One Piece: Enies Lobby
The Straw Hats, Sogeking, the Franky Family, and the shipwrights of the Galley-La Company arrive at Enies Lobby aboard the Rocketman to rescue Nico Robin and Franky. Standing in their way, however, are the forces of the World Government, including its deadly assassination unit, CP9. A massive battle ensues between the two sides when Luffy declares war against the World Government. The conflict escalates as the allies
Season 9 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- The Straw Hats are a group of adventurers navigating the seas.
- Nico Robin and Franky are in need of rescue from Enies Lobby.
- The forces of the World Government and the assassination unit CP9 stand in the way of the rescue.
- The allies arrive at Enies Lobby aboard the Rocketman, accompanied by Sogeking, the Franky Family, and the Galley-La Company shipwrights.
Season overview
The Straw Hats, Sogeking, the Franky Family, and the shipwrights of the Galley-La Company arrive at Enies Lobby aboard the Rocketman to rescue Nico Robin and Franky. Standing in their way, however, are the forces of the World Government, including its deadly assassination unit, CP9. A massive battle ensues between the two sides when Luffy declares war against the World Government. The conflict escalates as the allies push forward to reclaim their captured companions from the stronghold of the World Government's forces, forcing the entire group into a direct confrontation with the elite CP9 agents and the military might backing them.
Episode Guide
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Landing Operations Start! Charge in, Straw Hats!
May 21, 2006 · 24 min
The Straw Hats hatch a plan to rescue Robin, but as usual, Luffy can't wait to find a fight. Will his impulsive attack derail their mission?
Luffy Cuts Through! Big Showdown on the Judicial Island!
Jun 4, 2006 · 24 min
Luffy manages to reach the main island, but the Franky Family's assault is stopped short by a couple of angry giants!
Battle Against Giants! Open the Second Gate!
Jun 11, 2006 · 24 min
Luffy makes short work of a few hundred marines, the Franky Family takes down a giant, and the assassins of CP9 report back to Spandam!
Find a Way Out! Rocketman Takes Flight!
Jun 18, 2006 · 24 min
Zoro's quick thinking - and a little help from a giant frog - sends the sea train soaring into the sky on a collision course with armed guards and their canine companions!
Catch Up with Luffy! The Straw Hats' All-Out Battle
Jun 25, 2006 · 24 min
Nami electrocutes the enemy with a Clima Tact attack, but the bad guys have the Straw Hats surrounded until the Franky Family shows up with a couple of sea monsters!
Robin Betrayed! The Motive of the World Government!
Jun 25, 2006 · 24 min
Zoro, Sanji, Nami, and Chopper try to catch up with their captain, Soge King is nowhere to be found, and Luffy runs head first into a battle with Blueno!
Give Robin Back! Luffy vs. Blueno!
Jul 2, 2006 · 24 min
Luffy shows off his new strength in a brawl with Blueno, Soge King befriends a giant, and a hulking sea beast makes the ultimate sacrifice.
Don’t Stop! Hoist the Counterattack Signal!
Jul 9, 2006 · 24 min
While Luffy continues his battle with Blueno, Soge King's giant companions make their presence felt, and the assassins of CP9 experiment with Devil Fruits!
Almost to Luffy! Gather at the Courthouse Plaza!
Jul 23, 2006 · 24 min
A blind Kingbull fights with his last breath to get the Straw Hats one step closer to their captain. Luffy kick his body into second gear to protect his friends from dangerous foes
Everything Is to Protect My Friends! Second Gear Activated!
Jul 30, 2006 · 24 min
Luffy batters a baffled Blueno with his powerful new fighting style, and the cowardly Spandam begins to panic at the sound of the Straw Hats approaching!
Give Us Your Answer, Robin! The Straw Hats' Outcry!
Aug 6, 2006 · 24 min
Luffy and his crew are finally reunited and ready to rescue Robin, but the raven-haired beauty remains reluctant to rejoin her former mates despite Franky's urging.
