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One Piece Chapter 573: This Era Will Be Known By Whitebeard's Name
- Chapter
- 573
- Summarised
- Pages
- 22
- Arc
- Marineford
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Chapter 573 summary
Whitebeard shakes Marineford and orders his sons to retreat while fighting off the Marines alone. The pirates begin evacuating toward the coast as Whitebeard holds back the pursuing forces. Buggy resumes the broadcast and boasts on screen. Ace and Luffy move with the retreat while Whitebeard asks Ace if he was a good father and receives an affirmative answer. Akainu confronts the group and provokes Ace by calling Whitebeard a loser from a bygone age. Ace attacks Akainu but is overpowered and burned by the magma. Akainu then targets Luffy and reveals the brothers' parentage before striking. Ace throws himself in front of Luffy and takes the magma fist through his body.
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Key facts in chapter 573
- p0Chapter 573 opens with Whitebeard mounted on a charging armored beast.
- p1Whitebeard refuses to retreat and commands his crew to depart without him.
- p2Ace is shown bloodied and chained while Whitebeard fights nearby.
- p3Sengoku realizes Whitebeard's intent to destroy Marineford along with himself.
- p4Buggy appears on a large broadcast screen during the Marineford battle.
- p4The Denden Mushi connection is restored allowing Buggy's transmission.
- p4Onlookers react to Buggy's sudden appearance on the broadcast.
- p5Whitebeard uses a quake attack causing massive ground and sea disruption.
- p5Marines attempt to prevent pirate retreat during the battle.
- p6Jozu is injured and being carried during the battle.
- p6Ace and Luffy are positioned near each other on the battlefield.
- p6Civilians and pirates are fleeing amid ongoing combat.
- p7Whitebeard directly questions Ace about their relationship.
- p7Ace shows emotional reaction to Whitebeard's words.
- p8Execution platform is being destroyed during the battle.
- p8Allies prioritize survival and reaching the ship.
- p8Hancock assists Luffy's group during escape attempt.
- p9Akainu launches a magma-based attack from the warship.
- p9Akainu verbally provokes the Whitebeard Pirates about their captain.
- p10Ace reacts violently to Akainu's mockery of Whitebeard.
- p10Luffy witnesses Ace's emotional outburst directly.
- p11Akainu escalates insults against Whitebeard and his crew.
- p11Ace remains visibly enraged and unwilling to retreat.
- p12Luffy is down and injured on the battlefield.
- p12Ace's Vivre Card is actively burning in Luffy's possession.
- p12Akainu uses magma-based attack against Luffy.
- p12Akainu identifies Luffy and Ace as sons of Gold Roger and Dragon.
- p13Luffy is sent flying by Akainu's magma attack.
- p13Ace's Vivre Card finishes burning on the battlefield.
- p13Chapter 573 concludes at the end of this page.
- p13Volume 58 ends here.
Symbols and visual details118 · show
- p0Whitebeard rides a massive armored beast charging forward through falling rocks and debris.
- p0The beast roars with jaws wide open, foam and water spraying from its mouth.
- p0Whitebeard grips the reins with a fierce determined expression amid battle chaos.
- p0Large chapter title text appears above the main panel.
- p0Storm-like lines and scattered debris emphasize forward momentum and destruction.
- p1Whitebeard turns sharply with a glaring expression and visible sweat drops.
- p1Whitebeard Pirates shout desperately from left panels with open mouths and raised arms.
- p1Massive Marineford fortress looms under heavy attack with a ship smashing into its walls.
- p1Violent waves and explosions surround the fortress structure.
- p1Lower right panels show collapsing buildings and fighting figures amid debris.
- p2Whitebeard swings his massive naginata creating large impact and smoke effects.
- p2Ground shatters violently under the force of the attack.
- p2Bloodied and chained Ace appears in lower panels with a shocked upward gaze.
- p2Whitebeard Pirates display desperate expressions while calling out.
- p2Multiple impact SFX and flying debris fill the battle panels.
- p3Sengoku appears with an intense glare and sweat drops while speaking.
- p3Marco carries an injured ally while shouting orders to launch the ship.
- p3Whitebeard's close-up shows a bloodied scarred face with a serious expression.
