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One Piece chapter 248: Ex-God vs God's Priest — what is in it

Skypiea arc · 21 pages · 15 characters

Key facts in this chapter

  • p0This is the title page for chapter 248 titled Ex-God vs God's Priest.
  • p1Scene takes place above the clouds near a thatched house on a cloud island.
  • p2Gan Fall offers pumpkin juice from his garden during the conversation.
  • p3Gan Fall had pirate friends approximately twenty years ago during his time as God.
  • p4Shandia continues to challenge Enel.
  • p4Skypiea is described as a warring country historically.
  • p4Gan Fall attempted to achieve peace with Shandia.
  • p5Island song is tied to legend of Upper Yard's birth.
  • p5War between sky citizens and Shandia began after the song was heard.
  • p6Gan Fall is attacked from behind during conversation.
  • p6Winged figure is knocked flying by impact.
  • p7Pumpkin juice is being drunk by the young girl.
  • p7Gan Fall enjoys a meal after the earlier events.
  • p8Explosions and fire damage the wooden deck and staircase of the ship.
  • p8Long-nosed crew member reacts with visible panic to ongoing attack.
  • p9Giant bird Fuza is present on the ship deck during the attack.
  • p9Bearded ship sitter claims responsibility for watching the ship.
  • p10Sky Rider Shura is identified as a Sky Piea Priest.
  • p10Shura stands atop the giant bird named Fuza.
  • p11Shura uses a burning lance as a weapon during the confrontation.
  • p11Long-nosed crew member is physically struck and knocked down by Shura.
  • p12The scene takes place in a forest clearing with a giant tree and altar platform.
  • p12The altar is identified as the Altar of Sacrifice.
  • p12Four priests each control separate territories on the island.
  • p13Escape from the free area leads to the forest over there.
  • p13Three sacrifices previously used vines to escape.
  • p13Judgment rules can be altered in special situations.
  • p14Running away from the altar requires a life as sacrifice.
  • p14A winged armored attacker strikes the man in the black hat.
  • p14The attack occurs directly on the altar platform.
  • p15The attacker is the Knight of the Sky riding a winged mount.
  • p15The strike lands directly on the man wearing the black hat.
  • p15The knight arrives as a sudden aerial assault on the altar area.
  • p16Gan Fall rides Pierre into battle against Shura and Fuza.
  • p16The fight occurs high above Skypiea structures.
  • p16Pierre is a smaller winged bird compared to Fuza.
  • p17Shura and Gan Fall exchange direct blows in midair.
  • p17Fuza and Pierre clash with visible weapon impacts.
  • p17The duel involves both riders and their bird mounts.
  • p18Gan Fall is knocked back and loses his weapon grip.
  • p18Fuza is also sent flying from the collision.
  • p18Observers on the ground witness the aerial defeat.

