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One Piece chapter 37: Kuro, the Pirate with 100 Plans — what is in it

Syrup Village arc · 21 pages · 12 characters

Key facts in this chapter

  • p0Chapter title is KURO, THE PIRATE WITH 100 PLANS
  • p0Page functions as title page for chapter 37
  • p1Luffy and Kuro engage in direct combat in forest clearing
  • p1Two small onlookers witness the start of the fight
  • p2Kuro lands multiple claw strikes sending Luffy flying
  • p2Sound effects emphasize speed and impact of Kuro's attacks
  • p3Luffy counters with stretched leg sweep sending Kuro flying
  • p3Luffy maintains offensive momentum after initial defense
  • p4Luffy launches a named fist attack from above.
  • p4Kuro evades the strike using extreme speed.
  • p4Black Cat Pirates react with visible shock to the outcome.
  • p5Kuro stands on Luffy extended arm during the fight.
  • p5Kuro initiates a sudden claw attack after yawning.
  • p5Luffy arm remains stretched across the scene.
  • p6Kuro kicks Luffy away after Luffy grabs his leg.
  • p6Luffy loses his hat while flying through the air.
  • p6Luffy lands hard on the ground after the kick.
  • p7Kuro leaves a trail of destruction with extended claws.
  • p7Luffy is bloodied but continues to confront Kuro.
  • p7Black Cat Pirates celebrate Kuro dominance in the fight.
  • p8Kuro demands the crew stop using the name Captain Kuro.
  • p8The plan involves permanently eliminating the name Captain Kuro.
  • p8Jango shows confusion with a question mark during the discussion.
  • p9Kuro decided three years ago to fake his death to escape his name.
  • p9Increasing notoriety caused constant marine and bounty hunter pursuit.
  • p9Jango reacts with panic upon hearing Captain Kuro wants to see him.
  • p10Scene takes place three years ago on the Black Cat Pirates ship.
  • p10Kuro expresses desire to abandon the pirate life.
  • p10Marine ships have been appearing frequently near the crew.
  • p11Kuro believes his name is the reason for constant marine attacks.
  • p11Kuro plans to fake his death to remove himself from the world.
  • p11Jango reacts with disbelief and offers escape options.
  • p12Black Cat Pirates crew observes their captain approaching a Marine vessel alone at night.
  • p12Crew reacts with confusion and fear that the captain may be captured or killed.
  • p12Ship is ordered to close distance and prepare for battle after noticing halted Marine attacks.
  • p13All Marines on the targeted ship have been defeated.
  • p13Kuro initiates the next phase of his plan from below deck.
  • p13Black Cat crew expresses lingering fear and respect for Kuro's strength.
  • p14Kuro confronts his wounded first mate on the ship deck.
  • p14First mate remains defiant despite severe injuries.
  • p14Kuro offers a reward tied to his own identity and reputation.
  • p15Jango hypnotizes a man to take blame as Captain Kuro.
  • p15Real Kuro reveals himself and claims responsibility for the Marine deaths.
  • p15Kuro outlines a scheme to fake his own capture and disappearance after execution of the double.
  • p16Luffy confronts Kuro on a cracked forest path.
  • p16Kuro initiates physical attack after verbal warning.
  • p16Luffy shows visible anger and resolve after being hit.
  • p17Kuro observes Luffy's abilities extend beyond stretching.
  • p17Luffy states his pirate dream during combat.
  • p17Fight continues with mutual attacks on rocky path.
  • p18Luffy overpowers Kuro sending him flying.
  • p18Small onlookers react to broken claws during fight.
  • p18Luffy declares superiority of his dreams over Kuro's plans.

