One Piece Episode 973 <Top 50 Ultimate>

This episode centers on one of the most iconic images in the entire series: holding his nine retainers aloft on a wooden plank while standing in a pot of boiling oil. Why It’s a Masterpiece

: Oden makes a deal with Kaido to spare his retainers if he survives for 60 minutes, turning a "death sentence" into a ticking-clock thriller. Key Moments to Highlight One Piece Episode 973

: As the Scabbards try to join him, he scoops them up on a massive bridge-like plank to keep them out of the heat. This episode centers on one of the most