One Piece Episode 24 Apr 2026

Many viewers consider this a "hook" episode that sold them on the series' world-building and stakes. It establishes the massive power gap between the protagonists and the true masters of the Grand Line. Quick Facts Hawk-Eye Mihawk! The Great Swordsman Zoro Falls At Sea Manga Counterpart Covers Chapters 49–52 Major Debut First appearance of Dracule Mihawk Opening Song "We Are!" by Hiroshi Kitadani

: Dracule "Hawk-Eye" Mihawk, one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea and the world's greatest swordsman, arrives at the Baratie restaurant. He destroyed the flagship of the Krieg Pirates simply to kill time. One Piece Episode 24

: After being defeated and nearly killed, Zoro tearfully vows to Luffy that he will never lose again until he defeats Mihawk . Impact and Legacy Many viewers consider this a "hook" episode that

: Mihawk, seeing Zoro as far below his level, chooses to fight using a tiny kogatana (cross-knife) rather than his legendary sword, Yoru . Despite Zoro using three swords, Mihawk easily blocks every strike. The Great Swordsman Zoro Falls At Sea Manga

new to the series but holy moly episode 24 made me cry! : r/OnePiece