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One Piece Chapter 490: On the Road Again
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Chapter 490 summary
Two towering figures named Oimo and Kaashii stand facing each other before a massive stone tower as narration states they head for Elbaf. The Straw Hat crew gathers on the deck of the Thousand Sunny and waves goodbye to the liberated Thriller Bark victims below while Luffy and Brook shout farewells. The ship sails into the misty Florian Triangle where narration describes disappearing vessels and the crew presses onward through the fog. Brook announces he will tell an amazing story about the crew as the Sunny continues sailing. Luffy sits on the railing and tells the others he will not detour to help Ace despite the shrinking Vivre Card. The crew discusses the card's meaning and Luffy insists they will meet Ace when the time comes. In celebration of new nakama Brook the entire crew raises barrels and mugs for a massive toast.
39 key facts · 18 characters
Key facts in chapter 490
- p0Chapter 490 title is ON THE ROAD AGAIN.
- p0Oimo and Kaashii appear together before a giant tower and city.
- p1Straw Hat crew departs from Thriller Bark on the Thousand Sunny.
- p1Liberated victims gather to see the crew off.
- p2The crew enters the Florian Triangle sea region.
- p2Narration notes that many ships disappear yearly in the mist.
- p3Brook begins recounting a story titled The Strawhat Crew: A Man's Impressive Tale.
- p3The ship continues through the mist toward an unknown destination.
- p4Luffy refuses to change course despite crew suggestions.
- p4Crew discusses Ace's Vivre Card on the Thousand Sunny deck.
- p5Vivre Card shrinks when owner is weakened and regrows when recovered.
- p5Straw Hat crew toasts to Brook joining as musician.
- p6Sengoku holds Garp responsible for reporting Luffy's escape to higher-ups.
- p6Kuma received government order to wipe out entire Straw Hat crew.
- p7Thousand Sunny encounters bizarre candy rain and round rainbow on Grand Line.
- p7Sea raccoon and serpent currents appear near the ship.
- p8Several days have passed since the previous events.
- p8The crew has reached the Red Line after crossing the sea.
- p8Brook notes it took him fifty years to return to this point.
- p9The Red Line is directly ahead of the Thousand Sunny.
- p9Mariejoa is located next to Marine HQ on the Red Line.
- p10The area is adjacent to Marine Headquarters and the World Government's holy land Mariejoa.
- p10Franky trains by lifting heavy machinery inside the ship.
- p11The submarine has reached over 5000 meters depth.
- p11A sea monster from a previous encounter is still present.
- p12The crew reacts on the deck of the Thousand Sunny.
- p12A sea creature attacks the ship from the water.
- p13The shark submarine surfaces near the Thousand Sunny.
- p13The log pose points downward toward the sea floor.
- p14Luffy attacks the sea bunny with a stretched punch.
- p14The sea bunny fires a water blast at the ship.
- p15The sea bunny spits out a small object and dives away.
- p15An unknown figure appears underwater beside the ship.
- p16Mermaid emerges from water with large splash on page 16.
- p16Sanji is flattened by the mermaid during her appearance.
- p16Mermaid states she has been eaten by marine animals about twenty times.
- p17Camie offers takoyaki as thanks on page 17.
- p17Camie is identified as Kissing Gourami Mermaid and assistant at takoyaki shop.
- p17Luffy reacts positively to the mention of takoyaki.
Symbols and visual details172 · show
- p0Two towering giants stand face to face in foreground with wide grins and direct eye contact.
- p0Left giant has wild white hair, black cloak, shovel slung over shoulder, and visible belly chains.
- p0Right giant has long dark hair, black cloak, spiked club in hand, and studded belt.
- p0Massive stone tower with arched windows and battlements dominates center background.
- p0Two enormous hands grip the tower from behind, emphasizing scale.
- p0Wide staircase descends from tower crowded with tiny silhouetted figures.
- p0Distant cityscape with clustered buildings spreads behind the tower.
- p0Bottom narration box placed below the main scene.
- p0Chapter title text centered at top of page.
- p1Straw Hat crew stands on Sunny deck waving and posing energetically.
