Fans generally view this episode as a satisfying payoff to the time skip. The moment Luffy "one-shots" the Pacifista—the same machine that previously defeated the entire crew—is considered one of the series' most iconic turning points.
A scene where Caribou torments and kills a captured Marine was added for the anime. One Piece (Dub) Episode 521
"One Piece" Sentou Kaishi! Misero Shugyou no Seika ... - IMDb Fans generally view this episode as a satisfying