Chapter 612

Chapter 612 is called "Brought by the Shark They Saved"

Short Summary
In a brief flashback, three mermaids struggle to find out what is inside the Straw Hat's barrel, unaware it contains Caribou. They manage to open just enough of the barrel for Caribou to escape. The mermaids try to flee to the water, but it's no use. Caribou is able to capture them with the powers of the Numa Numa no Mi.

The Straw Hats arrive at Ryugu Palace, where King Neptune is scolded for leaving the palace unguarded. Luffy sneaks off when he smells food. He comes to a large iron door that he mistakes for the banquet hall. Inside, instead, he meets the Mermaid Princess, Shirahoshi.

Chapter Notes

 * The Devil Fruit Caribou ate has its name revealed: the Numa Numa no Mi.
 * An octopus fishwoman (similar to one seen in Hatchan's Sea Floor Stroll) can be seen in this chapter.
 * Megalo is a pet of the Shirahoshi.
 * The status of the other Straw Hats are revealed.
 * Zoro is at Ryugu Palace.
 * Robin is researching history.
 * Franky is searching for a relative of Tom's.
 * The Mermaid Princess, Shirahoshi, is fully introduced.

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