The title page reads "Chapter 302 'Finale'". The cover story, "ACE'S GREAT SEARCH FOR BLACKBEARD VOL. 27 'THE COOKS ON THE MARINE SHIP THAT CAME TO BUY MILK ARE MODA'S PARENTS'", shows a Marine chef laughing heartily with his hand on his hip. He stands next to a spotted cow. Beside him, a woman in an apron joyfully hugs the young girl Moda. Another cow stands nearby in front of a small, rustic house with a thatched roof.
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In the ruined city of Shandora, the giant beanstalk towers over the ancient, crumbling pyramids and buildings. A large crowd of Skypieans and Shandia are gathered among the rubble. Someone in the crowd asks, "What...!? They ran off from the island?" Another replies, "Yes... They didn't even accept our token of appreciation..." Gan Fall, looking thoughtful with his eyes closed, says, "Yes, they certainly left without a care for our feelings..." He stands with his bird Pierre, Wyper, and other warriors. Voices from the crowd wonder, "Did they realize even a fraction of the gratitude we felt for them...?" and "How can this be..."
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Aisa and Raki sit together on some stone ruins. Aisa says, "That their saviours ran out on them... Everyone's in a big fuss," Raki replies, "How unfair of you, Aisa... Fufufu!" Raki smiles and says, "I can't believe you alone said a proper good-bye to them." Aisa, looking determined, declares, "I want to become like him too! And have my body stretch reeeeeaaaaally long!" She adds, "Well, Luffy and the others told me not to tell anyone else. I never knew there was such a strong warrior down in the blue seas!" Raki begins to cut Aisa's hair with scissors. Raki looks down softly and says, "Yes, because... Kids like you, No longer need to bear arms..." Aisa looks confused and asks, "...Huh?" Raki tells her, "You're a girl, so you gotta look pretty! You should grow out your hair. I'm sure it'll suit you. Aisa... Let's only trim your hair a bit today." Aisa asks, "Pretty? Who, me?"
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Aisa smiles widely, laughing "Hee hee!" Raki smiles back, saying, "You're so ladylike today, Raki." Aisa tells her, "Hey, stop moving, Aisa..." The scene shifts to a view of the white sea and clouds, then pans down to the rocky ground of the ruins. Wyper, Kamakiri, Braham, and Genbo stand before the towering statue of the great warrior Kalgara. Wyper looks up at the statue and says, "It seems that the duty of Shandia... Has been fulfilled at last. Great warrior Kalgara..."
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A close-up of the Kalgara statue's face is shown. Wyper says, "There is no longer any need for future generations to shed blood..." Wyper, smoking a cigarette, continues, "Your wish, too, Has likely reached your dear friend..." A wide shot shows the Shandia warriors standing before the statue in the ruined city. Wyper says, "That's why we swear... The war is over... But we will not lose our pride!" Wyper sits cross-legged on the ground, his body heavily bandaged, with his arm in a sling. Kamakiri, Braham, and Genbo stand behind him. Wyper declares, "Ever again. Extinguish, To never let the flame of Shandora,"
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The view shows the ruined Shandora pyramid. Voices declare, "A free mercenary!" "I am a knight of the sky!" Wyper says, "That Vearth cannot be owned by any single person. We are merely a warrior tribe, unsuited for the matters of governing a country..." Kamakiri adds, "That alone doesn't make for a legitimate reason. I think the war has taught each and every one of us," Gan Fall, looking serious, responds, "What're you saying now, after all that's happened... This city originally belonged to your people, after all. I leave it in your care, chief." A wide shot shows the Shandia warriors and the Skypieans facing each other across the ruins. Voices proclaim, "IS A PILLAR. THE NAME OF THIS COUNTRY IS SKYPIEA AND THE NAME OF THIS CITY IS SHANDORA. 'GOD'..."
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Gan Fall stands with his bird Pierre, facing the crowd. A voice says, "Is a man who continued to wrack his brain on the war. That man is you alone. The pillar that can unite these two separate realms," Gan Fall looks surprised as the voice continues, "So please return to the seat of God once more...! And support this deeply wounded country." Wyper smiles and says, "As the knight of the sky, you alone occupy a neutral middle-ground." Gan Fall looks overwhelmed, sweating slightly, and thinks, "Just when I thought I could return to tending my pumpkin garden..." The Skypieans cheer enthusiastically, raising their arms and shouting, "GAN FALL!" "YEAH!" "IF IT'S YOU, WE'LL BE SATISFIED TOO!" The Shandia also cheer, yelling, "PLEASE RETURN TO US!" "GOD!" The crowd is united in their support, shouting, "PLEASE, GAN FALL!" "You have all of our support!"
