Arc 14The Summit War Intervention

Takenaka Kaguya gathered allies and trained new disciples while preparing to challenge the World Government, then attacked Mary Geoise during the Summit War. He secured Ace’s release and held off the Marines as Whitebeard’s forces retreated, just as Blackbeard arrived.

  • Takenaka Kaguya recruited Enel and revived Kuina, then trained his disciples as they faced Shanks, Mihawk, and their crew.
  • Takenaka Kaguya fought Dragon, defeated him, and reassured Zephyr that he had no plans to harm Luffy.
  • As the Summit War approached, Shiki agreed to help Whitebeard rescue Ace, while Takenaka Kaguya waited with Bullet and Issho for the battle to begin.
  • Shiki, Enel, Kuina, and Tanaka joined the fighting at Marineford, while Takenaka Kaguya confronted Imu at Mary Geoise.
  • Takenaka Kaguya forced Imu to agree to keep the Celestial Dragons from descending for ten years, then returned to Marineford as the God's Knights withdrew.
  • Takenaka Kaguya knocked Luffy unconscious, challenged Garp and Sengoku, and condemned the Marines’ service to the World Government.
  • Takenaka Kaguya broke Ace’s Seastone chains and froze Akainu, allowing Whitebeard’s crew to retreat with Ace.
  • Blackbeard arrived with escaped Impel Down prisoners, and after Kaguya wounded Shiryu, he turned his attention to Teach.
Chapters 328–352 Vol. 4 Read

Ch. 328Lies Don’t Hurt; It’s the Truth That Really Hurts

Takenaka Kaguya refused Whitebeard’s offer but promised to honor two favors, then revealed what he had learned about the World Government’s hidden leader and criticized Whitebeard’s crew’s prospects without him. After letting Whitebeard leave, Kaguya explained to his allies why they needed to find the Gomu Gomu no Mi, which he linked to Joy Boy and the Sun God Nika.

  • Takenaka Kaguya rejected Whitebeard’s proposal but reminded him that he still owed Whitebeard two favors, then described sensing a powerful figure above the Five Elders in Mary Geoise.
  • Marco boasted that Whitebeard’s crew feared no one, so Takenaka Kaguya knocked him unconscious with Conqueror’s Haki and told Whitebeard his sons would struggle to protect the crew’s territory after his death.
  • Whitebeard angrily prepared to leave with Marco, but Takenaka Kaguya stopped his attack, held Murakumogiri between his fingers, and let him depart.
  • Takenaka Kaguya told Shiki, Bullet, and Crocodile he had spared Whitebeard because their two favors remained and Whitebeard could keep the Navy occupied.
  • Takenaka Kaguya ordered his allies to seek the Gomu Gomu no Mi and explained that Joy Boy had awakened it eight hundred years earlier, revealing the power associated with Sun God Nika.

Ch. 329The Secret of the D. Clan; A Confident Crocodile

Takenaka Kaguya explained the Gomu Gomu no Mi’s history and the Will of D to his allies, then sent Crocodile to investigate Alabasta and search for the fruit. A month later, Fisher Tiger prepared to return to Fish-Man Island, but news arrived that Silvers Rayleigh had come to take the Gorgon Sisters.

  • Takenaka Kaguya told Golden Lion, Crocodile, and Bullet that the World Government had failed to obtain the Gomu Gomu no Mi for eight hundred years.
  • Takenaka Kaguya explained Nefertari D. Lily’s place in Alabasta’s history and described the Will of D’s conflict with the World Government.
  • Takenaka Kaguya identified Marshall D. Teach as a threat to Whitebeard and said Whitebeard had ignored his warning.
  • Crocodile agreed to investigate Alabasta and seek the Gomu Gomu no Mi, with Number 6 and Number 7 assigned to support him.
  • Takenaka Kaguya allowed Fisher Tiger to return to Fish-Man Island with Golden Lion and Issho, and suggested that he recruit Jinbe.
  • Fisher Tiger told Takenaka Kaguya that Silvers Rayleigh had arrived to take the Gorgon Sisters from Amazon Lily.

Ch. 330Reunion with Silvers Rayleigh and Enel

Takenaka Kaguya let Silvers Rayleigh leave after accepting his gifts, then traveled to Sky Island to recruit Enel. He defeated Gan Fall and his guards with Conqueror’s Haki, leaving Enel stunned by his power.