- p3Vice Admiral Garp is visible in the lower right corner.
- p3Background shows ongoing battle with smoke, structures, and movement lines.
- p4Buggy's oversized face dominates a large broadcast screen with wide eyes and open mouth.
- p4Multiple small pirate figures react with sweat drops and raised arms around the screen.
- p4Denden Mushi snail device shown with extended eyestalks near Buggy.
- p4Crowd of onlookers fills lower panels with varied head shapes and hats.
- p4Impact lines and motion effects surround Buggy's laughter panel.
- p4Marineford plaza architecture visible in background of broadcast view.
- p4Speech bubbles overlap chaotic panel borders with exclamation marks.
- p4Buggy's striped outfit and captain's coat visible on screen.
- p4Shocked marine faces in lower right panel with sweat drops.
- p4Large central screen divides the page into upper and lower sections.
- p5Whitebeard stands tall on a high platform holding his naginata.
- p5Massive shockwave effect radiates outward with large SFX letters.
- p5Debris and dust clouds fill the air around the execution platform.
- p5Marines in capes fire weapons from multiple angles.
- p5Pirates charge forward with swords drawn amid smoke.
- p5Sea churns violently with large waves around the plaza edge.
- p5Whitebeard's coat flows dramatically in the wind.
- p5Impact lines emphasize the force of the quake attack.
- p5Execution platform structure cracks under the shockwave.
- p5Multiple pirate and marine silhouettes in mid-action poses.
- p6Jozu carries an injured crewmate while covered in wounds and sweat.
- p6Luffy appears with wide eyes and open mouth shouting toward Ace.
- p6Ace stands with determined expression and sweat on face.
- p6Dark-haired woman reaches out with desperate expression and tears.
- p6Dust clouds and motion lines fill chaotic battlefield panels.
- p6Pirates in background carry weapons and react with open mouths.
- p6Luffy's straw hat and vest visible in close-up panel.
- p6Multiple exclamation marks and impact effects around running figures.
- p6Injured pirate with spotted pattern on body lies on ground.
- p6Running figures create overlapping motion blur effects.
- p7Whitebeard towers over Ace with naginata planted in ground.
- p7Ace looks up at Whitebeard with strained expression and sweat.
- p7Whitebeard's mustache and captain's coat details are prominent.
- p7Small speech bubbles float near Whitebeard's face.
- p7Ace's face shows close-up with heavy breathing lines.
- p7Whitebeard laughs with open mouth and closed eyes.
- p7Debris and impact lines fill the background around both figures.
- p7Ace's beaded necklace visible in close-up panels.
- p7Whitebeard's shadow partially covers Ace in one panel.
- p7Battlefield smoke and dust swirl around the pair.
- p8Luffy runs forward through smoke and debris with determined posture and open mouth.
- p8Jinbe appears in patterned cloak moving alongside Luffy in chaotic battlefield.
- p8Hancock shown with sweat drop on face and serious expression in close panel.
- p8Execution platform visibly crumbling with falling debris and structural damage.
- p8Marine warship labeled 'JUSTICE' in large characters dominates right panel.
- p8Crowd of allies and Marines scattered in background with motion lines indicating panic.
- p8Speech bubbles positioned above running figures emphasizing urgency and warnings.
- p8Shattered ground and dust clouds fill lower panels showing battlefield destruction.
- p8Hancock's hair partially covering face with focused gaze toward Luffy.
- p8Multiple small figures fleeing toward distant ship in background composition.
- p9Massive magma fist erupts from sea with explosive debris and impact lines.
- p9Akainu stands on warship deck with stern narrowed eyes and Marine cap.
- p9Close-up of Akainu's face showing sweat, clenched jaw and contemptuous expression.
- p9Luffy and Ace shown bloodied and exhausted amid smoke and falling debris.
- p9Marine officer with cap visible in foreground reacting with surprise.
- p9Large SFX letters emphasize magma attack impact across upper panels.
- p9Akainu's posture rigid and authoritative while delivering taunts.
- p9Scattered wreckage and water splashes surround the magma fist.
- p9Luffy's wide eyes and open mouth convey shock in lower panels.
- p10Ace's bloodied face fills panel with bulging veins, gritted teeth and furious glare.