- p1Luffy leaps high with arms raised and wide open mouth.
- p1Brook holds violin while waving from railing.
- p1Chopper, Nami, Usopp, Sanji, and Franky visible on deck with varied poses.
- p1Large crowd of liberated Thriller Bark victims waves below the ship.
- p1Long-haired woman in crowd raises arms while speaking.
- p1Multiple speech bubbles extend from both crew and crowd.
- p1Ship railing and mast structure frame the upper scene.
- p2Sunny sails away from Thriller Bark into swirling mist and waves.
- p2Brook stands on the figurehead with arms raised shouting.
- p2Narration boxes frame the top and sides of panels describing the Florian Triangle.
- p2Mustached man with sword stands on dock looking puzzled.
- p2Woman on dock reacts with surprise and raised hand.
- p2Crowd at dock shows varied expressions of concern.
- p2Ship wheels and figurehead visible as Sunny moves forward.
- p2Multiple narration boxes describe mysterious sea phenomena.
- p3Sunny sails through dense swirling mist with dramatic wave patterns.
- p3Brook stands on deck gesturing while addressing the crew.
- p3Crew members show surprised or annoyed reactions to Brook.
- p3SFX lines and musical notes float around the ship.
- p3Narration boxes describe the white mist concealing the sea.
- p3Ship sails onward with Brook laughing on the deck.
- p3Final panel shows Sunny moving into open misty waters with birds.
- p3Multiple speech bubbles and narration boxes surround the central ship image.
- p4Luffy reclines on deck wearing straw hat, black sleeveless shirt, relaxed posture with one arm behind head.
- p4Nami stands facing Luffy in polka-dot dress, hands on hips, direct gaze.
- p4Franky strikes dynamic pose with arms raised and legs spread on deck.
- p4Usopp and Chopper cheer with raised fists near Franky.
- p4Robin stands with hand on hip near railing, slight smile visible.
- p4Zoro lounges seated against railing with arms crossed.
- p4Luffy sits on ship railing with legs dangling, facing crew.
- p4Ship deck shows wooden planks, railings, and distant mast structure.
- p4Multiple speech bubbles positioned above characters indicating group conversation.
- p4Luffy's wide grin and closed eyes in final panel convey carefree mood.
- p5Luffy stands on barrel with arms out, straw hat, wide excited eyes and grin.
- p5Sanji holds mug at table with barrels visible behind him.
- p5Franky appears in close-up with mouth wide open shouting.
- p5Zoro shown with sleepy expression and sweat drop.
- p5Crew members raise barrels and mugs in chaotic celebration pose.
- p5Chopper holds barrel overhead with mouth open in cheer.
- p5Multiple barrels fly through air amid motion lines and bubbles.
- p5Luffy's face centered in lower panel with joyful expression.
- p5Ship interior background with windows and railings during toast.
- p6Garp laughs with wide open mouth and closed eyes in Marine office.
- p6Sengoku points and yells with intense expression.
- p6Kuma stands silently in feathered hat and cloak facing Sengoku.
- p6Marine HQ building visible through window with ornate architecture.
- p6Sign reads Holy Land Mariejoa on wall plaque.
- p6Sengoku holds Den Den Mushi while speaking.
- p6Garp leans back with arms behind head, relaxed posture.
- p6Close-up of Sengoku's angry face with sweat drops.
- p6Kuma's face shown in shadow with neutral expression.
- p7Thousand Sunny sails through stormy waves with candy-like particles falling.
- p7Round rainbow visible in sky above ship.
- p7Sea raccoon creature emerges from waves near ship.
- p7Massive serpent currents twist around the Sunny in lower panels.
- p7Luffy stands on deck with arms raised reacting to rainbow.
- p7Crew members react with panic and surprise to candy rain.
- p7Ship nameplate Thousand Sunny visible on structure.
- p7Grand Line label appears on panel border.
- p7Luffy's face shows shock with wide eyes and open mouth at serpent currents.
- p7Motion lines and SFX indicate turbulent sea and falling objects.
