Released 13 Dec 2020 · 12 pages · Wano Country arc

One Piece Chapter 998: Ancient Zoans

What happens in chapter 998

Onigashima floats through stormy skies above massive waves as debris falls. A voice exclaims, ". IT'S FLOATING!!

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  1. p.0This is the cover page of One Piece Chapter 998.
  2. p.6An armored fighter uses a mechanical launcher weapon in the corridor.
  3. p.10Scene shifts between inside the dome store room and outside Onigashima.
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Ancient Zoans

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The cover of One Piece Chapter 998: "ANCIENT ZOANS" shows Enel reclining lazily against a giant spotted cat while listening to music from a gramophone. Musical notes float in the air as the cat's eyes swirl from the sound. A small mouse in a suit stands in the background holding a conductor's baton. The large title logo reads ONE PIECE with the chapter title below. Text at the bottom states: "COVER ART REQUEST BY PEN NAME X・560: ENEL AND A CAT LISTENING TO MUSIC WHILE LAZING AROUND." Vertical text on the left reads: "THE EXTREMELY POPULAR 97TH VOLUME IS NOW ON SALE!! THE WORST GENERATION VS THE YONKO! WITNESS THIS FIERCE BATTLE FIRST HAND!"
Enel
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Onigashima floats through stormy skies above massive waves as debris falls. A voice exclaims, "...IT'S FLOATING!!I" Another shouts, "HUH!I ONIGASHIMA IS..." Narration declares, "THE EARTH-SHAKING POWER OF A YONKO!!!" Below, shocked samurai and allies stare upward. One yells, "MARCO THE PHOENIX HEREI!" Another asks, "WHOSE SIDE IS HE ONI!" A third wonders, "AND WHY IS..." while another fears, "WHO WOULD'VE THOUGHT LORD KAIDO COULD DO SOMETHING AS OUTRAGEOUS AS THIS!!" and "IT WON'T FALL, WILL IT!I" In the lower panels, a man with a scar shouts "HEY!!" as a massive impact strikes a horned armored figure who screams "AAAAAA-AHHHHH!!!" Someone cries out "CHOPPERI!!" A skull symbol appears in a small panel.
MarcoChopperKaido's subordinates
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A figure wrapped in blue flames says, "...HUHI I'M ON FIRE BUT...IT DOESN'T BURN." Nearby, a small character notes, "THE FLAMES ARE JUST AT THE RIGHT TEMPERATURE TO SUPPRESS THE VIRUS!!" A samurai in ornate armor reacts with "WHA-!I" while a man in a top hat asks, "IS IT HOTI" and another wonders about the temperature. In the next section, a nurse named Tristan and Doctor Miyagi of the Mink Tribe call out, "WE HAVE MADE ALL THE PREPARATIONS TO PRODUCE THE ANTIBODIES... COME QUICKLY!!" and "MIYAGI!!! AND TRISTAN TOO!!" A voice replies, "WE WILL ASSIST YOU!!" Chopper appears in a large hat as someone shouts "DOCTOR CHOPPER!!" Below, a muscular man with a cross belt yells, "OOH MY!! RUN AWAY YOU TWO!!" as ice demon creatures attack. A voice screams, "WOAAH!! IT'S A PACK OF ICE DEMONS!!" and "GRRAAA AAWRR!!" Chopper answers, "THANK YOU!! I CAN FOCUS BETTER INSIDE THE TOWER!!" while another says, "LET'S TAKE CARE OF THIS ALL AT ONCE."
