Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Luffy wakes up after the battle with Sade and learns that Sade has left Fish-Man Island with Shirahoshi and some Fish-Man warriors in Noah, heading for the New World.
• The World Government has launched a Buster Call on Sade's group.
• The Straw Hat Pirates learn about the devastating power of a Buster Call from Robin's experience in Ohara.
• In the New World, a vast Marine fleet led by Fujitora and a mysterious man awaits the arrival of Sade's group.

Character Developments

• Luffy shows concern for Sade's safety and is determined to help him.
• Robin recalls the tragic event in Ohara, revealing her past and the power of a Buster Call.
• King Neptune shows understanding of the power struggle behind Sade's journey and has faith in Mr. Austin's backing.

Significant Themes

• The power struggle among the world's top figures and its impact on the lives of ordinary people.
• The devastating consequences of the World Government's ultimate violent means, the Buster Call.
• The Straw Hat Pirates' determination to help their friends in need.

Character Interactions

• Luffy and the Straw Hat Pirates express concern for Sade's safety and discuss how to help him.
• King Neptune shares his understanding of the situation with the Straw Hat Pirates and expresses his faith in Mr. Austin.
• Robin shares her past experience with the Straw Hat Pirates, revealing the true power of a Buster Call.
• Fujitora and the mysterious man await the arrival of Sade's group, hinting at an impending confrontation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Marine Admiral Issho (Fujitora) leads a Buster Call operation near the New World entrance.
• The mission involves capturing a pirate known as "Dark Sun," with no known crimes but a 1.1 billion Berry bounty.
• Fujitora and CP0 agent Rob Lucci discuss the operation; Lucci reveals the island cluster was formed by a battle between "Black Gun" and "Whitebeard" in their youth.

Character Developments

• Fujitora is introduced as a Marine Admiral with powerful Observation Haki, rivaling the world's strongest user, "Black Gun" Austin.
• Fujitora is shown to be introspective and questioning of the motives behind the operation, unlike the typical obedient Marine Admiral.
• Rob Lucci is revealed to have joined CP0 after his defeat by the Straw Hat Pirates.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between the World Government, the Marines, and the pirates.
• The mysterious past of the One Piece world, hinted at through the battle that formed the island cluster.
• The questioning of authority and orders, represented by Fujitora's curiosity about the operation's true purpose.

Character Interactions

• Fujitora and Rob Lucci have a tense interaction, with Lucci refusing to reveal the operation's purpose and Fujitora showing disdain for CP0's methods.
• Fujitora shows concern for his soldiers, trying to reassure a nervous recruit before the operation.
• Fujitora and Lucci work together, albeit reluctantly, to begin the operation on the island cluster.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fujitora and Lucci lead the Marines in preparing to intercept Sade's advance towards the New World.
• Sade arrives on the colossal ship Noah, causing massive waves and aftershocks.
• Fujitora uses his Gravity Fruit to stabilize the sea and reveal Noah's true form.
• Fujitora decides to end the battle quickly by summoning a meteor from space using his sword.

Character Developments

• Fujitora demonstrates his calm and strategic thinking, even in the face of overwhelming odds.
• Lucci shows his cold and aggressive nature, eager to confront Sade.
• Sade remains unfazed and confident, even when surrounded by Marine forces.
• Shirahoshi is revealed to be part of Sade's crew, using her Mermaid Fruit powers.

Significant Themes

• The power of Devil Fruits and their potential for destruction.
• The vastness and danger of the New World.
• The determination and resolve of the Marines in the face of powerful enemies.

Character Interactions

• Fujitora and Lucci work together as commanders, with Fujitora taking the lead in battle strategy.
• Sade directly addresses Fujitora, ignoring Lucci, showing his awareness of Fujitora's strength.
• Shirahoshi interacts with Sade, showing her loyalty and obedience to him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Austin, riding a giant bird, arrives at Punk Hazard after the "Black and White Island War," where Sade, a young Giant, has caused significant destruction and earned a 1.6 billion Belly bounty.
• Austin plans to visit Punk Hazard to deal with Caesar and obtain the Fish-Fish Fruit from Momonosuke.
• He encounters Kuina, Zoro's childhood friend, at an experimental site on Punk Hazard.