- p8Thousand Sunny sails forward on open sea under scattered clouds with skull figurehead visible.
- p8Large rectangular sign labeled 'Several days later' placed in upper right panel.
- p8Luffy stands with arms thrown wide, mouth open wide, eyes intense, sweat drops visible.
- p8Sanji shown in close-up with calm expression and slight smile during flashback.
- p8Nami smiles gently with soft eyes in her panel, hair flowing.
- p8Chopper panics with wide eyes and open mouth, sweat drops on face.
- p8Brook appears as skull-faced silhouette laughing with open jaw.
- p8Franky shown with serious narrowed eyes and stitched jawline.
- p8Small globe diagram marks 'Current location' near the Red Line wall.
- p8Multiple SFX 'KUH-' and 't!' surround the ship indicating motion and impact.
- p8Crew positioned on Sunny deck facing forward toward distant cliffs.
- p8Flashback panels use bordered separation from present scene.
- p9Massive vertical Red Line cliff face dominates the right half of the page with heavy shading.
- p9Large bold SFX 'ゴゴゴゴゴ' overlay the cliff indicating rumbling.
- p9Franky wipes tears with one hand while crying in close-up.
- p9Sanji recalls crossing Reverse Mountain from South Blue.
- p9Nami states she entered from West Blue five years ago.
- p9Chopper and small reindeer companion appear in flashback panel.
- p9Luffy declares his goal with intense forward gaze and clenched fist.
- p9Sunny sails toward the towering cliffs on wavy sea surface.
- p9Multiple exclamation marks and motion lines emphasize the Red Line reveal.
- p9Franky has tear streaks and emotional expression.
- p10Towering cliff with Marine HQ and Mariejoa text labels visible above the ship.
- p10Sunny rocks violently with motion lines and crew reacting.
- p10Franky launched from a cannon-like tube into a circular pool.
- p10Large letter 'A' visible on the wall behind the pool chamber.
- p10Franky strains while lifting heavy cylindrical weights and machinery.
- p10Sweat drops and gritted teeth shown on Franky during training.
- p10Crew members stand on deck looking up at the sheer cliff face.
- p10SFX 'KYA-' and 'SINK!!' indicate ship instability.
- p10Franky shown shirtless with mechanical arms during weight training.
- p11Shark-shaped submarine travels through dark deep-sea waters.
- p11Large glowing sea monster eye visible in the background.
- p11Nami holds a transponder snail while speaking.
- p11Robin holds a receiver and asks about conditions.
- p11Crew inside submarine interior with creaking metal panels.
- p11Franky yells while covering his face in panic.
- p11Sanji reacts angrily with visible irritation lines.
- p11Brook's skull face shows panic with open jaw.
- p11Depth gauge and depth limit text appear near the submarine.
- p11Sea monster silhouette with open mouth approaches the vessel.
- p11Multiple SFX 'CREAK CREAK' and impact lines inside the sub.
- p11Luffy and others crowd near the window looking out.
- p12Large sea creature with open jaws and sharp teeth lunges at the ship amid heavy splash effects and motion lines.
- p12Small figure clings to the side of the creature's mouth during the attack.
- p12Thousand Sunny deck shown with visible mast, railings, and background structures.
- p12Sanji stands with heart-shaped eyes and floating hearts while facing Nami.
- p12Nami sits eating from a plate with a relaxed posture.
- p12Franky stands with hands on hips in a wide stance.
- p12Usopp and Chopper stand close together near the railing.
- p12Speech bubbles positioned around the crew on deck with varied sizes.
- p12Background includes trees, clouds, and ship architecture details.
- p12SFX elements emphasize the creature's bite and water spray.
- p13Shark-shaped submarine breaches the surface with large jaws and number 3 visible on the hull.
- p13Water splash and wave effects surround the emerging vessel.
- p13Nami holds the log pose while looking downward.
- p13Brook stands near the railing with a visible afro and suit.
- p13Luffy sits on the deck looking toward the submarine.
- p13Multiple crew members shown in foreground and midground panels.
- p13Speech bubbles clustered around the submarine and crew reactions.
