: Fans on platforms like Reddit praised the episode for its pacing, specifically the added anime-original fight between Luffy and the twins, Cadenza and Cabaletta, which expanded on the brief manga version of his escape. GORUCK GR1 (21L/26L) Backpack Review
: The episode excels at building tension as Luffy promises to wait for Sanji at their designated spot, despite being exhausted and starving after his battles with Cracker and the Enraged Army.
: This episode focuses on the aftermath of Pedro’s explosion and Luffy’s desperate run through the chateau. A standout moment is Luffy's encounter with Reiju, who reveals that Sanji knows about Pudding's betrayal.