Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Gorosei arrive at the Sky Garden, summoning four monsters and transforming into monstrous forms themselves using Mythical Zoan Devil Fruits.
• The Gorosei reveal their Devil Fruit abilities: Saint Nusjuro (Horse Bone), Saint Mars (It's True Heaven), Saint Peter (Sandworm), Saint Warcury (Fengxi), and Saint Saturn (Gyuuki).
• Kizaru and Saint Nusjuro attack Whitebeard the Second and Storm respectively, marking the start of intense combat.

Character Developments

• Robin is shocked and frightened to recognize the Gorosei, who were involved in the Ohara incident.
• Storm and Whitebeard the Second show determination and readiness to face the Gorosei and Admirals.

Significant Themes

• The power and danger of Devil Fruits, particularly Mythical Zoan types.
• The World Government's true power and intentions.
• The consequences of revealing one's abilities and information, as seen with Saint Mars's feather incident.

Character Interactions

• The Gorosei and Admirals work together to attack their respective targets.
• Robin interacts with the Gorosei, revealing her recognition of them and her fear.
• Storm and Whitebeard the Second face off against the Gorosei and Kizaru, showcasing their readiness and determination.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Saint Nusjuro attacks Storm with the First Generation Onigiri, but Storm blocks it with a single punch, revealing his immense strength.
• Storm uses Observation Haki to try and read Saint Nusjuro's thoughts about the Gorosei's "remote summoning" ability, but encounters resistance.
• The other Gorosei attack Storm. Saint Warcury, transformed into a Fengxi, uses a "Conqueror's Haki roar" to disrupt Storm's Observation Haki.
• Storm counterattacks, using his full power to deliver a "Peerless Conqueror's Fist" that destroys Saint Warcury's head, but doesn't kill him.

Character Developments

• Storm demonstrates his incredible strength and speed, as well as his ability to use Observation Haki to read thoughts.
• Saint Nusjuro realizes the extent of Storm's power and becomes cautious.
• Saint Warcury shows his powerful defensive capabilities, but is ultimately defeated by Storm.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between the Gorosei and Storm, with Storm's strength being revealed as superior.
• The use of Observation Haki and its limitations, as Storm encounters resistance when trying to read Saint Nusjuro's thoughts.

Character Interactions

• Storm and Saint Nusjuro engage in a battle of strength and will, with Storm attempting to read Nusjuro's thoughts and Nusjuro trying to resist.
• Storm faces off against Saint Warcury, demonstrating his overwhelming power.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Dawn Pirates, led by Storm, ambush and defeat the Gorosei (World Government's highest authority) in the Sky Garden.
• Each Dawn Pirate member targets a Gorosei, using their unique abilities to incapacitate or capture them.
• Storm uses the 'Door-Door Ring' to imprison the captured Gorosei in individual pocket dimensions.

Character Developments

• Storm demonstrates strategic planning and leadership, orchestrating the Dawn Pirates' surprise attack.
• Clown showcases the power of the Doge Dogen no Mi, transforming Gorosei into dolls.
• Natsu exhibits his strength and skill, using the 'Dragon's Iron Fist' to destroy It's True Heaven.
• Ichi, Joan, and the others display their Devil Fruit powers, effectively countering the Gorosei's abilities.

Significant Themes

• Power Dynamics: The Dawn Pirates challenge the World Government's authority by defeating the Gorosei.
• Teamwork and Strategy: The Dawn Pirates work together, using their unique abilities to counter the Gorosei's strengths.
• Adaptability: The Dawn Pirates adapt to the Gorosei's abilities, finding ways to counter and capture them.

