This episode adapts content from Chapters 73 to 75 of the manga.

Watch a breakdown and reaction to the shocking events of Nami's apparent betrayal in this episode:

Johnny, who witnessed Nami's actions from a distance, reports to the rest of the crew that Nami has murdered Usopp.

In , titled "Usopp Dead?! When is Luffy Going to Make Landfall?!" , the story reaches a critical tension point in the Arlong Park Arc as Nami appears to betray the crew by seemingly killing Usopp to prove her loyalty to the Arlong Pirates. Key Plot Points

After helping Zoro escape, Nami is accused of treason by Arlong's officers. To prove her allegiance, she stabs Usopp in the stomach, causing him to fall into the pool.

This episode is highly regarded for its "shock value," setting up the emotional backstory for Nami that is fully revealed in the subsequent episodes.

Earlier in the episode, Zoro escapes his confinement after Arlong discovers the damage he caused to the base while Nami was secretly assisting him. Watch Guide & Trivia