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One Piece chapter 87: It's Over!! — what is in it

Arlong Park arc · 21 pages · 15 characters

Key facts in this chapter

  • p0Coby studies diligently by candlelight in a marine dormitory.
  • p0Helmeppo is shown unconscious on the floor beside Coby with a head injury.
  • p0Other marines rest in hammocks while Coby works.
  • p1A large explosion destroys part of a grand building.
  • p1Several fishmen are defeated and scattered in the rubble.
  • p1A lone figure stands in the center of the destruction.
  • p2Hachi and Kuroobi are shown defeated after the explosion.
  • p2Zoro and the patterned-shirt man stand among the ruins.
  • p2Background onlookers react with shock to the scene.
  • p3Arlong confronts Zoro and the patterned-shirt man in the ruins.
  • p3Zoro mentions needing to return to the ocean floor for Luffy.
  • p3Luffy is referenced as currently half-fine and not dead.
  • p4Nami watches events from an elevated window overlooking water.
  • p4Luffy is recovering from near-drowning in shallow water near shore.
  • p4Genzo assists Luffy during the recovery sequence.
  • p5Sanji performs a powerful kick sending an object flying.
  • p5Luffy shows emotional reaction with tears and sweat while speaking of hope.
  • p6Sanji uses a fake blood trick with ketchup to appear injured.
  • p6Luffy hides inside a barrel covered by net near the path.
  • p7Sanji applies dirt over ketchup to enhance fake battle injuries.
  • p7Luffy emerges from barrel during conversation with Nami and Sanji.
  • p7Hatchan is present in the scene with Luffy and others.
  • p8Nami appears on the leftmost panel addressing someone off-panel.
  • p8Goggle-wearing fishman is shown in multiple panels on the same page.
  • p8Scene transitions from close character shots to wide village path view.
  • p9Goggle-wearing fishman transitions from rage to slumped state across panels.
  • p9Nami appears in close-up at bottom of page.
  • p10Luffy appears in reaction panel on right side.
  • p10Fishman weapon is raised high in central panel.
  • p11Combat exchange occurs on village path.
  • p11Striped-shirt fighter uses projectile followed by physical kick.
  • p12Chew stands over fallen opponent on broken structure.
  • p12Chew kicks straw-hatted boy across the ground.
  • p12Straw-hatted boy responds with defiance after being struck.
  • p13Usopp strikes Chew with large hammer.
  • p13Chew is knocked back by hammer blow.
  • p13Usopp follows with rubber band shot to Chew's face.
  • p14Chew throws bottle to force Usopp out of hiding.
  • p14Usopp is hit by Chew's charging attack.
  • p14Fight takes place on open path surrounded by trees.
  • p15Chew uses water cannon attack to target Usopp's barrel.
  • p15Usopp hides inside barrel during water blast.
  • p15Usopp mentally commits to fighting despite fear.
  • p16Explosion destroys trees and ground in the area.
  • p16Two fishmen observe the blast from cover.
  • p16A small figure is visible in the distance after the explosion.
  • p17Chew uses water-based projectile attack against Usopp.
  • p17Usopp is hit and sent flying by the water blast.
  • p17Usopp continues speaking while recovering in mid-air.
  • p18Usopp is slammed to the ground by Chew.
  • p18Usopp counters with a flaming projectile attack.
  • p18Chew is engulfed by the resulting explosion and sent flying.