Character Developments

• Austin shows concern for Shirahoshi's safety due to Sade's troublemaking nature and arrogance.
• Kuina has followed Austin's teachings to become stronger, seeking battles with powerful opponents to improve her skills.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of strength through combat, as per Austin's "Master Teacher" theory.
• The consequences of one's actions on others, as seen in Sade's impact on the environment and potential effects on Shirahoshi.

Character Interactions

• Austin and Kuina reunite after many years, with Austin providing Kuina with a cloak to protect her from the cold.
• Austin questions Kuina about her desire to become stronger, hinting at his intention to help her grow.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Austin and Kuina arrive at Punk Hazard, where Austin intends to help Kuina become stronger.
• The Straw Hat Crew arrives at Punk Hazard to investigate the captured children.
• They encounter Kin'emon and split into groups to escape and fight against the Marines.
• Law, now a Shichibukai, confronts the Marines but is disrupted by Sanji's group's presence.
• Austin and Kuina appear suddenly, and Kuina's body is swapped with Law's.

Character Developments

• Kuina: Struggles with her weak physical condition but maintains her determination to become stronger, even considering using a Devil Fruit.
• Austin: Shows his playful side by teasing Kuina and his serious side by discussing her growth as a swordsman.
• Law: Demonstrates his power and nonchalance towards the Marines, but his plans are disrupted by Sanji's group.

Significant Themes

• Determination vs. Limitations: Kuina's determination to become stronger despite her physical limitations.
• Power and Respect: Austin's respect for Kuina's pure willpower and determination.
• Disruption of Plans: Law's plans are disrupted by the Straw Hat Crew's presence.

Character Interactions

• Austin and Kuina: Austin teases Kuina about her running nose, then discusses her growth and potential solutions to her weakness.
• Law and the Marines: Law confronts the Marines, showing his power and disregard for their presence.
• Law and Sanji's Group: Law's plans are disrupted by Sanji's group, leading to a sudden appearance by Austin and Kuina.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Austin and Kuina arrive at the research institute using warping.
• Austin senses an incoming power and activates a body swap with Law using the Ope Ope no Mi.
• Sanji, Nami, and others also get swapped due to the power's area of effect.
• Kuina, now in Austin's body, unleashes immense power, causing an earthquake and shocking everyone on Punk Hazard.

Character Developments

• Austin remains calm and composed despite the body swap, showing curiosity about inhabiting a woman's body.
• Kuina, in Austin's body, is overwhelmed by his power and becomes excited, unleashing a massive display of strength.
• Law is shocked and fearful upon realizing he's swapped bodies with Austin.
• Sanji and Nami are surprised and confused by their body swaps.

Significant Themes

• Power and control: Austin's body exhibits immense power, challenging the limits of human capability.
• Identity and perception: Characters grapple with their new bodies and the changes in their appearances and abilities.
• Consequences of actions: Law's attempt to use the Ope Ope no Mi backfires, leading to unexpected consequences.

Character Interactions

• Austin and Kuina maintain their dynamic, with Kuina admiring Austin's power and following his lead.
• Law is intimidated by Austin, even in Kuina's body.
• Sanji and Nami interact with each other in their swapped bodies, expressing disbelief and confusion.
• The Straw Hat Crew, Law, and the Marines react with shock and awe to Kuina's display of power in Austin's body.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tashigi's doppelganger, controlled by Austin's consciousness, appears before Smoker and the Marines.
• Law reveals his Devil Fruit ability and proposes an alliance with the Marines to defeat Austin.
• Smoker, excited by the opportunity to capture the legendary pirate, engages in combat with Austin.
• Austin uses his Black Blade and Great Swordsman technique to overpower Smoker and Law's room ability.
• Austin's consciousness returns to his main body, leaving the doppelganger unconscious.

Character Developments

• Smoker shows his determination to capture Austin, prioritizing the opportunity over his subordinates' safety.
• Law reveals his Devil Fruit ability and offers an alliance, showing his desperation in dealing with Austin.
• Austin demonstrates his prowess, easily overpowering Smoker and countering Law's room ability.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between the Marines and the Worst Generation pirates.
• The desperation and determination of characters facing powerful opponents.
• The consequences of underestimating an opponent.

