Page 0: - Chapter 544 titled EVEN HELL'S GATES OPEN opens with Emporio Ivankov splash page. Page 1: - Blackbeard states he aimed for Shichibukai position by defeating Luffy. - Blackbeard refers to Ace as his little brother in conversation with Luffy. Page 2: - Ace learned Blackbeard planned to kill Luffy and could not retreat. - Blackbeard's crew confirms their captain has become a Shichibukai. Page 3: - Luffy attacks Blackbeard with a powerful kick after hearing about Ace. Page 4: - Luffy performs Gomu Gomu Kuro Uzu Jet attack. - Battlefield contains multiple explosions and debris. Page 5: - Crocodile receives heavy blow and bleeds from impact. - Luffy attack sends opponent crashing into rubble. Page 6: - Luffy ignores warnings and continues attacking. - Onlookers recognize opponent from Whitebeard ship. Page 7: - Crocodile advises Luffy to focus on Ace escape instead. - Crocodile identifies Luffy opponent as Blackbeard.