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1 week ago | 
gamerant.com | Ryan Clouse
Klabautermann are spirits of well-cared-for ships, like the one manifested by Going Merry. Imu may be an ancient spirit, possibly a Klabautermann of the Ancient Kingdom. Imu's goal may involve burying the past and sadness over losing the Ancient Kingdom crew. One Piece has always featured a large number of elements that seem small at first, yet have massive plot consequences later down the line.
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2 weeks ago | 
gamerant.com | Ryan Clouse
Part 6 of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure initially faced backlash for its finale. Some fans disliked the cast of Part 6 for perceived weaker characters. Over time, fans eventually accepted and appreciated Part 6 for its changes and contributions. Although every part of JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure has its fans, there is an overwhelming majority of readers that have a clear favorite among each section.
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2 weeks ago | 
gamerant.com | Ryan Clouse
Death is rare in One Piece, but fans predict major characters will die in the Final War Arc. Fans believe Shanks and Blackbeard are likely candidates for significant deaths in the series. Speculation also surrounds the idea that a member of the Straw Hat crew, like Zoro or Usopp, may die in the final battle. Death is a rare concept in One Piece.
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2 weeks ago | 
gamerant.com | Ryan Clouse
Avoiding the internet & social media is key to preventing One Piece manga spoilers. Catching up with the manga is the safest bet to avoid leaks and stay spoiler-free. Staying away from anime-related communities and friends who may spoil content is crucial. When it comes to One Piece, one of the most difficult things that fans watching the show for the first time can run into is spoilers.
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2 weeks ago | 
gamerant.com | Ryan Clouse
The new Fishman Island remaster cuts down unnecessary aspects of the original. Animation and pacing in the remaster have improved significantly. Fans may prefer the original over the remaster due to sacrifices made for speed and clarity. Recently, while on a six-month hiatus, One Piece did something many fans never expected. While taking a break, rather than leaving fans with a drought of content, they decided to rerelease one of the series’ most controversial arcs, Fishman Island.
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2 weeks ago | 
gamerant.com | Ryan Clouse
The God's Knights are introduced in One Piece's Elbaf Arc as powerful antagonists. Gunko stands out from other members of the God's Knights due to unique personality quirks. Fans speculate that Gunko may have a different origin, potentially leading to her joining the Straw Hat Crew. With the Final Saga well underway, new and popular characters have become a commonplace occurrence in One Piece.
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2 weeks ago | 
gamerant.com | Ryan Clouse
Magellan defeated 3 future Emperors in combat, showcasing his strength. Fans are divided on Magellan's power, some view him as weak, others as top-tier. Despite his feats, Magellan is underrated and deserves more screen time. When it comes to powerful characters in the world of One Piece, more often than not, there's a pretty clear trend of who fans think are the strongest in the series.
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2 weeks ago | 
gamerant.com | Ryan Clouse
Ace's death marked a turning point for Luffy and the series. Reviving Ace could undo emotional development. One Piece lacks consequences due to characters surviving impossible situations. Death has always been an interesting concept in the One Piece universe, mainly because it never happens. More often than not, when characters are gravely injured or in mortal danger, no matter how serious their situation is, they will survive and continue to be a vital part of the story.
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2 weeks ago | 
gamerant.com | Ryan Clouse
Pacing issues in One Piece anime stem from adapting too few chapters per episode, creating tedious viewing. Dressrosa marked the start of pacing problems, with more episodes than chapters compromising viewer experience. Despite pacing problems, hope for the series lies in potential improvements in future releases like Fishman Island. The pacing of One Piece has always been one of the series' biggest issues, especially with the anime.
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2 weeks ago | 
gamerant.com | Ryan Clouse
Every new character is theorized to join the Straw Hats. The current crew already has a strong dynamic. Vivi is believed by many fans to be the final Straw Hat. The slow introduction of the Straw Hats has always been one of the most unique aspects of One Piece. Rather than introducing the main crew right away, instead, Oda chooses to introduce new members slowly over time, allowing them to feel like more natural additions to the story.
