Ch. 61Ready to Set Sail!
Key Plot Points and Events
- Lowett's recruitment of former enemy pirates (Wallace, Agin, and the Black Knights) aboard the Leviathan.
- The Leviathan's disobedience and the Butler's struggle to control it.
- Lowett's decision to bypass Momonga and Loguetown by diving underwater with the Leviathan.
Character Developments
- Wallace: Becomes more cautious and vigilant due to Lowett's mysterious methods and the new crew members.
- Agin (Sergeant): Gains confidence in his role as a strategist and commander under Lowett's respect for his skills.
- Lowett: Shows his decisive and bold nature, valuing efficiency and respecting courage and conviction in others.
Significant Themes
- The power dynamics and manipulation among pirates, the Navy, and the World Government.
- The struggle between justice and violence, as seen in Momonga's internal conflict.
- The theme of deception and manipulation, with Lowett outsmarting the Navy and Momonga.
Character Interactions
- Wallace and Lowett: Wallace feels a growing sense of unease and mystery around Lowett, while Lowett respects Wallace's navigation skills.
- Agin and Lowett: Agin finds his role and confidence under Lowett, who values his strategic abilities and allows him to speak freely.
- Momonga and Akainu: Momonga receives a stern reprimand from Akainu for his failures and is ordered to send Lowett to the Grand Line with force.