One Piece Episode 974 <2024-2026>

A new sequence symbolizes the Nine Red Scabbards as stars coming together, representing their unified commitment to Oden’s dream.

Begin their desperate flight toward Kuri to fulfill their master's last wish. One Piece Episode 974

In , titled "Oden Wouldn't Be Oden If It Wasn't Boiled!" , Kozuki Oden's legendary flashback concludes with his heroic sacrifice to save his retainers. This episode is widely regarded by fans on Reddit as one of the most emotional and visually stunning entries in the Wano Country Arc. Key Plot Events A new sequence symbolizes the Nine Red Scabbards

Oden successfully survives 60 minutes in the boiling oil while holding his nine retainers aloft on a massive wooden plank. This episode is widely regarded by fans on

The anime adds "filmstrip" flashbacks of Oden’s adventures with Whitebeard and Roger, deepening the impact of his death.

Despite Oden completing the challenge, Orochi changes the execution method to a firing squad at the last second.