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One Piece Chapter 560: The Prisoners of Impel Down

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Boa Hancock gives Luffy the key to Ace's handcuffs and blushes after he hugs her in thanks. She protects his escape by kicking down a Marine and blocking Smoker. Luffy spots Kuma ahead and learns from Doflamingo that the government has turned the former revolutionary into the emotionless Pacifista PX-0.

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  1. p.0Zoro stands overlooking massive destruction with sword drawn.
  2. p.6Luffy remembers Kuma previously saying farewell.
  3. p.12Mihawk mentions Red Hair in dialogue.
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The Prisoners of Impel Down

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Chapter title page: Chapter 560, "The Prisoners of Impel Down." The cover concludes Zoro's "Where Are Those Guys? They're Such a Pain" with the caption, "Conclusion: 'A Shadow Approaches.'" Zoro stands among ruined stone buildings and a huge cross-shaped gravestone while a dark silhouette approaches from the foreground and Perona hovers in the distance. This cover is separate from the Marineford battle, but it closes Zoro's short separated cover story on an ominous note.
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Boa Hancock gives Luffy the key to Ace's handcuffs and says, "I believed all along that you would live and make it here. Take this... It is the key to your brother's handcuffs...!!" Luffy reacts, "Eh!?" then embraces her in gratitude, shouting, "Hancock~!! You really are the best!! Thanks!! I'm in your debt!!" Hancock blushes and thinks, "O... oh... oh, no, no, think nothing of it... Just go... Do what you must do, Luffy...!!" Luffy runs off with the key, yelling, "Thanks!!" while Hancock swoons, overwhelmed by his hug.
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Marines are shocked that the Pirate Empress has been knocked down emotionally, shouting, "Impossible! The Pirate Empress was defeated!!?" and noting, "It was a sabaori!! A buchikamashi followed by a sabaori!!" with a note that sabaori and buchikamashi are sumo wrestling moves. Hancock, still blushing, wonders, "Is this what they call... marriage...!!?" and thinks that Luffy embraced her tightly. When a Marine tries to stop Luffy, shouting, "You're not getting away, Strawhat!!!" Hancock intercepts with "Perfume Femur!!!" and kicks him down, protecting Luffy's path.
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Hancock stands between Smoker and Luffy, saying, "Insolent swine!! Get back, I say!!" and "I shall not permit you to pass!!" Marines comment that she has an unmatched way of looking down on people, even though she is actually looking up. Smoker warns, "I hope you're aware of what will happen to you if it gets out you've been obstructing the Marine forces!" Hancock answers, "No matter what I may do, I will be forgiven!" Luffy calls back that she was great and really helpful, then notices Kuma blocking the way and shouts, "Iva-chan!! Kuma is dead!!? What nonsense is this!? He's standing right in front of us!"
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Luffy points at Kuma and says, "It's that bear guy again...!!" asking Ivankov if he knows him. Ivankov answers, "Somewhat, yes...!! However, there is something strange about him!!" Doflamingo laughs, "Fuffuffuffu!! Looks like the both of you knew ol' Kuma, eh? But this guy and the Kuma you knew are two different people." Ivankov demands to know what is going on, saying it is utterly impossible and that this is most certainly the user of the Nikyu Nikyu no Mi, Kuma. Doflamingo reveals that a few days ago Government scientist Dr. Vegapunk performed the final restructuring of Kuma's body, finally turning him into a complete human weapon. He identifies him as the former Bartholomew Kuma.
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Doflamingo explains Kuma's transformation: "This man volunteered of his own volition to take part in the government's research, becoming a test subject for its human weapon project!!" First came the hands, then the legs, while leaving the original man's consciousness intact, and over an extended period of time each piece of his body was restructured little by little. Ivankov refuses to believe it, shouting, "You are lying to me!!! Kuma detests the government!!! He would never do such a ridiculous thing as placing his own life in their hands!!!" Doflamingo says there is no use shouting even if he does not know what deal the government made with Kuma. Until mere days ago, Kuma still had his original personality, but now he has no memory of being human and is nothing more than a monster who fights as the government instructs.
