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One Piece chapter 487: That Song — what is in it

Thriller Bark arc · 21 pages · 23 characters

Key facts in this chapter

  • p0Chapter 487 title page features an audition scene for Iceburg's secretary position.
  • p1Brook performs as musician for the Rumbar Pirates 50 years ago.
  • p2Laboon begins following the Rumbar Pirates ship after hearing their song.
  • p3Rumbar Pirates ship comes under attack while Laboon is present.
  • p4Rumbar Pirates hold feast on shore near Laboon.
  • p4Brook plays piano for Laboon.
  • p4Sea monster interrupts the gathering.
  • p5Crew discusses inability to protect Laboon.
  • p5Brook continues playing piano softly.
  • p5Laboon repeatedly surfaces near ship.
  • p6Music and singing prohibited around Laboon.
  • p6Laboon refuses to listen to crew.
  • p6Ship remains near Laboon in open water.
  • p7Ship approaches lighthouse at Grand Line entrance during storm.
  • p7Crocus appears as lighthouse keeper.
  • p7Rumbar Pirates cross Reverse Mountain.
  • p8Yorki introduces himself as Calico Yorki known in West Blue.
  • p8Crocus allows the damaged crew to stay temporarily.
  • p8Laboon appears at the cape during the conversation.
  • p9The crew stays three months at the cape.
  • p9Brook performs violin for the crew and Laboon.
  • p9The pirates plan to return after crossing the Red Line.
  • p10The Rumbar Pirates depart the cape after three months.
  • p10They promise to return for Laboon after circling the world.
  • p10Laboon cries loudly as the ship sails away.
  • p11Scene takes place three years later in the Florian Triangle.
  • p11The Rumbar Pirates ship is heavily damaged and abandoned.
  • p11A single small unidentified figure remains on the wrecked deck.
  • p12Brook lies among bones in a coffin-filled ruined hall.
  • p12Sudden whirlwinds strike the area after sunny weather.
  • p12Brook responds with bone rattling sounds when addressed.
  • p13Brook is asked to perform music for the crew.
  • p13The ship interior remains heavily damaged during the gathering.
  • p13Crew shares drinks and food while urging Brook to play.
  • p14Brook reveals his skeleton transformation came from a mirror.
  • p14Brook is physically attacked again while outside.
  • p14Straw Hats debate whether to forgive a past attacker.
  • p15Brook performs violin under the stars causing sentimental reaction.
  • p15Yorki's massive wanted poster is displayed to the crew.
  • p15Yorki mentions Laboon while looking at the night sky.
  • p16Captain Yorki contracted an unknown virus from a jungle landing.
  • p16The virus has spread to about ten other crew members.
  • p16Yorki collapses back into bed after speaking.
  • p17Yorki orders the crew to continue their journey without him on a new ship.
  • p17Brook is present during the captain's final address to the crew.
  • p18Yorki collapses after giving final orders to the crew.
  • p18Brook sings Binks' Sake to send Yorki off as the ship departs.
  • p18A lone figure remains on shore watching the ship sail away.