- p10Luffy stares upward in horror with wide eyes and open mouth.
- p10Allies attempt to physically restrain Ace amid battlefield debris.
- p10Akainu visible on ship continuing verbal assault with stern expression.
- p10Sweat and blood details on Ace's face emphasize emotional intensity.
- p10Background figures show shock and movement lines during confrontation.
- p10Ace's posture tense and forward-leaning in rage.
- p10Speech bubbles surround Ace highlighting his defensive reaction to insults.
- p10Luffy's expression shifts to panic as he calls out to Ace.
- p11Akainu shown in close-up with Marine cap, sweat drops and intense glare.
- p11Ace stands trembling with clenched fists and defiant posture.
- p11Allies shout warnings and attempt to hold Ace back from confrontation.
- p11Background silhouettes of Marines and pirates in chaotic formation.
- p11Akainu's face twisted in contempt while delivering prolonged taunts.
- p11Speech bubbles layered around Akainu emphasizing verbal dominance.
- p11Ace's eyes wide with fury and body oriented toward Akainu.
- p11Multiple characters display open mouths and raised arms in protest.
- p11Panel composition focuses on Akainu's face dominating lower section.
- p12Luffy lies battered on ground with bloodied face, wide eyes, open mouth, and heavy sweat drops indicating exhaustion.
- p12Ace's Vivre Card burns while held in Luffy's hand with visible flame and ash.
- p12Akainu looms directly over Luffy in dominant stance wearing Marine cap marked MARINE.
- p12Central panel shows massive magma explosion with dark smoke, debris, and radiating impact lines.
- p12Akainu displays intense glare and shouting expression with clenched teeth.
- p12Background silhouettes of multiple figures engulfed in the blast cloud.
- p12Luffy's beaded necklace and torn dark clothing visible on his prone body.
- p12Small panels show Luffy's gasping face and trembling hands near the burning card.
- p12Akainu appears again in close-up with veins and sweat on forehead during speech.
- p12Explosive SFX and speed lines emphasize the force of the magma attack.
- p12Luffy's lower body panel shows him struggling to rise amid smoke and cracks in ground.
- p13Luffy is hurled backward through the air by the force of the blast with wide shocked eyes.
- p13Burning remnants of Ace's Vivre Card lie scattered on the scorched ground in distance.
- p13Akainu appears within the massive magma explosion cloud wearing Marine cap.
- p13Luffy coughs violently with blood and debris on his face and body.
- p13Luffy lands sprawled and broken amid swirling smoke and rubble.
- p13Close-up shows Luffy's pained expression with gritted teeth and sweat.
- p13Large impact SFX and black smoke dominate the central explosion panel.
- p13Small panels depict the Vivre Card fully consumed by flames on empty ground.
- p13Luffy's beaded necklace and open vest visible during the throwback motion.
- p13Volume end label appears at bottom of final page.
Theories built on chapter 573
THE FAILED WORLD THEORY Argues nearby
THE FAILED WORLD THEORY
Plausible5 evidence
The One Piece Treasure is the Sun of the Dawn that can grow the trees that Spawn Devil Fruits from people's imagination Argues nearby
The One Piece Treasure is the Sun of the Dawn that can grow the trees that Spawn Devil Fruits from people's imagination
Strong1 evidence
The One Piece is the return of the Ancient Kingdom! Argues nearby
The One Piece is the return of the Ancient Kingdom!
Plausible7 evidence
Shuri is Imu’s Daughter Argues nearby
Shuri is Imu’s Daughter
PlausibleNo evidence filed yet
How Imu Betrayed Joy Boy and Took Control of the World Argues nearby
How Imu Betrayed Joy Boy and Took Control of the World
Not rated yetNo evidence filed yet
Road poneglyphs are a star map and Nami will learn star navigation from the giants. Argues nearby
Road poneglyphs are a star map and Nami will learn star navigation from the giants.
StrongNo evidence filed yet
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- 571The Execution Platform
- 572The Times They Are A-Changin'
- 573This Era Will Be Known By Whitebeard's Name
- 574The Death of Portgas D. Ace
- 575Rage Without Words
- 576The Great Pirate Edward Newgate