Summary:
The Straw Hat Pirates have secured a hotel room. Nami finds the crew on the roof with urgent news; Iceburg was shot. Sanji and Tony Tony Chopper discover that “Aqua Laguna” is approaching. With Galley-La frantically searching for answers, Nami and Luffy decide to check on his condition – only to be met by closed gates. Then Franky shows up to exact his revenge – in style.
Usopp is alone on the Going Merry, thinking about how Luffy defeated him and left him behind. Meanwhile, the mob investigates the incident.
At the top of the building, Sanji and Chopper were about to start searching the city for Robin before Nami interrupts them and tells Luffy that Iceburg was shot in his own house, with the only clue being an ornate mask at the scene of the crime. Kaku and Lulu speculated on who was responsible, suspecting Corgi of the world government, while the citizens suspect the Franky family and the Big Helmet pirates. Lucci and Kalifa visited the comatose Iceburg in the hospital.
Nami and Luffy go to Yagara to investigate the assassination attempt. Nami finds Usopp unconscious in the streets, reflecting on how Usopp left the crew. Meanwhile, Franky returns from his shopping spree back to Water 7, only to be shocked by how Franky House has been destroyed. Conscious members of the Franky family confirm that the Straw Hat Pirates were responsible and were probably heading for Dock #1.
At the lighthouse, due to the strong wind, Kokoro declares that the Aqua Laguna has reached water 7, so she heads for land. The citizen explains to Sanji that the Aqua Laguna was an annual high tide that flooded much of the city, so the people of Water 7 are evacuating to higher ground.
As Sanji and Chopper continue their search for Robin, Nami and Luffy discover that Dock #1 has been overcrowded due to the assassination. However, the mob is chased away after Franky approaches, leaving only the Straw Hats behind.
Optional Weaknesses: Recap Episode: The majority of the episode is a recap, which would possibly experience repetitive for visitors who’ve already seen the preceding episodes. Limited New Content: While the glimpse into Luffy’s beyond gives a few new perception, the episode frequently specializes in formerly installed events. Overall: One Piece Episode 237 serves a dual purpose. It affords a treasured creation for new visitors and a nostalgic reminder for present fans. While the recap layout would possibly feel less enticing for a few, the episode also offers a big scene from Luffy’s beyond and efficiently sets the stage for the emotional rollercoaster of the subsequent episode.