Ch. 621Great Torch of the Thunder Dragon, Clashing with the Roger Pirates
Key Plot Points and Events
- Austin is on Garp's warship, eating senbei, when Garp appears and gives him a "loving Iron Fist" bump on the head.
- Austin spots the Roger Pirates' ship on the horizon and decides to observe them cautiously.
- The Roger Pirates are disappointed to learn that Austin has joined Garp's crew. They encounter a storm with a thunder dragon, which they manage to evade using Conqueror's Haki.
Character Developments
- Austin shows curiosity about the Roger Pirates but also caution, deciding not to board their ship.
- The Roger Pirates express their disappointment at not being able to recruit Austin. Roger shows his strength and leadership by protecting his crew from the thunder dragon.
Significant Themes
- The power of Conqueror's Haki is demonstrated through Roger's ability to control the storm and lightning.
- Austin's curiosity and caution highlight his strategic thinking and self-preservation instincts.
Character Interactions
- Austin and Garp's interaction is brief but shows Garp's affectionate roughness towards Austin.
- The Roger Pirates' interaction reveals their disappointment at not recruiting Austin and their unity in facing the storm together.