One Piece (Vol. 98) - Eiichiro Oda

In One Piece Vol. 98, the long-brewing rebellion against the tyrant Kaido reaches a fiery turning point. With the alliance of the Straw Hat Pirates, samurai loyal to Oden, the Mink Tribe, and the remnants of the Whitebeard Pirates, the battle begins on the ominous island of Onigashima.

Luffy and his crew push forward into enemy territory with determination and resolve. Along the way, new allies emerge—including Kaido’s own estranged child, Yamato, who shocks everyone by declaring allegiance to Oden and opposing her father’s reign.

As the Beast Pirates prepare for their grand New Onigashima Project, the stage is set for a full-scale war that will determine the fate of Wano. Tensions build, betrayals unfold, and the Straw Hats step into some of their most intense combat yet.

With Eiichiro Oda’s expert pacing and stunning art, this volume sets the scene for one of the most explosive confrontations in One Piece history.

Main Themes of the Book

• Rebellion Against Tyranny: The oppressed people of Wano rise up against the seemingly invincible Kaido and Orochi.
• Found Family and Inheritance of Will: Yamato’s embrace of Oden’s ideals shows how inspiration can pass across generations.
• War Strategy and Alliances: The tactical planning of the raid reflects the complexity of large-scale resistance.
• Identity and Self-Discovery: Yamato’s journey toward rejecting Kaido’s legacy and embracing her own truth adds emotional depth.

Why you should read this manga 

• Marks the start of the full-scale Onigashima battle—one of the arc’s most epic stages.
• Introduces fan-favorite character Yamato in action.
• Raises the stakes with new revelations about Kaido’s plans and the history of Wano.
• Features multiple Straw Hats and allies stepping up in personal and strategic ways.
• Combines action, emotion, and narrative buildup in classic Oda fashion.

One Piece Vol. 98 is a momentum-heavy volume that sets the battlefield ablaze with tension, character development, and plot twists. It’s where planning meets execution and where alliances are tested in the crucible of war. If you're following the Wano arc, this is the volume where everything starts to explode—literally and figuratively.