#ch525

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When we first see this scene in chapter 525 it's from Ace's point of view. Whitebeard is massive and looming. He feels more like a god extending a benevolent hand than a person

The retelling in chapter 552 is focused more on Whitebeard and is framed like a father reaching down to pick up his toddler after they've fallen down.

It's an excellent example of how the whole vibe of a scene can shift based on a few small changes in shading and perspective.

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The emphasis on Whitebeard's hand over his face is so poignant and important

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I miss the greasy rat bastard vibe of Ace's original character design

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Alvida doesn't get much attention as the story goes along, but I do appreciate that she's the one who takes over Buggy's crew in his absence

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I've always wondered when exactly Oda thought to make Ace Roger's son, because it certainly wasn't the original plan, and it makes conversations like this all the more interesting in retrospect

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Say what you want about Buggy's crew, but they do love their captain

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Of course Kaku has to be the extra one and balance his ball on his finger

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Two years later, and I bet Momonga feels real stupid