#like maybe it was for helping make the cake and drawing attention away from strawhats or something but it was pretty ambiguous

[suguruuuuu-chan]

Once again, I love my darling. But why did they ask Sanji to help bake the cake? He's not a specialist. They knew they had other chefs helping (the ones who made the first cake and know how it's supposed to be). They had Chiffons and Puddings specialties to save the day. Why this random guy whose baking they've never tried before???

As the audience, we love to see it. Thematically the arc ends with his expertise and love of cooking/making food. But Sanji?? And when he says thanks for helping with the cake or something?? To Pudding and Chiffon. Shut up and sit down :(

YOU helped with the cake

[sparda3g]

One Piece Chapter 903 Review

One of the best part of One Piece is it has many things to be hyped for. Usually, it would be the action or drama of a character that will draw the fans’ attention, which is normal. However, One Piece could simply just say, “We are going to have a meeting just to chat and we call it Reverie,” and boom the hype skyrocketed than any other. Yes, it will be filled with the world’s greatest leaders, which is extraordinary itself, but it is because of the lore that got fans excited. That’s how phenomenal the world is built and Oda deserve all the credit. With that said the first chapter of the arc already shows great promises.

It is not without showing other promises of the Strawhats and their upgrades. For starter, Sanji has a container that is labeled “3” on it, given by Niji since he was the only one that came in contact. Once again, I am challenged on whether I should forgive the brothers as more of their small yet significant helpful works has me thinking otherwise. I don’t think it’s their way to taunt him further but a special gift for him to use, which already has hype written all over it.

I got a good laugh with Luffy and Chopper begging Sanji to not to throw the container away for they see great potential. Luffy is willing to go swimming to retrieve if Sanji dares to throw it to the ocean. Well, now I know how the series will conclude. Luffy is mirroring Senkuu from Dr. Stone as he tries to persuade him that science is amazing. Maybe it’s a shout out from Oda, but it’s likely to be a coincidence. The chance to shoot laser beams does sound amazing. I laughed more than I should with Luffy and Chopper legitimately cried over that possibility.

Nami on the other hand acquired Zeus, which is reassuring. It was one of the long running gags of the last arc and while it was fun, I thought it’s only for that arc and they will go separate ways in the end. Fortunately, Zeus is coming along, so not only she got a power-up but it continues to show how the last arc has plenty of aftermath effects. Now we have a battle of two slaves over the master. Whoever wins, she wins.

Onto the bigger news, as expected, there is a new update for the bounty posters. It’s actually one of the biggest hype of the series, which tells you everything about the strength of its world building. Sanji’s bounty has plenty of update. To begin with, his bounty is now listed as “dead or alive,” which pretty say all ties with him and the family are gone. I am aware that it was for a political reason, but it does portray that it can be manufactured with politics, even if one is a pirate by heart.

The funniest part of the scene is Sanji’s bounty has risen to 330 million berry. Sanji didn’t go out and celebrate until he gets an answer to his question: is his bounty worth higher than Zoro. Brook pretty much said yes, and then Sanji celebrates like he has finally outclassed his rival. The rivalry runs very deep. I would laugh that after Wano Country Arc, Zoro will be higher once again. If he takes down the Emperor, I look forward to Sanji’s reaction.

Speaking of reaction, the gag is how Sanji wants no ties with Vinsmoke yet any reference keeps popping up. The worst part of them all is his poster now listed him as “Vinsmoke Sanji.” That is practically being written in stone; he will live in infamy. Maybe it’s just me, but I feel like for every poster he obtained, he always leaves in disappointment; from poor drawing of him to his family’s name in display. You just can’t please the guy.

The world is now preparing for Reverie; wow, that felt good saying out loud. Back in Fishman Island, they got the news of Jinbei joining Luffy’s crew, though it doesn’t report the aftermath of the last chapter. We are left hanging and it’s likely that we won’t get any answer for a long time. Well that sucks. It’s a good thing Shirahoshi is going to Reverie along with her family; best to adapt the environment of the World Government. Hopefully, the guys aren’t aware of her as a weapon.

The best part of the chapter is the narration of the big news reported to the world. Not only does the narrator give me chills in a good way, but the reactions from multiple characters including Big Mom reminded me how vast the world is. It’s incredible how Oda came this far and continue to deliver the sensation of a wonderful world. Everything from the report gives the feel of greatness awaits.