What is said, page by page

  • p0Buggy shouts YEAH in large thought bubble conveying panic mixed with forced bravado while fleeing
  • p1Luffy reacts with disbelief saying NO WAY during initial clash
  • p1Kuro shouts DIE while lunging with claws extended
  • p1Onlookers exclaim THEY STARTED as fight begins
  • p2Luffy grunts UGH as Kuro's claw strike lands
  • p2Luffy cries AH in surprise from follow-up slashes
  • p3Luffy shouts GOMU GOMU while stretching for kick attack
  • p3Luffy declares AND while preparing follow-up strike
  • p3Kuro exhales FU after receiving leg sweep impact
  • p4Luffy calls out downward fist strike with forceful intent.
  • p4Black Cat Pirates cry out in alarm at the missed blow.
  • p4Luffy vocalizes surprise after the dodge.
  • p5Kuro comments on the fight becoming boring and sleep-inducing.
  • p5Black Cat Pirates express shock at Kuro standing on the stretched arm.
  • p5Kuro delivers an angry insult while attacking.
  • p6Kuro produces dismissive sound during the kick.
  • p6Luffy cries out while being launched.
  • p7Luffy states that Kuro made him bleed.
  • p7Black Cat Pirates praise their captain strength and power.
  • p7Crew cheers loudly for Captain Kuro.
  • p8Kuro roars at crew not to use his old name with extreme anger.
  • p8Black Cat Pirates scream in terror and shock at Kuro's outburst.
  • p8Narration states goal to erase the name Captain Kuro forever.
  • p8Narration explains real purpose of the plan.
  • p8Kuro asks coldly if the crew still does not understand.
  • p9Kuro declares he is making plans for reckless morons and is sick and tired.
  • p9Kuro explains he decided to kill himself three years ago.
  • p9Kuro recalls marines and bounty hunters chasing him due to growing notoriety.
  • p9Crewman shouts that Captain Kuro is looking for Jango.
  • p9Jango panics asking what is happening and referencing the incident.
  • p10Kuro tells Jango he wants to leave the ship.
  • p10Jango protests that it is Kuro's ship and he is the captain.
  • p10Crew reports a marine ship spotted to the north for the third time.
  • p10Kuro states he does not think he is suited for a pirate's life.
  • p10Kuro says he is sick of the chaotic lifestyle and suggests Jango become next captain.
  • p11Kuro explains the crew has become notorious because of his name.
  • p11Kuro states the name draws marines and bounty hunters.
  • p11Kuro declares he decided not to be Captain Kuro anymore.
  • p11Jango panics and asks what to do about the attacking marines.
  • p11Kuro announces he will die and disappear from the face of the earth.
  • p11Jango begs Kuro to stop kidding and warns of lifelong government pursuit.
  • p12Long-haired crew member expresses shock that someone is heading alone toward the Marines and questions if it is a surrender attempt.
  • p12Skull-shirt pirate wonders what the captain is doing by leaving alone.
  • p12Worried crew member with hand to forehead reports that attacks have stopped with no movement visible.
  • p12Angry crew member suggests the Marines may have killed the captain.
  • p12Multiple crew erupt in panic with shouts and weapon draws while ordering the ship to approach and prepare cannons.
  • p13Voice on Marine ship declares all opponents are dead.
  • p13Kuro calmly orders to begin the plan.
  • p13Subordinate acknowledges the order quietly.
  • p13Black Cat crew notes that the opponents were well-trained Marines.
  • p13Crew comments that the captain's power still causes chills and recalls he remains their captain.
  • p14Kuro states the first mate is not dead yet.
  • p14Wounded first mate groans in pain.
  • p14First mate challenges Kuro to kill him immediately.
  • p14First mate refuses to beg for life.
  • p14Kuro compliments the first mate's face and expresses being impressed.
  • p14First mate retorts that Kuro can still speak nonsense despite a broken jaw.
  • p14Kuro declares he will reward the first mate with the head of the 100 Plans Kuro.
  • p15Jango counts down while swinging pendulum and assigns blame to the bound man.
  • p15Hypnotized man repeats that the tragedy was caused by Captain Kuro and that he captured him.
  • p15Kuro declares that the tragedy was caused by himself and confirms he is Captain Kuro.
  • p15Kuro explains the plan involving the first mate's hypnosis and the fake captain's execution.
  • p15Kuro states the plan ensures Captain Kuro will disappear from the world.
  • p15Kuro notes that his plan requires obtaining wealth and peace to be complete.
  • p16Kuro speaks coldly from distance questioning if Luffy understands the situation and warning about interference with plans.
  • p16Luffy replies with fierce back-turned determination stating he spent three years on his plan and it cannot fail.
  • p16Luffy yells in raw anger and pain while being struck with body twisting from the force.
  • p17Luffy grunts in pain while being thrown through the air.
  • p17Kuro notes that Luffy can do more than stretch during the fight.
  • p17Luffy declares his goal to become a pirate and mentions ongoing training with defiant tone.
  • p17Luffy grunts again when slammed down before launching a counterattack.
  • p18Kuro warns about fear of name being known while being struck.
  • p18Luffy retorts questioning Kuro's tiredness and states his dreams are greater than plans.
  • p18Onlookers shout that the cat's claws are broken during the clash.
  • p18Luffy presses attack asking how Kuro can be a pirate with such plans.