talk.
  • p14Smoker questions whether Tashigi's actions followed her own justice.
  • p14Tashigi admits she aided the pirates' escape and asks forgiveness.
  • p14Tashigi states she could only perform the actions she was capable of.
  • p14Marines react with surprise at Tashigi's admission.
  • p14Smoker denies that the pirates escaped due to her actions.
  • p15Tashigi states she had no personal justice to choose from.
  • p15Tashigi admits she only provided support despite knowing the enemy's location and timing.
  • p15Smoker notes that others have surpassed her level and spread infamy.
  • p15Tashigi requests to rest and excuses herself.
  • p15Smoker asks who decided she must advance or die in this sea.
  • p16Tashigi shouts through tears that if frustration causes crying then the listener should get stronger instead.
  • p16Tashigi responds with loud 'YESSIR!' in a determined sobbing tone.
  • p17HQ caller asks if Captain Smoker is present and confirms identity.
  • p17HQ orders Smoker and Tashigi to board and praises their reported guts.
  • p17HQ announces medals and one-rank promotion for subjugating Crocodile.
  • p17Tashigi angrily interrupts that they did not defeat Crocodile and references her report.
  • p17Smoker reacts with brief 'Hm?' to the call.
  • p18Tashigi urges Smoker to accept the credit and warns of consequences for disobeying higher-ups.
  • p18Smoker calls the order a load of crap and questions the government's cover story about Straw Hat pirates.
  • p18Smoker tells HQ to 'eat shit' and abruptly hangs up.
  • p18Tashigi shouts 'SMOKER!' and 'WHA?!' in shock at his action.