Upon encountering one another during the Krieg Pirates' siege on the Baratie, Roronoa Zoro entice Dracule Mihawk for a duel for the title of the world strongest swordsman, but is met with the reality of his abilities in comparison. After his defeat, Mihawk shows his respect for the young fighter and encourages him to get stronger for their next fight.
The special chapter starts and ends with a view on the world, similar to Dr. STONE.
After Zoro's defeat, Luffy's attempt to attack Mihawk is extended where Luffy tries a second attempt to attack Mihawk after doding Luffy's initial attack, but the latter is still able to dodge all of his attacks.