About this chapter
One Piece Chapter 578: The Man Delivered to a New Age
- Chapter
- 578
- Summarised
- Pages
- 17
- Arc
- Marineford
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- Next
- Chapter 579
Chapter 578 summary
Blackbeard revels in the Gura Gura power he stole from Whitebeard and threatens to sink Marineford, but Sengoku transforms into his giant Buddha form and slams a shock wave into Blackbeard and his crew to protect the island. Sengoku declares that the fortress can be rebuilt and that Marineford's justice will stand. Elsewhere on the battlefield Akainu catches up to Jimbei, who carries the unconscious Luffy, and drives a magma fist through Jimbei to strike Luffy as well. Crocodile intervenes with a sand blast that hurls the wounded pair away from Akainu and orders allies to carry them to the escape ships. Buggy accidentally catches Jimbei and Luffy in midair while the Whitebeard Pirates form up to shield them from Akainu. As the battle rages on without end, a submarine surfaces and Trafalgar Law calls for Luffy to be brought aboard. Law states that he and the Heart Pirates will take Luffy away because he is a doctor.
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Key facts in chapter 578
- p0Splash page shows Straw Hat Pirates resting together on a hillside.
- p0Luffy wears a shirt labeled 'the DOSKOI PANDA'.
- p1Marineford headquarters is collapsing into the sea.
- p1Blackbeard has taken Whitebeard's ability after capturing Ace.
- p2Blackbeard is experiencing a surge of power from Whitebeard's ability.
- p2Blackbeard intends to begin destruction by sinking Marineford.
- p3Blackbeard unleashes a quake attack causing widespread destruction.
- p3The attack sends debris flying and knocks multiple figures down.
- p4Sengoku confronts Blackbeard directly in Marineford ruins.
- p4Blackbeard launches a powerful shockwave attack.
- p4Sengoku declares deeper meaning to Marineford's central position.
- p5Giant sea creature attacks during naval battle.
- p5Marine officer confronts Jimbei about Dragon's son.
- p6Whitebeard attempts escape toward open sea.
- p6Ship breaks through ice during retreat.
- p6Mysterious large figure appears prompting panic.
- p7Blackbeard pierces Jimbei and strikes Ace's brother.
- p7Jimbei sustains severe wounds during confrontation.
- p7Jimbei apologizes to Luffy while injured.
- p8Jimbei is wounded on the ground during Marineford battle.
- p8A tall figure in a long coat stands over Jimbei.
- p8A massive impact hurls a dark figure upward.
- p9Crocodile is struck by a Sables sand vortex attack.
- p9Jimbei urges decisive protection of allies.
- p9Buggy reacts and calls for evacuation to a ship.
- p10A massive figure crashes down near Buggy's crew.
- p10Strawhat and Jimbei are saved mid-air.
- p10Buggy's crew cheers and misinterprets his actions as noble.
- p11Luffy is blood-covered and flying from an impact.
- p11A magma explosion occurs nearby.
- p11Jimbei and Luffy are on the ground seeking treatment.
- p12Whitebeard confronts Akainu directly on the battlefield.
- p12Jimbei is injured and supported by allies.
- p12Whitebeard pirates appear in force behind their captain.
- p13Heart Pirates submarine surfaces during the Marineford battle.
- p13Buggy and crew are positioned near the Marine base wall.
- p14Trafalgar Law arrives on the Heart Pirates submarine.
- p14Law declares intent to remove Luffy from Marineford.
Symbols and visual details135 · show
- p0Luffy lies on grass in foreground with arms flung wide, wide eyes, open mouth, excited posture, wearing dark blue shirt reading 'the DOSKOI PANDA'.
- p0Colorful parrots of many sizes and wing patterns fly overhead and perch near crew members.
- p0Massive green dragon-like head looms in upper left background with open jaws and detailed scales.
- p0ONE PIECE logo floats at top center with winged letters and ornate styling.
- p0Straw Hat crew scattered across lush green hillside in relaxed poses, some waving or lounging.
- p0Nami lies on back with arms raised, visible midriff and surprised expression.
- p0Zoro reclines with swords nearby, arms behind head.
- p0Sanji and Usopp positioned near center with visible reactions.
- p0Robin, Chopper, Franky, and Brook appear across the grass in relaxed states.
- p0Chapter title text at bottom reads 'Chapter 578: "THE MAN DELIVERED TO A NEW AGE"'.
