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One Piece chapter 589: Efforts Toward Glory — what is in it

Post-War arc · 21 pages · 23 characters

Key facts in this chapter

  • p0Chapter title page features large ape-like man with two women at a table.
  • p1Young Sabo, Luffy, and Ace share a promise to go to sea.
  • p2Luffy accepts Sabo's departure and resolves to become stronger.
  • p3Young Luffy makes emotional promise to Ace after Sabo's departure.
  • p4Young Ace and young Luffy share a conversation about survival and Sabo's last request.
  • p4The scene occurs on a grassy cliff overlooking the sea.
  • p5Young Ace and young Luffy stand together on a cliff discussing their future as pirates.
  • p5A flashback depicts young Sabo expressing his plan to leave the country at seventeen.
  • p6The scene takes place in a small port town in East Blue on the evening the Tenryuubito ship arrived.
  • p6Monkey D. Dragon arrives on a dragon-headed ship and later orders return to Baltigo.
  • p7Trash and debris are repeatedly dumped outside the Goa Kingdom walls after the Tenryuubito inspection.
  • p7Young Luffy uses Gomu Gomu no Pistol to strike an opponent at the growing trash heap.
  • p8Young Luffy trains stretching ability with Ace in the forest.
  • p8Ace lands a direct hit on Luffy during their spar.
  • p8Luffy demonstrates improved arm stretch distance.
  • p8Sabo watches the brothers' fight from nearby.
  • p9Young Luffy and Ace built separate country forts in the forest.
  • p9A large bear attacks the boys' hideout area.
  • p9Dadan arrives at the scene with another bandit.
  • p10Makino visits the area carrying booze for the bandits.
  • p10A wolf-masked person chases thieves through town.
  • p10Luffy and Ace defeat the bear after a group brawl.
  • p11Luffy and Ace fight the bear alongside Dadan family.
  • p11The bear is ultimately defeated by the group.
  • p11Makino observes the entire bear battle.
  • p12Seven years later Ace is seventeen and Luffy is fourteen.
  • p12Ace quietly sets sail from the coast of Mount Colubo.
  • p12Ace is the son of the Pirate King.
  • p13Dadan learns Ace has set sail and reacts with anger.
  • p13Luffy begins training countdown of three years.
  • p14Luffy trains relentlessly after seeing news of Ace.
  • p14Newspaper reports Ace has a pirate ship and crew.
  • p15Luffy leaves Dawn Island on a small fishing boat.
  • p15Three years pass before Luffy turns seventeen.
  • p16Luffy departs the village on a small boat.
  • p16Makino and villagers observe Luffy leaving from the dock.
  • p16Luffy references Ace and Sabo in his thoughts during departure.
  • p17Luffy defeats the Lord of the Coast before leaving.
  • p17Scene shifts from Luffy's departure to present-day Calm Belt island.
  • p17Luffy is shown bandaged and unconscious in the present.
  • p18Luffy lies alone in a jungle clearing on the Calm Belt island.
  • p18Luffy is overwhelmed by memories of Ace while crying.