Character Interactions

• Smoker and Law initially clash due to Smoker's eagerness to capture Austin, but they later work together against him.
• Austin remains calm and composed throughout the fight, showing his confidence and skill.
• Kuina's doppelganger is controlled by Austin's consciousness, serving as a vessel for his combat abilities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Austin regains control of his body after using excessive Haki, which automatically dispels the Devil Fruit ability.
• Trafalgar Law survives Austin's Haki attack and realizes it's Haki that caused his ROOM space to be destroyed.
• Austin reveals he had planned to return to his body using stored Haki, even if he hadn't used Conqueror's Haki.
• Smoker and Tashigi discuss the implications of Austin's appearance at Punk Hazard.
• Caesar and Monet learn about Austin's arrival and Caesar panics initially but then realizes Austin is on their side.
• Austin meets Caesar and Monet, then leaves with Kuina. Caesar mistakes the Seagull King for Austin's helper and gets excited about his experiment's success.

Character Developments

• Austin demonstrates his control over Haki and his Observation Haki's accuracy.
• Law experiences Austin's Haki power firsthand and is impressed by his strength.
• Caesar shows his cowardice and lack of knowledge about recent events, but also his excitement and ambition regarding his experiment.
• Monet displays her calm and analytical nature, contrasting with Caesar's emotional reactions.

Significant Themes

• The power of Haki and its various applications.
• The consequences of excessive use of power.
• The impact of Austin's presence and actions on others.

Character Interactions

• Austin and Law: They acknowledge each other's strength, with Law expressing awe at Austin's calmness and power.
• Austin and Caesar: Austin asks Caesar a question but doesn't wait for the answer, leaving Caesar confused.
• Caesar and Monet: Caesar panics initially but then gets excited about his experiment, while Monet remains calm and analytical.
• Smoker and Tashigi: They discuss the implications of Austin's appearance, showing their concern and awareness of the situation's gravity.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Austin finds a Pink Dragon Fruit, a replica of the Azure Dragon Fruit, in Vegapunk's old laboratory.
• Kuina eats the Pink Dragon Fruit, transforming into a powerful pink dragon-human hybrid form.
• The Straw Hat Crew and Law form an alliance to fight Caesar and the Donquixote Family on Dressrosa Island.
• Law encounters Vergo, a Marine Vice Admiral, who holds Law's heart and reveals he learned Haki from Austin.

Character Developments

• Kuina gains immense strength and physical prowess after eating the Pink Dragon Fruit, bridging the gap with Zoro.
• Law is determined to destroy SAD and take revenge on Doflamingo.
• Vergo reveals his Haki abilities, taught by Austin, and his loyalty to Doflamingo.

Significant Themes

• The power of Devil Fruits and their potential to greatly enhance one's abilities.
• The importance of Haki in One Piece, as demonstrated by Vergo's strength.
• The consequences of one's actions and past, as seen in Law's pursuit of revenge and Doflamingo's reaction to Corazon's name.

Character Interactions

• Austin guides Kuina in eating the Pink Dragon Fruit, helping her gain immense power.
• Law and Vergo face off, with Vergo revealing his loyalty to Doflamingo and his Haki abilities.
• Smoker attempts to fight Vergo but is easily defeated, highlighting the power gap between them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Smoker and Vergo engage in a battle using Armament Haki, with Vergo dominating due to his superior Haki and training from Austin.
• Law intervenes, defeats Vergo using his Room ability, and returns the heart to Law.
• Austin appears, revives Vergo, and expresses admiration for Law's strategy.

Character Developments

• Vergo: Demonstrates exceptional Haki and combat skills, but ultimately loses to Law. Shows loyalty to Doflamingo and respect for Austin.
• Law: Proves his strategic prowess by defeating Vergo using a combination of his Room ability and psychological warfare.
• Austin: Reveals his admiration for Law's tactics and appreciation for loyal, tough individuals like Vergo.

Significant Themes

• The power of Haki and its importance in battles.
• The influence of Austin on the "Golden Generation Vice Admirals" and his impact on the One Piece world.
• The use of strategy and psychological warfare in combat.

Character Interactions

• Vergo vs. Smoker: Vergo dominates the fight due to his superior Haki and training.
• Law vs. Vergo: Law uses his Room ability and psychological warfare to defeat Vergo.
• Austin and Vergo: Austin admires Vergo's loyalty and toughness but acknowledges Law's strategic victory.
• Austin and Law: Austin expresses admiration for Law's tactics, hinting at future interactions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Austin and Vergo discuss Law's Devil Fruit ability; Austin reveals Law tricked Vergo into believing he was immobilized.
• Vergo, impressed by Austin's strength and granted a second life, pledges allegiance to him.
• On the Thousand Sunny, Luffy and his crew discuss Austin's power and Law's defeat.
• Momonosuke, now castrated and afraid, recognizes Austin's name and fears for his life.
• Doflamingo, enraged, flies to Punk Hazard and captures Smoker.

