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One Piece Chapter 581: The Approaching Future

What happens in chapter 581

News of the war's end spreads across the seas as Marine Headquarters declares victory and the defeat of Whitebeard. The Supernovas watch the smoke over Marineford and discuss the shift, with Kid declaring a new age while Bonney and others react to the events. Whitebeard's words about the One Piece stir crowds across the blues and Grand Line even as pirates invade his former territories and tear down his flag.

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  1. p.0Chapter 581 opens with title "THE APPROACHING FUTURE".
  2. p.9Luffy's condition is described as critical inside the submarine.
  3. p.16An unidentified hooded figure appears in the same confrontation sequence.
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Chapter 581: "THE APPROACHING FUTURE". In a lively tavern, a large ape-like man with a rope belt laughs loudly while raising a small cup, a smiling woman with pigtails and face paint holds chopsticks and a bowl beside him, and a scarred man with messy hair and a cigarette grins as he lifts his own cup. The three toast together at the counter amid bottles, food trays, and steaming pots.
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Explosive news spreads across the seas. "THE WAR IS OVER!!!" reads one headline as Marineford's massive domed fortress appears amid crashing waves. "BREAKING NEWS..." Another panel shows a chaotic crowd reacting wildly. "THE LEGENDARY PIRATE WHITEBEARD WAS DEFEATED!!!" "THE MARINES HAVE WON!!!" A narration box states this is a message from Marine Headquarters to the entire world. At Marineford's bay, a bearded man in ornate robes stands with a fishman-like figure as voices call out "CAPTAIN DRAKE!!" and "WE'RE ANNOUNCING... ZAZA... FROM MARINEFORD BAY..." One speaker notes there are seven ships on the waters of Marineford's bay.
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A fleet of pirate ships sails the open sea. A caption declares "These men who will carry the new pirate age would not have missed this juncture in history for anything." Close-ups show intense faces: an eyepatch-wearing man growls "THE MARINES HAVE WON OUT... AND THINGS WILL CHANGE!!" A woman with curly hair and a tall figure in heavy armor stand among others. Narration continues: "as proof of the establishment of a new age. They see the signs of war rising from Marineford upon their skin." A cloaked man with a large hat states "WHITEBEARD'S TERRITORIES... WILL BECOME SEAS OF BLOOD." Another voice adds "IN A LITTLE WHILE, And they feel the age's frenzied flow."
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Blackbeard grins widely on a ship deck, declaring "MAKE NO MISTAKE, HE'S GOING TO BECOME THE EYE OF THE STORM!!!" while crewmates stand behind him. A voice notes "BLACKBEARD WAS THE KEY." Trafalgar Law appears with a fierce expression as voices shout "TRAFALGAR LAW!!" "ISN'T HE SUPPOSED TO BE KNOWN FOR HIS BRUTALITY!I" "WHAT ARE YOU TALKING ABOUT!I" "HE SAVED SOMEONE WHO'LL BECOME AN ENEMY ONE DAY!!!" A woman with a striped headscarf yells "WE HAVE TO FIND HIM!! LET'S GO!! TO THE NEW WORLD!!!" while another figure cries "EVERYTHING IS HIS FAULT!!!" Elsewhere, a long-haired man and a figure in a wide hat discuss "STRAWHAT LUFFY'S CHANCES OF SURVIVAL..." "WHAT'S WRONG, CAPTAIN HAWKINSI" "NO MATTER HOW MANY TIMES I CHECK... IT NEVER COMES OUT TO BE ZERO!!" "STRANGE..."
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Pirates react in shock and relief after the war. "NOW IT'S ALL OVER..." one mutters while another bursts out laughing, "HAHAHA!! WHAT'S OVER!I" Voices overlap with confessions: "HONESTLY, I WAS SCARED WHEN THE WAR BROKE OUT..." and "BUT NOW, WHITEBEARD IS DEAD!!" In the next panel a flamboyantly dressed figure declares the shifting powers: "RED HAIR, KAIDO, BIG MOM!!!" "BLACKBEARD HAS BEEN BORN AS A GREAT POWER!!!" "NOW THAT THE BALANCE HAS BEEN BROKEN, WHO KNOWS WHAT'LL HAPPEN!I" "THE NEW WORLD IS RULED BY THE FOUR EMPERORS:" A close-up reveals a grinning marine officer with square goggles, proclaiming "THE LIKES OF WHICH WE'VE NEVER SEEN!!!" as bold text announces "A NEW AGE IS DAWNING!!!"
