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One Piece chapter 486: Piano — what is in it

Thriller Bark arc · 21 pages · 30 characters

Key facts in this chapter

  • p0Chapter 486 is titled 'PIANO'.
  • p0Yokozuna no longer challenges the sea train.
  • p1Thriller Bark activates cloaking removal while sailing.
  • p1Perona is missing from the crew during departure.
  • p2Blackbeard is the successor to Crocodile's Shichibukai title.
  • p2Kuma visited to deliver the successor name before zombies were terminated.
  • p3Scene occurs the day after Moria's defeat in the ruined castle courtyard.
  • p3Victims refuse to leave the castle and will eat there.
  • p4Nami accepts a gemless armband from Lola.
  • p4Luffy attempts to claim treasure on the deck.
  • p4Lola reveals her name during the exchange.
  • p4A topknotted swordsman recognizes Nami's name.
  • p5Lola gives the crew a large mechanical device.
  • p5A storm approaches the ruined mansion area.
  • p5Zoro receives medical rest inside the mansion.
  • p5Light covers the bodies of survivors near the mansion.
  • p6Zoro lies bandaged after severe damage.
  • p6Chopper examines Zoro inside the mansion.
  • p6The Straw Hat crew gathers in the mansion hall.
  • p6Brook remains silent during the discussion.
  • p7Sanji witnessed the full incident involving a Shichibukai.
  • p7A paw attack repelled something from Luffy.
  • p7The crew argues about revealing the truth.
  • p7The swordsman orders silence during the discussion.
  • p8Scene takes place in ruined building with rubble
  • p8Sanji is recounting past events to the group
  • p9Crew shifts from serious talk to suggesting a meal
  • p9Luffy is seen approaching from the ruins
  • p10Crew begins a large feast in the ruins
  • p10Multiple members express joy at eating Sanji's cooking
  • p11Feast continues with toasts and lively arguments
  • p11Luffy sets aside a portion mentioning Zoro
  • p12Brook plays piano in the room.
  • p12Luffy reacts excitedly to the music and sake discussion.
  • p12Sanji comments on the group's intentions.
  • p13Brook performs Binks Sake on violin and piano.
  • p13Nami recognizes the song nostalgically.
  • p13The crew holds a lively party with dancing and drinking.
  • p14Brook returns Luffy shadow.
  • p14Luffy inquires about Brook joining as nakama.
  • p14Luffy connects Brook story to Laboon the whale.
  • p15Brook reveals Laboon has waited fifty years.
  • p15Luffy confirms meeting Laboon at Twin Capes.
  • p15Brook reacts joyfully to the confirmation of the promise.
  • p16Brook belongs to the Rumbar Pirates crew.
  • p16Laboon is a whale that Brook's crew left behind years earlier.
  • p16The scene takes place aboard the Going Merry.
  • p17A small whale is following the Going Merry.
  • p17Brook expresses strong happiness at news about Laboon.
  • p18The Rumbar Pirates perform music to make children smile.
  • p18The performance occurs on the deck of the Going Merry.

