Summary:
Zoro is left to fight Eric while Luffy and the other straw pirates run to the ship to get to the Lost Island, only to find more trouble.
The Straw Hat Pirates reach the top of the mountain and the domed building. The soil beneath them disintegrates and they remain in the underground area. Luffy notices a piece of the collapsed ceiling that has a Sennenryu painting on it. At first, Apis believes that the Dragon’s Nest was located on this island, but upon further inspection of the ceiling paintings, Nami deduces that the Dragon’s Nest was located back on Warship Island, but sank into the sea. They are convinced that the island was actually the royal court mentioned in the Bokuden story.
Apis asks Ryu where the Dragon Nest was. After watching a flock of birds flying in the building, Ryu finally remembers that the Dragon’s Nest was indeed located east of the summit on the island of warships.
Eric appears. It turns out he was listening to the straw pirates’ conversation and now knows where the Dragon’s Nest is. Luffy attempts to break out of the building and successfully punches a hole in the wall. However, Eric jumps into a building and fights Zoro while the rest of the Straw Hat Pirates escape, along with Ryu and Apis, riding Ryu’s cart.
After fighting Zoro, Eric flees the building to chase after Ryu. Zoro chases Eric.
Eric tries to jump off the building onto a cart, but is hit in the legs by a stick thrown by Zoro. Eric finally agrees to battle Zoro. Meanwhile, the trolley finally lands near the Going Merry. Luffy reaches out and grabs Zoro and pulls him towards the ship. They sail away as Eric vows not to let the Straw Hat Pirates get away.
The Going Merry emerges from the invisible barrier, much to the marines’ surprise. Eric boards a Marine ship and Lt. Hardy commands the fleet to chase the Going Merry.
The Straw Hat Pirates continue sailing towards Battleship Island, only to be captured by Nelson Royale and his fleet. Nelson orders his ships to spread out, chaining the ships together and creating an impenetrable barrier that blocks the Going Merry. So the straw pirates decide to board the ships, kick out the marines and cut the chains.
Episode Strengths: Action-Packed Sword Fight: The episode supplies an thrilling sword fight among Zoro and Eric, showcasing Zoro’s abilties and highlighting the potential risks the Straw Hats might face. Focuses on Zoro’s Strength: The episode allows Zoro to take middle degree, demonstrating his impressive swordsmanship and unwavering spirit. Nami’s Resourcefulness Highlighted: The episode showcases Nami’s function as navigator and her essential contribution to the team’s success. Sets the Stage for the Alabasta Arc: The episode successfully transitions the tale into the Alabasta Arc, leaving visitors eager to look the crew’s subsequent journey. Weaknesses (Optional) Limited Character Development Beyond Zoro and Nami: The episode in the main makes a speciality of Zoro’s combat and Nami’s discovery, with minimal development for different Straw Hat individuals. Predictable Outcome for Zoro’s Fight (for some viewers): Given Zoro’s mounted energy, viewers familiar with the series might discover the final results of his fight predictable. Overall: One Piece Episode fifty eight is a well-structured episode that gives a interesting sword combat, units the level for the Alabasta Arc, and highlights the strengths of character group members. While the episode gives limited development for some characters and might be predictable for viewers familiar with Zoro’s prowess, it efficiently supplies movement, transitions the tale, and leaves visitors engaged with the Straw Hats’ upcoming journey.