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News spreads across the four seas. Banners label "South Blue, North Blue and the Grand Line" and "East Blue, West Blue" while News Coo birds fly. Pirates cheer wildly: "ONE PIECE IS REAL!!! LET'S GO FIND IT!!!" "WHITEBEARD SAID IT!!!" "THE SEA STILL HOLDS UNSEEN DREAMS!!!" A massive panel shows the crowd raising weapons and fists beneath a waving Jolly Roger. Narration notes "As if it had already been written in history, the news was whittled down as it spread." Smaller panels depict frantic newspaper sellers shouting "WHITEBEARD IS DEAD!!" "EXTRA!!!" "EXTRA!" and marines celebrating their reported victory across the oceans.
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Marines celebrate victory: "THE MARINES HAVE WON!!! THANK GOD!!!" while narration states "The world grows restless at this news." Recruits train under a G-3 base, shouting "UWOO-OHHH!!" "SOMEDAY..." "I'LL BECOME STRONG ENOUGH TO GET CALLED TO HEADQUARTERS!!" "THE MARINES ARE INVINCIBLE!!!" "SALUTE THE HEROES!!!" On the island of FOODVALTEN a Straw Hat Jolly Roger flies. Locals question the news: "YEAH, IT WAS! BUT WHAT IS IT NOWI" "WHITE-BEARD'S TERRITORYI THIS ISLAND IS... WHATI" A massive bearded pirate looms, warning "YOU'VE HEARD THE NEWS, RIGHTI" as panicked townspeople yell "UWAAAAHH!!! DON'T COME CLOSER! DON'T COME INTO THE TOWN!!!" "TH-THIS ISLAND IS...!!!" Narration adds "The people didn't notice..."
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Panic erupts as Brownbeard smashes the Straw Hat flag. Townspeople scream "KYAAA-AAHHH!!!" "HE'S DEAD!!!" while Brownbeard roars "WITH WHITE-BEARD GONE, THE WORLD IS OURS FOR THE TAKING!!!" "THAT FLAG DOESN'T MEAN A DAMN THING NOW!!!" In a sweeping panel the giant pirate declares "THIS ISLAND IS NOW OURS!!!" "BURN THIS IMAGE INTO YOUR EYES!!!" His crew of bizarre fighters stands ready. A final close-up shows Brownbeard laughing "I'M THE GREAT PIRATE BROWN-BEARD!!!" "UWOOHOHO!!!" Narration boxes read: "The marines have won, but that outcome doesn't necessarily bring peace. With the threat of Whitebeard's wrath gone, chaos has begun to reign."
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A massive crowd of prisoners and strange hybrid creatures cheers wildly on the deck as a huge submarine surfaces beside a Marine battleship, the impact marked by a loud "ガチン!!". Bubbles rise and the vessel's periscope and hatches are visible. Voices from the sub remark, "YOU DID WELL TO FIGURE OUT WE WERE SURFACING HERE." and "WE THOUGHT THE MARINES WERE FREAKED OUT FOR A MOMENT." Someone asks, "HOW IS LUFFY DOING!I" On the Marine ship deck, Trafalgar Law stands with his signature spotted hat, a small bear-like figure holding a sign reading "CAPTAIN!!" beside him. A suited crew member bows and says, "Sorry..." while another voice yells, "SO PATHETIC!!" Boa Hancock appears with her snake Salome coiled around her, glaring as she snaps, "AND DON'T CHANGE THE SUBJECT, YOU DUMB BEAST!!" and "SALOME WAS FOLLOWING YOU ON THE SEA FLOOR."
