: In a strategic move, Katakuri wakes Brûlée to use her mirrors to attack the Thousand Sunny directly, forcing Luffy to fight not just for his life, but to protect his crew's escape route. Cacao Island: The Cake’s Foundation

: A notable change from the manga (Chapter 852) occurs here: in the manga, Pudding gives Sanji the middle finger inside the factory, whereas the anime changes this to her pointing with her index finger.

: The anime adds several "filler" details, such as Pudding fainting with joy when Sanji smiles and Sanji working on cake blueprints during their flight to Cacao Island.

: Fans often highlight this episode for its "stressful" atmosphere and the visual quality of Katakuri’s overwhelming mochi abilities, though some viewers noted inconsistencies in the animation pacing compared to the manga's tighter flow.

: Despite the chaos, Sanji and Pudding exhibit a comedic, bickering chemistry that locals mistake for the affection of a newlywed couple.

While the battle rages, Sanji, Pudding, and Chiffon arrive at Cacao Island to begin their desperate attempt to save the Straw Hats by baking a new wedding cake.