One Piece (dub) Episode 135 (90% TOP-RATED)

It has a classic, early-One Piece adventure feel that serves as a nice breather after the intense Alabasta arc. What Doesn't Work (Cons)

This episode centers on a filler story where a young boy named Take, who lives on a small island, is saved from pirates by the Red-Hair Pirates. The story highlights Shanks' personality, his philosophy on fighting (avoiding unnecessary conflict), and his kindness towards innocent people. It also shows a young Take aspiring to be a brave pirate like Shanks. One Piece (Dub) Episode 135

It reinforces why Luffy admires Shanks so much—not just for his strength, but for his character and moral compass [1]. It has a classic, early-One Piece adventure feel

The FUNimation English dub crew delivers a solid performance. (as Shanks) continues to embody the character's charisma and calm demeanor perfectly. Final Thought It also shows a young Take aspiring to

The story of Take is endearing but moves quite slowly, which might frustrate viewers looking for faster action or story progression. Voice Acting & Dub Quality

This episode acts as a filler episode during the post-Alabasta, pre-Jaya arc period, focusing on flashback stories about Shanks. Draft Review Synopsis

Because this is not from the manga, the plot is straightforward and relatively low-stakes compared to the main storyline.