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One Piece chapter 301: Having Arrived Here — what is in it

Skypiea arc · 21 pages · 13 characters

Key facts in this chapter

  • p0Chapter 301 is titled 'Having Arrived Here'.
  • p1Skypiea celebration continues after the end of the 400-year war.
  • p2Straw Hat crew argues loudly at dawn in Skypiea ruins.
  • p3Golden bell discovered caught on collapsed giant jack in Skypiea.
  • p3Robin encounters Poneglyphs while in Skypiea ruins.
  • p4Shandia group is collectively hauling a large ancestral structure using ropes.
  • p4The effort is taking place among ancient ruins.
  • p4A bandaged Shandia man and skeleton-like figure observe the scene with surprise.
  • p5Usopp is trading rubber bands and iron sheets with Shandia for dials.
  • p5A large Shandia warrior prefers rubber bands and laughs loudly.
  • p5Zoro is present but declines participation in the trade discussion.
  • p6A large striped snake is sleeping soundly amid ruins.
  • p6Zoro is searching for Luffy, other crew members, and Robin.
  • p6Luffy discovers something exciting among the rubble near the snake.
  • p7The crew discovers gold ruins and a black spherical dial.
  • p7A large golden structure is being raised by ropes.
  • p7Nami suggests moving the unstable gold to Vearth.
  • p8Scene takes place at massive ancient ruins containing a large bell and Poneglyph.
  • p8Shandian group discovers and reacts to the Poneglyph inscriptions.
  • p9Robin translates the Poneglyph text mentioning the great belfry.
  • p9Shandians react with shock upon learning Robin understands the ancient writing.
  • p10Poneglyph reveals existence of ancient weapon named Poseidon.
  • p10Robin shows visible distress after reading the inscription.
  • p11Gol D. Roger left a personal message on the Poneglyph.
  • p11Elderly Shandian recalls Roger's visit to Sky Island twenty years prior.
  • p12Nico Robin examines a poneglyph in the ancient ruins.
  • p12The poneglyph records information rather than location.
  • p12Robin reacts with visible shock to the possibility of the Rio Poneglyph.
  • p13The old chief observes the poneglyph fragment from above the ruins.
  • p13Robin deduces the Rio Poneglyph is formed by connecting scattered stones.
  • p13Roger is implied to have assembled the full passage.
  • p14Shandian villagers react emotionally to the fulfilled wish.
  • p14A tiger-striped animal appears near the ruins.
  • p14The broken belfry pillar is discussed by the crowd.
  • p15The golden bell is being transported to the Straw Hats' ship.
  • p15Robin compares Luffy's presence to that of the Pirate King.
  • p15The old chief notices the shared initial between Luffy and Roger.
  • p16Scene takes place in the ruins of the golden city.
  • p16Straw Hats are carrying large amounts of gold.
  • p16Robin is absent from the main group at the start of the page.
  • p16Crew is preparing to leave the island.
  • p17Luffy lifts an enormous golden pillar.
  • p17The crew is attempting to escape with stolen gold.
  • p17Pursuers are closing in on the Straw Hats.
  • p18The golden pillar begins to fall.
  • p18Luffy refuses to abandon the pillar and causes it to crash.
  • p18The crew flees in panic from the falling debris.

