One Piece Episode 974 May 2026

The use of a specialized OST and samurai-drama pacing enhances the cinematic feel of the execution. Characters and Significance

The anime adds "filmstrip" flashbacks of Oden’s adventures with Whitebeard and Roger, deepening the impact of his death. One Piece Episode 974

Denounces the Oniwabanshu and pledges her loyalty to the Kozuki family after revealing Oden's secret. The use of a specialized OST and samurai-drama

Begin their desperate flight toward Kuri to fulfill their master's last wish. Begin their desperate flight toward Kuri to fulfill

Oden successfully survives 60 minutes in the boiling oil while holding his nine retainers aloft on a massive wooden plank.

Despite Oden completing the challenge, Orochi changes the execution method to a firing squad at the last second.

Knowing he cannot survive the bullets, Oden uses his final strength to throw the plank and his retainers to safety, ordering them to "Open the borders of Wano".