One Piece chapter 541: The Likes of Which Has Never Been Seen — what is in it

Impel Down arc · 25 pages · 40 characters

Key facts in this chapter

  • p0Chapter 541 opens with a kitchen scene inside Newkama Land.
  • p1Marines reach Level 6 and encounter a massive hole in the ceiling.
  • p1Explosion occurs during the marines' advance on Level 6.
  • p2Head Guard Shiryu appears on Level 6 and comments on the escape situation.
  • p2Crocodile and Jinbei have been released by the escaping group.
  • p3Escapees are confirmed to have released Crocodile and Jinbei.
  • p3Striped-uniform figure assumes command and redirects forces to Level 4.
  • p3Warden Magellan is occupied with another assignment during the crisis.
  • p4Scene is set in Level 5 Freezing Hell of Impel Down.
  • p4Ivankov leads a group of prisoners planning escape.
  • p4Prisoners are suffering from freezing temperatures.
  • p5Ivankov rides a large beast during the prisoner stampede.
  • p5Tension hormones are referenced as affecting the crowd.
  • p5Strawhat Luffy has already moved ahead of the main group.
  • p6Execution of Ace is set for 3 PM.
  • p6Current time shown is approaching 10 AM.
  • p6Stairs connect Level 5 to Level 4 of Impel Down.
  • p6Crocodile demonstrates ability to turn stone into sand.
  • p7Crocodile possesses Suna Suna no Mi fruit allowing moisture absorption.
  • p7Explosion occurs on Level 4 of Impel Down.
  • p7Guards react to sudden destruction with raised weapons.
  • p8Luffy, Crocodile, and Jinbe enter Level 4 of Impel Down together.
  • p8Level 4 is labeled Inferno Hell in the scene.
  • p8Guards recognize all three as high-threat individuals.
  • p9Crocodile uses Barchan sand wave in Level 4 corridor.
  • p9Luffy counters with rapid Gomu Gomu punches.
  • p9Guards respond with prison bullet gunfire.
  • p10Jinbe uses Merman Karate RAIN attack in Level 4.
  • p10The technique creates a large water shockwave.
  • p10Guards are knocked back and wounded by the strike.
  • p11Buggy's group is on Level 2 Demon Beast Hell.
  • p11Luffy and Crocodile fight together against Level 4 guards.
  • p11Prisoners plan to move toward Level 4 during the distraction.
  • p12Scene takes place in Impel Down monitor room and Level 2.
  • p12Buggy wears a fox head-dress disguise.
  • p12Vice Warden is present and giving orders.
  • p12Prisoner movement is detected on Level 2 monitors.
  • p13Buggy rallies prisoners on Level 2.
  • p13Mass breakout occurs with cell doors being destroyed.
  • p13Guards are overwhelmed and request reinforcements.
  • p14Crocodile drops keys for Mr. 2.
  • p14Mr. 1 is held in a Level 4 cell.
  • p14Crocodile recruits Mr. 1 for an escape plan.
  • p15Ivankov and Inazuma arrive with reinforcements on the stairs.
  • p15Mr. 1 and Crocodile are together on Level 4.
  • p15Prisoners who were previously missing are now fighting with the escapees.
  • p16Luffy leads the prisoner stampede out of Impel Down.
  • p16Ivankov uses hormone powers visibly during the breakout.
  • p16Guards request reinforcements for multiple levels simultaneously.
  • p16Scene marks the end of volume 55.
  • p16Prisoners are heading directly toward Marine Headquarters.

