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One Piece chapter 572: The Times They Are A-Changin' — what is in it

Marineford arc · 14 pages · 15 characters

Key facts in this chapter

  • p0Chapter 572 opens with a title page illustration of a young girl reading in a tree.
  • p1Ace uses Fire Fist attack during the Marineford battle.
  • p1Luffy and Ace are being supported by Whitebeard allies while escaping.
  • p2Ace is confirmed as a fire Logia type during the battle.
  • p2Luffy is struck by a powerful impact while escaping with Ace.
  • p3Whitebeard intervenes directly to protect Luffy during the escape.
  • p3Luffy is sent flying by Whitebeard's attack force.
  • p4Ace uses Hiken attack on multiple marines.
  • p4Luffy and Ace advance together through the battlefield.
  • p5Whitebeard commands allies to clear a path for Luffy and Ace.
  • p5Luffy and Ace fight side by side amid smoke.
  • p6Luffy and Ace exchange words while fighting.
  • p6Aokiji confronts Luffy and Ace with ice attack.
  • p6Ace counters Aokiji's Pheasant Beak with Kyou Kaen causing steam explosion.
  • p7Whitebeard refuses to retreat from the battlefield.
  • p7Enemy ship advances while marines panic.
  • p7Admiral Sakazuki is present among the marines.
  • p8Squardo leads the Whirlpool Spider Pirates.
  • p8Ship collision occurs at Marineford harbor wall.
  • p8Squardo is visibly injured and enraged during confrontation.
  • p9Whitebeard is bleeding from face and chest.
  • p9Whitebeard addresses Squardo directly about parental pain.
  • p9Crew reacts with horror to Whitebeard's statements.
  • p10Whitebeard commands the crew to return to the New World without him.
  • p10Whitebeard Pirates react with strong emotional protest.
  • p10Whitebeard is covered in blood and sweat while speaking.
  • p11Whitebeard gives the order for the crew to advance.
  • p11Marineford is shown under heavy attack with large waves.
  • p11Ace is present among the Whitebeard Pirates during the battle.

What is said, page by page

  • p0Chapter title text announces 'THE TIMES THEY ARE A-CHANGIN'' as thematic header.
  • p1Luffy shouts 'RIGHT!!!' with strong determination during the escape attempt.
  • p1Ace warns Luffy 'DON'T GET CARELESS' with urgent intent.
  • p1Allies shout praise that Luffy has freed Ace and succeeded in the rescue.
  • p1Characters note Luffy's repeated reckless actions since Impel Down.
  • p2Ace thanks Luffy for saving him and admits he never dreamed of rescue.
  • p2Luffy credits Whitebeard and his crew for helping the rescue succeed.
  • p2Ace asks if Luffy can still fight after the impact.
  • p3Whitebeard roars that Luffy and Ace will both die if they stay.
  • p3Whitebeard warns enemies not to lay a hand on his little brother.
  • p4Ace shouts HIKEN while unleashing a massive fiery punch, aggressive battle intent.
  • p4Unknown marine cries out UWAO-QHHH in pain from the fiery impact.
  • p5Whitebeard orders OPEN A PATH FOR THEM with commanding roar.
  • p5Nearby ally laughs FUFU THEY WORK WELL TOGETHER in approval.
  • p5Silhouetted enemies shout KILL THEM BOTH and FIRE FIST AND STRAWHAT with hostile intent.
  • p6Luffy declares I'LL BE BETTER THAN YOU SOMEDAY ACE with fierce grin.
  • p6Ace replies YOU'VE GOTTEN STRONGER LUFFY with a smile.
  • p6Allies yell GET BACK LUFFY and note they are covering for him.
  • p6Shocked voice identifies ADMIRAL AOKIJI as he appears.
  • p6Ace calls KYOU KAEN while Aokiji uses PHEASANT BEAK during clash.
  • p7Marine shouts HEY SOMEONE'S RIDING IT in alarm.
  • p7Voices scream U WAAAAAHHH EVERYONE GET DOWN THE ENEMY SHIP IS MOVING.
  • p7Marine identifies FLEET ADMIRAL and calls the situation a disgrace.
  • p7Subordinates urge Whitebeard to escape while he refuses.
  • p7Bird-masked figure laughs FUFUFUFU and suggests letting them go to make things interesting.
  • p7Marines identify ADMIRAL SAKAZUKI in lower panels.
  • p8Crew shouts identification of Whirlpool Spider Pirates arrival with alarm.
  • p8Pirates call out Squardo's name in shock and urgency.
  • p8Squardo admits guilt over actions against the boss with defiant tone.
  • p8Crew warns Squardo not to seek death and calls him stupid amid chaos.
  • p8Horned pirate pants heavily while questioning the sudden ship stop.
  • p9Whitebeard declares the slash was not fatal and states nobody lives forever.
  • p9Whitebeard questions if Squardo understands a parent's pain of burying a child.
  • p9Crew insists there is no reason to stay and they have accomplished their goal.
  • p9Whitebeard issues his final order to the Whitebeard Pirates.
  • p10Crew protests Whitebeard's words and insists on returning to the New World together.
  • p10Whitebeard orders the crew to live and safely return to the New World.
  • p10Whitebeard declares the crew will part with him here.
  • p10Pirates shout that the times have passed and there is no ship for the new age.
  • p10Crew accuses Whitebeard of planning to die at Marineford.
  • p11Whitebeard reflects it has been a long journey.
  • p11Whitebeard questions what a pirate without desire for treasure truly wants.
  • p11Whitebeard orders the men to go forward.
  • p11Pirates shout to finish the Marines and not look back as times change.
  • p11Ace calls out to Whitebeard in the chaos.