Robin's Past! The Girl was Called a Devil!
Aug 13, 2006 · 24 min
Flash back to Robin's days as a young girl, her dangerous pursuit of forbidden knowledge, and her encounter with a friendly giant.
Fated Mother and Daughter! The Mother's Name is Olvia!
Sep 10, 2006 · 24 min
Robin's flashback continues with the heartbreaking arrival of her mother - and the government's cruel and brutal invasion of a peaceful island!
The Tragedy of Ohara! The Terror of the Buster Call!
Sep 24, 2006 · 24 min
Professor Clover reveals a startling and sinister theory about the World Government, Robin reunites with her mother, and a giant joins the fight!
Say You Want to Live! We Are Your Friends!!
Sep 24, 2006 · 24 min
The painful story of Ohara - and Robin's younger years - draws to a tragic close. Luffy declares war on the World Government, and Robin finally changes her tune!
Jump Towards the Falls! Luffy’s Feelings!
Oct 1, 2006 · 24 min
The Straw Hats are ready to begin the fight for Robin, but first, Luffy flashes back to memories of his childhood - and the man who made him want to become a pirate!
The Ways of Men! Zoro's Techniques, Usopp's Dream!
Oct 8, 2006 · 24 min
Zoro remembers the first time he met Luffy, and Usopp recalls the events that led him to join the Straw Hats!
A Bond of Friendship Woven by Tears! Nami's World Map!
Oct 15, 2006 · 24 min
Nami's heartbreaking past - and Luffy's epic battle with Arlong - are recalled in this flashback to the early days of the Straw Hats!
Parting Builds a Man's Character! Sanji and Chopper!
Oct 22, 2006 · 24 min
A flashback sheds light on how Sanji came to join the crew, and Chopper's backstory is revealed through memories of a visit to a snow-covered island!
Everything Is for Her Friends! Robin in the Darkness!
Oct 29, 2006 · 24 min
A flashback reveals Robin's motives for cooperating with CP9, Nami's shocking discovery about the archaeologist's past, and Luffy's determination to save his friend!
I'm Not Gonna Hand Over the Blueprints! Franky's Decision!
Nov 5, 2006 · 24 min
Franky stands up to Spandam by destroying what the madman desires most, and the sound of the sea train spurs the Straw Hats to make a daring leap of faith!
Retrieve the 5 Keys! The Straw Hat Crew VS CP9
Nov 12, 2006 · 24 min
Luffy races to rescue Robin while the rest of the Straw Hats set off in search of the five keys needed to unlock the archaeologist!
Power of the Devil Fruit! Kaku and Jabura Transform
Nov 19, 2006 · 24 min
While Usopp and Zoro go head-to-head with a couple of animal assassins, Sanji teaches the most beautiful member of CP9 the secrets of making good tea!
I Won't Kick Even If It Costs Me My Life! Sanji's Chivalry!
Nov 26, 2006 · 24 min
Luffy runs into trouble trying to sail his way to Robin, Usopp and Zoro end up handcuffed together, and Sanji's inability to kick a women may lead to serious injury!
Fukurou's Miscalculation! My Cola is the Water of Life!
Dec 3, 2006 · 24 min
Chimney and Gombe show Luffy the secret passage that leads to Robin, and Franky puts on a display of raw punching power thanks to a few bottles of cola!
Zoro Busts Out a New Technique! The Sword's Name is Sniperking?
Dec 10, 2006 · 24 min
While Franky's brawl spills into the ocean, Usopp and Sanji attempt to overcome their handcuffs by outsmarting their opponents!
Uncontrollable! Chopper's Forbidden Rumble!
Dec 17, 2006 · 24 min
Determined not to be defeated by the heinous hair of a devious lion, Chopper risks life and limb by summoning the power of his Rumble Ball for a third time!
Boss Luffy Returns! Is It a Dream or Reality? Lottery Ruckus!