What is said, page by page

  • p0Caption states those people now in shot 4 where Yokozuna no longer challenges the sea train, presented as narrative fact.
  • p1Unidentified voice orders to close it with urgency.
  • p1Crew responds all right to command.
  • p1Crew reports they could not find her and nothing else can be done.
  • p1Crew questions if it is all right that Perona is left behind.
  • p1Voice commands to remove the cloaking.
  • p1Crew confirms all right and it is fine.
  • p1Speaker notes that something really chilled them to the very end and questions why Tyrant Kuma was on Thriller Bark.
  • p2Absalom reports that Moria's three zombie servants Gyoro, Nin, and Bao told him Kuma came to name Crocodile's Shichibukai successor.
  • p2Speaker reveals the successor is a man called Blackbeard who is guilty of nasty things but states that is not important.
  • p2Newspaper reader questions if the successor is incarcerated in Impel Down.
  • p2Reader notes Whitebeard Pirates second squad commander Fire Fist Ace.
  • p2Speaker confirms the successor is Blackbeard and tells to read the article.
  • p2Character refuses to want a zombie of their type.
  • p2Speaker states too bad Moria cannot turn over a corpse right now.
  • p2Discussion notes Ace is famous for being one of Whitebeard's superior henchmen and the government drew an amazing card.
  • p2Character wants a living woman instead of a zombie.
  • p2Speaker understands everything was said but wants a bride more than that.
  • p2Final comment notes this kind of thing will cause great turnover that will test and develop the pirate age.
  • p3Small character complains they are hungry to Sanji.
  • p3Another notes the small character is already munching on cheese.
  • p3Long-haired woman explains victims have not seen the sun in years so they are really happy.
  • p3Woman states victims do not want to part from that place so they will be eating there.
  • p3Speaker directs to quickly carry the stuff needed for a meal to the courtyard.
  • p3Sanji complains cheese is no good and does not help him move.
  • p3Woman notes they are crying tears of joy as they sunbathe.
  • p3Character finds it strange and a mystery.
  • p3Speaker questions how the hell the energetic character is so energetic.
  • p3Woman states whoever did this deed was truly a saint.
  • p3Speaker notes the food that was taken was returned and then some so with extra amount they should be fine.
  • p3Small character asks if there is enough food.
  • p4Nami states the armband is acceptable because it lacks gems, relieved mood.
  • p4Luffy declares he is taking the armband as superior to Christmas gifts, excited intent.
  • p4Crewmate warns Luffy against taking treasure from saviors, cautionary tone.
  • p4Luffy nervously agrees with the warning, addressing Nami.
  • p4Lola expresses happiness that the crew accepts the treasure, grateful context.
  • p4Topknotted swordsman asks whose name is Nami, suspicious mood.
  • p4Lola reacts with shock upon hearing her name spoken, surprised intent.
  • p4Nami questions if she previously said Lola's name, confused context.
  • p5Lola asks if she can take treasure ahead, urgent mood.
  • p5Nami confirms giving treasure is fine and thanks Lola, cheerful intent.
  • p5Lola offers a mechanical device in return, generous context.
  • p5Survivors note they are alive with light covering their bodies, relieved tone.
  • p5Crew reports Zoro is resting inside the mansion, informative mood.
  • p5Franky announces they brought food for the saviors, energetic delivery.
  • p6Crew thanks Chopper and asks about Zoro's condition, concerned mood.
  • p6Chopper states Zoro's life was in serious danger, grave intent.
  • p6Chopper notes he has never seen Zoro this damaged before, worried context.
  • p6Nami admits she does not understand events, confused tone.
  • p6Franky comments on Luffy's unusual health, surprised mood.
  • p6Brook wonders if something happened during unconsciousness, reflective intent.
  • p7Sanji, Usopp, and Franky insist on explaining what happened, heated mood.
  • p7Sanji reveals he saw the full truth of the event, intense intent.
  • p7Luffy reacts with shock calling Sanji's name, surprised context.
  • p7Flashback describes a Shichibukai paw strike repelling something from Luffy, explanatory tone.
  • p7Swordsman yells for silence during the revelation, commanding mood.
  • p7Group demands more details about the swordsman's actions, pressing intent.
  • p8Sanji recounts events with back turned explaining the swordsman was thought dead
  • p8Sanji intensely states nothing happened while clenching cigarette
  • p8Voices in ruins note Luffy is healthy and Zoro is injured causing tears
  • p8Sanji declares the guy refused to sell his life for gratitude especially regarding Luffy
  • p9Sanji proposes eating since everyone is safe
  • p9Group shouts at Sanji not to talk and reacts with shock
  • p9Nami softly says she understands while touching her ear
  • p9Voices call the guy super cool and note the fortunate captain
  • p9Franky insists everyone is safe and rejects unrefined questions
  • p9Luffy calls out from distance asking what happened
  • p10Luffy yells let's eat with high energy
  • p10Voices celebrate being alive and having cooked food after years
  • p10Sanji orders everyone to shut up and eat
  • p10Brook laughs calling himself a funny skeleton
  • p10Voices praise the delicious cooking and ability to eat again
  • p11Brook and Franky banter about bones and movement during meal
  • p11Brook excuses himself after burping from overeating
  • p11Crew chants dinner while toasting with bottles
  • p11Luffy declares food as Zoro's share while laughing
  • p11Nami calls to Chopper amid the noise
  • p11Voices note Zoro's toughness even in absence
  • p12Unknown voice notes surprise at piano presence in room with casual tone.
  • p12Unknown voice suggests using piano for BGM in relaxed intent.
  • p12Sanji dismisses meat request stating thoughts alone are enough in calm mood.
  • p12Unknown voice proposes sake for Zoro to feel better with caring context.
  • p12Luffy shouts that Zoro cannot drink then immediately urges to drink in contradictory excitement.
  • p12Brook plays piano producing PORORON notes during ongoing conversation.
  • p13Nami recalls hearing Binks Sake before with nostalgic mood.
  • p13Brook states every pirate sang this song in bad and good times with joyful intent.
  • p13Luffy shouts recognition of the song and calls to Brook in excitement.
  • p13Brook explains song history during performance.
  • p14Brook states he brought back Luffy shadow allowing sailing under sun with sincere intent.
  • p14Luffy asks if Brook will become his nakama in direct question.
  • p14Brook mentions fulfilling a promise to nakama in serious tone.
  • p14Luffy realizes Laboon is the whale name and recalls hearing from Franky with surprise.
  • p14Brook confirms the promise context during piano performance.
  • p15Brook explains Laboon waited fifty years at the place for nakama return.
  • p15Luffy confirms meeting the whale at Twin Capes with excited realization.
  • p15Brook states the promise is still remembered with calm emphasis.
  • p15Luffy reacts with shock recognizing Brook connection to Laboon.
  • p15Brook asks if Luffy really met Laboon with hopeful tone.
  • p15Luffy confirms meeting after fifty years with joyful confirmation.
  • p15Brook expresses delight imagining Laboon reaction with laughter.
  • p16Crew members confirm they met Laboon as witnesses with excited shouting mood.
  • p16Brook reacts with surprise and musical notes while processing the information.
  • p16Brook cries out Laboon's name recalling the whale still waits at the cape.
  • p16Brook describes Laboon's growth from small boat size to mountain scale with awe.
  • p16Brook questions if Laboon is doing well while showing hopeful concern.
  • p17Brook sobs with relief upon learning Laboon is doing well.
  • p17Brook notes the small whale following the ship with surprise and happiness.
  • p17Luffy casually asks Brook to play piano despite the emotional scene.
  • p17Brook comments on the whale's sad face and possible separation from its pod.
  • p18Brook proposes playing music to cheer up the sad whale child.
  • p18Crew enthusiastically agrees to perform a song for the whale.
  • p18Captain Yorki is called upon to lead the performance.
  • p18Brook counts off the start of the musical performance.