One Piece Chapter 471: My Friend

One Piece chapter 471: My Friend — what is in it

Thriller Bark arc · 26 pages · 23 characters

Key facts in this chapter

p0This is the front cover of One Piece volume 49.
p1This is the back cover of One Piece volume 49 featuring a Grand Line map.
p2This is the title page for volume 49 featuring Nightmare Luffy.
p6This is the color splash page opening chapter 471 titled MY FRIEND.
p8Oars recalls wanted posters of Franky, Nami, and Luffy.
p8Oars smashes through rubble while searching for the three targets.
p9Perona regains consciousness amid the ruined hall.
p9Zombies inform Perona that the enemy has already departed.
p10Oars rampage is destroying the mansion and eliminating general zombies.
p10Perona witnesses Oars fist impact amid the chaos.
p11Perona decides to flee Thriller Bark using the pirates ship.
p11Oars has already crushed Hogback during his rampage.
p12Nami wears a bridal veil and earrings during the ceremony.
p12The setting is a ruined ceremonial hall.
p12Lola lunges forward immediately after the binding kiss.
p13Lola physically attacks during the ceremony struggle.
p13Nami is referred to as Namizou in the conflict.
p13The fight causes major structural damage in the hall.
p14Absalom wields two swords during the confrontation.
p14Nami remains in wedding attire throughout the fight.
p14Lola believes Nami intended to steal Absalom.
p15Lola's true identity as Namizou is revealed during the fight.
p15Absalom refers to Nami as his bride.
p15The brawl continues with multiple characters involved.
p16Lola intervenes to protect Nami from Absalom.
p16Absalom confirms his intent to marry Lola after learning her identity.
p16A tiger zombie assists Absalom by identifying Lola.
p17Absalom physically collides with Nami sending her flying.
p17A marine zombie intervenes in the chase.
p18Nami stops running and prepares to fight Absalom.
p18Nami uses Thunder Charge attack with her staff.
p19Nami's Swing Arm attack connects but fails to stop Absalom.
p19Absalom is knocked back by the impact but remains conscious.
p20Absalom is defeated and lying on the floor after battle.
p20Lola stands victorious over Absalom in the ruined hall.
p20Lola realizes her earlier attack on Absalom had no effect.
p21Lola confesses she lied to Absalom out of fear.
p21Absalom rises again despite being defeated.
p21Lola names Absalom as the groom in her plan.
p22Oars crashes through the castle wall into the area.
p22Characters debate the correct name of the giant creature.
p22Sanji addresses the giant as Oz.
p23Oars delivers a powerful roar from close-up view.
p23Sanji and other fighters stand ready in the ruined courtyard.
p23Oars' massive form dominates the battlefield.

