One Piece — Chapter 973

If you've been keeping up with One Piece (Official), then Chapter 972 surely left a mark! Readers are absolutely heartbroken 💔 by this chapter's powerful narrative, especially Oden's tragic fate.

The overwhelming sentiment? Oden is a true legend! Fans are showering him with love, calling him a character who "deserved the world" and emphasizing how incredibly sad his backstory has become. His iconic 'furai' gimmick, once just a quirky eating habit, turned into a gut-wrenching moment for his final stand, leaving many stunned and teary-eyed 😭.

On the flip side, the collective dislike for Orochi is palpable! Readers are united in their opinion: he's "ugly as hell" and his personality "sucks," with absolutely "nothing" going for him 👎. Amidst the heartbreak and hate, a sweet note emerged: Toki and Oden are hailed as the "real power couple" 💕.

Oda's masterful storytelling also garnered attention, particularly how he brilliantly (and somewhat cruelly) used the "boiling" gag as the chapter's emotional climax. And a unique observation from a reader questioned if Oden might have a 'D' in his name, given the poignant "dying laughing" trope. One Piece (Official) Chapter 972 truly delivered a punch of emotions!