  • Takenaka Kaguya met Rayleigh in the banquet hall, accepted his gifts, and allowed him to take the Boa Hancock sisters away.
  • After Rayleigh left, Takenaka Kaguya and Shiki discussed the Roger Pirates, Laugh Tale, and the possibility that Roger’s destined successor would come from East Blue.
  • Issho reported that preparations were complete, and Shiki departed on the Floating Island to return rescued people to their hometowns.
  • Takenaka Kaguya left Bullet in charge of the Floating Island, traveled to Sky Island, and chased down the frightened Enel.
  • Takenaka Kaguya offered to train Enel as his son, and Enel agreed in order to survive.
  • Gan Fall arrived with his guards, but Takenaka Kaguya’s Conqueror’s Haki knocked them all unconscious.

Ch. 331Teaching Enel; Kuina’s Death

Takenaka Kaguya trained Enel on Sky Island until Enel awakened Conqueror's Haki, then took him to the Blue Sea. After visiting Shimotsuki Village, Takenaka Kaguya revived Kuina, whose heartbeat Enel sensed as the chapter ended.

  • Takenaka Kaguya reassured Crocodile after he failed to retrieve the Gomu Gomu no Mi, which Red-Haired Shanks had taken before Rayleigh and Gaban helped his crew escape.
  • Enel asked if defeating Crocodile would let him help Takenaka Kaguya, so Takenaka Kaguya continued his training.
  • Takenaka Kaguya learned that Luffy had eaten the Gomu Gomu no Mi and that Shanks had lost his arm saving him, then tested Enel by sending him to fight Nola.
  • Enel defeated Nola in a minute and awakened Conqueror's Haki, after which Takenaka Kaguya took him away from Sky Island.
  • Takenaka Kaguya brought Enel to Shimotsuki Village, retrieved Kuina's body, and used Chakra on her until Enel sensed her heartbeat.

Ch. 332Taking Kuina as a Disciple; Meeting the Straw Hat Protagonists

Takenaka Kaguya revived Kuina, encouraged her to pursue her dream of becoming the world's greatest Great Swordsman, and accepted her as his second disciple. After leaving her and Enel on a deserted island, he visited Luffy, Ace, and Sabo before confronting Arlong's Fish-Men at an estate, where his Conqueror's Haki felled everyone except Arlong.

  • Kuina woke after Takenaka Kaguya revived her, thanked him, and recognized his Cursed Blade, Red Demon.
  • Kuina asked Takenaka Kaguya whether a woman could become the world's greatest Great Swordsman, and he urged her to persevere and named powerful women who had overcome similar limits.
  • Kuina begged Takenaka Kaguya to teach her swordsmanship, and he accepted her as his second disciple.
  • Kuina returned to say goodbye to Shimotsuki Koshiro and left Wado Ichimonji with a friend before Takenaka Kaguya carried her and Enel away.
  • Takenaka Kaguya watched Luffy, Ace, and Sabo defeat a tiger, then went to an estate where Arlong and his Fish-Men were gathered.
  • Takenaka Kaguya used Conqueror's Haki to knock out every Fish-Man except Arlong.

Ch. 333Three Top-Tier Devil Fruits, Emperor of the Sea and Shichibukai (Two-in-One)

Takenaka Kaguya summoned Fisher Tiger to deal with Arlong, then returned to the New World and gave Kuina, Tanaka, and Enel powerful Devil Fruits. As he assigned mentors to the three, he and Shiki the Golden Lion discussed Red-Haired's growing challenges to the New World's powers and the World Government's early Shichibukai plan.

  • Takenaka Kaguya knocked out Arlong and his crew with Conqueror's Haki, called Fisher Tiger to Cocoyasi Village, and tied the fish-men up at Arlong Park before leaving.
  • More than a year later, Takenaka Kaguya offered Kuina, Tanaka, and Enel three top-tier Devil Fruits, and they chose the Vampire Model, Ox-Demon Model, and Rumble-Rumble Fruit, respectively.
  • Shiki the Golden Lion praised the three disciples' potential, and Takenaka Kaguya arranged for Shiki to train Kuina, Bullet to train Tanaka, and Issho to help Enel develop his fruit abilities.
  • Takenaka Kaguya and Shiki discussed Red-Haired's arrival in the New World, his battles with Kaido and Big Mom, and the emerging Four Emperors structure.
  • Takenaka Kaguya learned that the World Government had proposed an early Shichibukai plan to use pirates against the Four Emperors, while Shiki prepared for Red-Haired to challenge him.

