Chapter 17

Chapter 17 is called "Character".

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Volume: 2 Pg.: 173

Straw Hat and animals: Straw Hats with penguin pirates.

Short Summary
As Zoro and Cabaji's fight continues, Nami leaves to steal the Buggy Pirates' treasure while the crew is still unconscious, but asks Luffy to steal the Grand Line map from Buggy if he got the chance. Zoro then defeats Cabaji with his Oni Giri attack, only to collapse as he reveals they are pirates. Surprised by this, Buggy laughs at their desire to enter the Grand Line only for Luffy to declare his intent to become the Pirate King. As they prepare to fight, Buggy however mentions Red-Haired causing Luffy to pause.

Long Summary
Luffy cheers on Zoro while Nami comments on how he looks like he is about to collapse. Cabaji sees the point of Zoro cutting himself; to weaken his body but strengthen his spirit. Nami whispers her plan to Luffy while everyone is distracted; they will continue fighting while she steals Buggy's treasure. She expects the Grand Line map is still in Buggy's possession however, and asks that Luffy get it should the chance arise, and if so then they could help each out again afterwards.

As the fight between Zoro and Cabaji rages on, Cabaji leaps into the air to prepare a downwards strike. Buggy then throws his hand out in an attempt to grab Zoro by the foot and ensure Cabaji's attack hits, however Luffy steps on it preventing him for succeeding on holding Zoro. Zoro then dodges the attack, but is tired and exhausted. As Cabaji laughs at Zoro's condition, he is suddenly thrown off his unicycle, Zoro having kicked the bike out from under his feet. Cabaji tries to retaliate however with one final strike against each other, only for Cabaji to be beaten by Zoro's signature "Oni Giri" move. He then collapses as he declares them as pirates, telling Luffy that he was going to sleep.

With both fighters down for the count, Luffy now sizes up to Buggy. Buggy mocks Luffy for calling himself a pirate and desiring to go to the Grand Line. As both pirates go into the first attack, Buggy mentions the name of Red-Hair which grabs Luffy by surprise.

Chapter Notes

 * Cabaji is defeated.
 * Buggy apparently knows Shanks.

Anime Episode
Episode 7

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