One Piece

The Key to a Great Comeback Escape! The Wax-Wax Ball!

Episode 109 Canon Alabasta Arc 24 min

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Spoiler-Safe Summary

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Sanji, disguised as 'Mr Prince', lures Crocodile out of the casino to rescue the captured Straw Hats. Using Mr. 3's wax powers, they manage to escape amidst flooding, while allies work to stop an uprising brewing nearby.

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"Mr Prince" is actually Sanji, and lures Crocodile out of the casino. Sanji goes to rescue the Straw Hats, and manages to open their cage by having Mr. 3, who was swallowed by one of the Bananagators, copy the key with his Wax Wax Fruit powers. The room floods, but the Straw Hats swim to safety. Luffy orders Zoro to save Smoker, and he allows them to escape for the moment as they race to stop the rebellion.

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What episode is "The Key to a Great Comeback Escape! The Wax-Wax Ball!" in One Piece?

"The Key to a Great Comeback Escape! The Wax-Wax Ball!" is episode 109 of One Piece.

Is "The Key to a Great Comeback Escape! The Wax-Wax Ball!" canon or filler?

"The Key to a Great Comeback Escape! The Wax-Wax Ball!" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.

What story arc is "The Key to a Great Comeback Escape! The Wax-Wax Ball!" part of?

"The Key to a Great Comeback Escape! The Wax-Wax Ball!" is part of the Alabasta Arc.

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