Ch. 334A Message; The Iron Arm Pirates Appear; Mihawk Makes His Move

Takenaka Kaguya discussed the growing threats posed by Imu and Uranus while reassuring Amatsuki Toki and Olvia about Kozuki Hiyori and Robin. Meanwhile, Shanks brought the Iron Arm Pirates to the Flying Pirate Fleet’s territory, where Dracule Mihawk challenged the Floating Island and a young female Great Swordsman blocked his slash.

  • Takenaka Kaguya stopped Shiki from seeking a fight with Whitebeard, reminding him that their goal was to overthrow the World Government.
  • Takenaka Kaguya told Amatsuki Toki that Kozuki Hiyori had escaped Kaido and told Olvia that Nico Robin was being secretly protected.
  • Takenaka Kaguya reflected on Imu’s power, the Five Elders’ fear of Imu, and the danger of Uranus.
  • Shanks sailed toward the Floating Island aboard the Dreyfus with Benn Beckman, Yasopp, Lucky Roux, Hongo, and Dracule Mihawk.
  • Dracule Mihawk slashed toward the Floating Island, but a young female Great Swordsman appeared and blocked his attack.

Ch. 335Beat the Small, and the Old Will Come

Kuina, Enel, and Tanaka prepared to face Hawkeye Mihawk, Red-Haired Shanks, and Benn Beckman after Takenaka Kaguya froze the sea into a battlefield. As the fight became unavoidable, Takenaka Kaguya’s allies discussed whether the three students were ready for the challenge.

  • Kuina challenged Hawkeye Mihawk with a Flying Slash, but Red-Haired Shanks intercepted it with his own slash.
  • Mihawk cut apart a lightning strike from Enel, and Tanaka identified the newcomers as Shanks, Mihawk, and the Iron Arm Pirates.
  • Kuina chose to face Mihawk, Enel chose Shanks, and Tanaka took Benn Beckman as their opponents.
  • Takenaka Kaguya froze the surrounding sea into a continent of ice, prompting Shanks and Mihawk to recognize his formidable power.
  • Shiki worried that the three were not ready, while Bullet and Issho assessed their strengths and Takenaka Kaguya let them try the fight.

Ch. 336A Fierce Battle Among the Younger Generation

Shimotsuki Kuina, Enel, and Tanaka fought Dracule Mihawk, Red-Haired Shanks, and Benn Beckman beneath the Floating Island. As Shanks unleashed advanced Conqueror’s Haki against Enel, Kuina continued her duel with Mihawk, and the battle remained unresolved.

  • Shimotsuki Kuina clashed swords with Dracule Mihawk while Enel traded blows with Red-Haired Shanks and Tanaka fought Benn Beckman.
  • Mihawk praised Kuina’s swordsmanship and learned her name, while Kuina declared her ambition to become the world’s number-one Great Swordsman.
  • Kuina resumed attacking Mihawk, who said she could grow stronger by uniting the influences of three swordsmanship styles.
  • Shanks unleashed advanced Conqueror’s Haki and prepared Kamusari, forcing Enel to take the threat seriously.
  • Enel activated Thunder God Mode and announced Thunder Prison—Ten Thousand Thunders.

Ch. 337The Real One Appears; A Clash of Conqueror’s Haki

Enel, Tanaka, and Shimotsuki Kuina fought Red-Haired Shanks, Benn Beckman, and Dracule Mihawk beneath the Floating Island until Takenaka Kaguya and Shiki the Golden Lion arrived. Takenaka defeated Shanks and most of his crew with overwhelming Conqueror's Haki, then addressed Benn Beckman.

  • Enel trapped Red-Haired Shanks in a storm of lightning, while Tanaka struck Benn Beckman after he lost focus and Shimotsuki Kuina continued her sword duel with Dracule Mihawk.
  • Takenaka Kaguya and Shiki the Golden Lion arrived, and Shiki began fighting Mihawk after Takenaka praised his swordsmanship.
  • Takenaka taunted Shanks about his past and his strength compared with Roger, but Shanks regained his resolve when Benn Beckman and the crew encouraged him.
  • Shanks clashed with Takenaka using Conqueror's Haki, but Takenaka overwhelmed him and knocked him unconscious along with the crew, leaving Benn Beckman standing.
  • Takenaka withdrew his Haki and asked Benn Beckman if he was the Iron Wall Pirates' vice captain.

