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One Piece chapter 612: Led by the Shark They Saved — what is in it

Fish-Man Island arc · 19 pages · 27 characters

Key facts in this chapter

  • p0Chapter 612 title page features Luffy, Nami, and Robin in underwater clash with sea creatures.
  • p1Full-color version of chapter 612 title splash shows Luffy, Nami, and Robin with sea creatures.
  • p2Scene takes place a few hours ago in Ryugu Kingdom Mermaid Cove.
  • p2Sealed chest on seabed suddenly opens releasing a figure among gathered mermaids.
  • p3Swamp man captures mermaids using swamp powers in Mermaid Cove.
  • p3Swamp man is a Devil Fruit user of the Numa Numa no Mi.
  • p4Fish-man pirate targets young mermaids for capture and sale.
  • p4Three mermaids are present during the abduction attempt.
  • p4The fish-man pirate has a spotted tail and curly hair.
  • p5Location is Coral Hill port town in the Ryuuguu Kingdom.
  • p5Straw Hat wanted posters are shown with bounties.
  • p5Young mermaids are being captured according to local discussion.
  • p6Madam Shyarly has foreseen the destruction of Fish-Man Island.
  • p6Prince Fukaboshi is discussing the prophecy with Shyarly.
  • p6The conversation takes place inside a royal palace setting.
  • p7Location is Gyo Valley Hills elite district.
  • p7King Neptune is personally escorting guests on Megalo.
  • p7Megalo is a pet shark belonging to King Neptune's daughter.
  • p8Megalo is the mermaid princess' beloved shark.
  • p8Neptune sent his sons to greet the Straw Hats.
  • p8Pappag claims his friendship with the mermaid princess was coincidental.
  • p9Robin left to investigate precious historical information.
  • p9Franky went to search for relatives of Tom-san.
  • p9Fish-Man Island lies among the roots of the Sun Tree Eve.
  • p10The undersea world receives sunlight through the Sun Tree Eve.
  • p10The palace entrance lies directly ahead of the group.
  • p11The palace is officially named Ryugu Palace of the Ryugu Kingdom.
  • p11The gates open upon Neptune's arrival.
  • p12Luffy receives direct scolding from King Neptune in the grand hall.
  • p12Shirahoshi is present and apologizes during the confrontation.
  • p13Ministers of the Left and Right deliver news from Fukaboshi.
  • p13Nami, Usopp, and Robin are present during the ministers' arrival.
  • p14Luffy follows a food smell to a massive reinforced door.
  • p14Luffy compares the door and walls to Impel Down.
  • p15Luffy enters a dark coral-filled pantry area.
  • p15Living coral tentacles seize Luffy inside the space.
  • p16Shirahoshi is labeled Princess of the Ryugu Kingdom and giant whiting mermaid.
  • p16Luffy lands directly on Shirahoshi's body during the encounter.
  • p16Scene takes place in an underwater location with visible bubbles and water effects.