Dec 24, 2006 · 24 min
Travel back to ancient Japan for a madcap adventure starring the Straw Hats, some old friends and enemies, and a camel that eats lottery tickets!
A Big Rice Cake Tossing Race at the Castle! Red Nose's Plot!
Jan 7, 2007 · 24 min
The madcap throwback continues as Luffy and the gang - along with a crowd of characters from the Alabasta arc - competes for a priceless treasure hidden inside a tasty snack!
Bubble Master Kalifa! The Soap Trap Closes in on Nami!
Jan 14, 2007 · 24 min
Nami battles a bathing beauty and her lethal bubbles, Chopper unleashes his inner beast, and Luffy inches ever closer to catching up with Robin!
Resounding Bad News! The Buster Call Invoked!
Jan 21, 2007 · 24 min
Franky has a painful encounter with monster Chopper, and Nami gets scrubbed too clean to fight! Meanwhile, Spandam accidentally invokes the deadly Buster Call!
Five Namis? Nami Strikes Back With Mirages
Jan 28, 2007 · 24 min
Zoro uses Usopp as a decoy in his battle with the beasts, and Nami discovers the secret that could be the key to survival in her brawl with the bathing beauty!
Nami's Decision! Fire at the Out-Of-Control Chopper!
Feb 4, 2007 · 24 min
Franky and Nami come up with a plan to stop Chopper's rampage, but it could prove deadly to the not-so-little reindeer. Usopp and Zoro are thrilled to finally be free of each other
Hunter Sanji Makes An Entrence? Elegy for a Lying Wolf!
Feb 11, 2007 · 24 min
Usopp's ill-advised attempt at bravery threatens to get him killed, but a familiar foot spares the sniper's life. Luffy struggles to even strike a formidable foe, and Franky races
Fiery Kicks! Sanji's Full Course of Foot Techniques!
Feb 25, 2007 · 24 min
Sanji evens the playing field in his CP9 slugfest by introducing his wolfish opponent to the burning power of the devil's leg!
Fierce Sword Attacks! Zoro vs. Kaku, Powerful Sword Fighting Showdown!
Mar 4, 2007 · 24 min
Zoro finally lands a blow against the killer giraffe, but Luffy still can't find a way to break through against Lucci! Can Frank reach Robin before it's too late!?
Demon God Zoro! An Incarnation Of Asura Born From Fighting Spirit!
Mar 11, 2007 · 24 min
Zoro unleashes a demonic nine sword fighting style on his giraffe opponent, Luffy buys time for Franky by ascending to second gear, and Robin refuses to give up hope of being rescu
Spandam Frightened! The Hero on the Tower of Law!
Mar 18, 2007 · 24 min
Spandam cruely drags Robin ever closer to the gates of justice, but the battle takes a turn for the better when the Sniper King makes a surprise appearance!
Robin Freed! Luffy vs. Lucci, Showdown Between Leaders!
Mar 25, 2007 · 24 min
Luffy's battle with Lucci reveals the powerful secrets of the rubber man's second gear, and the Spandam's thoughtless Buster Call begins with a brutal barrage of cannon balls.
Boss Luffy is the Culprit? Track Down the Missing Great Cherry Tree!
Apr 1, 2007 · 24 min
When an ancient tree is stolen by a madman with the power to freeze time, Luffy, Usopp, and Sanji track down the culprit in an attempt to save a village's annual festival!
I Can't Protect Anyone Unless I Win! Third Gear Activated
Apr 8, 2007 · 24 min
Nami, Sanji, Usopp, Zoro, and company find themselves trapped in to tunnel filled with rapidly rising water. Meanwhile, Luffy musters the strength for one last stand in his battle
The Terrifying Past! Dark Justice and Rob Lucci
Apr 15, 2007 · 24 min
Flashback to the dark past of Rob Lucci as the young boy learns to dispense a cold, cruel, and brutal brand of justice. Back in real time, Luffy's battle with Lucci threatens to de
A Mysterious Mermaid Appears? As Consciousness Fades Away...
