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One Piece Chapter 397: To Reach the Future
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Chapter 397 summary
Saul hurls a Marine warship into the sea near Ohara as Robin watches from the burning shore while the Tree of Omniscience blazes under the Buster Call. Scholars inside the library throw books out the windows into the lake to save them from the flames. Saul tells Robin to run to the evacuation ship, but the passengers call her a monster and refuse to let her board after Spandine identifies her as a target. Sakazuki destroys the evacuation ship from his warship to ensure no scholars escape. Saul battles Kuzan, grabs Robin, and flees, but Kuzan freezes him with Ice Time Capsule. Saul urges Robin to run with all her might, find nakama on the vast sea, and smile as he laughs Dereshishishishi before the ice fully encases him. The Tree of Omniscience collapses while Robin runs alone through the ruins. Kuzan lets her leave the island, and Robin forces a smile like Saul's while sailing away on a small boat.
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Key facts in chapter 397
- p0Chapter 397 title page depicts a chained group led by a man marked with '3'.
- p1A massive ship is shown violently breaking apart on rocky shores.
- p1Two young girls react to the distant shipwreck with shock and observation.
- p2Vice Admiral Saul attacks marines while rampaging across the island.
- p2Ohara scholars attempt to save books from the burning library.
- p3Young Nico Robin begs Saul to stop his rampage.
- p3Ohara scholars prioritize saving books over personal safety during the attack.
- p4Explosions tear through Ohara with a massive mushroom cloud visible.
- p4Young Robin stands amid the chaos with tears and sweat.
- p4A giant figure is thrown by a colossal blast.
- p5Young Robin watches in terror with sweat and tears.
- p5Saul urges Robin to live during the bombardment.
- p5Evacuation ship starts departing while Robin runs toward it.
- p6Ohara villagers identify young Robin and refuse her boarding.
- p6Ship crew argues over allowing the child on board.
- p6Young Robin stands shocked with hands raised amid the rejection.
- p7Spandine forbids young Robin from boarding the evacuation ship.
- p7A figure on the cliff spots young Robin.
- p7Saul reacts in anger to the order against Robin.
- p8Saul uses a partisan weapon during the confrontation.
- p8Kuzan possesses an ice-based Devil Fruit ability.
- p8Young Robin is present and observing the battle on Ohara.
- p9Buster Call bombardment is actively destroying the Ohara shoreline.
- p9Kuzan is a former marine participating in the operation.
- p10Vice Admiral Sakazuki is present on the shore during the Buster Call.
- p10An evacuation ship explodes during the bombardment.
- p11Sakazuki later becomes Admiral Akainu.
- p11Saul confronts Sakazuki directly about the justice of the Buster Call.
- p12Saul uses Ice Time Capsule technique to freeze Marine ships.
- p12Young Robin is carried by Saul during the escape from Ohara.
- p12Explosions occur at the harbor as Marines attack fleeing figures.
- p13Saul offers his raft to Robin for escape.
- p13Saul admits he is caught by Marines.
- p13Robin refuses to leave Saul behind.
- p14Saul teaches Robin to smile during hardship.
- p14Saul predicts Robin will meet nakama in the future.
- p14Robin begins to run away as Saul is attacked.
- p15Saul dies frozen after protecting Robin.
- p15The Tree of Knowledge burns and falls during the Ohara incident.
- p15Robin witnesses Saul's death and the destruction of Ohara.
- p16Young Nico Robin is leaving the shore carrying a bag.
- p16Aokiji creates an ice path across the sea for escape.
- p16Ohara is burning in the background during the conversation.
- p17Ohara library is shown burning during flashback.
- p17Robin is shown as a child during her birthday celebration.
- p17Scholars and villagers celebrate Robin's scholarship acceptance.
- p18Young Robin weeps with a broken smile.
- p18A figure falls between ice cliffs into the sea.
- p18Saul's voice promises Robin will meet nakama in the future.
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- p0Chapter title page with bold header 'Chapter 397: TO REACH THE FUTURE' centered at top.