What is said, page by page

  • p2Mermaids speculate chest might contain treasure or expensive liquor with curious tone.
  • p2Mermaids note how tightly sealed the chest is while examining it closely.
  • p2Mermaids scream in terror as chest bursts open revealing hidden figure.
  • p2Unknown figure inside chest laughs while declaring no need to open further.
  • p3Swamp man orders mermaids to water and warns against running with threatening intent.
  • p3Mermaids protest the sudden swamp appearing in the cove while sinking.
  • p3Swamp man laughs and thanks mermaids for their help while declaring it too late.
  • p3Swamp man reveals he is a Numa Numa no Mi user who sinks victims deeper.
  • p4Fish-man pirate reassures mermaids he will only put them to sleep temporarily with mocking tone.
  • p4Mermaids cry for help and scream in panic during the confrontation.
  • p4Fish-man pirate angrily repeats his earlier statement while berating a mermaid.
  • p4Fish-man pirate calculates auction value of captured mermaids at roughly 70 million each and laughs.
  • p4Fish-man pirate credits Straw Hats for enabling his mermaid hunting on Fish-Man Island.
  • p5Blonde mermaid defends Straw Hats as nice people and Camie's friends.
  • p5Speaker clarifies they are not accusing the Straw Hats of the kidnappings.
  • p5Citizens state that young mermaids have been captured from Mermaid Cove.
  • p5Discussion notes that young mermaids fetch high prices among humans.
  • p5Citizens question whether Straw Hats are responsible for recent mermaid disappearances.
  • p6Prince Fukaboshi asks if Straw Hat Luffy will destroy Fish-Man Island.
  • p6Prince Fukaboshi questions the certainty of Shyarly's predicted future.
  • p6Shyarly confirms the vision of destruction is beyond doubt and true.
  • p6Hooded attendant offers water to Madam Shyarly.
  • p6Shyarly states it is not prudent to let the Straw Hats roam free.
  • p6Shyarly mentions word of her prediction has reached the royal palace.
  • p7Citizens express disbelief at being personally escorted by King Neptune.
  • p7King Neptune laughs and warns passengers not to fall off Megalo.
  • p7Megalo emits a loud distressed cry while swimming erratically.
  • p7A voice comments that Megalo's cry sounds stupid.
  • p7King Neptune defends Megalo as his daughter's beloved pet.
  • p7King Neptune thanks someone for saving Megalo from the kraken.
  • p8Pappag expresses surprise upon being reminded of his past connection to the mermaid princess.
  • p8Pappag downplays the meeting as coincidence while welcoming Megalo's arrival.
  • p8Neptune laughs and admits he also sent his sons to greet the crew.
  • p8Nami questions whether bringing the group along is truly safe.
  • p8Zoro is identified by name during casual crew discussion.
  • p9Nami asks about the whereabouts of Robin and Franky.
  • p9Neptune reassures the crew that soldiers will locate the missing members.
  • p9Neptune explains the historical reason Fish-Man Island is brightly lit.
  • p9Nami inquires whether trouble has occurred in the area.
  • p10Neptune explains that the undersea world follows the sun's natural cycle.
  • p10Luffy complains that he is hungry.
  • p10Usopp wonders if the light connects to Treasure Tree Adam.
  • p10Neptune announces they will arrive at the palace shortly.
  • p11Palace guards welcome Neptune's return.
  • p11Luffy exclaims at the lively and fun appearance of the palace.
  • p11Pappag complains that his mansion looks tiny by comparison.
  • p11Neptune invites the crew to make themselves comfortable.
  • p12King Neptune scolds Luffy sharply about kingdom dangers and leaving unannounced, angry and authoritative tone.
  • p12Shirahoshi apologizes repeatedly for Luffy's actions, meek and remorseful intent.
  • p12Luffy internally reacts with surprise at receiving a scolding, nervous context.
  • p13Ministers report urgent news from Prince Fukaboshi to Neptune, formal and urgent tone.
  • p13King Neptune reacts with shock and concern at the sudden report.
  • p13Nami questions Luffy's whereabouts amid the commotion.
  • p14Luffy declares the food smell leads behind the huge door, excited and determined.
  • p14Luffy notes resemblance to Impel Down walls while wondering about contents.
  • p14Luffy recalls Zoro already being present in the area.
  • p15Luffy complains about darkness but follows the food smell, hungry and reckless.
  • p15Luffy grabs food while noting the space resembles a pantry.
  • p15Luffy reacts with shock as coral grabs him, confused and trapped.
  • p16Luffy yells in shock upon seeing enormous mermaid and identifies her as giant person.
  • p16Shirahoshi demands Luffy identify himself while fearing he is an assassin.
  • p16Shirahoshi insists she is not scared despite visible panic and defensive posture.
  • p16Shirahoshi reveals herself as daughter of King Neptune while questioning Luffy's presence.
  • p16Luffy calls out for his father and brothers in panic while falling.