Character Developments

• Vergo: Realizes his mistake in underestimating Law, accepts defeat, and chooses to serve Austin.
• Momonosuke: Loses his libido and desire for women after castration, fears Austin due to his past actions.

Significant Themes

• The power of observation and awareness (Austin seeing through Law's trick, Vergo's realization).
• The consequences of underestimating opponents (Vergo's defeat).
• Fear and its impact on characters (Momonosuke's reaction to Austin's name).

Character Interactions

• Austin and Vergo: Austin reveals Law's trick to Vergo, leading to Vergo's allegiance.
• Luffy and his crew: They discuss Austin's power and Law's defeat.
• Kin'emon and Momonosuke: Kin'emon remains oblivious to Momonosuke's castration and fears.
• Doflamingo and Smoker: Doflamingo captures Smoker out of rage.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Marines, led by Vice Admiral Smoker, are rescuing soldiers after the Straw Hat Pirates' departure.
• Smoker reports Doflamingo's actions to Marine Headquarters, involving "Black Gun" Austin.
• Doflamingo appears, attacking and wounding Smoker.
• Kuzan arrives, freezing Doflamingo. Later, an unknown figure (implied to be Austin) appears, freezing Kuzan.
• Buffalo and Baby-5 recognize the figure as "Lord Austin."

Character Developments

• Smoker: Shows determination against Doflamingo but is severely injured.
• Doflamingo: Demonstrates arrogance and ruthlessness, revealing the World Government's tolerance of his actions.
• Kuzan: Remains calm and composed, defends Smoker, and faces the unknown figure.
• Austin (implied): Revealed to be an acquaintance of Doflamingo and Kuzan, possesses immense power and oppressive aura.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and corruption within the World Government and Marines.
• Loyalty and betrayal, as seen in Kuzan's defection and Doflamingo's actions.
• The consequences of challenging authority, shown through Smoker's injury and Doflamingo's reaction.

Character Interactions

• Smoker vs. Doflamingo: Smoker is outmatched and injured by Doflamingo.
• Kuzan vs. Doflamingo: Kuzan freezes Doflamingo to save Smoker.
• Kuzan vs. Unknown Figure (implied to be Austin): Kuzan is frozen by the unknown figure.
• Buffalo and Baby-5 vs. Austin: They recognize and show excitement towards the figure they believe is Austin.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kuzan (formerly Aokiji) confronts Austin (formerly Blackbeard) on Punk Hazard.
• Kuzan uses his Ice Age ability, freezing a vast area, but Austin remains unfazed.
• Austin reveals his Space Quake ability, demonstrating immense power.
• Doflamingo watches the fight from a distance, intending to intervene but is stopped by an unknown figure.

Character Developments

• Kuzan shows determination and conviction in his fight against Austin, willing to risk his life.
• Austin reveals his serious side and powerful abilities, showing respect for Kuzan as an old friend.
• Doflamingo's cunning and opportunistic nature are evident as he tries to take advantage of the situation.

Significant Themes

• The power of Haki and Devil Fruits.
• The consequences of defection from one's original organization (Marines).
• The importance of convictions and living in the moment (as taught by Garp to Kuzan).

Character Interactions

• Kuzan and Austin's long-standing friendship and rivalry are highlighted.
• Kuzan and Doflamingo's tense relationship is evident, with Doflamingo seeing Kuzan as a mere supporting character.
• An unknown figure intervenes, showing respect and deference to Austin, addressing him as "Teacher Austin."

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kuina, Austin's disciple, intervenes in the battle between Doflamingo and Austin, revealing her Mythical Zoan Devil Fruit form.
• Austin faces Kuzan in a duel within massive icebergs, using his Observation Haki to track Kuzan's movements and Conqueror's Haki to overpower him.
• Austin throws Kuzan using his "King: Underwater Fall" technique.

Character Developments

• Kuina demonstrates her determination and skill, showing she's a formidable fighter.
• Kuzan shows resilience and unwillingness to give up, despite being overpowered by Austin.

