One Piece stands as an iconic monument in the world of anime. Born from Eiichiro Oda’s imaginative manga, the animated adaptation has gripped audiences for years. But as with many long-running series, fillers can create detours from the central plot. So, which arcs are safe to skip?
The Landscape of Fillers in One Piece
Despite being a titan in the anime realm, One Piece has a relatively modest number of fillers – just 16 arcs. These episodes give fans alternate stories and adventures, but those keen on sticking to the main quest may feel the urge to navigate around them.
For those who wish to skip the filler content, the folks at The Digital Fix have done a re-watch and identified all the arcs you can bypass.
Filler Arcs at a Glance:
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- Warship Island Arc: Episodes 54-61
- Post-Arabasta Arc: Episodes 131-135
- Goat Island Arc: Episodes 136-138
- Cidre Guild Arc: Episodes 895-896
- Uta’s Past: Episodes 1029-1030
Diving Deeper into the Fillers
Warship Island Arc (Episodes 54-61): This arc, set after the East Blue Saga, can be overlooked if you’re keen on jumping into the main plot.
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Uta’s Past (Episodes 1029,1030): Tied to the movie One Piece: Red, this arc delves into the history of Uta, Shanks’ adoptive daughter. Though not crucial to the main storyline, Uta’s intriguing Devil Fruit power and character depth make this a potential watch.
More on One Piece and Other Anime Content
If your appetite for One Piece remains insatiable, consider reading our review of One Piece: Red. Fans may also be interested in Netflix’s live-action adaptation of the series. For more anime news, dive into details about the Chainsaw Man season 3 release, Demon Slayer season 4 premiere, and rankings of top Dragon Ball Z characters or the all-time best TV series.
