Ch. 21The Look Had to Be Impressive, Something Different
Key Plot Points and Events
- Chaos leaves the Tropical Grand Hotel, feeling empowered by the fear and envy of the pirates.
- Zebra Killer, now free from his golden coffin and chains, threatens Chaos before fleeing.
- A Marine warship, led by Rear Admiral Sakazuki, pursues and destroys a pirate ship, leaving no survivors.
Character Developments
- Chaos: Confident in his abilities, he lets Zebra Killer go, believing he can handle any potential retaliation. He values his reputation and has high standards for himself.
- Zebra Killer: After being freed, he harbors resentment and vows revenge against Chaos.
- Sakazuki: Demonstrates his ruthless efficiency and indifference to life as he annihilates a pirate crew.
Significant Themes
- Power and Reputation: Chaos revels in the fear and respect he commands, while Sakazuki's power instills terror in pirates and even some Marines.
- Revenge: Both Zebra Killer and the pursued pirates seek vengeance against their pursuers.
- Indifference to Life: Sakazuki's casual destruction of the pirate crew highlights his disregard for life.
Character Interactions
- Chaos and Zebra Killer: Their interaction is tense, with Zebra Killer threatening Chaos upon being freed, and Chaos displaying confidence in his ability to handle any retaliation.
- Sakazuki and the Pirates: Sakazuki's pursuit and destruction of the pirate ship showcases his dominance and ruthlessness, while the pirates plead for their lives in vain.
- Sakazuki and the Marines: The Marines admire Sakazuki's strength but also express frustration at his missions' lack of profit and his indifference to their safety.