- p0Large man with prominent '3' emblem on back leads chained procession while holding spear.
- p0Curly-haired child in striped shirt and striped socks carries basket while chained at neck.
- p0Diminutive afro-haired figure with bow walks chained behind the child.
- p0Short-haired woman in dark outfit and boots walks chained in line.
- p0Tall spiky-haired man in long coat and boots walks chained at end of line.
- p0Tall wooden door with metal rings and stone staircase visible beside the group.
- p0Palm trees and flying birds in background under cloudy sky.
- p0Stone brick path and low wall form foreground base of scene.
- p0Bottom caption box references Miss Goldenweek's 'MEET BAROQUE' strategy volume 29.
- p0All figures shown in profile walking rightward with neutral expressions.
- p1Top panel shows close-up of wild-haired giant roaring with wide open mouth and heavy impact lines.
- p1Large ornate ship breaking apart on rocky shore with waves and flying debris.
- p1Small dark creature tumbles through air near collapsing ship structure.
- p1Lower left panel shows young dark-haired girl sitting on ground watching distant wreckage.
- p1Lower right panel shows shocked girl with wide tear-filled eyes and open mouth in alarm.
- p1Ship panels display visible name fragments and structural damage.
- p1Smoke and motion lines emphasize destruction across multiple panels.
- p1Background trees and hills frame the shipwreck scene.
- p2Giant Vice Admiral Saul rampages through marines with open mouth and sweat drops.
- p2Marines scatter in panic with visible motion lines and debris.
- p2Starburst panel highlights Saul smashing buildings and sending rubble flying.
- p2Scholars and civilians gather books from library shelves amid chaos.
- p2Books fly through air as figures throw them toward windows and lake.
- p2Marine uniforms and helmets visible on panicked soldiers.
- p2Background shows burning structures and scattered papers.
- p2Multiple speech bubbles overlap the action panels.
- p3Young Nico Robin screams at Saul with tears and desperate expression.
- p3Saul smashes library interior sending books and debris flying.
- p3Scholars carry stacks of books while running through destruction.
- p3Books scatter and fall in large numbers across multiple panels.
- p3Robin reaches forward with open hands toward the giant.
- p3Scholars throw books out windows toward water below.
- p3Close-up of books labeled with visible text fragments.
- p3Final panel shows scholars continuing to protect documents amid rubble.
- p3Robin displays sweat drops and intense facial expression.
- p4Young Robin in foreground with tears streaming down face, wide fearful eyes, and open mouth showing horror.
- p4Massive mushroom cloud explosion rising from Ohara island with burning trees and debris.
- p4Giant figure Saul hurled backward by blast with arms flailing and mouth open in pain.
- p4Multiple large SFX panels showing impact blasts and shaking ground with ドカン and ドドドドド effects.
- p4Evacuation ship visible in background near shore amid smoke and chaos.
- p4Young Robin later shown standing amid rubble with sweat drops, heavy breathing lines, and shocked expression.
- p4Explosions engulfing buildings and landscape with flying debris and smoke clouds.
- p4Close-up panel of young Robin's face with tears, sweat, and trembling mouth.
- p4Distant view of island with multiple simultaneous blast clouds and fire.
- p4Young Robin's small silhouette against large-scale destruction and mushroom cloud.
- p5Young Robin close-up with wide terrified eyes, sweat drops, and tears on face while gazing upward.
- p5Large smoke and debris cloud filling sky with multiple cross-shaped SFX and MOO-OOOM effect.
- p5Distant giant silhouette standing on hilltop amid explosions.
- p5Saul's giant face in close-up with wide open mouth shouting urgently.
- p5Marines on warship aiming cannons toward shore with aggressive postures.
- p5Young Robin running desperately toward evacuation ship with arms raised and motion lines.
- p5Evacuation ship beginning to depart with smoke from engines and crew visible on deck.
- p5Multiple impact SFX around ship and shore showing ongoing blasts.
- p5Young Robin's back view running with HAA breathing effects and desperate posture.
