One Piece chapter 36: Hunted!! — what is in it

Syrup Village arc · 26 pages · 16 characters

Key facts in this chapter

  • p0This is the cover of One Piece Volume 5.
  • p1Chapter title page features Klahadore.
  • p2Recap page introduces main characters with portraits.
  • p4Chapter 36 title page shows Mohji and Cabaji charging.
  • p5Group flees through forest from a hypnotist pursuer.
  • p5Kaya is protected by Usopp and three young crew members.
  • p5Usopp leads while carrying a slingshot.
  • p6Jango cuts down trees to pursue the group.
  • p6Usopp's silhouette appears in foreground during attack.
  • p7Jango possesses strength to destroy large sections of forest.
  • p7Heart-shaped sunglasses are visible on Jango.
  • p8Going Merry is docked near a rocky cliff path.
  • p8Kuro observes events from the cliff area.
  • p8Usopp reacts to forest destruction sounds from afar.
  • p9Kuro admits Kaya is disposable in his plan.
  • p9Luffy refuses to save Kuro.
  • p9Zoro concludes Kuro cannot be redeemed.
  • p9Buchi attacks with spiked weapon.
  • p9Usopp is pinned under attack.
  • p10Buchi attacks with weapon and punch.
  • p10Kuro intervenes with spinning blade technique.
  • p10Kuro pins an opponent under blades.
  • p11Kuro's attack sends multiple bodies flying.
  • p11Usopp is immobilized on ground.
  • p11Luffy reacts with shock to Usopp's state.
  • p11Usopp laughs defiantly at Kuro.
  • p12Helmeted figure declares intent to protect others despite injury.
  • p12Luffy charges into attack with rage.
  • p12Jango shows surprise.
  • p12Clash occurs with cat-masked pirate.
  • p13Usopp remains on the ground after impact while declaring his resolve.
  • p13Black Cat Pirates react with open mockery and laughter to Usopp's speech.
  • p14Luffy directly threatens the Black Cat Pirates over mockery of Usopp.
  • p14Luffy initiates physical clash with Buchi Neko.
  • p15Luffy lands a powerful kick sending the cat pirate flying.
  • p15The kick produces significant impact effects and motion.
  • p16Buchi is shown defeated on the ground after Luffy's attack.
  • p16Kuro appears with blade extended and blocks the path.
  • p16Short-haired woman with weapon announces intent to chase the hypnotist.
  • p17Kuro physically blocks the path with arms spread.
  • p17Luffy arrives mid-conflict and claims responsibility for passage.
  • p18Luffy initiates attack while calling for allies.
  • p18Kuro successfully blocks Luffy's punch with crossed arms.
  • p19Kuro vanishes from visible area after initial exchange.
  • p19Luffy is struck by an off-panel attack while searching.
  • p20Luffy uses Gomu Gomu no Spear technique against Kuro.
  • p20The attack creates a crater upon landing on Kuro.
  • p21Scene occurs on a forest path.
  • p21Kuro wears long coat and claw gloves.
  • p21Jango wears cat-like mask.
  • p22Luffy has a scar under left eye.
  • p22Kuro wears glasses.
  • p22Action takes place on forest path.
  • p23Scene in forest clearing with broken pillars.
  • p23Jango has heart-shaped eyes in one panel.
  • p23Kaya is present with Usopp Pirates.
  • p24Kaya collapses in forest.
  • p24Usopp Pirates decide to fight.
  • p24Kuro confronts the group in clearing.

