One Piece arcs are like chapters in an epic saga, contributing to the grand journey of Monkey D. Luffy to become the Pirate King. From East Blue to the New World, these arcs have taken fans on a rollercoaster ride of emotions, introducing new characters, providing world-shaking revelations, showing some of the most thrilling battles, and many more in anime history.
Even though every One Piece arc has its merits, some stand out as true masterpieces of storytelling. So, among those, the 5 best arcs in the story have been ranked for fans to watch before the beginning of a new journey in Elbaf, it could be the perfect time to look back at the storyline that has shaped this beloved series.
5. Fish-Man Island Arc Monkey D. Luffy vs Hordy Jones | Credit: Toei Animation
The Fish-Man Island Arc marks a turning point in One Piece, which shows the Straw Hat crew...
Even though every One Piece arc has its merits, some stand out as true masterpieces of storytelling. So, among those, the 5 best arcs in the story have been ranked for fans to watch before the beginning of a new journey in Elbaf, it could be the perfect time to look back at the storyline that has shaped this beloved series.
5. Fish-Man Island Arc Monkey D. Luffy vs Hordy Jones | Credit: Toei Animation
The Fish-Man Island Arc marks a turning point in One Piece, which shows the Straw Hat crew...
- 9/19/2024
- by Akihito Chakma
- FandomWire
From thrilling action scenes to compelling characters, Eiichiro Oda’s One Piece has earned a notable status in the community by influencing millions of viewers worldwide. Ever since its debut in Weekly Shonen Jump in 1997, One Piece has produced over 1100 chapters and 100 volumes.
Oda-sensei has been enthralling fans for over 25 years, highlighting his ability to address complex themes and issues within the framework of a shonen manga. By airing for decades, One Piece has influenced many new viewers, leaving them awe-struck by Oda’s splendid narrative and viewing his work as a masterpiece.
Luffy and his crew (Straw Hats) in One Piece | Credits: Toei Animation
Many fans believe that the extensive episode count is a key factor behind the show’s immense success, showcasing Oda-sensei’s exceptional foreshadowing skills as an author. There are several manga creators who have surpassed the legendary mangaka in terms of longevity, and Hajime no Ippo...
Oda-sensei has been enthralling fans for over 25 years, highlighting his ability to address complex themes and issues within the framework of a shonen manga. By airing for decades, One Piece has influenced many new viewers, leaving them awe-struck by Oda’s splendid narrative and viewing his work as a masterpiece.
Luffy and his crew (Straw Hats) in One Piece | Credits: Toei Animation
Many fans believe that the extensive episode count is a key factor behind the show’s immense success, showcasing Oda-sensei’s exceptional foreshadowing skills as an author. There are several manga creators who have surpassed the legendary mangaka in terms of longevity, and Hajime no Ippo...
- 9/18/2024
- by Mehul Rolta
- FandomWire
Eiichiro Oda’s One Piece has been enthralling fans for over 25 years, leaving a memorable impression on generations of kids. Luffy’s journey to become the King of the Pirates narrates the epic tale of friendship and adventure, without leaving a moment of boredom.
One Piece is arguably the most influential anime globally, alongside being the best-selling manga series in history highlights its immense popularity among fans. Ever since its debut in Weekly Shonen Jump in 1997, Eiichiro Oda’s masterpiece has produced over 1100 chapters and 100 volumes. Despite its long list of episodes, One Piece continues to draw several new viewers to the series, leaving them awe-struck by Oda-sensei’s splendid narrative and compelling characters.
Straw Hat Pirates | Credit: Toei Animation
Many fans hail Oda-sensei’s masterpiece as the greatest, forming deep emotional connections with every character they’ve grown to love. The gigantic world of One Piece introduces fans to a set of memorable characters,...
One Piece is arguably the most influential anime globally, alongside being the best-selling manga series in history highlights its immense popularity among fans. Ever since its debut in Weekly Shonen Jump in 1997, Eiichiro Oda’s masterpiece has produced over 1100 chapters and 100 volumes. Despite its long list of episodes, One Piece continues to draw several new viewers to the series, leaving them awe-struck by Oda-sensei’s splendid narrative and compelling characters.
Straw Hat Pirates | Credit: Toei Animation
Many fans hail Oda-sensei’s masterpiece as the greatest, forming deep emotional connections with every character they’ve grown to love. The gigantic world of One Piece introduces fans to a set of memorable characters,...
- 9/16/2024
- by Mehul Rolta
- FandomWire
Eiichiro Oda’s world of pirates and their adventures is eagerly waiting for a major One Piece bout between the Blackbeard Pirates and the Straw Hat Pirates. Ever since the aspect of Luffy and Blackbeard being the polar opposites of each other has been introduced, fans have much anticipation for their battle, as it will most probably change the face of the story.
Blackbeard and Luffy | Credit: Toei Animation
There might still be a little more time before their battle begins, as both characters have now moved forward in the direction of their goals. They will certainly collide when their paths meet again, but the one thing that fans fear is the fact that Blackbeard might win against Luffy using his deceitful personality.
However, there is a chance that Luffy is already one step ahead of Blackbeard, as one of his “allies” has managed to gain an entrance into the crew.
Blackbeard and Luffy | Credit: Toei Animation
There might still be a little more time before their battle begins, as both characters have now moved forward in the direction of their goals. They will certainly collide when their paths meet again, but the one thing that fans fear is the fact that Blackbeard might win against Luffy using his deceitful personality.
However, there is a chance that Luffy is already one step ahead of Blackbeard, as one of his “allies” has managed to gain an entrance into the crew.
- 9/16/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Spoiler Alert !!!One Piece anime episode 1119
The recently released One Piece anime episode 1119 has finally revealed the intriguing storyline of Sabo learning about Imu and the rest of the Five Elders’ powers. Not only that, he also found out about the Poneglyphs and the role they play in the fate of the One Piece world. However, fans are more concerned about how Sabo managed to escape the clutches of the strongest authorities in the world.