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The Going Merry sails across the white sea, with a caption noting "Skypiea's lower floor, 'White seas'". The Straw Hat crew is on deck, celebrating around a giant sack overflowing with gold. They chant, "GOLD! GOLD! GOLD! GOLD MAKES US... BADA BABA BAM!" Chopper says, "Ooh! Ooh! I want some books! I want to read medical books of other countries!" Zoro wants "More booze." Nami swoons, "Nami! I'd love a lock for the fridge! <3" Usopp argues, "Don't be stupid! We gotta use this to increase our firepower! Let's buy 10 cannons!" Luffy suggests, "How about a HUUUUUUGEEE statue!?" They all yell, "SUPER RICH! WHAT'LL WE BUY!?" and "It'll be so cool!" Usopp looks through binoculars and shouts, "I CAN SEE IT NOW. EVERYONE! PLEASE LOOK TOWARDS THE FRONT!" Nami yells angrily at the crew, "I can't have you guys just going out and buying every little thing you want. We'll split the treasure after we get down from here! Hold your horses!" Chopper pleads, "Books pweaase-"
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The Going Merry approaches a large, ornate gate structure sitting on the clouds. Someone shouts, "OHHHH! SO WE CAN GET DOWN FROM HERE!?" "IT'S CLOUD END!" The crew looks towards the gate. Sanji says, "Guess it's time to say good bye to these white seas." Usopp adds, "Sky island sure was fun... But also scary." Sanji agrees, "It certainly is hard to say good bye..." Zoro asks, "Now that we're about to leave, So we're gonna go down...?" Luffy sighs. The Merry sails towards the dark tunnel of Cloud End. Voices say, "It'd certainly be hard... I wonder if we'll ever be able to come up again...? Is a milky road that'll take us all the way down to the blue seas, huh... So beyond that door,"
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Luffy waves enthusiastically from the Merry, shouting, "CONIS! OLD MAN! WHITE FLUFFBALL! TAKE CARE!" Conis, Pagaya, and the cloud fox Su wave back from a small cloud boat. They call out, "Thanks for everything, you two!" "Stay safe, Conis!" "Thanks for seeing us off!" "Please take care!" "It looks like we can only accompany you up to here, everyone!" On the Merry, the crew springs into action. Zoro says, "Right! Put all the gold inside the rooms!" Sanji yells, "Well, it is probably a slope taking us down 7000m! Hurry, guys!" Usopp adds, "Looks like we're about to speed up! Guys, let's do as he says!" Nami commands, "Please raise your sails and hang on tight to your ship!" Back on the cloud boat, Conis and Pagaya look up in surprise, saying "Hm?" and "Jooee!" The Southbird squawks loudly, "JOOEEE!"
Nami and Chopper react in shock to the Southbird's cry. Nami says, "Oh right... It's the Southbird that we brought along up here." The bird cries, "Jooee! Jooee! Jooee!" Chopper translates, "It said, 'Don't forget me!'" Suddenly, the Merry drops sharply. Usopp screams, "W-WHAT!? AGHH!" Robin, Zoro, and Sanji brace themselves. Robin asks, "READY!?" Zoro replies, "ALRIGHT, GUYS!" Luffy smiles widely and says, "Oh right! Once we get down from here, We can start new adventures!" Nami looks at the Log Pose on her wrist and says, "Alright then, captain... The log's set and pointing for our next island!" Conis yells from behind them, "PLEASE BE CAREFUL DURING THE FALL!" The crew cheers as the Merry goes over the edge, shouting, "AYE-AYE! DOWN TO THE BLUE SEAS WE GO!"
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The Going Merry plunges off the edge of the cloud waterfall, falling straight down. A voice asks, "The fall?" Someone shouts, "LEAP!" The crew screams in terror as the ship plummets. Usopp and Chopper yell, "HESO!" The ship falls rapidly through the thick clouds, surrounded by the roaring sound of the wind.
