Episode 6 of One Piece is brimming with excitement and drama. Zoro lies unconscious and in dire need of medical attention. Luffy and the gang rush him to the Baratie kitchen. There, Sanji and Zeff use their culinary talents for some makeshift first aid. Employing fish skin to cover Zoro's wounds, they employ an age-old technique that promotes faster healing.
While Zoro fights to regain consciousness, Zeff suggests that the crew sing, tell stories, or simply be present to keep Zoro's spirit connected to the living world. In another part of the seas, Mihawk pays a visit to Vice Admiral Garp. He is unhappy that Mihawk allowed Luffy to escape. Unperturbed, Mihawk emphasizes that he's not anyone's servant and finds Luffy intriguing enough to let him continue his journey. Garp is fuming, venting his frustration by trashing his office. Koby, who witnesses the display, questions whether chasing Luffy is really necessary.
Back on the Baratie, Sanji shares a captivating story about Zeff, revealing that the chef was once a formidable pirate. They met nine years ago when their ships were destroyed in a storm, leaving them stranded on a desolate rock with limited supplies. Over the course of 85 agonizing days, Zeff sacrifices his own well-being, including consuming his own leg, to keep Sanji alive. It turns out Zeff sees in Sanji a kindred spirit who shares his dream of discovering the mythical All Blue.
Just when things appear calm, Arlong bursts into the Baratie, demanding food and Luffy’s surrender. Despite Nami’s warning about Arlong's high bounty and fearsome reputation, Luffy chooses to confront him. During the face-off, it is revealed that Nami has been covertly communicating with Arlong, initially appearing to betray the crew. However, she prevents Arlong from killing Luffy, leaving the sea to finish him off. Luckily, Sanji dives in to rescue him.
Amidst this chaos, Zoro finally wakes up and pledges his loyalty to Luffy. At the same time, Sanji opts to join the crew, resulting in a sentimental farewell with Zeff. The old chef's parting words encourage Sanji to remember his roots and maintain his aspirations. As the crew resumes their sea voyage, Luffy unveils Buggy's severed head, left behind by Arlong, pointing to a larger plot at play.
Tensions rise as we discover Nami's complex relationship with Arlong, leading us to question whether her actions are of her own volition or not. The episode rounds off with the promise of more high-octane adventures, with the team now strengthened by Zoro's recovery and Sanji's addition. Sanji's backstory, and his emotional bond with Zeff, bring a new layer of depth to the team dynamic, setting the stage for future escapades.