Sabo – One Piece | Credit: Toei Animation
Sabo is one of the strongest characters in One Piece, as he is the second in command of the Revolutionary Army. But even he is not capable of facing all the Five Elders and Imu together and live to tell the tale. Considering the fact that Luffy couldn’t even ward off the Five Elders, even having so much help from Egghead.
Thus, there is a theory that hints...
The recently released One Piece anime episode 1119 has finally revealed the intriguing storyline of Sabo learning about Imu and the rest of the Five Elders’ powers. Not only that, he also found out about the Poneglyphs and the role they play in the fate of the One Piece world. However, fans are more concerned about how Sabo managed to escape the clutches of the strongest authorities in the world.
Sabo – One Piece | Credit: Toei Animation
Sabo is one of the strongest characters in One Piece, as he is the second in command of the Revolutionary Army. But even he is not capable of facing all the Five Elders and Imu together and live to tell the tale. Considering the fact that Luffy couldn’t even ward off the Five Elders, even having so much help from Egghead.
Thus, there is a theory that hints...
- 9/16/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
One of the biggest problems that anime fans face while getting into the mindset of watching One Piece is the fact that it is over 1100 episodes long and has over 45 arcs. It is one of the longest-running anime and manga series in the world and it has just reached its final saga. Therefore, by the time new fans reach the last narratives, the series will be over.
One Piece | Credit: Toei Animation
One thing that works best for One Piece fans is to avoid the filler arcs and only focus on the major narratives that connect the main storyline. As there are 15 filler arcs, fans can avoid a large chunk of episodes and not miss anything. These arcs are just used to prolong the story so that a safe distance can be maintained between the manga and the anime.
This gives Eiichiro Oda and the editors of One Piece a...
One Piece | Credit: Toei Animation
One thing that works best for One Piece fans is to avoid the filler arcs and only focus on the major narratives that connect the main storyline. As there are 15 filler arcs, fans can avoid a large chunk of episodes and not miss anything. These arcs are just used to prolong the story so that a safe distance can be maintained between the manga and the anime.
This gives Eiichiro Oda and the editors of One Piece a...
- 9/16/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
The concept of Devil Fruits in One Piece is shrouded in mystery. No one knows where they originated from or to what extent their powers can go. The only major update known about them is that when awakened, they grant the user immeasurable strength and help them greatly in battle.
Devil Fruits in One Piece | Credit: Toei Animation
Although the awakening of Devil Fruits was introduced early on, it only gained traction during the Wano arc. As of now, the strongest Devil Fruit awakening fans have seen is Luffy’s Nika transformation, also known as Gear 5. However, the first Devil Fruit awakening was foreshadowed by Eiichiro Oda at the beginning of the series.
Many fans believe that the first character to awaken his Devil Fruit was none other than Enel, the former god of Skypiea and the main antagonist of the Skypiea arc. His most powerful ability feels more than...
Devil Fruits in One Piece | Credit: Toei Animation
Although the awakening of Devil Fruits was introduced early on, it only gained traction during the Wano arc. As of now, the strongest Devil Fruit awakening fans have seen is Luffy’s Nika transformation, also known as Gear 5. However, the first Devil Fruit awakening was foreshadowed by Eiichiro Oda at the beginning of the series.
Many fans believe that the first character to awaken his Devil Fruit was none other than Enel, the former god of Skypiea and the main antagonist of the Skypiea arc. His most powerful ability feels more than...
- 9/15/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
The most enigmatic character of One Piece, Red-Haired Shanks, has been making frequent moves ever since the narrative entered the final saga. According to the recent updates in the One Piece anime, Shanks has declared to go after the One Piece treasure and probably claim it for himself, but it still doesn’t explain which side he is on.
Shanks from One Piece | Credit: Toei Animation
Fans have been questioning Shanks’ character ever since he met the Five Elders, and many even believe that he might be the big bad villain who will turn the tables during the conclusion. However, nothing can be said as of yet because Eiichiro Oda has a habit of introducing twists at the most crucial time.
One thing that could give a great insight into Shanks’ character is his past and his origins. But Oda has not revealed much about his past either. Thus, fans...
Shanks from One Piece | Credit: Toei Animation
Fans have been questioning Shanks’ character ever since he met the Five Elders, and many even believe that he might be the big bad villain who will turn the tables during the conclusion. However, nothing can be said as of yet because Eiichiro Oda has a habit of introducing twists at the most crucial time.
One thing that could give a great insight into Shanks’ character is his past and his origins. But Oda has not revealed much about his past either. Thus, fans...
- 9/12/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Spoiler Alert !!!One Piece chapter 1126 spoilers
The long-standing theory about Red-Haired Shanks being the evil villain of One Piece has been a major point of concern for many One Piece fans. This theory has been discussed multiple times, and the portrayal of Shanks in the recent chapters has not helped it in any way. In fact, it has only strengthened the assumption that Shanks is going to betray Luffy in the end.
Red-haired Shanks | Credits: Toei Animation
However, the recently released spoilers of One Piece chapter 1126 have given a major insight into Shanks’ character and his care for Luffy. While it has not been officially confirmed by Eiichiro Oda or the One Piece narrative, the recent development unequivocally proves Shanks’ innocence as a One Piece character.
According to the upcoming chapter, Shanks’ intention was never to hurt Luffy and only wanted to see what kind of relationship he had developed...
The long-standing theory about Red-Haired Shanks being the evil villain of One Piece has been a major point of concern for many One Piece fans. This theory has been discussed multiple times, and the portrayal of Shanks in the recent chapters has not helped it in any way. In fact, it has only strengthened the assumption that Shanks is going to betray Luffy in the end.
Red-haired Shanks | Credits: Toei Animation
However, the recently released spoilers of One Piece chapter 1126 have given a major insight into Shanks’ character and his care for Luffy. While it has not been officially confirmed by Eiichiro Oda or the One Piece narrative, the recent development unequivocally proves Shanks’ innocence as a One Piece character.
According to the upcoming chapter, Shanks’ intention was never to hurt Luffy and only wanted to see what kind of relationship he had developed...
- 9/12/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
One Piece 1126 Spoilers: Has Shanks Finally Started a War Against Luffy by Attacking His Old Friend?
