Chapter Summaries

Kakarot’s Super Tailed Beast Ball badly wounded the CP0 Deputy Chief, but left Kakarot nearly powerless. Lina tried to protect him and was eventually struck down, leaving her unable to move as the battle continued.

• Kakarot attacked the CP0 Deputy Chief with a Super Tailed Beast Ball, and the blast wounded both fighters and devastated the battlefield.
• As the exhausted Kakarot struggled to stand, Lina stepped between him and the CP0 Deputy Chief and told him to recover.
• Lina fought the CP0 Deputy Chief despite her injuries, but her stamina steadily ran out.
• The CP0 Deputy Chief struck Lina across the chest, sending her crashing into a crater.
• Lina reverted from her Sulong form and lay unable to move, badly injured.

Kakarot transformed into a Super Saiyan in his grief over Lina, defeated the CP0 Deputy Chief, and used his blood to stabilize Lina’s life. After Kakarot and Lina were taken to Cook’s clinic, the Mink Tribe celebrated its victory as the surviving Cipher Pol agents retreated.

• Kakarot transformed into a Super Saiyan and struck the CP0 Deputy Chief with a powerful punch.
• Kakarot killed the CP0 Deputy Chief with a Super Tailed Beast Ball, then collapsed beside Lina from exhaustion and injuries.
• Kakarot gave Lina his blood, which stabilized her fading heartbeat and saved her life for the time being.
• Lilith and Iris found Kakarot and Lina; Kakarot asked them to treat Lina before passing out.
• The Mink Tribe drove back most of the Cipher Pol members, though some escaped, and then treated the wounded.

The Five Elders learned that CP0’s mission against the Mink Tribe had ended in disaster, while Kakarot and his companions recovered on Zou. After Kakarot woke and regained his strength, Lina awoke and suddenly clung to him, calling him her daddy.

• Saint Jaygarcia Saturn demanded an explanation for CP0’s defeat, and Wells reported that survivors had seen powerful Haki and a massive explosion before the battlefield went silent.
• Saint Topman Warcury ordered Wells to have Cipher Pol investigate the Mink Tribe and monitor any Minks at sea, while the Five Elders told the Navy to eliminate Mink pirate crews if the opportunity arose.
• On Zou, Lilith, Yingyue, Vian, Emily, Simba, and Ailik discussed how the battle had improved their skills and combat experience as Kakarot and Lina recovered.
• Kakarot woke, checked that Lina was safe, and ate a large meal, discovering that his physique and Armament Haki had grown stronger.
• Lina woke, called Kakarot “Daddy,” and clung to him as he tried to stop her from kissing him, leaving Lilith and the others shocked and concerned.

Doctor Cook and Yueli explained that Kakarot’s blood was stimulating Lina’s cells and helping her recover, though it also made her cling to him like a child. Kakarot, Lina, and Lilith went home and shared his bed for the night, with Lilith keeping watch before they all fell asleep.

• Kakarot revealed that he had given Lina some of his blood when she was badly wounded, and Doctor Cook said it likely caused her unusual behavior.
• Yueli reassured everyone that the cells from Kakarot’s blood were accelerating Lina’s healing, and Doctor Cook introduced her as his accomplished apprentice.
• After Lina ate all the food and began digesting it with Life Return, everyone relaxed and chatted with Yueli about her medical studies on Drum Island.
• Iris teased Kakarot about Lina calling him Daddy, and Lilith hurried him home with Lina.
• Lina refused to sleep without Kakarot, so Lilith joined them in his room to keep watch as Lina fell asleep in his arms.
• Lilith soon drifted off too, and Kakarot gently drew her closer before closing his eyes beside them.

Lina recovered from the effects of Kakarot’s blood and agreed to sail with Kakarot and Lilith. After two weeks of preparations and vigilance against the World Government, the group celebrated their departure, set for the next day.

• Lina woke beside Kakarot, apologized for her behavior, and asked him to call her big sister Lina; Lilith noticed Lina looked younger and fresher.
• Lina contacted Shu Laibao, who confirmed the ship and supplies were ready and reported that the Mink Tribe’s trading fleets were safe.
• Over the following two weeks, the Mink Tribe stayed alert for a World Government attack while Quan Xiao and Mao Changrong searched for Inuarashi and Cat Viper; Kakarot kept watch on the news and concealed what he knew about the missing princes.
• Cook agreed to let Yueli sail with Kakarot’s group so she could explore and learn medical techniques.
• Kakarot and his companions gathered around a bonfire, toasted their voyage, and prepared to set sail the next day.

