One Piece | Episode 61

The episode ends with the crew successfully making it over the peak and descending into the Grand Line, where they are immediately greeted by the sight of a massive wall—which turns out to be the whale, Laboon . 2. Canon vs. Filler Status

Concludes the anime-only Warship Island story, including the final defeat of the antagonist Eric. One Piece Episode 61

After leaving Warship Island, the Straw Hat crew is confronted by Eric the Whirlwind, who attempts to steal the "Dragonite" (fossilized dragon bones) from the Sennenryu. The episode ends with the crew successfully making

Luffy takes on the fight personally, fulfilling a promise to the dragon Ryu. He eventually defeats Eric by knocking him off the ship as they approach the Grand Line. Filler Status Concludes the anime-only Warship Island story,

The crew reaches the massive Red Line continent. They must navigate the Going Merry up the dangerous currents of Reverse Mountain , which is the only way to enter the Grand Line from the East Blue.

This episode is unique because it is split between filler and manga-canon content:

Episode 61 is a pivotal transition point in the One Piece series, serving as both the finale to the anime-original Warship Island Arc and the official beginning of the Reverse Mountain Arc . 1. Plot Overview