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The question about Shanks’ intentions in One Piece has been one of the biggest mysteries for fans. Ever since he had a meetup with the Five Elders, fans have been skeptical about Shanks’ character and whether he is on the good side or bad. While some fans want Shanks to be the intended mentor that he is portrayed by Eiichiro Oda, others want to see him bring the biggest betrayal.
Shanks Meeting The Gorosei | Credit: Toei Animation
Fans have also developed many bizarre theories to prove Shanks’ innocence, but none of them had much evidence to support them. Be it the ‘evil twin’ theory or the ‘loyalty to his former Captain’ theory, Shanks’ character development has been confusing fans for so many years. But now Oda might have ended all the confusion regarding Shanks.
The spoilers for the upcoming One Piece chapter 1126 have recently been released on the internet,...
The question about Shanks’ intentions in One Piece has been one of the biggest mysteries for fans. Ever since he had a meetup with the Five Elders, fans have been skeptical about Shanks’ character and whether he is on the good side or bad. While some fans want Shanks to be the intended mentor that he is portrayed by Eiichiro Oda, others want to see him bring the biggest betrayal.
Shanks Meeting The Gorosei | Credit: Toei Animation
Fans have also developed many bizarre theories to prove Shanks’ innocence, but none of them had much evidence to support them. Be it the ‘evil twin’ theory or the ‘loyalty to his former Captain’ theory, Shanks’ character development has been confusing fans for so many years. But now Oda might have ended all the confusion regarding Shanks.
The spoilers for the upcoming One Piece chapter 1126 have recently been released on the internet,...
- 9/11/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
With the revelation of the supreme ruler of the World Government, One Piece episode 1118 has taken the entire internet by storm. While Imu’s voice reveal has anime fans buzzing with excitement, manga readers are shocked by the sudden demise of one of the Five Elders, Saturn, at Imu’s hands.
After failing to capture Monkey D. Luffy, thanks to Joyboy’s Conqueror Haki turning the tables and shattering Imu’s plan, Saturn was held accountable for the mission’s failure. Imu, who was left furious by Joyboy’s presence, killed Saturn, leaving nothing but his skull in the aftermath. Later, Oda-sensei introduces Garling Figarland, replacing Saturn as the Five Great Elders.
Shanks from One Piece: The Red | Credits: Toei Animation
After exploring the mythological hints between Garling and Saturn, Fenrir is linked to Garling’s yokai transformation. Some mythological references to Garling’s yokai transformation are now reviving Shank’s evil twin theory,...
After failing to capture Monkey D. Luffy, thanks to Joyboy’s Conqueror Haki turning the tables and shattering Imu’s plan, Saturn was held accountable for the mission’s failure. Imu, who was left furious by Joyboy’s presence, killed Saturn, leaving nothing but his skull in the aftermath. Later, Oda-sensei introduces Garling Figarland, replacing Saturn as the Five Great Elders.
Shanks from One Piece: The Red | Credits: Toei Animation
After exploring the mythological hints between Garling and Saturn, Fenrir is linked to Garling’s yokai transformation. Some mythological references to Garling’s yokai transformation are now reviving Shank’s evil twin theory,...
- 9/10/2024
- by Mehul Rolta
- FandomWire
In the world of Eiichiro Oda’s One Piece, becoming a Yonko of the Sea is one of the biggest achievable titles that any pirate can have for themselves. While the series features many faces, only 4 names are worthy enough to bear that title; they are none other than Luffy, Shanks, Blackbeard, and Buggy.
Shanks. Credits: Toei Animation
Fans have witnessed the growth of Monkey D. Luffy from being a rookie to becoming an Emperor of the Sea. However, fans are immensely curious about how the Captain of the Red-Hair Pirates achieved his title. While there have been several rumors, the hosts of That One Piece Talk podcast shared their theory of how the character would have made him a notorious name in the Grand Line.
The theory states that Red-Hair might have taken down a ghost from the past who once went against the King of the Pirates with...
Shanks. Credits: Toei Animation
Fans have witnessed the growth of Monkey D. Luffy from being a rookie to becoming an Emperor of the Sea. However, fans are immensely curious about how the Captain of the Red-Hair Pirates achieved his title. While there have been several rumors, the hosts of That One Piece Talk podcast shared their theory of how the character would have made him a notorious name in the Grand Line.
The theory states that Red-Hair might have taken down a ghost from the past who once went against the King of the Pirates with...
- 9/7/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
The global release of Black Myth: Wukong has taken the world by storm as it has become one of the most popular games in such a short time. The action-adventure role-playing game has become the talk of the town, and fans can’t seem to get enough of it. However, it may have gotten a competitor that could challenge it in terms of action and graphics.
Black Myth: Wukong | Credit: Game Science
This game is called One Piece Fighting Path, and although it is only for Android operating systems (smartphones), it may reach the level of Black Myth: Wukong in terms of popularity if it gets a global release. This is because, as of now, it has only been released in China.
The 3D Arpg mobile game developed by China Mobile Games and Entertainment Group (Cmge) and licensed by Toei Animation was released in 2020, but it is still relevant, which...
Black Myth: Wukong | Credit: Game Science
This game is called One Piece Fighting Path, and although it is only for Android operating systems (smartphones), it may reach the level of Black Myth: Wukong in terms of popularity if it gets a global release. This is because, as of now, it has only been released in China.
The 3D Arpg mobile game developed by China Mobile Games and Entertainment Group (Cmge) and licensed by Toei Animation was released in 2020, but it is still relevant, which...
- 9/7/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Of all the major deaths in One Piece, Portgas D Ace’s death in the Marineford arc was the most gut-wrenching one. Although his death was devastating to several readers and viewers, it catalyzed Luffy’s character growth and transformation. It also left several burning questions unanswered regarding Jimbei’s survival from the Akainu’s magma punch.
Portgas D Ace’s death in One Piece | Credit: Toei Animation
Apart from being a helmsman of the Straw Hat Pirates, Jimbei is one of the strongest fishmen who holds extreme resilience and strength. While he’s a skilled Fishman Karate master, his survival of Akainu’s fatal magma punch had several fans drawing comparisons between him and Ace regarding the Admiral’s attack.