Significant Themes

• The power of determination and will (Kuina's resolve, Kuzan's unwillingness to give up).
• The consequences of underestimating one's opponent (Doflamingo's surprise at Kuina's strength, Kuzan's struggle against Austin).

Character Interactions

• Kuina and Doflamingo: Kuina challenges Doflamingo, leading to a battle between them.
• Austin and Kuzan: Austin lectures Kuzan on the value of life while overpowering him in their duel.
• Kuina and Austin: Kuina shows her loyalty and respect for Austin, willing to fight Doflamingo to prevent him from interfering in Austin's battle.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kuzan (Aokiji) reflects on his past with Garp and his failed pursuit of Doffy (Dotol Austin).
• Kuzan and Austin engage in a prolonged, intense, and brutal hand-to-hand combat on Punk Hazard.
• Kuzan is severely injured but survives, while Austin leaves Punk Hazard.

Character Developments

• Kuzan: Struggles with his sense of justice and purpose, but his willpower and resilience are evident in his prolonged fight with Austin.
• Austin: Demonstrates his immense strength, power, and resilience, showing no signs of using his full power. He also displays a level of respect and understanding towards Kuzan.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of justice and one's purpose.
• The power dynamics and rivalries within the One Piece world.
• The bond between men, as hinted by the conversation between Kuzan and Smoker.

Character Interactions

• Kuzan and Austin: Their intense fight showcases their mutual respect and understanding, with Austin pushing Kuzan to his limits and offering him a chance to return to the Marines.
• Kuzan and Smoker: They share a moment of reflection and camaraderie after the battle, with Smoker asking about Kuzan's motives for being on Punk Hazard.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kuzan (former Admiral Aokiji) and Smoker have a conversation after Kuzan's defeat by Austin. Kuzan reveals he's no longer a Marine and plans to stop Austin's chaos.
• Kuzan leaves, determined to uphold his own sense of justice against Austin.
• Doflamingo expresses regret for not killing Kuzan, but Austin teases him about fighting the Seagull King.
• The Seagull King had previously stopped Caesar's human experiments on Punk Hazard, as ordered by Austin.

Character Developments

• Kuzan: After his defeat, Kuzan has a change of heart, deciding to leave the Marines and pursue his own sense of justice against Austin.
• Doflamingo: He expresses arrogance and regret for not killing Kuzan, but fears fighting the Seagull King.
• Seagull King: It shows loyalty to Austin, following Caesar to stop his human experiments.

Significant Themes

• Justice: Kuzan's pursuit of his own sense of justice after leaving the Marines.
• Loyalty: The Seagull King's loyalty to Austin, following Caesar to stop his experiments.
• Arrogance and Fear: Doflamingo's arrogance in wanting to kill Kuzan but fearing the Seagull King.

Character Interactions

• Kuzan and Smoker: They discuss Kuzan's change of heart and his plans to stop Austin.
• Austin and Doflamingo: Austin teases Doflamingo about fighting the Seagull King, highlighting Doflamingo's arrogance and fear.
• Seagull King and Caesar: The Seagull King stops Caesar's human experiments, showing its loyalty to Austin.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Caesar is taken away by the Straw Hat Crew.
• The Seagull King, who had previously encountered the Straw Hats, flies away without interacting.
• Doflamingo and Austin discuss Devil Fruits and arena fighting in Dressrosa.
• Austin reveals that Vergo is alive and working for him.
• Doflamingo discovers that the Float-Float Fruit has been found.
• Austin suggests offering a favor from him as a prize for the arena battle, but Doflamingo finds this too risky.
• Two young men, Sabo and Luffy, approach Dressrosa on a small boat.

Character Developments

• The Seagull King is revealed to be observing Little Mingo (Doflamingo), finding him unconcerned with his power and ambition.
• Doflamingo expresses interest in the Float-Float Fruit and plans to use it as a prize in the arena.
• Austin shows excitement about the potential arena battle and suggests offering a favor as a prize, indicating his growing influence and power.
• Sabo and Luffy are shown approaching Dressrosa, hinting at their arrival in the New World.

Significant Themes

• Power and Ambition: The Seagull King's observation of Doflamingo highlights the theme of power and ambition, with Doflamingo focusing more on his business than his strength.
• Alliances and Rivalries: Austin's revelation about Vergo and his invitation to Doflamingo to watch the arena battle suggest shifting alliances and potential rivalries.
• Growth and Preparation: The arrival of Sabo and Luffy signifies their growth and readiness to face challenges in the New World.