What is said, page by page

p0Cover text promotes volume 49 titled Nightmare Luffy with dramatic intent.
p8Oars mutters that three targets remain after recalling the wanted posters.
p8Oars demands to know the location of the three remaining targets with aggressive intent.
p8Oars notes three more targets while surveying the destruction.
p9Perona wakes with a start and demands to know what happened and who caused the damage.
p9Zombies urgently report that the enemy has left and that Perona lost consciousness.
p9Zombies plead for Perona to stop swinging the hammer while panicking about cockroaches.
p9Perona stares in shock at the surrounding destruction.
p10Zombies report that Oars has wiped out the general zombies and cannot be controlled.
p10Zombies question whether the pirates caused the mansion destruction.
p10Oars roars loudly while smashing the area.
p10Zombies cry out about brothers being crushed by the attack.
p11Oars realizes he stepped on Hogback as well.
p11Perona orders zombies to gather treasure and supplies for immediate escape.
p11Perona concludes that Oars and the pirates will destroy Thriller Bark.
p11Zombies acknowledge the order and hurry to load the pirate ship.
p12Nami breathes a short gasp of realization after the binding kiss in the hall.
p12Lola roars loudly in violent refusal with aggressive forward motion.
p12Background figures shout in panic and confusion about the ongoing ceremony.
p12One voice commands others to stop amid the sudden chaos.
p13Lola refuses the marriage and declares desire to continue adventures.
p13Lola accuses an invisible figure of perverted behavior.
p13Nami orders silence and declares Lola will become the graveyard queen.
p13Lola attacks with crushing force while others yell accusations.
p14Lola accuses Nami of trying to steal her beloved Ab.
p14Absalom yells at Nami for stealing his man.
p14Nami protests that she was unconscious during the kiss.
p14Lola rejects the situation as a misunderstanding and betrayal.
p15Lola insists on marriage despite the chaos.
p15Absalom demands to know what Lola is doing to his bride.
p15Nami reacts with shock upon learning Lola is male.
p15A figure reveals that Lola's real name is Namizou and is actually a man.
p16Lola shouts she will slow Absalom down with desperate protective intent toward Nami.
p16Nami yells for Lola to run while fleeing in panic.
p16Absalom declares he can now marry Lola after learning the truth with triumphant tone.
p16Lola cries out calling Nami her friend in emotional distress.
p16Nami whispers Lola's name in shock and realization.
p16Tiger zombie asserts Lola is definitely a woman with accusatory growl.
p16Absalom announces the bride is right here with roaring excitement.
p17Nami screams Lola's name in alarm.
p17Absalom yells for others to get out of the way during charge.
p17Marine zombie complains about expending effort against the zombie with frustration.
p17Marine zombie curses at the damn zombie while attacking.
p18Absalom taunts Nami that she cannot escape because he is invisible with heavy breathing.
p18Nami states she came to help her friend with firm resolve.
p18Nami calls out Thunder Charge while attacking.
p18Absalom angrily questions how Nami dared to harm Lola.
p18Nami invites Absalom to jump into her arms with confident tone.
p19Nami yells Swing Arm during the powerful staff strike.
p19Absalom states he already knew the attack was coming.
p19Nami reacts that the attack did not work with frustration.
p20Lola questions why her attack failed on Absalom at the bridge; shocked and confused mood.
p20Internal thought notes Absalom was already past his limits after fighting another man; analytical tone.
p20Lola declares victory aloud with raised weapon; triumphant and relieved intent.
p20Absalom weakly coughs repeatedly while lying defeated; exhausted and pained state.
p21Lola thanks Absalom for coming to help her; grateful and emotional tone.
p21Lola apologizes for lying and admits she was scared because she is a woman; tearful confession.
p21Absalom questions what Lola is saying and reminds her they are friends; confused and pained.
p21Lola declares Absalom cannot resist now and names him the groom; bright and decisive mood.
p21Absalom calls Lola a fool and states he knew all along; knowing and intense tone.
p22Voice shouts for leftovers to come out and asks if they are here; aggressive intent.
p22Multiple voices debate and correct Oars' name ending with 'Oz'; confused group discussion.
p22Sanji yells 'HEY, OZ!!' to get the giant's attention; urgent tone.
p22Oars weakly asks others to move out of the way and apologizes for his body; apologetic and limited movement.
p23Oars roars that others should not underestimate their own crew's strength; intense and dominant mood.
p23Oars warns against underestimating the crew; aggressive delivery.