Reddit users respond to Jimbei’s survival of magma punch
Jimbei appears as the helmsman of the Straw Hat Pirates in Eiichiro Oda‘s One Piece. Apart from being...
Portgas D Ace’s death in One Piece | Credit: Toei Animation
Apart from being a helmsman of the Straw Hat Pirates, Jimbei is one of the strongest fishmen who holds extreme resilience and strength. While he’s a skilled Fishman Karate master, his survival of Akainu’s fatal magma punch had several fans drawing comparisons between him and Ace regarding the Admiral’s attack.
Reddit users respond to Jimbei’s survival of magma punch
Jimbei appears as the helmsman of the Straw Hat Pirates in Eiichiro Oda‘s One Piece. Apart from being...
- 9/6/2024
- by Himanshi Jeswani
- FandomWire
In the field of anime, Hajime Isayama’s Attack on Titan has always been a noteworthy name that shook the anime industry in 2013. With a gripping plot and unanticipated twist that would make the audience sit at the edge of their seats, the series is as big as it gets! As a result, even after several hiatuses, fans were patiently waiting for four years for the series to continue with its anime adaptation.
Eren Yeager. Credits: Mappa
The wait was worthwhile because, in an industry primarily dominated by the Shonen series, Isayama-San’s stellar work rose to popularity, and everyone in the otaku community was talking about it. However, the series could not continue with its consistency because the ending had divided the fans, where some loved the ending while others hated it.
The manga has announced a secret project that will be unveiled on September 9, 2024, to celebrate its 15-year anniversary,...
Eren Yeager. Credits: Mappa
The wait was worthwhile because, in an industry primarily dominated by the Shonen series, Isayama-San’s stellar work rose to popularity, and everyone in the otaku community was talking about it. However, the series could not continue with its consistency because the ending had divided the fans, where some loved the ending while others hated it.
The manga has announced a secret project that will be unveiled on September 9, 2024, to celebrate its 15-year anniversary,...
- 9/3/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
The idea of Red-Haired Shanks being evil has become a strong possibility ever since he announced that he is going to claim the One Piece for himself. Fans have become more certain that Shanks might be hiding a big secret, and his actions during the finale could have a big impact on the narrative as a whole.
Red-haired Shanks | Toei Animation
However, there are still some Shanks’ stans who believe that Shanks is a morally wise character and the one who is doing all the evil deeds is actually his twin brother. While there was not much evidence supporting the twin Shanks theory, a recent discovery by a One Piece fan might just be the thing fans needed to support their theory.
According to the discovery, Eiichiro Oda has already dropped multiple hints about Shanks having an evil twin, and the most important one among them is Shanks’ meeting with Whitebeard in the past,...
Red-haired Shanks | Toei Animation
However, there are still some Shanks’ stans who believe that Shanks is a morally wise character and the one who is doing all the evil deeds is actually his twin brother. While there was not much evidence supporting the twin Shanks theory, a recent discovery by a One Piece fan might just be the thing fans needed to support their theory.
According to the discovery, Eiichiro Oda has already dropped multiple hints about Shanks having an evil twin, and the most important one among them is Shanks’ meeting with Whitebeard in the past,...
- 7/31/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Shanks being an evil character is a possibility that has crossed the mind of almost every One Piece fan. His mysterious actions as an Emperor of the Sea and Eiichiro Oda’s need to keep his true intentions a secret have prompted fans to believe that he might have an ulterior motive. And this ulterior motive would make him an antagonistic figure.
Shanks Declares to Claim One Piece | Viz Media
Since the beginning of One Piece, Shanks has posed as a wise mentor to Luffy, motivating him to achieve his dream of being a pirate. He has also helped Luffy in more than one way during his journey, which Luffy does not know about. However, there is a strong possibility that all of this was a sham and he actually was planning all this for his own goals.
These indications have given rise to multiple theories about how Shanks would...
Shanks Declares to Claim One Piece | Viz Media
Since the beginning of One Piece, Shanks has posed as a wise mentor to Luffy, motivating him to achieve his dream of being a pirate. He has also helped Luffy in more than one way during his journey, which Luffy does not know about. However, there is a strong possibility that all of this was a sham and he actually was planning all this for his own goals.
These indications have given rise to multiple theories about how Shanks would...
- 7/30/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
The world of One Piece created by mangaka Eiichiro Oda, has captivated fans for over two decades with its storylines and diverse cast of characters. However, a debate has emerged within the fandom regarding Oda’s portrayal of female characters. While some praise the variety and depth of women in the series, others criticize what they perceive as a lack of diversity in body types and clothing choices.
Eiichiro Oda’s One Piece Opening 26 | Toei Animation
This ongoing discussion has led to speculation about Oda’s artistic influences, including a potential bias towards Nami’s design, possibly inspired by his wife. As it continues, fans are divided on whether his representation of women is truly egalitarian or limited to a specific aesthetic.
The Debate on Female Character Design
Eiichiro Oda‘s fans argue that the series features diverse female design, while others claim it suffers from “same-face syndrome.” Supporters point...
Eiichiro Oda’s One Piece Opening 26 | Toei Animation
This ongoing discussion has led to speculation about Oda’s artistic influences, including a potential bias towards Nami’s design, possibly inspired by his wife. As it continues, fans are divided on whether his representation of women is truly egalitarian or limited to a specific aesthetic.
The Debate on Female Character Design
Eiichiro Oda‘s fans argue that the series features diverse female design, while others claim it suffers from “same-face syndrome.” Supporters point...
- 7/27/2024
- by Akihito Chakma
- FandomWire
Fandoms of popular anime often try to discover the stronger characters in the anime. The One Piece fandom is also one of them. Whenever a new fight sequence comes up, they always try to make comparisons with powerful characters to understand the ranks. Power scaling has been one of the weirdest things that has left the fans arguing instead of enjoying the fighting sequences to their fullest.
Recently, one of the fans brought up the example of Kizaru vs. Benn Beckman during the Paramount War. They posted on social media how everyone tries to make everything a competition. They found it to be too polarizing.
Benn Beckman stopping Kizaru (Credit: Toei Animation)
The Paramount War took place years ago, but power scaling and comparison are still ongoing. The Shonen stories often suffer due to the fans setting over-the-top expectations for certain characters. All because of power scaling.
One Piece Is...
Recently, one of the fans brought up the example of Kizaru vs. Benn Beckman during the Paramount War. They posted on social media how everyone tries to make everything a competition. They found it to be too polarizing.
Benn Beckman stopping Kizaru (Credit: Toei Animation)
The Paramount War took place years ago, but power scaling and comparison are still ongoing. The Shonen stories often suffer due to the fans setting over-the-top expectations for certain characters. All because of power scaling.
One Piece Is...
- 7/26/2024
- by Priyanko Chakraborty
- FandomWire
The heavy hitters of One Piece have finally started making their movies ever since the final saga started. While fans have seen characters like Imu, Blackbeard, the Five Elders, Shanks, etc. trying to form their narratives, the only organization that has yet to make a significant change in the story is the Revolutionary Army, especially their Supreme Commander, Monkey D. Dragon.
Monkey D. Dragon in One Piece | Toei Animation
Dragon has been one of the biggest mysteries in the series, and he is the only one who could give Shanks and Imu a competition in terms of the lowest screen time in the One Piece series. Fans are eager to find out what Dragon has kept hidden in his arsenal, especially his Devil Fruit abilities if he has any.
However, according to a One Piece theory, Dragon might possess the powers of the fourteenth Logia Devil Fruit, specifically something related to the wind.
Monkey D. Dragon in One Piece | Toei Animation
Dragon has been one of the biggest mysteries in the series, and he is the only one who could give Shanks and Imu a competition in terms of the lowest screen time in the One Piece series. Fans are eager to find out what Dragon has kept hidden in his arsenal, especially his Devil Fruit abilities if he has any.
However, according to a One Piece theory, Dragon might possess the powers of the fourteenth Logia Devil Fruit, specifically something related to the wind.
- 7/26/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Eiichiro Oda is sailing into the final stretch of his magnum opus as everyone turns to look for the One Piece. Seeing that it is in its final saga, fans have been sitting on the edge of their seats for the longest time, awaiting any possible development they couldn’t see coming or one that Oda had planned for the longest time.
Shanks from One Piece | Credit: Toei Animation
Everyone, ever since the series first began, has been asking the same question; what is the One Piece? While the mangaka has been extremely tight-lipped about it, the anticipation and curiosity isn’t something he has any control over. The evergrowing eagerness of the fans only blasted exponentially as the race to the mysterious treasure continued to get more and more formidable players.
The One Piece Could Get in the Wrong Hands
The four Yonkos; Luffy, Shanks, Blackbeard, and Buggy have...
Shanks from One Piece | Credit: Toei Animation
Everyone, ever since the series first began, has been asking the same question; what is the One Piece? While the mangaka has been extremely tight-lipped about it, the anticipation and curiosity isn’t something he has any control over. The evergrowing eagerness of the fans only blasted exponentially as the race to the mysterious treasure continued to get more and more formidable players.
The One Piece Could Get in the Wrong Hands
The four Yonkos; Luffy, Shanks, Blackbeard, and Buggy have...
- 7/25/2024
- by Adya Godboley
- FandomWire
The only pirate crew to ever reach Laugh Tale and discover the One Piece treasure was the Roger Pirates, but even they shocked the fandom when they revealed that they arrived on the island twenty years earlier. This proved that there was something on an island that would take 20 years and possibly bring a big change to the One Piece world.
Roger Pirates – One Piece | Toei Animation
However, the Roger Pirates couldn’t wait for twenty years as their captain, Gol D. Roger, was suffering from a disease, and he did not have much time. Thus, he motivated other pirates to go after the One Piece treasure and uncover the truth, but he never revealed what he actually found on the island that could be claimed as the One Piece treasure.
A popular One Piece theory takes all of these events into account and gives a definitive answer to the question,...
Roger Pirates – One Piece | Toei Animation
However, the Roger Pirates couldn’t wait for twenty years as their captain, Gol D. Roger, was suffering from a disease, and he did not have much time. Thus, he motivated other pirates to go after the One Piece treasure and uncover the truth, but he never revealed what he actually found on the island that could be claimed as the One Piece treasure.
A popular One Piece theory takes all of these events into account and gives a definitive answer to the question,...
- 7/23/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
One Piece is full of exciting characters. Each has a story that engulfs the entire fandom. Eiichiro Oda’s storytelling and character designs are the second best thing about him. The first is the mysteries. Even after running for more than two decades, One Piece’s popularity is still on the rise. The main reason for this is the mysteries. While the mangaka takes his time to reveal the answers, fans often spin new theories.
The biggest secret is One Piece’s true nature. But recently, another mystery seems to headline the news. The last panel of One Piece chapter 1121 saw all the potential participants in the upcoming war. While most of them were known faces, there was a shadowy figure among them. The fans could not decipher who it was, but their sword looked like Gryphon. With that information in mind, the fans are speculating that it could be Shanks’ twin brother.
The biggest secret is One Piece’s true nature. But recently, another mystery seems to headline the news. The last panel of One Piece chapter 1121 saw all the potential participants in the upcoming war. While most of them were known faces, there was a shadowy figure among them. The fans could not decipher who it was, but their sword looked like Gryphon. With that information in mind, the fans are speculating that it could be Shanks’ twin brother.
- 7/22/2024
- by Priyanko Chakraborty
- FandomWire
The lineage of Red-Haired Shanks has been the biggest identity question about the character in One Piece. His mysterious and limited presence in the One Piece narrative has led fans to question every move he makes and doubt his intentions as a pirate. But the event that marked the beginning of fans questioning Shanks’ character was when he met the Gorosei.
Shanks Meeting The Gorosei | Toei Animation
From there on, One Piece fans made the assumption that Shanks was a Celestial Dragon and thus he was working as a spy in the pirate world. These assumptions were further strengthened when Figarland Garling made an appearance in the manga, and his physical appearance from his past paralleled Shanks’.
