ONEPIECE VOL 12 #104 CAPE PROMISE.

Chapter 104, titled "Cape Promise". This chapter continues the Straw Hat Pirates' encounter with Laboon, the giant whale, and delves deeper into his backstory. Key Events in Chapter 104: Laboon's Backstory: The chapter reveals the sad history of Laboon. He was left behind by a group of pirates who promised to return after sailing through the Grand Line. Laboon has been waiting for them at Reverse Mountain for decades, repeatedly ramming his head against the mountain in a mix of hope and despair. Luffy's Promise: Luffy, moved by Laboon's story, makes a promise to the whale. He vows to return to Laboon after completing his journey through the Grand Line. To seal this promise, Luffy and Laboon engage in a symbolic battle, with Luffy leaving the Straw Hat Pirates' jolly roger on Laboon's head as a mark of their bond. Themes of Hope and Commitment: The chapter emphasizes themes of hope and commitment, as Luffy's promise gives Laboon a renewed sense of purpose and hope for the future. Themes: Hope and Renewal: Luffy's promise to Laboon brings a sense of hope and renewal to the whale, who had been suffering from years of loneliness and despair. Commitment and Loyalty: The chapter highlights the importance of keeping promises and the deep bonds of loyalty that can form between individuals, even across species.