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One Piece [ワンピース] #48
One Piece, Volume 48: Adventures of Oars
The Straw Hats rush back into Thriller Bark in an all-out battle with Gecko Moria's Zombie Generals. But Moria has a secret weapon: Oars, a massive zombie warrior who's got all of Luffy's fighting skills! Have the Straw Hats finally met an opponent too powerful to beat?
232 pages, Paperback
First published December 4, 2007
About the author
Eiichiro Oda
2,557 books5,165 followersEiichiro Oda (尾田栄一郎, Oda Eiichirō) is a Japanese manga artist, best known as the creator of the manga and anime One Piece.
As a child, Oda was inspired by Akira Toriyama's works and aspired to become a manga artist. He recalls that his interest in pirates was probably sparked by the popular TV animation series titled Vicky the Viking. He submitted a character named Pandaman for Yudetamago's classic wrestling manga Kinnikuman. Pandaman was not only used in a chapter of the manga but would later return as a recurring cameo character in Oda's own works.
Please also see:
尾田荣一郎 (Chinese, simplified)
尾田榮一郎 (Chinese, traditional)
As a child, Oda was inspired by Akira Toriyama's works and aspired to become a manga artist. He recalls that his interest in pirates was probably sparked by the popular TV animation series titled Vicky the Viking. He submitted a character named Pandaman for Yudetamago's classic wrestling manga Kinnikuman. Pandaman was not only used in a chapter of the manga but would later return as a recurring cameo character in Oda's own works.
Please also see:
尾田荣一郎 (Chinese, simplified)
尾田榮一郎 (Chinese, traditional)
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September 4, 2021
Oh, Sanji, what are you doing? What are you doing? You were supposed to be the chivalric white knight that respects women and protects them from the worse types! Your lechery and amorousness were meant to be endearingly lighthearted and with some limits to them, not genuinely threatening! No good. This one trait's been gradually dominating his character, and in this volume - in his battle with Absalom - it tips over into becoming old news... yet even from here it continues on and on and still shows no signs of the author growing tired of it.
Good thing the rest of the volume's got no complaints. The last two ones were largely spent on figuring out what was going on with this place, running away from fights, getting spooked, and getting beaten... but now we know exactly what's about and what's at stake, and the counterattack begins. A great charge right at the start as the heroes get serious. Luffy has his first encounter with the Warlord villain... who, instead of beating the shit out of him and leaving him for dead like the last guy, just runs away. What a craven lazy git. Yet he still manages to be pretty threatening when he tries to.
At the opposite end, Zoro has a great fight, and Usopp gets one of his best moments period. Usopp could use more highlight in the post-timeskip, to be honest. Chopper finds himself at the center of surprisingly strongly-tugged heartstrings, a great speech about the value of life and what a great scumbag Hogback is. Franky doesn't get to fight, but he does get a great gag, so it's all good.
And then there's Oars. Right there on the cover, ending the volume about to kick the whole crew's collective asses. A real cliffhanger.
The arc continues solid, if not great.
Good thing the rest of the volume's got no complaints. The last two ones were largely spent on figuring out what was going on with this place, running away from fights, getting spooked, and getting beaten... but now we know exactly what's about and what's at stake, and the counterattack begins. A great charge right at the start as the heroes get serious. Luffy has his first encounter with the Warlord villain... who, instead of beating the shit out of him and leaving him for dead like the last guy, just runs away. What a craven lazy git. Yet he still manages to be pretty threatening when he tries to.
At the opposite end, Zoro has a great fight, and Usopp gets one of his best moments period. Usopp could use more highlight in the post-timeskip, to be honest. Chopper finds himself at the center of surprisingly strongly-tugged heartstrings, a great speech about the value of life and what a great scumbag Hogback is. Franky doesn't get to fight, but he does get a great gag, so it's all good.
And then there's Oars. Right there on the cover, ending the volume about to kick the whole crew's collective asses. A real cliffhanger.
The arc continues solid, if not great.