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Inside the submarine, crew members report grimly: "HE'S TAKEN AN IMPOSSIBLE AMOUNT OF DAMAGE." and "I CAN'T GUARANTEE HE'LL SURVIVE." The effectiveness of treatment is tied to the patient's condition. On the Marine battleship deck, a massive figure with wild hair and a stitched body roars "HIIHAAA!!" while others shout "THAT'S RIGHT!!! STRAWHAT TRIED HIS HARDEST!!" and "WE WERE ABLE TO ESCAPE IMPRISONMENT THANKS TO HIM!!" A close-up shows Hancock's serious face as she wonders, "WHO ARE THEY!!I" The view widens to reveal a cheering crowd of Newkama Land escapees waving weapons and flags, declaring they are heading to the Kingdom of Kamabakka, their true home. Voices explain, "PRISONERS FROM IMPEL DOWN... IT LOOKS LIKE THEY'RE LUFFY'S ALLIES." and "THEY SNUCK ONTO THE BATTLESHIP."
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Crew members on the deck continue, "WE KNOW!!" "HE REALLY TRIED!!" "THAT'S RIGHT!!" and "THE STRAWHAT BOY WAS ALREADY INJURED SO BADLY HE COULDN'T STAND AT IMPEL DOWN!!" They add that it is amazing he managed anything and that he only wanted to rescue his brother Ace. A close-up shows Luffy's bloodied, tear-streaked face twisted in anguish as he screams, "NO GOD OR BUDDHA WOULD HAVE CAUSED THAT!!" and "IT WOULDN'T BE SURPRISING IF HIS SPIRIT WAS BROKEN!!!" Nearby, Trafalgar Law stands with arms crossed while a voice asks, "BY THE WAY, ARE YOU STRAWHAT BOY'S FRIENDI" Law replies, "No..." Other voices express sympathy: "I'D SUFFER IN HIS PLACE... I FEEL SO BAD FOR YOU, LUFFY..." and "HOW TRAGIC... IF I COULD..." One figure yells, "DAMN IT, HANG IN THERE, STRAWHAT!!!" while another notes, "I-IT MUST BE NICE, HAVING THAT PIRATE EMPRESS THINK OF YOU THAT WAY..."
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Trafalgar Law shouts, "WAIT!!" while arguing with a massive bandaged figure who roars back, "THERE ARE TIMES WHEN INSTINCT MOVES YOUR BODY." and "BUT IF YOU'RE UNCOMFORTABLE WITH MY KINDNESS, SHALL I MAKE SOMETHING UPI" The giant adds, "I HAD NO OBLIGATION TO HELP HIM." Law questions, "YOU'RE TRAFALGAR LAW, FROM NORTH BLUE, RIGHTI" and receives thanks: "YOU HAVE MY THANKS FOR SAVING MY LIFE...!!!" The giant, revealed as Jimbei, clutches his chest and says, "HAA... HAA..." while reflecting, "MY HEART WON'T CALM DOWN... IT'S FUTILE..." and "WHAT I'VE LOST THIS TIME... WAS TOO IMPORTANT TO ME!!!" A warning comes: "IF YOU DON'T SLEEP, YOU'LL DIE." The scene shows the deck of the ship with the group gathered as the emotional confrontation continues.
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Inside the submarine, crew members discuss Luffy's condition. "It must have been a defense mechanism... To prevent him from losing his life... I'm more worried... about what happens when he awakes..." another adds, "And compared to that, Luffy's loss was even deeper... When he lost consciousness." On the surface near a docked ship, the crew debates their next move. "If we call the Kuja pirate ship, we can pull this submarine across the Calm Belt!!" A bear-like crew member in a hooded coat says, "Ah! Yes, we do... sorry..." and "It must be nice, being like the Empress's slave..." A woman with long dark hair questions, "You, beast! Do you have a Den Den MushiI" In a close-up, Boa Hancock declares, "And if I'm still one of the Shichibukai, he can safely recover there. If the government learns that Luffy is alive, they'll definitely come after him. We'll hide him on the Isle of Women."
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At Marine Headquarters, a report arrives: "We've been able to confirm the situation at Impel Down! So here's where you are!! Fleet Admiral Sengoku!!!" Officers discuss the aftermath. "He's a very straightforward man... He's already taken responsibility for everything. He's being treated at intensive care right now. He was badly injured, and just barely alive!! Is Magellan all rightI If he could move, he might try to commit suicide..." Another marine notes, "Level 6 was where the most tragic incident happened. Judging by the aftermath, just what happened inside the prison!I Don't let him do anything that stupid!!!" A bandaged figure sits in rubble while a headband-wearing marine reacts with shock.