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Doflamingo declares, "He is Pacifista PX-0!!! So forget anything you once knew about him!!!" Kuma fires a paw-shaped blast at Ivankov, knocking him back in an explosion. Ivankov cries, "Kuma...!! What on earth has happened to you over the course of these last few years!?" Luffy remembers Kuma's final words on Sabaody: "We will not be seeing each other again... Farewell." He realizes, "Come to think of it, he said back then..." The page links Kuma's current empty violence to the mystery of why he scattered the Straw Hats.
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Kuma continues firing, and Luffy warns the others, "He's dangerous, you guys!!! Watch out!!!" Kuma uses "Pad Hou!!!" while Ivankov, furious, counters with "Ganmen Spectrum!!!" translated as "Face Spectrum." Ivankov then unleashes "Galaxy Wink!!!" sending a barrage of wink shockwaves through the battlefield. He shouts, "Damn you, Kuma~!!!" while the blasts collide with Kuma's attacks and throw fighters back.
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Ivankov refuses to hold back against Kuma any longer, shouting, "How dare you raise a hand against my cute candy boys!!! I'm not going to hold back against you any longer!!!" Onlookers gasp at his strength, and Ivankov says this is the first time in his whole life that someone has actually forgotten his face. He declares, "I don't care if you have lost your memory...!! If you say you have forgotten how terrifying I can be, then I will pound that knowledge right back into your body!!! Prepare yourself~!!!" His grief over Kuma turns into a full-force attack.
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Luffy leaves Kuma to Ivankov and shouts, "You can leave this to me!! Everyone!!! Go with the Strawhat-boy and back him up!!!" The Impel Down escapees answer, "Roger!!!" and rush toward the execution platform, roaring, "To the execution platform~!!!" Luffy's group charges forward while Buggy, elsewhere on the battlefield, fumes, "Damn you, Strawhat!! We're not letting him outdo us, men!!! The time has come to execute Plan, let the world know the name of Captain Buggy!!!" His followers cheer, though one asks if he is sure about the strategy.
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Crocodile continues cutting through the battlefield, and Marines cry, "Crocodile!!!" He says, "There's no end to them..." while Luffy's party still has a long way to go. A voice tells Luffy, "You're not coming near our old man!!" and Crocodile calmly warns, "I suggest you don't get in my way!!!" Luffy is thrown back by the chaos, and Whitebeard, watching from afar, says, "What a troublesome man. Causing a scene like this..." The path toward Ace remains crowded with enemies and rival pirates.
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Diamond Jozu intercepts Crocodile with "Brilliant Punk!!!" slamming into him with a diamond-hard body. Crocodile reels and says, "What a fighter you are... that immense size, and that speed...!!" He recognizes him: "Diamond Joz!!" Jozu's attack knocks Crocodile off balance and halts his interference near Whitebeard. The page showcases Jozu's speed and power as another Whitebeard commander steps into the chaos to keep the battlefield under control.
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Doflamingo lands near Crocodile and teases him: "Nice to see you made it, Croc-man!! How were the Impel Down bloodbaths?" Crocodile snaps, "Doflamingo...!!" Doflamingo says Crocodile was always a sweet-talker and asks what he says to joining forces, but Crocodile answers, "Don't stick your nose in where it isn't wanted. Do you want me to kill you?" Elsewhere pirates cheer Luffy on, shouting, "Go, Strawhat!!" Mihawk steps forward, apologizing in thought to Red Hair and saying, "But I will not be merciful with my power... Now, fate... let us see how you favor this shining star of the next generation. Will his life end here...? Or will you save it from my black blade...?" Luffy sees him and shouts, "Hawkeye!!!"
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One Piece Chapter 560: The Prisoners of Impel Down

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Chapter 560 summary

Boa Hancock gives Luffy the key to Ace's handcuffs and blushes after he hugs her in thanks. She protects his escape by kicking down a Marine and blocking Smoker. Luffy spots Kuma ahead and learns from Doflamingo that the government has turned the former revolutionary into the emotionless Pacifista PX-0. Ivankov refuses to accept the change and battles Kuma with a series of powerful attacks while Luffy leaves the fight to him. Luffy and the Impel Down escapees charge toward the execution platform as Buggy rallies his own crew. Crocodile cuts through Marines until Diamond Jozu intercepts him with a diamond-hard strike. Doflamingo lands nearby and suggests an alliance, which Crocodile rejects. Mihawk advances on Luffy and declares he will not hold back.

