One Piece Episode | 963

Viewers get to see a younger, prime version of Whitebeard, which is a massive treat for those who only knew him from the Marineford Arc .

Oden begs to join the crew, but Whitebeard is hesitant due to Oden’s wild nature. He sets a grueling test: Oden must hold onto a chain being dragged by the ship for three days in the open ocean. One Piece Episode 963

Many fans on Reddit and IMDb praised the high-quality animation of the Oden vs. Whitebeard fight, noting the "insane" visuals and pacing. Viewers get to see a younger, prime version

The episode also provides critical backstory for the Akazaya Nine, showing how Oden saved Inuarashi, Nekomamushi , and Kawamatsu from being bullied by Wano citizens who treated them as "monsters". Why Fans Love This Episode Many fans on Reddit and IMDb praised the