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One Piece Chapter 35: The Steep Slope Again

What happens in chapter 35

Luffy stands over the fallen Kuro while the Black Cat Pirates react in shock to the captain's defeat. Kuro rises with his claws extended and charges at Luffy, who demonstrates his rubber powers after Kuro identifies them as coming from a Devil's Fruit. Kuro orders Jango to force Kaya to write her will and kill her along with the three children, then engages Luffy himself.

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  1. p.0Page includes English and Japanese text referencing Buggy’s pirate fleet adventures.
  2. p.10Sham shows visible shock at the technique.
  3. p.18Jango and spherical pirate continue the chase.
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The Steep Slope Again

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The chapter title page displays CHAPTER 35 “THE STEEP SLOPE AGAIN”. Below is a large splash illustration of a small boat tossed on rough seas. A determined pirate in a straw hat grips an oar while massive toothy fish monsters leap from the waves around him. Palm trees and a distant island appear in the background. At the bottom, Japanese text reads 刊頭故事集中連載「巴其海賊團的冒險故事」 followed by the English caption “THE BEGINNING OF THE COVER PAGE SERIES ‘THE ADVENTURES OF BUGGY’S PIRATE FLEET’”.
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Luffy stands on a cliffside path, fist clenched, staring ahead in shock. Large onomatopoeia “ドーン” and “ビー” dominate the upper panel. Speech bubbles read: “WHAT HAPPENED …II” “HOW DID HE KNOCK CAPTAIN KURO DOWN…!I” “FROM THAT POSITIONI!” Below, the defeated Captain Kuro lies sprawled on the ground while his crew stares in disbelief. In the lower panel, Usopp sits on the ground beside Kaya, who kneels nearby. Kuro’s body is shown in close-up with the large SFX “ゴオオオオオオ…”.
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Luffy cracks his knuckles with a determined glare, SFX “CRACK CRACK”. Kuro lies face-down, SFX “ゴゴゴゴゴ…”. His crew panics: “WHAT’RE WE GONNA DO…I” “CAPTAIN KURO’S REALLY ANGRY NOW…!!!” Jango appears with a serious expression, SFX “ゴゴゴゴゴ”. A heart-eyed crew member reacts with “!!I”. Usopp’s group charges forward shouting “HERE’S OUR CHANCE!!” while Kaya cries “AH!!” and another yells “AH!”. Large impact SFX “ザザザザザザ!” erupts as they rush in.
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Usopp’s pirate group attacks from above. They shout: “YOU INGRATE BUTLER!!” “DIE, YOU BASTARD!!” “HERE COMES USOPP’S PIRATE GROUP!” with massive SFX “ばばば”. In the next sequence they continue yelling “DIE, BASTARD!!” “YOU DAMN PIRATE! TRYING TO DISRUPT THE PEACE OF OUR VILLAGE!!” “HIT HIM HIT HIM HIT HIM…!!!” while striking with clubs. SFX “ドカ! ガン! バキ!! ガン!! ボコ!” fill the panel. A terrified crew member stares up, and Kaya shouts “YOU CAN’T COME HERE …!!” with SFX “ドカ! ガン! ガン! バキ!!”.
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The Usopp Pirates panic as their captain lies beaten on the ground. "STOP IT!!" one yells. "STOP IT, ALL OF YOU!!" another shouts. Kuro, the butler with glasses, glares coldly and asks, "WHAT ARE THOSE KIDS TRYING TO DOI" The heart-eyed pirate Jango screams in shock, "WAH...!! WHAT THE HELL ARE THOSE KIDS DOINGI!" while the crew cries out in alarm. SFX: AAAAH. Usopp, dazed with swirling eyes, mutters weakly as the kids stand over him with shovels and a net. "OK! WE'LL HAVE MERCY ON HIM..." one says. SFX: ZUUU...N. The kids erupt in outrage: "WRONG! IT SHOULD BE DISHONEST!!" "THAT'S DISLOYAL!" "WHY DIDN'T YOU TELL USI!" "...OUR CAPTAIN WAS REALLY FIGHTING!!"
