: Despite King Baum's speed, he is paralyzed by the terrifying soul of Big Mom, who quickly catches up to the group in her hunger-crazed state. Nami’s Tactical Brilliance
: Nami creates "Black Balls"—delicious thunderclouds—that distract Zeus. The thundercloud's lack of loyalty to Big Mom when food is involved gives the Straw Hats a momentary window to gain distance. One Piece Episode 845
While the chase rages on, the episode also highlights Pudding's internal struggle and her plan to rebuild the wedding cake. Her complex motivations begin to surface, adding a layer of psychological depth to the chaotic action of the arc. Key Takeaways Big Mom vs. Straw Hats (The Seducing Woods Chase) Key Characters Luffy, Nami, King Baum, Zeus, Big Mom , Pudding Strategic Move Nami feeding Zeus thunderclouds to slow Big Mom down : Despite King Baum's speed, he is paralyzed
In One Piece Episode 845, titled , the intense pursuit of the Straw Hat crew reaches a critical boiling point. This episode, which originally aired in 2018, continues the high-stakes Whole Cake Island Arc as Luffy and his friends attempt to escape the clutches of Big Mom. The Desperate Flight on King Baum While the chase rages on, the episode also
Nami proves to be the MVP of this chase, using her Clima-Tact to manipulate Big Mom's powerful homies.
Despite the small victories the Straw Hats manage, the episode underscores the overwhelming power of a Yonko, ending on a cliffhanger that leaves the crew's survival in doubt as Big Mom prepares to drop "the sun" on them.