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One Piece chapter 45: Before the Storm — what is in it

Baratie arc · 27 pages · 16 characters

Key facts in this chapter

  • p4Page is a full recap spread titled THE STORY OF ONE PIECE covering East Blue saga events up to Baratie.
  • p4Chapter number 45 appears in Japanese text on the right side.
  • p6Page is the title page for chapter 45 titled BEFORE THE STORM.
  • p6Scene is set on an ornate interior staircase with visible 'NEIGHBOUR'S' sign.
  • p7Page contains only one small panel depicting Don Krieg laughing.
  • p8Luffy is on upper level of Baratie calling down to Sanji and Gin on the deck below.
  • p8Sanji and Gin stand together on the lower deck reacting to Luffy's offer.
  • p9Conversation occurs on the Baratie restaurant deck.
  • p9Sanji references the owner's pirate past.
  • p9Empty dishware indicates recent meal on deck.
  • p10Poison symbol bottle present on deck during talk.
  • p10Sanji has personal reason to continue working at Baratie.
  • p11Luffy becomes intensely angry when invitation is refused.
  • p11Argument centers on Sanji joining the crew.
  • p12Gin is a member of the Krieg Pirate Crew.
  • p12Luffy announces plan to enter Grand Line.
  • p13Gin discusses dangers of the Grand Line with Luffy on the ship deck.
  • p13Luffy inquires about the Krieg Pirates during the conversation.
  • p14Baratie kitchen is in chaotic activity with multiple chefs working.
  • p14Chefs discuss the identity of the earlier beaten customer.
  • p15Don Krieg commands a large pirate fleet shown in background silhouette.
  • p15Baratie chefs realize the beaten customer belongs to the Krieg Pirates.
  • p16Mustached head chef leads the Baratie kitchen staff.
  • p16Chefs debate whether to fear Don Krieg's retaliation.
  • p17Scene takes place on Baratie deck with open sea visible.
  • p17Gin departs in a small boat after receiving food.
  • p17Sanji is smoking a cigarette during the farewell.
  • p18Sanji receives a blow from behind on the deck.
  • p18Gin rows away in the small boat after the exchange.
  • p18Mustached head chef supervises from the Baratie deck.
  • p19Luffy wears an apron and a sign stating his temporary suspension from pirating.
  • p19Kitchen staff react with chaos to Luffy's arrival.
  • p19Dining customers express dissatisfaction with service.
  • p20Luffy works as errand-boy washing dishes in Baratie kitchen.
  • p20Multiple plates break while Luffy handles them.
  • p20Kitchen staff express dislike for Sanji's position.
  • p21Luffy is kicked out of the Baratie kitchen by a large cook.
  • p21Luffy decides to take customer orders exactly as instructed.
  • p22Luffy encounters Sanji and Nami dining at the Baratie.
  • p22Luffy becomes angry upon seeing his acquaintances eating without him.
  • p23Luffy drinks from a customer's glass without permission.
  • p23Zeff confronts Sanji about his behavior in the restaurant.
  • p24Don Krieg arrives at the Baratie.
  • p24Gin sweats nervously while facing Don Krieg inside the restaurant.