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The Usopp Pirates refuse to abandon their captain. "IF WE RUN, WE'LL RUIN THE REPUTATION OF THE USOPP PIRATE GROUP!!" "YEAH! WE WANNA FIGHT YOU TOO, CAPTAIN!!" "WE WON'T LEAVE YOU, CAPTAIN!!" they yell. Kuro looms over them menacingly. "RUN AWAY!!!" he commands. "JUST GET OUT OF HERE!! IT DOESN'T MATTER IF IT'S DISLOYAL OR DISHONEST!!" The kids ready their weapons as tension rises. SFX crackle around Kuro's hands. He strikes with a shovel and bat, sending the boys flying. SFX: CRACKLE CRACKLE, AAAAH!! One boy screams, "IDIOTS, RUN!" as massive feet stomp down. SFX: AAAAH, WAAAAA HHHHH...!!!
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Kuro stands tall amid crackling energy. SFX: CRACKLE, DOSYAA. The kids stare in disbelief. "AH..." one whispers. "WHA... WHATI DIDN'T HE SEE US...I" Kuro suddenly blurs forward with incredible speed. SFX: DON. He delivers a devastating blow. "CAPTAIN!!" a boy cries as Usopp is sent flying. SFX: UGH!! Impact lines explode across the panel. In the distance, two cloaked figures watch the scene. "THAT WAS QUITE AN ODD ATTACK YOU JUST USED," one remarks. "I'M A BIT CURIOUS..." the other adds with a question mark.
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Kuro stares in shock. "THE POWER OF THE 'DEVIL'S FRUIT'...!!" SFX: DON... Luffy, wearing a straw hat, grins widely while stretching his own cheek. "AND I'VE BECOME A RUBBERMAN!!" he declares. "YUP! I ATE A 'GOMU GOMU FRUIT'!!" The cloaked figures react with surprise. "WASN'T AN ILLUSION" one notes. "SO, RUBBERMAN, THEN THE STRETCHED ARM..." "NO WONDER THAT GUY'S SO WEIRD" "THIS IS BAD! YOU MEAN IT ACTUALLY EXISTSI!" "WHATI! DEVIL'S FRUITI!" They discuss how Luffy withstood the earlier attack. "AFTER GETTING HIT ON THE HEAD BY MY BLADE, THAT'S INCREDIBLE!! BUT HE CAN STILL STAND UP..."
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In the rocky cliff path, Jango lies sprawled on the ground groaning "UGH..." as a figure in the distance shouts "YES... YES!!" Behind him, Klahadore stands with his back turned, his voice echoing "JANGO!!" Klahadore turns dramatically, arms spread wide amid speed lines, declaring "YOU TAKE CARE OF KAYA OJOUSAMA... MAKE HER WRITE HER WILL, AND THEN..." while another voice responds "I WILL TAKE CARE OF THIS KID!" SFX "GIKUUU!" and "BAA...!!" punctuate the tension. The three Usopp Pirates—Ninjin, Piiman, and Tamanegi—stand together as one says "GOT IT" and another adds "THEY IRRITATE ME AND ALSO... THOSE THREE PUNY ANTS..." Kaya appears in close-up, sweat dropping in shock as she hears the order "KILL HER!"
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On the wide cliff path, a swordsman in a black cap blocks the way with arm outstretched, shouting "STOP!" and "GET THROUGH ME! I WON'T LET YOU..." The cloaked figure in front reacts with "!" SFX "GOUU!!" erupts as the fight intensifies. The masked fighters Buchi and Sham lunge forward with fierce expressions, yelling "SHHAAAA....!!" and "GRAAAHH....!!" while one is labeled "BUCHI!!!" The intense close-quarters clash fills the panels with motion lines and impact effects.