Kakarot and the others traveled south across the enormous island to find Little Croc, collecting unfamiliar plants along the way. At the swamp, the fearsome 800-meter Emperor Crocodile surfaced, only to greet Jörmungandr like an affectionate pet.

• Lina formed a cloud for the group to ride and another overhead to cool them as they headed south toward the swamp.
• Lilith excitedly examined unfamiliar plants, while Yueli gathered medicinal herbs she recognized.
• The group reached a vast swamp, where a deep roar sent waves surging across the water.
• An enormous Emperor Crocodile charged out of the water and crawled toward them, while Lina blocked the mud he splashed up.
• Little Croc rubbed his snout against Jörmungandr like a puppy, and Jörmungandr affectionately stroked his jaw.

Kakarot gave Jörmungandr’s younger brother Little Croc an Ancient Giant Devil Fruit, transforming him into a towering, armored giant and making him more intelligent. Before leaving the island, Kakarot asked Little Croc to stay near the giant tree, where his strength could be useful later.

• Kakarot gave Jörmungandr the Ancient Giant Devil Fruit, and she fed it to Little Croc.
• Little Croc transformed into a three-hundred-meter-tall, armored giant and thanked Jörmungandr and Kakarot.
• Lina brought Kakarot and the others up to meet Little Croc, who introduced himself and offered to help them.
• Kakarot led Little Croc to the giant tree and asked him to visit the area and stay there after the group left the island.
• Little Croc agreed to stay, following Jörmungandr’s earlier private instruction, and Kakarot felt reassured by having him near the tree.

Kakarot and his companions spent the next several days training on the mysterious island, sharpening their abilities through battles and sparring. Though Kakarot had planned to leave after seven days to find Ace's mother, he stayed because the others wanted to continue training and there was no urgent news from the Revolutionary Army.

• Slade, Bailing, Baixue, and the other Beast Kings fought the island's fierce beasts, while Hades trained Little Croc in Armament Haki and Observation Haki.
• Athena, Yingyue, and Vian sparred with their swords as Mihawk and Shanks watched, learned from them, and competed against each other.
• After Mihawk and Shanks asked Kakarot why their training had become so effective, he shared his theories about mysterious substances in places like the Calm Belt, and the two returned to training with renewed drive.
• Lilith, Lina, and sometimes Bailing fought Jörmungandr, while Kakarot advised her on developing her darkness abilities; her progress accelerated through the battles.
• Kakarot passed his days flying over the island and spending relaxing nights with his companions, but stayed after they asked to keep training rather than leave for the South Blue to find Ace's mother.

Kakarot and his companions left Zou and boarded a newly assigned ship, where they met its eight crew members. Nasha introduced the vessel and its facilities as everyone explored their new home and prepared for the voyage.

• Kakarot led the group from Zou to the ship, with Iris, Emily, Yueli, and the others flying or using Geppo to reach it.
• Nasha greeted Kakarot and his companions and introduced the crew: Fanny and Fenty, Tara, Tal, Vail, Wick, and Slade.
• Kakarot welcomed the new crew as companions, and everyone exchanged friendly greetings.
• Nasha showed the group the ship’s construction, three decks, supplies, captain’s cabin, and training room.
• Lilith and the other girls eagerly explored the rooms and began choosing the ones they liked.

Kakarot named the ship Yanhuang Dragon Soul, chose a new flag, and set a course for Dressrosa with his crew. On the way, they fought through a storm and powerful currents, escaping the worst of the danger but remaining on guard.

• Kakarot named the ship Yanhuang Dragon Soul and described a red-and-gold flag for it.
• Lilith proposed visiting Dressrosa, and Kakarot agreed after Nasha confirmed they had an Eternal Pose for the island.
• Kakarot ordered the crew to set sail, and everyone took up their duties as the ship left Zou.
• A sudden storm battered the ship, and Nasha guided Slade as he struggled to steer through enormous waves and rain.
• Kakarot used Observation Haki to sense the currents and urged the crew to adjust the sails together, helping the ship break free for the moment.

