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One Piece chapter 402: Handcuff Number 2 — what is in it

Enies Lobby arc · 20 pages · 22 characters

Key facts in this chapter

  • p0Chapter 402 title page depicts a Marine fortress.
  • p1Kaku uses Ushi Ushi no Mi Model Giraffe.
  • p1Jyabura uses Zoan wolf transformation.
  • p2Handcuffs appear open and unusual in shape.
  • p3Kaku reaches full human-beast giraffe transformation.
  • p4Zoro is actively fighting Jyabura during the Enies Lobby arc.
  • p4Seastone handcuffs appear on Jyabura mid-battle.
  • p4Jyabura has a giraffe-related Devil Fruit transformation.
  • p5Giraffe-masked fighter performs a wide slashing attack called AMANE-DACHI.
  • p5Usopp is present near the Judicial Tower during the clash.
  • p5The attack causes major structural damage and debris.
  • p6The Judicial Tower sustains major structural cuts from the giraffe attack.
  • p6Zoro observes the mechanics behind the giraffe fighter's improved slashes.
  • p6The tower cut creates an opening revealing the sky above.
  • p7Zoro clashes directly with the giraffe-masked fighter after the tower attack.
  • p7The giraffe-masked fighter shows strong attachment to his giraffe transformation.
  • p7A black-coated CP9 agent intervenes in the confrontation.
  • p8Handcuffs connect two fighters who must fight while linked.
  • p8Keys to the cuffs are held by CP9 members.
  • p8Numbers on cuffs and keys determine matching pairs.
  • p9Each set of handcuffs and keys share matching numbers.
  • p9Number 2 key is presented as a possible match.
  • p9CP9 agents are searching for the correct key among their sets.
  • p10Neither presented key matches the connected handcuffs.
  • p10Three CP9 members remain possible key holders.
  • p10The connected fighters decide to attack the other CP9 members.
  • p11Explosion has damaged the Judicial Tower staircase.
  • p11Zoro falls inside the tower during the chaos.
  • p11Crew searches for the number 2 key while reacting to the collapse.
  • p12Handcuffs and keys in the scene are marked with numbers.
  • p12No. 2 key is identified as critical for freeing specific crew members.
  • p12Bear-hatted pirate identifies Sanji, Nami or Franky as potential targets.
  • p13Luffy is at a dock facing a tower surrounded by giant swirls.
  • p13Gates of Justice are visible from Luffy's position.
  • p14Fight occurs on Floor 0, Solitary Cell Isle between Nami and Kumadori.
  • p14Nami is overpowered by Kumadori's staff attacks.
  • p15Fight takes place in corridor in front of the kitchen between Franky and Fukurou.
  • p15Fukurou uses Tekkai and Soru techniques.
  • p15Franky claims his fists are real steel.
  • p16Scene takes place inside Kalifa's room.
  • p16Sanji is on the floor surrounded by debris.
  • p16Kalifa remains seated at her desk throughout the page.
  • p17Key hangs on a chain around Kalifa's neck.
  • p17Kalifa performs a powerful kick that sends Sanji flying.
  • p17Scene occurs inside the same room as previous page.

