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One Piecefans will sadly have to wait till April 2025 to see the return of the Straw Hat Pirates after Toei Animation announces an unexpected six-month hiatus. For over 25 years, Eiichiro Oda’sOne Piecehas been enthralling fans without a single dull moment. Indeed, a break is essential for this remarkable anime to preserve its legacy.
Despite the long list of 1000+ chapters and manga, Oda-sensei has yet to unveil several mysteries of theOne Pieceworld, keeping fans eagerly anticipating. With the manga nearing its conclusion, fans fear that the Oda-sensei’s masterpiece might fail to uphold its legacy, much like Masashi Kishimoto’sNaruto.
HowOne PieceCould Struggle LikeNarutoto Uphold its Legacy in the Final Saga
Masashi Kishimoto’sNarutosecured its place in the “Big Three” with its incredible character designs, dynamic combat system,unforgettable dialogue, and countless epic moments. Kishimoto is one of the greatest manga authors and is known for his dedication to character development and suitable backstories.
From the captivating plot to the awesome characters, there is a lot to love about this series even nearly a decade after its conclusion. Over the years,Narutofans have not only experienced the heartbreaking deaths of beloved characters but also explored the darker aspects of the ninja world in depth.
BesidesNaruto‘s deep exploration of the shinobi world and the powerful Jutsu, Kishimoto also examined the complexities of morality, leavingviewers mesmerized by the legendarymangaka’s narrative mastery.
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Owing toNaruto‘s massive impact, fans often compare the iconic shonen series toOne Piece, sparking endless debates over which anime is superior. Interestingly, similar toEiichiro Oda, Masashi Kishimoto also crafted the ending way before its serialization. In aninterview, he revealed:
Yes, I have the last episode clearly drawn in my mind. I’ve already decided on the layout, text, and scenes. Not just the story ideas, but the visual ideas are solid. All I have to do is just head toward the ending I have, but there are still so many things that need to be resolved before reaching that point. Maybe I have thrown in too many ideas, so I need to wrap them up neatly.
Despite being dead-set about the ending, Masashi Kishimoto failed to leave a lasting impression and ended up with a divisive finale. Naturally, with the growing popularity, it becomes harder for any creator to end the series while meeting every fan’s expectations.
Though the chances are slim, Oda-sensei could stillface similar challenges, despite having planned the endingfor decades.
HowNarutoOvertookOne Piecein Western Fandom
Masashi Kishimoto‘sNarutocaptivated an entire generation thanks to the series’ mind-boggling world-building and terrific action scenes. Although Kishimoto’s manga debuted later afterOne Piece, the series received a lot of support from overseas in comparison to Japan.
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Interestingly,Naruto‘s editor revealed the hidden secret behind the anime’s success among Western fans and highlighted the importance of complex drama, which some fans overlooked. Yahagi Kosuke, who worked alongside Masashi Kishimoto, supportedOne Pieceas a supreme anime.
He revealed the key factor behindOne Piece‘simmense popularity is the drama, where the mangaka explores complex themes and touches on gray areas. However, Kishimoto’s work mostly focuses on the plot and intense action scenes, which align perfectly with several Western fans’ interests.
Do you agree with Yahagi Kosuke’s comment?
One PieceandNarutoboth are available to stream on Crunchyroll.
Mehul Rolta
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Mehul Rolta is a seasoned journalist with over 3 years in esports and soccer journalism. Transitioning to anime writing at Fandom Wire, Mehul shares his lifelong passion for anime about integrates professionalism. Dedicated to connecting the world of anime globally, Mehul shares thoughts and insights, communicating personal passion with professional insight.