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In the ruined prison corridors, a prisoner yells, "To waste their lives in these cages!!" Another voice calls out, "Good day, prisoners who are cursed." A marine reacts, "Tragic!I" Blackbeard bursts in laughing, "ZEHAHAHA!! You're all just waiting for death to come anyway, so how does this sound!I I'll take the survivors to the surface as part of my crew!!! Go ahead and kill the others in your cell!!!" Prisoners react in shock. "Yes. He brought prisoners out with him!! So he chose his crew from the worst prisoners in the world!!! But there are many more prisoners from Level 6 missing." A close-up shows a long-haired prisoner and another with wild hair reacting with "...!!!...!! Hey, really!!I"
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Panic spreads among the Marines. "And send out wanted posters immediately!!!! Confirm the number and names of the escapees. So there were other prisoners from Level 6 who escaped!!! Even a single Level 6 Class prisoner could be a huge danger to a country out there!" An officer clutches his head: "...!!! Be covered up... any further failures could cause the government to fail... The government has ordered... that the Level 6 incident..." Another marine stammers, "But... What's wrong...I" A close-up shows a sweating marine with glasses shouting in disbelief, "ARE YOU KIDDING ME!!I" as impact lines and debris fill the panel.
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In the backstreets of Marineford, a massive structure looms as a heavy impact sound echoes: ズズーン!!! A voice grunts, "KU...!!!" The scene shifts to Gecko Moria facing Donquixote Doflamingo. Moria growls, "MORIA... YOU'RE NO LONGER STRONG ENOUGH TO BEAR THE SHICHIBUKAI NAME..." Doflamingo laughs, "FUFUFU-FUFU!!!" and retorts, "DOFLA-MINGO, YOU BASTARD...!!!" Moria continues, "DOESN'T 'DIED IN BATTLE IN THE WAR AT THE SUMMIT' SOUND NICE...I BETTER THAN 'DISPOSED OF BY THE GOVERNMENT' ANYWAY!!" Doflamingo's threads swirl around him. A close-up shows a masked figure shouting, "SOMEONE HIGHER UP!!!" Another replies, "No..." The masked figure pants, "WHO ORDERED YOU TO DO THIS.I HAA... HAA... SENGOKU...!!!"
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Chapter 581 summary

News of the war's end spreads across the seas as Marine Headquarters declares victory and the defeat of Whitebeard. The Supernovas watch the smoke over Marineford and discuss the shift, with Kid declaring a new age while Bonney and others react to the events. Whitebeard's words about the One Piece stir crowds across the blues and Grand Line even as pirates invade his former territories and tear down his flag. Hancock's ship meets Law's submarine where Law reports Luffy's severe condition and uncertain survival while Ivankov and the escaped prisoners emerge and Jimbei awakens to thank Law. Hancock decides to hide Luffy on the Isle of Women if she remains a Shichibukai. At Marine Headquarters Sengoku learns of the Impel Down breach and Blackbeard's recruitment of Level 6 prisoners. Sengoku orders immediate wanted posters but is told the government will cover up the escapes. In Marineford's backstreets Doflamingo attacks the wounded Moria on orders from someone above Sengoku.

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Key facts in chapter 581

  • p0Chapter 581 opens with title "THE APPROACHING FUTURE".
  • p0Three characters toast together in a tavern setting.
  • p1News of Whitebeard's defeat spreads worldwide from Marineford.
  • p1Crowd reacts to announcement that the war has ended.
  • p2Pirate crews react to news of Marine victory.
  • p2Characters discuss upcoming changes in pirate territories.
  • p3Blackbeard identifies a key figure in upcoming events.
  • p3Trafalgar Law is discussed among pirates reacting to recent news.
  • p4Whitebeard is confirmed dead.
  • p4Blackbeard is recognized as a new great power.
  • p4The New World balance among emperors is broken.
  • p5News of Whitebeard's death spreads across all seas.
  • p5Pirates react by affirming One Piece is real.
  • p6Marines declare victory at headquarters and bases.
  • p6Foodvalten island previously under Whitebeard's territory.
  • p6Straw Hat flag is present on Foodvalten.
