One Piece Episode 480 -

: This episode sets the stage for the immediate climax of the arc—the freeing of Ace—which occurs in the very next episode.

: Fans often cite this as one of the most heartbreaking moments for Garp, as it showcases the impossible choice he faces between his "family of pirates" and his life's work in the Marines. One Piece Episode 480

: Luffy, unwilling but desperate, strikes Garp, who deliberately lets himself be hit. Garp falls from the bridge, allowing Luffy to finally reach the execution platform. : This episode sets the stage for the