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A large man yells, "THAT MEDDLING BASTARD!! MARCO!! WHAT'S HE DOING HERE!I" while another warns, "THERE IS NO WAY THE ENEMY WILL SAVE YOUR ASSES!!!" and "HEY! YOU GUILLIBLE BUMS!! HURRY UP AND GET THE ANTIBODY BACK!!" A small panel shows a surprised reaction, "HUHI.. SO IN THE END, IT'S LIKE WE THOUGHT...!!!" In the center, a massive impact strikes with "AAAAAAA ARGH!!!" and the sound effect "ギィオオッ" as a voice shouts, "PASSIVE FLAME"!!I" Ice demons roar "GRROOO OOWRR!!" while one yells "OW!... HOT!!!" Below, a small character with goggles exclaims, "TO MASS PRODUCE THE ANTIBODY!!" and "PERFECT! I'LL USE THIS OPPORTUNITY..." Allies thank Miyagi as ice demons begin to melt. A large man identified as Boss Onimasa regains his senses while others react with surprise at the sudden change in temperature.
MarcoBoss OnimasaMiyagiChopperice demons
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A massive Allosaurus rampages through the castle interior, jaws snapping as X-Drake's transformed body smashes walls and debris. "ROAAAA AAAAAR!!" the beast roars while a crewmate screams "AAAAA ARGH!!" and another shouts "MISTER DRAKEI! SO HE'S REALLY GONE OVER TO THE ENEMY'S SIDE!!" In smaller panels, Zoro, Sanji, and Brook face off as voices call out: "YOU GUYS TOO! YOU AREN'T HERE TO FIGHT SMALL FRY, ARE YOUI" "IF YOU WANT TO GO TO THE ROOF, I CAN FLY YOU THERE." "I THINK I HAVE A HANDLE ON THE SITUATION... RORONOA..." "BUT WE HAVE TO HELP CHOPPER..." The Yakuza bosses charge forward with "THE YAKUZA BOSSES!! WE'LL LEAVE IT TO YOU!!" while others yell "DON'T WORRY MISTER SKELETON!! WE'LL PROTECT MISTER RACOON!!" A desperate voice cries "GIVE ME THE ANTIBODY!! I'M SCREWED IF I LOSE THAT!!" "SHUT THE DOOR!!" "WAIT, YOU BASTARD!!" A panel shows X-Drake's label: "FORMER FLYING SIX X-DRAKE DRAGON-DRAGON FRUIT, ANCIENT ZOAN: MODEL: ALLOSAURUS". One fighter taunts "YOU'RE SMARTER THAN YOU LOOK. ALIGNING YOURSELF WITH THE WINNING SIDE..." as another urges "LEAVE THIS FLOOR TO ME AND GO ON AHEAD!!" "IF YOU REALLY CONSIDER ME YOUR ALLY... UGH!"
X-DrakeRoronoa ZoroSanjiBrookFrankyApoo
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Inside the castle's fourth floor, Sanji leaps through collapsing architecture, fists raised as he declares "SANJI PROBABLY SENSED THE PRESENCE OF A STRONG ENEMY..." and "I SEE! SEEMS LIKE MY OBSERVATION HAKI STILL NEEDS WORK!!" A massive hole opens in the floor, revealing lower levels as debris rains down. "MUST STAY BACK ON THIS FLOOR AS WELL!!" a horned fighter growls while another shouts "I'LL CREATE AN OPENING!! LUFFY, PLEASE GO ON AHEAD!!" Smoke and rubble fill the air as figures tumble through the breach. The narration box reads "INSIDE THE CASTLE FOURTH FLOOR". Farther below, a dome interior is labeled "INSIDE THE DOME LEFT BRAIN TOWER CENTRAL PASSAGE" as a towering figure bellows "GENERALLL!!" with frantic cries echoing around him.
SanjiJinbeKing
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A hulking mechanical launcher erupts in smoke and fire with the cry "LAUNCHER"!!! as a massive projectile blasts forward. A victim howls "AAAAAAA AARGH!!" while the attacker yells "YOU GUYS!! MOVE ASIDE!!" Multiple impact panels show bodies hurled backward with "ARGH!" "UGH!" and "HUF... HUF..." A close-up reveals a spiked helmet and determined glare as the machine smashes through the corridor. The sequence ends with a surprised "HUHI!!" as the dust settles.