- p0Bright sky and rolling hills form background with scattered clouds.
- p0Multiple parrots carry small objects or perch on crew limbs.
- p1Marines run in panic amid collapsing stone structures and falling debris.
- p1Marineford fortress crumbles into the sea with large cracks and smoke.
- p1Sengoku stands with furious glare and clenched fists in lower panel.
- p1Large narration text boxes describe fortress history and Blackbeard's actions.
- p1Screen in background shows distant view of destruction.
- p1Crowd of Marines and officers react with raised arms and open mouths.
- p1Dust clouds and falling rubble fill multiple panels.
- p1Sengoku positioned centrally with dramatic shading on face.
- p2Blackbeard laughs with wide open mouth and wild eyes in close-up.
- p2Blackbeard stands with arms spread declaring power flowing through his body.
- p2Background shows ruined battlefield with scattered fighters and debris.
- p2Pirates and Marines stare in horror at Blackbeard.
- p2Large speech bubbles emphasize Blackbeard's manic declarations.
- p2Blackbeard's face fills final panel with intense shading and sweat drops.
- p2Distant figures react with shock lines and raised weapons.
- p3Large 'Z' impact graphic dominates central panel over exploding ground.
- p3Blackbeard looms forward with fierce grin and radiating force lines.
- p3Debris and rocks fly outward from quake epicenter.
- p3Marines knocked off their feet with impact lines and open mouths.
- p3Close-ups show shocked Marine faces with sweat and wide eyes.
- p3Ground cracks and erupts in multiple directions.
- p3Blackbeard's body shown with heavy shading and dynamic pose.
- p3Smaller panels depict aftershock rippling across battlefield.
- p4Sengoku stands in Buddha form with striped pants and glasses amid Marineford ruins.
- p4Large cloaked Blackbeard figure launches forward attack with open hand.
- p4Massive circular shockwave erupts from impact point with flying debris.
- p4Sengoku raises hand in defensive gesture with determined expression.
- p4Blackbeard silhouette shown mid-air with cloak flowing during strike.
- p4Close-up of Sengoku's lower body and striped pants in foreground.
- p4Blackbeard's wide grin and eyes visible in laughing close-up panel.
- p4Ruined fortress walls and scattered rocks fill background of battle.
- p4SFX lines emphasize shockwave expanding outward from clash.
- p4Sengoku's serious face with sweat drops during confrontation.
- p5Multiple pirate ships clash on turbulent sea with explosions and smoke.
- p5Giant sea creature bursts upward from waves with open jaws.
- p5Inazuma and allies shown shouting amid flying debris and water.
- p5Marine officer confronts Jimbei face-to-face with intense expression.
- p5Sea creature body covered in scales and spikes crashes forward.
- p5Background ships firing cannons with impact SFX.
- p5Jimbei stands silent with neutral posture during demand.
- p5Turbulent waves and smoke clouds dominate sea battle scene.
- p5Marine hat and uniform visible on confronting officer.
- p5Explosions and water splashes fill midground action panels.
- p6Whitebeard roars with open mouth and sweat drops on face.
- p6Whitebeard ally gasps heavily with exhausted posture nearby.
- p6Ship smashes through large ice chunks on turbulent sea.
- p6Whitebeard points forward declaring someone's arrival.
- p6Massive cloaked figure silhouette appears causing panic.
- p6Background figures scream with wide eyes and open mouths.
- p6Jimbei turns head with apologetic expression in final panel.
- p6Ice breaking SFX and ship tilt emphasize movement.
- p6Whitebeard's ornate clothing and mustache visible in close-up.
- p6Tower structure and waves in background of escape attempt.
- p7Jimbei struck with blood spray and pained expression.
- p7Blackbeard cloaked figure pierces through Jimbei with extended arm.
- p7Onlookers react with shock at pierced Jimbei and Ace's brother.
- p7Blackbeard lands powerful blow with large SFX impact.
- p7Jimbei wounded and kneeling with blood visible.
- p7Marine officer watches scene with wide-eyed shock.
- p7Sea churns violently with waves and debris around clash.
- p7Blackbeard's cloak flows dramatically during attack.
- p7Jimbei's face shows pain and apology in close-up.
- p7Multiple reaction panels show blood and impact effects.
- p8Jimbei lies bloodied and wounded on the ground with heavy breathing posture and open mouth.
- p8Tall figure in long dark coat stands over Jimbei with back partially turned and arms at sides.
