: A fierce battle ensued between the two, which eventually transformed into a mutual understanding. Ace, the son of Roger, recognized Yamato’s internal struggle as the child of an infamous father, offering life-changing counsel.
Episode 1013 of , titled " Yamato's Past! The Man Who Came for an Emperor of the Sea! " , originally aired on March 6, 2022 . It is a standout entry in the Wano Country Arc, lauded for its high-quality production and emotional depth as it explores the connection between Ace and Yamato. Plot Summary
The episode is highly regarded for elevating the source material through original anime expansions.
The episode primarily focuses on a poignant flashback recounted by Yamato to Momonosuke and Shinobu.
: This was the final episode to air in Japan before the series went on a one-month indefinite hiatus following a hacking incident at Toei Animation . Episode Details
: In the present, Yamato reveals to Momonosuke that Ace died two years ago but that Luffy now carries his will. Production Highlights