A vibrant color splash page shows the Straw Hat Pirates enjoying a chaotic ice cream party on a sunny dock. Nami sits prominently in the foreground on a giant yellow cushion, wearing a blue bikini and licking an ice cream cone with a playful smile. Robin lounges nearby in a light blue shirt and bikini bottom, also holding an ice cream cone. In the background, Luffy hangs upside down from a massive ice cream structure with his tongue out, Sanji spins wildly with a ladle, Chopper clings to the side, Usopp tumbles, and Franky poses dramatically. Zoro stands to the left holding a cone with an annoyed expression, while Brook's skeleton form is visible near a striped tent. A large "310 ICE CREAM" stand and a "ONE PIECE" logo appear at the bottom. The page is labeled "Chapter 553: 'ULTIMATE SHOWDOWN'".
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A massive tsunami towers over Marineford as the sea surges violently toward the Marine headquarters. Marines scream in terror: "IT'S A TSUNAMI~!!!" and "AAAAAAGH-HHHH!!!" One marine shouts, "TRULY, THIS IS THE MONSTER OF LEGEND!!! FUFFUFFU!" Another cries, "WHAT INCREDIBLE POWER...!!!" In the lower panel, Whitebeard throws his head back in a booming laugh, "GURARA-RARA-RARA!!!" The quake-created wave looms over the fortress as panic spreads among the ranks.
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Aokiji appears on the left with a fierce expression, shouting "AOKIJI...!!!" and "YOU LITTLE TYKE...!!!" as he activates his power. The massive tsunami begins freezing instantly with the sound effect "キィーン!!!" A large speech bubble declares "ICE AGE"!!! The frozen wave halts mid-surge around a Marine ship. On the right, smaller panels show the ice rapidly spreading across the water with effects like "PAKSIN...!" and "BESOW!!" as the sea solidifies.
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The ice spreads explosively across the bay with loud cracking sounds "パキン!!" "パリン!!" and "ズズズズズズ!!" Marines react in shock: "IT STOPPED...!!!" and "PARTI-SAN"!!!" One marine yells "OH, MY..." as the tsunami is completely frozen in place. The massive ice wall towers over the ships and fortress. A distant figure is seen leaping through the air amid the frozen chaos as the battle halts momentarily.
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Pirates swarm forward in a massive assault on the frozen bay. Even the captains are on the attack!!! Don't let up on the assault!!! one voice roars. Let's show them what we've got!!! another shouts. The whole bay is frozen solid!! The ships won't be able to maneuver at all!!! Marines exclaim in alarm. Open fire!!! Destroy the Moby Dick!!! orders ring out as cannon fire erupts. Whitebeard division commanders charge with weapons drawn, chains swinging and blades flashing. It's nice and convenient to walk on, then. Let's move out, then. a pirate remarks as they advance across the ice. Close-ups show fierce expressions from Vista and other commanders readying their blades.
Not gonna be that easy, huh!I a pirate captain growls amid explosions. Our hearts were so hot we almost got overwhelmed!!! Attack!!! voices cry. Guhyahya-hyahyahya!! A frozen sea is just what we needed!! another laughs. The Marine HQ looms in the background as the frozen battlefield stretches out. Vice Admirals!!! It's the Marine HQ. Several Vice Admirals stand in formation with swords drawn, their coats billowing, facing the charging pirates.
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Cut 'em down and move into the bay~~~!!! a pirate yells while leaping into combat. Have there ever been so many Vice Admirals in one place before!I Gagagagah!! Even the Buster Call pales before this!!! observers shout. Don't get impertinent with me, youngsters. Madam Tsuru, please fall back!! Smash their ships against the ice!!! commands fly. This is merely conjecture... but the true distance between us and that man... seems rather small... Fufufu... actually gonna fight, are ya...I a voice notes. It has finally begun...!!! the narration states as the clash intensifies across the ice.
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A massive impact shatters ice and rock. The world's greatest sword strike was stopped!!! It was stopped!!! voices exclaim. Diamond Jozu!!! It's the Third Division Commander...!!! someone identifies as Jozu blocks the blow, his diamond body gleaming. Hawkeye!!! a shocked voice cries. Haaa-ahhh-hhhh!!! a scream echoes amid flying debris. The frozen bay erupts in chaos as the stopped strike sends shockwaves through the battlefield.
