: Before reaching the mountain, Luffy is intercepted by King Wapol and his subordinates. Refusing to fight because he cannot risk Nami's health, Luffy is unexpectedly aided by the Lapahns he saved earlier, who hold back Wapol's men to let him pass.

: After a grueling, blood-stained climb that pushes his physical limits, Luffy reaches the summit and faints from exhaustion. He is discovered at the gates of Drum Castle by a mysterious doctor and a small, blue-nosed reindeer named Chopper. Significance of the Episode

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: Following an avalanche caused by giant rabbits (Lapahns), Sanji is knocked unconscious and Nami's fever worsens. Luffy is forced to climb the sheer cliffs of the Drum Rockies with his bare hands while carrying both of them—Sanji held in his teeth and Nami strapped to his back.

In , titled "The Island Where Snow Lives! Climb the Drum Rockies!" , the story focuses on Luffy’s immense dedication to his crew as he scales a vertical mountain in a blizzard to find a doctor for Nami and Sanji. Key Plot Summary

This episode is widely cited by fans on platforms like Reddit as one of the best demonstrations of Luffy's selfless devotion to his friends. It also marks the first full appearance of Tony Tony Chopper, who eventually becomes the Straw Hat Pirates' doctor.