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Conis blows sharply into a whistle. She says, "OCTOPUS BALLOON! Sky Island's famous... HERE IT COMES! INHALE..." A small, spotted octopus suddenly appears near the falling ship and begins to inflate rapidly, sucking in air. The crew reacts in absolute shock and panic. Usopp screams, "AGH! UGH! SON OF A... AN OCTOPUS! AGHHH!"
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The crew looks up in amazement. Usopp points and yells, "GUYS, LOOK! IT'S AMAZING!" Luffy looks confused, "AH! W-WHA..." The small octopus has inflated into a massive hot air balloon, its tentacles holding onto the Going Merry, slowing their descent. Voices cry out, "It's a balloon! WHAT IS THIS!? I... I THOUGHT FOR SURE I WAS A GONER... We slowed down... WHOA! THIS IS SOOOO COOL!"
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The giant octopus balloon floats gently down through the clouds, carrying the Going Merry safely. The sound of a bell ringing echoes through the air. Close-up panels show the crew's reactions. Nami, Usopp, Chopper, and Sanji are all smiling and laughing in relief. Luffy grins widely, Zoro looks up with a slight smile, and Robin smiles softly. The ringing sound continues to resonate around them.
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The octopus balloon continues its descent. Voices shout, "WE HAVE TO MAKE IT REACH OUR SAVIOURS! RING IT HARDER! HAVE A SAFE TRIP DOWN TO THE BLUE SEAS!" In Shandora, the Shandia and Skypieans are working together to ring the giant golden bell. Wyper yells as he pulls the rope. Aisa cheers joyfully, throwing her arms up. Voices call out, "COME AGAIN SOME TIME! THANKS FOR EVERYTHING! LUFFY! SEE YOU AGAIN!" The massive bell rings out loudly, sending its sound across the sky.
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Gan Fall, Wyper, Aisa, and Raki stand together, looking up at the sky. Caption boxes read: "Was it a dream or reality? God's country above the clouds... The sky visible upon an upwards glance..." Wyper sits quietly by the Kalgara statue. Captions continue: "Upon concentration, the bell becomes audible. 10,000 meters above the sky." The giant snake Nola looks up at the sky, listening. Captions conclude: "And it will ring again tomorrow. It rings again today,"
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On the deck of the Going Merry, Zoro relaxes with his hands behind his head. Nami and Sanji stand nearby, looking out. Caption boxes read: "Wandering over lands, Ringing across skies," The giant octopus balloon floats peacefully down through the clouds. Voices say, "Ahhh... This feels so pleasant. Haha! This is nice." A caption box reads: "Proudly," The balloon continues to float down, accompanied by flying birds. The final caption box reads: "Does it sing."
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An SBS (Shitsumon o Boshu Suru) corner page. A reader asks if the "Conine" medicine made by Montblanc Noland really exists, noting they found "quinine" in a dictionary. Oda confirms it exists and is effective against malaria, but says the "tree fever" in the story is fictional to avoid upsetting topics. Another reader asks if the character Aisa was named after a bird they found in an animal book. Oda confirms he uses a bird book for girls' names. A third reader asks for profiles or messages from the anime voice actors, specifically mentioning Kazuya Nakai (Zoro's VA). Oda says many people ask for this and he will think about it.
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Discussion
Straw Hats are on the Going Merry sailing above Skypiea lower floor.
p7Crew discusses dividing and spending gold treasure.
p8The Going Merry approaches Cloud End gate.
p8Crew reflects on departure from Skypiea.
p9Crew bids farewell to Conis and Pagaya at Cloud End.
p9Going Merry starts descent from white sea.
p10Southbird panics and falls during departure.
p10Log pose activates for next destination.
p10Crew prepares for fall from Cloud End.
p11Going Merry falls from Cloud End toward blue sea.
p11Crew experiences chaotic descent through clouds.
p12Nami activates an octopus balloon using a small flute instrument.
p12The octopus balloon inflates rapidly in the sky above the crew.
p13The octopus balloon carries the ship steadily through the sky.
p13The balloon has a black spotted pattern on its body.
p14The crew shows individual close-up expressions of joy during the descent.
p15The crew departs Sky Island aboard the octopus balloon.
p15Island inhabitants wave goodbye as the ship descends.
p16Scene is set 10,000 meters above the sky.
p16Ancient ruins of a city float among clouds.
p16A giant golden bell is located within the ruins.
p17The giant bell produces a deep ringing sound that carries across the sky.
p17Characters react positively to the bell's tone.
