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One Piece chapter 558: Brother — what is in it

Marineford arc · 15 pages · 24 characters

Key facts in this chapter

  • p0Chapter 558 titled BROTHER opens with Brook at piano among skeleton pirates
  • p1Whitebeard reacts with shock to news of Ace's execution moved forward
  • p1Luffy shares intercepted Marine message details with Whitebeard
  • p2Whitebeard concludes Marines will not wait for promised schedule
  • p2Luffy is suddenly attacked by Admiral Kizaru
  • p3Ivankov uses Death Wink against Kizaru forces
  • p3Buggy crew reacts with shock to Ivankov's bold action
  • p4Kuma performs Rolling Aesthetic spinning attack on the battlefield.
  • p4Bear-like ally recognizes Kuma as former associate.
  • p4Kuma's attack creates large shockwaves and debris clouds.
  • p5Hina uses Awase Baori cage technique.
  • p5Luffy identifies Hina from previous Arabasta meeting.
  • p5Hina is struck and acknowledges being outmatched.
  • p6Moria directs zombie horde against Luffy.
  • p6Luffy continues fighting while taking multiple hits.
  • p6Moria plans to use Luffy's shadow on Oars.
  • p7Luffy is bloodied and stopped by a Marine officer.
  • p7Marine officer shares a personal pirate philosophy with Luffy.
  • p7Luffy's back tattoo and scar are visible in final panel.
  • p8Luffy and Ace are engaged in a direct verbal confrontation on the battlefield.
  • p8Ace wears a beaded necklace during the argument.
  • p8Luffy's straw hat remains on his back while facing Ace.
  • p9Luffy and Ace formed their brotherhood by exchanging sake cups as children.
  • p9Flashback depicts young Luffy and Ace laughing during the ceremony.
  • p9Luffy's current face shows blood and tears while declaring brotherhood.
  • p10Luffy's brother claim causes shock among Marineford onlookers.
  • p10Moria deploys zombies during the ongoing battle.
  • p10Jinbe appears on the battlefield near Luffy.
  • p11Luffy activates Gear Third during the Marineford battle.
  • p11Crocodile identifies Luffy as Dragon's son and a future threat.
  • p11Panic spreads among Marines and reporters after the revelation.
  • p12Luffy performs Gigant Rifle technique during the battle.
  • p12Luffy declares intent to save Ace regardless of personal risk.
  • p12Marco issues order to protect Luffy from dying.
  • p12Scene takes place amid Whitebeard pirate alliance actions at Marineford.

What is said, page by page

  • p0Bottom caption summarizes Brook's lodgings and panties repayment with conclusion Satan composes a melody
  • p1Whitebeard demands confirmation about overheard execution schedule change
  • p1Luffy explains partial intel on Ace execution preparations and codes
  • p1Marco questions Luffy's casual confidence when addressing Whitebeard
  • p1Whitebeard acknowledges the valuable information received
  • p2Whitebeard notes preparations are key and Marines may accelerate schedule
  • p2Crew reports Ace execution time moved forward via intercepted message
  • p2Ally warns that overheard strategy is not a mistake this man would make
  • p2Luffy screams while being attacked by Kizaru
  • p3Pirates scream in panic wanting to go home during the attack
  • p3Ivankov smirks while firing Death Wink at enemies
  • p3Crew praises Ivankov for not fearing Admiral Kizaru
  • p3Buggy questions if Ivankov really said what he thought
  • p4Luffy yells in alarm identifying the bear-like figure as the one who sent everyone flying.
  • p4Kuma is named aloud with intense exclamation during his sudden appearance.
  • p4Kuma shouts technique name while executing spinning attack with aggressive motion.
  • p4Bear-like ally expresses horror at Kuma firing on an old friend despite duty.
  • p4Bear-like ally acknowledges Kuma's Shichibukai obligation in conflicted tone.
  • p5Hina declares Awase Baori technique and intent to trap the target.
  • p5Luffy recognizes Hina from Arabasta encounter with surprised shout.
  • p5Hina states her body will lock anyone passing through it.
  • p5Ally gasps at the unseen speed of the attacker.
  • p5Hina realizes she is outmatched after being struck.
  • p6Moria summons zombie minions with commanding roar.
  • p6Moria taunts Luffy about his impressive strength.
  • p6Moria declares intent to implant Luffy's shadow into Oars.
  • p6Moria laughs about creating more zombies from battlefield deaths.
  • p6Allies shout Luffy's name in concern during the assault.
  • p7Luffy shouts for someone to stay back with intense expression.
  • p7Marine officer orders Luffy to move aside.
  • p7Marine officer states both have sailed by their own hearts.
  • p7Marine officer reminds Luffy he is a pirate like himself.
  • p7Luffy reacts with silent shock after being struck.
  • p8Luffy yells at Ace that he never asked for interference, mood angry and frustrated during heated argument.
  • p8Ace roars that he has his own nakama and adventure, intent defiant and independent toward Luffy.
  • p8Background fighter shouts to save Ace, urgent and panicked tone amid battlefield chaos.
  • p8Ace demands if Luffy believes he will be forgiven, sneering with humiliation and anger.
  • p8Ace calls Luffy a weakling for trying to save him, mocking and enraged mood.
  • p8Ace pleads for Luffy to leave, voice desperate and protective despite fury.
  • p8Luffy questions why Ace came, shocked and emotional reaction in close panel.
  • p9Luffy screams that he is Ace's brother, tearful and determined declaration in massive close-up.
  • p9Narration states that from today on they are brothers, formal bond formation shown.
  • p9Young Ace tells Luffy he does not care about stupid pirate rules, dismissive and brotherly tone.
  • p9Text explains that exchanging drinks forms a bond of brotherhood, ritual context provided.
  • p10Onlookers exclaim that both of Ace's parents died at birth so he could not have a younger brother, shocked realization.
  • p10Someone questions if Luffy is also Roger's son after hearing brother claim, surprised tone.
  • p10Luffy continues rampage with loud scream, aggressive and unstoppable intent.
  • p10Moria orders his zombies to attack, commanding and confident mood.
  • p10Luffy yells Jinbe's name upon spotting him, urgent and hopeful call.
  • p10Zombie questions the salt weakness of Moria's zombies, confused reaction.
  • p11Voices shout that Luffy said it and is the son of the Dragon, panicked reactions spreading.
  • p11Crocodile states Luffy was raised with Ace and is another dangerous element, serious warning tone.
  • p11Someone yells to move so they can crush the rookie themselves, aggressive intent.
  • p11Narration reveals Luffy is the flesh-and-blood son of the Revolutionary Dragon.
  • p11Fighters react with surprise that Luffy is Dragon's son, connecting to past events.
  • p12Luffy shouts fierce determination to save Ace even if it kills him, conveying unbreakable resolve and defiance.
  • p12Fishman ally yells protest against Luffy's reckless action with alarmed and urgent tone.
  • p12Marco commands ally not to let Luffy die, showing protective concern and authority.
  • p12Ally responds 'ROGER THAT' acknowledging Marco's order with calm acceptance.
  • p12Luffy calls out 'GOMU GOMU~' initiating his stretching technique with powerful voice.
  • p12Luffy names the attack 'GIGANT RIFLE' as the massive strike connects.