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My review only contained one word, "disappointing"

what a fucking insane frame. wow. that COMPLETELY once again recontextualizes an older scene. oda really does a phenomenal job at that. i wondered why he did it, and now we know! great reveal.

i wonder if, truly left to her own devices, robin would actually just study the archeology of the poneglyphs, or whether she would pursue development of pluton as part of her research.

aokiji seems to think she would.

not me having the slightest bit of pity for him. like he wanted to put this whole "i had to kill my best friend" behind him, but nico robin represents his whole past he was trying to forget. i can understand that. that doesn't make him any less terrifying or erase his whole mindless government tool actions, but still.

nami's tangerine tree works quite well in this analogy, i think!

really like this moment. he is giving her a chance to prove herself. not that she should have to, but still!!!

the mark on the wall where he leaned is so cool.

nothing like our favorite captain to ruin the intensity and lighten the mood.

i like that he literally rides off into the sunset.

one of my favorite quotes in the whole show.

she's got her work cut out for her, i'd say, lmao.

what a great ep. lots of really important lore drops as of late. wonder how they will impact the coming arcs.

But in terms of Zoro and Sanji, they bring a level of legitimacy to the pirate crew by actually being very comfortable and familiar with taking orders. They also help Luffy step into the role of leader through their understanding of hierarchy.

For example Zoro does not mess around about being first mate or following Luffy’s instructions despite how ridiculous he thinks they are. He’s disciplined and grew up in a dojo so he has no ego about doing as he’s told. Especially since he chose to follow Luffy.

Sanji grew up in a kitchen and that already speaks for itself. He’s used to the strict hierarchy and again has no ego about being told what to do by his captain or what needs to be done to support him.

Which is why I love that in Water 7 Sanji and Zoro are the only two to agree that Usopp can’t come back until he initiates an apology that Luffy accepts. They understand clearly that while they are friendly and casual with their captain, he’s their captain. They won’t make it as a crew if his authority is challenged.