Ch. 338The Wager; Three Set Sail

Takenaka Kaguya let Benn Beckman take the Red Hair Pirates away after wagering that Shanks would eventually admit he was a Celestial Dragon. After Dracule Mihawk and Shiki agreed to meet again in three years, Takenaka praised Tanaka, Enel, and Kuina and sent them to begin their journeys at sea.

  • Takenaka Kaguya told Beckman that Shanks was a Celestial Dragon and offered him a wager: Beckman could leave with his crew, but if he lost, he would join Takenaka.
  • Beckman accepted the wager, carried Shanks and the others aboard, and left after Takenaka freed their ship from the ice and promised Mihawk would survive.
  • Shiki praised Mihawk's swordsmanship, and they agreed to fight again in three years before ending their battle.
  • Takenaka told Mihawk that he had let Shanks and the others go, then promised Mihawk a chance to challenge him someday.
  • Back on the Floating Island, Takenaka and his allies praised Tanaka, Enel, and Kuina for their efforts and advised them on how to improve.
  • Takenaka gave Tanaka, Enel, and Kuina permission to set sail that day, reminding them not to slaughter civilians.

Ch. 339Sea Circle Calendar 1520, Encountering Dragon in Loguetown (Part 2)

Red-Haired Shanks recovered after his crew’s defeat by Takenaka Kaguya, while the world responded to the battle and several years of major events passed. In 1520, Takenaka Kaguya met Dragon in Loguetown, where Dragon intervened to save Monkey D. Luffy from Buggy the Clown.

  • Red-Haired Shanks learned that Benn Beckman had brought the crew safely away and vowed they would defeat Takenaka Kaguya one day.
  • The World Government announced the battle’s results, established the Shichibukai, and later events included Enel taking control of Sky Island and Ace joining the Whitebeard Pirates.
  • Takenaka Kaguya completed Enel’s training and left Sky Island, warning him not to slaughter ordinary people.
  • Takenaka Kaguya met Dragon in a Loguetown tavern and revealed that he could read Dragon’s thoughts with Observation Haki.
  • Dragon summoned a lightning strike that knocked Buggy the Clown from the execution platform, allowing Monkey D. Luffy and his companions to escape.

Ch. 340Takenaka Kaguya VS Dragon (1)

Takenaka Kaguya accepted Dragon’s challenge and fought him on an island near Loguetown, revealing that he knew Dragon’s Mythical Zoan Dragon-Dragon Fruit ability. The battle escalated when Takenaka Kaguya countered Dragon’s storm and answered his lightning attack with Lightning Release: Kirin.

  • Takenaka Kaguya accepted Dragon’s request for a fight after intimidating him in a Loguetown tavern.
  • Dragon left the tavern and freed Monkey D. Luffy from Smoker before returning to meet Takenaka Kaguya.
  • Takenaka Kaguya and Dragon traveled to a small island and began their duel by clashing their Conqueror’s Haki.
  • Dragon created a tornado, but Takenaka Kaguya froze it and identified his fruit as the Mythical Zoan Dragon-Dragon Fruit.
  • Dragon gathered storm clouds and lightning, and Takenaka Kaguya formed lightning with hand seals and launched Lightning Release: Kirin.

Ch. 341Dragon's Defeat and Escape, Contacting Garp (Two-in-One)

Takenaka Kaguya defeated Dragon in a brief fight but let him escape, then Dragon contacted Garp to warn him that Takenaka Kaguya had appeared in Loguetown and might be after Luffy. Dragon left the call hinting that he had discovered a secret.

  • Dragon tried lightning and rain attacks on Takenaka Kaguya, then struck at him with a Haki-coated dragon claw, but Takenaka Kaguya caught his wrist and overpowered him.
  • Takenaka Kaguya slammed Dragon into the ground and kicked him away, while Dragon recovered with his Mythical Zoan ability.
  • Takenaka Kaguya drew Red Demon and slashed Dragon as he fled, leaving a deep wound, but chose not to pursue him.
  • Dragon escaped across the sea and later called Garp, explaining that Takenaka Kaguya had appeared in Loguetown and defeated him.
  • Dragon warned Garp that Takenaka Kaguya might be targeting Luffy because he knew the Gomu Gomu no Mi’s significance, and Garp promised to protect Luffy if necessary.
  • Dragon cautioned Garp not to underestimate Takenaka Kaguya and said he had discovered a secret.

