Coming off the Straw Hats' initial arrival in Water Seven, this episode deepens their foothold in the city by putting names and faces to the key players who will drive the arc forward. The Franky Family and Iceburg are not throwaway introductions, both become central to one of One Piece's most acclaimed storylines. Everything here is connective tissue, bridging the crew's first impressions of the city with the conflicts, betrayals, and alliances that will define the Water Seven and Enies Lobby arcs.

Runtime24 min

Filler StatusCanon

Plot ImportanceMED

Air DateMay 1, 2005

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