: As a member of the Seven Warlords (Shichibukai), Boa Hancock has been ordered to assist the Marines against Whitebeard. Initially, she refuses because of her hatred for the World Government.
Following a banquet celebrating Luffy's victory and new friendship with the Kuja, the tone shifts dramatically. Elder Nyon reveals the grave situation occurring in the outside world: One Piece Episode 416
: Luffy discovers Ace is currently being held at the world’s greatest underwater prison, Impel Down. He decides to delay finding his crew to rescue his brother first. Key Developments : As a member of the Seven Warlords
: Luffy learns that his brother, Portgas D. Ace, has been captured by the Marines and is scheduled for public execution at Marineford in just six days. Portgas D. Ace