What is said, page by page

  • p0Bottom caption describes current scene as Iceburg's secretary auditions shot 5 with neutral narrative tone.
  • p1Brook shouts energetic morning greeting and calls for starting the day with a song in high spirits.
  • p1Brook narrates introduction of the famous song 'The Black Handkerchief' as the week's powerful tune.
  • p1Rumbar Pirates crew yells 'EVERYONE, TOGETHER NOW!!' while singing lyrics about not getting caught by octopus ink.
  • p1Crew members complain about noise and being woken up by the morning singing.
  • p2Crew greets morning and requests a ballad from Brook.
  • p2Crew calls for the captain's favorite song and notes the squid has arrived too.
  • p2Crew asks Brook to play 'that song' while whale responds musically.
  • p2Crew notices the whale from yesterday and tells it to search for its pod.
  • p3Crew offers food to Laboon and questions how long it will follow the ship.
  • p3Crew panics during attack calling for captain and reporting injured men overboard.
  • p3Brook orders everyone to sing 'that song' to respond to the attack.
  • p3Crew cheers that Laboon saved them while noting inability to swim.
  • p4Cheering pirate announces feast today with excited mood.
  • p4Crewmate calls out finding treasure for Laboon with celebratory intent.
  • p4Ship voice notes cold weather in questioning tone.
  • p4Brook explains Laboon loves music with lighthearted delivery.
  • p4Crewmate jokes about similar shaped heads between Brook and Laboon in laughing mood.
  • p4Alarmed voice warns of sea monster appearance and need to protect Laboon.
  • p5Crew asks if Laboon understands with urgent tone.
  • p5Man states they lack power to protect Laboon longer with resigned mood.
  • p5Stern man declares cannot bring Laboon to Grand Line with firm intent.
  • p5Man warns Grand Line is dangerous ocean with serious delivery.
  • p5Brook pleads to stop singing for a bit with concerned voice.
  • p5Crew notes Laboon is not adult yet and needs talk.
  • p6Crew says Laboon will not listen with frustrated mood.
  • p6Suggestion to sing that song first noted as backfire risk.
  • p6Brook asks Laboon to listen with pleading intent.
  • p6Man advises no eye contact until Laboon separates with painful tone.
  • p6Brook declares playing music and singing prohibited with firm statement.
  • p6Laboon responds with repeated PUOOO sounds.
  • p7Voice points out lighthouse at Grand Line entrance with awe.
  • p7Crew cheers to enter world's greatest ocean with excited mood.
  • p7Man worries Laboon not seen for a week with anxious tone.
  • p7Crew notes possible return to pod for Laboon with sad reflection.
  • p7Crocus introduces self as lighthouse keeper with calm delivery.
  • p7Crocus welcomes to pirates graveyard with direct statement.
  • p8Yorki laughs heartily and accepts Crocus terms while revealing his West Blue reputation.
  • p8Crocus sets conditions for the crew to stay and handle his food and drinks.
  • p8Crew member apologizes for the ship's severe damage.
  • p8Crew shouts invitation for celebratory feast.
  • p8Yorki reacts with sudden shock upon seeing Laboon.
  • p9Yorki asks if Laboon likes the music.
  • p9Crew cheers that it is the song of the pirates.
  • p9Crew requests Brook to sing a specific song the captain likes.
  • p9Brook agrees enthusiastically to play anything.
  • p9Crocus is asked for a song request.
  • p9Yorki thanks Crocus and asks him to take care of Laboon.
  • p9Crew states they will cross the Red Line and return.
  • p10Crew promises to return after crossing the Red Line.
  • p10Crew tells Laboon he will have grown larger.
  • p10Brook declares they will adventure together as nakama.
  • p10Yorki tells Laboon they can go anywhere together later.
  • p10Crew asks Laboon to wait and return to the cape.
  • p10Laboon responds with loud cries.
  • p12Excited crew begs Brook to teach sword techniques with eager expressions.
  • p12Crew praises Brook's quick kills in amazed shouting tone.
  • p12Someone calls out to Brook amid the chaos.
  • p12Brook replies with skeletal rattling sounds in weary posture.
  • p12Pirate yells to retreat because common sense fails on this ocean.
  • p12Crew complains the weather was just hot and sunny moments ago.
  • p12Luffy cheers with yahoo amid swirling wind effects.
  • p13Crew requests Brook play a song again with enthusiastic tone.
  • p13Brook notes the sake is still delicious despite chaos.
  • p13Crew complains the ocean is impossible to predict and a pain.
  • p13Someone shouts about that song with surprised reaction.
  • p13Laughter erupts from multiple crew members in joyful mood.
  • p13Brook agrees to start playing as crew cheers him on.
  • p13Franky declares he knew this was coming.
  • p14Brook explains a mirror caused him to become a skeleton.
  • p14Brook cries out in pain repeatedly from injuries.
  • p14Crew tells Brook not to hold a grudge after an apology.
  • p14Franky argues the attacker almost killed him with cannon fire.
  • p14Brook yells at the crew to shut up over their fighting.
  • p14Brook complains that it hurts while clutching his head.
  • p14Someone notes the pain proves Brook is still alive.
  • p15Crew yells at Brook to stop playing because it is embarrassing.
  • p15Someone calls others to see Brook getting sentimental.
  • p15Hooded Yorki notes the stars and wonders if Laboon sees them too.
  • p15Crew cheers the captain's bounty increase during feast.
  • p15Laughter and feast calls erupt below deck.
  • p15Yorki poster text declares him dead or alive.
  • p15Brook hums while playing as crew requests that song again.
  • p16Crew members shout alarm calling out Captain Yorki's strange appearance with panic and surprise.
  • p16Crew exclaims alarm that the situation is bad while flag flutters.
  • p16Crew states Yorki has an unknown virus contracted from the jungle that cannot be treated.
  • p16Crew notes roughly ten others are also infected and the captain's room is off limits.
  • p16Yorki laughs and tells crew not to show pained voices while coughing in bed.
  • p17Yorki states resolve to escape the Calm Belt no matter what despite illness.
  • p17Yorki reflects he never expected to lose everything and must leave the Grand Line early.
  • p17Yorki declares both ship and body are finished and orders crew to continue on a new ship.
  • p17Crew responds with quiet Captain address showing loyalty and shock.
  • p17Brook reacts with surprise exclamation while small figure hiccups nearby.
  • p17Crew member shouts encouragement not to make sad faces and to give best to Laboon.
  • p18Crew shouts that life is precious and the captain's words are carved into their hearts.
  • p18Crew member vows never to forget Yorki's words while crying.
  • p18Yorki collapses with pain as ship begins to leave.
  • p18Crew calls out that they will meet again and asks Yorki to live.
  • p18Yorki asks Brook to send him off with his favorite song.
  • p18Brook begins singing Binks' Sake as the ship sails into the distance.