Warning: Contains spoilers from One Piece Chapter #1133One Piece chapter #1133, released on Monday, December 9, 2024, delivers yet another bombshell, continuing to unravel the mysteries of Elbaph Island and captivating fans. While the island's enigmatic landscape keeps readers intrigued, the chapter also showcases one of the most anticipated reunions fans have awaited for over two decades.
Chapter #1133, titled "Nice Things," marks an emotional turning point as Nico Robin is finally reunited with her first friend and savior, Jaguar D. Saul. While fans expected this reunion to be deeply moving, Eiichiro Oda delivered it with exceptional care. The meticulous attention to detail makes this moment one of the most emotional in the series, bringing Robin's journey of survival full circle.
One Piece Reunites Robin With Saul After 22 Years
Eiichiro Oda Masterfully Crafts the Emotional Reunion
To heighten the impact of Robin and Saul's reunion at the chapter's end, it opens with a flashback from 22 years ago, depicting a young Robin falsely accused of destroying Ohara Island. The flashback shows Robin enduring threats and harsh treatment as she struggles to survive after the incident. She is seen scavenging for food from the trash and even wishing for death. However, what kept her going was her mother’s final wish for her to live on and Saul’s heartfelt encouragement to do the same.
As the chapter nears its end, the long-awaited reunion unfolds, mirroring how Robin and Saul first met. Fans had been concerned for Saul's health after earlier chapters revealed he had fallen, but it is now revealed that Saul only pretended to fall, hoping to ease the tension of their meeting. Picking up on Saul's playful act, Robin confronts him as he tries to scare her, just as he did during their first encounter. Robin's near-expressionless reaction to his antics makes the moment all the more nostalgic and heartfelt.
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Saul, admitting he didn’t know how to greet Robin after all these years, remarks on how much she reminds him of her mother. He also reveals how angry he felt when the world spoke ill of her. In response, Robin tells Saul she doesn’t want to talk about the bad, only the good things about her survival. This prompts Saul to embrace her, blessing her for enduring and staying alive despite the hardships she faced as a child. Finding solace in Saul’s arms, Robin breaks into tears, expressing how deeply she missed him, with Saul warmly reciprocating her feelings.
Robin's Reunion With Saul Is One of One Piece's Most Emotional Moments
The Series Is Known For Being Able to Deliver Highly Impactful Moments of Emotion
One Piece has only a handful of moments that are deeply emotional enough to move fans to tears, and Robin's reunion with Saul is undoubtedly one of the most, if not the most, emotional. The impact of this reunion undoubtedly stems from Robin's tragic backstory, with Saul playing a pivotal role in her survival. Robin’s gratitude to Saul for his advice about finding someone who would become her friend, a source of strength that kept her going, makes the moment even more heartfelt. Watching Robin finally unburden herself is a deeply touching experience for fans.
However, what makes this reunion even more impactful is the fact that it took over two decades, both narratively and in real-world time, since fans first witnessed Robin and Saul’s initial interaction. Therefore, this moment stands as one of the most cherished emotional narrative highlights of One Piece, one that will be remembered along other iconic moments in the series, and that fans surely can't wait to see animated.
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One Piece
Created by Eiichiro Oda, One Piece is a multimedia franchise that began as a manga series and follows the adventures of the Straw Hat Pirates as led by Monkey D. Luffy. Luffy, an enthusiastic pirate with a thirst for adventure, is afflicted by a mysterious curse that gives him various powers he uses to protect himself and his friends. The manga eventually gave way to the anime series, with the two being some of history's longest-running anime and manga series. Along with over fifty video games made over the years, the series entered the live-action world with Netflix's 2023 adaptation.
Created by Eiichiro Oda
Cast Kazuya Nakai , Akemi Okamura , Kappei Yamaguchi , Hiroaki Hirata , Ikue Ôtani , Yuriko Yamaguchi
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