The episode highlights the deep-seated prejudice against Fish-Men in the One Piece world.
Future major players Eustass Kid and Trafalgar Law witness the punch from the audience, signaling the start of their dynamic with Luffy.
This report covers , titled "The Fist Explodes! Destroy the Auction," which originally aired on June 14, 2009. It is widely considered one of the most iconic and satisfying episodes in the series' history. Episode Overview Arc: Sabaody Archipelago Arc One Piece Episode 396
Monkey D. Luffy, Saint Charlos , Hatchan, Eustass Kid, Trafalgar Law, and Camie. Plot Summary
This act marked the first time a pirate openly attacked a World Noble, effectively declaring war on the World Government. Destroy the Auction," which originally aired on June
The beginning of the Celestial Dragon Hit-and-Run Incident .
Reviewers and fans frequently cite this as the " most satisfying punch " in anime due to the build-up of Charlos's cruelty. Luffy, Saint Charlos , Hatchan, Eustass Kid, Trafalgar
The episode centers on the Human Auctioning House on Grove 1 of the Sabaody Archipelago. The Straw Hat Pirates' plan to peacefully buy back their mermaid friend, Camie, is ruined when the World Noble Saint Charlos arrives and places an unbeatable bid of 500,000,000 Berries.