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The battle erupts violently as one fighter spins with "CAT TECHNIQUE..." while the opponent cries "OH NO!! THAT AGAINI!" A massive spinning attack launches with SFX "BOOM!!" and the devastating "FLYING DROP KICK!!" sends debris flying. Bodies tumble through the air amid huge impact SFX "ブッわっ！" and "バコォ」 as the powerful strike connects.
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The ground shatters under the force of the clash. SFX "BOOM!!" and "TAP TAP TAP" echo as rocks explode outward. Observers react in horror: "DAMN!! HE'S EVEN MORE POWERFUL THAN BEFORE!!" "THE GROUND CRACKED....!!" and "WAH...!!!" with SFX "ビキビキ" "CRACK" and "ドコォ" marking the destruction. A massive final impact SFX "バキン" sends a huge dust cloud billowing across the cliffside as a distant voice screams "YAAAAAAA....!!"
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Luffy stares in shock as Kuro's claws flash forward with terrifying speed. "SO POWERFUL!!!!" Luffy yells. "WHO IS HEI!" Kuro's attack tears through the air, SFX: グォッ and SHAAA, while a voice mutters, "IDIOT... HE CAN'T CONTROL HIS OWN STRENGTH..." The butler-turned-pirate lunges with both hands extended, his glasses reflecting cold menace. In a massive clash, Luffy is hurled backward by a crushing blow, SFX: ZUDOOO!! and ズドォオオ, debris exploding around him. A masked fighter in a black cap grits his teeth nearby, SFX: GYUUU, as the impact shakes the ground and sends shockwaves through the battlefield.
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Kuro and Luffy clash violently among the rocks. Kuro drives his clawed hand forward while Luffy blocks desperately with a pipe. "DON'T..." Kuro growls. "LOST TO ME BEFORE..." he continues. "YOU..." Luffy retorts. SFX: DOKA!! rings out from the strike. In the next instant Luffy is sent flying again, kicking wildly as he shouts, "GET IN MY WAY!!" Kuro is knocked back with a pained "ARGHH!!" as the pipe smashes into him amid flying debris and motion lines.
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The battlefield is strewn with fallen fighters. Luffy lies dazed, muttering, "OH NO! HE..." while Kuro stands tall in the distance. A dizzy Usopp groans, "DAMN...!! I FEEL DIZZY, I CAN'T GET UP...!! BUT I MUST STOP THE ENEMIES...!!" SFX: BA-N! The Usopp Pirate Group rushes in, the three kids shouting, "YES, CAPTAIN!!" Usopp's eyes widen in horror as he screams, "USOPP PIRATE GROUP!!" The children brandish weapons and yell, "WE WILL DESTROY YOUR ENEMIES!!" and "CAPTAIN, YOU'RE BADLY INJURED! WE CAN'T JUST RUN AWAY!!" Usopp, bloodied but determined, replies, "I... I TOLD YOU... WE WON'T RUN!!" Klahadore watches silently from the side.
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Usopp's face fills the frame, bloodied and desperate, as he roars, "PROTECT KAYA!!" Kaya stares at him with wide, tearful eyes and whispers, "USOPP-SAN..." Klahadore stands motionless in the background while the Usopp Pirates look on anxiously. From the ground Usopp shouts to his crew, "TAKE KAYA AWAY FROM HERE SAFELY!" and "I'M GIVING YOU THE MOST IMPORTANT TASK!" The children hesitate, moved by their captain's resolve.
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The three Usopp Pirates shout desperately, "YES, CAPTAIN!" "YES...!!!" "THIS IS THE CAPTAIN'S ORDER!! YOU MUSN'T REFUSE!!" as SFX BISHIII!!! rings out. Kuro, wearing his black hat and glasses, remarks, "BUT BASICALLY, HE'S JUST TELLING THEM TO RUN AWAY. HE PUTS IT NICELY..." while an octopus-like attacker lunges forward yelling "YOU CAN'T ESCAPE" and "IDIOTS!" SFX Z... and TATATA echo. Kuro spins his clawed gloves rapidly, SFX SPIN SPIN..., demanding "WHERE CAN YOU RUN TOI!" Kaya grabs the children and urges them, "GO IN THE FOREST! WE KNOW IT REALLY WELL!" as they flee together, one child crying "KAYA-SAN, RUN!" and another murmuring "UH..."