Character Interactions

• Austin and Doflamingo: Their interaction revolves around Devil Fruits and the potential arena battle, with Austin showing dominance and Doflamingo being cautious yet excited.
• Sabo and Luffy: Their interaction is brief but shows their unity and shared goal as they approach Dressrosa together.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ace and Sabo, after the Summit War, spend time together before Ace learns Haki and Body Technique from Sabo in Goa Kingdom.
• Ace is forbidden from being a pirate and associating with the Whitebeard Pirates by Austin, but he and Sabo head to Dressrosa after his confinement ends.
• The Revolutionary Army has business in Dressrosa, investigating Doflamingo's arms deals.
• The Straw Hat Crew arrives in Dressrosa and receives a newspaper about the arena event featuring a powerful pirate, Golden Lion Shiki.

Character Developments

• Ace has grown stronger, learning Haki and Body Technique, but is still restricted by Austin's rules.
• Sabo is now a high-ranking member of the Revolutionary Army, planning operations against Doflamingo.
• King Luffy and his crew are determined to defeat Doflamingo, even if it means walking into a trap.
• Austin is still influential and aware of the newcomers' arrival in Dressrosa, planning to involve outer-realm demons to maintain balance.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of Ace's actions during the Summit War and his restricted future.
• The Revolutionary Army's operations against crime lords like Doflamingo.
• The potential trap set by Doflamingo and the Straw Hat Crew's determination to face it.

Character Interactions

• Ace and Sabo's friendship and shared goals.
• Ace's envy of Sabo's involvement in the Revolutionary Army's operations.
• The Straw Hat Crew's reaction to the arena event and their determination to face it.
• Austin's interaction with Saint Saturn, hinting at potential involvement of outer-realm demons.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Austin receives a call from Saint Saturn, revealing the World Government's knowledge of his Joy Boy research.
• Austin nonchalantly disregards the World Government's threat and hints at Saint Saturn's potential danger from Imu.
• Austin requests Saint Saturn's assistance in sending World Government forces to Dressrosa to stir up conflict during Luffy's challenge against Doflamingo.
• Saint Saturn agrees to Austin's request and contacts Marine Headquarters to inform Ryokugyu.

Character Developments

• Austin demonstrates his nonchalance towards the World Government's threats, showcasing his confidence and disregard for their power.
• Saint Saturn reveals his fear of Imu's reaction to his Joy Boy research, hinting at his potential disloyalty to the World Government.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and the fear of consequences (Austin's disregard for the World Government, Saint Saturn's fear of Imu).
• Manipulation and control (Austin's manipulation of Saint Saturn to send forces to Dressrosa).

Character Interactions

• Austin and Saint Saturn's tense conversation reveals their mutual understanding of the power dynamics and potential consequences of their actions.
• Saint Saturn's interaction with Marine Headquarters suggests his compliance with Austin's request and his willingness to maintain the status quo.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The World Government orders the Marines to assist a Shichibukai, Doflamingo, against pirates in Dressrosa.
• Sakazuki, the Fleet Admiral, is against this order due to his disdain for pirates and preference for them eliminating each other.
• Marines' high-ranking officers discuss the situation, with Tsuru analyzing that Doflamingo's defeat is inevitable due to the tide of the times.
• Ryokugyu, a Marine Admiral, meets with Austin in Dressrosa, revealing the Marines' passive involvement in the situation.

Character Developments

• Sakazuki shows his displeasure with the World Government's orders and his disregard for pirates' lives.
• Tsuru demonstrates her wisdom and understanding of the situation, predicting Doflamingo's defeat.
• Ryokugyu shows deference to Austin's status as a Celestial Dragon, complying with the Marines' passive role in the conflict.

Significant Themes

• The Marines' disdain for pirates and their preference for letting them fight each other.
• The inevitability of change and the shifting tides of power, as exemplified by Doflamingo's impending defeat.
• The influence of Austin's status as a Celestial Dragon on the Marines' actions.

Character Interactions

• Sakazuki, Garp, and Sengoku argue over the World Government's orders and the situation in Dressrosa.
• Tsuru intervenes and asserts her authority, demanding respect and quiet from the arguing officers.
• Ryokugyu meets with Austin, revealing the Marines' passive role in the conflict and showing deference to Austin's status.