Ch. 342Goodbye Zephyr, Robin (Two-in-One)

Takenaka Kaguya reassured Garp through Zephyr that he had no plans to target Luffy, then met with Crocodile and Nico Robin in Alabasta. He left Robin a Den Den Mushi and prepared to return to the New World as a storm approached.

  • Dragon told Garp that Takenaka Kaguya's appearance had not changed, and Garp sent Zephyr to ask about his intentions toward Luffy and the Straw Hat Pirates.
  • Zephyr visited Takenaka Kaguya in Rainbase, discussed his severed arm and his old grudge over Roger, and learned that Kaguya had no plans to harm Garp's grandson.
  • Crocodile told Takenaka Kaguya that Blackbeard had offered him one billion Beli to capture Ace, and Kaguya allowed him to pursue Ace and deal with the Straw Hat Pirates as he wished.
  • Takenaka Kaguya told Nico Robin that her mother was alive in Golden Lion's territory and listened as Robin recounted her years since Ohara.
  • Takenaka Kaguya gave Robin a Den Den Mushi for emergencies and left to meet someone before returning to the New World.

Ch. 343The Eve of the Summit War, Rouge's Request, Whitebeard's Self-Blame (Combined)

Takenaka Kaguya learned that Ace had been captured and expected the Summit War to begin, while Rouge begged him to save her son. Kaguya promised to help if Whitebeard asked, and Whitebeard prepared to rescue Ace while blaming himself for the events that led to his capture.

  • Crocodile nearly killed Luffy during the Alabasta conflict, but Smoker, Robin, Ace, and Garp intervened, and Robin later joined the Straw Hat Pirates.
  • The Straw Hat Pirates escaped Enel on Skypiea while Kaido battled him, then continued through Water 7 and Enies Lobby.
  • Jia informed Takenaka Kaguya that Blackbeard had captured Ace and that the Straw Hat Pirates had reached Sabaody, confirming that the Summit War was approaching.
  • Rouge revealed her identity to Takenaka Kaguya and begged him to save Ace, and he said he would act if Whitebeard asked for his help.
  • Whitebeard prepared the Whitebeard Pirates to rescue Ace and admitted to Marco that his own arrogance and indulgence had contributed to Thatch's death and Ace's capture.

Ch. 344Sengoku's Worries, Takenaka Kaguya's Plan (Part 2)

Whitebeard sought outside help to rescue Ace, and Golden Lion agreed to lead the Flying Pirate Fleet while Takenaka Kaguya provided additional forces. As Marineford prepared for the coming battle, Sengoku worried that Golden Lion and Takenaka Kaguya would join the conflict, while Takenaka Kaguya, Bullet, and Issho readied their own operation.

  • Whitebeard called Golden Lion for help rescuing Ace, and Shiki agreed to lead the Flying Pirate Fleet with forces assigned by Takenaka Kaguya.
  • Shanks decided to help Whitebeard indirectly by holding off the Big Mom Pirates and the Beasts Pirates.
  • Jia reported that the Straw Hat Pirates had vanished after Kizaru, Rayleigh, and Bartholomew Kuma appeared at Sabaody; Takenaka Kaguya later watched Monkey D. Luffy reach Amazon Lily and saw Boa Hancock agree to take him to Marineford as a prisoner.
  • Sengoku told Vice Admiral Tsuru and Garp that the Flying Pirate Fleet and Takenaka Kaguya might join the war, and Garp vowed to stop Golden Lion if necessary.
  • Takenaka Kaguya, Bullet, and Issho waited beneath the Red Line and agreed to begin their operation once the battle at Marineford started.

Ch. 345The Summit War's Overture Begins, Tense Standoff Between Both Sides (Two-in-One)

As Marineford prepared to execute Ace, Sengoku worried that the Marines might face both the Whitebeard Pirates and the Flying Pirate Fleet, with Takenaka Kaguya also a possible threat. Whitebeard arrived to rescue Ace, and Golden Lion announced his presence by floating three giant islands above the battlefield.