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Kuro launches a spinning claw attack, shouting "SPECIAL TECHNIQUE, NAMARII-BOSHI!!!!" as SFX DOSU!! and DODODOO... explode around him. The spherical-headed pirate lies on the ground laughing, "HEHHEH! SERVES YOU RIGHT!!" Jango stands over the fallen man. In the forest, the spherical pirate staggers up, gasping "O... OKAY!!" while Kuro, sweating and furious, yells at Jango, "JANGO, QUICK! AFTER THEM!!" and roars at the escaping group, "YOU... YOU BASTARD...!!!" SFX KACHI-N and KACHI-N mark the tense standoff.
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Kaya runs ahead calling "KAYA-SAN, THIS WAY!!" while distant figures chase through the woods, SFX TATATATATA. The spherical pirate warns, "IF YOU WANT TO HELP THEM, YOU CAN GO. IT'S NO USE, I KNOW VERY WELL HOW WEAK KAYA IS... THEY'LL NEVER BE ABLE TO OUTRUN JANGO!!" Usopp cries out "USOPP!" as the situation worsens, SFX DODON! and DON. A swordsman with a black mask and a straw-hatted boy stand ready; the swordsman declares "IF YOU CAN GET THROUGH THIS SLOPE ALIVE...!!!" and the boy shouts "LEAVE THIS TO US!" SFX DON and SRET! punctuate the moment. The page ends with "4 THE CRESCENT MOON - END".
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SPECIAL COLORING CORNER: A lively coloring page shows the Straw Hat crew and friends riding in a wooden cart pulled by a cow through a countryside village. Luffy waves excitedly with his mouth open, Nami smiles beside him, Usopp leans back laughing, and other characters including a man in a hat and a small reindeer-like figure tumble among produce. A signpost reads "VILLAGE" with a smiling face emblem. The scene is framed by trees, a windmill, mountains, and floating vegetables with expressive faces.
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One Piece Chapter 35: The Steep Slope Again

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Chapter 35 summary

Luffy stands over the fallen Kuro while the Black Cat Pirates react in shock to the captain's defeat. Kuro rises with his claws extended and charges at Luffy, who demonstrates his rubber powers after Kuro identifies them as coming from a Devil's Fruit. Kuro orders Jango to force Kaya to write her will and kill her along with the three children, then engages Luffy himself. Zoro blocks Jango's path but faces Buchi, who overpowers him with a flying drop kick and heavy strikes that send Zoro crashing to the ground. Usopp orders his young crew to protect Kaya and flee into the forest with her. Usopp shoots Jango with a lead pellet from his slingshot to aid their escape. Kuro declares that the group cannot outrun Jango and challenges Luffy and Zoro to survive the slope if they wish to help. Luffy steps forward and tells the others to leave the fight to him and Zoro.

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Key facts in chapter 35

  • p0Chapter 35 title page features straw-hatted pirate facing sea monsters.
  • p0Page includes English and Japanese text referencing Buggy’s pirate fleet adventures.
  • p1Captain Kuro lies defeated on the ground after being struck.
  • p1Luffy stands over the scene with fist raised in surprise.
  • p2Luffy prepares for further action by cracking his knuckles.
  • p2Usopp’s group seizes the moment to rush forward against the Black Cat Pirates.
  • p3Usopp’s pirate group launches a direct assault with clubs.
  • p3Kaya attempts to stop the Usopp Pirates from entering the battle.
  • p4Usopp is shown beaten and dazed on the ground during the confrontation.
  • p4Usopp Pirates refuse to abandon their captain despite the danger.
  • p4Kuro and Jango observe the children's actions with surprise.