Sasakiunidentified armored fighter
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A towering Triceratops-headed beast labeled "THE FLYING SIX SASAKI DRAGON-DRAGON FRUIT, ANCIENT ZOAN: MODEL: TRICERATOPS" charges through the banquet hall, horns lowered. "MASTER SASAKI!!!!" echoes as the monster roars "OHHHH!!" and taunts "YOUR TRICKS WON'T WORK NOW!! DAMN ROBOT!!" "DON'T GET AHEAD OF YOURSELF!!" A smaller panel shows the beast labeled "A TRICE-RATOPSI!!" while voices plead "PLEASE FINISH HIM OFF!!" and "DON'T RUN FROM US~" "YOU CAN'T~" "WOAH!" "HEY!! WAIT UP!!" "DON'T RUN AWAY..." The narration notes "INSIDE THE CASTLE THIRD FLOOR BANQUET HALL" and "HE'S ESCAPING!!!" as the dinosaur rampages onward.
Sasakiunidentified samuraiunidentified Beast Pirates
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A desperate figure pants, "HUFF.. HUFF.." while thinking, "BUT STILL... I MUST GO, THERE'S SOMEWHERE I NEED TO BE...!!" Black Maria looms in her hybrid spider form, her massive spider legs and silk threads dominating the room as she purrs, "UFUFU♡ STAY HERE, WITH US. I'LL MAKE YOU MY PET.♡" She leans toward the seated man and teases, "HEY YOU- YOU SAID YOU WERE LOVESTRUCK, DIDN'T YOUI ♡" The label reads "THE FLYING SIX BLACK MARIA SPIDER-SPIDER FRUIT, ANCIENT ZOAN, MODEL: ROSAMYGALE GRAUVOGELI." Around her, a crowd of women laugh and call out "WOMEN!! GYAH HAHA" and "AND MORE WOMEN!! UFUFU WOMEN!!" The seated man stares upward in shock, exclaiming, "THIS GUY IS NUTS!! IS THIS HEAVENI"
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Who's Who towers in his saber-toothed tiger hybrid form, snarling as he declares, "I DIDN'T EXPECT THE FORMER WARLORD, JINBE THE KNIGHT OF THE SEA TO BE SO CHILDISH." A voice retorts, "I'D RATHER YOU USED THE TITLE WITH MORE WORTH TO IT! I'M THE HELMSMAN OF THE STRAW HAT PIRATES!!" The sign reads "INSIDE THE CASTLE FOURTH FLOOR CAT CAFE." Who's Who continues, "BACK WHEN YOU WERE STILL A MEMBER OF THE WARLORDS, I CAUGHT A GLIMPSE OF YOU ONCE..." while another panel shows him saying, "IF I COULD SEE YOUR FACE, IT'D PROBABLY JOG MY MEMORY." A woman warns, "AAAH... STRAWHAT GOT AWAY. WE'VE CAUSED KAIDO SOME TROUBLE..." and demands, "STOP BULLYING MY MEN, WILL YOUI" The label identifies "THE FLYING SIX WHO'S WHO CAT-CAT FRUIT, ANCIENT ZOAN, MODEL: SABERTOOTHED TIGER."
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Inside the dome store room, a man asks, "WHAT IS THISI" and notes, "HUFF.. HUFF.. NOBODY COMES HERE SO WE ARE SAFE." A dragon statue stands abandoned. Outside, massive dinosaur zoans rampage as the label declares "THE FLYING SIX ULTI DRAGON-DRAGON FRUIT, ANCIENT ZOAN, MODEL: PACHYCEPHALOSAURUS" and "THE FLYING SIX PAGE ONE DRAGON-DRAGON FRUIT, ANCIENT ZOAN, MODEL: SPINOSAURUS." Onlookers shout, "WOAAH!! TWO DINOSAURS CAME CRASHING IN!!" and "THEY ARE THE FLYING SIX!! OUR ENEMIES!!" A woman recalls, "A FEW YEARS AGO... HE CAME TO KILL MY FATHER...!!" and vows, "THAT WOMAN... I'LL MAKE SURE TO CRACK HER HEAD IN HALF...!!" The final panel shows the chapter end with "ONE PIECE CH. 998 / END."
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One Piece Chapter 998: Ancient Zoans

