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Toei yet again delivered an incredibly well animated, episode! The new opening "Saikou no Totasuten" (The Highest Point) is visually stunning showing all of the events that happened in Wano arc. Megumi Ishitani yet again created a masterpiece of an opening just like the ending song "Chilli Beans"

The episode opened with Luffy grabbing lightning by giving it properties of rubber then threw it at Kaido. The anime extended the fight including Luffy throwing multiple lightning bolts to Kaido and trapped him in a cage of lightning. Kaido was clearly hurt by those attacks but he counter attacked Luffy with Haki. Kaido confirmed Roger was not a devil fruit user and only Haki can conquer the world just like how Roger done it. The anime even added Luffy grabbing clouds and shooting lightning to Kaido which that sequence was animated superbly. The animation and choreography were just as fluid and stunning just like so many other peak Wano episodes which the arc was just a joy to watch. The whole fight scene with Gear 5 Luffy vs Kaido was just exhilarating to another level.

Momo was in desperation to save his allies and was desperately trying to create Flame Clouds to support the floating Onigashima that's about to fall due to Kaido being weakened. Momo had a flashback when he left his mother from the burning castle was one of the many emotional and tear moments in One Piece. Momo remembered when he had to jump ahead 20 years in time to the future to save Wano and his mother Toki's determination to stay behind and die, resulting Momo to muster his courage and determination. Momo got encouraged by both Yamato and tried desperately to pull Onigashima away from the Flower Capital.

Luffy seemed defeated by Kaido's ultimate attack; Destroyer of Death Thunder Bagua but Luffy clanged onto Kaido with his outstretched arm. Kaido was relentless in attacking Luffy with Bolo Breath and Tatsumaki Kaifu but Luffy did not let go as he heard the samurai was willing to die as long as Kaido would get defeated. This was a beautiful moment as the flashbacks of the people in Wano suffered in contrast with the ending of the fire festival's sky lantern celebrations. All those moments accumulated into one gigantic fist that Luffy created to finish things once and for all, the Bajrang Gun. The giant fist Luffy create is even bigger than Onigashima island itself and it was fully coated in both armament and conquerors Haki which he would emit without needing to make contact with Kaido. Luffy put all his trust onto Momo to move Onigashima out of the way to save everyone

That was the summary of this episode, it was just such a well animated and created episode!

This episode had everything, the action, music, animation, direction. I must say this episode was even better than the last one and it deserved even more hype like the last one.

Luffy continued his fight with Kaido with his new bizarre yet creative powers. This transformation suited perfectly for Luffy as he's the embodiment of freedom and goofiness. It was really funny when Luffy got eaten by Kaido then he attacked Kaido from the inside. Luffy was able to even turned Kaido into a balloon and floated around the sky. Luffy stretched his arms through Kaido's eyes and then forced himself out from Kaido mouth was an absolutely hilarious moment of this episode. The goofiness doesn't stop as Luffy was able to transform into a giant even bigger than Kaido himself then used Kaido's dragon body as a jump rope. That was probably the most memorable part of the episode. Another funny moment followed as Luffy took a full Conquerer of Three Worlds Ragnaraku from Kaido which knocked his head into the dome causing everyone eyes to popped out like cartoons.

The animation really changed after Luffy forced his heart to beat like drums again so he could regain his gear 5 after it wore off and began to take a toll on his body. I just loved the art and the animation of this part looking absolutely beautiful. The battle continued with the anime expanded on the manga with Luffy ended up punching Kaido straight through the head with conqueror's and Armament Haki which seemingly killed him.

I just can't wait for thr next few episodes for the finale of this epic battle.

This is definitely one of the best One Piece episodes ever! I was speechless and extra hyped all episode There are some amazing black and white art at the beginning of the episode with Kid's life flashing before his eyes before unleashing Damned Punk. The animation and direction are top tier. Law using Kroom, Anaesthesia; Puncture Wille causing most of Big Mom's damage is epic. They added an extra scene where Law and Kid are fighting Big Mom showcasing incredible choreography so cleanly. Law using Shambles teleporting around Big Mom and slicing her was animated so smoothly as well. Also there are extra scenes where Luffy vs Kaido, Yamato is fighting the Kazenbo and Momo pulling Onigashima from the Flower capital are all animated superbly. The anime also made Big Mom's ultimate devil fruit homie Misery a lot more terrifying in the anime which newest killed Eustass Kid. Overall the MVP was Trafalgar Law.