March 28, 2026
Zoro and his swords ⚔️. This is fun but this arc is starting to drag.
3.5⭐️
3.5⭐️
October 29, 2021
One Piece, Vol. 48 continues where the previous tankōbon left off and contains the next eleven chapters (460–470) of the on-going manga series.
This tankōbon continues the Thriller Bark Arc. Just when the Straw Hats start looking for Geckō Moria they run into Oars, the gigantic zombie who has been given Luffy's shadow. Before they deal with him, the crew splits up to get rid of the leaders of Moria's army.
Sanji saves Nami from one of them, Usopp defeats another, and Nico Robin and Chopper take care of the third. Roronoa Zoro, meanwhile, fights the zombie that houses Brook's shadow, and when it is defeated Brook is restored to his former self. Their immediate objectives completed, the crew turns their attention to Oars.
This tankōbon is written and illustrated by Eiichirō Oda. For the most part it is written and constructed rather well. It is mainly a battle tankōbon where the Straw Hat Pirates are battling to get the shadows of Brook, Sanji, Roronoa Zoro, and Monkey D. Luffy so they won't be used by zombies and rescue Nami, who had disappeared. Everything was done, except getting Luffy's shadow back, which happens to be held by the biggest zombie of them all – Oars.
All in all, One Piece, Vol. 48 is a wonderful continuation to a series that seems really intriguing and I can't wait to read more.
This tankōbon continues the Thriller Bark Arc. Just when the Straw Hats start looking for Geckō Moria they run into Oars, the gigantic zombie who has been given Luffy's shadow. Before they deal with him, the crew splits up to get rid of the leaders of Moria's army.
Sanji saves Nami from one of them, Usopp defeats another, and Nico Robin and Chopper take care of the third. Roronoa Zoro, meanwhile, fights the zombie that houses Brook's shadow, and when it is defeated Brook is restored to his former self. Their immediate objectives completed, the crew turns their attention to Oars.
This tankōbon is written and illustrated by Eiichirō Oda. For the most part it is written and constructed rather well. It is mainly a battle tankōbon where the Straw Hat Pirates are battling to get the shadows of Brook, Sanji, Roronoa Zoro, and Monkey D. Luffy so they won't be used by zombies and rescue Nami, who had disappeared. Everything was done, except getting Luffy's shadow back, which happens to be held by the biggest zombie of them all – Oars.
All in all, One Piece, Vol. 48 is a wonderful continuation to a series that seems really intriguing and I can't wait to read more.
July 15, 2023
Este volumen lo termine ayer pero se me olvidó actualizar jeje
Continúan las batallas en el contraataque pero la cosa se ve negra. Usopp le ganó a Persona, el mejor mentiroso ganó 🤭 bueno que era el único que podía ganarle jajaj
Zoro también ganó y ya tiene espada nueva y Brook recupero su sombra.
Y Sanji le ganó al hombre invisible y tiene a Nami.
Sin embargo, cuando todo pintaba tan bien Oars u Oz (no se deciden bien con la traducción del nombre, me acuerdo que se llamaba Oars pero ya no se jaja) aparece en escena, ya bajo el mando de Moria con órdenes de acabar con los muwis. Aprovechando este momento, se vuelven a llevar a Nami, que está inconsciente por una pastilla para dormir.
Sanji está en problemas, ya que es el más cercano al gigante que tiene la sombra de Luffy aunque los demás tampoco es que están muy bien.
Mientras tanto Luffy está tras Moria, que tiene a su sombra peleando por él.
Ah y se me olvidaba Chopper, que previo a este había derrotado también al doctor.
Continúan las batallas en el contraataque pero la cosa se ve negra. Usopp le ganó a Persona, el mejor mentiroso ganó 🤭 bueno que era el único que podía ganarle jajaj
Zoro también ganó y ya tiene espada nueva y Brook recupero su sombra.
Y Sanji le ganó al hombre invisible y tiene a Nami.
