Buggy’s first mate, Mohji the Beast Tamer , arrives on his giant lion, Richie, to eliminate the Straw Hats.
This episode originally aired as part of a 1.5-hour special alongside episodes 7 and 8.
Initially cold and focused only on treasure, Nami begins to see that Luffy is "no ordinary pirate" after witnessing his genuine care for Chouchou’s loss.
In a rare error or stylistic choice, the "eyecatcher" music for Luffy and Zoro was reversed in this broadcast. 📺 Looking for the Live-Action or Sequel?
The narrative centers on Luffy and Nami’s encounter with Chouchou. The town mayor, Boodle, reveals that the dog's owner passed away long ago, yet Chouchou refuses to leave the shop because it is his only remaining link to his "master".
Outraged by the destruction of Chouchou's "treasure," Luffy defeats Mohji and Richie with ease, eventually gifting the dog the one remaining box of pet food salvaged from the fire. ⚔️ Key Plot Developments