This is a perfect episode really, the pacing, animation, art, music, voice acting, direction all too tier. The perfect debut for the first Toei American director Henry Thurlow.

Toei once again like last episode for Sanji did an amazing job for Zoro vs King. The animation and choreography were once again so well done. King finally had his face revealed after Zoro destroyed his mask and he does look great in the anime.

King's flashback with Kaido made me feel sorry for him as he was captured, tortured and experimented on because of his Lunarian heritage. It was Kaido the one who saved him when he first started his pirate crew drawing parallels to Luffy saving Zoro and making him join. It was really emotional when King asked Kaido if he could chance the world and Kaido replied that he is the only who could. The ending of flashback was also emotional when King promised Kaido that he's never lose just like Zoro promised Luffy after his defeat against Mihawk.

The action scenes were incredible with Zoro using Three Sword Style Ultra Tiger Hunt, One Sword Style Bird Dance King of Hell Three Sword Style: Onigiri to damage King after Zoro finally found out his weakness of having less durability when the flames on his back are off but King gains speed in return. King uses multiple Imperial Flaming Wings in the anime which Toei made its animation so beautiful. Zoro was able to use Kinemon's Fire Fox Style to counter and cut all of King's dragon fire attack but King attacked him with Extra Large Imperial Flaming Wings but Zoro was able to overpower it with King of Hell Three Sword Style: 103 Mercies Dragon Damnation to finally defeat King and cut off his right wing while also destroying his sword.

The episode ended with the letter Z on to be continued screen probably a referencd to Legend of Zorro. Overallt a fantastic and perfect episode!

What an awesome episode with Sanji unlocking his new powers Ifrit Jambe thanks to his new genes mutation giving him new exoskeleton plus armament haki he can make even hotter flames which turned blue. Sanji gave Queen a 10 kick combo then finish him off with Bouef Burst to finally ended Queen's reign of terror. Queen was also discovered to be the culprit that hit the girl but Sanji got blamed for it.

The animation is incredible the last fight and the flashback of Sanji discovering his new identity of accepting his new Germa powers but remain Sanji the cook of the Straw Hat Pirates. That flashback added to the anime made it more emotional giving Sanji massive character development.

The music in the fight was also perfect with Let's Battle being the sound track always gives me the hype . Overall a perfect episode the best episode for Sanji.

This episode is amazing! I have been waiting for so long for this part of the manga to he animated. The animation at the end when Luffy and Yamato did their combo snake attacks against Kaido was immaculate. The episode started off with Yamato vs Kaido which was intense. Some flashbacks of Yamato are seen to show that she was not alone and she had friend who cared for her such as Ace, the three samurais, a beast pirate in the past but they all have died. Currently she has Luffy and Momo who do care for her. The episode then went to Momo learning how to fly as a dragon and overcome his fear of heights. A funny gag follows where Momo and Luffy crashes into Kaido's dome and then his castle going from 1st-5th floor. The episode ends with Yamato and Luffy teaming up their attacks. Luffy using Gear 4 Snakeman Gomu-Gomu no Jet Culverin coated with conquerors haki and armament haki and Yamato using her strongest attack Divine Swiftness White Serpent which probably also uses both conquerors and armament haki. Toei did an amazing job animating this combo attack, the art looks so great and really detailed for every characters. The pacing was also great cause they've almost animated an entire chapter with 15 pages which is kinda unusual recently. Overall a spectacular episode full of excitement and emotion.

