: This episode begins the "Canon Filler" phase (episodes 313–325), which expands on the aftermath of the Enies Lobby invasion and sets the stage for the New World. Thematic Impact
: Two characters from the very first arc reappear with massive "glow-ups." Now trained by Garp, their growth highlights the passage of time and the weight of their training since the Romance Dawn. One Piece Episode 313
After the narrow escape from the Buster Call, the Straw Hat Pirates return to Water 7 to recuperate while Franky and the Galley-La Company begin work on a new ship. The peace is abruptly shattered when a Marine ship led by arrives. Instead of a standard arrest, the encounter turns into a comedic yet high-stakes family reunion when Garp punches Luffy, claiming it is a "Fist of Love," and reveals that he is Luffy’s grandfather . Key Highlights : This episode begins the "Canon Filler" phase