: Initially scoffing at Nami's advice, he later guides Luffy to the scaffold with hidden motives but is transformed into a "super-fan" by the episode's end.
: Referred to by cast member Jacob Romero as a character approaching the world with "childlike wonder," he begins to find his bravery this season as the crew enters the Grand Line. Episode Summary [S2E1] bOy
The season premiere follows the Straw Hats to , the site of Gold Roger's execution. While Zoro obtains new swords and Sanji searches for food, Luffy is captured by Buggy and Alvida. The episode concludes with a mysterious storm and a silhouette (Monkey D. Dragon) helping Luffy escape Captain Smoker. : Initially scoffing at Nami's advice, he later
: The premiere also features a brief, surprising cameo of Sabo as a young boy in a flashback, hinting at his future importance. While Zoro obtains new swords and Sanji searches
In Season 2, Episode 1, titled " The Beginning and the End ," the most significant "boy" introduced is Bartolomeo (played by Nahum Hughes ) . He appears as a mysterious green-haired thief in Loguetown who eventually becomes Monkey D. Luffy's biggest fan after witnessing Luffy's defiant smile at the execution platform. Key Character Highlights