: Luffy is forced to use Gear Third to handle the Ancient Zoan transformations of the sibling duo. The anime adds scale to Ulti’s hybrid and full beast forms, emphasizing her raw power compared to previous opponents.
: Luffy's immediate, high-speed Gomu Gomu no Pistol against Ulti was noted by viewers as a standout moment for showcasing his increased seriousness. Character Introduction: Yamato One Piece Episode 990
: After rescuing Luffy, Yamato reveals they have been waiting for him and asks to join forces, claiming to be a "big fan" of the pirate. Common Pacing Criticisms : Luffy is forced to use Gear Third
: Some fans found the episode "unfortunate" in its pacing, noting that while the central fight was great, the sections before and after felt overly extended. Despite the visual spectacle, the episode faced criticism
The episode’s climax features the long-awaited entrance of Yamato, who intervenes in the fight by striking down Ulti with a single .
Despite the visual spectacle, the episode faced criticism for typical anime-original padding.