: Some fans found the episode "unfortunate" in its pacing, noting that while the central fight was great, the sections before and after felt overly extended.
“This episode is special. It's unfortunate how dragged it is, because DAMN the animation is really good. The double fight of Luffy vs Ulti and Page One is seriously smooth and energic.” Reddit · r/OnePiece · 4 years ago One Piece Episode 990
Despite the visual spectacle, the episode faced criticism for typical anime-original padding. : Some fans found the episode "unfortunate" in
: Reviewers highlighted the "smooth and energetic" animation and the effective use of music to heighten the impact of the battle. The double fight of Luffy vs Ulti and
: Luffy's immediate, high-speed Gomu Gomu no Pistol against Ulti was noted by viewers as a standout moment for showcasing his increased seriousness. Character Introduction: Yamato
“That Thunder Bagua was pretty sick. It's Yamato week and I'm here for it.” Reddit · r/anime · 4 years ago
: The inclusion of several flashbacks was a point of contention for some, though others felt they were necessary to establish the dynamic between Ulti and "Pay-Pay". Fan Perspectives What the community is saying: