Luffy formally asks Jinbe to join the crew. Jinbe declines for the time being, citing "unfinished business" with Big Mom, but promises to join once his obligations are met.
The episode sets the stage for the crew's first confrontation with a Yonko, as Big Mom’s subordinates (Pekoms and Baron Tamago) arrive to collect their monthly candy tribute. 💡 Why This Episode Matters One Piece Episode 571
The exchange between Luffy and Jinbe cements one of the longest-standing character arcs in the series, establishing Jinbe as the "Future Helmsman." Luffy formally asks Jinbe to join the crew
The episode focuses on the immediate aftermath of the battle against Hordy Jones and the New Fish-Man Pirates. While the threat of the coup is over, the biological fallout of the "Energy Steroids" begins to take effect on the villains, causing them to age rapidly into frail old men. 💡 Why This Episode Matters The exchange between
King Neptune reveals that the "treasure" Luffy is about to receive is actually rigged with explosives.