Character Interactions

• Storm leads the Dawn Pirates, issuing orders and coordinating their actions.
• Clown and Natsu work together to take down It's True Heaven.
• Ichi, Joan, and others team up to capture Saint Peter and Saint Saturn.
• The Dawn Pirates demonstrate camaraderie and trust in their abilities, working seamlessly as a team.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Storm confronts and defeats Saint Nusjuro, the last Gorosei member, using his superior strength and Armament Haki.
• Saint Nusjuro's head is restored after being blown apart, suggesting an 'immortality' ability.
• Storm attempts to read Saint Nusjuro's memories but is blocked by an unknown power, likely Imu's influence.
• Storm locks Saint Nusjuro in a 'void prison' created by the Door-Door Ring.
• Kizaru appears, and Storm reveals that Imu is the true master of the World Government's Throne of the Sky.
• Storm orders Kizaru to return to Marineford and await further instructions.

Character Developments

• Storm demonstrates his overwhelming strength and power, defeating the Gorosei with ease.
• Saint Nusjuro shows fear and shock when Storm mentions Imu, revealing his loyalty and awareness of her existence.
• Kizaru expresses fear and surprise at the Dawn Pirates' strength and learns about Imu's existence.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between the World Government and the pirates, with Storm's actions challenging the World Government's authority.
• The mystery surrounding Imu's identity and her connection to the Gorosei's abilities.
• The theme of 'immortality' and its limitations, as seen with Saint Nusjuro's head regeneration.

Character Interactions

• Storm and Saint Nusjuro: A one-sided battle where Storm shows no mercy, and Saint Nusjuro is unable to resist.
• Storm and Kizaru: Storm gives Kizaru orders and reveals information about Imu, showing Kizaru's subordination to Storm.
• Storm and Imu: An indirect interaction through Saint Nusjuro, with Storm attempting to communicate with Imu and her avoiding him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Storm uses his [Clay Fruit] powers to restore the Sky Garden's land.
• Blackbeard Teach, captured and shackled, is brought to the Execution Platform.
• Storm reveals the existence of the Pirate King's treasure and the Road Poneglyphs leading to Raftel.
• Blackbeard Teach is executed by Storm.
• Storm declares the end of the Great Pirate Era.

Character Developments

• Storm demonstrates his power and influence by executing Blackbeard and revealing the secrets of the One Piece treasure.
• Blackbeard Teach, despite his defiance, is ultimately defeated and executed.

Significant Themes

• The end of an era (Great Pirate Era).
• The pursuit of the One Piece treasure and its impact on the world.
• The power dynamics between pirates, the World Government, and the Marines.

Character Interactions

• Storm and Blackbeard Teach: Their interaction is one of power and submission, with Blackbeard attempting to bargain for his life and Storm ultimately executing him.
• Storm and the sea viewers: Storm's speech and actions are broadcasted to the world, influencing the reactions and emotions of pirates, civilians, and marines alike.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The execution broadcast of Blackbeard ends, marking the end of the Great Pirate Era.
• The New Marines gather to discuss the impact of the broadcast and the rise of the White Dragon Emperor as the new Pirate King.
• Zephyr, the New Marine Fleet Admiral, believes the Great Pirate Era has ended due to the White Dragon Emperor's claim on the final island and treasure.

Character Developments

• Zephyr: Shows concern about the White Dragon Emperor's rise as the Pirate King, questioning who made him the Pirate King.
• Momonga: Reflects on the White Dragon Emperor's true identity and the implications of his actions.
• Sengoku: Regrets letting the White Dragon Emperor become a pirate and questions if he's part of the New Marines.

Significant Themes

• The end of the Great Pirate Era and the rise of a new Pirate King.
• The impact of the White Dragon Emperor's actions on the balance of power in the One Piece world.
• The tension between the New and Old Marines, and the potential for conflict or reconciliation.

Character Interactions

• Zephyr, Aokiji, and Fujitora discuss the White Dragon Emperor's rise as the Pirate King.
• Sengoku, Garp, and Tsuru discuss the White Dragon Emperor's potential connection to the New Marines.
• Zephyr and Momonga share a moment of understanding regarding the White Dragon Emperor's true identity.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Storm beheads Blackbeard, absorbs his Dark-Dark Fruit, and examines it.
• He reflects on the [Dark-Dark Fruit]'s history and decides to keep it.
• Storm takes Whitebeard's lifespan, transforming his Moonlight Trophy, and creates a Tremor-Tremor Fruit.
• He frees Marco from the Clown's Doge Dogen no Mi and offers him a job.