  • p7Brownbeard claims Foodvalten island after Whitebeard's death.
  • p7Straw Hat flag on Foodvalten is destroyed.
  • p7Chaos begins on the island despite marine victory.
  • p8Submarine surfaces next to Marine battleship.
  • p8Bepo holds a sign on the deck.
  • p8Hancock and Salome are present on the Marine ship.
  • p9Luffy's condition is described as critical inside the submarine.
  • p9Newkama prisoners board the Marine battleship.
  • p9Hancock observes the crowd from the deck.
  • p10Luffy screams about the cause of his suffering.
  • p10Law denies being Luffy's friend.
  • p10Crowd continues praising Luffy's efforts.
  • p11Jimbei is revealed on the deck.
  • p11Law recognizes Jimbei by name and origin.
  • p11Jimbei expresses gratitude to Law.
  • p12Luffy remains unconscious inside the submarine after the events at Marineford.
  • p12Heart Pirates and Boa Hancock are coordinating near the Calm Belt.
  • p12Hancock offers to shelter Luffy on Amazon Lily.
  • p13Sengoku is at Marine Headquarters receiving reports on Impel Down.
  • p13Magellan is severely injured and under medical care after the prison breakout.
  • p14Blackbeard enters the ruined Level 6 area of Impel Down.
  • p14Blackbeard recruits surviving prisoners by force.
  • p15Multiple Level 6 prisoners escaped Impel Down with Blackbeard.
  • p15Marines are ordered to issue wanted posters for the escapees.
  • p15The government demands the Level 6 incident be covered up.
  • p16Scene occurs in Marineford backstreets after the war at the summit.
  • p16Doflamingo confronts Gecko Moria directly with string abilities active.
  • p16Moria is targeted for elimination by the government.
  • p16An unidentified hooded figure appears in the same confrontation sequence.
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  • p0Large ape-like man with rope belt laughs loudly with open mouth and sweat drop while raising small cup at tavern counter.
  • p0Woman with pigtails and face paint smiles while holding chopsticks and bowl beside ape-like man.
  • p0Scarred man with messy hair and cigarette grins while lifting cup to toast with the other two.
  • p0Tavern counter holds multiple bottles, food trays, steaming pot, and small cups in foreground.
  • p0Three characters lean toward center in toasting pose amid lively tavern background with shelves and blinds.
  • p0Chapter title banner displays "Chapter 581: THE APPROACHING FUTURE" above main panel.
  • p0Ape-like man wears dark outfit with white rope details and visible arm hair.
  • p0Woman wears light clothing with pigtails tied up and dark face markings around eyes.
  • p1Marineford domed fortress appears amid large crashing waves under stormy sky.
  • p1Crowd of pirates and civilians reacts with raised weapons, open mouths, and chaotic poses.
  • p1Bearded man in ornate robes stands at railing overlooking Marineford bay with fishman-like figure beside him.
  • p1Top-hatted man and other pirates shout in foreground of news-spreading panel.
  • p1Large headline panels display bold text about war ending and Whitebeard defeat.
  • p1Fishman-like figure has dark skin, large eyes, and circular neck accessory.
  • p1Multiple SFX lines and impact shapes emphasize breaking news transmission across seas.
  • p2Fleet of pirate ships sails across open sea with varied sails and rigging.
  • p2Eyepatch-wearing man shows intense glare and gritted teeth in close-up.
  • p2Curly-haired woman stands among armored tall figure and cloaked pirates.
  • p2Cloaked man with large hat points forward while speaking to group.
  • p2Multiple narration boxes overlay sea and character panels about new pirate age.
  • p2Pirates display serious expressions and forward gazes toward horizon.
  • p2Black silhouettes of ships emphasize movement across waves.
  • p3Blackbeard grins widely with open mouth and visible teeth on ship deck.
  • p3Blackbeard's crew stands behind him including bearded and armored figures.
  • p3Trafalgar Law appears with fierce expression and dark coat in close-up.
  • p3Woman with striped headscarf yells with open mouth and intense eyes.
  • p3Long-haired man in wide hat stands among reacting pirates.
  • p3Multiple speech bubbles surround Law and crew with overlapping reactions.