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Key facts in chapter 998

  • p0This is the cover page of One Piece Chapter 998.
  • p1Onigashima is shown floating due to Kaido's power.
  • p2Marco's flames are used to suppress a virus.
  • p2Mink doctors prepare antibodies for the virus.
  • p3Marco uses passive flame to repel ice demons.
  • p3Onimasa recovers from ice demon effects.
  • p4X-Drake is confirmed as former Flying Six member who has switched sides.
  • p4X-Drake possesses Dragon-Dragon Fruit Ancient Zoan Model Allosaurus.
  • p4Zoro, Sanji, and Brook are present on the same floor as the rampage.
  • p5Action takes place on the fourth floor of the castle.
  • p5A large hole opens revealing lower levels during the fight.
  • p5Sanji and Jinbe are coordinating to support Luffy's advance.
  • p6An armored fighter uses a mechanical launcher weapon in the corridor.
  • p6Multiple enemies are struck and thrown by the projectile attack.
  • p7Sasaki possesses Dragon-Dragon Fruit Ancient Zoan Model Triceratops.
  • p7Sasaki is a member of the Flying Six.
  • p7Fight occurs inside the third floor banquet hall.
  • p8Black Maria is identified as one of the Flying Six.
  • p8Black Maria's Devil Fruit is Spider-Spider Fruit, Ancient Zoan, Model: Rosamygale Grauvogeli.
  • p9Scene takes place inside the castle fourth floor cat cafe.
  • p9Who's Who is identified as one of the Flying Six.
  • p9Who's Who's Devil Fruit is Cat-Cat Fruit, Ancient Zoan, Model: Sabertoothed Tiger.
  • p10Ulti uses Dragon-Dragon Fruit, Ancient Zoan, Model: Pachycephalosaurus.
  • p10Page One uses Dragon-Dragon Fruit, Ancient Zoan, Model: Spinosaurus.
  • p10Scene shifts between inside the dome store room and outside Onigashima.
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  • p0Enel reclines lazily on giant spotted cat with swirling eyes and open mouth while wearing headphones and holding a music device.
  • p0Gramophone with visible record plays music beside Enel on the cat's body.
  • p0Floating musical notes surround Enel and the cat indicating sound waves.
  • p0Small suited mouse stands in background holding conductor's baton near nest of eggs.
  • p0Large ONE PIECE title logo with skull and crossbones at top of cover.
  • p0Chapter title "ANCIENT ZOANS" printed below logo.
  • p0Vertical text on left edge mentions 97th volume and Yonko battle.
  • p0Cover art credit text at bottom names requester X・560 and describes Enel and cat scene.
  • p0Enel shown shirtless with sash, spotted pants, and relaxed posture on cat's fur.
  • p0Cat lies on side with paws extended and patterned spots visible across body.
  • p1Onigashima island floats in stormy sky above massive waves with debris falling.
  • p1Lightning and dark clouds surround the floating island.
  • p1Crowd of samurai and allies below stare upward with shocked expressions.
  • p1Man with scar on face shouts in lower panel.
  • p1Skull symbol appears in small panel near bottom.
  • p1Large impact lines and motion effects show island movement.
  • p1Waves and rocks depicted in foreground with dramatic shading.
  • p2Marco wrapped in blue flames hovers in air with wings visible.
  • p2Small character notes flame temperature near Marco.
  • p2Samurai in ornate armor reacts with surprise.
  • p2Man in top hat questions heat level.
  • p2Mink Tribe doctors Miyagi and nurse Tristan stand ready with medical tools.
  • p2Ice demons appear in lower panels roaring and attacking.
  • p2Chopper in antler form faces ice demons with allies.
  • p2Background shows damaged tower and debris from battle.
  • p3Marco's passive flame strikes multiple ice demons causing them to recoil.
  • p3Ice demons shown with open mouths roaring and bodies smoking from heat.
  • p3Large impact SFX dominates upper panel during flame attack.
  • p3Boss Onimasa regains senses in lower panel with sword drawn.
  • p3Chopper in small form shouts about mass producing antibodies.
  • p3Ice demons retreat as body heat returns to Onimasa.
  • p3Background shows floating Onigashima and stormy sky.
  • p4X-Drake transformed into massive Allosaurus with open jaws and visible teeth rampaging through castle interior, smashing walls and debris.
  • p4Allosaurus form labeled with Dragon-Dragon Fruit Ancient Zoan Model Allosaurus text box.
  • p4X-Drake's transformed body shows scaled hide, claws, and tail in dynamic destruction pose.
  • p4Zoro, Sanji, and Brook shown in close-up panels with serious expressions facing forward.
  • p4Sanji with visible eyebrow swirl and narrowed eyes in determined gaze.
  • p4Brook with skull face and formal attire visible in panel.
  • p4Apoo depicted with striped clothing and mechanical arm elements amid smoke and impact lines.
  • p4Multiple impact SFX and debris clouds around rampaging dinosaur form.
  • p4Small panel shows X-Drake's human face with smirk before or after transformation.
  • p4Background figures including Yakuza bosses and skeleton-like character in combat stance.
