Episode 963: One Piece

Viewers get to see a younger, prime version of Whitebeard, which is a massive treat for those who only knew him from the Marineford Arc .

Oden begs to join the crew, but Whitebeard is hesitant due to Oden’s wild nature. He sets a grueling test: Oden must hold onto a chain being dragged by the ship for three days in the open ocean. One Piece Episode 963

The episode also provides critical backstory for the Akazaya Nine, showing how Oden saved Inuarashi, Nekomamushi , and Kawamatsu from being bullied by Wano citizens who treated them as "monsters". Why Fans Love This Episode Viewers get to see a younger, prime version