One Piece chapter 471: My Friend — what is in it

Thriller Bark arc · 26 pages · 23 characters

Key facts in this chapter

p0This is the front cover of One Piece volume 49.
p1This is the back cover of One Piece volume 49 featuring a Grand Line map.
p2This is the title page for volume 49 featuring Nightmare Luffy.
p6This is the color splash page opening chapter 471 titled MY FRIEND.
p8Oars recalls wanted posters of Franky, Nami, and Luffy.
p8Oars smashes through rubble while searching for the three targets.
p9Perona regains consciousness amid the ruined hall.
p9Zombies inform Perona that the enemy has already departed.
p10Oars rampage is destroying the mansion and eliminating general zombies.
p10Perona witnesses Oars fist impact amid the chaos.
p11Perona decides to flee Thriller Bark using the pirates ship.
p11Oars has already crushed Hogback during his rampage.
p12Nami wears a bridal veil and earrings during the ceremony.
p12The setting is a ruined ceremonial hall.
p12Lola lunges forward immediately after the binding kiss.
p13Lola physically attacks during the ceremony struggle.
p13Nami is referred to as Namizou in the conflict.
p13The fight causes major structural damage in the hall.
p14Absalom wields two swords during the confrontation.
p14Nami remains in wedding attire throughout the fight.
p14Lola believes Nami intended to steal Absalom.
p15Lola's true identity as Namizou is revealed during the fight.
p15Absalom refers to Nami as his bride.
p15The brawl continues with multiple characters involved.
p16Lola intervenes to protect Nami from Absalom.
p16Absalom confirms his intent to marry Lola after learning her identity.
p16A tiger zombie assists Absalom by identifying Lola.
p17Absalom physically collides with Nami sending her flying.
p17A marine zombie intervenes in the chase.
p18Nami stops running and prepares to fight Absalom.
p18Nami uses Thunder Charge attack with her staff.
p19Nami's Swing Arm attack connects but fails to stop Absalom.
p19Absalom is knocked back by the impact but remains conscious.
p20Absalom is defeated and lying on the floor after battle.
p20Lola stands victorious over Absalom in the ruined hall.
p20Lola realizes her earlier attack on Absalom had no effect.
p21Lola confesses she lied to Absalom out of fear.
p21Absalom rises again despite being defeated.
p21Lola names Absalom as the groom in her plan.
p22Oars crashes through the castle wall into the area.
p22Characters debate the correct name of the giant creature.
p22Sanji addresses the giant as Oz.
p23Oars delivers a powerful roar from close-up view.
p23Sanji and other fighters stand ready in the ruined courtyard.
p23Oars' massive form dominates the battlefield.