What is said, page by page

  • p4Narration summarizes Luffy meeting Zoro and Nami, recruiting Usopp, heading to Baratie for a cook, and clashing with Don Krieg.
  • p4Sanji labeled as kindhearted cook who loves women.
  • p4Luffy labeled as rubber man dreaming of becoming Pirate King.
  • p4Zoro labeled as swordsman seeking to be the world's greatest.
  • p4Usopp labeled as long-nosed liar and sniper.
  • p4Zeff labeled as peg-legged chef and former pirate.
  • p4Don Krieg labeled as leader of the Krieg Pirates.
  • p4Shanks labeled as red-haired pirate and Luffy's savior.
  • p8Luffy excitedly declares 'YOU GOT SOME FOOD!' and 'LUCKY!' with energetic posture.
  • p8Luffy yells at Sanji to join his crew as cook for his pirate ship and laughs about near-death experience.
  • p8Sanji reacts with sharp surprised 'HUH!?' while turning toward Luffy.
  • p9Sanji explains cannonball incident as accidental self-defense while seated.
  • p9Luffy questions why Sanji fired at the restaurant and labels him a pirate.
  • p9Sanji responds flatly questioning the pirate label and reacts with mild surprise.
  • p9Luffy states the restaurant is a treasure to the old geezer.
  • p9Sanji reveals the owner was once a pirate and warns against interfering with the place.
  • p9Sanji describes how other cooks admire the owner and are too crude for piracy.
  • p10Luffy mentions recent guests coming to watch cooks fight pirates.
  • p10Sanji notes daily routine of fights and lack of quiet moments.
  • p10Luffy casually invites Sanji to join his crew.
  • p10Sanji explains waiters fled due to owner and his own reason to stay.
  • p10Sanji refuses Luffy's crew invitation.
  • p11Luffy shouts refusal and rejection of Sanji's answer.
  • p11Luffy demands Sanji's reason for staying.
  • p11Sanji refuses Luffy's refusal and states Luffy wants him as pirate cook.
  • p11Luffy warns against insulting his straw hat and threatens to send Sanji flying.
  • p11Sanji tells Luffy to hear others' opinions and not to interrupt.
  • p11Sanji says no need to tell him out.
  • p12Gin introduces himself as member of Krieg Pirates and asks Luffy's objective.
  • p12Luffy declares he will go to Grand Line to find One Piece.
  • p12Gin questions why Luffy includes him and offers cook advice.
  • p12Luffy states Gin does not seem like a bad guy.
  • p13Gin warns Luffy intensely to give up on the Grand Line, mood urgent and fearful.
  • p13Luffy asks Gin if he knows something about the Grand Line, curious and direct.
  • p13Gin explains the Grand Line is only one part of the world's oceans, informative and cautionary.
  • p13Gin advises Luffy he is still young and should not rush recklessly, advisory tone.
  • p13Luffy asks what Krieg is, puzzled and straightforward.
  • p13Gin states Krieg Pirates act like a big scaredy cat despite their reputation, dismissive.
  • p13Luffy reacts that the information is terrifying, shocked and loud.
  • p13Gin denies knowing anything while sweating heavily, evasive and anxious.
  • p14Chef yells to take the food already since there are no waiters, frustrated and loud.
  • p14Chef announces the hors d'oeuvre for table 3 is ready, urgent and professional.
  • p14Chef recalls the beaten man is a member of the Krieg Pirates, alarmed.
  • p14Chef questions if beating the man was alright, worried and surprised.
  • p15Chef exclaims the man is a monster and fleet admiral commanding many ships, alarmed.
  • p15Chef confirms Don Krieg is the strongest and baddest pirate in the area, emphatic.
  • p15Chef recalls Krieg Pirates had over 5000 men, concerned about consequences.
  • p15Chef dismisses the threat with 'so what' while swinging bottle, defiant.
  • p15Chef warns the restaurant will be crushed like ants by the fleet, fearful.
  • p16Head chef declares he is ashamed by the idea of fearing pirates, furious.
  • p16Head chef emphasizes Baratie's reputation as fighting cooks, proud and angry.
  • p16Chef protests that refusing service is rude to other guests, concerned.
  • p16Head chef blames Patty for waiters quitting and current busyness, accusatory.
  • p16Chef suggests they should have welcomed the pirate warmly, sarcastic.
  • p16Head chef orders staff back to work with commanding glare, authoritative.
  • p17Luffy tells Gin he is free to leave and cannot be stopped, stating intent to reach Grand Line, casual and determined mood.
  • p17Gin thanks Sanji and Luffy for the meal calling them saviors, grateful and emotional tone.
  • p17Sanji replies casually that Gin can return anytime for food, relaxed and friendly intent.
  • p17Gin asks if he can return to eat again, hopeful expression.
  • p18Sanji reacts to being hit, apologizes while noting he gave food to Gin, resigned tone.
  • p18Sanji claims he cannot be scolded without proof, defiant and smiling.
  • p18Mustached head chef orders Sanji and errand-boy back to work and warns Gin not to return, angry command.
  • p19Luffy announces he will be the errand-boy starting today and introduces himself, cheerful and proud mood.
  • p19Customers shout complaints about slow service and missing orders, frustrated and loud.
  • p19Cooks demand Luffy wash dishes if he has nothing else to do, angry and commanding.
  • p20Cooks complain about Sanji's long tenure and behavior toward customers, resentful tone.
  • p20Cooks question why Sanji stays despite tension with owner.
  • p20Cook yells at Luffy for breaking many plates already, exasperated.
  • p20Luffy apologizes while continuing to break dishes, sheepish reaction.
  • p20Luffy reacts with delight to spilled food saying it was the main dish.
  • p21Large cook angrily orders Luffy to leave kitchen and take customer orders instead.
  • p21Luffy weakly agrees with exhausted tone while rubbing his face.
  • p21Luffy recalls Coby's hard life as errand boy with thoughtful expression.
  • p21Luffy declares he will follow the shown instructions with sudden enthusiasm.
  • p22Blond man notes that Luffy must work at the restaurant for a year.
  • p22Luffy reacts with shock upon recognizing the group at the table.
  • p22Luffy accuses the group of selfishly eating without him.
  • p22Blond man states they can do whatever they want in a free world.
  • p22Customer comments that Luffy is noisy and questions if the seated people are his crewmates.
  • p23Luffy gulps down the contents of a customer's glass.
  • p23Customer yells that Luffy is drinking from his glass.
  • p23Blond man dramatically declares his willingness to follow any path for love.
  • p23Zeff states he does not need the blond man in his restaurant.
  • p23Blond man responds by asking if Zeff means the obstacle to his love.
  • p24Voice notes that Gin was able to return to the Baratie.
  • p24Voice states that a cook saved Gin's life.
  • p24Seated figure asks what Don Krieg wants.
  • p24Gin nervously confirms his identity and mentions the damaged mother ship.
  • p24Gin offers to guide Don Krieg to the Baratie restaurant.