, titled " Is Escape Possible?! God's Challenge Is Set in Motion! " ( Dasshutsu Naru ka!? Ugokihajimeta Kami no Shiren! ), originally aired on June 15, 2003 . This episode is a key part of the Skypiea Arc (Sky Island Saga) and covers the events following the Straw Hats being declared criminals by the Skypiean authorities. Plot Summary
: Monkey D. Luffy, Roronoa Zoro, Nami, Usopp, Sanji, Tony Tony Chopper, and Nico Robin. One Piece Episode 157
: After being branded as criminals for failing to pay entry taxes, the Straw Hats face a dilemma. While Nami urges the crew to leave Skypiea immediately to avoid further trouble, Luffy refuses to go until he has explored the mysterious Upper Yard . , titled " Is Escape Possible
: A giant creature known as the White-White Sea Super Express Lobster —a servant of the self-proclaimed god, Enel—seizes the ship and its passengers. Ugokihajimeta Kami no Shiren
: Pagaya and his daughter, Conis, who reveals the existence of the "Super Express Lobster".
: This episode adapts chapters from the Skypiea storyline, though it is distinct from Manga Chapter 157 (which features the introduction of Portgas D. Ace in the Arabasta Arc). Cast & Characters The following characters appear in this episode:
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