While fans have developed a pretty solid case about Shanks being a celestial dragon, there is a One Piece theory that not only negates this case but also reveals Shanks’s true heritage in the series.
Shanks Meeting The Gorosei | Toei Animation
From there on, One Piece fans made the assumption that Shanks was a Celestial Dragon and thus he was working as a spy in the pirate world. These assumptions were further strengthened when Figarland Garling made an appearance in the manga, and his physical appearance from his past paralleled Shanks’.
While fans have developed a pretty solid case about Shanks being a celestial dragon, there is a One Piece theory that not only negates this case but also reveals Shanks’s true heritage in the series.
- 7/22/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Anime and manga fans have always compared Luffy, Ichigo, and Naruto, the protagonists of “The Big Three”: One Piece, Bleach, and Naruto. While these comparisons primarily focus on the strengths and abilities of the characters, there are other aspects that fans need to consider while trying to prove which character is the better protagonist.
Luffy in One Piece (Credits: Toei Animation)
Although the stories of Ichigo and Naruto have ended in their respective series, Luffy still has a few years left. One Piece has just entered the final saga, and it gives Luffy a chance to prove that he is a better protagonist than Ichigo and Naruto. And there is one aspect of the narrative that could help him gain the title.
This aspect involves Luffy writing his own legacy. Unlike Ichigo and Naruto, Luffy does not follow in the footsteps of his father, and that’s what makes him unique.
Luffy in One Piece (Credits: Toei Animation)
Although the stories of Ichigo and Naruto have ended in their respective series, Luffy still has a few years left. One Piece has just entered the final saga, and it gives Luffy a chance to prove that he is a better protagonist than Ichigo and Naruto. And there is one aspect of the narrative that could help him gain the title.
This aspect involves Luffy writing his own legacy. Unlike Ichigo and Naruto, Luffy does not follow in the footsteps of his father, and that’s what makes him unique.
- 5/3/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
A recent chapter of the Egghead Island arc in One Piece has created a lot of stir among the One Piece fans. The chapter majorly focused on the much-awaited fight between Admiral Kizaru and the cook of the Straw Hat Pirates, Sanji. The fight certainly lived up to its expectations and was quite entertaining.
One Piece – Egghead Arc
However, one panel of chapter 1107 which featured the Sanji vs. Kizaru fight, has shocked One Piece fans. The panel showed Sanji not only stopping one of Kizaru’s laser attacks but also splitting it into pieces. This has come as a shock to One Piece fans because something like this has never been done before in the series.
By creating this panel Eiichiro Oda has broken a cardinal rule of One Piece because stopping laser attacks much less splitting it into pieces is deemed impossible in One Piece.
Sanji Stops Kizaru’s...
One Piece – Egghead Arc
However, one panel of chapter 1107 which featured the Sanji vs. Kizaru fight, has shocked One Piece fans. The panel showed Sanji not only stopping one of Kizaru’s laser attacks but also splitting it into pieces. This has come as a shock to One Piece fans because something like this has never been done before in the series.
By creating this panel Eiichiro Oda has broken a cardinal rule of One Piece because stopping laser attacks much less splitting it into pieces is deemed impossible in One Piece.
Sanji Stops Kizaru’s...
- 3/22/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
The Gorosei have reached the Egghead Island and are trying to stop Dr. Vegapunk’s video to go live. Monkey D. Luffy, along with Dorry and Broggy, are fighting them. All of them have unleashed their true Devil Fruit form, and the fans were shocked to see their monstrous strengths. Currently, the Gorosei are trying to lay down everyone and everything on the Egghead Island.
Even though they are taking such drastic steps to keep the world order intact, the fans have become more curious about a certain past incident. During the Reverie arc, Red-Haired Shanks was seen to have a secret meeting with the Five Elders at Mariejois and mentioned talking about a certain pirate. Shanks has always been protective of Monkey D. Luffy. So, it raised several questions after the Elders came for Luffy’s head.
Shanks Might Be Wary About Blackbeard Red-Haired Shanks
In One Piece chapter...
Even though they are taking such drastic steps to keep the world order intact, the fans have become more curious about a certain past incident. During the Reverie arc, Red-Haired Shanks was seen to have a secret meeting with the Five Elders at Mariejois and mentioned talking about a certain pirate. Shanks has always been protective of Monkey D. Luffy. So, it raised several questions after the Elders came for Luffy’s head.
Shanks Might Be Wary About Blackbeard Red-Haired Shanks
In One Piece chapter...
- 3/21/2024
- by Priyanko Chakraborty
- FandomWire
Fans of One Piece are on the edges of their seats with the fully realized, exciting, and complex plot that the Egghead Island arc has developed into. Surprisingly, the excitement is now fragmented, since manga creator and artist Eiichiro Oda announced a three-week sabbatical from both writing and drawing the work.
Given that Oda often takes short breaks or only takes them under extreme circumstances, the sheer notion of his choosing to take such a lengthy vacation alarmed the supporters. However, this might as well be different. After Weekly Shonen Jump’s issue number 17’s 1111th episode was published, fans had to wait almost four weeks for the next chapter.
Could the reason behind the hiatus be related to Eiichiro Oda’s health? Mihawk Fighting Luffy
Although the statement did not explain Oda’s vacation, it did stimulate conjecture and guesswork from the audience. Following conjecture about Oda’s possible health troubles,...
Given that Oda often takes short breaks or only takes them under extreme circumstances, the sheer notion of his choosing to take such a lengthy vacation alarmed the supporters. However, this might as well be different. After Weekly Shonen Jump’s issue number 17’s 1111th episode was published, fans had to wait almost four weeks for the next chapter.
Could the reason behind the hiatus be related to Eiichiro Oda’s health? Mihawk Fighting Luffy
Although the statement did not explain Oda’s vacation, it did stimulate conjecture and guesswork from the audience. Following conjecture about Oda’s possible health troubles,...
