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One Piece chapter 968: Oden's Return — what is in it

Wano Country arc · 19 pages · 24 characters

Key facts in this chapter

  • p0Chapter title page for 968: Oden's Return.
  • p0Scene depicts frantic escape through Wano town street.
  • p2Roger cried after questions following Laugh Tale return.
  • p2Navy responded with warships to Roger's return.
  • p2World reacts to birth of Pirate King title.
  • p3Roger Pirates celebrate on Oro Jackson after obtaining One Piece.
  • p3World begins calling Roger's treasure One Piece.
  • p3Crew reacts to Roger's title and treasure news.
  • p4Roger announces disbandment of Roger Pirates.
  • p4Crew reacts with shock and tears to disbandment.
  • p4Narration foreshadows birth of two future kings and whale happiness.
  • p5Roger Pirates discuss a prophesied birth that surpasses Roger and crew.
  • p5Shyarly appears in vision with crystal ball regarding Poseidon.
  • p5Roger states his son will find the One Piece.
  • p5Roger decides to leave Oden at Wano after current events.
  • p6Roger requests care for Whitey-chan via his crew.
  • p6Roger gives final words to first mate Rayleigh.
  • p6Roger's illness was beyond curing despite Crocus medicine.
  • p6Roger Pirates crew weeps openly at departure.
  • p7Roger Pirates approach Wano coast facing extreme currents.
  • p7Roger reflects on Wano's closed borders and future opening.
  • p7Oden expresses certainty of reunion with smile.
  • p8Oden reunites with Toki, Momonosuke and Hiyori on shore.
  • p8Kin'emon and retainers join emotional family embrace.
  • p8Stern figure challenges Oden upon arrival.
  • p9Oden returns home holding Momonosuke to a cheering village crowd.
  • p9Toki assisted villagers immediately upon arrival.
  • p9Oden expected criticism but received a warm welcome instead.
  • p10Oden learns Ashura and Denjiro have not been seen recently.
  • p10Toki already knew about Izo from Inu and Neko.
  • p10Kuri endured without its daimyo due to its people's support.
  • p11Sukiyaki appointed Orochi as shogun.
  • p11Orochi belongs to the Kurozumi family.
  • p11Oden lent money to Orochi out of respect for Yasu.
  • p12Weapon factories operate in every village under Orochi's orders.
  • p12A man and his family were executed for refusing factory work.
  • p12Orochi relies on Kaido for his power.
  • p13Toki sustained a permanent scar on her leg from an initial arrow strike.
  • p13Kaido forces were already present in Kuri when the group arrived.
  • p13Kawamatsu and Inuarashi stayed behind and repelled attacking forces.
  • p14Toki's arrow wound has healed but left a visible scar.
  • p14Oden declares he will protect Kuri and his family from Orochi.
  • p15Oden launches a direct attack on Orochi's position causing large explosions.
  • p15Toki observes Oden's charge from a high vantage point near the castle.
  • p16News of Kozuki Oden's return spreads through Wano causing public panic.
  • p16Explosion damages the Flower Capital and injures multiple people.
  • p16Orochi's chamber is left in ruins with fallen guards.
  • p17Orochi is cornered on the floor by Kin'emon during the castle invasion.
  • p17Kin'emon stands over Orochi with sword drawn in a direct confrontation.
  • p17The scene occurs inside a damaged section of the castle.
  • p17Chapter 968 ends on this blade standoff between Orochi and the samurai.