Sin embargo, cuando todo pintaba tan bien Oars u Oz (no se deciden bien con la traducción del nombre, me acuerdo que se llamaba Oars pero ya no se jaja) aparece en escena, ya bajo el mando de Moria con órdenes de acabar con los muwis. Aprovechando este momento, se vuelven a llevar a Nami, que está inconsciente por una pastilla para dormir.
Sanji está en problemas, ya que es el más cercano al gigante que tiene la sombra de Luffy aunque los demás tampoco es que están muy bien.
Mientras tanto Luffy está tras Moria, que tiene a su sombra peleando por él.
Ah y se me olvidaba Chopper, que previo a este había derrotado también al doctor.
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September 13, 2025
good for zoro. good for usopp (for being a depressed fuck)
July 28, 2025
"No matter how thick the fog lies on these waters, there's no guarantee that the sun won't shine through."
The momentum really kicks in here as the chaos in Thriller Bark ramps up. The crew is split again, and each group finds themselves tangled with strange enemies—from ghosts that zap your will to fight to zombies trying to force a wedding. The way each character handles their opponent feels true to form, with some standout moments in both comedy and combat. Sanji's over-the-top reaction to Absalom’s behavior is ridiculous, but somehow still satisfying. Meanwhile, Zoro and Franky chasing after the legendary zombie samurai adds a cool mix of intrigue and swordplay to the madness.
The pacing in this volume is quick, and the transitions between different group battles are smoother than in the previous one. Usopp’s interaction with Perona’s “Negative Hollows” is a fun twist that reminds you how Oda balances humor in the middle of danger. Luffy continues his relentless drive forward, this time running into Gecko Moria’s powers head-on, and the clash of ideals starts to shine through. You can really feel the buildup toward a bigger confrontation without it dragging the plot down. Each fight has its own flavor, and the action keeps you locked in without feeling repetitive.
One thing that still bugs me is how names and techniques get translated instead of just being romanized. I don’t know if I’ve mentioned it before, but I really hate it—it messes with the tone and takes me out of the world. Annotations would go a long way without dumbing things down. Still, this volume brings a lot more weight and sharper momentum to the arc. There’s a real sense that something major is brewing, but it still gives room for each Straw Hat to shine in their own way.
Date Read: 2025.07.27
The momentum really kicks in here as the chaos in Thriller Bark ramps up. The crew is split again, and each group finds themselves tangled with strange enemies—from ghosts that zap your will to fight to zombies trying to force a wedding. The way each character handles their opponent feels true to form, with some standout moments in both comedy and combat. Sanji's over-the-top reaction to Absalom’s behavior is ridiculous, but somehow still satisfying. Meanwhile, Zoro and Franky chasing after the legendary zombie samurai adds a cool mix of intrigue and swordplay to the madness.
The pacing in this volume is quick, and the transitions between different group battles are smoother than in the previous one. Usopp’s interaction with Perona’s “Negative Hollows” is a fun twist that reminds you how Oda balances humor in the middle of danger. Luffy continues his relentless drive forward, this time running into Gecko Moria’s powers head-on, and the clash of ideals starts to shine through. You can really feel the buildup toward a bigger confrontation without it dragging the plot down. Each fight has its own flavor, and the action keeps you locked in without feeling repetitive.
One thing that still bugs me is how names and techniques get translated instead of just being romanized. I don’t know if I’ve mentioned it before, but I really hate it—it messes with the tone and takes me out of the world. Annotations would go a long way without dumbing things down. Still, this volume brings a lot more weight and sharper momentum to the arc. There’s a real sense that something major is brewing, but it still gives room for each Straw Hat to shine in their own way.
Date Read: 2025.07.27
December 28, 2020
This volume was fun, focusing on Luffy and co as they are still fighting zombie son thriller bark and we learn of the origins of different characters, Usopp is fighting Perona meanwhile Chopper is fighting Hogback and his zombies and like there is this great moment where he gives a speech and is able to sort of convince the zombies! Then Zoro vs Brook's shadow and the battle is epic and so well done! Meanwhile Oz has completely submitted to Moria and is after strawhats, what will their fate be? Its an interesting story and continues character progression and build sup on different mysteries. I loved this volume!