What is said, page by page

p0Cover text promotes volume 49 titled Nightmare Luffy with dramatic intent.
p8Oars mutters that three targets remain after recalling the wanted posters.
p8Oars demands to know the location of the three remaining targets with aggressive intent.
p8Oars notes three more targets while surveying the destruction.
p9Perona wakes with a start and demands to know what happened and who caused the damage.
p9Zombies urgently report that the enemy has left and that Perona lost consciousness.
p9Zombies plead for Perona to stop swinging the hammer while panicking about cockroaches.
p9Perona stares in shock at the surrounding destruction.
p10Zombies report that Oars has wiped out the general zombies and cannot be controlled.
p10Zombies question whether the pirates caused the mansion destruction.
p10Oars roars loudly while smashing the area.
p10Zombies cry out about brothers being crushed by the attack.
p11Oars realizes he stepped on Hogback as well.
p11Perona orders zombies to gather treasure and supplies for immediate escape.
p11Perona concludes that Oars and the pirates will destroy Thriller Bark.
p11Zombies acknowledge the order and hurry to load the pirate ship.
p12Nami breathes a short gasp of realization after the binding kiss in the hall.
p12Lola roars loudly in violent refusal with aggressive forward motion.
p12Background figures shout in panic and confusion about the ongoing ceremony.
p12One voice commands others to stop amid the sudden chaos.
p13Lola refuses the marriage and declares desire to continue adventures.
p13Lola accuses an invisible figure of perverted behavior.
p13Nami orders silence and declares Lola will become the graveyard queen.
p13Lola attacks with crushing force while others yell accusations.
p14Lola accuses Nami of trying to steal her beloved Ab.
p14Absalom yells at Nami for stealing his man.
p14Nami protests that she was unconscious during the kiss.
p14Lola rejects the situation as a misunderstanding and betrayal.
p15Lola insists on marriage despite the chaos.
p15Absalom demands to know what Lola is doing to his bride.
p15Nami reacts with shock upon learning Lola is male.
p15A figure reveals that Lola's real name is Namizou and is actually a man.
p16Lola shouts she will slow Absalom down with desperate protective intent toward Nami.
p16Nami yells for Lola to run while fleeing in panic.
p16Absalom declares he can now marry Lola after learning the truth with triumphant tone.
p16Lola cries out calling Nami her friend in emotional distress.
p16Nami whispers Lola's name in shock and realization.
p16Tiger zombie asserts Lola is definitely a woman with accusatory growl.
p16Absalom announces the bride is right here with roaring excitement.
p17Nami screams Lola's name in alarm.
p17Absalom yells for others to get out of the way during charge.
p17Marine zombie complains about expending effort against the zombie with frustration.
p17Marine zombie curses at the damn zombie while attacking.
p18Absalom taunts Nami that she cannot escape because he is invisible with heavy breathing.
p18Nami states she came to help her friend with firm resolve.
p18Nami calls out Thunder Charge while attacking.
p18Absalom angrily questions how Nami dared to harm Lola.
p18Nami invites Absalom to jump into her arms with confident tone.
p19Nami yells Swing Arm during the powerful staff strike.
p19Absalom states he already knew the attack was coming.
p19Nami reacts that the attack did not work with frustration.
p20Lola questions why her attack failed on Absalom at the bridge; shocked and confused mood.
p20Internal thought notes Absalom was already past his limits after fighting another man; analytical tone.
p20Lola declares victory aloud with raised weapon; triumphant and relieved intent.
p20Absalom weakly coughs repeatedly while lying defeated; exhausted and pained state.
p21Lola thanks Absalom for coming to help her; grateful and emotional tone.
p21Lola apologizes for lying and admits she was scared because she is a woman; tearful confession.
p21Absalom questions what Lola is saying and reminds her they are friends; confused and pained.
p21Lola declares Absalom cannot resist now and names him the groom; bright and decisive mood.
p21Absalom calls Lola a fool and states he knew all along; knowing and intense tone.
p22Voice shouts for leftovers to come out and asks if they are here; aggressive intent.
p22Multiple voices debate and correct Oars' name ending with 'Oz'; confused group discussion.
p22Sanji yells 'HEY, OZ!!' to get the giant's attention; urgent tone.
p22Oars weakly asks others to move out of the way and apologizes for his body; apologetic and limited movement.
p23Oars roars that others should not underestimate their own crew's strength; intense and dominant mood.
p23Oars warns against underestimating the crew; aggressive delivery.

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The vibrant cover of volume 49 displays the large title "ONE PIECE" and the chapter designation "巻四十九 “ナイトメア・ルフィ”" at the top. Nightmare Luffy dominates the center with a massive clenched fist raised high, his face twisted in a fierce grin beneath a horned helmet marked with X's. Surrounding him are Franky flexing his left arm, Brook with his afro and top hat, Chopper in his horn point form yelling, Nami clutching her face in shock, Usopp looking alarmed, and other Straw Hats in dynamic poses. The author's name "尾田栄一郎" and "EIICHIRO ODA" appears at the bottom left along with Jump Comics branding and the publisher Shueisha.

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The back cover repeats the "ONE PIECE" logo and volume 49 branding against a detailed map of the Grand Line and surrounding seas. Faint geographic labels such as "Loguetown", "Reverse Mountain", "Florian Triangle", and ocean names are visible across the parchment-style background. The same cover illustration of Nightmare Luffy and the Straw Hats appears on the left side in grayscale tones, with Jump Comics and Shueisha logos.

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A bold black-and-white title page shows Monkey D. Luffy grinning widely with wide eyes, one massive fist raised high holding a scroll banner that reads "ONE PIECE". A small Chopper sits atop the fist wearing a pirate hat. Luffy wears a torn tank top with "JUMP 55" and "VOLUME 49" printed on it, and the subtitle "NIGHTMARE LUFFY" is displayed prominently below his chest. Jump Comics branding appears at the top.

