What episode is "Where can freedom be found? A Sad Departure of a Boy!" in One Piece?
"Where can freedom be found? A Sad Departure of a Boy!" is episode 502 of One Piece.
Spoiler-Safe Summary
safe readFacing threats and escape attempts, the Dadan Family and Luffy confront bandits while citizens seek safety. Meanwhile, a significant figure plans how to set an example for future events amidst turmoil and loss.
Full Plot Summary
spoilersDadan knocks Bluejam's shot astray and confronts him. Dadan gives Bluejam an ultimatum: he will let Ace go, or Dadan will defeat him. The Dadan Family and Luffy flee, but Ace refuses to run after them. Dadan orders her bandits to take Luffy away. The citizens discover an escape route. On a ship, Ivankov is told by Dragon that the country would be an example of how it would happen in future events. Meanwhile, in High Town, the citizens are left in horror as it burns down. In Mt. Gogo, Luffy is resting and is upset about missing Ace and Sabo. Back in High Town, Sabo decides to live his life alone as a free man. Just as the citizens discovers that Sabo has escaped, Sabo is confronted by Saint Jalmack, a Celestial Dragon, who shoots at his boat.
Episode FAQ
4 quick answersIs "Where can freedom be found? A Sad Departure of a Boy!" canon or filler?
"Where can freedom be found? A Sad Departure of a Boy!" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
What story arc is "Where can freedom be found? A Sad Departure of a Boy!" part of?
"Where can freedom be found? A Sad Departure of a Boy!" 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.
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