- p8Jimbei shows gritted teeth and defiant facial expression while looking upward.
- p8Large impact SFX and motion lines erupt from below as a dark silhouette is hurled upward.
- p8Broken stone debris and dust clouds surround the standing figure and wounded Jimbei.
- p8Jimbei's patterned clothing appears torn and dirtied from combat.
- p8Dramatic low-angle composition emphasizes the tall standing figure looming over Jimbei.
- p8Speech bubbles positioned above and beside Jimbei convey ongoing conversation during injury.
- p9Crocodile is hurled backward through the air with swirling sand effects around his body.
- p9Large hook-shaped sand vortex labeled SABLES expands with dramatic speed lines.
- p9Jimbei shouts with intense expression and blood on face while gesturing.
- p9Buggy appears in close-up with wide eyes and open mouth showing shock.
- p9Multiple bodies and debris fly across panels with heavy motion lines.
- p9Sand and water splash effects fill lower panels during the vortex attack.
- p9Buggy's striped clothing and round nose are visible in reaction panels.
- p9Crocodile's long coat trails behind him as he is thrown.
- p10Large dark figure crashes downward with tremendous force and impact lines.
- p10Buggy's crew members react with raised arms and shocked expressions.
- p10Buggy stares upward with wide eyes and open mouth in stunned posture.
- p10Crowd points skyward where two figures have stopped mid-air.
- p10Multiple speech bubbles show cheering and surprise from Buggy's subordinates.
- p10Buggy's striped outfit and round nose visible in lower panels.
- p10Dust and debris clouds rise from the impact site.
- p10Background shows scattered fighters looking up in awe.
- p11Blood-covered Luffy tumbles through the air with dark stains on clothing and body.
- p11Massive magma explosion erupts with bubbling texture and large SFX.
- p11Buggy stares in horror with wide eyes at the magma blast.
- p11Wounded Luffy lies on the ground while Jimbei kneels nearby.
- p11Jimbei shows weakened posture and sweat drops while speaking.
- p11Buggy points and shouts with exaggerated facial expression.
- p11Magma particles and smoke fill the explosion panel.
- p11Luffy's straw hat is absent or obscured in the bloodied flying figure.
- p12Whitebeard stands tall with arms crossed, stern expression, and massive build dominating central panel.
- p12Akainu faces Whitebeard directly in marine justice coat with brimmed hat and intense glare.
- p12Marine captain in cap shouts with gritted teeth and sweat drops on face.
- p12Jimbei lies bloodied and unconscious being carried by allies in lower left panel.
- p12Large bold SFX 'ドドドド' overlays battlefield chaos and shaking ground.
- p12Whitebeard coat displays kanji '正義' on back during confrontation.
- p12Background shows multiple Whitebeard pirates with weapons raised and determined faces.
- p12Explosions and smoke rise behind the central figures on the battlefield.
- p12Marine soldiers in foreground react with open mouths and tense postures.
- p12Panel composition places Whitebeard in lower center with Akainu looming above right.
- p13Massive explosions and sinking ships fill the upper battle panorama.
- p13Heart Pirates submarine surfaces from water near Marineford structure with visible jolly roger.
- p13Buggy crew members panic with flailing limbs and open mouths on deck.
- p13Marine soldier points toward the emerging submarine with shocked expression.
- p13Large SFX 'ザバババア' and 'ズゴゴゴ' emphasize water displacement and chaos.
- p13Marine base architecture partially submerged with waves crashing against walls.
- p13Background shows distant figures of Sengoku and Blackbeard amid smoke.
- p13Submarine periscope and hatch details visible as it rises.
- p13Crew members display sweat drops and wide eyes reacting to the vessel.
- p14Trafalgar Law stands on submarine deck wearing spotted hat and holding nodachi with serious expression.
- p14Bepo sits in background with neutral bear-like face and arms crossed.
- p14Law's crew displays the Heart Pirates jolly roger on submarine hull.
- p14Close-up of Law's face shows gritted teeth and intense gaze while shouting.
- p14Marine soldier in lower panel reacts with open mouth and sweat.
- p14Submarine deck features railings, hatches, and circular windows.
- p14Law's coat displays large skull and crossbones emblem.
- p14Panel focuses on Law's upper body with dynamic angle emphasizing declaration.
- p14Background shows distant Marineford structures and smoke.
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- 578The Man Delivered to a New Age
- 579A Few Seconds of Courage
- 580The End of the Battle