Apr 22, 2007 · 24 min
Luffy's gigantic attack on Lucci takes a devastating toll on his body, Robin rejoins the fight, and the rest of the Straw Hats struggle to survive underwater!
Cannon Fire Sinks the Island! Franky's Lamentation!
Apr 29, 2007 · 24 min
Thanks to a little help from what appears to be a mermaid, the Straw Hats find themselves reunited aboard an escape vessel, but the fate of Luffy and the Franky Family is yet to be
Wait for Luffy! Mortal Combat on the Bridge of Hesitation!
May 6, 2007 · 24 min
Luffy pushes his body to the breaking point in his battle with Lucci, and the rest of the Straw Hats try to fight off a fleet of Marines until their captain returns - if he ever do
Fists Full of Emotion! Luffy Unleashes Gatling with All His Might!
May 13, 2007 · 24 min
Luffy lies battered and badly beaten, but Usopp's desperate pleas inspire the rubber-man to mount one final, furious attack on Rob Lucci!
From the Sea, a Friend Arrives! The Straw Hats Share the Strongest Bond!
May 20, 2007 · 24 min
With their leader crippled by exhaustion and their escape ship destroyed, the Straw Hats find themselves with only one treacherous option: throwing themselves into the sea!
Everyone Makes a Great Escape! The Road to Victory is for the Pirates!
May 27, 2007 · 24 min
The Straw Hats are rescued by the unexpected arrival of a dear old friend, but they'll have to avoid a barrage of deadly cannonballs in order to survive!
Thank You, Merry! Snow Falls Over the Parting Sea!
Jun 3, 2007 · 24 min
The Straw Hats bid a tearful farewell to the brave little ship that was their home for so very many adventures. Rest in peace, Merry!
Peace Interrupted! A Navy Vice Admiral with a Fist of Love!
Jun 10, 2007 · 24 min
The Straw Hats get some much needed rest and relaxation, Franky makes a big announcement, and Vice Admiral Garp tracks down his grandson!
The Strongest Family? Luffy's Father Revealed!
Jun 17, 2007 · 24 min
Luffy's friends are shocked to learn that his grandpa is a marine hero, but that's nothing compared to how surprised they'll be by his father's true identity!
Its Name Is The New World! The Fate of the Grand Line!
Jun 24, 2007 · 24 min
Luffy gets the chance to catch up with his old friend Coby, Nami does some serious snooping, and Robin is paid a chilling visit from a terrifying face from her past.
Shanks Makes a Move! The Linchpin to the Reckless Era!
Jul 1, 2007 · 24 min
Shanks visits Whitebeard with a serious request, Franky and Iceberg begin construction on a ship for the Straw Hats, and news spreads of the events at Enies Lobby.
A Girl in Search of Her Yagara! Great Search in the City of Water!
Jul 8, 2007 · 24 min
Luffy and Chopper risk their lives to help a heartbroken young girl track down her long lost pet!
Mothers are Strong! Zoro's Hectic Household Chores!
Jul 15, 2007 · 24 min
Zoro's day takes a turn for the crazy when his search for a new sword is derailed by a couple of meddling orphans!
Sanji's Shock! Mysterious Old Man and His Super Yummy Cooking!
Jul 22, 2007 · 24 min
Sanji spends the day with a very old chef who teaches him the secret of packing amazing flavor into each and every dish!
Everyone Finally Has A Bounty! A Pirate Group Worth Over Six Hundred Million!
Aug 19, 2007 · 24 min
Franky and Iceberg stay up all night on a mission to finish a new ship for the Straw Hats, but the first light of day brings troubling news!
The King of Animals that Overlooks the Sea! The Dream Ship Magnificently Completed!
Aug 26, 2007 · 24 min
With their new ship completed, Luffy and the gang get ready to set sail, but first they'll have to steal some underpants in order to secure the services of a shipwright!