I watched One Piece Film Red last Friday and I re watched it yesterday on 4DX. What an spectacular experience it was the second time. The plot, characters, music

The music is what really makes this movie special with versatile vocals range from Ado. Ado really fits the singing voice of Uta because both are Divas and both have their identity hidden from the World. The music fits the Uta's devil fruit Uta-Uta no Mi which can be used effectively for people who has musical talents. I've already been listening to her One Piece Film Red songs months before watching the movie and I love every one of them. Each song made me feel all kinds of emotions from excitement to sadness and to feeling chilled. The song "New Genesis" or "New Age", makes me feel super excited with its beat and melody. The second song "I Am Invincible" or "I Am the Strongest", is also another exciting song which captures the incredible fights and adventures the Straw Hats have been through. The scene of the song was also visually stunning where she fights off all the enemy pirates. The third song "Backlights", really shows the rage of Uta as she fights against the Straw Hat Pirates. The fourth song being "Fleeting Lullaby", has insane vocal range also containing a rap verse. The fifth song "Tot Musica" gives me chills the more I listen to it. This song summons the monster Tot Musica. This song shows Uta's rage and her loneliness where she had been suffered for so long while being away from Shanks and Luffy which she finally snaps and go insane. All Uta wanted was to make the whole world happy and to end all conflicts. Tot Musica has incredible lyrics just like reciting a curse to summon the powerful music demon. Ado's powerful and deep voice really adds something extra special to this song. The second last song "The World's Continuation", is a sad and slow song which really brings me to tears at times. This song really display the time Luffy and Uta spent together in their childhood as best friends and rivals. Luffy and Uta finally reunited and a lot happened in the movie but they ended up getting separated which makes me feel really sad and this song emphasis it. The final song "Where the Wind Blows", is similar to the previous song. This song is used as the movie's ending also bringing me into tears. This song remarkably represents Uta being the daughter of Shanks and their relationship along with Luffy as her best friend. Even though they are separated, Uta will always be Shanks' daughter and part of the Red Hair Pirates family.

Furthermore, the movie is visually appearing containing many different colours. The ways they show the songs and fights were colourful with nice animations. The characters have their new outfit where all of them get to demonstrate some of the strongest abilities with limited screen time which may come as a spoiler for those who are not caught up to the manga. The screen time of Shanks might be limited but he still manages to show off a few moves against Kizaru and the final battle against Tot Musica. Shanks also showed off his immense mastery of all three types of Haki in the film shocking even the admirals. Lastly Luffy unfortunately doesn't get that much time to fight but he is able to use his strongest form in the movie before the official anime release which is a big spoiler.

The plot revolves around Luffy, Uta and Shanks. Uta finally reveals herself to the public in a live concert while also streaming it around the world. However, it was not just a ordinary concert. She plans to create a new era where there is no conflict, despair or death. She ultimately wants to make everyone happy. She plans to use her devil fruit abilities to trap everyone in the Uta world which is a dreamlike utopian world as a result of listening to her singing. Inside it she can manipulate and control everything like magic. She plans to create a utopia where she can be with Luffy and her fans around the world where they can live forever. However it is not the true freedom she was hoping for.

Lastly, the action scenes are well animated but it was really fast paste. There are some extraordinary teamwork from the pirates in the final battle. There are some nice moments with Shanks and Luffy along with Usopp and his father Yasopp.

I throughly enjoy this movie and it's underrated to some degree because not everyone enjoys musical however an anime musical hits differently. Toei and Ado have done an amazing job with these songs.

Yamato vs Kaido and Nami vs Ulti! This episode shows Nami finally is able to defeat Ulti with Zeus and Usopp. Nami getting a massive power up with Zeus utilising Big Mom's technique Thunderbolt. This attack is Nami's strongest attack so far which finally defeats Ulti once and for all. With two Tobi Roppo defeated and Bao Huang accidentally announced it to everyone causing the Beat Pirates to lose their fighting spirits. Usopp captured Bao Huang with his Special Attack Green Star: Devil allowing Tama to speak through her as a microphone broadcasting all over Onigashima. Tama gives her speech by ordering all the gifters who ate her kibi dango which is her devil fruit power able to control all the gifters turning against Kaido's army. Tama's speech like Momo's last episode was able to give hope to the alliance also adding numbers which greatly turned the tide of the battle.

The pacing of this episode was also great in this episode additionally, the art at the end where Yamato confronting Kaido which is a bit different. Yamato clashing with Kaido is so well done with added CGI effects.

This episode certainly can do better than 8.4...

