The episode focuses on the desperate race to reunite the Straw Hat crew before they are swept away by the storm or lose Robin forever to Enies Lobby.
As the Aqua Laguna wave looms over them, Luffy uses his strength to push the buildings apart. Paulie of the Galley-La Company arrives just in time, using his ropes to pull the crew to safety.
This episode is notable for a significant change in the original Japanese production. , the iconic voice of Chopper, took maternity leave. For episodes 254 through 263 , Chopper is voiced by Kazue Ikura . Fans often notice Chopper sounds slightly different—lower or raspier—during this brief stretch of the Water 7/Enies Lobby arc. English Dub Information
In , titled " Nami's Soul Cries Out! Straw Hat Luffy Makes a Comeback! " , the tension in Water 7 reaches a breaking point as the massive tidal wave, the Aqua Laguna , begins to engulf the city. Plot Summary
Nami finds Luffy wedged between two buildings. She reveals the devastating truth she learned from Iceberg: Robin is sacrifice herself to save the crew from the World Government. This news revitalises Luffy's spirit.
Meanwhile, Sanji has successfully snuck onto the Puffing Tom (the Sea Train). He discovers Usopp and Franky are also being held captive on the train and begins making his way toward Robin. Behind the Scenes: A Voice Change
Chopper finds Zoro, who is stuck head-first in a chimney. Chopper hands Zoro his sword, the Sandai Kitetsu , allowing Zoro to slice through the chimney and free himself.