What is said, page by page

  • p1Usopp shouts at sleeping Nami to wake the crew, urgent and loud mood.
  • p1Nami mumbles sleepily in response to being called.
  • p1Chopper questions the situation while trying to rouse Nami.
  • p1Luffy declares intent to steal the gold with mischievous excitement.
  • p2Luffy yells to shut up because he cannot sleep, loud and annoyed.
  • p2Nami and Usopp shout back that Luffy is the loudest, chaotic argument.
  • p2Nami excitedly asks about gold location with sparkling eyes.
  • p2Usopp comments on blue sea people loving to party.
  • p2Narration greets Nami with a lovely morning, leading to her retort about it not being morning.
  • p2Luffy suggests making the most of the rare Skypiea opportunity.
  • p3Skypieans call for help pulling at the eastern shore, urgent tone.
  • p3Warrior reports the object caught on the collapsed giant jack.
  • p3Chief informed that the golden bell has been found.
  • p3Robin reflects that Poneglyphs are here of all places and she cannot give up the search.
  • p3Robin notes the belfry connection in her thoughts.
  • p4Unseen counter calls rhythm 'ONE MORE TIME, EVERYONE! ONE... TWO... THREE!' to coordinate the group pull.
  • p4Shandia voice urges 'THAT'S RIGHT! PUT YOUR BACKS INTO IT!' to motivate the effort.
  • p4Shandia villager stresses 'We have to save it no matter what! It's the pride of our ancestral city!' showing determination.
  • p4Frustrated Shandia warrior growls 'Damn it! We still need more people!' highlighting manpower shortage.
  • p4Bandaged Shandia man and skeleton companion react with silent surprise '!!' to the ongoing pull.
  • p5Usopp offers 'But wait, there's more! Check out these iron sheets! You'd all like some iron, right?' while promoting materials.
  • p5Usopp explains 'This is what a rubber band is!' while stretching the bands for demonstration.
  • p5Large Shandia warrior laughs 'GAHAHA HAHAHA!' and states he prefers the rubber bands over iron.
  • p5Bearded cloaked figure proposes trading dials for the rubber bands and mentions bringing them from his ship.
  • p5Usopp asks 'I want some too! Is that okay!?' during the trade talk.
  • p5Zoro declines 'No thanks' when offered a flavor sword idea.
  • p5Bearded figure confirms 'DIALS, THAT IS!' and 'YOU BET! GOT A BAG FULL OF 'EM!' while showing a bag.
  • p6Zoro notes 'They're still inside. As for Robin, she went off somewhere.' and wonders about Luffy and others.
  • p6Usopp reacts 'Huh! This gentle snake!' upon seeing the sleeping creature.
  • p6Group discusses 'Before it wakes up and causes trouble again. But we better get going.'
  • p6Luffy shouts 'THERE'S SO MUCH STUFF HERE!' and 'LOOK!' while emerging excitedly.
  • p6Usopp protests 'You even listening to me, Usopp!?' and 'QUIT WASTING MY TIME!' in response to Luffy.
  • p7Nami exclaims 'So pretty! It's just like the one the monkeys had!' while holding the black dial.
  • p7Luffy, Usopp, and Zoro shout 'AMAZING!' 'SEE!' 'SEE!' 'WHOA, THIS IS REAL TREASURE!' in awe.
  • p7Voices react 'It's beautiful... So this is all gold!' and 'Amazing! We raised it!' to the lifted structure.
  • p7Nami warns 'It's too unstable here! Let's bring it up over to Vearth.'
  • p8Winged Shandian expresses admiration for the bell's appearance.
  • p8Villagers note visible damage to one of the supporting pillars.
  • p8Elderly Shandian emphasizes the stone's importance as ancestral legacy protected at great cost.
  • p8Striped-shirt warrior identifies the object as the Poneglyph and urges others to examine it.
  • p8Unseen narrator voice reads partial inscription about true motives and sealing lips.
  • p9Robin reads aloud the continuation of the Poneglyph text about the great belfry's ring and weaving history.
  • p9Elderly Shandian realizes the connection between the engraved words and Shandora's ruins.
  • p9Striped-shirt warrior questions how Robin knows the ancient script.
  • p9Winged Shandian calls out asking if Robin can read the script.
  • p9Robin maintains calm serious expression while facing the group.
  • p10Robin reads the Poneglyph passage naming the ancient weapon Poseidon.
  • p10Robin internally rejects the information she has uncovered.
  • p10Shandians react with alarm at the mention of an ancient weapon.
  • p10Villagers question why such dangerous knowledge is recorded on the stone.
  • p10One man notices the engravings appear written in different scripts.
  • p11Poneglyph shows Gol D. Roger's personal inscription about leading the passage to the ends of the world.
  • p11Elderly Shandian questions how Roger could write in the ancient script.
  • p11Robin realizes Roger visited Skypiea and the Poneglyph.
  • p11Elderly man confirms a man named Roger came to Sky Island over twenty years ago.
  • p11Robin asks if the elderly man knows Roger.
  • p12Unseen voices discuss engraved proof of reaching the bell with uncertain tone in ruins setting.
  • p12Nico Robin reads aloud about leading the passage to the ends of the world, analytical intent.
  • p12Nico Robin identifies the stone as an information-recording poneglyph and notes two kinds exist, explanatory mood.
  • p12Nico Robin questions in shock whether the Rio Poneglyph could actually exist, intense realization.
  • p13Old chief states the bell has fulfilled its purpose with declarative tone.
  • p13Nico Robin explains the connected text forms the complete non-existent Rio Poneglyph, analytical mood.
  • p13Nico Robin notes Roger must have connected the scattered information poneglyphs to reach his destination.
  • p13Old chief questions if his people no longer need to fight, emotional disbelief.
  • p14Old chief reacts in disbelief that ancestors' wish has been fulfilled.
  • p14Nico Robin internally concludes she too must lead all passages she has read.
  • p14Villagers shout that gold is more valuable than Vearth in the blue sea and propose delivering the bell.
  • p14Robin affirms the idea with a faint smile.
  • p15Villagers declare they will deliver the golden bell to the country's saviors as thanks for defeating Enel.
  • p15Nico Robin states Luffy's full name and notes he shares the same air as Roger.
  • p15Old chief admits endless fascination with the straw hat boy and questions about world history.
  • p15Old chief laughs that Luffy and Roger even share one letter in their names.
  • p16Crew notes it is safer to leave quickly before being spotted while hauling gold.
  • p16Characters question why the area is empty and where guerrillas and angels went.
  • p16Group complains Robin is late while preparing to depart with treasure.
  • p16Nami and Conis are mentioned as readying the ship for immediate escape.
  • p16Crew erupts in insults calling each other dumbass upon spotting Robin.
  • p16Sanji states they should head to the ship without waiting further.
  • p17Nami announces her sack is completely full of treasure.
  • p17Luffy proudly displays the massive gold haul and declares they are rich.
  • p17Crew urges everyone to board the ship immediately.
  • p17Luffy refuses to leave empty-handed after their feats on the island.
  • p17Characters yell for the group to run as pursuers approach.
  • p18Nami remarks that the owners do not seem to need the gold.
  • p18Small figure questions why the crew is fleeing the offered pillar.
  • p18Nami begins to protest the pillar's removal.
  • p18Luffy roars for everyone to run as the structure falls.
  • p18Crew panics and flees the collapsing golden pillar.