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One Piece chapter 61: Demon — what is in it

Baratie arc · 23 pages · 18 characters

Key facts in this chapter

  • p0Pearl attacks bound Sanji with a massive mace at the Baratie.
  • p0Chapter 61 titled DEMON.
  • p1Chapter 61 title page shows relaxed crew scene by the sea.
  • p1Nami reads while Luffy interacts with octopus creature.
  • p2Chapter 61 title page in color shows Nami reading and Luffy with squid creatures.
  • p2Scene depicts peaceful village setting with crew.
  • p3Single close-up panel shows Sanji's face on mostly blank page.
  • p4Striped headband fighter uses oversized spiked mace as primary weapon.
  • p4Combat occurs on wooden ship deck that cracks under heavy strikes.
  • p4Fighter shows repeated aggressive downward smashing attacks.
  • p5Striped headband fighter is driven back by overwhelming mace attacks.
  • p5Deck sustains visible structural damage from weapon impacts.
  • p6Sanji lands a direct kick on Gin during the fight.
  • p6Krieg pirates observe the battle from sea level near Baratie.
  • p6Baratie remains intact and visible behind the action.
  • p7Don Krieg publicly praises Gin's abilities to his crew.
  • p7Gin is identified as the battle commander of the Krieg pirates.
  • p7Crew reacts with fear while watching Gin's assault.
  • p8Sanji shows visible signs of prior rib injury during confrontation with Pearl.
  • p8Baratie deck is visibly damaged from previous fighting.
  • p8Pearl wears full armor and carries a large shield with skull motif.
  • p9Luffy attempts a flying kick directly at Pearl's shield.
  • p9Pearl blocks the attack without moving from his position.
  • p10Skull-faced cannon is positioned to fire across the water.
  • p10Headband man triggers an explosion on the barrel bridge.
  • p10Black-shirted runner is caught in the blast and thrown backward.
  • p11Skull cannon fires spears in addition to explosive blast.
  • p11Luffy observes the spear attack with surprise.
  • p11Black-shirted runner is hit by multiple spears while airborne.
  • p12Luffy is struck multiple times by Hammer Boy's weapon on the ship deck.
  • p12Luffy expresses fear of falling into the ocean during the fight.
  • p12Hammer Boy uses a large hammer as his primary weapon.
  • p13Luffy bites Hammer Boy's arm during close combat.
  • p13Hammer Boy prioritizes killing methods over enjoyment of battle.
  • p14Sanji is struck repeatedly by Pearl's iron-spiked mace on the Baratie deck.
  • p14Pearl orders Gin to finish the fight.
  • p15Sanji has received at least ten blows from Pearl's iron balls.
  • p15Pearl continues attacking Sanji with spiked mace on the deck.
  • p16Pearl attacks Sanji with spiked weapon on the dock.
  • p17Sanji is thrown violently outside the Baratie restaurant.
  • p18Pearl overpowers bound Sanji while Krieg pirates watch.
  • p19Don Krieg reacts with fury to Gin's refusal during the Baratie confrontation.
  • p20Don Krieg displays visible tears and trembling hand during emotional speech.
  • p20Striped bandana and facial scars are consistent visual markers on Don Krieg.
  • p20Baratie cooks react with visible shock to Don Krieg's breakdown.
  • p20Don Krieg wears full spiked armor in the final standing panel.

