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One Piece chapter 952: Hiyori and Kawamatsu — what is in it

Wano Country arc · 19 pages · 28 characters

Key facts in this chapter

  • p0Chapter 952 cover page features Kawamatsu on a boat marked 25.
  • p2Fight occurs at Ringo Bandit Bridge the day after previous events.
  • p3Shusui is referenced as a stolen national treasure of Wano.
  • p4Kawamatsu is recognized by Kozuki Hiyori during wilderness clash.
  • p5Scene occurs at Onigashima during an intense ongoing fight involving Kaido.
  • p5Queen is surrounded by Beast Pirates subordinates reacting to the battle's duration.
  • p6Queen receives a report from Udon prison via Den Den Mushi.
  • p6Queen is currently near Onigashima with several transponder snails active.
  • p7Scene takes place at Udon Prisoner's Mine after the Den Den Mushi call ends.
  • p7A striped figure uses a millet dango to control others including Caribou.
  • p8Luffy is surrounded by cheering yakuza bosses and allies at Udon.
  • p8Hyogoro reunites with yakuza bosses who express intent to repay a debt.
  • p9Four regional yakuza bosses are formally introduced with titles and locations.
  • p9Luffy is kneeling in checkered outfit receiving praise from the bosses.
  • p9The group plans to gather remaining rebels throughout the country.
  • p10Luffy recognizes and calls out to Hyogoro as GRAMPS.
  • p10Yakuza bosses initially threaten Luffy for touching Hyogoro.
  • p10Hyogoro intervenes to protect Luffy and halts the attack.
  • p11The location is identified as Kuri abandoned port Itachi.
  • p11Blueprints to Kaido's mansion on Onigashima are revealed and unrolled.
  • p11The blueprints were stolen earlier by a Kuri man during a mission.
  • p12Raizo inquires about Luffy's rescue via Den Den Mushi.
  • p12The number of allied fighters has increased significantly.
  • p12Kawamatsu was rescued and the mine is now the base of operations.
  • p123500 men are now available to fight alongside the alliance.
  • p13Kin'emon chooses Braided Hat Village as his base of operations.
  • p13Weapon possession is forbidden across Wano by Orochi.
  • p13Raizo is ordered to collect information about the local situation.
  • p14Scene takes place at Ringo Bandit Bridge during snowfall.
  • p14Hiyori and Kawamatsu reunite emotionally in the snow.
  • p15A cyborg attacker suddenly fires on Kawamatsu and Hiyori.
  • p15Kawamatsu is sent flying by the explosion.
  • p16Armed bandits attack the group at the bridge seeking revenge and stolen weapons.
  • p16Gyukimaru is targeted by the gunmen.
  • p17Chapter 952 ends on this page.
  • p17Large creature-like figure appears in direct conflict with other characters.
  • p17Kawamatsu is addressed directly by name in dialogue.
  • p17Luffy appears in a small reaction panel at page bottom.

