It’s surprising to realize that only five chapters have passed despite the time it feels has elapsed due to the drought month and other things happening. In this chapter review, we're discussing One Piece Chapter 1113, titled "Stalemate."
Title/Cover Page: The chapter cover features a chess-themed illustration. Robin is playing chess, and all the Straw Hat crew are depicted as chess pieces. Chopper is shown as all the pawns, Zoro and Sanji are the knights, Brooke and Usopp are bishops, Jean Bay and Frankie are rooks, Nami is the queen, and Luffy is the king. The layout is quite creative, with Robin controlling the chessboard, and everyone is labeled with the pieces they represent. Notable elements include Sanji on a white horse, Zoro on a black horse, Usopp as an archer, and Frankie in "Rook armor." Overall, it's a cleverly designed cover page with lots of details and fun to see.
Continuing the Story: Returning to the Punk Records scene, St. Marcus Mars walks into the warehouse where Vegapunk's brain is stored, making remarks about the "largest brain in the world." As he moves through, he discovers a message from Vegapunk, suggesting something significant is about to be broadcast to the world. The revelation is made in front of the visual denden mushies, which are transmitting Vegapunk's message to the world.
Around the World: As Vegapunk's message plays, we get glimpses of different places around the world reacting to the announcement. We visit Syrup Village, where Ka and the veggie Pirates reside, and the Kingdom of Balimore, which was Frankie's training ground during the time skip and Vegapunk's birthplace. The scene shifts to the futuristic island, Torino Kingdom, where Chopper trained, and the Pirate Island of Hachinosu, with general chaos among the pirates. The world is abuzz with anticipation and confusion over Vegapunk's broadcast.
Vegapunk's Revelation: Vegapunk reveals that his transgressions might lead to his execution, citing two significant "sins." He doesn't elaborate, but there's speculation that it relates to knowledge forbidden by the World Government. He mentions that even if the world sees those who strike him down as evil, he doesn't claim to be qualified to judge what is right or wrong. The message's broader implication hints at something significant about the ancient history or the World Government's control.
Battlefield: On the battlefield, Saturn is a looming threat, ready to attack the Straw Hats. Sanji shows his fighting spirit, facing off against Ethan Baron Venus Juro, one of the Gorosei, while defending Bonney. However, Saturn continues to create havoc, and the Straw Hats struggle to protect Robin from his wrath. The chapter ends with a major cliffhanger, suggesting a significant shift in the world's understanding of its history.
