Toei's Egghead Arc Ignites One Piece Fans' Fervor

The Egghead Arc of the One Piece anime debuted on January 7, showcasing Toei Animation's new art style and introducing the anime's opening and ending themes along with the new arc. Fans are thrilled with the treatment of the series for its final saga.

In the episode, the Straw Hats encounter a large, warm eddy, only to find a younger-looking Jewelry Bonney trapped inside when Zoro slices it open. Luffy comes to the rescue, saving both the girl and Chopper from falling into the sea. As the Thousand Sunny is threatened by a monster from below, tension mounts.

One Piece anime leaves fans ecstatic over the final saga animation

One Piece anime fans enthusiastically embraced the new animation style, finding that it seamlessly complemented the vibe of the latest Egghead Arc. Despite its departure from previous arcs, fans were enamored with the change.

The general consensus among fans was that One Piece episode 1089 was the most well-directed episode in the franchise. As a result, many expressed a desire for the director of this episode to helm the entire final saga.

Image placeholder: Screenshot of fans reacting to the new animation of the One Piece anime. (Image via Toei Animation)

The animation of the mother flame by Toei Animation in the anime received high praise from fans, as it effectively portrayed Imu's ruthless eradication of the entire Lulucia Kingdom. With such a strong start to 2024, fans of the One Piece anime are optimistic about the great things to come in the coming year.

Moreover, enthusiasts expressed excitement over the animation of the introduction theme song. They speculated that Toei Animation was also enthusiastic about the arc, as they revealed the battles from the Egghead Arc in the opening theme video.

The episode also showcased some impressive animated shots of Roronoa Zoro, leading fans to believe that Toei Animation truly appreciated the character and put in extra effort to portray him perfectly in the anime.

Fans particularly enjoyed his slashing scene and noted how his jawline was well depicted in the anime. Additionally, they observed the extra lines and sequences added for the interaction between Zoro and Sanji, indicating Toei Animation's dedicated efforts to adapt the Egghead Arc.

The changes in the One Piece series have sparked strong reactions from fans. (Image via Toei Animation)

Fans have also taken aim at MAPPA over the staff details of the new One Piece anime. Vincent Chansard, who was part of MAPPA's team for animating Jujutsu Kaisen season 2, was among several animators who struggled with the poor planning of the animation studio.

Upon discovering that the animator was affiliated with Toei Animation, it became clear that they had a preference for working on a weekly anime rather than any project by MAPPA.

To add insult to injury, fans of Dragon Ball were dismayed to see Toei Animation consistently deliver high-quality animation for One Piece while their own series was only being released as movies. Despite the forthcoming premiere of the original anime Dragon Ball Daima in 2024, many fans would have preferred a second season of Dragon Ball Super.

Editor's P/S

As a Gen Z netizen and a huge One Piece fan, I am incredibly excited about the start of the Egghead Arc and the new art style that Toei Animation has introduced. The fresh visuals perfectly capture the vibe of this latest saga, and I can't wait to see how the story unfolds. The opening and ending themes are also fantastic, setting the tone for what promises to be an epic adventure.

However, I can't help but feel a bit disappointed with the animation quality of some recent One Piece episodes. While the Egghead Arc has been visually stunning, there have been instances where the animation has felt rushed or inconsistent. I understand that producing a weekly anime series is a challenging task, but I hope Toei Animation can maintain a high level of quality throughout the final saga.

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