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Key facts in chapter 560

  • p0Chapter 560 title page shows post-battle ruined area at night
  • p0Zoro stands overlooking massive destruction with sword drawn
  • p1Hancock provides key for Ace's handcuffs to Luffy
  • p1Luffy expresses gratitude and physical affection toward Hancock
  • p2Hancock uses Perfume Femur attack sending Luffy flying
  • p2Marines recognize Hancock's moves as sumo techniques
  • p3Hancock fights Marine to block path while Kuma is present
  • p3Ivankov reacts to Kuma's unexpected presence
  • p4Pacifista PX-0 appears as modified Bartholomew Kuma.
  • p4Ivankov recognizes the original Kuma as Nikyu Nikyu no Mi user.
  • p4Luffy identifies the Pacifista as the bear guy encountered previously.
  • p5Kuma volunteered for Vegapunk's human weapon restructuring project.
  • p5Pacifista body was rebuilt piece by piece over extended time.
  • p5Original Kuma consciousness is stated to be absent or suppressed.
  • p6Pacifista PX-0 attacks with massive paw slam causing explosion.
  • p6Luffy dodges the Pacifista strike successfully.
  • p6Luffy remembers Kuma previously saying farewell.
  • p7Ivankov uses Ganmen Spectrum and Galaxy Wink abilities.
  • p7Pacifista counters with Pad Hou air projectile attacks.
  • p7Luffy warns companions during the Pacifista fight.
  • p8Buggy is actively fighting and displaying extreme anger on the battlefield.
  • p8Buggy references his past reputation and identity being unrecognized.
  • p9Buggy's forces are charging toward the execution platform alongside other allies.
  • p9Buggy is directing his crew with a specific plan to gain world attention.
  • p10Crocodile is engaged in combat against numerous opponents.
  • p10Whitebeard remains standing amid the ongoing plaza battle.
  • p11Whitebeard uses a powerful naginata technique against Crocodile.
  • p11Diamond Joz is present and active on the battlefield near the execution platform.
  • p12Crocodile references fate and the next generation during the war.
  • p12Luffy directly addresses Mihawk mid-battle.
  • p12Doflamingo and Crocodile meet at Impel Down ruins.
  • p12Mihawk mentions Red Hair in dialogue.
Symbols and visual details133 · show
  • p0Large stone cross dominates ruined night landscape with jagged broken edges and debris
  • p0Zoro silhouette in foreground grips sword hilt with visible hand and arm posture
  • p0Tiny floating figure hovers near the cross base against dark sky
  • p0Shattered buildings and rubble cover the ground with scattered wooden planks
  • p0Dark forested hills frame the background under cloudy night sky
  • p0Broken stone walls and collapsed structures litter the foreground
  • p0Sword blade points downward from Zoro's grip toward the destruction
  • p0Small human figures stand among rubble in mid-ground
  • p0Narration text box at bottom references approaching shadow
  • p1Hancock holds small key forward between fingers with confident smile
  • p1Luffy shows wide-eyed shock expression in close-up panel
  • p1Hancock blushes with sweat drop while flustered in side panel
  • p1Luffy grabs Hancock in tight hug with joyful open-mouth expression
  • p1Salome snake coils around Luffy during embrace
  • p1Large SFX letters emphasize impact and motion lines
  • p1Hancock's snake earrings and long dark hair visible in close-up
  • p1Luffy's straw hat and vest shown during excited reaction
  • p1Multiple speech bubbles surround Hancock's face in first panel
  • p2Marines display shocked open-mouth expressions with sweat drops
  • p2Hancock blushes deeply with hand near mouth and wide eyes
  • p2Salome the tiger watches scene from background
  • p2Hancock spins in Perfume Femur attack with motion lines
  • p2Luffy is launched backward with flailing limbs and impact effects
  • p2Marine points forward while shouting in pursuit panel
  • p2Large SFX for sumo move names and attack impact
  • p2Hancock's long hair flows during spin attack
  • p2Background shows broken structures and dust clouds
  • p3Hancock blocks Marine's weapon with extended leg and arm pose
  • p3Marine's face shows strain while being overpowered
