Ch. 281Nine Devil Fruits' Distribution
Key Plot Points and Events
- Jinbe visits Xianuo to apologize for the Arlong incident and bids farewell before leaving the Curtain Call.
- Xianuo considers how to distribute nine Devil Fruits collected from Whole Cake Island.
- Xianuo summons Curtain Call executives to choose from eight Devil Fruits, excluding the Rumble-Rumble Fruit.
Character Developments
- Jinbe shows remorse for the Arlong incident and gratitude for Xianuo's forgiveness.
- Xianuo demonstrates his strategic thinking in distributing Devil Fruits to maximize their utilization.
- Tashigi decides to break free from her prejudices and chooses the Sand-Sand Fruit to enhance her strength.
- Bepo decides to choose the White Tiger Fruit to boost his physical abilities.
Significant Themes
- The importance of forgiveness and moving on from the past (Jinbe's character arc).
- The strategic use of resources and abilities to maximize potential (Xianuo's decision-making).
- The exploration of new paths to strengthen oneself (Tashigi and Bepo's decisions).
Character Interactions
- Jinbe and Xianuo discuss the Arlong incident and Jinbe's departure from the Curtain Call.
- Xianuo and his executives discuss and choose Devil Fruits, with notable interactions between Tashigi, Zoro, and Sanji.
- Tashigi and Zoro have a tense exchange regarding their views on swordsmanship and Devil Fruits.