Warning: Spoiler for Anime One Piece #1065Episode #1066 of A piece anime will include the first for the series and Toei Animation, with Henry Thurlow became the first non-Japanese to direct an episode in the series’ 24-year history. Upcoming episodes of the One Piece anime will cover the final battles of the Wano Arc, including Luffy’s Gear 5 battle with Kaido. However, The Worst Generation of the series had more than one Yonko taken down before the Onigashima Raid can be seen as a victory for Luffy and his allies. With episode #1065 pushing Law and Kid to their limits in their fight against Big Mom, what happens next is sure to be epic.
One Piece episode #1066, titled “The Top Billing is Coming! Deadly Attack of Shockwave and Magnetism,” will be directed by an American for the first time in anime history. Henry Thurlow tweeted the news (via Crunchyroll) after finding his name in Newtype magazine announcing the anime episode’s staff before they aired. As far as he could tell, “there has never been a non-Japanese ep director for [One Piece]or maybe any Toei Animation TV series… ever.” This great achievement is an inspiration to anyone who grew up outside of Japan with a desire to help create anime.
One Piece’s American director is an important milestone in anime history
The biggest problems with the One Piece anime were fixed in the Wano season with a new art direction and pacing adjustment of the series. However, the arc has also seen Toei Animation recruit more talent from around the world than ever before. Based on his previous work on the anime series, Henry’s journey to become the first foreign One Piece director has been a huge success.
Thurlow helped create some standout moments in One Piece
Henry’s animation talent first appeared near Wano’s beginning in episode #903, when Luffy fought the giant sumo warrior Urashima. His work quickly earned him a regular spot on the series. Since then, his talent has grown and matured along with Toei’s staff. Moments like Oden vs Kaido, Jinbe vs Page One, and Big Mom’s epic magical girl-like weapon combo all exceeded the manga moments as well as the fans’ expectations. However, they could be a warm-up to his directed debut in episode #1066.
It’s hard to choose a thurlow scene to highlight
While Luffy’s battle against Kaido is nearing its climax, Kid and Law’s battle against the seemingly unstoppable Big Mom is also coming to an end. Without spoiling too much for those who just watch the anime, the first episode that Henry Thurlow is directing will likely refer to Law and Kid’s ultimate combo attack against Charlotte Linlin. The female Yonko finally takes the Worst Generation seriously by going all out and even increasing her power by shortening her lifespan, which makes the seemingly invincible villain terrifying. more than ever.
Law and Kid are busy with Big Mom going into One Piece episode #1066. However, viewers will have a surprising and potentially explosive visual experience when episode #1066 airs on June 25. Henry’s journey is an inspiration for artists who love anime. all over the world. Toei’s decision to let foreigners direct such an epic and epic moment in the series proves that One Piece has gone beyond just being a Japanese anime. It has become a project that die-hard fans around the world can enjoy and help create together. Bringing people together from all walks of life is something A piece It has always been, and it will continue to do so for many years to come.
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