What is said, page by page

  • p1Voice declares intent to leave country and gain freedom during toast.
  • p1Sabo shouts to Ace and Luffy about making it out to sea someday with intense expression.
  • p2Luffy angrily questions how long Ace will continue his behavior.
  • p2Luffy states he is okay with Sabo not using the treasure and that the forest treasure is gone.
  • p2Luffy expresses desire to get stronger and stronger repeatedly.
  • p3Luffy repeats desire to become stronger and stronger with growing intensity.
  • p3Luffy pleads for Sabo to promise he will not lose anyone else.
  • p3Luffy tells Ace he is weaker and should worry about himself instead.
  • p3Luffy shouts that Ace must not die.
  • p4Young Ace shouts fiercely at Luffy with intense expression, declaring he will not die and urging Luffy to remember his words.
  • p4Young Ace sobs repeatedly into hands while wearing SOCCI shirt, showing grief and emotional breakdown.
  • p4Young Luffy recalls Sabo's request and vows with determination that he will not die and leave his weak brother alone, making a promise.
  • p4Young Ace continues sobbing in agreement with repeated sounds while listening to Luffy's vow.
  • p5Young Ace declares they must live with no regrets and that the two of them will continue forward.
  • p5Young Luffy adds that they shared a drink with Sabo and are still alive, urging remembrance.
  • p5Flashback shows young Sabo stating men of noble blood are accepted at eighteen and he will leave at seventeen.
  • p5Young Luffy yells they will make many enemies including even Garp and will risk their lives.
  • p5Young Ace and Luffy vow to go to sea someday and live freely, becoming pirates when they turn seventeen.
  • p6Onlookers react with surprise at the gigantic ship and mention a person with a huge face.
  • p6Narration states the scene steps back to the evening the Tenryuubito ship arrived in the Goa Kingdom.
  • p6Villagers shout for someone to treat wounds quickly and call the situation terrible.
  • p6Hooded Dragon is addressed as late and responds by ordering to set sail and return to Baltigo.
  • p6Crew discusses obtaining provisions and notes the village dojo provided food.
  • p7Narration states the inspection of the Goa Kingdom comes to an end and more trash arrives.
  • p7Someone cries out as trash is dumped outside the walls.
  • p7Young Luffy shouts Gomu Gomu no Pistol while stretching and punching the trash heap.
  • p7Young Luffy reacts with surprise after the attack connects.
  • p8Young Luffy insists rubber powers are useless in battle with frustrated tone.
  • p8Ace mocks Luffy's claim loudly while laughing and attacking.
  • p8Luffy yells at Ace to shut up during the spar.
  • p8Ace praises Luffy for stretching farther than yesterday in encouraging mood.
  • p8Luffy proposes a match against Ace with competitive intent.
  • p8Sabo comments that Luffy is getting stronger while observing.
  • p8Ace calls Sabo too soft on Luffy with teasing tone.
  • p9Boys declare they have formed independent countries with proud tone.
  • p9Dadan complains about borrowing the bath occasionally.
  • p9Luffy cries out for Ace's help against the attacking bear.
  • p9Dadan notes the boys have only fought beasts together before.
  • p9Dadan orders everyone inside after the bear appears.
  • p10Makino thinks she must thank Red Hair for helping Luffy.
  • p10Makino explains she brought booze as Luffy's big brother figure.
  • p10Masked man yells stop thieves during pursuit.
  • p10Makino apologizes lightly while smiling at the wolf-masked man.
  • p10Someone announces bear stew for dinner after the fight.
  • p11Luffy yells while being thrown by the bear.
  • p11Bear roars loudly during the attack.
  • p11Luffy shouts 'ALL RIGHT!!' after landing a hit.
  • p11Someone declares they will have bear stew tonight.
  • p12Luffy shouts he will quickly make a name for himself, conveying excitement and resolve toward Ace.
  • p12Unseen voice wishes Ace good luck from the shore crowd.
  • p12Villager wonders aloud what Garp will say about Ace leaving.
  • p12Crowd laughs noting Luffy is still waving enthusiastically.
  • p13Dadan mutters in shock about the news of Ace leaving.
  • p13Dadan growls she will hear from Garp and calls Ace a hopeless brat.
  • p13Bandit reports to boss that young Ace has finally set sail.
  • p13Dadan erupts asking whose kid this is and calls Ace a stupid idiot.
  • p13Luffy stretches while thinking three years remain until he sets out.
  • p14Luffy asks what is happening as villager brings newspaper.
  • p14Luffy thinks he must become stronger and stronger.
  • p14Luffy states he cannot let Ace beat him.
  • p14Luffy reacts with awe that Ace has a real pirate ship and crew.
  • p15Dadan tells Luffy to go down to the village alone.
  • p15Luffy says he hates bandits and does not want to stroll with them.
  • p15Dadan yells at Luffy to shut up and leave already.
  • p15Luffy thanks everyone for everything before departing.
  • p15Dadan admits she likes the group despite yelling.
  • p15Narration notes three years later when Luffy turns seventeen.
  • p16Luffy shouts excitedly that he is finally heading out to sea, conveying high energy and resolve.
  • p16Luffy calls out hoping Sabo is watching, expressing longing and determination.
  • p16Luffy internally notes Ace left second and Sabo first while vowing not to be beaten and to catch up quickly.
  • p16Makino comments calmly that she will be going now, showing gentle acceptance.
  • p16Villagers question Luffy's yelling and muttering, wondering if it is a charm or challenge and asking who Ace is.
  • p17Voice notes Luffy has become strong enough to defeat the Lord of the Coast in one hit.
  • p17Luffy screams he is going to be the Pirate King with full force and conviction.
  • p17Luffy answers himself that he is off, showing self-motivation.
  • p17Unknown figure calls out Luffy-kun in present day.
  • p17Unconscious Luffy yells he is no Pirate King while crying.
  • p18Luffy cries out that he is still so weak, expressing deep grief and frustration.