  • p3Kuma stands motionless in background amid smoke and debris
  • p3Ivankov reacts with wide eyes and open mouth near Kuma
  • p3Destroyed buildings and rubble surround the confrontation
  • p3Hancock's snake Salome coils near her during fight
  • p3Luffy watches from lower panel with determined expression
  • p3Marine's speech bubble questions Hancock's upward gaze
  • p3Dust clouds and motion lines fill combat panels
  • p4Luffy stares upward with wide eyes open mouth sweat drops and shocked posture toward towering figure.
  • p4Ivankov stands with arms raised large curly hair open mouth shouting expression in foreground.
  • p4Pacifista PX-0 looms in background with massive paw raised showing cross-shaped pad mark.
  • p4Pacifista head silhouette visible with dark visor eyes and bear-ear hat shape.
  • p4Luffy positioned lower left looking up at Pacifista with tense body language.
  • p4Ivankov central figure with exaggerated facial features and wild hair volume.
  • p4Background shows ruined ground scattered debris and distant fallen figures.
  • p4Speech bubbles clustered around Ivankov and Luffy indicating rapid exchange.
  • p4Pacifista paw dominates upper right panel with bold cross symbol.
  • p4Luffy's hair spikes and open mouth convey alarm and recognition.
  • p4Ivankov necklace and outfit details visible during intense reaction.
  • p4Composition places small human figures against giant mechanical silhouette.
  • p5Close-up of Pacifista visor eyes with blank mechanical stare and no pupils.
  • p5Pacifista face fills panel showing stitched seams and metallic plating lines.
  • p5Background laboratory scene with scientists and machinery above the face.
  • p5Ivankov in lower panel with wide eyes and sweat reacting to explanation.
  • p5Luffy visible in midground with tense posture near Ivankov.
  • p5Pacifista stands over battlefield ruins with cross pad visible on paw.
  • p5Speech bubbles surround the Pacifista face explaining body restructuring.
  • p5Dark shading on Pacifista face emphasizes visor glow and mechanical nature.
  • p5Scientists in background panels wear lab coats and operate equipment.
  • p5Ivankov hair and expression show horror at the transformation details.
  • p5Composition contrasts giant mechanical face with small human reactions below.
  • p6Ivankov screams with wide eyes and sweat drops in close-up panel.
  • p6Luffy watches with gritted teeth and sweat flying from face.
  • p6Pacifista paw descends with large impact SFX PYUN and ground explosion.
  • p6Luffy dodges sideways with motion lines and shocked expression.
  • p6Pacifista visor glows in close-up after impact.
  • p6Ivankov hair and body shown mid-leap during evasion.
  • p6Luffy recalls memory panel with sweat and wide eyes.
  • p6Pacifista silhouette looms over battlefield with cross pad raised.
  • p6Impact effects include large ZUUUN SFX and debris clouds.
  • p6Ivankov face shows rage with exaggerated mouth and eyes.
  • p6Luffy pants with open mouth after dodging the slam.
  • p6Composition shows multiple reaction panels around central impact.
  • p7Ivankov unleashes multiple screaming faces from body in Ganmen Spectrum attack.
  • p7Pacifista counters with rapid PIPX and ZAH strike effects.
  • p7Luffy shouts with angry expression in midground.
  • p7Galaxy Wink blast erupts with large impact lines and debris.
  • p7Pacifista launches PAD HOU air blasts with circular shockwaves.
  • p7Ivankov hit and recoils with GUEHH SFX and pained posture.
  • p7Luffy warns allies with open mouth and tense body.
  • p7Background shows multiple fighters reacting to the battle.
  • p7Pacifista visor and face visible amid attack effects.
  • p7Ivankov face spectrum creates layered screaming mouth motif.
  • p7Large bold SFX dominate panels during ability exchanges.
  • p7Luffy positioned near Ivankov during the combined assault.
  • p8Buggy's face twists with bulging veins and wide eyes in extreme rage during close-up panels.
  • p8Massive impact SFX ゴォォン radiates outward from Buggy's punch with smoke and debris lines.
