: Common complaints included slow pacing—specifically the amount of time spent on the characters simply running—and the recurring issue of static shots typical of the long-running Dressrosa adaptation.
: Their eccentric duel continues at the SMILE Factory. One Piece Episode 688
: Law remains incapacitated by Seaprism Stone handcuffs. Robin informs Luffy that she is sending Leo, Rebecca, and Bartolomeo to deliver the cuff keys to them at the sunflower field. Robin informs Luffy that she is sending Leo,
: While riding his bull, Ucy, Luffy is approached by the Funk Brothers (Bobby and Kelly), who point him toward an underground tunnel shortcut to reach Doflamingo. However, this is revealed as a betrayal to claim Doflamingo’s bounty; Luffy and Law are lured into a dead end flooded with water where Doflamingo himself appears to confront them. : Zoro continues his struggle against the massive
: Zoro continues his struggle against the massive stone-merged executive. Critical Reception
: The "beetle flight" sequence is often cited for its unique animation and creative travel method. The ending cliffhanger with Doflamingo's appearance was highly praised for its sudden shift in tone.