Character Developments

• Storm demonstrates his power and strategic thinking, absorbing Devil Fruits and recruiting powerful allies.
• Whitebeard remains unconscious and is now destined to "die of old age."
• Marco experiences panic and shock when his powers are suppressed by Storm.

Significant Themes

• The power and history of Devil Fruits.
• The consequences of one's actions and the concept of "just desserts" (Whitebeard's fate).
• The dynamics of recruitment and alliance-building in the pirate world.

Character Interactions

• Storm interacts with Blackbeard's corpse, reflecting on the Dark-Dark Fruit's history.
• He interacts with Whitebeard, taking his lifespan and creating a new Devil Fruit.
• Storm frees Marco and offers him a job, demonstrating his power and confidence.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Storm, the White Dragon Emperor, reveals that Charlotte Katakuri is alive and working for him.
• Storm wants to use Katakuri and Marco (as second choices) to lead pirates in the New World, aiming to capture notorious figures.
• Marco refuses to work with Storm but agrees to join forces with Katakuri to avenge the Whitebeard Pirates.
• Storm reveals he is also the Fleet Admiral of the New Marines.
• Storm introduces Yamato, Beasts Kaido's daughter and a member of the Storm Pirates, who will work with Marco and Katakuri.

Character Developments

• Marco: Stands by his principles, refusing to work with Storm but agrees to join forces with Katakuri. He prioritizes protecting Whitebeard's hometown, Sphinx Island.
• Storm: Reveals his dual identity as a Pirate Emperor and New Marine Fleet Admiral. He shows leniency towards innocent children and has a complex plan to clean up pirates in the New World.

Significant Themes

• Loyalty and betrayal: Marco's loyalty to the Whitebeard Pirates and his refusal to work with Storm, despite the consequences. Storm's use of Katakuri and Marco for his own purposes.
• Power dynamics: The relationship between the White Dragon Emperor, the New Marines, and the pirates in the New World. The struggle for influence and control.
• The Great Pirate Era: The impact of the four Red Stones on the momentum of the era and the need to clean up pirates in the New World.

Character Interactions

• Marco and Storm: Marco is hostile towards Storm due to the Whitebeard Pirates' annihilation, but Storm remains calm and tries to persuade Marco to join his plan.
• Marco and Katakuri: Marco agrees to join forces with Katakuri to avenge the Whitebeard Pirates, despite their past rivalry.
• Storm and Yamato: Storm reveals Yamato's identity and her willingness to work with Marco and Katakuri, suggesting a complex relationship between them.

• Storm uses a replicated Aokiji to encase Whitebeard's body in an ice coffin for preservation.
• Marco, grief-stricken, requests to take Whitebeard's body and those of his fallen comrades, but Storm refuses, stating that most bodies were lost at sea and Blackbeard's body holds a secret he's interested in.
• Marco insists on seeing the battlefield and searches for his comrades' bodies but finds none. He then takes Whitebeard's ice coffin and leaves for Sphinx Island.
• Storm discovers that four Gorosei, including Saint Saturn, have vanished from their prisons. Saint Nusjuro, the Financial Martial God, remains and delivers a message from Lord Imu, the Gorosei leader, requesting a conversation with Storm.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Imu, the World King, silently recalls the four Gorosei, leaving only Saint Nusjuro with Storm.
• Storm refuses to negotiate with Imu, leading to Imu's fury.
• Storm uses his Nine-Star Conqueror's Haki to interrupt Saint Nusjuro's teleportation back to Mary Geoise.
• Storm captures Saint Nusjuro and uses his Observation Haki to learn about Imu's abilities.
• Imu punishes Saint Nusjuro by aging him to death, and he drops an Eight-Star Big Trophy.
• Imu appears in the Sky Garden, ready to confront Storm.