- p6Panicked Ohara villagers with angry faces, sweat drops, and shouting mouths in crowd.
- p6Young Robin in foreground with shocked wide eyes and hands raised defensively.
- p6Ship crew members arguing on deck with varied expressions including anger and concern.
- p6Hands reaching out toward young Robin from the ship with motion lines.
- p6Young Robin covering mouth with both hands in horror as crowd rejects her.
- p6Large ship hull and rope visible as crew debates boarding.
- p6Background figures pointing and yelling with exclamation SFX.
- p6Young Robin's face showing tears and fear while labeled as monster by crowd.
- p6Multiple overlapping speech bubbles from angry mob surrounding the girl.
- p7Spandine shouting into Den Den Mushi with angry face and pointing finger from warship.
- p7Distant figure on cliff pointing toward young Robin with exclamation effect.
- p7Young Robin running alone on shore with small silhouette and motion lines.
- p7Saul's giant face reacting with shock and sweat while holding weapon.
- p7Warship and evacuation ship visible in background with smoke and water effects.
- p7Young Robin turning with surprised expression toward the new voice.
- p7Spandine identified as Chief Spandine with CP9 reference in dialogue.
- p7Explosions continuing near ships with debris and blast clouds.
- p7Young Robin's final close-up showing fear and sweat as she is singled out.
- p8Marines in panic firing weapons with multiple impact SFX and smoke clouds.
- p8Saul's massive partisan swing creating large motion lines and debris.
- p8Kuzan countering with giant ice block projectile shattering on contact.
- p8Young Robin standing in foreground watching the clash with open mouth.
- p8Close-up of Saul's roaring face with wide eyes and beard details.
- p8Marine officer pointing forward with sweat drops and tense posture.
- p8Explosions and dust clouds filling midground during the charge.
- p8Kuzan shown with grim expression and outstretched arm in lower panels.
- p8Young Robin labeled near Saul with small body and dark dress silhouette.
- p8Large SFX for partisan strike and ice impact dominating central panels.
- p8Background trees and structures partially destroyed by the fight.
- p9Kuzan standing with serious expression and dark coat silhouette.
- p9Massive Buster Call cannon fire and smoke covering the shoreline.
- p9Multiple warships visible in background firing simultaneously.
- p9Young Robin watching the bombardment with small figure in lower panel.
- p9Kuzan shown in close-up with thought bubbles and stern gaze.
- p9Large explosion clouds and impact SFX across the shore.
- p9Marine figures retreating amid smoke and debris.
- p9Kuzan declaring his stance with clenched posture.
- p10Burning and sinking warships with heavy smoke and debris.
- p10Large sea explosion with massive impact SFX and water spray.
- p10Vice Admiral Sakazuki standing on shore with raised fist.
- p10Panicked civilians and marines with wide eyes and open mouths.
- p10Marine with glasses speaking amid the chaos.
- p10Narration text box about the changing shape of justice.
- p10Sakazuki's warship identified as the source of the explosion.
- p10Young Robin shown with shocked expression among the crowd.
- p11Sakazuki with raised fist and gritted teeth in close-up panels.
- p11Nameplate identifying Sakazuki as Marine Headquarters Vice Admiral.
- p11Saul erupting from water with enraged expression and motion lines.
- p11Sakazuki declaring the need to root out evil thoroughly.
- p11Young Robin visible in background silhouette during the confrontation.
- p11Large impact SFX and water splashes around Saul's emergence.
- p11Sakazuki shown with intense facial close-up emphasizing determination.
- p11Saul questioning Sakazuki's justice with aggressive posture.
- p12Burning harbor with multiple Marine warships firing cannons amid large explosions and smoke clouds.
- p12Giant Jaguar D. Saul carrying young Nico Robin while charging through water and debris.
- p12Large SFX ゴォォォォォ...オォ...オォ...!!! spanning the water surface.
- p12Saul roaring OGH!!! with intense facial expression during attack.