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A detailed recap page titled "THE STORY OF ONE PIECE" summarizes the series up to volume 48. It recounts the age of pirates, Luffy's quest for the One Piece, the loss of the Going Merry, arrival at Thriller Bark, the battle against Gecko Moria, and the Straw Hats losing their shadows to Oars and the zombies. Character profiles list Gecko Moria, Doctor Hogback, Absalom, Perona, Victoria Cindry, Hildon, Oz, Inuppe, Jigoro, Ryuma, and Shanks. The right column profiles the Straw Hat crew: Luffy, Zoro, Nami, Usopp, Sanji, Chopper, Robin, and Franky, each with brief descriptions and portraits. The page ends noting the crew's desperate situation on the ghost island.

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This is the table of contents page for One Piece volume 49 titled "NIGHTMARE LUFFY". It lists the chapters: CHAPTER 471: MY FRIEND........ 8, CHAPTER 472: DOWN........ 29, CHAPTER 473: SHICHIBUKAI BARTHOLOMEW KUMA APPEARS........ 49, CHAPTER 474: WE'VE GOTTA DO IT!!........ 69, CHAPTER 475: THE PIRATES IN THE FOREST........ 89, CHAPTER 476: NIGHTMARE LUFFY........ 109, CHAPTER 477: 3/8........ 129, CHAPTER 478: LUFFY VS LUFFY........ 149, CHAPTER 479: WARRIOR OF HOPE........ 169, CHAPTER 480: INTERCEPTION........ 189, CHAPTER 481: SHADOW'S ASGARD........ 209. A decorative chain border and a flintlock pistol illustration appear at the bottom.

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A vibrant double-page color splash opens Chapter 471: "MY FRIEND". Monkey D. Luffy grins widely while riding an orange and white sea creature through an underwater city of ancient ruins. The Straw Hats and allies ride various sea creatures: Nami on a pink dolphin, Usopp waving from a shark, Sanji and Franky near a whale, Chopper on an orca-like creature, and Robin standing atop a massive whale wearing a crown. Fish swim everywhere, bubbles rise, and debris floats in the deep blue water. The title "ONE PIECE" appears in the lower left with coral and ruins below. At the bottom the chapter title reads Chapter 471: "MY FRIEND".

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The massive stitched giant Oars looms over the ruined battlefield, muttering "..." before growling, "THAT LEAVES..." Wanted posters of the "COOL HERO," the "ORANGE WOMAN," and the "STRAWHAT" FROM BEFORE flash through his mind. Oars clenches a fist and roars, "WHERE ARE THEYI" as he surveys the destruction. "THREE MORE, HUH..." he mutters, smashing through rubble with thunderous force. The ground quakes under his steps while smaller figures lie crushed amid the debris and swirling dust clouds.

Oars

Perona jolts awake with a piercing "HA!!!" as voices cry out, "OH!! SHE'S AWAKE!!" In the ruined hall, frantic zombies shout, "PLEASE LOOK AROUND!! THERE'S NOTHING HERE!!", "P-PERONA-SAMA!! WAIT....!!", "I HATE COCKROACHES! GET THEM OFF OF ME! HURRY AND GET THEM AWAY!!!", "PERONA-SAMA!!", and "WAAAH, STOP WITH THE HAMMER!!" Perona demands, "WHAT HAPPENED TO YOU!I WHO DID THIS!I" A zombie replies, "THE ENEMY'S GONE!! YOU LOST CONSCIOUSNESS AND COLLAPSED!!" She stares in shock, whispering, "THIS IS..." as Oars looms behind her.

PeronaOars

Zombies panic amid the collapsing mansion: "THE PIRATES ARE RAMPAGING ABOUT, BUT THIS WAS DONE BY OZ!!!", "WHAT HAPPENED TO THE MANSION...!I", "DID THOSE PIRATES DO THIS!I", and "OZ!I" One cries, "CAN'T WE CONTROL OZ AT ALL!I OUR STRONGEST FIGHTERS!I" Another reports, "WELL... WE'VE HEARD THAT... THE GENERAL ZOMBIES WERE COMPLETELY WIPED OUT BY OZ!" Perona watches in horror as a massive fist slams down with a thunderous "ZUGOOOOON!!" Oars bellows "GUWAAAAA AAA!!!" while zombies scream "NO, THAT'S...", "BROTHERS!!", and "KYAAAAA!! YOU GUYS!!"