What is said, page by page

  • p0Running man shouts "HELP!" in large bubble indicating urgent panic while fleeing through town.
  • p0Bottom caption advertises side story "Gang" Bege's Oh My Family Vol.17 with line "Save the lady! Gotti!!!" in promotional tone.
  • p2Narration states Roger was asked several questions and then began to cry.
  • p2Narration notes Roger returned from Laugh Tale and left treasure behind.
  • p2Narration reports navy took immediate action after Pirate King birth.
  • p2Narration describes world in uproar with birth of Pirate King.
  • p2Crowd member states world government now calls him Gol D. Roger but Pirate King title is not bad.
  • p2Crowd member shouts "PIRATE KING" Gold Roger.
  • p2Crowd member lists wealth, fame, power as what the man obtained.
  • p2Crowd member notes if hiding name they must know its true meaning.
  • p3Narration states world refers to Roger's treasure as One Piece.
  • p3Crew member notes whole world is after them because of the title.
  • p3Roger laughs "UAHAHA HAHA!" saying they have no idea.
  • p3Crew member yells they will take everything Gold Roger has.
  • p3Crew member claims that treasure is all theirs.
  • p3Crew member orders to locate Roger now.
  • p3Crew member shouts "GUYS! LET'S KILL ROGER!".
  • p3Crew member complains about formality and calls captain idiot.
  • p3Crew member states they did not have much time left yet came this far thanks to crew.
  • p3Crew member calls return a total miracle.
  • p4Roger declares Roger Pirates are hereby disbanded.
  • p4Crew pleads "WELL, SAY IT ALREADY!!".
  • p4Crew shouts "C'MON, CAPTAIN!! WE CAN TAKE IT!!".
  • p4Narration speaks of two kings meeting again and whales being happy.
  • p4Narration predicts one king will come from far away sea and they will be born.
  • p4Narration notes kings are soon to be born.
  • p4Narration states even if it takes ten or fifteen years until they are born.
  • p4Narration reflects this time surely will work out and they have been waiting long.
  • p5Roger states voices must be telling truth about future birth surpassing them, serious prophetic tone.
  • p5Crew asks Shyarly about Poseidon's birth timing, casual curious intent.
  • p5Unknown voice demands source of mysterious speech, alarmed reaction.
  • p5Roger declares intent to find a son, confident and direct mood.
  • p5Roger affirms One Piece finder will be his son, bold claim context.
  • p5Roger notes they were too early, reflective mood on ship deck.
  • p5Roger announces first to disembark then return Oden to Wano, commanding tone.
  • p5Crew agrees to sail to marine-free sea and drink, celebratory energy.
  • p6Roger asks crew to tell Whitebeard's family he is now part of it, caring tone.
  • p6Crew inquires if Izou returns to Wano, questioning mood.
  • p6Roger expresses desire to meet Whitey-chan once more before death, wistful intent.
  • p6Narration notes Crocus gave medicine though illness incurable.
  • p6Narration states Roger departed after giving words to Rayleigh.
  • p6Roger tells crew not to cry during farewell, firm emotional command.
  • p6Narration emphasizes no tears in a man's farewell.
  • p7Narration describes mess from attempting Wano entry.
  • p7Roger notes Wano will open borders for a reason, reflective tone.
  • p7Roger warns wrong current destroys ship before reaching Wano.
  • p7Roger mentions day Joyboy appears, intense foreshadowing mood.
  • p7Oden states they knew they would meet again and left smiling, joyful context.
  • p7Oden affirms it is not like he is going to die, defiant energy.
  • p8Toki shouts Oden-san with joyful tears, emotional reunion mood.
  • p8Kin'emon and others call Toki-chan and express missing her, tearful welcome.
  • p8Oden declares missing family and being together again, happy tone.
  • p8Unknown man questions Oden's position to demand respect, confrontational intent.
  • p8Momonosuke welcomes father politely, surprised reaction.
  • p8Oden reacts with shock at sudden confrontation.
  • p9Crowd cheers Oden's return with repeated enthusiastic calls of welcome.
  • p9Villager calls the news wonderful for Toki.
  • p9Retainer praises Toki for quickly helping villagers in every way possible.
  • p9Retainer states the warm welcome is thanks to Toki.
  • p9Oden admits he expected more criticism from his people.
