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Apr 14 (Netflix Anime) - A new adventure unfolds on Future Island "Egghead," home to the lab of genius scientist Dr. Vegapunk. What awaits the Straw Hat crew there?

The Egghead Arc in One Piece serves as the first arc of the Final Saga and begins shortly after the dramatic events of the Wano Country Arc, one of the series' longest and most consequential storylines.

Following the intense battles in Wano, Luffy and the Straw Hat Pirates emerge victorious against two of the Four Emperors: Kaido and Big Mom, shaking the balance of power across the world. With the defeat of these formidable figures, Luffy is officially declared one of the new Four Emperors (Yonko), alongside Buggy, Shanks, and Blackbeard. This power shift sets off ripple effects throughout the world, signaling the beginning of a global upheaval.

At the same time, the World Government is tightening its grip on dissent, and the mysterious Reverie Incident—which involved the Revolutionary Army clashing with the Marines and the apparent capture of Sabo—has stirred global concern. Meanwhile, the Cross Guild, a new organization led by Buggy (but orchestrated by Crocodile and Mihawk), is putting bounties on Marines, further destabilizing traditional power structures.

Amid this unrest, the Straw Hat crew sets sail from Wano and soon arrives at Egghead Island, a technologically advanced domain under the jurisdiction of Dr. Vegapunk, the world’s greatest scientist. This arc marks the crew’s first encounter with the full mystery behind Vegapunk, who has long been a shadowy figure referenced throughout the series. It also brings the Straw Hats face-to-face with futuristic technology and a deeper understanding of the world’s hidden history.

Egghead becomes a critical turning point, as revelations about the Void Century, ancient technology, and the true nature of the world government begin to surface. Simultaneously, the CP0 agents—led by Rob Lucci—arrive on the island with orders to assassinate Vegapunk, further escalating the conflict.

The Egghead Arc is not just another island adventure. It functions as a lore-heavy, high-stakes storyline that connects directly to the overarching mysteries of One Piece, while also pushing every faction—pirates, revolutionaries, marines, and world nobles—toward an inevitable final clash.

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