Chapter 157

Chapter 157 is titled "Introducing Ace".

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Volume: 18 Pg.: 27

Jango's Dance Paradise Vol. 24:- "Hostage Girl".

The Tulip Pirates take a woman as their hostage.

Short Summary
Ace is introduced and Smoker appears to be in Alabasta.

Long Summary
After days of privation, the crew are finally reaching Alabasta. Before approaching, they prepare a countermeasure against Mr. 2's power by wearing a sign of friendship on their arm. In the port of Nanohana in Alabasta, a group of people are intrigued by an unconscious guy in a restaurant. This strange guy who fell asleep while eating is no other than Portgas D. Ace, Whitebeard's second division commander. This is revealed by an old adversary: Smoker, who also appears to be in town in the search for the Straw Hats. Ace is looking for his little brother.

Chapter Notes

 * Smoker arrives on Alabasta.
 * The Whitebeard Pirates are first mentioned.
 * Ace is the 2nd division commander of the Whitebeard Pirates.
 * Ace's tattoo on his back represents Whitebeard's flag.

Characters
1: first introduction

3: first appearance

Anime Episodes

 * Episode 92 (p.2-10)
 * Episode 94 (p.12-17)

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