The One Piece anime has now entered the most important phase of the Egghead arc, and the next five episodes are being promoted by the studio.
The One Piece anime is currently featuring the Egghead Arc while the manga is all set to begin the highly anticipated Elbaf Arc. As of episode 1117, the Reverie flashback has begun, but the truth behind Nefertari Cobra’s death remains unknown. Sabo has been framed for the murder, but he is set to reveal the truth in episode 1118.
Animation studio Toei is going all out to promote the upcoming episodes of One Piece. From Reverie’s flashback to Koby’s most powerful attack, the anime will adapt some of the most anticipated moments from the Egghead arc.
They hand out flyers with release dates to promote new episodes. Each flyer details an episode and features an illustration of the characters that will take center stage in that particular episode.
Pew, the popular One Piece account, shares: “They’re even handing out posters to let Japanese people know that the upcoming episodes are going to be huge and, and that includes:
- Cobra’s encounter with Imu and the Ancients
- Sabo’s dramatic entrance into the room
- Garp’s Second Round vs. Aokiji
- The Impact of Koby’s Honesty”
The release schedule is as follows:
- One Piece Episode 1118: September 8, 2024
- One Piece Episode 1119: September 15, 2024
- One Piece Episode 1120: September 22, 2024
- One Piece Episode 1121: October 6, 2024
- One Piece Episode 1122: October 13, 2024
Fans are certainly excited that the anime is receiving more hype than usual.
“Japan always has the coolest promos! But honestly, nothing beats seeing those epic moments on screen,” writes a fan.
Another adds: “If they do this for Imu and Garp, Luffy vs Kizaru will take over Times Square.”
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