It’s interesting how Morgans already spread the word to the world about Luffy and his recent action while fabricating some of the words that aren’t exactly true. On the other hand, the news report does tend to exaggerate the truth, so much that it can be a fake. That said the report practically made Luffy as a megastar for taking out the commanders and “convinced” Germa and Sun Pirates to join him; thus ending with a victory. Again, it is somewhat true in some sense but it was addressed vaguely to put him over big time.

If you remember Morgans stating the obvious that Luffy will be a candidate of the next Pirate King, well there’s actually more to it. It was obvious, but it didn’t address the purpose of his words; now we know. Morgans just didn’t make Luffy a megastar; he made him a new Yonkou. We now have 5 Yonkou members. Holy crap, the hype is too real. Oda wasn’t kidding when he was making the Whole Cake Island Arc the beginning of Yonkou Saga. This saga is purely Yonkou’s base.

I’m probably alone on this but I found it intriguing that whenever it comes to Reverie, the Marines will go full force on the security measure; pretty much like in real life with United Nations. It makes sense since the princess from Lulushia Kingdom was kidnapped. It is the perfect time for pirates to eye on the prize when they are traveling. I don’t know; I like the details of how the world is treated presented by Oda.

Dressrosa Kingdom was targeted next by those pirates but before their torpedo hits its target, someone sinks in, dashes towards it, and kicks it in the air. It was a cool sequence, though not sure who it was until the next page. It’s none other than Captain “talk about amazing growth from the first chapter to now” Coby. If the world building isn’t pleasing enough, the nostalgia does help as well. Helmeppo took care of those pirates easily; no help required.  Wow, I really love this lore.

Coby is such a nice guy; almost like if he has the spin-off series, he fits the Shounen protagonist traits perfectly. I don’t know why but I was awed when Coby got a word that the news broke out that revolves with Luffy. He’s a marine but he can’t help but feel so damn happy for his accomplishment. Friendship is thicker than water; yeah, I said it. I would love to see their next encounter, though hopefully not like what happened at Marineford War Arc.

I should point out that Rebecca is going to Reverie as well. I still remember my disappointment, but if there’s any rebound coming from this, I will change my mind. However, I’m not going to lie, I was a bit intrigued with her and Coby. Imagine, two pink heads colliding. Anyway, it is funny how Coby trying to remain shut about Luffy since he is technically their enemy, but Rebecca would like talk about it and somewhat flirting with him. I don’t know if there will be more than that, but I remember what I said about Sanji and Pudding. Hm… Well, in due time.

The last reactions come from the Yonkous themselves. Kaido is happening next, so I can’t wait. Blackbeard laughs at Luffy since he is nowhere near to their level. I hate to say it but he’s right. Luffy barely escaped from Big Mom and the family; what makes you think he can take on Kaido. Luffy’s fleet better be amazing powerhouse in order to win. Big Mom reacted heavily, fueling her anger even more towards Luffy. So, that theory with her teaming up with Luffy is gone or not? Lastly and most importantly, Shanks is proud of him, an indication that they will meet very soon. It will be glorious when that time comes.

Don’t think I forget the real deal of the chapter outside of Luffy becoming an official Yonkou. I was only saving the best for last. It was hilarious for Luffy to be so sad about his bounty to go lower than his last one. That sounds mean but hell, his expression tends to make me laugh so much. He read it as 150 million berry, which somehow got lower than Sanji’s. On the bright side, he won’t be targeted as much since he’s not that worth it.

Or so did Nami wishes…

The ending left on a hilarious yet impressive note with the actual bounty count. That one zero can really make a huge difference; kind of ironic when I think about it. Luffy is now worth 1.5 billion berry. The reactions from Strawhat crew are priceless, though if my eyes could pop out like theirs, it would. So to recap, Morgans made Luffy a megastar, claimed that he won against Big Mom without addressing exactly on what, made him a Yonkou, and his bounty has exceeded over a billion berry worth.

Good to know…

It was a very pleasing and relaxing chapter with its showcase of its vast world. It demonstrated how wonderful the world building has done so far with its charms and fascinating characters. The narrator hyped it greatly with the magnitude of this “big news.” It’s only the beginning and I already can’t wait for the next chapter. No need to rely on action or drama; this alone makes you glad to be a fan.