- 3/21/2024
- by Archak
- FandomWire
Above: 2-panel poster for Remorques aka Stormy Waters (Jean Grémillon, France, 1941). Poster by Henri Monnier.
I’ve posted a couple of gorgeous posters for the films of Jean Grémillon in other contexts, but now that the unsung auteur is getting his due with a month-long retrospective at the Museum of the Moving Image, I thought it was time to look at his entire oeuvre in posters. Grémillon has been written about often and eloquently in these pages by David Cairns, and the Notebook has just published the first part of a translation of a terrific 1978 article on the director, so I feel there’s little I can add in the way of exegesis. But I have managed to gather posters for thirteen of his feature films which I present in chronological order from 1928 to 1953. My favorite, beyond that stunning Daïnah la métisse which I’ve written about before, is the...
I’ve posted a couple of gorgeous posters for the films of Jean Grémillon in other contexts, but now that the unsung auteur is getting his due with a month-long retrospective at the Museum of the Moving Image, I thought it was time to look at his entire oeuvre in posters. Grémillon has been written about often and eloquently in these pages by David Cairns, and the Notebook has just published the first part of a translation of a terrific 1978 article on the director, so I feel there’s little I can add in the way of exegesis. But I have managed to gather posters for thirteen of his feature films which I present in chronological order from 1928 to 1953. My favorite, beyond that stunning Daïnah la métisse which I’ve written about before, is the...
- 11/23/2014
- by Adrian Curry
- MUBI
Blu-ray & DVD Release Date: May 28, 2013
Price: DVD $24.95, Blu-ray $29.95
Studio: Olive Films
Marcel Marceau is Shanks.
Starring world-renowned mime Marcel Marceau in a dual role, the bizarre 1974 cult horror-fantasy film Shanks is the final movie directed by William Castle, the equally renowned gimmick-loving horror filmmaker who produced Roman Polanski’s Rosemary’s Baby just a few years earlier.
Malcolm Shanks (Marceau) is a sad deaf and mute man living with his cruel sister (Tsilla Chelton) and her husband (Philippe Clay), who delight in making him miserable. His only pleasure, it seems, is in making and controlling puppets. This talent that earns him a job as a lab assistant to an weird professor (also Marceau) who is working on ways to re-animate dead bodies with electrodes and manipulating their bodies as if they were on strings. When the professor suddenly dies one night, Shanks gets the idea to apply their experimental results to a human body,...
Price: DVD $24.95, Blu-ray $29.95
Studio: Olive Films
Marcel Marceau is Shanks.
Starring world-renowned mime Marcel Marceau in a dual role, the bizarre 1974 cult horror-fantasy film Shanks is the final movie directed by William Castle, the equally renowned gimmick-loving horror filmmaker who produced Roman Polanski’s Rosemary’s Baby just a few years earlier.
Malcolm Shanks (Marceau) is a sad deaf and mute man living with his cruel sister (Tsilla Chelton) and her husband (Philippe Clay), who delight in making him miserable. His only pleasure, it seems, is in making and controlling puppets. This talent that earns him a job as a lab assistant to an weird professor (also Marceau) who is working on ways to re-animate dead bodies with electrodes and manipulating their bodies as if they were on strings. When the professor suddenly dies one night, Shanks gets the idea to apply their experimental results to a human body,...
- 3/29/2013
- by Laurence
- Disc Dish
French actor known for her role as the cantankerous widow in Tatie Danielle, the 1990 film directed by Étienne Chatiliez
With her remarkable portrayal of the cantankerous, mean-spirited and selfish widow in Tatie Danielle (1990), Tsilla Chelton joined the ranks of those elderly female performers who, after a long career in show business, suddenly find themselves as film stars. Like Katie Johnson in The Ladykillers (1955) and Ruth Gordon in Harold and Maude (1972), Chelton, who has died aged 93, finally moved into the limelight in her 70s.
In this second feature directed by Étienne Chatiliez, Auntie Danielle manipulates everyone around her, including her great-nephew, his family and a housekeeper whom she regularly abuses, until she meets her match in a young woman paid to look after her. Not pathetic or twinkly-eyed, as older people are generally depicted in the movies, Chelton, in the antipathetic title role, is on screen most of the time, not seeking understanding,...
With her remarkable portrayal of the cantankerous, mean-spirited and selfish widow in Tatie Danielle (1990), Tsilla Chelton joined the ranks of those elderly female performers who, after a long career in show business, suddenly find themselves as film stars. Like Katie Johnson in The Ladykillers (1955) and Ruth Gordon in Harold and Maude (1972), Chelton, who has died aged 93, finally moved into the limelight in her 70s.
In this second feature directed by Étienne Chatiliez, Auntie Danielle manipulates everyone around her, including her great-nephew, his family and a housekeeper whom she regularly abuses, until she meets her match in a young woman paid to look after her. Not pathetic or twinkly-eyed, as older people are generally depicted in the movies, Chelton, in the antipathetic title role, is on screen most of the time, not seeking understanding,...
- 7/22/2012
- by Ronald Bergan
- The Guardian - Film News
Shanks (1974) Direction: William Castle Cast: Marcel Marceau, Tsilla Chelton, Philippe Clay, Cindy Eilbacher, Larry Bishop, Don Calfa Screenplay: Ranald Graham Oscar Movies Schlock-master William Castle's Shanks, a little-known curiosity piece, is the story (written by Ranald Graham) of Malcolm Shanks, a deaf-mute puppeteer who leaves his abusive family to go to work for the creator of a device that brings the dead back to life. Shortly after sharing his secrets with the puppeteer, the scientist dies. Since pantomimist Marcel Marceau stars as both the deaf-mute and the scientist, Shanks offers precious little dialogue. In fact, long stretches of the film have no speech at all. And with title cards to connect the scenes, Shanks plays almost like a silent movie. It's really too bad it wasn't filmed in black and white. In this dream-like fantasy, Shanks continues the resuscitation process on the scientist himself. But instead of a complete resurrection,...
