: Luffy, Nami, Chopper, and Carrot knock out Marine soldiers and steal their uniforms to sneak into the base.
Fans and critics often compare this arc to the fan-favorite due to the infiltration premise and the use of Marine disguises. While it is filler, it is praised for its high production quality and the introduction of characters that feel grounded in the world established by Eiichiro Oda.
: A dual-sword-wielding Marine obsessed with women, who ironically recognizes Nami from her wanted poster after proposing to her in the cafeteria. Key Highlights One Piece Episode 780
: A 17-year-old Captain with a hot-headed personality, a red mohawk, and a mysterious robotic left arm.
: The episode concludes with Grount excitedly preparing to test his skills against Luffy. Reception and Impact : Luffy, Nami, Chopper, and Carrot knock out
One Piece Episode 780: A Hungry Front! Luffy and the Marine Rookies
: The Straw Hats' cover is blown when Luffy’s hunger leads to a commotion in the cafeteria. Vice Admiral Prodi, the base commander and an old friend of Garp, recognizes Luffy and triggers the base-wide alarm. : A dual-sword-wielding Marine obsessed with women, who
: A physically large, soft-hearted rookie who previously served with Grount under Aokiji.
