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One Piece chapter 989: Somehow, I Don’t Feel Like We’re Losing — what is in it

Wano Country arc · 15 pages · 20 characters

Key facts in this chapter

  • p0Title page of chapter 989 centers on Big Mom's enraged expression.
  • p1Luffy decides to follow Kin'emon during the battle.
  • p1Yamato claims identity as Oden while protecting others.
  • p1Big Mom continues rampaging through the castle.
  • p2Big Mom expresses frustration at repeated Straw Hat interference.
  • p2Allies reference Denjiro's warning about the Tobi Roppo.
  • p3Franky confronts Big Mom directly on his motorcycle.
  • p3Crew members recognize Big Mom as a Yonko and urge retreat.
  • p4The Numbers are shown charging through an area with Beast Pirates present.
  • p4The Numbers are identified as entities Kaido acquired from Punk Hazard.
  • p5Franky uses a mechanical arm weapon called Brachio Bomber against a Number.
  • p5The attack 'RADICAL BEAM!!!' lands on one of the Numbers.
  • p6Franky is attacked from behind while in Iron Man form.
  • p6Jinbe uses Fishman Karate to repel an opponent.
  • p6Big Mom is thrown using a spinning technique.
  • p7Big Mom is thrown across the battlefield by a spinning technique.
  • p7Jinbe directly confronts Big Mom during the throw.
  • p7A technique named Delphinium creates a large explosion near the torii gate.
  • p8Jinbe stands openly on the battlefield after recent action.
  • p8Den Den Mushi is actively ringing during the scene.
  • p8Usopp Franky and Chopper are grouped together reacting to the call.
  • p9Luffy is attempting to reach the sky area.
  • p9Zoro is suspended by chains inside the ruined building.
  • p9Kin'emon is present on the ground level.
  • p10Luffy uses Rocket technique to ascend through the ceiling.
  • p10Multiple large dragon-like creatures are present in the area.
  • p10Kin'emon and allies previously ascended to confront Kaido.
  • p11Luffy is in mid-air surrounded by flying dragon creatures.
  • p11The sky area contains multiple hostile winged beasts.
  • p11Luffy realizes the aerial route is heavily defended.
  • p12Mechanical suits labeled BLACK RHINO and BRACHIO HEAD are activating on the battlefield.
  • p12Number 4 mechanical unit has been destroyed.
  • p12Momo observes a possible escape during the fight.
  • p12Crowned warrior and allies are surrounded by Beast Pirates.
  • p12Straw Hat crew presence is noted as a factor in the battle.
  • p13Straw Hat crew has arrived on the battlefield amid flying Devil Fruit users.
  • p13Luffy is present and ready to confront Kaido directly.
  • p13Crew reunion is highlighted with French text ENFIN REUNIS.
  • p13Beast Pirates react with alarm to the Straw Hats' appearance.

