178 : Bursting Slash! Zoro Vs. Ohm! Apr 2026

The episode is well-regarded for its "lightning pace" once Zoro gets serious and for the strategic way he deals with an opponent who can read his mind.

Watch the intense conclusion of the battle as Zoro unleashes his signature flying slash technique: 178 : Bursting Slash! Zoro vs. Ohm!

Fans often point to the moment Zoro removes his goggles and ties his green bandana as the turning point where the fight pace shifts drastically. The episode is well-regarded for its "lightning pace"

“As far as action is concerned, Zoro's fight was definitely the highlight. Zoro summoned up all his strength to pull a 108 pound cannon slash out of the bag, which split Ohm's iron defence up the middle and took him out.” Tumblr Zoro summoned up all his strength to pull

This episode introduces the three-sword version of Zoro's flying slash attack, mathematically explained as Pound Cannon. Community Perspectives

Zoro initially struggles as Ohm uses Mantra to predict his movements and keeps him at a distance with a malleable "iron whip" sword.