  • Ace was brought in chains to the Execution Platform, where he and Garp silently exchanged tears before Ace was forced to kneel.
  • Six Shichibukai and the three Marine Admirals assembled as Sengoku revealed Ace was the son of Gol D. Roger.
  • Takenaka Kaguya watched the broadcast from a cave on the Red Line with Issho and Bullet, and said they would act once the battle began.
  • Three Moby Dick pirate ships surfaced in Marineford's bay, bringing Whitebeard and fourteen of his division commanders to rescue Ace.
  • Whitebeard greeted Ace and confronted Sengoku, while three giant islands appeared overhead and Golden Lion declared that he had arrived.

Ch. 346The Navy's Predicament, Sengoku Asks for Help from the Start (Two-in-One)

Shiki the Golden Lion joined Whitebeard’s assault on Marineford with Enel, Shimotsuki Kuina, and Tanaka, forcing Sengoku to call in the God's Knights. The reinforcements arrived under Figarland Garling, who ordered Shiki to leave, but Shiki attacked him instead.

  • Shiki the Golden Lion appeared at Marineford and revealed that Gol D. Roger had turned himself in, damaging the Marines’ reputation around the world.
  • Garp charged Shiki, but Enel, Shimotsuki Kuina, and Tanaka intervened, with Tanaka taking on Garp while Enel and Kuina fought Kizaru and Aokiji.
  • Whitebeard began shattering the air with his power, and Diamond Jozu intercepted Akainu’s attack and sent him flying.
  • Sengoku summoned the God's Knights, led by Figarland Garling, who ordered Shiki and his people to leave Marineford.
  • Shiki rejected Garling’s order and unleashed a series of Flying Slashes at him.

Ch. 347The Fierce Marineford War; Kaguya Tengen Makes His Move; Imu Appears

The Summit War erupted as Whitebeard’s forces clashed with the Marines, while Takenaka Kaguya used a meteor to force Imu to appear at Mary Geoise. Imu began unsealing his Haki as the meteor threatened Pangea Castle and its Celestial Dragons.

  • Figarland Garling and Shiki the Golden Lion traded flying slashes, while Marine Vice Admirals and swordsmen defended the Marines below.
  • Whitebeard’s attacks raised a tsunami, and Aokiji froze it with Ice Age before Shimotsuki Kuina gravely wounded him.
  • Diamond Jozu blocked Hawkeye Dracule Mihawk’s slash aimed at Whitebeard, and Vista challenged Hawkeye while Shimotsuki Kuina went after Aokiji.
  • Whitebeard ordered his crew to charge, beginning the Summit War, as Takenaka Kaguya, Bullet, and Issho appeared in Mary Geoise.
  • Takenaka Kaguya summoned a meteor to draw out Imu, who confronted him above the Flower Room and began unsealing his Haki.

Ch. 348The Powerful Imu; Rocks, the Sea’s Overlord, Reanimated

Takenaka Kaguya fought Imu above Pangea Castle, and both revealed the immense power behind their attacks. After Imu survived his strongest blows, Takenaka summoned Rocks D. Zebek to join the battle.

  • Imu destroyed the falling Meteorite with a precise Flying Shigan, and Takenaka Kaguya challenged her to fight without holding back.
  • Takenaka Kaguya and Imu clashed with Conqueror's Haki and traded hundreds of blows, each injuring the other.
  • Imu transformed and attacked Takenaka Kaguya with powerful flames, seemingly reducing him to ash, but he revealed that he had escaped using a clone.
  • Takenaka Kaguya struck Imu with a Flying Slash, froze her, and smashed her into a distant building, but Imu emerged unharmed and declared that he could not kill her.
  • Takenaka Kaguya summoned Rocks D. Zebek from a coffin and restrained him, then praised his strength as Rocks realized he could not move.

Ch. 349Imu’s Fury; A Day of Suffering for the Celestial Dragons

Takenaka Kaguya summoned Rocks D. Zebek to fight Imu inside Pangea Castle, while the revived Rocks used the Yami Yami no Mi to absorb Imu’s attacks. Kaguya also sent five revived warriors to kill the Celestial Dragons, and Imu prepared a devastating lightning attack as their battle continued.