Character Developments

• Storm: Shows his strength and determination by interrupting Imu's summon and capturing Saint Nusjuro. He also demonstrates his intelligence by using Observation Haki to learn about Imu.
• Saint Nusjuro: Dies due to Imu's punishment, revealing the power dynamics between Imu and the Gorosei.
• Imu: Shows her power and willingness to punish her subordinates, indicating her ruthlessness and authority.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and the struggle for control between characters.
• The consequences of defying authority, as seen in Saint Nusjuro's fate.
• The use of abilities and Haki to gain information and advantage.

Character Interactions

• Storm vs. Saint Nusjuro: Storm captures and interrogates Saint Nusjuro, revealing the Gorosei's secrets.
• Imu vs. Saint Nusjuro: Imu punishes Saint Nusjuro for his failure, demonstrating her power and control.
• Imu vs. Storm: Imu's appearance in the Sky Garden sets the stage for a confrontation with Storm.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Imu, the true ruler of the World Government, arrives at the Sky Garden.
• Storm and Imu engage in a fierce battle, with both displaying immense power and evenly matched abilities.
• Imu reveals her Devil Fruit power, Zoan: Hito Hito no Mi, Mythical Zoan, Model: Lilith, transforming into a demonic form.
• Storm activates the power of his Clay Fruit and the Moa Moa no Mi ring, significantly enhancing his strength and speed.
• Despite severe injuries, Imu's "immortal body" heals her instantly, revealing the truth behind the Gorosei's immortality.
• Storm defeats Imu, marking the end of the old era and the beginning of a new one.

Character Developments

• Storm: Proves his strength and power, defeating Imu and establishing himself as the new World King.
• Imu: Reveals her true form and abilities, showcasing her power but ultimately falls to Storm.

Significant Themes

• The clash of old and new eras, symbolized by Imu and Storm respectively.
• The power of Devil Fruits and their users, with both characters displaying immense abilities.
• The concept of immortality and its limitations, explored through Imu's "immortal body."

Character Interactions

• Storm and Imu: Engage in a intense battle, showcasing their power and determination. Their interaction reveals the truth about Imu's abilities and her role as the World King.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The novel, "Who Made Him the Pirate King," is completed after 173 days, with a total of 1.5 million characters.
• The author expresses mixed feelings about the completion, acknowledging the passable average subscription of 4100 but regretting the lack of content due to personal exhaustion.
• The author mentions plans to fill plot holes and repay owed updates through "Extras" and "Free" content.
• A poll is opened for the next book's theme: Pirate, Hokage, or Other.

Character Developments

• No significant character developments are mentioned in this author's note as it focuses on the novel's completion and future plans.

Significant Themes

• The author's mental and physical exhaustion is a prominent theme, influencing the novel's completion and future update plans.
• The theme of reader support and gratitude is also emphasized, with the author expressing appreciation for readers' kindness and support.

Character Interactions

• No character interactions are mentioned in this author's note as it focuses on the novel's completion and future plans.

Additional Notes

• The author updates their works with a stable volume but an unstable schedule.
• The author plans to rest before updating "Extras" and "Free" content to fill plot holes and repay owed updates.
• A poll is opened for the next book's theme, with options including Pirate, Hokage, or Other.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Storm obtains a Nine-Star Big Trophy, the Sun Trophy, after defeating Imu, the World King.
• Imu, severely injured, is imprisoned by Storm using Seastone shackles, a Sea Bubble prison, and the upgraded [Door-Door Ring].
• Storm upgrades his [Conqueror's Haki] to Nine-and-a-half Stars using the Sun Trophy and creates a [Conqueror's Haki Rope Knots] prison for Imu.

Character Developments

• Storm demonstrates his strategic thinking and respect for Imu by choosing to imprison rather than kill him to obtain multiple Ten-Star abilities.
• Imu's defeat shows his power and determination, but also his vulnerability, as he is imprisoned by Storm.

Significant Themes

• Power and its responsible use: Storm's decision to imprison Imu rather than kill him shows his understanding of the power he wields.
• Respect and honor: Storm's actions towards Imu, despite being his enemy, show respect and honor for his opponent's strength and status.

