One Piece Episode 517: The Beginning of The New Chapter! The Straw Hats Reunited!

Canon/HIGH

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dio93

5 mo

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Probably one of the most expected episodes in my life!

matsumoto_melon_467

6 mo

My brain still can't process how muscular Usopp got and seeing him walk into that bar with so much confidence made me so happy

flower_flute_499

6 mo

Zoro arriving first is the funniest thing this show has ever done and you know he is never going to let the others forget it

Episode Context

This is the episode fans waited for. After two years of separation and individual training arcs, the Straw Hat crew finally begins their long-awaited return to Sabaody Archipelago. The tone strikes a satisfying balance between triumphant anticipation and classic One Piece comedy, as Luffy, Nami, Usopp, Chopper, and others navigate their way back while dealing with a group of impostors bold enough to use the Straw Hat name. Expect character showcase moments that highlight just how much each crew member has changed, new designs, new confidence, new power. The pacing is deliberate, giving each reunion beat room to breathe rather than rushing through the payoff. Themes of loyalty, personal growth, and the unbreakable bond between crewmates drive every scene. A landmark episode that closes one era and opens another.

Runtime24 min

Filler StatusCanon

Plot ImportanceHIGH

Air DateOct 2, 2011

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