After the ship strayed from its course, Kakarot identified two Devil Fruits using Observation Haki and arranged to give the Den Den Mushi Fruit to Shu Laibao. The crew began training, and Kakarot pushed himself underwater to strengthen his Vast Sea Fist Intent.

• Kakarot chose to follow the ship’s new course rather than return to the route toward Dressrosa.
• Nasha revealed that Shu Laibao had left two unidentified Devil Fruits in Kakarot’s cabin, and the crew gathered to inspect them.
• Kakarot used Observation Haki to identify a Den Den Mushi Fruit and a Zoan Human-Human Fruit, Giant Form.
• Kakarot called Shu Laibao and offered him the Den Den Mushi Fruit, which Shu Laibao agreed could improve Den Den Mushi.
• Lina and the others went to train, while Kakarot submerged himself in the sea wearing five thousand jin of weights and practiced his Vast Sea Fist Intent.

Fifteen days after setting out to sea, Kakarot finished tempering his skin and led the crew to explore a dangerous island inhabited by giant beasts. As the group ventured deeper, Yingyue sensed a powerful swordsman to the east and raced off with Vian and the others following.

• Vian and Yingyue tested Kakarot's hardened skin, and Kakarot explained that he needed to improve his Armament Haki further before tempering his muscles.
• Iris spotted an island, and Nasha identified it from her book as Beast Island, or Devil Island, home to Hellfire Demon Ants and prehistoric beasts.
• Kakarot and the crew sailed to the island despite Nasha's warning, then explored its forest while Nasha was advised to stay near the ship or the forest's edge.
• The crew dealt easily with venomous creatures, dinosaurs, and saber-toothed tigers as Iris sensed more powerful beasts deeper on the island.
• Yingyue sensed a powerful swordsman to the east and hurried toward the presence, with Vian and the rest of the group following.

Yingyue fought the Golden Blade Mantis in the forest, breaking through to Great Swordmaster while the intelligent mantis also grew stronger. After they ended the spar peacefully, Kakarot and the others headed toward the volcano, warned that it belonged to the Red Ants and their monstrous king.

• Yingyue found the Golden Blade Mantis eating a Tyrannosaurus rex and challenged it to a fight.
• Yingyue transformed into Sulong form and fought the mantis, whose blades were coated in Armament Haki and whose Observation Haki read her attacks.
• Yingyue broke through to Great Swordmaster as the Golden Blade Mantis developed its own powerful blade intent, and their strongest slashes collided.
• Yingyue and Kakarot conveyed that they meant no harm, and the mantis relaxed and returned to eating.
• The Golden Blade Mantis warned that the volcano belonged to the Red Ants and their monster king, but Kakarot remained eager to face them, and the group set off.

Kakarot and his companions reached the volcano and challenged the Ant King, who sent Hellfire Demon Ants to attack them. Lilith and the others fought the swarm while Kakarot prepared to face the Ant King.

• Kakarot sensed the Ant King's Observation Haki and answered it with his Conqueror's Haki as they approached the volcano.
• The Ant King rose from his throne and sent dozens of Hellfire Demon Ants toward Kakarot and his companions.
• Lilith, Lina, Vian, Iris, Emily, Simba, and Ailik advanced to fight the ants while Yingyue stayed back to recover.
• Lilith's claws cracked an ant's shell, but she transformed into Sulong form to overpower it, and the others also transformed.
• Lina, Vian, Iris, Emily, Simba, and Ailik used their abilities to damage the swarm, gradually pushing the ants into a disadvantage despite their relentless attacks.

Kakarot advanced to the volcano and fought the Hellfire Demon Ant King in a fierce battle. The Ant King endured Kakarot’s Tailed Beast Ball and continued attacking, while both fighters studied each other’s techniques and Kakarot’s Haki grew stronger.

• After Lilith and the others stabilized the fight against the Hellfire Demon Ants, Kakarot continued toward the volcano and confronted the Ant King.
• Kakarot and the Ant King exchanged powerful blows, and their strength proved evenly matched.
• Kakarot hurled a Haki-infused Tailed Beast Ball at the Ant King, but its armor and Armament Haki left it with little damage.
• The Ant King launched a rapid assault, and Kakarot dodged and counterattacked with punches and kicks.
• During their ongoing clash, the Ant King studied Kakarot’s Haki and combat methods, while Kakarot learned from the Ant King’s fighting techniques and refined his own Haki.

