This was a wholesome chapter overall.
Oden is an amalgamation of traits from Luffy, Zoro, a bit of Sanji and even Franky. In other words, characters that Oda seems to love. All in one package.
The Wano flashbacks have also helped to fix what was always a bit of an oversight or error on Oda's part: not seeing the Whitebeard Pirates and Whitebeard himself before Marineford. Unlike the BMP, the WBP never got a full arc and had to share the spotlight with others ( and it was a short arc too). I love that Oda is rectifying this somewhat and we get to see a glimpse of the crew and the captain that Ace pledged himself to.
Whitebeard's reasons not to take him do make sense. Oden is too much alpha. On a ship there can only be one captain. But also taking into account he's the heir to a kingdom. But, the way he tests the man's discipline, will and focus was boss. Also, the way he accepted him despite apparently failing. All Whitebeard wanted was to see the true character of Oden and he passed with flying colours.
Also when Oden refers to "The Power..." and the panel shows WB. Nicely done.
The little Izo and Whitbeard side story there...genius writing. You can tell Oda is building up to him eventually preferring to remain with Whitebeard - deep down I bet he's always been looking for a father-figure. Oden is not it. It's like babysitting Luffy.
Toki didn't really move me one way or the other. It's clear that the revelations and hype concerning her will come later, so as not to overshadow Oden's adventure with the WBP.
So chapter ends on Roger. Great. Love seeing the Ace resemblance. Looks like the holiday breaks will coincide with some pretty dope chapters inbetween. People won't be too annoyed taking a week or two off if each chapter was graded 8-10. Clever scheduling.