PeronaOars

Oars realizes, "AH... N... NOW THAT YOU MENTION IT, HE ALSO STEPPED ON LORD HOGBACK!!" Shocked voices yell, "WHAT!!!I", "O...!!! OZ!!I", and "THAT WOMAN'S NOT HEREI" Perona shouts orders: "HURRY, GO GET THE TREASURE AND SOME SUPPLIES!!" She panics, ""WOMAN"....!! TH... THIS IS BAD!! WE'VE GOT TO GET OUT OF HERE!! WE'RE GOING TO LOAD UP THOSE PIRATES' SHIP AND RUN! OZ AND THOSE PIRATES ARE GOING TO TOTALLY DESTROY THRILLER BARK!!" Zombies salute, "YES, MA'AM!! RIGHT AWAY!!!" and "HURRY!!!" as they flee the crumbling ruins.

PeronaOars

In the ruined ceremonial hall, the ceremony continues after the binding kiss. Nami, dressed as a bride with veil and earrings, stares in shock with wide eyes and a sweat drop as she realizes what has happened. "HA..." she breathes. Suddenly a massive stitched face lunges forward with a roar, "EHHHHH~!I" The creature, Lola, reacts violently with motion lines and impact effects. In smaller panels below, other figures react: one shouts "KYAAAAA!!" while another yells "WAIT, WAIT, WHAT'S GOING ON!I" and "NAMI, YOU'RE AWAKE!I" A voice commands "STOP!!" as the chaos erupts around the hall labeled "Ceremonial Hall - just some empty room."

NamiLola

Lola panics and refuses the situation, shouting "I'M NOT READY FOR THIS; I STILL WANT TO GO ON ADVENTURES!!" and "I TOLD YOU NO, YOU INVISIBLE PERVERTED ANIMAL!!!" while others urge "COME ON, GIVE IT UP!!!" and "WITH THIS KISS, YOU'LL BECOME MY WIFE!!!" Nami's voice cuts in: "BE SILENT AND REJOICE!! YOU'LL BECOME THE GRAVEYARD KING'S WIFE!! THE QUEEN OF THE GRAVEYARD!!!" and "WHAT!I NO!" The scene explodes into violence as Lola attacks with a massive "CRUSH" impact, debris flying everywhere. Someone yells "NAMIZOU, YOU BASTARD!!!" amid the destruction and swirling motion lines.

NamiLola

Lola screams "LOLAAAA!!!" in fury while Nami looks on in horror, gasping "LO..." Absalom stands amid rubble, swords drawn, yelling "NAMIZOU!!! YOU...!!! HOW DARE YOU STEAL MY MAN!!!" and "YOU WERE LYING ABOUT MY LOVE, WEREN'T YOU!I" Nami tries to protest "WAIT... HOLD ON A SECOND, LOLA!!! I... I WAS UNCONSCIOUS!" as Lola retorts "YOU WERE JUST TRYING TO STEAL AWAY MY DEAR AB THE ENTIRE TIME!!" The fight intensifies with Lola shouting "KYAAAAA!!!" and "NO, IT'S NOT LOVELY AT ALL!!! YOU TRAITOR!!!" Nami, still in the wedding dress, exclaims "AH!! I HAVE NO IDEA WHAT'S..." and questions "WHY ARE YOU WEARING A WEDDING DRESS!I IT'S LOVELY, BY THE WAY."

