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One Piece chapter 371: Kind Captain T-Bone — what is in it

Water 7 arc · 19 pages · 13 characters

Key facts in this chapter

  • p0Chapter 371 opens with a beach scene featuring Miss Goldenweek.
  • p1Luffy is riding outside the Puffing Tom train in stormy seas.
  • p2The Straw Hat group reacts to the Puffing Tom approaching on the platform.
  • p3Sea train passengers are stranded and shaken in rough seas.
  • p4Sea train front car has detached leaving two cars stranded.
  • p4Passengers inside remaining cars react with panic to the loss of engine.
  • p5Luffy uses Gomu Gomu Rocket to propel toward distant structure.
  • p5Detached train cars crash into the sea.
  • p6Luffy enters a building and is immediately attacked by marines.
  • p6Franky requests Zoro's assistance from the sea train.
  • p7Zoro uses Rashomon technique to destroy obstructing gate structure.
  • p7Luffy requests Zoro clear the path.
  • p8Front car of sea train is severed and labeled RA KY.
  • p8Luffy remains seated on the train during the separation event.
  • p9A Sea King five times larger than the train appears in front of the group.
  • p9Franky is identified as the spiky-haired speaker on the train.
  • p10T-Bone is a Marine captain wearing labeled armor.
  • p10T-Bone pursues the sea train through rough seas.
  • p11A second Sea Train appears on the scene.
  • p11T-Bone continues pursuit while declaring his justice motivation.
  • p12T-Bone stands on the tracks blocking the sea train path.
  • p12Luffy reacts with urgency to the approaching Marine captain.
  • p12T-Bone's subordinates respond immediately to his commands.
  • p13T-Bone initiates a direct sword attack on the sea train group.
  • p13Zoro engages T-Bone in close combat on the tracks.
  • p13The sea train continues forward during the fight.
  • p14T-Bone and Zoro exchange rapid powerful sword strikes.
  • p14Zoro evades T-Bone's full assault in mid-air.
  • p14The clash produces massive debris and structural damage.
  • p15T-Bone falls into the water after the clash.
  • p15The sea train continues past without stopping.
  • p15The crew celebrates defeating T-Bone.
  • p16Rocket Man train is actively charging across a damaged bridge.
  • p16Captain T-Bone left the train on foot and is considered to be in danger.
  • p16Sanji is credited with causing visible damage to the surroundings.
  • p16The train interior contains sea train passengers reacting to events.

What is said, page by page

  • p0Narration describes Miss Goldenweek's "MEET. BAROQUE" strategy volume 10 as fun capture plan.
  • p1Luffy shouts about bashing Tom and asks if they are there yet.
  • p1Voice tells Luffy to get back inside because it is Puffing Tom.
  • p1Luffy replies he likes being outside despite the new suit getting soaked.
  • p1Two men yell "300 POUND" and "GOMU GOMU" in shock.
  • p2Voice demands the group be serious for one minute.
  • p2Shouts mention Laguna destroyed and cannon fire.
  • p2Characters react to a train appearing in front of them.
  • p2Nami states it is too soon while others identify Puffing Tom.
  • p3Passengers note lack of engine and need to wait for rescue.
  • p3Voices express bad luck being stranded in bad weather.
  • p3Man with glasses states there is only one sea train and questions track movement.
  • p3Alarm raised about something coming up behind them.
  • p4Franky yells in panic that Sanji, Usopp, and possibly his brother may be inside the detached cars.
  • p4Passengers question how the cars disconnected and express shock at the stranded sea train without engine.
  • p4Rabbit mink and passengers scream about impending crash and urge hitting brakes.
  • p5Luffy declares he will check out the situation and launches himself forward.
  • p5Usopp panics asking Luffy what to do now.
  • p5T-Bone reacts with surprise to the train crash.
  • p6Luffy shouts for Sanji asking if he is present.
  • p6Onlookers recognize Luffy as Straw Hat and conclude attackers are government forces.
  • p6Franky calls for Zoro from the sea train offering help.
  • p7Luffy yells that the gate is in the way and orders it cut.
  • p7Zoro calmly agrees and performs Rashomon technique.
  • p7Flashback shows Zoro explaining Nitouryuu sword draw method.
  • p8Shocked sea train passengers erupt in collective scream at the violent car separation.
  • p8Luffy replies casually with YEAH while tapping his foot on the railing.
  • p9Spiky-haired figure notes the terrifying strength of a non-captain crew member.
  • p9Wide-eyed companion demands prior warning before extreme actions.
  • p9Black-haired man insists the crisis is not over yet with heavy sweating.
  • p9Passengers spot and react to massive Sea King appearing ahead of the train.
  • p10T-Bone declares he will lose limbs to waves rather than let civilians suffer.
  • p10T-Bone vows to catch the sea train and deliver justice.
  • p10T-Bone reflects internally on being tricked by the criminals.
  • p11T-Bone shouts that protecting civilians is his sole purpose in life.
  • p11Passengers react with shock at the sudden appearance of a new sea train.
  • p11Voices from afar notice someone aboard the new sea train.
  • p12Crowd voices identify T-Bone as Marine HQ captain and Ship Butcher with shocked panic.
  • p12Luffy yells at allies that they are blind and must hurry or be chopped in half.
  • p12T-Bone's subordinate shouts 'WAIT!!!' while obeying orders to prepare firing.
  • p12T-Bone internally questions the risk to his men if the train uses the track.
  • p12T-Bone orders his men to clear the way or die and leaves the fight to Zoro.
  • p13T-Bone declares he will cut the opponent in half in the name of justice.
  • p13T-Bone's subordinate repeats his rank from Marine headquarters.
  • p13Narration states the sea train heads toward the home of justice.
  • p13Internal note identifies Zoro as the pirate hunter linked to Robin.
  • p13T-Bone challenges the crew to come forward.
  • p13Crew states their destination is the place T-Bone protects.
  • p13Observer notes T-Bone is strong during the clash.
  • p14Marine soldier exclaims that Zoro dodged every attack.
  • p15T-Bone acknowledges the pursuer as a good man while soaked and panting.
  • p15Crew member states they cannot stop the train for T-Bone.
  • p15Crew notes the chopped train cars left behind.
  • p15Group cheers victory over the Ship Butcher with excitement.
  • p16Sweating character asserts they have even more important things on the line than justice, with intense expression.
  • p16Voice suggests justice may be an important burden to the listener.
  • p16Interior group reacts with shock that they are almost at the destination and realizes the damage was Sanji's doing.
  • p16Characters debate whether Captain T-Bone could have been run over or would have cut the train in half.
  • p16Urgent voices call to hurry because Captain T-Bone went out on foot and is in danger.
  • p16Character on Rocket Man declares intent to kick the pigeon guy flying.
  • p16Rocket Man crew orders charge forward as the enemy is close.