Chapter 948

Chapter 948 is titled "Kawamatsu the Kappa Takes the Stage".

Short Summary
The Beasts Pirates in the Prisoner Mine use special bullets to keep the prisoners under control, and Luffy's fellow prisoners attack him as they have given up hope of standing against Kaido and Orochi. However, Raizo gives Kawamatsu his sword and the key to his handcuffs, allowing Kawamatsu to free himself and join Luffy and his allies. Hyogoro tells Raizo and Kiku that they need to reveal their true identities to get the prisoners on their side, and Kiku reveals that he is a man named Kikunojo as he intends to prevent the Beasts Pirates from reporting to Kaido about this.

Chapter Notes

 * A cover story arc begins with the Fire Tank Pirates.
 * Kawamatsu is freed and he makes his first visible appearance.
 * Orochi was apparently the one who ordered his execution by feeding him poisonous fish everyday.
 * Kiku and Raizo reveal themselves to the prisoners.
 * Raizo is stated to be Fukurokuju’s biggest rival as a ninja.
 * Kiku is revealed to be a man. His full name is Kikunojo and his epithet is the "Lingering Snow".
 * Luffy reunites with Chopper and Kiku.