: Sanji begins designing the cake’s blueprint, showcasing his culinary genius as the only way to pacify Big Mom's rampaging "hunger pangs". Production and Adaptation Notes

The episode's core focuses on the brutal confrontation between Monkey D. Luffy and the Big Mom Pirates' strongest commander, Charlotte Katakuri.

: Katakuri continues to humiliate Luffy by mimicking and improving upon his signature moves. When Luffy attempts a Grizzly Magnum or Elephant Gun , Katakuri counters with even larger, Haki-infused mochi fists, asserting he is superior in every aspect.

: During the fight, Katakuri receives a call from Perospero, who mocks Pedro's sacrifice. This fuels Luffy’s resolve to continue the fight despite being severely outmatched and physically battered.