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One Piece chapter 281: Deathpiea — what is in it

Skypiea arc · 18 pages · 17 characters

Key facts in this chapter

  • p0Chapter title is Deathpiea.
  • p1Ark bears the symbol 神.
  • p2Headband man names the ark Deathpiea.
  • p3Bird-horse carries a rider near the ark.
  • p4Explosion occurs directly outside the arched entrance of the massive mechanical structure.
  • p4Dome structure prominently displays the kanji '神' on its side.
  • p5Sky above Upper Yard grows unusually dark with coiling clouds.
  • p5Shandia villagers react to sudden change in Skypiea sky.
  • p6Enel controls the formation of lightning clouds over Skypiea.
  • p6Nami witnesses the storm clouds growing from below.
  • p7Lightning blast strikes the city causing widespread panic and damage.
  • p7Gan Fall reacts angrily to Enel's attack.
  • p8Explosion occurs on a distant cloud-based structure.
  • p8Enel is visibly injured and disoriented by an unseen blow.
  • p8Headband man asserts control over lives and territory.
  • p9Enel wields a large golden staff with drum-shaped ends.
  • p9Luffy is struck and sent flying before recovering.
  • p9Direct clash occurs between Luffy and the spinning staff.
  • p10Enel's golden staff functions as a heated trident.
  • p10Repeated jabs land on Luffy causing visible pain.
  • p10Metal railing crumbles to ash from staff contact.
  • p11Luffy has a sudden tactical insight during combat.
  • p11Enel closes distance rapidly with spinning staff.
  • p11Nami expresses concern over Luffy's momentary pause.
  • p12Luffy dodges Enel's attacks using reflexes without active thinking.
  • p12Enel cannot predict Luffy's movements when Luffy is not thinking.
  • p12Luffy is knocked flying by a massive staff impact.
  • p13Luffy targets a large structure during the fight.
  • p13Enel claims his mantra gives him overpowering dominance.
  • p13Luffy launches Gomu Gomu attack that triggers Octopus Fireworks explosion.
  • p14Going Merry is struck and sent flying.
  • p14Luffy uses wall bounces to approach Enel.
  • p14Ricochet attacks bypass Enel's mantra prediction.
  • p15Luffy lands Bazooka strike directly on Enel.
  • p15Luffy follows with rapid Rifle punches.
  • p15Enel is overwhelmed and bloodied by the barrage.

What is said, page by page

  • p0Caption describes Ace making a delivery in return for saving his life during search for Blackbeard.
  • p1Furry creature emits loud roar during crash.
  • p2Headband man laughs loudly while naming the ark Deathpiea as saviour in name of despair.
  • p2Girl questions what the man is planning.
  • p2Narration states the great engine of the ark has roared into motion.
  • p3Girl announces the ship is stopping and points out the bird-horse.
  • p3Girl states the ship is caught in the vearth and carving it bit by bit.
  • p3Girl insists a warrior's battle must not be interfered with.
  • p3Warrior in hat calls out to bird-horse.
  • p4Dark-haired man laughs 'YAHAHA HAHAHA!' with mocking triumphant mood from the shadows.
  • p4Short-haired woman exclaims 'WHAT IS THAT!?' in shock while staring at the dome.
  • p4Close-up woman gasps 'WHA...' with wide eyes indicating sudden dread at the sight.
  • p5Villagers note the sky becoming dark suddenly with alarmed tone.
  • p5Shandia elder mutters 'Hmm... Did something happen to our warriors...!?' with worried intent.
  • p5Bandana woman whispers 'How eerie...' while gazing at the sky.
  • p5Someone remarks 'Such thick, dark clouds' above the White White Sea.
  • p6Enel declares with closed eyes that Deathpiea will expel volatile lightning clouds using his energy.
  • p6Enel confirms the clouds are lightning clouds and will transform into lightning on his signal.
  • p6Enel states the clouds will cover Skypiea in darkness and destroy the whole country.
  • p6Nami murmurs 'Like so...' while observing the expanding storm with dread.
  • p7Gan Fall growls 'DAMN THAT ENEL...' with gritted teeth and furious mood.
  • p7Winged warrior yells 'EVERYONE! DO NOT PANIC AND CALMLY MAKE YOUR WAY TO CLOUD'S END!'.
  • p7Another voice shouts 'IT CAME FROM THE UPPER YARD! QUICK! ESCAPE ONTO THE SHIPS!'.
  • p8Enel growls in pain and shock after being struck, demanding explanation of the attack.
  • p8Bald headband man calmly claims ownership over lives and lands of others.
  • p8Luffy roars in fury rejecting the claim of godhood and robbery.
  • p8Nami reacts with surprise to the headband man's teasing remark.
  • p9Enel declares intent to eliminate Luffy as final ceremony preparations finish.
  • p9Enel commands staff to spin during attack.
  • p9Luffy shouts while charging back into combat.
  • p10Enel boasts that his trident carries high electrical heat.
  • p10Luffy grunts repeatedly while being struck by heated staff.
  • p10Nami cries out about the burning heat.
  • p10Luffy screams as railing turns to ash from staff jab.
  • p11Luffy yells 'SPACE OUT!' while preparing stretch attack.
  • p11Luffy realizes a potential counter to Enel's move-reading ability.
  • p11Nami shouts in alarm asking what Luffy is doing.
  • p11Bald observer reacts with surprise to Enel's sudden approach.
  • p12Nami expresses shock that Luffy dodges purely on reflexes so Enel cannot predict movements.
  • p12Luffy yells at Enel calling him retarded while noting he cannot attack either.
  • p12Enel shouts dodge repeatedly in frustration during the exchange.
  • p12Enel yells at Luffy to stop coming up with stupid ideas.
  • p12Luffy mutters about catching Enel somehow with a lightbulb idea moment.
  • p13Luffy spots a large structure and says that place might do.
  • p13Enel states his dominance comes from natural power and notes Luffy dislikes his mantra.
  • p13Enel calls Luffy a nuisance whose only skill is resisting lightning.
  • p13Nami questions why Luffy is attacking the ship.
  • p14Enel calls Luffy a fool for trying to destroy his ship.
  • p14Nami realizes the ricochet attacks are not controlled by Luffy's thoughts.
  • p14Luffy declares Enel is not getting away anymore.
  • p14Enel reacts with shock as Luffy approaches.
  • p15Luffy calls out Gomu Gomu Bazooka.
  • p15Enel thinks he must dodge as the attack comes.
  • p15Luffy calls out Rifle during follow-up barrage.
  • p15Enel gasps and wheezes in pain from repeated hits.