One Piece Episode 971: Release Date, Spoilers, Discussion

The tragic yet heroic backstory of Kozuki Oden is still ongoing. In episode 970 of One Piece, Oden rushed to the Flower Capital in rage to eliminate Orochi.

He wreaked havoc everywhere as soon as he reached the castle. As soon as he reached Orochi’s room, he jumped towards him to slash him without giving Orochi a chance to speak.

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Kozuki Oden | Source: Fandom

However, Orochi was protected by the Barrier-Barrier fruit of his advisor, Kurozumi Semimaru.

After having no alternative but to talk to Orochi, Oden walked out of the castle without doing anything. He danced naked in front of the crowd and then went on with his life. 

What could have transpired between the two that would quell Oden’s rage and make him act in such an unsightly manner? Stick around for more updates on One Piece.

1. Episode 971 Speculations and Discussions

With reference to the preview at the end of Episode 970, we can be sure that Oden will make hell break loose. We all are eager to watch Oden and the Akazaya Nine go crazy on Orochi and Kaido. 

One Piece Episode 971: Release Date, Spoilers, Discussion
Orochi | Source: Fandom

However, we already know what is in store for us. We will get to see one of the most anticipated parts of Oden’s backstory, which is his raid against Kaido. Hence, the title “Raid! Oden and the Akazaya Nine!.”

As unfortunate as it is to say out loud, we all know it will end with the inevitable capture of Oden and the Akazaya Nine.

2. Episode 971 Release Date

Episode 971 of the One Piece anime has been released on Sunday, Apr 25, 2021. The episode title or preview has not been shown.

I. Is One Piece on Break This Week?

No, the anime One Piece is not on break this week. Episode 971 will be released as scheduled. No delay has been announced.

3. Recap of Episode 970

In this episode, Oden has been made aware of how Orochi conducts his affairs. He is filled with rage after learning that Orochi attacked his family. 

One Piece Episode 971: Release Date, Spoilers, Discussion
Kozuki Oden | Source: Fandom

He rushes towards the Flower Capital, intending to eliminate Orochi.

Upon reaching the palace, Oden slashes everyone who is in his way. As soon as he enters Orochi’s room, he immediately jumps to eliminate Orochi without giving him anything to say in his defense. 

However, Orochi is protected by the Devil Fruit power of the Barrier-Barrier fruit of his advisor, Kurozumi Semimaru. Oden realizes that he is powerless against the Barrier-Barrier fruit. 

Orochi uses this moment to his advantage and talks to Oden. But, Oden comes out of the castle, having done nothing. 

He then proceeds to dance naked in front of the crowd and then proceeds to go home. Oden dedicatedly does this every day and eventually is resented by his own people.

The episode ends with Oden receiving news about Gol D Roger’s execution and the birth of the Golden Age of Pirates. 

This saddens him yet makes him happy because he knew Roger intended for this to happen.

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5. About One Piece

One Piece is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Eiichiro Oda. It has been serialized in Shueisha’s Weekly Shōnen Jump magazine since July 22, 1997.

The man who had acquired everything in this world, the Pirate King, is Gol D. Roger. The final words he said at the execution tower were “My treasures? If you want it, I’ll let you have it. Look for it; I left all of it at that place.” These words sent many to the seas, chasing their dreams, headed toward the Grand Line, in search of One Piece. Thus began a new age!

Seeking to be the greatest pirate in the world, young Monkey D. Luffy also heads toward the Grand Line in search of One Piece. His diverse crew is joining him along the way, consisting of a swordsman, marksman, navigator, cook, doctor, archaeologist, and cyborg-shipwright, this will be one memorable adventure.

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