  • Takenaka Kaguya revived Rocks D. Zebek and directed him to attack Imu, who initially believed he could defeat the weakened Rocks.
  • Rocks recovered from Imu’s blows and used the Yami Yami no Mi to absorb Imu’s flames and Haki-powered attacks, then struck Imu with his own force.
  • Rocks’s attack shattered Imu’s covering, and Takenaka Kaguya recognized Imu’s resemblance to Princess Vivi.
  • Takenaka Kaguya revived Kozuki Oden and four other powerful figures, then ordered all five to kill the Celestial Dragons in Mary Geoise.
  • Imu confronted Takenaka Kaguya while fighting Rocks, then summoned dark clouds and lightning above the Red Line.
  • Takenaka Kaguya warned Imu that his lightning might destroy the Red Line, leaving Imu’s attack poised to fall.

Ch. 350Imu Concedes, Celestial Dragons Stay Off Red Line for Ten Years, Descend on Marineford

Takenaka Kaguya forced Imu to agree that the Celestial Dragons would stay off the Red Line for ten years, then went to Marineford with Issho and Bullet. Their arrival disrupted the battle and brought them face to face with Ace and Luffy, while Bullet challenged Luffy’s dream of becoming the One Piece.

  • Takenaka Kaguya threatened to keep fighting until the Red Line was destroyed, and Imu agreed to bar the Celestial Dragons from descending for ten years.
  • Takenaka Kaguya left Mary Geoise with Issho and Bullet after Imu ordered the Five Elders to enforce the agreement.
  • Venus received word of the attack on the Sacred Land and withdrew the Five Elders and God's Knights from Marineford, leaving the Marines without their reinforcements.
  • Takenaka Kaguya, Issho, and Bullet arrived at Marineford and landed on the Execution Platform, where Ace recognized them and Luffy confronted Takenaka Kaguya.
  • Bullet mocked Luffy's ambition and pressed him down with Conqueror's Haki, prompting Takenaka Kaguya to threaten Bullet.

Ch. 351Garp Takes Action; Sengoku Spits Blood; The World’s Rules of Enforcement

Takenaka Kaguya seized Luffy on the execution platform and publicly berated Garp and Sengoku over their past decisions and the Marines’ justice. Sengoku defended the execution of Ace, but Takenaka Kaguya dismissed his arguments and declared that strength determined whose rules prevailed.

  • Garp attacked Bullet on the execution platform, but Takenaka Kaguya froze the cracking platform and Bullet knocked Garp away.
  • Takenaka Kaguya grabbed Luffy and knocked him unconscious with Conqueror's Haki, alarming Garp, Ace, and Ivankov.
  • Takenaka Kaguya mocked Garp over his family and his role in raising Roger’s son, then accused Sengoku of helping cause the Marines’ losses by blocking his attempts to capture Roger.
  • Sengoku defended Garp and the Marines, but Takenaka Kaguya accused him of selfishly rejecting the chance to capture Roger and blamed him for the dead Marines.
  • Sengoku argued that Ace’s lineage made him dangerous and won support from nearby Marines, while Takenaka Kaguya challenged his reasoning and condemned the Marines’ service to the World Government and Celestial Dragons.
  • Takenaka Kaguya declared that the strong held the right to speak and that the powerful made the rules of the world.

Ch. 352The little dark fatty from Whitebeard's ship back then has also become accomplished now (two-in-one)

Takenaka Kaguya arrived at Marineford, freed Ace, and forced the Whitebeard Pirates’ retreat by defeating Akainu and challenging everyone else to fight. Blackbeard’s crew then appeared, and Kaguya greeted Teach as the once-small recruit from Whitebeard’s ship.

  • Takenaka Kaguya shattered Ace’s Seastone chains, sent him to Whitebeard, and declared that he was repaying his favors by protecting the pirates’ retreat.
  • Akainu attacked Kaguya with Dai Funka, but Kaguya froze him with Absolute Zero.
  • Whitebeard ordered his crew to withdraw with Ace, and the Marines let them leave while Kaguya held the plaza at bay.
  • Blackbeard Teach arrived at Marineford with escaped Impel Down prisoners, including Shiryu of the Rain.
  • Shiryu tried to block Kaguya’s Flying Slash, was badly wounded, and Kaguya turned his attention to Teach.
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