One Piece Episode: 744

: A standout moment occurs when Fujitora admits his respect for Luffy's character. He reflects on the "ugliness" of the world that led him to blind himself and expresses a rare regret that he cannot see Luffy’s "kind" face.

, titled " No Way Out! Admiral Fujitora's Ruthless Pursuit! ", originally aired on June 5, 2016 . It serves as a pivotal conclusion to the Dressrosa Arc, focusing on the Straw Hats' narrow escape and a massive shift in the pirate world's power dynamics. The Final Escape from Dressrosa One Piece Episode 744

: The crew reaches the massive flagship of Orlumbus, the Yonta Maria , where they are greeted by the various fighters who aided them during the colosseum battles. : A standout moment occurs when Fujitora admits

: The episode reaches its climax on the deck of the Yonta Maria. The seven leaders of the colosseum allies—including Bartolomeo , Cavendish , and Sai —officially request to serve under Luffy as "parent and child". This sets the stage for the formation of the Straw Hat Grand Fleet , an army of over 5,600 men. Admiral Fujitora's Ruthless Pursuit

The escape is only possible thanks to the , who stage a strategic ruse. They chase after the pirates under the guise of anger—claiming they are pursuing Luffy for "kidnapping" Rebecca—but their true intent is to shield the crew from Fujitora's rubble drop. Realizing the deep affection the citizens have for Luffy, Fujitora ultimately stays his hand, famously lamenting that he blinded himself and can no longer see the face of the man everyone wants to protect. Key Highlights

As the Straw Hat Pirates and their allies attempt to reach their getaway ships, they are cornered by . Using his gravity-defying powers, the Admiral levitates all the island's battle-scarred rubble, intending to crush the fleeing pirates.

Watch the emotional conclusion to Fujitora's pursuit and his profound realization about Luffy's character: