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A world... Yes!

A world for you who seek freedom

stretches out right before your eyes.

If your endless dreams are your guide,

surpass them, under the flag of your beliefs!

Making a splash, I've just started on my search

Heading towards a world without end

My heart bursting with enthusiasm, I'll go to the ends of the earth

In search of light yet unseen

When the summer sun sways the sails of my heart

It's the cue to open the door to a new world

Sailing through the rocky waves of despair

We head beyond the horizon

Making a splash, I've just started on my search

Heading towards a world without end

My heart bursting with enthusiasm, I'll go to the ends of the earth

In search of light yet unseen

"North Block" "West Block" "South Block" "East Block"

The feelings of those who are in anguish

are crushed by a dry cloud of sand.

There are those who seek hope, and those who cling to hope.

Their feelings cross each other, uncertain what to do,

marking an era of history ending in sadness.

Vivi and her friends continue to fight in order to save Alabasta from its crisis...

In addition to Usopp and Chopper's victory...

...Sanji crushed Mr. 2 Bon Clay.

Meanwhile, Nami was engaged in mortal combat with Miss Doublefinger,

who has Spike Spike Fruit powers.

Take this!

Tornado Tempo!

--What? --The doves tangled up on me...!

As a result, Usopp's invention, the Clima Takt, led Nami to win the battle.

The only battle left was the one between Mr. 1 and Zoro.

So basically, your body is hard as steel.

Unless I'm capable of cutting even steel, I can't cut you down, huh?

That would be correct.

Smashing and cutting attacks don't work on me.

I see. This bites.

Since I'm not yet capable of cutting steel, I can't defeat you now.

Humph... Then what're you going to do?

Well, I'll sympathize with you.

What?

I've been waiting for a difficult situation like this.

I've been thinking that it's about time for me to go to the next level.

When I defeat you,

I'll be a man who can even cut steel.

"Secret of Powerful Swordplay! Ability to Cut Steel and the Rhythm Things Have"

Humph... When you defeat me... huh?

This might throw cold water on that enthusiasm of yours,

but ever since I gained Dice Dice powers,

I've never been given even a scratch by those who call themselves swordsmen.

No swordsman can defeat me.

Ahh... I get the picture...

...but you can store all those old tales away in an album.

I don't know how many swordsmen you've fought in the past,

but we've never met before, so...

It seems that at least your tongue is sharp.

Thanks, baldy.

We'll see how long you'll last.

No, how long you'll last.

Oni...

...Giri!

Tiger... Trap!

I told you, didn't I...?

It's a little shocking that you didn't even get a single bruise...

This is also the first time my opponent is still standing

when I thought my attacks were solid.

Of course...

...since we've never met before...

That's right!

This guy's entire body is a blade.

So his blades don't have a front or back!

Sparkling Daisy!

Th-This is...

I'll blow you away.

When it comes to training, I've done it more than anyone else.

I've also been in many difficult situations that had me on the brink.

When I defeat you, I'll be a man who can even cut steel.

I've never been given even a scratch by anyone.

What is it that I lack...?!

Teacher...! Teacher!

Hm?

Is it true that there're men in this world who can cut anything, even steel?

Yes, it's true.

Now, watch this paper carefully, Zoro.

Teacher, you didn't cut it.

Listen, Zoro.

There're swordsmen out there who are capable of cutting nothing.

But they can also cut anything, even steel... using the same sword...

The strongest swordsmen are able to protect that which they want to protect

and cut that which they want to cut.

Swordplay that harms whatever it touches...

I don't consider it real swordsmanship.

Do you understand?

Teacher, I'll be a swordsman who can cut anything!

Zoro, were you listening to what I was saying?

Humph... Hurry up and try cutting me.

You can't cut my body down if you just defend.

Unfortunately, I don't think I can show you my valiant figure cutting steel...

...because when I cut steel, that's when you die.

Makes sense...

I'll cut... everything up into pieces!

"Swordplay that cuts nothing"... huh?

How pointless...

I'll cut everything up into pieces!

Swordplay that cuts nothing...

Cut nothing... but cut steel... I don't understand what it means at all!

Thrust and Thrust... This is the secret of powerful swordplay!

Atomic Spar!

I'll just cut you up!

Crab... Grab!

What an odious bastard...

The feeling is mutual.

Let me tell you one thing. Don't consider me a swordsman.

I have many weapons that can tear your body up.

Spiral Hollow!

If you're not a swordsman... then an excavator?!

I'm an assassin!

Sparks?! Just how fast is it spinning?!

They'll be repelled!

I can't do excavation... because I'll drill and cut everything up.

Crap!

What a momentary misjudgment invites is...

...death!

You're still breathing...

I won't show my back to him...

How're you gonna struggle with your bare hands?

You're not even a swordsman. You won't understand even if I explain.

Humph... I'm not even interested.

Spar... Break!

Die in peace...

I have... bad luck with stones today...

You guys! Make sure you deliver Vivi back to her home!

See you at the Alubarna Palace!

Are they... all okay...?

Why is he standing...? After being cut so many times...

Did he dodge all those falling stones?

I dodged... these stones?

No...

I could tell... the place where no stones would be falling...

Swords...

There's one underneath that stone... I can tell...

What's he doing...?

I've experienced this feeling before...

It's awfully quiet around me...

I can hear my heartbeat very clearly...

Is this... precisely what it feels like when close to death...?

I sensed a hint from the falling stones as if they're living things...

No, it wasn't a hint... It was clearer than that...

Rhythm...

Stones'... rhythm...

Trees have their own rhythm...

Soil has its own... Is that what it is...?

Listen. There're swordsmen out there who are capable of cutting nothing.

Does "cutting nothing" mean... know the rhythm...?

That's... the ability to cut even steel...

You... what the hell did you do?

After receiving such an enormous attack...

When you're bleeding that much...

There's no way you can be still alive...!

I can hear... the rhythm of his steel...

My will is flowing into the sword...

Fine... I'll completely finish him off with the next attack.

The only question left is...

...whether or not I really have the ability to cut steel...

It's hard to think that you can defend my attack using only one sword...

That's all right. I won't defend any more.

So you're now prepared. Fine by me!

One-Sword Style... Lion Strike!

Atomic Spurt!

I give you my thanks...

I can become stronger still!

He's indeed... become stronger... during this fight...

Are you... going to cut diamond or something next...?

That would be a waste...

You win...

"Alubarna - North Block"

"Alubarna - North Block" "Battle in front of the Mehdi Assembly Hall"

"Alubarna - North Block" "Battle in front of the Mehdi Assembly Hall" "Winner: Zoro"

Which direction should I run towards to see a more wonderful tomorrow?

I took the helm and opened the miraculous map that I stored in my heart

I aimed for the sky and sought out my dreams, though at times I got lost

It wasn't a dream; when I met you, I discovered the wonderful person in me

With just a bit of courage, I gained something grand

Now's the time for my "wish" to become my "pledge"

Shining ray! Find your brand new way

Let's sketch out the tale of the future

I'll put all my feelings in a brand new wind now

Shining ray! Find your brand new way

A never-ending journey to be together

I'll chase after you wherever you go, Shining ray

Why're you crying?

Because that mole hag said that Luffy's dead...

Is that true?!

You guys believe that?

Of course not!

Then stow your snot away.

There's no reason for you to fight any longer!

Surrender right now...! Royal Army!

On the next episode of One Piece!

"The Battle is Over! Koza Raises the White Flag"

I'm gonna be King of the Pirates!!