Episode 1013 of , titled " Yamato's Past! The Man Who Came for an Emperor of the Sea! " , originally aired on March 6, 2022 . It is a standout entry in the Wano Country Arc, lauded for its high-quality production and emotional depth as it explores the connection between Ace and Yamato. Plot Summary
: The anime extended the battle and subsequent conversations between Ace and Yamato, making their bond feel more personal and complete than in the manga.
The episode is highly regarded for elevating the source material through original anime expansions. One Piece Episode 1013
: A fierce battle ensued between the two, which eventually transformed into a mutual understanding. Ace, the son of Roger, recognized Yamato’s internal struggle as the child of an infamous father, offering life-changing counsel.
: Directed by Ryota Nakamura with scriptwriting by Tomohiro Nakayama . The animation was supervised by Masuyuki Takagi . Episode 1013 of , titled " Yamato's Past
The episode primarily focuses on a poignant flashback recounted by Yamato to Momonosuke and Shinobu.
: Years before the current events, Portgas D. Ace and his Spade Pirates invaded Onigashima to rescue kidnapped children. Finding Kaidou away on an expedition, Ace encountered his daughter, Yamato. It is a standout entry in the Wano
: In the present, Yamato reveals to Momonosuke that Ace died two years ago but that Luffy now carries his will. Production Highlights