- p13SFX for water impact and movement lines on the vessel.
- p13Log pose device shown with needle pointing down.
- p14Giant sea bunny creature towers over the Thousand Sunny with open mouth and visible fins.
- p14Label identifies the creature as a Sea Bunny.
- p14Luffy stretches his arm back in preparation for an attack.
- p14Sea bunny fires a pressurized water blast with motion lines.
- p14Luffy launches forward with a spinning Gomu Gomu Rifle punch.
- p14Impact panel shows Luffy's fist connecting with the creature's face amid debris and speed lines.
- p14Ship sails and structure visible in background during the clash.
- p14Heavy motion lines and impact SFX dominate the fight panels.
- p14Creature's face shows gritted teeth and aggressive expression.
- p15Sea bunny spits out a small round object with pop effects and motion lines.
- p15Sanji observes the object with a cigarette in mouth.
- p15Franky stands with arms crossed, neutral expression.
- p15Chopper laughs with arms raised in relief.
- p15Sea bunny dives downward creating large splash and underwater silhouette.
- p15Mysterious figure appears underwater near the ship with flowing hair.
- p15Sea bunny reacts with wide eyes and floating hearts in shock.
- p15Luffy shows surprised expression with sweat drops.
- p15Nami and others react with alarm to the underwater figure.
- p15Multiple small panels show close-ups of faces and the diving creature.
- p16Luffy stares with wide eyes, open mouth, sweat drops and shocked posture in top left panel.
- p16Large water splash and impact SFX dominate upper right panel with mermaid tail breaking surface.
- p16Mermaid shown mid-air with striped tail and bubbles, fishman figure sent flying backward.
- p16Nami displays open mouth, sweat and wide eyes while reacting to the emergence.
- p16Sanji flattened on ground with swirling eyes, stars and impact lines around head.
- p16Mermaid leans forward with apologetic expression, sweat drops and open mouth.
- p16Crew group shows multiple panic expressions, open mouths and raised arms in lower panels.
- p16Mermaid tail and fin clearly visible while she sits on grass.
- p16Background includes trees, grass and scattered impact effects.
- p16Mermaid thanks crew with smiling face and closed eyes in lower left panel.
- p16Large group reaction panel shows multiple crew members with exaggerated surprise postures.
- p17Close-up of mermaid Camie with sparkling eyes, open mouth and sweat drops while leaning forward.
- p17Mermaid tail fully visible on grass with scale pattern and fin details.
- p17Luffy and Sanji react with excited expressions and gestures in small panel.
- p17Sign board appears in lower right reading Kissing Gourami Mermaid Camie with designer tail note.
- p17Crew members show panic and denial expressions with open mouths and sweat.
- p17Mermaid displays happy face with sparkles and small cloud effects.
- p17Large background SFX and motion lines emphasize excitement.
- p17Multiple crew silhouettes react in background with exaggerated poses.
- p17Mermaid upper body shows polka-dot clothing and shoulder pads.
Theories built on chapter 490
THE FAILED WORLD THEORY Argues nearby
THE FAILED WORLD THEORY
Plausible5 evidence
The One Piece Treasure is the Sun of the Dawn that can grow the trees that Spawn Devil Fruits from people's imagination Argues nearby
The One Piece Treasure is the Sun of the Dawn that can grow the trees that Spawn Devil Fruits from people's imagination
Strong1 evidence
The One Piece is the return of the Ancient Kingdom! Argues nearby
The One Piece is the return of the Ancient Kingdom!
Plausible7 evidence
Joyboy is Sora Warrior of The Sea!! Argues nearby
Joyboy is Sora Warrior of The Sea!!
PlausibleNo evidence filed yet
Ryuma, St Ethan Baron V. Nusjuro and Ancient Wano Argues nearby
Ryuma, St Ethan Baron V. Nusjuro and Ancient Wano
PlausibleNo evidence filed yet
The missing Haugen Branch floated away on a Sky-Island and became Giant Jack!!! Argues nearby
The missing Haugen Branch floated away on a Sky-Island and became Giant Jack!!!
PlausibleNo evidence filed yet
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