What is said, page by page

  • p0Caption states Wapol's fall from kingship while sitting under the bridge, conveying dejected mood and loss of status.
  • p1Conis notes the pumpkin harvest is nice with calm appreciative tone.
  • p1Pagaya mentions the current year's harvest and expresses gratitude toward Gan Fall.
  • p1Gan Fall accepts thanks and apologizes for causing trouble in a polite exchange.
  • p1Conis explains the group would have been treated as criminals without her help.
  • p1Pagaya states that Enel's mantra cannot reach them inside the location.
  • p2Gan Fall asks about the produce harvest and inquires about Angel Island.
  • p2Pagaya confirms the harvest was very good.
  • p2Conis invites the girl to try the pumpkin juice.
  • p2Gan Fall identifies the drink as pumpkin juice from his garden.
  • p2Gan Fall begins describing criminals who sail the Blue Seas and fly black skull flags.
  • p3Conis clarifies the Straw Hats are people who do not follow rules rather than standard criminals.
  • p3Gan Fall notes different kinds of people exist in different worlds.
  • p3Gan Fall recalls his pirate friend who visited twenty years ago when he was still God.
  • p3Gan Fall describes the visitor as open and affable and regrets their parting.
  • p3Gan Fall states that in extreme cases a hero during war becomes a murderer in peace.
  • p4Narration describes never-ending war between Shandia and sky citizens who call them raiders, historical context setting mood.
  • p4Young Skypiean girl states Skypiea has always been a warring country despite appearances, calm explanatory intent.
  • p4Gan Fall recalls centuries of conflict and his past hope to end the war through peace efforts with Shandia, reflective mood.
  • p4Bearded man notes Enel took over as God after near peace was achieved, regretful tone.
  • p5Bird-helmeted companion insists no apology is needed, emphatic reassuring intent.
  • p5Narration recounts island singing beautiful song that signaled start of war between sky citizens and Shandia, legendary tone.
  • p5Legend mentions Upper Yard birth long ago as key historical event.
  • p5Gan Fall declares war will end when island song is heard again, determined hopeful mood.
  • p6Young girl repeats song of the island, curious echoing intent.
  • p6Gan Fall states song will return someday bringing the Holy Land, optimistic visionary mood.
  • p6Gan Fall calls out to watch his home while heading to work then reacts in shock to attack, urgent then surprised tone.
  • p7Gan Fall exclaims food tastes better than anything, satisfied enjoyment mood.
  • p7Young girl agrees juice is really delicious and addresses Gan Fall as father, pleased casual tone.
  • p8Unknown screaming face delivers desperate repeated pleas to stop the attack with terrified intent.
  • p8Long-nosed crew member curses the situation in frustration while clutching head.
  • p8Goggled figure emits short gasp indicating panic and fear.
  • p8Background voices wail in terror and beg not to attack the ship.
  • p9Bearded ship sitter identifies himself as ship sitter and begs attackers to stop with desperate tone.
  • p9Long-nosed crew member curses repeatedly while panting in panic.
  • p9Goggled man asks giant bird Fuza what action to take next.
  • p9Giant bird Fuza emits loud repeated squawks during the chaos.
  • p10Sky Rider Shura complains that conflicting requests put him in a difficult situation.
  • p10Sky Rider Shura expresses strong anger at the selfishness of others.
  • p10Giant bird Fuza squawks loudly beside Shura.
  • p11Sky Rider Shura taunts long-nosed crew member for being weak while wanting to live.
  • p11Long-nosed crew member screams to stop the burning lance attack.
  • p11Long-nosed crew member mutters insult at Shura after being struck.
  • p11Sky Rider Shura questions desire to live without making sacrifices.
  • p12Man in black hat reacts with shock and disbelief at an unseen figure predicting his movements.
  • p12Old bearded man explains that each of the four priests controls a territory on the island.
  • p12Old bearded man states the rule that only the corresponding priest may attack when a target enters a territory.
  • p12Goggled man notes that the altar of sacrifice is not part of any priest's area and can be used freely.
  • p13Long-nosed crew member suggests that Luffy arriving to save them would allow escape together.
  • p13Old man confirms that escaping to the distant forest is possible under certain conditions.
  • p13Goggled man states that in special situations the original judgment rules can be changed.
  • p13Surprised face reacts to the mention of a special situation involving vines used by sacrifices.
  • p14Narration states that this is the way of the world regarding punishment for running away.
  • p14Winged armored figure declares that the victim must give their life to God.
  • p14Man in black hat cries out in pain and denial during the sudden attack.
  • p14Old man notes that returnees will also be punished to realize their mistakes.
  • p15Winged knight calmly thanks the group for waiting after the strike.
  • p15Bloodied man in hat identifies the attacker as the Knight of the Sky.
  • p15Knight speaks with composed expression while standing over the fallen figure.
  • p16Opponent shouts Gan Fall's name loudly during the aerial clash with aggressive intent.
  • p16Shura suggests toying with the opponent while commanding Fuza in a mocking tone.
  • p16Shura insults Gan Fall as useless due to age with dismissive attitude.
  • p16Pierre emits repeated laughter-like cries during the fight indicating strain or defiance.
  • p16Gan Fall notes the opponent's strength and training while urging Pierre to fight harder.
  • p16Pierre responds with pained cries showing exhaustion in battle.
  • p17Shura declares the island needs only one god with confrontational intent.
  • p17Shura taunts Gan Fall to yell as much as he wants during the assault.
  • p17Gan Fall grunts from a direct hit showing pain and surprise.
  • p18Gan Fall cries out while losing control after heavy impact.
  • p18Shura triumphantly calls out to the Knight of the Sky after landing a blow.
  • p18Onlookers react with growing shock and awe at the battle outcome.