Robin's long-awaited reunion with Saul finally arrives at the Western Village. Memories of Ohara stir within her, and the giant, only pretending to be unconscious, wakes to share a tearful embrace with her.
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Summary
Once they arrive at the Western Village, the Straw Hats set off with Gerd leading the way to Saul, so that Robin can see him again at last. As they travel, Robin looks back on what gave her the strength to keep living after Ohara was destroyed, and she is then told that Saul has been left unconscious.
Key Events
Robin works out that Saul is merely feigning the state, just as he had done years before. When he finally opens his eyes, the pair share a deeply moving reunion while the rest of the crew watches on.
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Notes
Rather than the usual Sono Mirai ending, the episode runs the special closing Sekai wa Hitori ja Nakatta, setting scrolling credits against chosen moments of Robin both on her own and among the crew throughout the series. One inserted clip shows Usopp imitating Robin to Brook's delight while the two sit imprisoned during the New Fish-Man Pirates incident, even though Robin was not there at the time, a touch that underscores how close she is to the crew. The Owl Library debuts as a location, and the episode rates 2.7 with a fourth-place rank.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Robin finally reunite with Saul in Episode 1163?
Yes, Episode 1163 shows Robin's long awaited reunion with Saul at the Western Village, where the two share a tearful embrace.
Why does Saul appear unconscious when Robin arrives?
Saul is only pretending to be unconscious, just as he had done years before, and he opens his eyes once Robin works out the truth.
What does Robin reflect on during Episode 1163?
Robin looks back on what gave her the strength to keep living after Ohara was destroyed.
What special ending theme plays in Episode 1163?
Instead of the usual Sono Mirai ending, Episode 1163 uses the special closing theme Sekai wa Hitori ja Nakatta, set to scenes of Robin both alone and with the crew.
What location is introduced in Episode 1163 of One Piece?
Episode 1163 introduces the Owl Library as a new location and earned a rating of 2.7, ranking fourth for the week.
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