What is said, page by page

  • p0Title text implies volume theme "FOR WHOM THE BELL TOLLS"
  • p2Recap text summarizes Luffy's dream to become Pirate King
  • p5Usopp asks if the hypnotist is still pursuing them, urgent and leading the escape.
  • p5Small voice replies they see no one and may have lost him, relieved tone.
  • p5Goggle kid reassures Kaya they will protect her, confident and protective mood.
  • p5Helmeted kid claims the pursuer is dreaming to catch them in the forest, defiant intent.
  • p5Kaya softly thanks the group while panting, grateful and weary context.
  • p5Usopp declares the statement true in the name of the Usopp Pirate Group, rallying cry.
  • p6Kaya gasps WHAT?! in sudden alarm.
  • p6Usopp stammers WHA- in mid-reaction.
  • p6Jango states NOT HERE... while advancing through wreckage.
  • p7Jango yells BRATS! WHERE ARE YOU?! in furious pursuit.
  • p7Group reacts in shock realizing he is not a normal hypnotist.
  • p7Jango threatens they cannot get away.
  • p7Jango orders to clear the whole damn forest.
  • p7Jango declares he will just have to... as threat escalates.
  • p8Usopp blurts WHAT WAS THAT NOISE...?! upon hearing distant destruction.
  • p8Kuro calmly states it is probably just Jango losing his temper.
  • p8Kuro notes the listener will probably be too late.
  • p8Usopp growls DAMN.....!! in frustration.
  • p8Kuro asks CAN YOU? in close-up.
  • p8Klahadore states WE'D BETTER HURRY.
  • p9Kuro states Kaya is a pawn in his plan and might thank her if she dies, cold and detached tone.
  • p9Off-panel voice shouts NO in protest.
  • p9Luffy yells he never thought of saving Kuro, angry and rejecting intent.
  • p9Zoro internally notes this guy is beyond saving, resigned judgment.
  • p9Buchi roars BUCHI!! while swinging weapon, aggressive charge.
  • p9Usopp declares he can't let the enemy do whatever they want and must save the others or they die, desperate resolve.
  • p10Voice warns don't get in the way during clash.
  • p10Buchi screams SHHYAAA!! while punching.
  • p10Kuro states you've messed around enough, cold warning.
  • p10Kuro says he is in a hurry while striking.
  • p10Kuro threatens he won't kill if opponent lies down quietly.
  • p11Usopp gasps he can't move his body.
  • p11Usopp mutters da... damn it.
  • p11Luffy shouts USOPP!! in alarm.
  • p11Kuro notes even catching Jango won't make them a match and suggests lying down.
  • p11Usopp laughs wildly calling Kuro a joke.
  • p12Bloodied helmet figure shouts I WILL PROTECT THEM!!!! with fierce determination.
  • p12Luffy labeled in shock.
  • p12Jango reacts AH?.
  • p12Luffy yells ARRGHH!!! while attacking.
  • p12Cat-masked pirate screams SHYAAA!!! during claw strike.
  • p13Usopp declares he is a brave warrior of the sea who will protect villagers and leads the Usopp Pirate Group, spoken with defiant intent from the ground.
  • p13Black Cat Pirates mock Usopp as pathetic and weird for shouting loudly, delivered with loud laughter and pointing gestures.
  • p14Luffy threatens to kill the pirates if they laugh at Usopp again, spoken with visible anger.
  • p14Luffy calls Buchi a moron while charging forward.
  • p14Buchi tells Luffy not to interfere and claims he already warned him.
  • p15Luffy shouts OUTTA THE WAY!!! while delivering the kick.
  • p15Cat-masked pirate reacts with visible shock exclamation.
  • p16Short-haired woman states she will take Usopp and pursue the hypnotist while charging.
  • p16Kuro calmly orders Luffy to go quickly and asks if there is a problem.
  • p17Short-haired woman protests needing guidance through woods and insists going alone would be faster, showing frustration and urgency.
  • p17Masked figure stammers an apology with nervous sweat, indicating submission.
  • p17Kuro declares no one passes him with aggressive blocking stance and commanding tone.
  • p17Luffy shouts I DID with wide grin and confident interruption, shifting momentum.
  • p18Luffy yells encouragement to Zorro and Usopp while charging forward with aggressive intent.
  • p18Short-haired woman shouts another punch during her counterattack, showing combat focus.
  • p18Luffy reacts with surprise exclamation as he is sent flying.
  • p19Luffy exclaims he disappeared while searching the empty clearing with surprise.
  • p19Luffy cries UWOAH as unseen kick sends him flying.
  • p20Luffy calls out GOMU GOMU during stretch preparation.
  • p20Luffy names the attack SPEAR during downward strike.
  • p20Kuro reacts with shocked exclamation as spear connects.
  • p21Usopp urgently warns that enemies already reached the slope with panicked tone.
  • p21Kuro calmly states he wants to ask one question before fighting in menacing mood.
  • p21Jango reacts in shock that the kid dares challenge Captain Kuro.
  • p21Luffy questions why a stranger gets involved with the village in confused intent.
  • p22Luffy declares he does not want to see his friend dead with determined grin.
  • p22Kuro questions if Luffy is okay with dying for such a simple reason.
  • p22Kuro directs Luffy to turn around and go right or left with mocking tone.
  • p22Luffy yells he is not going to die anyway during forward charge.
  • p23Jango wonders where they went with confused expression.
  • p23Jango shouts they are here to protect Kaya-san with intense tone.
  • p23Kaya gasps in shock and fear.
  • p23Children cry out in panic with multiple gasp sounds.
  • p24Children argue it is too dangerous and they must take Kaya to doctor.
  • p24Voice yells for Kaya-san to hang in there amid panic.
  • p24Children declare they are going to fight and make a decision.
  • p24Kuro calls out there you are in final panel.