  • p9Oden reflects he did not expect such a warm welcome.
  • p9Retainer notes no one speaks of Oden's past actions anymore.
  • p9Retainer states Toki and children are the most popular in the country.
  • p9Retainer explains Toki toiled daily talking about Oden's adventures.
  • p9Retainer adds Toki never used her wife role to her advantage.
  • p10Toki states Inu-chan and Neko-chan already told her about Izo.
  • p10Toki says she is sure Izo will be happy.
  • p10Oden replies the group acted out of true love for Oden-san.
  • p10Oden thanks the crowd while holding Momonosuke.
  • p10Oden observes people have returned to old lifestyles.
  • p10Oden notes that is nothing to be proud of.
  • p10Retainer reports Ashura returned to his bandits in the mountains.
  • p10Retainer states Denjiro never stays in one place due to con artistry.
  • p10Retainer notes no one has spoken in a year after all.
  • p10Villagers state Kuri endured thanks to its people after Oden's departure.
  • p10Crowd expresses joy at having Oden back for another reason.
  • p11Oden regrets not being there for his father in final moments.
  • p11Oden states father's condition was worse than imagined.
  • p11Retainer reveals Sukiyaki appointed Orochi as new shogun for some reason.
  • p11Retainer notes the problem is with the chosen successor.
  • p11Retainer states Orochi is a member of the Kurozumi family.
  • p11Retainer adds Orochi never returned what he owed.
  • p11Oden calls Orochi like a brother and lent money out of respect for Yasu.
  • p11Oden states their story threw him into great confusion.
  • p11Oden questions how Orochi was appointed to lead in his stead.
  • p11Orochi pleads for money in final panel.
  • p12Man states workers' pay is too low to feed families.
  • p12Man explains all men are forced to work in weapon factories by shogun's orders.
  • p12Man notes each factory has its own supervisors.
  • p12Man states weapon factories have been built in every village.
  • p12Speaker confirms Oden saw the factories on the way.
  • p12Retainer states Orochi commands only because he relies on Kaido.
  • p12Retainer compares Kaido's strength to that of a monster.
  • p12Retainer questions why anyone takes orders from Orochi.
  • p12Fact states a man and family were executed six months ago for refusing factory work.
  • p12Raizo orders to take Momonosuke and Hiyori outside.
  • p12Oden demands to know what happened.
  • p13Shocked young woman with headpiece reacts with alarm to report of Kaido forces already in Kuri.
  • p13Angry samurai recounts losing control and attacking Orochi at Flower Capital, mood: furious and regretful.
  • p13Speaker explains Kawamatsu and Inuarashi repelled forces but notes goal was to kill Momonosuke.
  • p13Toki is described as having used her body as shield and suffering permanent leg scar from arrow.
  • p14Oden reacts with shock upon seeing arrow wound on Toki's leg.
  • p14Toki reassures Oden that the wound has already healed and refuses to show it.
  • p14Oden warns Toki not to let a trivial thing blind judgment as enemy will retaliate.
  • p14Oden thanks Toki for protecting their children and declares intent to protect family.
  • p14Oden states he is aware of Orochi's dirty methods while charging ahead.
  • p15Oden declares that the land of Wano has fallen into the hands of scum.
  • p15Toki pleads for Oden to wait while acknowledging understanding of the situation.
  • p15Oden states a coward relying on strong pirates is abusing Wano's isolationism.
  • p15Oden warns that the enemy will turn Wano into a living hell.
  • p15Onlooker mutters 'THAT FOOL...' during massive impact.
  • p16Citizens question if Oden will take over as shogun again and confirm his return.
  • p16Voices urge contacting the Flower Capital and reporting the event to Orochi.
  • p16Scream echoes from explosion site in Flower Capital.
  • p16Fallen guards desperately call for Orochi-sama to respond.
  • p17Panic reports warn that all soldiers have been annihilated and urge immediate flight from the castle invasion.
  • p17Kin'emon warns that harming Orochi will bring Kaido's wrath and questions the impact on Wano.
  • p17Orochi desperately pleads with Oden to reconsider while raising his hands in terror.
  • p17Kin'emon declares that Orochi's death takes priority over all other concerns.