April 23, 2014
2025 reread : I am reviewing this a couple of days after having finished it and honestly most of what I remember is 'fighting happens'. Which isn't bad but isn't my favorite. I do like how at the end the crew teams up againt the giant zombie. We rarely see them team up all together like that.
I like how the fights aren't stretched uselessly. Plus some of them are very cool. Like the one against Perona. While the others show how much our characters has progressed in the last few arcs.
I like how the fights aren't stretched uselessly. Plus some of them are very cool. Like the one against Perona. While the others show how much our characters has progressed in the last few arcs.
July 3, 2022
This arc, apart from some highlights in between, is a big miss for me... Doesn't quite feel as urgent as the rest... More like a little break or sth.
November 30, 2019
Yess Zoro a new sword!
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July 24, 2022
La estrella de más es por Usopp.
January 11, 2023
That stupid wedding shitshow
October 5, 2026
You're not gonna lay a finger... on my crew!!!
𒁍 2026
Se desarrolla un poco cada pelea con los aliados de Moria, además de resolver la tontería de Absalom. Creo que este volumen para mí es el más flojito de Thriller bark, aunque sí quiero destacar la parte de cuando Zoro derrota a Ryuma y consigue la shusui, porque me encanta que todo esto conecte con Wano
𒁍 2026
Se desarrolla un poco cada pelea con los aliados de Moria, además de resolver la tontería de Absalom. Creo que este volumen para mí es el más flojito de Thriller bark, aunque sí quiero destacar la parte de cuando Zoro derrota a Ryuma y consigue la shusui, porque me encanta que todo esto conecte con Wano
August 28, 2019
Excelente tomo. Me cae muy simpático Oars.
December 1, 2024
sanji is annoying me. anyway justice for cindy.
November 14, 2023
3.5. Usopp fight 10/10
August 10, 2024
it has some good moments (zoro vs. the samurai, usopp vs. perona, and chopper just being the absolute best) but i fear thriller bark is not for me. after water seven and enies lobby this just feels... meh. and the way women (nami, robin and cindry) are being treated throughout this arc makes me uncomfortable
July 14, 2024
SO FUN SORRY! (also i’m ignoring sanjis reason because there must be another reason he wanted the fruit … right??) ANYWAYS. USOPP V PERONA. AMAZING. LOVED IT. CHOPPER AND HOGBACK. UGH AMAZING LOVE MY BOY CHOPPER. ZORO AND RYUMA??? straight HEAT. i love their little 1 v 1 it’s so fun to see omg and idk man thriller bark is A WONDERFUL TIME
April 13, 2015
A solid step back up in quality for the series, though the zombie island storyline is still the least exciting for a while. The tedious rules and details of shadow possession take a back seat to a bunch of entertaining scraps. Given some of the extended duels we've had recently, the crew's solo battles with Gecko Moria's henchmonsters are satisfyingly brief, while still inventive (Usopp gets a particularly good one). Even better, there's the first good team battle for a while, against giant zombie Oars, the volume's main antagonist. Not prime One Piece, but at least back to Eiichiro Oda's usual standards of inventive brawling.
December 19, 2021
“That’s my secret, Cap: I’m always fucking depressed,” is peak Usopp.
October 29, 2023
The feminism leaving my body when I laugh by ass off at Sanji having a battle with another dude over who can be pervier
Plus an absolute *chef's kiss* of a Zoro sword fight
Plus an absolute *chef's kiss* of a Zoro sword fight
March 31, 2024
4.5⭐️<33!!
It was here where i kinda questioned Sanji being my favorite character😭 id like to pretend Thriller Bark Sanji doesn’t exist
It was here where i kinda questioned Sanji being my favorite character😭 id like to pretend Thriller Bark Sanji doesn’t exist
May 24, 2026
Un tomo muy entretenido.