What is said, page by page

  • p0Inset caption states 'GANG BEGE'S OH MY FAMILY VOL. 33 I HAVE PROOF!!' as a dramatic story-within-story reveal.
  • p1Luffy declares he will follow Kin'emon with confident grin.
  • p1Allies shout encouragement and warnings including 'YOU CAN TRUST ME!!' and 'LUFFY-TARO!!'.
  • p1Yamato yells 'I'M ODEN!! I WILL PROTECT YOU!!' with intense expression.
  • p1Big Mom roars loudly while rampaging through the area.
  • p1Small creature calls 'MAMA!! MAMA!!' while fleeing near Big Mom.
  • p1Nami is asked if she is okay amid the chaos.
  • p2Leaping figure shouts 'YO!!' and 'SMOKE SCREEN JUTSU!!' while escaping.
  • p2Big Mom snarls 'THOSE DAMN STRAW HATS!! THEY JUST KEEP ON COMING... ONE AFTER THE OTHER...'.
  • p2Allies cry 'GYAAH!! BIG MOM IS GONNA KICK UP A STORM!!'.
  • p2Samurai discuss fighting Tobi Roppo and decide to retreat.
  • p3Franky introduces himself as cyborg while riding motorcycle.
  • p3Brook comments on sharp eyes and greets 'LONG TIME NO SEE SOUL KING!!'.
  • p3Jinbe asks 'WHAT THE HELL IS ALL THAT...!?'.
  • p3Nami yells 'YONKOU!? RUN AWAY!! OI NAMI...' and warns Franky to flee.
  • p3Big Mom roars 'THE PIRATE KING!!!' with massive presence.
  • p4Onlookers shout in panic that the Numbers are drunk and that this is the worst possible outcome.
  • p4Beast Pirates recognize the Numbers as failed ancient giants obtained by Kaido from Punk Hazard.
  • p4Characters react with surprise upon noticing an object held in one Number's hand.
  • p5Number yells at a target to let go while calling it a big mole.
  • p5Onlookers identify the group as Usopp's team.
  • p5Attack is named 'RADICAL BEAM!!!' as it strikes the enemy.
  • p6Allies warn Franky of danger behind him and question his decision to shoot.
  • p6Jinbe counters with Fishman Karate.
  • p6Big Mom performs Whirling Tides Throw while Robin activates Mille Fleurs.
  • p7Big Mom screams while being spun and accuses Jinbe of abandoning her crew.
  • p7Jinbe accepts the challenge and tells Big Mom to do her worst.
  • p7Onlookers panic at the sight of Big Mom being hurled through the air.
  • p8Jinbe states Big Mom will return angrier than ever with fierce confident mood.
  • p8Smiling figure asks how the previous action was with light teasing intent.
  • p8Another character laughs that the outcome could not be better with satisfied tone.
  • p8Crowd voices question Jinbe's presence and identify him as former Shichibukai and Fishman Pirates captain with alarm.
  • p8Jinbe apologizes and thanks someone calmly while small voice replies no problem.
  • p8Den Den Mushi call urges answer with urgent mood.
  • p8Usopp and Franky are called out by Chopper who demands they hold together amid panic.
  • p9Luffy mutters Gomu Gomu no while asking if that is the sky.
  • p9Voice reacts with surprise at Straw Hat's appearance.
  • p9Character states they can reach the target from current position.
  • p9Someone calls out to Zoro hanging from chains.
  • p9Striped figure questions Luffy's identity and demands to know destination.
  • p9Luffy declares he is going to where Kaido is with determined expression.
  • p10Luffy yells Alright here we go Rocket while launching upward.
  • p10Voice questions whether Kaido is really above.
  • p10Narration states Kin'emon and others went up to fight Kaido.
  • p10Luffy declares he will not let the creatures act freely.
  • p10Voice commands to hold it right there amid impact.
  • p11Luffy screams Waa Aah while being flung wildly.
  • p11Voice calls Fling during the aerial struggle.
  • p11Character states they cannot proceed with the creatures present.
  • p11Luffy exclaims that even the sky is heavily guarded with alarmed expression.
  • p12Frustrated mech operators shout they cannot operate the suits yet find them cool, conveying reluctant excitement during activation.
  • p12Voice announces NUMBER 4 HAS BEEN TAKEN OUT amid explosions, indicating loss of a mechanical unit.
  • p12Scarred suited man complains the suit's durability pisses him off, showing irritation in combat.
  • p12Momo wonders if someone escaped, expressing surprise and uncertainty in a small panel.
  • p12Crowned warrior notes they are losing despite advantages and are surrounded by enemies, conveying frustration.
  • p12Crowned warrior states Straw Hat is going down too, signaling ongoing threat assessment.
  • p12Crowned warrior reports General Chopper decoy falling from sky, noting tactical development.
  • p13Massive figure questions if all flying figures are Devil Fruit users, showing surprise at aerial threats.
  • p13Beast Pirate voice curses that things are not easy and identifies the Straw Hat crew arrival.
  • p13Crew member states they just need to get up there, indicating intent to advance.
  • p13Luffy replies ALRIGHT THAT SOUNDS GOOD in response to plan, showing agreement and readiness.
  • p13ENFIN REUNIS marks the emotional reunion of the Straw Hat crew.
  • p13Voice calls WE'LL TAKE CARE OF THIS as a figure falls with WAAA AAAH.
  • p13Luffy declares he knows the crew can handle the rest and he will kick Kaido's ass, conveying fierce determination.