What is said, page by page

  • p0Chapter title displayed as 'THE LIKES OF WHICH HAS NEVER BEEN SEEN' indicating an unprecedented event.
  • p1Marines warn each other to be careful because the enemy is trapped ahead.
  • p1Marines announce arrival at Level 6 and remind about prison bullets.
  • p1Marines note that Strawhat, Ivankov and Inazuma all possess Devil Fruit powers.
  • p1Marines discover the giant hole in the ceiling and question where the targets went.
  • p1Marines ask what the giant stone structure is while searching for the escapees.
  • p2Marine recognizes the silhouetted figure as Head Guard Shiryu.
  • p2Marine officer dismisses the idea of finding targets in the current location.
  • p2Voices report that the targets also released Crocodile and Jinbei.
  • p2Shiryu states that the situation is Impel Down's failure and that others cannot manage without him.
  • p2Shiryu notes the targets went up through the hole to Level 5.
  • p2Shiryu offers to lend a hand and suggests informing Magellan.
  • p3Marine reports that the targets outwitted the trap and are not in their cells.
  • p3Marine confirms Crocodile and Jinbei are also missing.
  • p3Question raised whether the five escapees are now on Level 5.
  • p3Striped prisoner orders all forces to return to Level 4.
  • p3Striped prisoner declares he will fight too and demands subordinates gather.
  • p3Saldeath and Sadi-chan are called by name to hurry to Level 4.
  • p3Marine questions if Warden Magellan is responsible for the situation.
  • p4Ivankov shouts to rally prisoners asking if they are ready.
  • p4Ivankov states plan to steal a Marine ship to reach Marine Headquarters.
  • p4Ivankov stresses need for large numbers of allies to increase survival odds.
  • p4Prisoners cry out about extreme cold in the freezing environment.
  • p4Narration notes that even reaching Level 1 gates leaves escape blocked by Calm Belt.
  • p4Ivankov proposes releasing many prisoners from Levels 5 and below to boost numbers.
  • p4Ivankov orders taking keys while ascending and releasing captives.
  • p5Ivankov roars while leading the charge to create massive panic inside Impel Down.
  • p5Ivankov calls out for someone while tension hormones surge.
  • p5Voice commands Candies to pursue the target.
  • p5Character notes that Strawhat boy has already gone ahead.
  • p5Prisoners shout to stop them as they surge forward.
  • p5Prisoners cheer that freedom is great.
  • p6Narration states execution is scheduled for 3 PM and it is almost 10 AM.
  • p6Marine officer warns that Ace is already being moved so fighting could start anytime.
  • p6Marine officer predicts Whitebeard will act before 3 PM.
  • p6Crocodile states his right hand brings drought.
  • p6Character declares doors mean nothing and leaps downward.
  • p6Bloodied character expresses relief that execution may not happen before 3 PM.
  • p6Character concludes they still have a chance.
  • p7Scroll describes Crocodile right hand absorbing moisture and turning objects to sand.
  • p7Crocodile demonstrates power by turning stone into sand.
  • p8Guards shout alarm that intruders have arrived at Level 4.
  • p8Guards identify Crocodile as former Shichibukai in shock.
  • p8Guards identify Luffy as the intruder Monkey D. Luffy.
  • p8Guards identify Jinbe as Level 6 escapee and Shichibukai.
  • p8Luffy mutters that the environment is extremely hot.
  • p8Guards declare immediate engagement with the three figures.
  • p8Guard questions the Inferno Hell setting during the arrival.
  • p9Crocodile activates Barchan sand technique against guards.
  • p9Guards cry out in alarm and pain from the sand wave.
  • p9Luffy begins Gomu Gomu punch sequence after landing.
  • p9Guards order use of prison bullets while firing rifles.
  • p10Jinbe activates RAIN technique with downward strike.
  • p10Guard identifies the move as Karakusa Gawara Seiken.
  • p10Jinbe declares Merman Karate during the attack.
  • p10Guards react with surprise and confusion at the water technique.
  • p11Buggy's group discusses hearing transmissions from another floor.
  • p11Buggy asks if the group is ready to act.
  • p11Mr. 3 suggests the chaos is their chance to escape.
  • p11Prisoners decide to head to Level 4.
  • p11Guards panic at the presence of two Shichibukai.
  • p11Guard notes they cannot fight without reinforcements.
  • p12Monitor room guard reports sighting a suspicious shadow resembling a prisoner on the screen.
  • p12Second guard clarifies the location as Level 2.
  • p12Third guard reacts in surprise about the fox head-dress being something unexpected.
  • p12Alarmed voices declare something is wrong in the monitor room.
  • p12Vice Warden is urgently contacted from the monitor room.
  • p12Guard reports they are heading directly to Level 4 as ordered.
  • p12Vice Warden shouts to check the current floor instead.
  • p12Buggy comments on luck and the chance to reach a Marine ship during the riot.
  • p13Buggy laughs loudly and urges prisoners to run wild for their chance at freedom.
  • p13Prisoners hail Buggy as their savior and captain.
  • p13Prisoners declare it is kick-off time for the riot.
  • p13Guard pleads for Blue Gorillas to be sent back because suppression is failing.
  • p13Guard reports that prisoners have broken out and are rioting again on Level 2.
  • p14Mr. 2 Bon Clay reacts with shock upon recognizing Crocodile.
  • p14Mr. 2 thanks Crocodile for the dropped keys.
  • p14Crocodile offers Mr. 1 a chance to join in exchange for manpower to escape.
  • p14Mr. 1 states he was getting bored and agrees to go along.
  • p15Guard announces the arrival of reinforcements including Ivankov, Inazuma, and Mr. 2.
  • p15Ivankov declares the group includes long-missing Demoned Away prisoners.
  • p15Guard questions what is happening.
  • p15Mr. 2 is recognized among the arriving group.
  • p16Guard reports that reinforcements are needed on both Level 2 and Level 4.
  • p16Guard expresses panic over bizarre prisoner appearances and asks what to do.
  • p16Narration highlights Emporio Ivankov's face growth hormone ability.
  • p16Prisoner complains about extreme heat during the escape.
  • p16Guard concludes that the prisoners cannot be stopped.
  • p16Final note references the disappeared prisoners from earlier events.
  • p16Main group declares unstoppable advance toward Marine Headquarters.