Chapter 6: Number One

One Piece manga chapter 6, “The First Crew Member” continues the thrilling adventure of Luffy as he takes his first major step toward forming the Straw Hat Pirates. In this chapter of the legendary One Piece manga scans, Luffy sets his sights on recruiting Roronoa Zoro, a swordsman feared across the seas but currently imprisoned by corrupt Marines under Captain Morgan’s rule.

After learning the truth behind Zoro’s arrest, Luffy confronts Helmeppo, the arrogant son of the Marine captain, who plans to break a promise made to Zoro about sparing his life. Helmeppo had promised Zoro freedom if he could survive being tied up without food for a month, but he cruelly goes back on his word. Luffy, infuriated by this injustice, punches Helmeppo and declares his intention to save Zoro.

Meanwhile, Zoro shows his unshakable resolve by refusing to submit, even in the face of certain death. Luffy, seeing Zoro’s unwavering spirit, offers him the chance to join his pirate crewnot as a criminal, but as a man of honor and strength.

One Piece manga chapter 6 perfectly captures the heart of One Piece: standing up for what’s right, even when the odds are against you. This chapter marks a crucial turning point as Luffy makes his first real move toward assembling a crew that will one day shake the Grand Line.