  • p5Kuro attacks the Usopp Pirates with a shovel and bat.
  • p5The children refuse to abandon Usopp despite orders to flee.
  • p6Kuro uses a high-speed attack that sends Usopp flying.
  • p6Two cloaked figures observe the fight from afar.
  • p7Luffy reveals he is a rubberman due to the Gomu Gomu Fruit.
  • p7Kuro and the cloaked figures react with surprise to Luffy's ability.
  • p8Klahadore turns dramatically on the cliff path with arms extended.
  • p8Jango is shown defeated and sprawled after impact.
  • p8The three Usopp Pirates stand together observing the scene.
  • p8Kaya displays a shocked expression with sweat drop in close-up.
  • p9Zoro blocks the path with arm extended and sword drawn.
  • p9Buchi and Sham attack with fierce expressions and motion effects.
  • p9Large SFX GOUU!! appears during the confrontation.
  • p10Buchi performs a spinning cat technique attack.
  • p10The flying drop kick creates massive impact and debris.
  • p10Sham shows visible shock at the technique.
  • p11The ground cracks and shatters from the attack force.
  • p11Buchi and Sham are sent flying by the impact.
  • p11A large dust cloud covers the cliffside after the strike.
  • p12Kuro attacks with both clawed hands extended.
  • p12Luffy is hurled backward by a powerful blow causing debris explosion.
  • p12A masked fighter in black cap observes the impact nearby.
  • p13Luffy uses a pipe to block Kuro's claw attack.
  • p13Luffy kicks Kuro during the counterattack causing him to recoil.
  • p13Both fighters clash violently among rocks with significant impact force.
  • p14Usopp Pirate Group rushes onto the battlefield despite Usopp's protests.
  • p14Multiple fighters including Luffy and Usopp are down on the ground.
  • p14Klahadore observes the scene from a standing position in the background.
  • p15Usopp gives his crew the task of safely escorting Kaya from the battlefield.
  • p15Kaya reacts emotionally to Usopp's resolve while standing near Klahadore.
  • p15Usopp Pirate Group children receive direct orders from their injured captain.
  • p16Usopp Pirates obey an order to run away.
  • p16Kuro uses spinning claw technique against the group.
  • p16Kaya leads the children into the forest for escape.
  • p17Kuro launches spinning claw special attack.
  • p17Jango is ordered to chase the children.
  • p17Spherical pirate is left behind on the path.
  • p18Kaya leads the escape through the forest slope.
  • p18Masked swordsman and straw-hatted boy block the pursuers.
  • p18Jango and spherical pirate continue the chase.
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  • p0Straw-hatted pirate grips oar with determined glare while standing in small boat on rough waves.
  • p0Three large toothy fish monsters leap from water with open jaws around the boat.
  • p0Palm trees and distant island visible in background behind waves.
  • p0Large central splash illustration with dynamic wave lines and bubbles.
  • p0Chapter title text at top reads CHAPTER 35 “THE STEEP SLOPE AGAIN”.
  • p0Bottom banner shows Japanese text and English caption about Buggy’s Pirate Fleet cover series.
  • p0Pirate wears straw hat, dark vest, and holds wooden oar raised high.
  • p0Fish monsters display sharp teeth and spotted patterns on bodies.
  • p0One Piece logo appears in top right corner of page.
  • p1Luffy stands on cliff path with clenched fist and shocked posture facing forward.
  • p1Defeated Captain Kuro lies sprawled face-up on the ground with limbs spread.
  • p1Black Cat Pirates crew members kneel and stare in disbelief at fallen Kuro.
  • p1Large bold SFX “ドーン” and “ビー” dominate upper panel space.
  • p1Usopp sits on ground beside kneeling Kaya in lower panel.
  • p1Close-up of Kuro’s body with large SFX “ゴオオオオオオ…” across panel.
  • p1Cliffside path lined with trees and rocks frames the scene.
  • p1Kuro’s body shown in foreground shadow with detailed clothing folds.