What is said, page by page
p0Caption states the marine cooks who came to buy milk are Moda's parents.
p1Voices express shock that saviors ran off the island without accepting thanks.
p1Pierre's group notes the departure felt uncaring toward local feelings.
p1Question raised whether the group understood the offered gratitude.
p2Voices comment that the saviors left without proper goodbye.
p2Aisa says she wants to stretch her body like Luffy.
p2Raki tells Aisa she must keep the secret and grow her hair to look pretty.
p3Aisa laughs while Raki tells her to stop moving.
p3Warrior states the duty of Shandia has been fulfilled at last.
p3Another warrior addresses Great warrior Kalgar.
p4Stern spiky-haired warrior states there is no longer need for future generations to shed blood, serious tone in close-up.
p4Tattooed headband man with cigarette says the wish has likely reached a dear friend, calm and reflective mood.
p4Background voices declare the war is over but pride remains, determined group intent.
p4Voices swear to extinguish the flame of Shandora ever again, resolute and unified context.
p5Voice declares a free mercenary and knight of the sky identity, proud declaration.
p5Wolf-like warrior argues Vearth cannot be owned by one person and questions legitimacy after war, serious debate tone.
p5Winged woman responds that the city originally belonged to the speaker's people, surprised and questioning mood.
p5Crowd voices call the figure a pillar and reference God, supportive and reverent context.
p6Voices identify the armored man as the one who wracked his brain on the war and the uniting pillar, declarative tone.
p6Older bearded man pleads for return to the seat of God to support the wounded country, earnest request.
p6Crowd chants Gan Fall repeatedly with enthusiastic support and calls for him as God, celebratory mood.
p7Luffy cheers about wanting books and a strange statue, energetic and playful mood.
p7Nami plans to look for fridge items, practical intent.
p7Usopp insists on buying cannons to increase firepower, excited and tactical tone.
p7Chopper requests medical books from other countries, eager context.
p7Sanji asks for more booze, casual request.
p7Robin comments on the statue, curious observation.
p8Luffy yells with excitement about descending from the sky.
p8Usopp notes it is time to say goodbye to the white seas.
p8Sanji finds it hard to say goodbye to the sky.
p8Zoro observes they are about to leave the area.
p8Nami questions the upcoming descent.
p8Robin sighs quietly while watching the gate.
p8Chopper recalls sky island experiences with mixed feelings.
p9Luffy shouts goodbye to Conis, Pagaya, and Southbird.
p9Crew thanks Conis and Pagaya for their help.
p9Conis wishes the crew to stay safe.
p9Zoro responds affirmatively to the departure.
p9Usopp warns about the steep 7000m slope ahead.
p9Nami notes the ship is about to speed up.
p9Sanji orders sails raised for the descent.
p10Southbird cries out not to be forgotten.
p10Luffy recalls bringing the Southbird along.
p10Crew reacts with shock to the bird's fall.
p10Luffy declares excitement for new adventures below.
p10Log pose sets direction for next island.
p10Crew cheers readiness for the descent.
p11Crew screams during the steep fall.
p11Distant voice calls out the leap from above.
p11Someone questions the ongoing fall.
p12Nami announces the octopus balloon technique name with excited intent while playing the flute.
p12Nami calls out that the famous Sky Island item is arriving.
p12Luffy and crew members shout in shock and surprise at the giant balloon looming overhead.
p13Crew member shouts that the sight is amazing with excited tone.
p13Characters react with surprise calling it a balloon and questioning its nature.
p13One character expresses relief at surviving and notes the descent slowing.
p13Crew expresses collective amazement at the cool floating effect.
p14Large celebratory SFX echo across the sky indicating group excitement.
p14Crew members display ecstatic and joyful reactions to the balloon ride.
p15Nami urges harder flute ringing to reach the saviors with determined tone.
p15Gan Fall wishes the crew a safe trip down to the blue seas.
p15Island group calls for the crew to visit again with friendly intent.
p15Luffy and crew shout thanks and farewell messages while waving.
p15Voices from the ship and island exchange parting words.
p16Narration questions whether the floating city is a dream or reality while describing God's country above the clouds.
p16Narration states that concentration makes the giant bell audible.
p16Narration notes the bell will ring again tomorrow.
p16Narration confirms the bell rings again today.
p17Narration describes the bell wandering over lands and ringing across skies.
p17Narration states the bell rings proudly and sings.
p17Man with spotted hat laughs that the ringing is nice.