What is said, page by page

  • p1Kaku insists he likes being a giraffe despite mockery.
  • p1Jyabura mocks Kaku as a pitiful giraffeman for life while laughing.
  • p1Sanji questions if CP9 has multiple Zoan users.
  • p2Jyabura notes Zoro fell with Kaku allowing a pretended 2-on-2 fight.
  • p2Character expresses surprise at the weird hand-cuffs.
  • p2Kaku warns not to underestimate a giraffe's power.
  • p3Kaku announces his reborn giraffe power.
  • p3Sanji calls the transformed form absurd.
  • p3Kaku laughs triumphantly during the attack.
  • p4Zoro internally panics over a thoughtless line he said earlier, mood of self-rebuke and focus recovery.
  • p4Background voice demands Jyabura stop laughing, intent to refocus the fight.
  • p4Comment notes how Jyabura's squareness trait is strangely amplified, observational tone.
  • p4Jyabura reacts in shock questioning the sudden appearance of the handcuffs on his wrists.
  • p4Jyabura complains that the giraffe face is funny and his hand slipped into the cuffs.
  • p5Zoro mutters NN... sensing incoming threat with focused expression.
  • p5Giraffe-masked fighter screams something is coming and reacts with shock.
  • p5Giraffe-masked fighter calls out RAN-KYAKU and AMANE-DACHI technique names.
  • p5Usopp yells in panic as the slash impact reaches him.
  • p5Giraffe-masked fighter urgently warns Usopp to get down amid the attack.
  • p6Zoro notes the attacks have become deeper and sharper due to reach and body power.
  • p6Giraffe-masked fighter exclaims the Judicial Tower got cut and slid.
  • p6Tower occupants react with shock seeing the ceiling open to the sky.
  • p6Characters inside question why nothing is broken yet the sky is visible.
  • p7Giraffe-masked fighter declares he likes and loves giraffes with emotional tone.
  • p7Opponent mocks the giraffe-masked fighter for showing emotions in battle.
  • p7Zoro smirks thinking the display still poses no threat.
  • p7Giraffe-masked fighter panics yelling it's not his fault during the clash.
  • p7Zoro demands to know what the opponent is doing amid the impact.
  • p8Masked agent angrily orders removal of the cuffs while blaming the other for the connection.
  • p8Spiky-haired fighter retorts that the collision happened because the other was spacing out.
  • p8Background voices question what the connected pair is doing.
  • p8Group realizes one CP9 member holds the matching key and that the situation mirrors Robin's position.
  • p9Masked agent demands the number printed on the handcuffs.
  • p9Black-coated agent explains that matching numbered keys will open the cuffs immediately.
  • p9Distant voice calls out to the group from afar.
  • p9Masked agent identifies the key as number 2 and demands it be used.
  • p10Black-coated agent reports the key does not belong to him.
  • p10Masked agent echoes that the key is not his either.
  • p10Group concludes the key must belong to one of the remaining three CP9 members.
  • p10Spiky-haired fighter yells in frustration at the wasted effort.
  • p10One fighter declares that whoever kills the opponents first wins.
  • p11Man on stairs worries the building may collapse after the earlier blast.
  • p11Another character panics at the disjointed staircase.
  • p11Group below shouts for the number 2 key while noticing the handcuffs.
  • p11Characters call out to Zoro and Sogeking during the fall.
  • p11Chopper is spotted among the reacting crew.
  • p12Bear-hatted pirate urges immediate action to retrieve numbered key with desperate plea.
  • p12X-hatted pirate realizes handcuffs and keys are numbered and connects to No. 2.
  • p12Crew member warns against reckless fighting due to multiple opponents.
  • p12Bear-hatted pirate stresses that Sanji, Nami or Franky could be in danger if key is taken.
  • p12Bear-hatted pirate places full trust in the runner as their only hope.
  • p13Luffy questions the unexpected massive tower instead of a bridge.
  • p13Luffy notes giant swirls surrounding the structure.
  • p13Luffy asks if a regular boat can reach the tower.
  • p13Luffy spots the Gates of Justice in the distance.
  • p13Luffy wonders if Robin is already inside and decides to act immediately.
  • p14Nami screams in pain from staff strike.
  • p14Kumadori taunts Nami to give up while grabbing her.
  • p14Nami struggles and tells Kumadori to let go.
  • p14Kumadori declares intent to finish Nami.
  • p14Nami internally realizes she is no match for Kumadori.
  • p15Fukurou activates Tekkai and attempts boxing.
  • p15Franky counters with his signature attack.
  • p15Fukurou questions if Franky is a normal human.
  • p15Franky states his fists are real steel despite Tekkai.
  • p15Fukurou reacts with shock at the power of Franky's punches.
  • p16Sanji panics loudly that it is not time for tea and screams in refusal of the situation.
  • p16Sanji accuses Kalifa of casting a magical love trap spell and declares he will not fall for it again.
  • p16Kalifa calmly notes that Sanji has already had three cups of tea.
  • p16Sanji demands the key while expressing urgency and anger toward Kalifa.
  • p16Kalifa offers the key in a composed tone while noting the rush.
  • p17Kalifa asks why Sanji does not search for the key and hints it is hidden on her body.
  • p17Kalifa declares 'my pleasure' while revealing the key location.
  • p17Kalifa remarks that the situation is a bad sign.
  • p17Kalifa internally calls herself an idiot for the reveal.