Page 18: - Blackbeard shouts attack name with savage triumphant mood during counter. - Man with glasses notes the day as another of fate's crossroads in calm observational tone. - Background figure praises Ace's basic fighting power despite Devil Fruit focus. - Tall man in cape remarks on Devil Fruit users being weak once ability is countered. Page 19: - Onlookers express shock that no human could cause the rock fall. - Crowd worries about the fate of the entire island. - Tall man in cape states the danger extends beyond the town. - Blackbeard declares nothing stands a chance against the darkness. - Blackbeard taunts Ace about losing his power while offering recruitment. Page 20: - Blackbeard declares he will leave no regrets in life. - Blackbeard states giving in to force would make life pointless. - Ace calls out Dai Enkai during flame attack. - Blackbeard tells Ace to die in the darkness. - Ace shouts Entei while unleashing giant flame attack. Page 21: - Blackbeard laughs and declares only one power will win. - Ace states his resolve to make Whitebeard the king. - Narration identifies the event as Duel at Banaro Island.