The episode ends with the crew reaching Heaven’s Gate , the entrance to the upper realm of Skypiea. They meet the gatekeeper, Amazon , who informs them that they must pay an entrance fee to proceed legally—a concept that naturally confuses the pirate crew. 💡 Why It Matters
The Going Merry breaks through the clouds into the "White Sea". The crew is stunned to find the "water" is actually a thick, buoyant cloud that they can float on, though Usopp nearly "drowns" in it after falling overboard. One Piece Episode 153
A mysterious old man named Gan Fall , riding a bird named Pierre, intervenes to save the crew. He introduces himself as the "Knight of the Sky" and gives them a whistle to call him if they ever need help again—though he warns them that his services aren't free. The episode ends with the crew reaching Heaven’s