The epilogue to Marineford arc. An emotional journey through Ace's childhood with Luffy. a new character introduced, and a farewell to an old era.
I liked how Jinbe talked Luffy out of his traumatic loss, reminding him of what he has: his crew.
It was an emotional Volume and the perfect ending of the arc.
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You know, Oda, this kind of emotional manipulation isn't fair. After some 'okay' volumes of Bleach and Naruto, this latest book of One Piece is like a blessing in disguise. It's a huge turning point in this series for everyone involved - a literal start of a brand new era in the age of pirates. Compared with the latest volume of Naruto I read, Oda has done an excellent job of bringing together an increasingly expanding cast with some serious drama and action without getting confusing.

Plus, y'all are gonna want to see what Usopp has been up to since the crew split up. Oh, Usopp. What are we gonna do with you?

For an expanded review of this as well as the newest volumes of Bleach and Naruto, check out my manga blog tonight: http://nagareboshi-reviews.blogspot.com/ ( )