What is said, page by page

  • p2Bandit questions identity and allegiance of opponent with aggressive shouting intent during sword clash.
  • p2Kawamatsu demands return of his blade while warning against risking life over a sword.
  • p2Bandit accuses opponent of stealing weapons from passers-by and questions his purpose.
  • p3Kawamatsu refuses to surrender the specific sword with strong determination.
  • p3Narration states that loss of the sword caused sword god's anger and Wano's downfall.
  • p3Narration identifies Shusui as stolen Wano treasure.
  • p3Woman recognizes and calls out to Kawamatsu.
  • p4Straw-hatted samurai laughs while questioning why samurai and monk fight without killing intent.
  • p4Onlookers react with shock at presence of a fishman.
  • p4Woman recognizes and addresses Kawamatsu directly.
  • p5Beast Pirates subordinates plead with Lord Kaido to stop the fight amid crashing waves, desperate mood.
  • p5Panicked subordinates shout that the fight will last through the night and destroy the island, urgent context.
  • p5Queen roars loudly in rage with wide open mouth, aggressive intent.
  • p5Subordinates accuse Queen of trying to flee Onigashima while he denies it and promises to return, tense argument.
  • p6Chief Jailer Babanuki reports from Udon prison via Den Den Mushi, formal tone.
  • p6Queen answers the call loudly identifying himself, casual confident mood.
  • p6Babanuki informs Queen that someone is trying to exit Onigashima casually, warning context.
  • p6Queen confirms he brought men and states no help is needed yet, dismissive intent.
  • p6Queen discusses checking on prisoners and mentions Straw Hat Luffy and troublemakers locked in cells, observant mood.
  • p7Call with Queen ends as the striped figure praises the millet dango control, approving tone.
  • p7Observer notes the fearsome magic of millet dango working on animal-type powers, amazed context.
  • p7Striped figure thanks Caribou and declares others owe him a favor, boastful mood.
  • p7Striped figure announces plan to scare enemies with locked samurai on the day of the final battle, threatening intent.
  • p8Bear-like figure expresses gladness about Luffy's situation, relieved mood.
  • p8Allies discuss repaying a debt to Lord Choppamon even at cost of lives, determined intent.
  • p8Luffy shouts loudly with arms raised as crowd chants his name, celebratory mood.
  • p8Yakuza bosses express surprise at reunion with Boss Hyogoro and note trust gained, emotional context.
  • p9Yatappe praises Luffy with crude toilet analogy showing rough admiration and yakuza style.
  • p9O-Chou pleads not to receive excessive praise while expressing gratitude for safety.
  • p9Tsunagoro echoes agreement that all are glad everyone survived the events.
  • p9Luffy declares the group must leave immediately to gather remaining hidden rebels across the country.
  • p10Luffy shouts GRAMPS in surprise upon recognizing Hyogoro.
  • p10Luffy laughs that the yakuza bosses are all characters and notes Hyogoro's importance.
  • p10Hyogoro yells that Luffy saved his life and orders the others to stop.
  • p10Yakuza threaten extreme punishments and demand orders from their boss.
  • p10Luffy is warned he will pay for grabbing Hyogoro.
  • p10Luffy is told to be careful in the future after barely escaping with his life.
  • p11Voice recognizes the man who stole the blueprints earlier as the Kuri man.
  • p11Denjiro announces the blueprints are for Kaido's mansion on Onigashima.
  • p11Denjiro states the blueprints will be used to plan strategy on enemy soil.
  • p11Denjiro notes they have been searching for these blueprints for a long time.
  • p11Group reacts with surprise and mixed comments about the discovery.
  • p12Raizo asks how the mission is going and whether Luffy was rescued.
  • p12Voice reports that the number of men willing to fight has greatly increased.
  • p12Additional voice states there is more news beyond the increased numbers.
  • p12Group reacts with shock at the scale of accomplishments during Luffy rescue.
  • p12Mention is made that the mine is now the base of operations.
  • p12News is shared that 3500 men are available and Kawamatsu was also released.
  • p12Discussion notes that all produce weapons for export and another problem remains.
  • p13Unseen speaker states that without weapons the rebellion cannot last long, serious strategic tone.
  • p13Unseen speaker notes Orochi has banned weapon possession across Wano, factual context.
  • p13Raizo mutters about swords then yells that a serious one is needed, urgent realization.
  • p13Kin'emon acknowledges the weapon problem and announces departure to Braided Hat Village as new base, decisive intent.
  • p13Kin'emon mentions having developments to share later and orders Raizo to gather information, commanding mood.
  • p14Kawamatsu cries out upon seeing Hiyori, overwhelmed emotional tone.
  • p14Straw-hatted figure expresses happiness at meeting Hiyori and notes surprise she is alive, joyful yet concerned mood.
  • p14Kawamatsu explains he could not bear Hiyori dying for him or wasting away, protective guilt.
  • p14Hiyori apologizes for running away earlier out of fear, tearful regret.
  • p14Curly-haired man recalls Hiyori was raised by a kappa after her parents died, reflective context.
  • p15Kawamatsu explains he has gotten fat since their last meeting, light self-deprecating tone.
  • p15Hiyori calls his reason kind and apologizes again for running, emotional relief turning to fear.
  • p15Cyborg attacker emits mechanical sounds and fires, sudden hostile action.
  • p16Voice questions who approaches, alert tension.
  • p16Gunman declares they are taking back stolen weapons today, aggressive demand.
  • p16Second gunman laughs about revenge against Gyukimaru and claims guns can kill beasts, mocking tone.
  • p16Straw-hatted figure tells Hiyori to get down while facing attackers, protective command.
  • p16Gunman orders to shoot everyone regardless, ruthless intent.
  • p17Unknown voice shouts surprise and commands to stop a character from fleeing again.
  • p17Unknown voice questions how two characters recognize each other.
  • p17Hiyori expresses strong relief that someone is unharmed.
  • p17Unknown voice calls out to Lord Kawamatsu with glad exclamation.
  • p17Panting sounds indicate exhaustion during frantic movement.