What episode is "Kizaru Appears! A Trap to Catch Tiger!" in One Piece?
"Kizaru Appears! A Trap to Catch Tiger!" is episode 541 of One Piece.
Spoiler-Safe Summary
safe readOn Fishman Island, tensions rise as Tiger's attack stirs conflict among the inhabitants, leading to confrontations that highlight differing ideologies on freedom and human relations. The episode follows Tiger's actions and the fate of a young slave girl marked by the Sun Pirates, underscoring themes of liberation and loyalty.
Full Plot Summary
spoilersAt Fishman Island, everyone celebrates Tiger's attack on Mariejois. Hordy, however, cheers them on for their goal to kill humans. Meanwhile, despite Tiger's objections, Arlong kills a human for stating that it is sinful to kill one. Tiger informs everyone that killing them would be bad as humans, and even further, reveals that the Sun Pirates are about freedom and liberation. Arlong, however, states that they should kill humans and make an example out of them, but Jimbei knocks him out. Otohime gains support for her petition and Tiger obtains a bounty on his head. Three years later, Tiger is asked to take Koala, a young slave girl, but Arlong attacks her. Tiger gives Koala the mark of the Sun Pirates and tells her that his crew will take her home.
Episode FAQ
4 quick answersIs "Kizaru Appears! A Trap to Catch Tiger!" canon or filler?
"Kizaru Appears! A Trap to Catch Tiger!" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
What story arc is "Kizaru Appears! A Trap to Catch Tiger!" part of?
"Kizaru Appears! A Trap to Catch Tiger!" 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