Goodbye My Dear Underlings! Franky Departs!
Sep 2, 2007 · 24 min
A series of flashbacks to his younger days - and some painful persuasion by Robin - help Franky make the difficult decision to leave his friends and go to sea with the Straw Hats!
Departing the City of Water! Usopp Mans Up and Brings Closure to the Duel!
Sep 9, 2007 · 24 min
Luffy and the Straw Hats are ready for their next adventure, but before they can move on they must await the return of Usopp - and avoid a barrage of cannon balls courtesy of Garp!
Wanted Posters Make It Around the World! Celebrations in Their Hometowns as the Ship Moves Forward!
Sep 16, 2007 · 24 min
The Straw Hats' new ship gets a name, and Franky shows off some of its special features as the gang goes sky high to avoid being sunk by the marines!
The Most Heinous Power! Blackbeard's Darkness Attacks Ace!
Sep 23, 2007 · 24 min
Ace and Blackbeard go toe-to-toe in an epic clash of Devil Fruit powers that pits fire against darkness - and threatens to destroy an entire island!
The Mysterious Band of Pirates! Sunny and the Dangerous Trap!
Oct 14, 2007 · 24 min
After departing Water 7, the Straw Hats find a drifting ship with hungry and sick fishermen. All things seem great until the drifting fishermen have something else in mind and set
Sunny in a Pinch! Roar, Secret Superspeed Mecha!
Oct 21, 2007 · 24 min
The Straw Hats discover that their fishermen friends are actually pirates, but Chopper refuses to abandon a very sick patient.
The Dream Sinking in the New World! The Disillusioned Pirate, Puzzle!
Oct 28, 2007 · 24 min
The captain of the Phoenix Pirates loses his will to fight, and the Straw Hats get trapped in a field of icebergs by some figure skating bounty hunters!
The Assassins Attack! The Great Battle on Ice Begins!
Nov 4, 2007 · 24 min
Nami and Franky take a spin in the shark sub, Usopp and Sanji have a run in with a flock of deadly penguins, and Puzzle can no longer hide the fact that he's alive!
The Staw Hat’s Hard Battles! A Pirate Soul Risking It All for the Flag!
Nov 11, 2007 · 24 min
Robin is shocked by her encounter with an adorable bounty hunter, Franky and Nami get trapped in a frozen shark, and Luffy's quest to recapture his flag sends him sinking toward th
Hot Full Throttle! The Twin’s Magnetic Power Drawing Near!
Nov 18, 2007 · 24 min
Luffy battles a set of magnetic twins, Sanji and Usopp fall victim to a pair of figure skating lovebirds, and Zoro has a drink with the man who stole the Straw Hat flag!
Mansion of Great Chaos! The Enraged Don and the Captured Crew!
Nov 25, 2007 · 24 min
Robin's cola care package helps spring her friends from an icy prison, and Luffy's bold words inspire a battered and beaten pirate to keep fighting!
The Return of the Phoenix! The Dream of the Pirate Flag Sworn to a Friend!
Dec 2, 2007 · 24 min
While Luffy continues his battle with the magnetic twins, Chopper uses a rumble ball in his battle with a hockey player - and Robin tries to recover the Straw Hat flag!
The Red Hot Decisive Battle! Luffy vs. The Scorching Don!
Dec 9, 2007 · 24 min
Luffy battles an opponent who's too hot to handle, Robin gets attacked by a jungle, and Chopper makes a heroic dash for the Straw Hat flag!
Waiting in the New World! Farewell to the Brave Pirates!
Dec 16, 2007 · 24 min
Luffy's red-hot battle with Papa threatens to destroy the entire icy island, and the rest of the Straw Hats need a little help from a former enemy to recover their flag!
Chopperman to the Rescue! Protect the TV Station by the Shore!
Dec 23, 2007 · 24 min
The most adorable hero the world has ever known - Chopperman - must battle a hideously evil villain to regain control of his favorite television station!