Summary:
Gan Fall cannot handle Shura and loses the battle. Meanwhile, Satori finally defeats Luffy and Sanji.
Satori assembled his Ball Dragon, which consists of surprise balls with gunpowder and projectiles, and throws it at Luffy, Sanji, and Usopp. Aisa finished collecting the Vearth and returned to her village where she was seen sneaking in by Kamakiri. Wyper is seen discussing the current Gan Fall event that occurred in the Upper Yard with the other warriors and the village head. Wyper tells them that as long as there is a God trying to rule them, they will rebel. Raki tried to reason with him that Gan Fall might not be an enemy in some sense, but Wyper dismissed her reasoning, saying that it would only bother him.
Pagaya is seen repairing the wool brought by the Straw Hats and discussing with Conis how to help the Straw Hats escape. Meanwhile, the battle between Gan Fall and Shura continued and Gan Fall lost. Zoro, Nami, and Robin continue exploring the forest. The battle between Luffy and Satori continues. Chased by the Ball Dragon, Luffy ran towards a tree and happened to come behind the string that Satori uses to control the ball dragon. Luffy breaks the string of branches, causing Satori to lose control of the ball dragon. Luffy brings the ball dragon towards Satori which ends up exploding. Leaving the battlefield to search for the ship, Usopp is able to find an exit from the forest. Luffy finally catches up to Satori and wraps his arms and legs around him, Sanji tells Luffy not to let go. Together, Sanji and Luffy defeat Satori.
Episode Strengths: Action-Packed and Thrilling Fight: The episode can provide a thrilling and brutal combat series, showcasing Zoro’s willpower and his mastery of swordsmanship. Focuses on Zoro’s Development: The episode highlights Zoro’s increase as a swordsman, emphasizing his unwavering dedication, strategic questioning, and the awakening of his effective new approach. Introduction of a New Technique: The episode introduces Zoro’s "Three Sword Style: Great Slash," adding a brand new layer to his preventing fashion and raising the stakes in destiny battles. Cliffhanger Ending Builds Suspense: The episode concludes with a cliffhanger that continues viewers engaged and eager to see how the Straw Hats will cope with the remaining threats inside Rainbase. Weaknesses (Optional): Limited Character Development Beyond Zoro (for a few viewers): The episode commonly focuses on Zoro’s struggle, leaving minimal room for character improvement for different characters. Predictability of Zoro’s Victory (for a few viewers): For viewers familiar with the idea of overcoming seemingly invincible warring parties in shonen anime, Zoro’s eventual victory might sense relatively predictable. Overall: One Piece Episode 163 is a exciting and pivotal episode inside the Alabasta Arc. It delivers an action-packed fight sequence, showcases Zoro’s boom as a swordsman, and introduces a powerful new method. While the episode might provide restrained man or woman development past Zoro and a few predictability for seasoned anime visitors, it effectively builds suspense and leaves viewers keen to peer the subsequent chapter within the Straw Hats’ battle within Rainbase.