  • p2Luffy cracks knuckles with serious glare and sweat drop on face.
  • p2Captain Kuro lies face-down with large SFX “ゴゴゴゴゴ…” emanating from body.
  • p2Jango appears with serious expression and SFX “ゴゴゴゴゴ” near him.
  • p2Heart-eyed Black Cat Pirate reacts with shock symbol “!!”.
  • p2Usopp’s group charges forward with motion lines and large SFX “ザザザザザザ!”.
  • p2Kaya cries out with open mouth while Usopp shouts beside her.
  • p2Multiple panicked crew members shown with wide eyes and sweat drops.
  • p2Luffy’s panel shows close-up of hand cracking and determined eyes.
  • p3Usopp Pirates leap from above with clubs raised toward target below.
  • p3Large SFX “ばばば” and impact effects surround the attacking group.
  • p3Multiple crew members strike with clubs showing motion lines and SFX “ドカ! ガン! バキ!!”.
  • p3Terrified Black Cat Pirate looks up with wide eyes and sweat.
  • p3Kaya shouts warning from side with visible tears and open mouth.
  • p3Usopp Pirates wear matching hats and outfits during the assault.
  • p3Close-up panels show repeated club strikes and impact stars.
  • p3Foreground figure receives multiple hits with body recoiling from blows.
  • p4Usopp lies on the ground with swirling eyes, sweat drops, and dazed expression after being beaten.
  • p4Usopp Pirates stand over Usopp holding shovels and a net, showing protective posture.
  • p4Kuro glares coldly with glasses and clenched expression while observing the children.
  • p4Jango displays heart-shaped eyes and open-mouthed shock with raised hands.
  • p4SFX AAAAH placed near panicked Black Cat Pirates in background.
  • p4SFX ZUUU...N positioned under the panel showing Usopp on the ground.
  • p4Usopp Pirates show angry faces and open mouths while confronting the adults.
  • p4Forest clearing background with scattered dirt and trees framing the confrontation.
  • p4Kuro positioned in foreground with dark suit and serious gaze directed at the kids.
  • p5Usopp Pirates stand defiantly with weapons raised facing Kuro.
  • p5Kuro looms over the children with menacing posture and extended arm.
  • p5SFX CRACKLE CRACKLE shown near Kuro's hands indicating energy or speed.
  • p5Kuro strikes with shovel and bat sending the boys flying backward.
  • p5One Usopp Pirate screams IDIOTS RUN while on the ground.
  • p5SFX AAAAH placed near the impact of the attack.
  • p5Forest path background with trees and distant figures watching.
  • p5Kuro's coat flows dramatically during the strike motion.
  • p5Usopp Pirates display determined angry expressions before being hit.
  • p6Kuro stands with crackling energy lines around his body.
  • p6Usopp Pirates stare in disbelief with open mouths and sweat drops.
  • p6SFX DOSYAA placed near Kuro's movement.
  • p6Kuro blurs forward with speed lines indicating rapid motion.
  • p6Usopp is sent flying with impact lines and UGH SFX.
  • p6Two cloaked figures watch from a distance on the path.
  • p6SFX DON marks the moment of the powerful strike.
  • p6Cloaked figures show question mark bubble indicating curiosity.
  • p6Forest path with rocky walls frames the distant observers.
  • p7Kuro stares in shock with wide eyes and open mouth.
  • p7Luffy stretches his own cheek with a wide grin while wearing a straw hat.
  • p7SFX DON placed near Kuro's surprised reaction.
  • p7Cloaked figures react with surprise and pointing gestures.
  • p7Jango appears with heart eyes and open mouth in the background group.
  • p7Black Cat Pirates show alarmed expressions in the foreground.
  • p7Luffy's arm remains stretched demonstrating rubber properties.
  • p7Forest path background with multiple characters reacting.
  • p7Speech bubbles surround Luffy highlighting the Gomu Gomu Fruit reveal.
