What episode is "A Desperate Situation! The Iron-tight Entrapment of Luffy!" in One Piece?
"A Desperate Situation! The Iron-tight Entrapment of Luffy!" is episode 872 of One Piece.
Spoiler-Safe Summary
safe readAt Cacao Island, the crew faces overwhelming opposition but receives unexpected reinforcements, leading to a tense confrontation where strategy and alliances play key roles.
Full Plot Summary
spoilersThe Sunny crew reaches Cacao Island, and in the Mirro-World, Pekoms tells Luffy he will activate his Sulong form to distract Oven's army. Upon reaching Cacao Island, Pekoms' distraction allows Luffy to run off, and Sanji joins his captain. Oven and his army eventually stop Pekoms' rampage, and Sanji and Luffy are surrounded. However, the Germa Kingdom then attacks Cacao Island, and Ichiji, Niji, Yonji, and Reiju arrive to help their brother and his captain.
Episode FAQ
4 quick answersIs "A Desperate Situation! The Iron-tight Entrapment of Luffy!" canon or filler?
"A Desperate Situation! The Iron-tight Entrapment of Luffy!" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
What story arc is "A Desperate Situation! The Iron-tight Entrapment of Luffy!" part of?
"A Desperate Situation! The Iron-tight Entrapment of Luffy!" is part of the Wano Country 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
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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