A major highlight of these episodes is the Operation SMILE, specifically the climax of the battle against Sugar, the Hobby-Hobby Fruit user. Episode 675 ("The Crucial Battle! Kyros and King Riku") and the subsequent episodes leading to 678 showcase one of the most iconic moments in the series: Usopp’s unintentional but legendary victory over Sugar. By knocking her unconscious, Usopp breaks the spell, causing thousands of toys to revert to their human forms. This "miracle" is the spark that ignites a full-scale revolution, turning Doflamingo’s own subjects and the visiting warriors against him. Sabo’s Return and Inherited Will
Below is an essay discussing the narrative significance and themes of this specific episode block. A major highlight of these episodes is the
Episode 663 and the surrounding chapters introduce a massive emotional beat for the audience: the reappearance of Sabo, Luffy’s long-lost brother. His entry into the Colosseum to claim the Mera Mera no Mi (Ace’s Flame-Flame Fruit) reinforces the series' core theme of "Inherited Will." By consuming the fruit in episode 678, Sabo ensures that Ace’s fire continues to burn, providing Luffy with a powerful ally and the audience with a sense of closure following the tragedy at Marineford. Conclusion By knocking her unconscious, Usopp breaks the spell,