  • p8Buggy clutches head with both hands while shouting about forgotten face and identity.
  • p8Background allies in striped hats and spotted clothing react with sweat drops and surprise.
  • p8Leopard-like fighter shows open mouth and wide eyes while exclaiming strength.
  • p8Full-page close-up of Buggy with mouth wide open, raised fists, and dramatic shading lines.
  • p8Buggy wears striped hat, beaded necklace, and dark clothing with visible sweat and tension.
  • p8Panel composition emphasizes Buggy's looming silhouette and explosive background effects.
  • p8Facial expressions shift from fury to shocked realization across sequential panels.
  • p8Small background figures display nervous posture and agreement gestures.
  • p9Buggy hurls a man skyward with one arm while pointing dramatically forward.
  • p9Female pirate with dark hair and spotted outfit stands in dynamic pose shouting orders.
  • p9Wide battlefield view shows Buggy's crew charging toward distant execution platform.
  • p9Buggy's mouth open wide in battle cry with radiating speed lines and smoke clouds.
  • p9Close-up of Buggy in striped outfit gesturing with raised fist and intense expression.
  • p9Multiple crew members in varied outfits surge forward with weapons drawn.
  • p9Background shows Marineford architecture and chaotic combat silhouettes.
  • p9SFX lines emphasize movement and dramatic forward momentum of the charge.
  • p9Buggy's crew displays excited and determined facial expressions during advance.
  • p10Aerial wide shot shows numerous figures plummeting through streaked sky with impact lines.
  • p10Crocodile appears in close-up with scarred face and tense expression.
  • p10Ally warns Crocodile about endless enemies while sweat drops are visible.
  • p10Crocodile mutters with closed eyes and slight smile in reaction panel.
  • p10Whitebeard stands tall on shattered plaza with billowing cloak and naginata.
  • p10Buggy's crew fights around Whitebeard amid debris and smoke.
  • p10Crocodile clashes violently sending debris flying in dynamic action panel.
  • p10Multiple impact SFX and motion lines fill the battlefield panels.
  • p10Background shows broken architecture and ongoing large-scale combat.
  • p11Whitebeard swings massive naginata creating colossal shockwave labeled BRIL-LIANT PUNK.
  • p11Crocodile is hurled backward by the force with body twisting in midair.
  • p11Ally comments on Whitebeard's immense size and speed during the swing.
  • p11Diamond Joz appears in fierce close-up with furrowed brows and determined expression.
  • p11Battlefield erupts with impact SFX ギュッ and ズゴォォン around Joz.
  • p11Marine soldier is sent flying from the shockwave.
  • p11Joz's diamond-hard body is shown withstanding the incoming blow.
  • p11Shattered execution platform fragments scatter in the background.
  • p11Multiple panels emphasize speed lines and explosive force of the attack.
  • p12Crocodile close-up with intense glare, cigar, and dark coat patterns.
  • p12Luffy shown with wide eyes, open mouth, sweat drops, and battle-worn face.
  • p12Multiple small panels depict Impel Down chaos with explosions and clashing figures.
  • p12Mihawk stands with crossed blades in a calm posture.
  • p12Doflamingo appears with feathered coat, sunglasses, and wide grin.
  • p12Large circular impact SFX and motion lines dominate right-side panel.
  • p12Crocodile and Doflamingo face each other amid swirling smoke and debris.
  • p12Luffy panel emphasizes shock and desperate shout with motion lines.
  • p12Background shows prison architecture and distant fighting silhouettes.
  • p12Crocodile's face partially shadowed with sharp eye focus.
  • p12Doflamingo's speech bubble placement overlaps large action SFX.
  • p12Mihawk's crossed swords create X motif in panel center.
  • p12Luffy's expression shifts from shock to determined glare across panels.

Theories built on chapter 560

Marineford arc

  1. 557Luffy and Whitebeard
  2. 558Brother
  3. 559Karma
  4. 560The Prisoners of Impel Down
  5. 561Luffy vs Mihawk
  6. 562Pirate Whirlpool Spider Squardo
  7. 563One Man, One Heart

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