- 3/21/2011
- by Danny Fortune
- Alt Film Guide
By Lee Pfeiffer
Tomorrow, Turner Classic Movies (North America) offers an eclectic line-up of intriguing movies as well as flat-out classics. Beginning in the wee small hours of the morning, TCM presents two films I confess I've never heard of: Shanks, a 1974 movie starring Marcel Marceau (!) as a puppeteer who raises the dead and Mr. Sardonicus, with the wonderful Oskar Homolka as a man who forces a doctor to try to cure him from bearing a perpetual grin on his face. During the day, TCM presents some real gems: Humphrey Bogart's last movie The Harder They Fall and a line-up of back-to-back terrific Westerns: Alavarez Kelly with William Holden and Richard Widmark, Will Penny with Charlton Heston, True Grit with John Wayne and Sam Peckinpah's Ride the High Country. If these don't have you glued to your seat, the evening wraps up with Cagney in White Heat followed...
Tomorrow, Turner Classic Movies (North America) offers an eclectic line-up of intriguing movies as well as flat-out classics. Beginning in the wee small hours of the morning, TCM presents two films I confess I've never heard of: Shanks, a 1974 movie starring Marcel Marceau (!) as a puppeteer who raises the dead and Mr. Sardonicus, with the wonderful Oskar Homolka as a man who forces a doctor to try to cure him from bearing a perpetual grin on his face. During the day, TCM presents some real gems: Humphrey Bogart's last movie The Harder They Fall and a line-up of back-to-back terrific Westerns: Alavarez Kelly with William Holden and Richard Widmark, Will Penny with Charlton Heston, True Grit with John Wayne and Sam Peckinpah's Ride the High Country. If these don't have you glued to your seat, the evening wraps up with Cagney in White Heat followed...
- 3/12/2010
- by nospam@example.com (Cinema Retro)
- Cinemaretro.com
The William Castle Film Collection (Sony Pictures Home Entertainment, $80.95) includes eight pictures produced and directed by master showman Castle. In Part One of this lengthy DVD review, I dissected four of them—13 Ghosts, Homicidal and the two best, The Tingler and Mr. Sardonicus. Believe you me, it was a ghastly business! As Sardonicus would say, “I have known a ghoul—a disgusting creature that opens graves and feeds on corpses.” Like a DVD reviewer. See here.
In this epic conclusion, I am fitted out with a Strait-jacket (about time!) and also chronicle Zotz!, 13 Frightened Girls and The Old Dark House, the three Castle entries new to DVD (which lack the short, individual “making of” documentaries accompanying the other five). Only two of these eight flicks were shot in color (Girls, House); theatrical trailers are included with all of the movies. And that’s all you need to know as we continue—in amazing Screamarama,...
In this epic conclusion, I am fitted out with a Strait-jacket (about time!) and also chronicle Zotz!, 13 Frightened Girls and The Old Dark House, the three Castle entries new to DVD (which lack the short, individual “making of” documentaries accompanying the other five). Only two of these eight flicks were shot in color (Girls, House); theatrical trailers are included with all of the movies. And that’s all you need to know as we continue—in amazing Screamarama,...
- 10/21/2009
- by no-reply@starlog.com (David McDonnell)
- Starlog
William Castle is a hero around the Dread Central offices. The man was a true showman in every sense of the word and knew how to deliver laughs, chills, and lunacy like no other! Come this October fans will be getting a box set to scream about courtesy of Sony Pictures Home Entertainment -- The William Castle Film Collection!
From the Press Release
The master of ballyhoo who became a brand name in movie horror with his outrageous audience participation gimmicks will be remembered on October 20 when the William Castle Film Collection debuts from Sony Pictures Home Entertainment. The set features eight of the legendary producer/director’s most notable films, including The Tingler (1959), 13 Ghosts (1960), Homicidal (1961), Mr. Sardonicus (1961), and Strait-Jacket (1964). Also included in the collection are Zotz! (1962), The Old Dark House (1963), and 13 Frightened Girls (1963), each making their DVD debuts. The extensive bonus materials include original theatrical openings, alternate sequences, vintage footage,...
From the Press Release
The master of ballyhoo who became a brand name in movie horror with his outrageous audience participation gimmicks will be remembered on October 20 when the William Castle Film Collection debuts from Sony Pictures Home Entertainment. The set features eight of the legendary producer/director’s most notable films, including The Tingler (1959), 13 Ghosts (1960), Homicidal (1961), Mr. Sardonicus (1961), and Strait-Jacket (1964). Also included in the collection are Zotz! (1962), The Old Dark House (1963), and 13 Frightened Girls (1963), each making their DVD debuts. The extensive bonus materials include original theatrical openings, alternate sequences, vintage footage,...
- 8/17/2009
- by Uncle Creepy
- DreadCentral.com
Today we've got not one, but two reviews of the new killer-kiddie film Orphan. The film, which opens wide Today has been controversial, and now we've got two differing opinions courtesy of Fangoria's West Coast contributor Pat Jankiewicz (currently in San Diego at Comic-Con) and Fangoria Magazine managing editor Michael Gingold (currently in Montreal at Fantasia).
Pat says:
A little Russian girl comes to live with a well-to-do family that is reeling from a personal tragedy in Dark Castle's Orphan. While that is the simple premise, it doesn't indicate what a first-rate horror movie Orphan is. Orphan is scary and fun, with a truly nasty sense of humor. Like last summer's The Strangers, it shows how many nervous laughs and creepy scares can be wrung out of a well-traveled premise if a new spin is added.
Orphan is a back to basics 'killer kid' horror movie with a first-rate 'family in jeopardy' set-up.
Pat says:
A little Russian girl comes to live with a well-to-do family that is reeling from a personal tragedy in Dark Castle's Orphan. While that is the simple premise, it doesn't indicate what a first-rate horror movie Orphan is. Orphan is scary and fun, with a truly nasty sense of humor. Like last summer's The Strangers, it shows how many nervous laughs and creepy scares can be wrung out of a well-traveled premise if a new spin is added.
Orphan is a back to basics 'killer kid' horror movie with a first-rate 'family in jeopardy' set-up.
- 7/24/2009
- by no-reply@fangoria.com (Pat Jankiewicz & Michael Gingold)
- Fangoria
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