Character Interactions

• Storm and Imu: Their battle demonstrates their power and respect for each other, with Storm ultimately imprisoning Imu rather than killing him.
• Storm and Joan: Storm calls upon Joan to create a Sea Bubble prison for Imu, showing their working relationship.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Storm defeats Imu, the true World King, but keeps this information secret.
• Storm attends a victory banquet at Whole Cake Island, then immediately leaves for New Marineford.
• Storm arrives at New Marineford Headquarters, intending to eliminate the World Government's top combat power while they're weakened.
• Storm reveals his plan to capture the remaining four Gorosei at Mary Geoise.
• Storm decides to act swiftly with the Admirals, bypassing the need for a large-scale operation.

Character Developments

• Storm demonstrates his strategic thinking and decisiveness, prioritizing the capture of the Gorosei over other threats.
• Zephyr, Aokiji, and Fujitora show understanding and support for Storm's plan, indicating their trust in his abilities.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics of the Great Sea shift as Storm continues to dismantle the World Government's influence.
• The theme of swift action and decisiveness is emphasized, with Storm pushing forward despite the magnitude of his previous victories.

Character Interactions

• Storm interacts with the Admirals, displaying a calm and collected demeanor as he discusses his plans to capture the Gorosei and "deal with" the Old Marines.
• Zephyr, Aokiji, and Fujitora show respect and trust in Storm's abilities, following his lead without question.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zephyr, Aokiji, and Fujitora ride the Blue-Eyes White Dragon to Mary Geoise, reaching it in an incredibly short time.
• Storm uses his Nine-Star [Observation Haki] to locate the Gorosei and Hawk Eyes in Mary Geoise.
• Storm unleashes his Nine-and-a-half-star [Conqueror's Haki], incapacitating most of the city's inhabitants, including the World Government Commander-in-Chief, Kong.
• Storm confronts Aramaki (Ryokugyu), who defends Mary Geoise using his [Logia · Forest-Forest Fruit] ability. Storm easily defeats Aramaki with his [Conqueror's Haki].

Character Developments

• Storm demonstrates his immense power and confidence, casually dealing with powerful opponents.
• Aramaki shows loyalty to the Celestial Dragons but is quickly defeated by Storm.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and the fear it instills (Storm's [Conqueror's Haki] incapacitates most of Mary Geoise).
• Loyalty and fanaticism (Aramaki's devotion to the Celestial Dragons).

Character Interactions

• Zephyr, Aokiji, and Fujitora support Storm's decision to challenge the Gorosei.
• Storm encounters Aramaki, who defends Mary Geoise but is quickly defeated.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The "Four" Gorosei and Hawk Eyes Mihawk appear at Mary Geoise, shocked to find Storm alive.
• Storm uses his Conqueror's Haki to incapacitate the Gorosei and captures them using Moonlight Trophies.
• Storm and Hawk Eyes Mihawk have a brief confrontation, with Storm emerging victorious with a single punch.
• Storm commands the Dawn Pirates to capture the Celestial Dragons and plans to confront the New and Old Marines at Marineford.

Character Developments

• Storm demonstrates his immense power and confidence, easily defeating the Gorosei and Hawk Eyes Mihawk.
• Hawk Eyes Mihawk shows his desire to challenge Storm, seeking to measure the gap between them.

Significant Themes

• Power and dominance: Storm's overwhelming strength and confidence highlight his position as the most powerful character in the story.
• Confrontation and resolution: The upcoming clash between Storm and the Marines signifies a turning point in the story, where conflicts will be resolved.

Character Interactions

• Storm and Hawk Eyes Mihawk: Their brief exchange showcases their mutual respect and desire to test each other's strength.
• Storm and the Dawn Pirates: Storm gives them a new mission, demonstrating his leadership and trust in his crew.
• Storm and the Marines: The upcoming confrontation at Marineford will pit Storm against the New and Old Marines, setting the stage for a major conflict.