What is said, page by page

  • p0Chapter title announces IT'S OVER with dramatic emphasis, setting a conclusive mood for the dormitory scene.
  • p0Bottom caption describes the panel as Coby and Helmeppo's diary of their struggles volume 4 focused on intense studying.
  • p1Headband fishman reacts with disbelief and heavy sweating to the sudden destruction around him.
  • p2Patterned-shirt man declares the game is theirs for the taking with confident tone.
  • p2Zoro replies that small fries will remain small fries in a dismissive mood.
  • p2Names Hachi and Kuroobi are called out over their defeated forms.
  • p3Arlong angrily accuses the group of harming his brethren and warns against overconfidence.
  • p3Zoro calmly states he must make another trip to the ocean floor because Luffy is only half-fine for now.
  • p3Patterned-shirt man questions what Zoro meant by Luffy being half-fine.
  • p3Patterned-shirt man adds that Luffy will not let them proceed easily.
  • p4Nami expresses shock and amazement that two Arlong officers were defeated, with hopeful tone.
  • p4Genzo urges Luffy to keep moving and notes progress after coughing water, encouraging survival.
  • p4Luffy complains about inability to hold breath long enough while struggling in water.
  • p4Luffy expels large amount of water in a sudden burst.
  • p5Luffy declares growing belief in hope for everyone during intense moment.
  • p5Sanji questions how fast the target escaped and notes water gun attack was insufficient.
  • p5Sanji reflects that quick death would have been preferable despite trouble caused.
  • p6Sanji assumes Hachi and Kuroobi have handled the trash and decides to head back.
  • p6Luffy notes that Sanji believes the water gun hit him and urges him to leave.
  • p6Sanji expresses relief that his ketchup star trick worked.
  • p6Sanji internally feels sorry for Nami but prioritizes not dying against fishmen.
  • p7Sanji plans to add dirt and more signs of fierce battle to his ketchup-covered appearance.
  • p7Nami is told not to cry as fighting was natural for the crew.
  • p7Sanji suggests saying the enemy barely escaped from him.
  • p7Luffy asks if they are crewmates.
  • p7Sanji states he would rather die than let a lady be harmed in a real fight.
  • p8Nami questions the weight of a difficult personal choice with intense glare.
  • p8Background fishmen express anticipation for arriving allies.
  • p8Goggle-wearing fishman downplays his injuries while sweating and waving hands.
  • p8Goggle-wearing fishman hesitates about fighting seriously while lying on path.
  • p8Crowd cheers to start a fight with raised weapons.
  • p8Goggle-wearing fishman calls himself pathetic with distressed expression.
  • p9Goggle-wearing fishman shouts aggressively to stop a fish opponent.
  • p9Nami reacts with surprise noting the fishman is still alive.
  • p9Small heart bubble indicates Nami's internal reaction.
  • p10Fishman declares villagers risk their lives daily and dismisses minor attacks.
  • p10Fishman states he abandoned notions of peace upon leaving his village.
  • p10Fishman explains his decision to go to sea to smile and laugh like others.
  • p10Fishman claims he has no right to laugh with them without serious fight.
  • p10Fishman announces certain kill intent.
  • p11Striped-shirt fighter dismisses effectiveness of flame attack on himself.
  • p11Fishman shows surprise at incoming attack.
  • p12Fishman mocks fallen opponent saying pretending to be dead would have been smarter.
  • p12Fishman adds mocking sound while raising dripping fist.
  • p12Straw-hatted boy shouts defiantly that the fight is over for the fishman instead.
  • p13Usopp yells attack name while swinging hammer at Chew.
  • p13Chew mutters that the fight seems finished before impact.
  • p13Chew reacts with surprise sound upon seeing next attack.
  • p13Usopp calls out rubber band technique during release.
  • p14Chew expresses rage at falling for a simple hiding trick.
  • p14Chew notices and throws bottle toward suspected hiding place.
  • p14Chew announces certain-kill technique during lunge.
  • p14Usopp shouts in pain after being struck.
  • p15Chew declares intent to blast opponent from hiding using field water.
  • p15Chew mocks inferior human tactics while firing.
  • p15Usopp resolves internally that he will die if he loses this fight.
  • p15Usopp affirms he is already a real pirate who cannot run away.
  • p16Long-faced fishman expresses shock at the displayed power while hiding.
  • p16Scarred fishman complains angrily about having to fight an idiot.
  • p16Narration states that the figure reveals himself on his own.
  • p17Usopp reacts with surprise that his position was discovered.
  • p17Chew declares his 100-shot water gun attack while firing.
  • p17Usopp declares his resolve to become a brave warrior of the seas and fight for Kaya.
  • p17Usopp recalls leaving the seas to become a pirate and addresses his former crew.
  • p18Chew questions what Usopp just said with visible anger.
  • p18Chew asks if Usopp knew alcohol is flammable.
  • p18Usopp announces their fight and unleashes the flame projectile.
  • p18Usopp names the attack certain kill flame star during launch.