Wow, this episode was insane! The animation popped off. This episode really showed the effects of conqueror's Haki clearly with red and black lightning. The anime extended the fight scenes which makes it even more amazing. The art and sound of the duel really adds that extra magic to this episode. The action was so well choreographed showing how strong Kaido really is while Luffy barely holding on his own despite his new conquerors haki power up. Big Mom with her new attack Maser Canon vs Ulti while Nami's group try to escape. We also got to see funny interactions with Sanji, Zoro and Law while sharing a really nice moment. This episode deserved higher rating than just 9.4.

Amazing episode, the start of Robin's long awaited 1v1 fight and the best Tobi Roppo fight at Onigashima. Kaido's hybrid form is shown earlier in the anime which Toei made him look so cool. Yamato hiding Momo and fighting the Beast Pirates. Carrot vs Perospero, so many fights are happening all around.

This episode had the best fights. The fighting animation, the choreography, the music and VA were all so well done in this episode which made me feel extremely excited every second.

All the characters showed new techniques. Luffy used his Gear 4 transformation then used Gomu-Gomu no Kong Gun where he compressed his rubber fist fired a powerful punch at Kaido. Luffy then utilised a new technique called Gomu-Gomu no Kong Rifle which he compressed and twisted his fist before unwinding while unleashing a powerful spinning punch. Luffy later on on used Rhino Schneider where he compressed his legs and unleashed a powerful double kick. Luffy finished the episode with his second new technique Gomu Gomu no Kong Gatling, a furry of extremely powerful haki punches. Kid used his magnet powers to create Punk Rotten with metal scraps which resembled a robot and used Punk Vise to try to crush Kaido. Kid then later used Slam Gibson onto Kaido. Law created his usual Room, used Takt to control giant boulders like telekinesis and dropped them onto Kaido. He then used his strongest attack Gamma Knife onto Kaido's dragon form heart which caused him a lot of pain. Killer also used Sonic Scyther where he spun his punisher scythes so fast that it creates sound waves which damages Kaido internally. Zoro was one of the highlights of this episode. Zoro asked Law to send him up to Kaido and Luffy which Law reluctantly used Takt to do so. Zoro was able to used Flame Rend and cut Kaido's Bolo Breath to save Luffy. Zoro attempted to hit Kaido with One Sword Style Flying Dragon Blaze which Kaido felt Oden's presence whjch made him worried enough to dodge it. It ended up scratching Kaido's dragon form's face and cut off a giant horn on Onigashima. This implied that the attack would have wounded or scarred Kaido if the attack wasn't avoided. Big Mom used Indra with Zeus and another new technique called Thunder God Tenjin which turned the tides into her and Kaido's favours. Kaido also used Demolition Gust, a powerful wind attack where it could cut through anything. It was the same attack that cut off Kiku's arm but it was easily avoided or blocked by the Worst Generation.

An amazing battle overall and we will have much more to see. I am looking forward to later manga chapters to getting animated.

Yamato reveals her past and dreams to Momo and Shinobu. The anime extended the scenes with her fighting Ace and them hanging out while getting drunk. Ace taught Yamato many life lessons and that she should be free no matter what even if she ca5 choose her parents. Yamato dreams to be Oden who sets out to sea and live freely therefore one day her goal is to be free of her shackles being placed on her by Kaido. Ace keeps telling Yamato about Luffy and he will be the strongest pirate in the world. These scenes in this episode are so wholesome while being emotional at the same time.

This is one of the very best One Piece episode ever. Animation wise it's probably the best, Megumi Ishitani and Eiichiro Oda together makes One Piece peaked and internet breaking. It starts Yamato's flashback with Ace and the anime added a beautiful fantasy sequence of Luffy, Ace, Sabo stating their dreams and Yamato is in it. Luffy and Roger said their unknown dream at the same time which is not just about being the Pirate King. Yamato was so happy and made Ace a vivre card using his hair which he then gave it to Luffy all the way back at Alabasta. This is why Oda's foreshadowing is so great because after all these years he created a significant character being Yamato.

