One Piece Episode 940 -

The episode’s climax reveals the horrifying origin of the town's constant laughter: the .

: Reviewers on IMDb and Reddit describe this revelation as one of the darkest forms of oppression in the series. The "SMILE" victims are stripped of their ability to express any emotion other than joy, forcing them to laugh even while witnessing the brutal murder of their benefactor. One Piece Episode 940

: The episode concludes with Zoro reaching a breaking point after learning this truth from Hiyori, setting the stage for a major shift in his character’s motivation for the rest of the arc. Summary of Critical Reception The episode’s climax reveals the horrifying origin of

: The use of strategic flashbacks—like the meeting between the Red Scabbards and Yasuie—strengthens the emotional impact of his final moments. The Dark Truth of SMILE : The episode concludes with Zoro reaching a

: Incredible storyboarding, powerful voice acting (especially the laughter), and a meaningful character send-off.