One Piece Episode 974 <LEGIT>

According to reviews from MyNakama , the episode is praised for several creative choices:

Denounces the Oniwabanshu and pledges her loyalty to the Kozuki family after revealing Oden's secret. One Piece Episode 974

Begin their desperate flight toward Kuri to fulfill their master's last wish. According to reviews from MyNakama , the episode

Kaido shows a final sign of respect by killing the hag Higurashi (who interfered in their duel) before shooting Oden in the head. Oden dies with a smile as he sinks into the oil. According to reviews from MyNakama

Oden successfully survives 60 minutes in the boiling oil while holding his nine retainers aloft on a massive wooden plank.

The use of a specialized OST and samurai-drama pacing enhances the cinematic feel of the execution. Characters and Significance