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One Piece chapter 590: My Little Brother — what is in it

Post-War arc · 20 pages · 27 characters

Key facts in this chapter

  • p0Chapter 590 title page features Dadan and large bandit in patterned robe.
  • p1Garp arrives at Fuschia Village by Marine battleship after the war.
  • p2Garp addresses Fuschia Village residents about post-war instability.
  • p3Curly-haired woman assaults Garp upon his arrival in the village.
  • p4Dadan physically attacks Garp over Ace's death.
  • p4Makino intervenes to halt the fight.
  • p5Scene shifts to a past village moment involving young Ace and Luffy.
  • p5Villagers discuss the impact on Luffy.
  • p6No remains of Luffy have been found.
  • p6Newspapers report Luffy as missing.
  • p7Scene takes place in the New World.
  • p7Graves belong to Portgas D. Ace and Edward Newgate.
  • p8Blackbeard Jolly Roger is shown on the page.
  • p8Discussion references Sengoku and Whitebeard's death.
  • p8Luffy is addressed by name in a wide landscape scene.
  • p9Scene takes place on the Isle of Women in the Calm Belt.
  • p9Luffy is being physically restrained by a bandaged man.
  • p9Luffy expresses self-blame over his weakness.
  • p10Luffy physically attacks the bandaged man in rage.
  • p10Bandaged man references Ace's personal choice to live or die.
  • p10Struggle occurs in a forested area.
  • p11Physical struggle between Luffy and the bandaged man ends.
  • p11Both characters are left exhausted in a jungle clearing.
  • p11Luffy sits on the ground after the confrontation.
  • p12Luffy is chained inside a dark stone cell.
  • p12Jinbe is present with Luffy during the conversation.
  • p12A sudden physical fight begins between Luffy and Jinbe.
  • p13Luffy is bandaged during the confrontation.
  • p13Jinbe physically strikes Luffy multiple times.
  • p13Memory imagery of Ace appears in background.
  • p14Luffy begins to show realization and emotional reaction.
  • p14Jinbe continues motivational speech while panting.
  • p14Memory of Ace on rock formation is shown again.
  • p15Luffy breaks down in tears while realizing he still has his crew.
  • p15Images of all nine Straw Hat crew members appear behind Luffy.
  • p16Luffy is alone on a rocky outcrop overlooking Marineford ruins.
  • p16Luffy verbally lists eight missing crew members by name.
  • p16Silhouettes on stairs reference Jinbe in conversation.
  • p17Luffy experiences relief upon recalling his crew.
  • p17A cloaked figure states intent to reunite with the crew.
  • p17A volcanic island emerges from the ocean in a large panel.

What is said, page by page

  • p1Crowd announces Garp's return in battleship with excited and alarmed tones.
  • p1Villagers question Garp about Luffy, Whitebeard's death, and recent pirate sightings.
  • p1Garp greets villagers casually while acknowledging their concerns.
  • p2Garp warns villagers not to relax due to coming global instability.
  • p2Man in justice sack claims he sank a nearby pirate ship.
  • p2Garp learns bandits have taken over Makino's bar.
  • p3Curly-haired woman attacks Garp yelling about him showing his face again.
  • p3Garp orders men to stay back recognizing the attacker.
  • p3Crowd reacts with panic calling out to Garp.
  • p4Dadan screams at Garp in rage over failing to save Ace despite being present.
  • p4Garp pants heavily while retorting about valuing work over family.
  • p4Makino shouts for Dadan to stop the attack on Garp.
  • p5Woman emphasizes the event was hardest on Garp who witnessed everything.
  • p5Young Ace introduces himself loudly to villagers.
  • p5Villagers react with shock at Ace's name and rudeness.
  • p5Makino calls out about Luffy's bond with his brother.
  • p6Village chief states no remains found and Luffy may still live.
  • p6Garp expresses deep pain over Luffy's current feelings.
  • p6Bandit declares unconditional support for Luffy regardless of his path.
  • p7Figure at sea apologizes for events.
  • p7Man at graves thanks Red-Hair for his actions.
  • p8Long-haired man thanks someone off-panel while acknowledging the situation.
  • p8Spiky-haired man suggests it is time to leave after noting Sengoku's understanding.
  • p8Long-haired man states Whitebeard deserved respect despite being an enemy.
  • p8Voice addresses Luffy directly about wishing the captain had run or cried.
  • p8Wide-hatted figure compares the captain's demeanor to Roger himself.
  • p8Scarred man urges someone not to be afraid to cry and to endure the moment.
  • p9Luffy screams he is still too weak to protect anything.
  • p9Bandaged man calls out 'Luffy-kun' while carrying him.
  • p9Luffy yells for the bandaged man to leave him alone and go away.
  • p10Luffy shouts that it is his body and he can do what he likes.
  • p10Bandaged man refuses to allow Luffy to injure himself further.
  • p10Luffy threatens to punch the bandaged man if he speaks again.
  • p10Bandaged man states Ace's body and choices belonged to Ace alone.
  • p11Luffy roars with effort during the final barrage of punches.
  • p11Bandaged man states he is wounded but will not be defeated in this state.
  • p12Luffy recalls meeting Ace after three years in Alabasta while tracking Teach, reflective tone
  • p12Luffy states the instant he saw Ace he felt relieved, soft smile context
  • p12Luffy shouts that the punch hurt with surprised angry expression
  • p12Jinbe yells you little brat while delivering punch in rage
  • p12Jinbe grunts in shock NGH HHHH HH as fight erupts
  • p13Luffy roars about Ace's undoubted strength and confidence that overcame any obstacle
  • p13Jinbe kicks Luffy while asking if he can no longer see anything at all
  • p13Narration describes Ace as guiding light and enemies shattering beliefs
  • p13Jinbe warns Luffy is allowing the world to block his vision
  • p14Jinbe yells to stop counting only things lost and silence doubts
  • p14Luffy asks in shock what still remains to him
  • p14Jinbe states what is gone is gone and asks what remains
  • p14Jinbe urges Luffy to ask himself what is still there
  • p15Luffy cries out with trembling voice that he still has his friends
  • p16Luffy recalls the crew's planned meeting place and states he must go there.
  • p16Luffy shouts the names of his missing crew members across the ruins.
  • p16Silhouetted figures discuss Jinbe as a potential source of trouble but urge taking care of him.
  • p16Unknown figure promises to report what was seen regarding Jinbe.
  • p17Luffy reflects that seeing his crew made him feel relieved.
  • p17Luffy remembers his crew as wonderful friends who helped him grow.
  • p17Cloaked figure expresses desire to see the crew again.
  • p17Luffy concludes that the crew member will be okay no matter what happens.
  • p17Luffy shouts his determination to see the crew again.