Lo mejor ha sido la negatividad de Usopp, para mi sorpresa. Me ha hecho mucha gracia el poder de su negatividad en esta ocasión, y también cómo se plasma que los pensamientos negativos pueden tumbar hasta a los guerreros más fuertes. También he adorado las escenas de Zoro, él siempre se luce con sus espadas, no para de demostrarnos que va camino de convertirse en el mejor espadachín del mundo.
También me ha parecido muy curioso el tema de las sombras, cómo parecen recordar algo del cuerpo al que pertenecen, me gustó verlo en las peleas entre las sombras de Sanji y Zoro, que siempre están como el perro y el gato, e incluso con el final del volumen. Y, por supuesto, he disfrutado de cómo se condenan las acciones del doctor Hogback, porque lo que hace es un tremendo horror. Me gusta el contraste de Chopper, que sí cree en la medicina y en ayudar a los demás y a salvar vida, con Hogback, que solo quiere dominar, a cualquier precio.
Lo que menos me ha gustado ha sido, una vez más, la tontería que envuelve a Sanji con el tema de las mujeres... Sé que el autor lo intenta a hacer con humor, pero a mí me saca de mis casillas, de verdad.
Lo mejor ha sido la negatividad de Usopp, para mi sorpresa. Me ha hecho mucha gracia el poder de su negatividad en esta ocasión, y también cómo se plasma que los pensamientos negativos pueden tumbar hasta a los guerreros más fuertes. También he adorado las escenas de Zoro, él siempre se luce con sus espadas, no para de demostrarnos que va camino de convertirse en el mejor espadachín del mundo.
También me ha parecido muy curioso el tema de las sombras, cómo parecen recordar algo del cuerpo al que pertenecen, me gustó verlo en las peleas entre las sombras de Sanji y Zoro, que siempre están como el perro y el gato, e incluso con el final del volumen. Y, por supuesto, he disfrutado de cómo se condenan las acciones del doctor Hogback, porque lo que hace es un tremendo horror. Me gusta el contraste de Chopper, que sí cree en la medicina y en ayudar a los demás y a salvar vida, con Hogback, que solo quiere dominar, a cualquier precio.
Lo que menos me ha gustado ha sido, una vez más, la tontería que envuelve a Sanji con el tema de las mujeres... Sé que el autor lo intenta a hacer con humor, pero a mí me saca de mis casillas, de verdad.
January 12, 2024
Volume 48: Chapter 460-470
Saga 5: Thriller Bark
Arc 18: Thriller Bark
Straw Hat Pirates want to get their shadows back and save Nami. They split into two teams.
Battle occured:
- Chopper vs Dr. Hogback
- Robin vs Cindry
- Sanji vs Absalom
- Usopp vs Perona
- Sogeking vs Perona
- Brook vs Ryuma
- Zoro vs Ryuma
- Straw Hat Pirates vs Oz
Sogeking is back 🔥 Usopp is on fire in this volume. He used his head to defeat Perona.
Zoro finally got Ryuma's sword, Shusui.
Saga 5: Thriller Bark
Arc 18: Thriller Bark
Straw Hat Pirates want to get their shadows back and save Nami. They split into two teams.
Battle occured:
- Chopper vs Dr. Hogback
- Robin vs Cindry
- Sanji vs Absalom
- Usopp vs Perona
- Sogeking vs Perona
- Brook vs Ryuma
- Zoro vs Ryuma
- Straw Hat Pirates vs Oz
Sogeking is back 🔥 Usopp is on fire in this volume. He used his head to defeat Perona.
Zoro finally got Ryuma's sword, Shusui.
January 18, 2025
Its been way too long since I've read a One Piece volume and I've missed it so much. I was scared I wouldn't like it as much since it's been so long, but no, I'm still head over heels for the Straw Hats and their adventures.
April 7, 2021
The fight with Oars was pretty awesome. It's no Enies Lobby content, but it's still cool.
August 4, 2022
More fun shenanigans and battles! A very spooooooky arc.
April 17, 2023
actual rating: 3.5 🌟
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