NamiLolaAbsalom

Lola continues the rampage, declaring "I REFUSE!!!" and "SHUT UP!!! LET'S GET MARRIED." with a heart symbol, while others shout "LOLA!!! ON TOP OF BARGING IN AND RUINING THE CEREMONY, WHAT ARE YOU DOING TO MY BRIDE!!!I" Nami reacts with shock: "WHAAAAAT!!!I" and "A MAN!!!" as the revelation hits. A figure explains "HER REAL NAME IS 'NAMIZOU,' AND SHE'S ACTUALLY..." Absalom adds "MY DEAR AB, YOU DIDN'T KNOW, RIGHT!!!I" Nami recalls "I DID SAY THAT..." The brawl escalates with cries of "HEY!! STOP IT!!!" "GET OUT OF HERE, NAMIZOU!!!" and "STOP, LOLA!!" as Lola is dragged away amid impact effects and motion lines.

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Lola lunges forward in her tattered wedding dress, shouting, "I'LL SLOW HIM DOWN!!" Nami sprints away in panic, yelling, "RUN, NAMIZOU!!" Absalom looms behind them with a massive grin, declaring, "NOW, ABSALOM!! NOW THAT YOU KNOW THE TRUTH, YOU CAN GET MARRIED TO ME!!!" Lola cries out desperately, "MY FRIEND!!" while Nami stares in shock, whispering, "LOLA..." A tiger zombie points accusingly and growls, "SHE IS, WITHOUT A DOUBT, A WOMAN, LOLA!! NOW..." Absalom roars triumphantly, "THE BRIDE IS RIGHT HERE!!!" Nami flees as Absalom charges after her, with the cry, "THE BRIDE...!!! SHE'S ESCAPING!!"

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Nami screams, "LOLA!!!" as Absalom barrels through debris in a massive explosion of smoke and impact, roaring, "GET OUT OF THE WAY!!!" A marine-like zombie in the background yells, "MAKING ME EXPEND THIS MUCH EFFORT!! DAMN ZOMBIE...!!!" while extending a clawed hand. Absalom smashes forward with a huge "DON" impact, sending Nami flying amid flying rubble and destruction.

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Absalom pants heavily, taunting, "OH... YOU WISED UP... HAA... AND STOPPED RUNNING. NO MATTER WHERE YOU RUN, YOU CAN'T ESCAPE. I'M AN 'INVISIBLE MAN.'" Nami stands firm and replies, "I CAME TO HELP YOU, MY FRIEND!!" She then unleashes her attack, shouting, "THUNDER CHARGE"!!!" while swinging her staff. Absalom reacts in fury, "HOW DARE YOU DO THAT TO LOLA." Nami calls out, "THAT'S RIGHT, COME JUMP INTO MY ARMS."

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Nami swings her staff with full force, yelling, "SWING ARM"!!!" The strike connects with Absalom in a massive explosion of impact and debris. Absalom growls, "BUT I KNEW THAT ALREADY..." while Nami retorts, "IT DIDN'T WORK...!!!" The powerful blow sends Absalom crashing backward amid flying wreckage and smoke.

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In the ruined hall filled with rubble and smoke, the massive stitched creature Absalom lies sprawled on the floor, coughing and defeated. Lola stands over him in her torn wedding dress, eyes wide with shock. A voice wonders, "...I" while small question marks float nearby. Absalom mutters weakly, "Fsssh... Fsssh..." Lola stares in disbelief. Someone thinks, "I knew it... He was already past his limits after his fight with that man... That makes sense..." Lola asks aloud, "It didn't work at all when we fought at the bridge... WhyI" Absalom suddenly springs up with renewed energy, shouting, "I must have hit a weak spot or something!!" He raises his arm triumphantly as a huge impact SFX "ドーン!!" erupts with debris flying. He yells, "WELL, WHATEVER!! I WON!!!" while laughing "うわーあはは".

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Lola thanks the fallen Absalom, "THANK YOU FOR COMING TO HELP ME!!" while he coughs, "HAA..." and mutters "..." She calls out, "LOLA!! ARE YOU OKAYI GET A GRIP!!" Absalom groans in pain. Lola confesses tearfully, "I lied to you!! I'm really sorry! But I...!!! I was scared, and I'm a woman!!" Absalom rises again in the background, demanding, "WHAT ARE YOU SAYING, NAMIZOU...I WE'RE FRIENDS." Lola continues, "More importantly!! My dear Absalom can't resist now, right!I" She smiles brightly and declares, "You're going to be a groom, Absalom!!!" Absalom looms close with a wide grin, saying, "LOLA. I knew all along. You fool," as a large SFX "ビャーン!!" explodes.