- p12Massive ice wave erupting around ships labeled ICE TIME CAPSULE with CRACKLE!!! SFX.
- p12Large SFX ビシィィィィィ...!!! showing rapid ice spread across the sea.
- p12Young Robin standing on shore with wide eyes and open mouth in shock.
- p12Saul silhouette in background on shore with TMP TMP... SFX.
- p12Robin labeled SAUL !!! with sweat drops and distressed posture.
- p13Bloodied and exhausted Saul looming over young Robin on ruined shore with heavy breathing HAA SFX.
- p13Saul pointing forward while urging Robin to use his raft and sail away.
- p13Young Robin standing small in distance looking up at Saul.
- p13Saul's massive face with sweat and wounds filling upper panel.
- p13Robin screaming NO!! with tears and wide eyes.
- p13Saul pushing Robin onward with GO!!! while declaring he is caught.
- p13Robin close-up with large eyes and sweat drops showing fear.
- p13Background rocks and debris on the shore with HAA SFX repeated.
- p14Close-up of Saul's bloodied face with sweat flying and intense eyes shouting at Robin.
- p14Young Robin's face in profile showing terror and tears.
- p14Saul laughing wildly DERESHISHISHI!!! with open mouth.
- p14Small panels showing Saul teaching Robin to smile and not look back.
- p14Saul silhouette on ground with ice effects and TMPTMP SFX.
- p14Robin running away with ZAK... SFX and silhouette against rocks.
- p14Saul's final declaration panel with large speech bubble about nakama.
- p14Marines and debris in background during the confrontation.
- p15Saul's massive frozen body crashing down amid explosions and ice debris.
- p15Robin weeping with tears streaming down her face.
- p15Saul's voice bubble I'M SORRY ROBIN... as he falls.
- p15Burning Tree of Knowledge in background with scholars and Marines reacting in horror.
- p15Saul's final words about humans and history appearing in multiple panels.
- p15Robin standing frozen in grief with close-up tearful eye.
- p15Large SFX for impact and falling debris around Saul's body.
- p15Marines and villagers shown in shock as the tree burns.
- p16Young girl with short black hair carries small bag while walking away from shore toward rocky path.
- p16Distant tall figure stands near boat on left side of wide panel.
- p16SFX crackle and motion lines trail behind girl as she moves right.
- p16Close-up shows girl with wide tear-streaked eyes, sweat drops, and distressed open-mouth expression.
- p16Tall man in dark cap and sunglasses faces girl in profile, serious expression.
- p16Background shows burning structures and smoke on distant island.
- p16Ice path stretches across sea toward land in lower wide panel.
- p16Girl appears in silhouette from behind while facing burning coastline.
- p16Girl close-up with gritted teeth and tears, shouting with motion lines around head.
- p16Man's hand raised near face during speech.
- p17Smiling older man with light hair asks about liking books in close-up.
- p17Burning library of Ohara shown with massive flames and smoke, lone figure visible in distance.
- p17Young girl with short black hair looks on with sad expression and sweat drop.
- p17Flashback shows young Robin beside blonde girl with tears.
- p17Crowd cheers with confetti and banners during birthday celebration.
- p17Small child offers cake in excited panel.
- p17Library erupts into chaos with flames, debris, and falling objects.
- p17Close-up of Robin crying with wide eyes.
- p17Laughing face with open mouth and motion lines during flashback.
- p17Burning debris and structural collapse fill background panels.
- p18Young girl with short black hair cries with wide broken smile and streaming tears.
- p18Battered figure coughs violently while clutching face with sweat drops.
- p18SFX for coughing and sobbing appear near injured character.
- p18Lone small figure plummets toward sea between tall jagged ice cliffs.
- p18Dramatic wide panel shows turbulent sea and ice walls from high angle.
- p18Girl's face fills panel with closed eyes, tears, and laughing-crying expression.
- p18Massive flames and smoke rise behind coughing figure.
- p18Falling figure appears as dark silhouette against ice and water.
- p18Large motion lines and impact effects surround falling body.
Theories built on chapter 397
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