Yamato was being so happy after meeting Ace and was looking forward to meeting him again and set out to the sea with him and Luffy in the next time they'll meet. The scene then instantly cut to despair when a piece of Ace's Vivre card was burning showing Ace was about to die. The soundtrack here was emotional where they used Whitebeard's OST to emphasise the sadness of Yamato. Although Yamato lost all hope she had because of Ace's death and her being unable to beat Kaido, there was hope because Ace mentioned about his little brother Luffy. Yamato remembers Oden's word that in more than 20 years after his death there will be young pirates who will take down Kaido. This gives her hope and she will wait for Luffy and set sail with him. The soundtrack then changes to Oden's theme while showing members of the Worst Generation; Law, Kid, Killer, Zoro, Luffy making their way up the rooftop to confront Kaido and Big Mom.

Luffy after meeting with the other four Worst Generation members and two Emperors, saw Kinemon and the other Red Scabbards lying down badly wounded. This scene is so well done as Luffy walks in between Kaido and Big Mom while ignoring them to go and help Kinemon. Kinemon tearfully asks Luffy to carry Wano on his back and Luffy promises that he will. Kinemon thanked Luffy and is indebted to him. Luffy asks Law to teleport them down below and Law does so by switching their places with some gourds.

Kaido asked what Luffy to say whag he wanted to ne and attacks him from behind, Luffy dodges Kaido's attack, we then see the flashbacks in Luffy's perspective which is so well done from Zou to Whole Cake Island to Wano, all the hardship of him and his friends been through, all the pain and sadness, sacrifice of Yasuie, Pedro, Dogtorm and Catviper. Luffy unleashed a new technique using his advanced armament haki Gear 3 Punch Gomu-Gomu no Red Roc and punched Kaido. The animation here was incredible, the art, music, voice acting are all done to perfection. Toei used the first One Piece opening "We Are" as Luffy channels his ryuo to attack Kaido who got knocked down and is actually feeling pain. He then heards Luffy answering his question by declaring he is the man who will surpass them and become the Pirate King!!!

In this episode when Tengen went up against Gyutaro, the animation went crazy when it's all exploding with fireworks and bombs from his Sound Breathing. It's definitely one of the best anime episodes I've ever seen. Daki fighting against Zenitsu and Inosuke was so nicely created. Tanjiro awakening his demon slayer mark was very well executed. This episode had everything from the anime adaptation, animation, soundtrack, extending the fights albeit without explanations of Tengen's abilities. Overall a 10/10 episode.

Tanjiro continues his fight against Daki and got a massive power up using Hinokami Kagura the Dance of the Fire God also known as Sun Breathing which causes Daki seeing a memory of Muzan's which traumatised him till this day. Nezuko got an amazing transformation too. Things are so flashy and flamboyant right now! Dohade ikuze!

This episode has everything the manga had and it was in fact better than the manga chapter. It had funny moments between Yamato and Momo at the start of the episode. After that, Black Maria playing her samisen was such a great build up to the fight between Oden's samurai and Kaido. Oden's theme song was then played at the start of the fight and it gets emotional during the flashback of Oden. The flashback transitioned very well towards the battle at the end with Oden Two-Sword Style Togen Totsuka which was very well done visually and emotionally. The animation for this episode was superb filled with awe inspiring soundtrack. Definitely one of the best episodes ever, now I can't wait until Luffy gets up there to face Kaido again.

This is one of the best One Piece episodes, that last scene with the Nine Scabbards attacking Kaido was so beautifully well done. Luffy and Yamato's relationship developed further and hopefully she will be the next crew member of the Straw Hat Pirates. Momo declaring his name also gave me chills. Great episode!

This was a great episode it had everything from the manga with great pacing compared to last episode. I can't wait for their fight with Kaido!

Toei saved the best for the epic fight between Oden vs Kaido and I loved how they have extended the fight to make it even more interesting. It turns out that Kaido had to cheat to win. So much emotion of betrayal and epic moments in this fight.

Epic episode! It started off with Orochi's back story and how he usurped the throned from Oden which made us hate him even more. Then it finishes off with showing the true power of the late Pirate King Gol D. Roger who fought both Oden and Whitebeard. Fantastic animation from this scene, I just can't wait for next week where the anime extends the fight!