One Piece

Angry Explosion! Kuro vs. Luffy! How it Ends!

Episode 17 Canon Syrup Village Arc 24 min

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Spoiler-Safe Summary

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Luffy confronts Kuro in a high-stakes battle after Kuro's brutal attack threatens his crew, leading to pivotal moments that solidify bonds and set the Straw Hats on a new course.

Full Plot Summary

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Kuro's ultimate attack, "Shakushi", attacks everything in the area, whether friend or foe, and Luffy becomes enraged by his lack of regard for his crew. Luffy manages to catch Kuro by binding his limbs and headbutts him with Gum Gum Bell, while Usopp shoots Jango with an Exploding Star, saving Kaya. Usopp convinces Kaya and the Usopp pirates to keep the incident a secret in order to enable the village to stay peaceful. Kaya gives the Straw Hats the Going Merry as a gift, and Luffy invites Usopp into the crew, having befriended him.

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What episode is "Angry Explosion! Kuro vs. Luffy! How it Ends!" in One Piece?

"Angry Explosion! Kuro vs. Luffy! How it Ends!" is episode 17 of One Piece.

Is "Angry Explosion! Kuro vs. Luffy! How it Ends!" canon or filler?

"Angry Explosion! Kuro vs. Luffy! How it Ends!" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.

What story arc is "Angry Explosion! Kuro vs. Luffy! How it Ends!" part of?

"Angry Explosion! Kuro vs. Luffy! How it Ends!" is part of the Syrup Village Arc.

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