  • p8Klahadore stands with back turned on rocky cliff path before dramatic turn with arms spread wide amid radiating speed lines.
  • p8Jango lies sprawled on the ground with swirling eyes and open mouth showing defeat.
  • p8Three Usopp Pirates stand clustered together facing away from viewer toward distant figures.
  • p8Kaya appears in close-up with wide eyes, sweat drop on cheek, and pale shocked expression.
  • p8Klahadore silhouette framed by large black radiating burst lines emphasizing command pose.
  • p8Small exclamation mark icon floats near Kaya panel indicating reaction.
  • p8Jango labeled with bold text near prone body on path.
  • p8Distant small figure visible on cliff path behind Klahadore.
  • p8Klahadore wears dark suit with visible belt and glasses in central panel.
  • p8Hand with multiple rings raised in foreground panel near Usopp Pirates.
  • p9Zoro stands blocking the wide cliff path with one arm outstretched and sword in hand.
  • p9Cloaked figure in foreground reacts with exclamation mark near head.
  • p9Buchi and Sham lunge forward with fierce masked expressions and open mouths.
  • p9Buchi labeled in bold text during attack pose.
  • p9Large motion lines and impact SFX fill the clash panels.
  • p9Zoro wears black cap and light shirt with visible sword hilt.
  • p9Cliff walls and path stretch into background with distant figures.
  • p9Sham shown with heart-shaped eye patch and striped clothing.
  • p9Buchi appears with striped outfit and aggressive forward lunge.
  • p10Buchi spins rapidly in mid-air with swirling cloak and extended limbs.
  • p10Sham reacts with wide eyes and open mouth in close-up panel.
  • p10Massive impact SFX and debris fly outward from the drop kick.
  • p10Flying drop kick labeled beside the spinning attacker.
  • p10Cat technique text appears near the spinning motion.
  • p10Bodies and rocks tumble through the air amid large impact effects.
  • p10Shattered ground and motion lines dominate the lower panels.
  • p11Ground cracks and shatters under massive force with flying rocks.
  • p11Buchi and Sham tumble through the air with shocked expressions.
  • p11Large dust cloud billows across the cliffside after impact.
  • p11Observers react with wide eyes and open mouths in horror.
  • p11Multiple SFX including BOOM, TAP TAP, CRACK, and DOKOOO mark destruction.
  • p11Distant small figure stands on remaining path edge near cliff drop.
  • p11Rocks explode outward in upper panels with radiating lines.
  • p11Final large impact SFX dominates the bottom panel with dust cloud.
  • p12Luffy stares forward with wide shocked eyes, open shouting mouth, sweat drops, and straw hat visible.
  • p12Kuro lunges with extended clawed right hand in foreground, sharp blades emphasized by motion lines.
  • p12Kuro's glasses reflect light with cold menacing glare while his mouth is slightly open.
  • p12Kuro's left hand also extended with claws, black outfit and cravat visible.
  • p12Background shows Luffy being hurled backward amid large explosion debris and dust clouds.
  • p12Large SFX グォッ and SHAAA placed near Kuro's claw strike.
  • p12SFX ZUDOOO!! and ズドォオオ dominate lower panel with impact lines radiating outward.
  • p12Masked fighter in black cap appears in side panel with gritted teeth, sweat, and intense narrowed eyes.
  • p12SFX GYUUU placed near masked fighter's clenched expression.
  • p12Kaya visible in small background panel kneeling with worried posture and sweat drops.
  • p12Panel composition shows claw hand thrusting directly toward viewer for aggressive depth.
  • p12Debris and rock fragments fly outward from central clash impact zone.
  • p13Luffy blocks Kuro's claw strike using a pipe held with both hands against rocky terrain.
  • p13Kuro's striped arm and claw hand thrust forward toward Luffy's face.
  • p13Kuro's face shows gritted teeth and intense glare during the clash.
  • p13Luffy is sent flying backward with legs kicking wildly and pipe still in hand.