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Explosions rock the battlefield as a massive beam of light streaks toward the execution platform. Kizaru unleashes his attack, shouting "YASAKANI NO MAGATAMA.*" The light barrage slams into the area with a thunderous "ビュン!!!" and "ビロビロビロ!!!" A lone figure leaps into the path of the attack. Marco the Phoenix appears in a burst of blue flames, his wings spread wide. "MARCO!!!" someone yells. "IT'S THE FIRST DIVISION COMMANDER!!!" A Marine gasps, "THE ADMIRAL'S ATTACK WAS BLOCKED!!!" Another shouts, "WHO'S THAT!I HE'S COVERED IN BLUE FLAMES...!!!" Marco smirks and blocks the light with his body, flames swirling around him. From the side, a Marine taunts the Whitebeard Pirates: "YOU WHITEBEARD PIRATES SURE ARE SCARY, AREN'T YOU-" Marco retorts, "CAN'T HAVE YOU TAKIN' THE KING RIGHT OFF THE BAT, YOU KNOW." Kizaru lands nearby, adjusting his glasses with a casual "THAT'S A LITTLE BRIGHT... DEAR, DEAR..." while muttering "IT'S KIZARU!!!" The clash leaves the Marines stunned as Marco stands firm against the Admiral's power.
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This is an SBS page. Oda opens with "All right. SBS, start!! Say it!! Yeah!!" Reader questions follow: one about a crush dilemma, another asking if Mr. 1 can turn his dick into a blade. Oda replies energetically, "All right! Then, don't sleep ever again!!! Yeah!!!" A small drawing shows a chibi Luffy labeled "Four Emperors... Micheru" with Oda saying "Ah, thank you!! You're one of the Four Emperors, Micheru... NO! Yeah yeah, Whitebeard, Red Hair, Kaido, and Micheru, truly great... NO! Leave!!!" The page ends with Oda noting the movie "Strong World" thanks and encouraging readers to keep supporting One Piece.
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Discussion
p6Pirates continue their direct assault toward the Marine HQ.
p6The battle on the frozen bay has escalated into close-quarters combat.
p7Diamond Jozu stops Dracule Mihawk’s sword attack with his diamond body.
p7The blocked strike creates a massive shockwave that shatters surrounding ice.
p7Mihawk’s attack is identified as the world’s greatest sword strike.
p8Marco the Phoenix blocks Kizaru's Yasakani no Magatama attack using his blue flames.
p8The interception occurs directly in front of the execution platform during the war.
p8Whitebeard remains standing on the platform observing the blocked assault.
p8Marines react with visible shock to the successful block of an admiral's attack.
What is said, page by page
p0Nami displays playful mood while enjoying ice cream in relaxed party setting.
p0Robin shows calm composed intent while holding ice cream during group celebration.
p0Luffy expresses excited chaotic energy hanging from ice cream structure.
p1Marines shout in terror about incoming tsunami with panicked mood.
p1Marine comments on Whitebeard's legendary power with fearful tone.
p1Whitebeard laughs loudly with triumphant and confident intent.
p2Aokiji shouts 'AOKIJI...!!!' and 'YOU LITTLE TYKE...!!!' with aggressive intent.
p2Technique name 'ICE AGE' is announced as the wave freezes.
p3Marines exclaim 'IT STOPPED...!!!' with shocked and relieved mood.
p3One Marine calls out 'PARTI-SAN!!!' in surprise during the freeze.
p4Whitebeard Pirates commanders roar encouragement to keep attacking without letting up, aggressive battle mood.
p4Marine officers shout in alarm that the entire bay is frozen solid preventing ship movement, worried intent.
p4Marine command orders open fire to destroy the Moby Dick, urgent combat directive.
p4Whitebeard Pirates state the frozen surface is convenient for advancing on foot, determined mood.
p5Pirate captain notes the assault is not going to be easy, frustrated tone.
p5Pirates shout that their hearts were almost overwhelmed and call for attack, heated battle mood.
p5Unknown pirate laughs that the frozen sea is exactly what they needed, mocking intent.
p5Pirates identify the approaching figures as Vice Admirals and recognize the Marine HQ, surprised realization.
p6Pirate yells to cut down the enemy and advance into the bay, aggressive command.
p6Observers express shock at the number of Vice Admirals gathered, amazed tone.
p6Madam Tsuru tells the younger Marines not to be impertinent and orders them to smash ships against the ice, authoritative intent.
p6A voice notes the true distance to a certain man seems small and that fighting has finally begun, contemplative mood.
p7Observers shout that the world’s greatest sword strike was stopped, shocked realization.
p7Pirates identify the blocker as Diamond Jozu the Third Division Commander, surprised tone.
p7A scream echoes amid the flying debris from the impact, intense reaction.
p7Someone calls out Hawkeye in alarm after the blocked strike, urgent mood.
p8Kizaru calls out his projectile technique name while launching the light barrage toward the platform.
p8Onlooker shouts Marco's name in recognition as he intercepts the attack.
p8Marine identifies Marco as the first division commander with urgent surprise.
p8Marine reports that the admiral's attack has been completely blocked.
p8Marine questions the identity of the blue-flamed figure blocking the strike.
p8Whitebeard addresses the Whitebeard Pirates with a calm yet intimidating tone about their boldness.
p8Marco replies that he cannot allow the king to be taken immediately.