Kakarot fought the Ant King for hours, adapting to its increasingly humanlike fighting style before landing a decisive blow on its waist. After his companions celebrated his victory, the Ant King recovered enough to send the Hellfire Ant Colony scattering.

• Yingyue watched the Ant King imitate Kakarot's fighting style, while Lilith and the others arrived and expressed confidence in Kakarot.
• Kakarot and the Ant King exchanged powerful attacks, and both sustained worsening injuries as the battle continued for hours.
• Kakarot noticed the Ant King's shift toward a humanoid stance and struck its exposed waist with Armament Haki and Conqueror's Haki.
• Kakarot celebrated his growth as Lilith, Lina, and the others gathered around to congratulate him.
• The Ant King recovered its ability to move and ordered the Hellfire Ant Colony to scatter.

Kakarot invited the Ant King and Golden Blade Mantis to leave the island and join his crew, promising to help them grow stronger. The Ant King accepted a Human-Human Fruit and transformed into a powerful humanoid, while the Golden Blade Mantis agreed to travel with them.

• Kakarot praised the Ant King after their battle and promised to teach him ways to grow stronger once they had recovered.
• The group feasted on the colony's prey around a campfire, and everyone rested together overnight.
• Kakarot invited the Ant King and Golden Blade Mantis to join his adventure, and both accepted despite the Golden Blade Mantis's initial hesitation.
• Kakarot gave the Ant King a Human-Human Fruit, explaining that eating it would prevent him from entering the sea.
• The Ant King ate the fruit and transformed into a five-meter-tall humanoid whose strength Lina said had reached the level of the CP0 Deputy Chief.

Hades gained a Mythical Zoan Titan Giant form and joined Kakarot’s companions, while the Golden Blade Mantis was named Athena. After training and preparing supplies, the group left Devil Island and set sail for Dressrosa.

• Hades revealed his Mythical Zoan powers, including a giant form and the ability to control gravity, and Kakarot named him Hellfire Hades.
• Yingyue and Lilith named the female Golden Blade Mantis Athena, and the group welcomed both new companions with a banquet.
• Kakarot told Shu Laibao to collect Human-Human Zoan Fruits, while the group trained with Hades and Athena over the following days.
• Nasha reported that the Eternal Pose had finished recording Devil Island’s magnetic field, and Kakarot announced their departure for Dressrosa.
• After defeating the other Beast Kings and restocking supplies, Kakarot and his companions left Devil Island for Dressrosa.

Kakarot and his companions arrived in Dressrosa, handed a Devil Fruit to a Mink Tribe messenger, and explored the island while hearing about Kyros’s winning streak. After eating local seafood, they headed to the Corrida Colosseum, eager to see its matches.

• Viola told Scarlet that Kyros had won 999 consecutive matches, and Scarlet admitted she planned to meet him when he left the colosseum.
• Kakarot and his companions arrived in Dressrosa and gave the Devil Fruit to a messenger sent by Shu Laibao.
• The group explored the streets, cooled off at a fountain, and heard locals discuss Kyros’s upcoming thousandth match and the Arena Championship.
• Kakarot decided to visit the colosseum, while his companions agreed to join him.
• The group ate Dressrosa’s Seafood Bake and then reached the Corrida Colosseum, where Emily looked forward to watching the tournament.

Kakarot and his companions watched a gladiator match at Dressrosa’s Corrida Colosseum, then followed a Tontatta who stole Kakarot’s wallet. They secretly listened as the Tontatta, Gan’er, returned to his companions, who scolded him for bringing money instead of useful supplies.

• Kakarot and his companions watched Ska defeat Tie Niu in the Corrida Colosseum and enjoyed the arena’s lively atmosphere.
• Lilith and the others discussed looking forward to Kyros’s thousandth match in three days as they left the arena.
• A Tontatta darted past Kakarot and stole his wallet, while the group noticed him and chose to follow.
• Kakarot led his companions after the Tontatta, Gan’er, to a secluded corner in northern Dressrosa.
• Gan’er showed his brother the wallet he had taken, and his brother scolded him for bringing money instead of useful things.