The "Bazooka Battle" between Luffy and the Shandia leader Wyper continues. Both combatants are remarkably resilient, with Luffy even withstanding a point-blank blast from Wyper’s bazooka.
This fight serves as the ultimate testing ground for Zoro’s new "flying blade" technique. He successfully debuts the Ittoryu: 36-Pound Cannon (36-Pound Phoenix), a long-range compressed air projectile that finally brings the elusive warrior down. Parallel Conflicts in the Upper Yard One Piece Episode 170
While Zoro is locked in combat, other key players are making moves across the island: The "Bazooka Battle" between Luffy and the Shandia
Zoro struggles initially with Braham’s hit-and-run tactics and the blinding lights, which prevent him from closing the distance for a traditional melee strike. Unlike traditional swordsmen
The core of the episode revolves around Zoro’s intense confrontation with the Shandia warrior in the Upper Yard. Unlike traditional swordsmen, Braham utilizes Flash Guns —dual pistols that emit blinding flashes to disorient opponents while firing bullets.
Robin reaches the ancient ruins and encounters a Divine Soldier. Despite his attempt to force her toward God’s Shrine, she defeats him, primarily because he dared to damage the historical ruins she so deeply cherishes.
Episode 170 is a fan favorite for its choreography and technical progression. It marks the first time Zoro overcomes the limitation of his range, a skill that becomes essential in his later battles. Furthermore, Enel’s direct intervention on the Straw Hats' ship shifts the tone of the arc from an adventurous treasure hunt to a desperate fight for survival.