  • p13Kuro recoils with pained open mouth and sweat drops after being struck.
  • p13Large SFX DOKA!! placed between the two fighters at moment of impact.
  • p13Debris and rock fragments scatter from the force of the exchange.
  • p13Luffy's back is shown mid-air with motion lines indicating high speed flight.
  • p13Kuro's body posture bends backward from the pipe strike to his torso.
  • p14Luffy lies dazed on rocks with open mouth muttering and sweat drops visible.
  • p14Kuro stands tall in the distance with arms at sides and composed posture.
  • p14Usopp lies injured on the ground with dizzy expression, sweat, and open mouth.
  • p14Usopp Pirate Group children run forward holding weapons with determined faces.
  • p14Usopp's eyes widen in horror as he sees his crew approaching the battlefield.
  • p14SFX BA-N! appears near the children charging into action.
  • p14Klahadore stands motionless in background with long coat and hat silhouette.
  • p14Usopp's face fills a panel with bloodied forehead, wide eyes, and shouting mouth.
  • p14Children brandish a mallet and bat while shouting with open mouths.
  • p14Background shows scattered fallen fighters across rocky terrain.
  • p15Usopp's bloodied face fills the frame with wide desperate eyes, open shouting mouth, and sweat.
  • p15Kaya stares with wide tearful eyes and slightly open mouth in shock.
  • p15Klahadore stands motionless in background with neutral expression and long coat.
  • p15Usopp Pirate Group children look on anxiously with worried postures.
  • p15Usopp lies on the ground looking up while shouting orders to his crew.
  • p15Klahadore's silhouette visible in distance near trees.
  • p15Children hesitate with mixed expressions of resolve and concern.
  • p15Usopp's head bandage and bloodied face emphasized in close-up panel.
  • p15Kaya's face shows visible tears and emotional distress.
  • p16Three Usopp Pirates stand side by side with wide open mouths and sweat drops shouting desperately.
  • p16Kuro appears in profile wearing black hat and glasses with neutral expression.
  • p16Octopus-like attacker lunges forward with multiple tentacle arms extended toward foreground.
  • p16Kuro spins clawed gloves rapidly creating circular motion lines and SPIN SPIN SFX.
  • p16Kaya grabs two children by the hands pulling them forward along forest path.
  • p16Children show panicked expressions while running away from Kuro.
  • p16Forest trees and path form background for escape scene.
  • p16Large BISHIII SFX emphasizes the children's shouted response.
  • p16Kuro's long coat and chain belt visible during claw spin attack.
  • p17Kuro performs spinning claw lunge with motion blur and large impact SFX.
  • p17Spherical-headed pirate lies on ground with laughing expression and sweat drops.
  • p17Jango stands over fallen spherical pirate in striped suit.
  • p17Kuro shows furious sweating face with wide eyes and gritted teeth.
  • p17Spherical pirate staggers up from ground with O... OKAY!! reaction.
  • p17KACHI-N SFX appears twice near tense standoff panels.
  • p17Forest path and trees form chase background.
  • p17Kuro's black coat flares during claw attack.
  • p18Kaya runs ahead on rocky forest slope calling back to group.
  • p18Distant figures including Jango and spherical pirate chase through trees.
  • p18Usopp shows shocked expression with sweat while shouting.
  • p18Masked swordsman and straw-hatted boy stand ready on slope.
  • p18Swordsman holds sword in defensive posture facing forward.
  • p18Straw-hatted boy crosses arms with confident stance.
  • p18Large DON and DODON SFX mark impact moments.
  • p18TATATATATA SFX trails the chasing figures.
  • p18Rocky slope and dense trees create narrow escape path.

Theories built on chapter 35

Syrup Village arc

  1. 32Grave Danger
  2. 33The Silent Man
  3. 34Clahador the Butler
  4. 35The Steep Slope Again
  5. 36Hunted!!
  6. 37Kuro, the Pirate with 100 Plans
  7. 38Pirate Fleet

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