  • p3Background shows ship interior with railings and hanging objects.
  • p4Skull and crossbones flag burning on a dock with flames and smoke rising.
  • p4Crowd of pirates on a ship deck showing varied shocked and relieved expressions with sweat drops.
  • p4Central flamboyant pirate with goggles, ornate patterned coat, and wide grin delivering speech.
  • p4Background ships and distant island visible behind the speaker.
  • p4Large close-up of goggled marine officer with gritted teeth and intense shaded face.
  • p4SFX exclamation marks and motion lines around speech bubbles.
  • p4Pirate with spear standing near burning flag in upper panel.
  • p4Dark shading on speaker's coat and detailed belt buckle visible.
  • p5News Coo birds flying over ocean with banners labeling South Blue, North Blue, Grand Line, East Blue, and West Blue.
  • p5Large crowd of pirates raising weapons and fists under a waving Jolly Roger.
  • p5Central pirate in striped coat and hat lifting sword high with dramatic motion lines.
  • p5SFX bursts and impact lines around cheering figures.
  • p5Newspaper sellers waving papers labeled EXTRA across ocean panels.
  • p5Background town and palm trees visible in wide cheering panel.
  • p5Small narration box noting news being whittled down as it spreads.
  • p6Marines and civilians celebrating with raised weapons and relieved expressions.
  • p6Marine recruits training at G-3 base with raised swords and determined faces.
  • p6Straw Hat Jolly Roger flag flying over Foodvalten town with palm trees.
  • p6Brownbeard standing large with fur coat and weapon facing townspeople.
  • p6SFX lines and sweat drops on panicked locals.
  • p6Narration box stating the world grows restless.
  • p6Background buildings and island landscape visible behind flag.
  • p7Brownbeard smashing Straw Hat flag with weapon and intense motion lines.
  • p7Townspeople screaming with open mouths and tears in close-up panels.
  • p7Brownbeard's crew of bizarre fighters standing ready with varied weapons and outfits.
  • p7Large sweeping panel showing Brownbeard declaring ownership amid smoke and clouds.
  • p7Close-up of Brownbeard laughing with wide grin and braided beard.
  • p7Narration boxes noting marines' win does not bring peace and chaos begins.
  • p7Small inset image of burning flag and town.
  • p8Large cheering crowd of prisoners and hybrid creatures on deck with raised arms and open mouths.
  • p8Yellow submarine surfacing beside Marine battleship with visible periscope and hatches.
  • p8Impact SFX 'ガチン!!' near battleship hull.
  • p8Bubbles rising from water around submarine.
  • p8Trafalgar Law in spotted hat standing on deck with serious expression.
  • p8Bepo holding sign reading 'CAPTAIN!!'.
  • p8Boa Hancock with long dark hair and snake Salome coiled near her.
  • p8Marine battleship with visible 'MARINE' text and sails.
  • p8Small bear-like figure near speech bubbles.
  • p8Hancock turning head with focused gaze toward submarine.
  • p8Crowd positioned in foreground and background layers.
  • p9Interior submarine view with metal walls and circular windows.
  • p9Small silhouetted figure standing on upper walkway.
  • p9Hancock shown in close-up with sweat drop and serious expression.
  • p9Wild-haired stitched giant roaring with open mouth.
  • p9Cheering crowd of Newkama prisoners waving weapons and flags.
  • p9Submarine conning tower visible between ships.
  • p9Prisoners climbing onto battleship deck from below.
  • p9Hancock gazing downward at crowd.
  • p9Large 'HIIIHAAA !!' SFX near giant's head.
  • p9Crowd includes rabbit-like and other hybrid figures.
  • p10Luffy's bloodied and tear-streaked face in extreme close-up with wide eyes and open mouth.
  • p10Luffy clutching head with both hands in anguish.
  • p10Trafalgar Law standing with arms crossed observing Luffy.
  • p10Crowd on deck continuing to cheer with raised fists.
  • p10Ivankov-like figure with wild hair and stitched body shouting.
  • p10Multiple overlapping speech bubbles around Luffy.
  • p10Background figures on walkway behind Luffy.
  • p10Luffy's expression showing intense emotional outburst.
  • p10Law positioned to Luffy's left side.