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From the rubble, a voice shouts, "COME ON OUT, YOU LEFTOVERS!! ARE YOU HERE!!I" A giant stitched creature with horns and wild hair crashes through the castle wall. Multiple voices debate its name: "No, that's way off!!", "HUEZI", "No, I'm sure it ended with a 'Z.'", "I think it was... Ross.", "OssI", "Umm", "What was his name again", "HMMI No, it's still missing something!!", "It's 'Oz.'", "That's it!!!" The giant, Oars, looks confused. Below, Sanji yells, "HEY, OZ!!" while Oars replies weakly, "Can you move a bitI Just out of the way." "Ah, I guess there's no helping it. M... My apologies, my body..." A warning appears: "If you've got Luffy's shadow in you..."

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Oars roars with a massive close-up, "YOUR OWN CREW'S STRENGTH!!! YOU SHOULDN'T BE UNDERESTIMATING" as a huge SFX "ズゴォン" shakes the ruins. In the devastated courtyard, a large bear-like man in a top hat stands ready, Sanji adjusts his stance with hands behind his head, and other figures including a woman in a dress and armored warriors appear amid the debris. The giant's overwhelming presence looms over the group as the battle intensifies.

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The page opens with the 'SBS' banner titled '質問コーナー'. Eiichiro Oda greets readers: 'HELLO!!! IS EVERYONE DOING WELL!!I I'M THE WRITER, AND I GOT HERE FIRST. I WON'T LET ANYONE ELSE TAKE MY PLACE!! NOW, I'D LIKE TO GET THE QUESTION CORNER STARTED! READY, SET, SBS!! STARS...!! SHOOT, I MESSED UP... THERE SHOULD BE A "T" AT THE END... A "T"...!!! AHH, I'M JUST NO GOOD...!!! IF I COULD BE BORN AGAIN... I WANT... TO BE THE WALL IN A WOMAN'S BATH... << FULL OF HOPE >>'. A reader writes: 'I THINK THAT IF USOPP AND I TEAMED UP, HE COULD BE THE ULTIMATE STRAIGHT MAN AND I COULD BE THE ULTIMATE FOOL IN OUR ULTIMATE TSUKKOMI. PLEASE LET ME BE A TEAM WITH USOPP. PLEASE THINK OF A NAME FOR US, TOO.' Oda replies with suggested comedy duo names: 'OKAY! BECOME A STAR IN THE WORLD OF COMEDY!! YOUR NAME WILL BE... "TEKIZEN TOUBOU," OR "FLEES FROM ENEMIES."' Another reader asks about Robin's change in addressing Nami as 'NAMI-CHAN' and whether she calls others by name after Enies Lobby. Oda answers: 'A MOTHER WHO RESEMBLES BROOK... THAT'S AMAZING!! IT'S GOOD TO BE FUNKY. NOW, ABOUT ROBIN. LOTS OF THE READERS NOTICED THIS, WHICH MAKES ME HAPPY. IN CHAPTER 475 OF THIS BOOK, ROBIN HAS A LINE WHERE SHE SAYS "ARE YOU OKAY, NAMI...!I" FUNDAMENTALLY, ROBIN HAS DECIDED TO CALL NAMI BY HER NAME. SHE HAS ALSO STARTED TO CALL THE OTHER MEMBERS BY THEIR NAMES. AFTER THE EVENTS AT ENIES LOBBY, ROBIN HAS TRULY STARTED TO OPEN HER HEART UP TO HER COMRADES. EVEN AS THE STORY GETS LARGER IN SCALE, I WANT TO MAKE THESE SMALL DETAILS IMPORTANT.' Small portraits of a goggled character and a dark-haired woman appear beside the letters.

Eiichiro OdaBear from the Forest

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