The episode ends with the crew successfully making it over the peak and descending into the Grand Line, where they are immediately greeted by the sight of a massive wall—which turns out to be the whale, Laboon . 2. Canon vs. Filler Status
Adapts the beginning of the Reverse Mountain Arc from the manga. Fans often advise new viewers to watch at least the second half of this episode, as it contains essential plot progression for the main series. 3. Critical Reception One Piece Episode 61
After leaving Warship Island, the Straw Hat crew is confronted by Eric the Whirlwind, who attempts to steal the "Dragonite" (fossilized dragon bones) from the Sennenryu. The episode ends with the crew successfully making
This episode is unique because it is split between filler and manga-canon content: Filler Status Adapts the beginning of the Reverse
Concludes the anime-only Warship Island story, including the final defeat of the antagonist Eric.
Luffy takes on the fight personally, fulfilling a promise to the dragon Ryu. He eventually defeats Eric by knocking him off the ship as they approach the Grand Line.