  • p10Small cross-like SFX near Luffy's head.
  • p11Jimbei in bandaged ornate robes roaring with wide mouth.
  • p11Law facing Jimbei with serious expression and spotted hat.
  • p11Jimbei clutching chest with heavy breathing SFX 'HAA...'.
  • p11Law questioning Jimbei's identity.
  • p11Jimbei shown in large close-up with stitched face and wild hair.
  • p11Background figures on deck including small bear-like character.
  • p11Jimbei thanking Law for saving his life.
  • p11Jimbei reflecting on his racing heart.
  • p11Law shown with neutral gaze toward Jimbei.
  • p11Ship railing and architectural details in background.
  • p12Luffy lies unconscious inside submarine connected to multiple tubes, mask, and medical equipment with visible heartbeat monitor.
  • p12Bepo stands on surface wearing hooded coat with Heart Pirates jolly roger emblem and circular patch.
  • p12Boa Hancock appears in close-up with long black hair, large earrings, serious expression, and ornate top.
  • p12Sailing ship docked near submarine on calm water with birds flying overhead.
  • p12Heart Pirates crew members visible in background near submarine hatch.
  • p12Multiple large speech bubbles dominate upper panels inside submarine interior.
  • p12Hancock positioned in foreground with dramatic shading and flowing hair strands.
  • p12Submarine hatch and mechanical details visible behind Bepo and crew.
  • p13Marine Headquarters shown with multiple warships docked at rocky fortress under dramatic sky.
  • p13Sengoku sits with head bowed, wearing striped cloak and seagull hat, appearing exhausted.
  • p13Marine officer with sunglasses and headband reports with sweat drops visible.
  • p13Distant figure in cloak stands near rubble with small animal nearby.
  • p13Large Marine base architecture with towers and chains in background.
  • p13Speech bubbles arranged around central characters with emphasis lines.
  • p13Sengoku depicted with closed eyes and heavy posture indicating fatigue.
  • p14Blackbeard appears in close-up with wide grin, outstretched arms, and large hat, laughing with emphasis lines.
  • p14Prison cells with metal bars and multiple shocked prisoners visible in background.
  • p14Prisoners shown with wide eyes and open mouths reacting in horror.
  • p14Blackbeard silhouette dominates central panel with radiating speed lines.
  • p14Ruined prison corridor with debris and high ceiling architecture.
  • p14Marine officer with sunglasses reacts with visible shock lines.
  • p14Multiple exclamation marks and SFX emphasize Blackbeard's laughter and prisoner panic.
  • p15Marine officer with glasses sweats heavily with wide eye and clenched teeth in extreme close-up.
  • p15Group of fierce-looking escaped prisoners shown behind marines with aggressive expressions.
  • p15Marine clutches head in panic with multiple sweat drops.
  • p15Wanted poster discussion panels with emphasis on escapees.
  • p15Shattered prison background with rubble and chains.
  • p15Large SFX and motion lines around panicked marine faces.
  • p15Multiple marines shown reacting with open mouths and raised hands.
  • p16Marineford backstreets cityscape with dense buildings and looming tower structure under cloudy sky.
  • p16Large impact SFX ズズーン!!! with motion lines and debris across top panel.
  • p16Off-panel grunt bubble KU...!!! near left edge.
  • p16Doflamingo stands with swirling threads extending outward and signature sunglasses visible.
  • p16Moria faces Doflamingo with wide open mouth, sharp teeth, sweat drops, and aggressive posture.
  • p16Moria wears large coat, crown-like hat, and has visible stitches on body.
  • p16Doflamingo's feathered coat and tall frame contrasted against Moria's bulk.
  • p16Close-up panel of Moria's eyes wide and mouth open in shock or rage.
  • p16Hooded figure in bottom right panel with jagged mouth pattern on cloak and visible sweat.
  • p16Panel layout shows confrontation with Moria in foreground and Doflamingo slightly elevated.
  • p16Dust and impact lines around characters indicating recent clash.
  • p16Background includes small distant structures and vertical motion lines.

Theories built on chapter 581

Post-War arc

  1. 581The Approaching Future
  2. 582Luffy and Ace
  3. 583Gray Terminal
  4. 584The Porshemi Incident

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