What is said, page by page

  • p0Pearl declares intent to kill Sanji cleanly without disfiguring the corpse.
  • p0Subordinates urge Pearl to pulverize Sanji into powder.
  • p0Baratie cooks shout Sanji's name in alarm.
  • p0Pearl laughs claiming the title of battle commander.
  • p4Striped headband fighter shouts attack command with aggressive intent during lunge.
  • p4Opponent cries out in pain from direct weapon impact.
  • p4Fighter spits sideways with dismissive mood after striking.
  • p4Fighter announces step with focused posture before final downward blow.
  • p5Striped headband fighter shows pain and exhaustion from repeated heavy hits.
  • p6Black-hatted pirate questions whether Gin can be defeated by the cook.
  • p6Another pirate exclaims that the cook successfully struck Gin.
  • p7Don Krieg addresses crew about Gin's demonstrated capabilities.
  • p7Crew member defends Gin's fighting abilities with dismissive tone.
  • p7Don Krieg explains Gin's appointment as battle commander due to his nature.
  • p7Don Krieg describes Gin as calm and collected demon who will show true power.
  • p7Narration notes Gin's merciless killer reputation and lack of compassion.
  • p8Baratie cook expresses shock that Sanji already had multiple ribs broken earlier by Pearl.
  • p8Second Baratie cook questions how Sanji can still stand after the damage.
  • p8Worried voice wonders if Sanji is alright.
  • p8Taunting voice states the Krieg pirates were all talk and no substance.
  • p8Second taunt calls Pearl unexpectedly weak as Battle Commander.
  • p9Luffy declares now is his chance to send Pearl flying.
  • p9Voice notes that Pearl is looking away creating an opening.
  • p9Luffy reacts with realization sound AH.
  • p9Pearl calmly tells Luffy there is no need to be impatient.
  • p10Runner reacts with puzzled HM? upon hearing the splash.
  • p10Headband man performs a sharp flick gesture.
  • p10Runner screams AHHHH! as the barrel erupts.
  • p11Voice declares the intent to kill the runner as well within due time.
  • p11Attack is labeled as SPEARS! during the volley.
  • p11Runner cries out in pain from the spear impacts.
  • p11Luffy reacts with visible confusion and tension.
  • p12Luffy cries out in pain while flying and realizes he is heading toward the ocean.
  • p12Luffy grunts heavily as another blow lands and he skids across the deck.
  • p12Luffy roars in rage after crashing down with an exhausted posture.
  • p12Hammer Boy calmly notes that Luffy managed to get away from the previous attack.
  • p13Luffy challenges Hammer Boy aggressively asking if he even wants to fight.
  • p13Hammer Boy states he only needs methods to kill and does not need to fight.
  • p13Luffy warns that underestimating monkeys leads to being clawed while biting the arm.
  • p13Hammer Boy mocks Luffy for charging ahead without strategy like a monkey.
  • p14Pearl declares it is time to finish the opponent and calls for Gin.
  • p14Sanji gasps in pain while lying on the deck after impact.
  • p14Pearl spits and prepares to deliver another blow with the mace.
  • p15Cooks express frustration that Sanji would have won without the shield user and note he has taken ten blows.
  • p15Pearl laughs that Sanji's bones are cracked and urges to kill him.
  • p15Sanji mutters that Pearl is small fry yet admits he is freakishly strong.
  • p15Pearl tells Sanji not to bother struggling anymore.
  • p15Sanji calls out to Luffy while enduring the assault.
  • p16Pearl shouts aggressive kill command at Sanji during weapon swing, intent to finish fight.
  • p16Pearl taunts Sanji about holding back, mocking tone with laughter.
  • p16Sanji reacts with stunned exclamation to the powerful strike.
  • p17Headband man (Gin) cries out in terror at the unfolding violence.
  • p17Cooks shout that Sanji cannot withstand his own kicks' shock.
  • p17Cooks call out Sanji's name in panic.
  • p17Voice growls 'DIE...' during the kick impact.
  • p18Pearl smirks confidently during the attack.
  • p18Krieg pirates laugh mockingly at Sanji's situation.
  • p18Cook shouts angry insult at the attacker.
  • p18Sanji shows pain and resistance while bound.
  • p19Don Krieg screams his own name in rage and refusal.
  • p19Luffy whispers Gin's name in shock.
  • p19Sanji reacts silently with disbelief.
  • p19Pearl shouts surprise at the statement.
  • p19Krieg demands to kill the man and repeats refusal.
  • p20Don Krieg challenges with aggressive shout, demanding repetition of previous words, mood confrontational.
  • p20Don Krieg smirks while affirming the food quality positively, intent satisfied.
  • p20Don Krieg commands to eat, short and direct, context of offering meal.
  • p20Don Krieg cries out about lifelong lack of kindness, voice breaking with tears, mood vulnerable and grateful.
  • p20Don Krieg states he cannot kill the man due to the kindness received, emotional realization.
  • p20Background character yells in disbelief that Don Krieg cannot be serious, mood shocked.
  • p20Don Krieg labeled as coward by off-panel voice, tone accusatory.