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One Piece chapter 561: Luffy vs Mihawk — what is in it

Marineford arc · 17 pages · 21 characters

Key facts in this chapter

  • p0Chapter 561 opens with a jungle scene featuring Luffy in monkey form.
  • p1Luffy declares intent to save Ace during clash with Mihawk.
  • p2Mihawk lands a powerful slash that sends Luffy flying and erupts the ground.
  • p3Newkama allies intervene to block Mihawk and protect Luffy.
  • p4Mihawk performs a powerful sword swing at Luffy.
  • p4Luffy uses Gear Second extension to evade the strike.
  • p4Crocodile watches the exchange from nearby.
  • p5A large glacier collapses onto the Marineford battlefield.
  • p5Mihawk remains positioned on the falling ice.
  • p5Widespread destruction affects ships and fighters below.
  • p6Crocodile challenges Mihawk's attitude during their encounter.
  • p6Doflamingo intervenes with a taunt and attack.
  • p6Crocodile launches Sables sand whip at Doflamingo.
  • p7Luffy continues moving through the chaotic battlefield.
  • p7Buggy becomes entangled in nearby fights.
  • p7Mihawk and Crocodile maintain their ongoing clash.
  • p8Luffy performs Gomu Gomu Substitute to evade slash.
  • p8Giant pirate in striped shirt directly attacks Luffy.
  • p8Luffy identifies true attacker of the target during fight.
  • p9Buggy is caught in massive explosion on battlefield.
  • p9Mihawk draws blade after explosion clears.
  • p9Vista intercepts Mihawk to aid Luffy.
  • p10Mihawk recognizes Vista as Whitebeard division commander.
  • p10Vista engages Mihawk in direct sword duel.
  • p10Luffy observes duel while advancing.
  • p11Over two hundred Impel Down convicts have appeared on battlefield.
  • p11Execution timing draws closer during ongoing war.
  • p11Massive breakout from Impel Down influences current battle.
  • p11World watches events that may change history.
  • p12Marines announce that fleet preparations are complete at Marineford.
  • p12Crowd reacts with shock to early execution preparations.
  • p12Marine captain orders Denden Mushi visuals cut.
  • p13Luffy reacts with horror to early Ace execution announcement.
  • p13Marine ships appear from behind ice on the bay.
  • p13Pirates realize the ships are Marine forces.
  • p14Marines deploy rows of Pacifista cyborgs at Marineford.
  • p14Luffy identifies the Pacifistas from previous Sabaody encounter.
  • p14Pacifistas begin firing beams during the battle.

What is said, page by page

  • p0Title text establishes chapter theme as direct confrontation between Luffy and Mihawk.
  • p1Luffy shouts determination to save Ace and refuses to fight strong opponents now, showing urgent resolve.
  • p1Mihawk responds with cold glare and powerful slash that sends Luffy flying.
  • p2Mihawk states Luffy remains within his range with composed intent.
  • p2Luffy reacts with shock and pain grunt during the continuing slash.
  • p3Luffy yells in pain that he has been cut by the slash.
  • p3Newkama allies shout that they are stronger now and will stop Mihawk for Luffy.
  • p4Mihawk states he does not recall faces of insects he crushes, conveying arrogant dismissal during attack.
  • p4Luffy calls out Jet Gomu Gomu while extending limbs to dodge, showing urgent survival intent.
  • p4Crocodile notes that his arm would have been sliced off if extended, expressing relief mixed with tension.
  • p4Crocodile observes Mihawk seems unusually calm, highlighting contrast in demeanor.
  • p5Pirates shout in alarm as glacier falls, conveying panic and urgency.
  • p5Characters react with surprise sounds while scrambling from debris.
  • p6Crocodile accuses Mihawk of arrogance and suggests subordination offer, expressing anger.
  • p6Doflamingo taunts that he expected more reasonableness from Crocodile, showing mocking amusement.
  • p6Crocodile yells at Doflamingo to get out of his sight while attacking.
  • p7Buggy complains about getting caught in others' battles, showing frustration.
  • p7Luffy cries out in pain while stretching, indicating strain.
  • p7Buggy's crew warns Luffy he is moving farther from his brother.
  • p8Luffy calls out technique name while launching aerial stretch attack with aggressive intent.
  • p8Luffy screams in pain after receiving crushing blow from giant pirate.
  • p8Giant pirate yells in frustration at repeated substitution dodges.
  • p8Luffy realizes giant pirate was the one who injured the target and shouts the revelation.
  • p8Luffy shouts while hurling projectile with intent to blast opponent away.
  • p9Distant voices cry out for Captain Buggy after explosion sends him flying.
  • p9Luffy shouts thanks to Buggy with surprised and grateful expression.
  • p9Mihawk declares fight is far from over with calm resolve.
  • p9Vista calls out to lend a hand while engaging Mihawk.
  • p9Vista ally responds with agreement to take over the fight.
  • p10Mihawk asks if opponent has heard of him during sword lock.
  • p10Vista greets Mihawk with polite acknowledgment of reputation.
  • p10Mihawk identifies Vista by full title and notes dangerous ability.
  • p10Luffy questions identity of the intervening swordsman.
  • p10Luffy expresses thanks while moving forward.
  • p10Vista ally shouts success at escaping while warning of ally-turning danger.
  • p12Marine voice confirms fleet preparations complete including bay shore operation, formal tone.
  • p12Crowd yells questioning what will happen to Ace and why execution preparations started early, alarmed mood.
  • p12Marine captain states the tragedy would be too much for world citizens and cuts Denden Mushi visuals, decisive intent.
  • p12Marine captain declares single word victory is enough and questions if execution begins now, authoritative mood.
  • p13Luffy screams Ace name in horror from battlefield, desperate mood.
  • p13Voice explains world will learn outcome in a few hours, ominous tone.
  • p13Marine captain states single word victory will be more than enough, confident intent.
  • p13Pirates shout that approaching ships are not allies and question their identity, panicked mood.
  • p14Marine voice announces all units to move, commanding tone.
  • p14Marine notes government human weapons matching prior rumors, surprised mood.
  • p14Luffy recognizes Pacifistas from Sabaody and notes their numbers, shocked reaction.
  • p14Pacifista voice states they waited long enough and it is their turn, aggressive intent.