What episode is "Here Comes Shanks! The War of the Best is Finally Over!" in One Piece?
"Here Comes Shanks! The War of the Best is Finally Over!" is episode 489 of One Piece.
Spoiler-Safe Summary
safe readShanks intervenes to halt escalating conflict among powerful factions, persuading them to cease hostilities and prevent further casualties, marking the end of a significant war.
Full Plot Summary
spoilersShanks tricks Buggy into returning Luffy's straw hat to him, noting that while he would like to see Luffy again, it is too soon for their reunion. Law's submarine barely escapes from Aokiji and Kizaru's attacks, and Kizaru declares that they will have to give up if that did not kill Luffy. Hancock requests a Marine ship to go after Luffy out of concern for him. Shanks convinces the Marines, the Whitebeard Pirates, and the Blackbeard Pirates to stand down by saying that fighting will only lead to more casualties, and declaring that he will fight those who still wish to do so. All those involved agree, and the war ends.
Episode FAQ
4 quick answersIs "Here Comes Shanks! The War of the Best is Finally Over!" canon or filler?
"Here Comes Shanks! The War of the Best is Finally Over!" is listed as canon · provisional in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
What story arc is "Here Comes Shanks! The War of the Best is Finally Over!" part of?
"Here Comes Shanks! The War of the Best is Finally Over!" is part of the Punk Hazard 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.
Related Movies
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One Piece: The Cursed Holy Sword 2004 
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