: This episode and the one before it cover only a single manga chapter (Chapter 799), which led to some criticism regarding the "slower-than-usual" pacing.
Episode 744, titled , serves as a major turning point in the Dressrosa Arc . It features the final escape of the Straw Hat crew from the island and sets the stage for one of the series' biggest status quo shifts: the formation of the Straw Hat Grand Fleet . ⚓ Key Plot Highlights
: Some fans felt the English voice for Fujitora lacked the "bitter, wandering warrior" tone of the Japanese original, describing it as a mismatch for his noble yet gruff character. One Piece (Dub) Episode 744
: The citizens of Dressrosa pretend to chase Luffy for "kidnapping" Rebecca. This creates a crowd of "innocent civilians" that prevents Admiral Fujitora from dropping his mountain of rubble on the pirates.
: The proposal involves a total of 5,600 men joining Luffy's cause, effectively turning the small Straw Hat crew into a global powerhouse overnight. : This episode and the one before it
The English dub for this episode received mixed but passionate feedback from the community:
: Conversely, Colleen Clinkenbeard's performance as Luffy is often praised for its intensity; her screams and laughter in the dub are noted for feeling more authentic and less "fake" than some other dubs. ⚓ Key Plot Highlights : Some fans felt
: The anime extends several scenes, including Fujitora clumping the rubble into a single massive sphere before dispersing it. It also adds a scene where Gatz encourages the citizens to help Luffy's escape.
