What episode is "Big Fight Under the Moon! The Pirate Flag Flutters With Sorrow!" in One Piece?
"Big Fight Under the Moon! The Pirate Flag Flutters With Sorrow!" is episode 235 of One Piece.
Spoiler-Safe Summary
safe readLuffy announces difficult news about the Going Merry ship, leading to a serious clash of emotions and a tense duel with Usopp. The episode explores themes of loyalty, pride, and the challenges of moving forward as crewmates face interpersonal struggles.
Full Plot Summary
spoilersOnce they're back on the ship, Luffy explains to a guilt-ridden Usopp that the Going Merry can no longer be repaired and has chosen to get a new ship instead. Usopp believes that Luffy has abandoned the dignity of their ship and says he's leaving the crew, challenging Luffy to a duel at nighttime.
Episode FAQ
4 quick answersIs "Big Fight Under the Moon! The Pirate Flag Flutters With Sorrow!" canon or filler?
"Big Fight Under the Moon! The Pirate Flag Flutters With Sorrow!" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
What story arc is "Big Fight Under the Moon! The Pirate Flag Flutters With Sorrow!" part of?
"Big Fight Under the Moon! The Pirate Flag Flutters With Sorrow!" is part of the Enies Lobby Arc.
Can I read this without spoilers?
Yes. Start with the spoiler-safe summary, then reveal the full plot only when you want the complete episode breakdown.
Series Cast
18Browse the main cast connected to this episode guide.
Brook main 
Franky main 
Jimbei main 
Monkey D. Luffy main 
Nami main 
Nico Robin main 
Roronoa Zoro main 
Sanji main 
Tony Tony Chopper main 
Usopp main 
Buggy the Clown supporting 
Dracule Mihawk supporting 
Emporio Ivankov supporting 
Gol D. Roger supporting 
Monkey D. Dragon supporting 
Monkey D. Garp supporting 
Portgas D. Ace supporting 
Rayleigh supporting Related Movies
6Franchise movie releases are kept separate from the TV episode spine.
One Piece: The Movie 2000 
One Piece: Clockwork Island Adventure 2001 
One Piece: Chopper's Miracle on the Blob Island 2002 
One Piece: Dead End Adventure 2003 
One Piece: The Cursed Holy Sword 2004 
One Piece: Baron Omatsuri and the Secret Island 2005