  • p4Panel composition splits large dinosaur action on left with smaller character reaction panels on right.
  • p5Sanji leaping through collapsing fourth floor architecture with fist raised and dynamic motion lines.
  • p5Large hole in floor revealing multiple lower levels with falling debris and smoke.
  • p5Horned fighter with striped hat and angry expression shouting from side panel.
  • p5Central panel shows massive structural collapse with circular platforms and rubble.
  • p5Jinbe visible in lower right with dark silhouette and huffing posture.
  • p5Narration box labels location as inside the castle fourth floor.
  • p5Smoke and dust clouds fill the air around falling figures.
  • p5Close-up of horned fighter's face with gritted teeth and sweat drops.
  • p5Small figures tumbling through the breach in background.
  • p6Large mechanical launcher device firing with heavy smoke and explosion effects.
  • p6Launcher labeled with technique name LAUNCHER in large text.
  • p6Multiple impact panels showing bodies hurled backward with motion lines.
  • p6Spiked helmet close-up on unidentified armored fighter with determined glare.
  • p6Armored fighter has mechanical arm and shoulder components visible.
  • p6Debris and dust clouds surround the launcher impact zone.
  • p6Victim figures shown in mid-air with pained expressions and SFX.
  • p6Panel sequence emphasizes rapid projectile launch and successive hits.
  • p7Sasaki transformed into Triceratops-headed beast with large horns and open roaring mouth.
  • p7Label identifies Sasaki as Flying Six member with Dragon-Dragon Fruit Ancient Zoan Model Triceratops.
  • p7Triceratops form labeled A TRICE-RATOPS in large text box.
  • p7Sasaki's beast form charges through banquet hall with lowered horns.
  • p7Mechanical robot opponent visible on the right side of the panel.
  • p7Background shows banquet hall architecture with chandeliers and railings.
  • p7Smaller panels depict Beast Pirates and samurai reacting with shock.
  • p7Sasaki's beast form has spotted hide, heavy brow, and sharp teeth.
  • p7Impact SFX and debris around the charging dinosaur.
  • p7Narration box labels location as inside the castle third floor banquet hall.
  • p8Black Maria looms in hybrid spider form with massive spider legs, silk threads, and spotted patterned dress dominating the panel.
  • p8Seated man sits on floor with back to viewer, hunched posture, sweat drops, and exhausted breathing.
  • p8Crowd of women surrounds the scene with varied hairstyles, some holding weapons and laughing with open mouths.
  • p8Small spider silhouettes fly near Black Maria's head and body.
  • p8Large open-mouth SFX dominates upper right background.
  • p8Black Maria leans forward with extended arm and teasing expression toward the seated man.
  • p8Floral and web-like patterns cover Black Maria's clothing and limbs.
  • p8Women in foreground show exaggerated facial expressions including wide eyes and tongues out.
  • p8Central label box identifies Black Maria and her Devil Fruit.
  • p8Silk strands and spider leg segments frame the composition around the central figures.
  • p9Who's Who towers in saber-toothed tiger hybrid form with large fangs, horns, and striped fur.
  • p9Jinbe stands in the background with arms crossed, stern expression.
  • p9Cat cafe interior with hanging signs, wooden beams, and feline motifs visible.
  • p9Large cat-like SFX and impact lines surround Who's Who.
  • p9Woman in fishnet outfit and hat stands near center with dynamic pose.
  • p9Small cat statues and furniture scattered in midground.
  • p9Who's Who label box placed centrally with fruit details.
  • p9Background shows broken structures and smoke effects.
  • p9Multiple speech bubbles with exclamation marks and sweat drops on characters.
  • p9Silhouetted figures react in lower panels with wide eyes and open mouths.
  • p10Ulti and Page One rampage in dinosaur hybrid forms outside the dome, large bodies smashing structures.
  • p10Abandoned dragon statue lies broken inside the dome store room.
  • p10Man with curly hair hides inside the store room, panting with sweat.
  • p10Onlookers react with shock and point at the dinosaurs from the side.
  • p10Ulti and Page One labels displayed prominently with fruit names.
  • p10Large impact SFX and debris fly across the right panel.
  • p10Woman with long hair recalls past event with intense close-up eyes.
  • p10Dome store room shows scattered objects and dim lighting.
  • p10Outside shows Onigashima landscape with crashing debris.
  • p10Small panel shows woman vowing to crack an enemy's head, fierce expression.

Theories built on chapter 998

Wano Country arc

  1. 995A Kunoichi's Oath
  2. 996The Island of the Strongest
  3. 997Flames
  4. 998Ancient Zoans
  5. 999One Piece
  6. 1000Ace's Vivre Card
  7. 1001The Decisive Battle of Monsters on Onigashima

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