The escape is only possible thanks to the , who stage a strategic ruse. They chase after the pirates under the guise of anger—claiming they are pursuing Luffy for "kidnapping" Rebecca—but their true intent is to shield the crew from Fujitora's rubble drop. Realizing the deep affection the citizens have for Luffy, Fujitora ultimately stays his hand, famously lamenting that he blinded himself and can no longer see the face of the man everyone wants to protect. Key Highlights
: A standout moment occurs when Fujitora admits his respect for Luffy's character. He reflects on the "ugliness" of the world that led him to blind himself and expresses a rare regret that he cannot see Luffy’s "kind" face. One Piece Episode 744
Watch the emotional conclusion to Fujitora's pursuit and his profound realization about Luffy's character: The escape is only possible thanks to the
, titled " No Way Out! Admiral Fujitora's Ruthless Pursuit! ", originally aired on June 5, 2016 . It serves as a pivotal conclusion to the Dressrosa Arc, focusing on the Straw Hats' narrow escape and a massive shift in the pirate world's power dynamics. The Final Escape from Dressrosa Key Highlights : A standout moment occurs when
As the Straw Hat Pirates and their allies attempt to reach their getaway ships, they are cornered by . Using his gravity-defying powers, the Admiral levitates all the island's battle-scarred rubble, intending to crush the fleeing pirates.