The plan to leave Egghead is on pause as the Strawhats and JJ are stuck in the labs while the world outside slowly-but-surely becomes more chaotic. As the Strawhats scramble to search for Vegapunk and Bonney, join JJ in this week's OP is OP as Kuma's potential backstory is theorized, the drip check is updated, and the survival of everyone's most-worried side character is confirmed to be alive and well (Wapol, of course). Jacob still has military-grade copium, and Justin asks about Kaido's sex...

Egghead continues the momentum of answering decades-old theories from the fanbase; only this time, it is met with Vegapunk's own theory that spins the mind of JJ. In this episode of OP is OP, straddle in as Vegapunk's Theory of Creativity is discussed, predictions on Kuma and Bonney's potential backstory are made, and the popular sci-fi moral question of cloning is brought to light thanks to the introduction, of all possibilities, a copy of a Rocks Pirate member. Jacob joins the now-popular...

Egghead hits an emotional peak and narrative turning point as Oda reveals and confirms vital information about the One Piece world that super-veterans everywhere have been theorizing for years. On this week's episode of OP is OP, JJ speculates where the arc and overall story will go from this point on as we get to meet Vegapunk himself, witness the aftermath of Ohara's preservation of their books, and anticipate CP0 and Kuma joining the fray. Jacob has the panels of Robin's happiness living...

Yes, we have a heated fight between Blackbeard and Law, with the fate of powers and poneglyphs on the line. Yes, Egghead's quickly developing connections to Skypiea, Kuma & Bonney's backstory, and the Revolutionary Army. And yes, Rule 63 Law lives rent-free in JJ's mind. HOWEVER, this week on OP is OP, the super-rookie and super-veteran are most excited about the drip check! Jacob dreams of Usopp piloting a mecha this arc, and Justin thinks space travel is a real possibility. Patreon:...

As the main series continues to build on the sci-fi amusement park that is Egghead, JJ can't help but feel the presence of automatas, wretched weaponry from the sky, and nostalgia with old friends is all too convenient to be a coincidence. The whiteboard is cleared; the minds of super-rookie and super-veteran convene on the forest kingdom of Skypiea as OP is OP introduces a new speculation and theory-heavy series called Waypoint! The significance of one of One Piece's most divided arcs is now...

After JJ stowed away on the other barrel next to Caribou's, they burst out and discovered they were on Egghead! Welcome to the World of Tomorrow! In this episode of OP is OP, fresh out of leaving Oda's version of feudal Japan, the next arc skyrockets onto an island of science-fiction, wonder, technology, and one of the greatest mysteries in all of One Piece: Dr. Vegapunk. Immediately, the super-nova and super-veteran are met with philosophical questions of what makes something or someone...

Wano has concluded after more than 4 years. Oda must be tired. Surely, the next few chapters will be slow, steady, and-- OH, NEVER MIND, WE GOT PLOT, DRAMA, AND EVEN A DEATH STAR! This week on OP is OP, JJ dissects Chapters 1058 - 1060 and discuss what the future holds for the Strawhats (and Caribou). Jacob predicts a prisoner exchange being a major plot point in the future, and Justin thinks Vivi is even more important than we're let on. Patreon: patreon.com/OPisOP Discord:...

Even sitting around the quiet bonfire, JJ feels the unsettling and rising fear of the Cross Guild and its possible impact on the world of One Piece. This week on OP is OP, the super-rookie and super-veteran think back on all the challengers that opposed the Strawhats and respect the best of the best, both the leaders and their goons. Jacob fantasizes about Arlong returning and getting bested in record-time, and Justin enlightens why Katakuri would be the deciding factor in any team...

JJ has been trailing the Strawhats for more than a year, barely keeping up through flying whirlpools and resupplying at hectic docks; however, now that they have caught up, Jacob and Justin agree they are not worthy to even stow away on the Thousand Sunny, and so they let the pirates get a head start. After kindling the Bonfire, the duo decides to cash in their XP to share and compare who, in fact, would be worthy to sail on such a vessel. This week on OP is OP, join the super-veteran and...

After more than 4 years, just short of 150 total chapters, the Epic of Wano has finally concluded! With the curtains closing to Act 3, JJ wraps up any loose ends while also addressing Chapter 1057 and what could be next for One Piece in this episode of OP is OP! Jacob has a Yamato-shaped hole in his heart, and Justin finally reveals his own Strawhat Rankings List! Patreon: patreon.com/OPisOP Discord: https://discord.com/invite/utdp782B Intro: The Buccaneer's Haul by Shane Ivers -...

At the peak of Wano, the emperors of the sea clash as the drums of liberation sound off the return of Joyboy. JJ fully and officially catches up with the One Piece manga full of nostalgia for boomer cartoons, theories on the state of the OP world, and the falling-action of Wano in this special episode of OP is OP! Jacob appreciates the arc of Kozuki Momonosuke the Great, and Justin loves the action Joyboy brings to the manga. Patreon: patreon.com/OPisOP Discord:...

Action! Fights! Team-Ups! Growth! Lore! Act 3's momentum is now firing on all pistons as JJ analyzes each of the major fights under a magnifying glass before the drums of the climax. The Sun God is named, a fear is realized, and a new goal is created, and that's only scratching the surface in this episode of OP is OP! Jacob's eyes lit up seeing a cyborg piloting a mecha suplexing a genetically-modified triceratops, and Justin's heartrate soars when the Wings of the Strawhats fight their...

The Liberation of Wano is underway, and JJ tags along with the Ninja-Pirate-Mink-Samurai Alliance to witness history being made right before their eyes in this week's OP is OP! From the declaration and stakes of the New Onigashima Project to the brand new, captivating character full of potential, this 25-ish chapter portion is so dense with set-up, plot, and development, and yet is only an appetizer compared to what's to come. Jacob catches himself (more than once) simping over the new...

Finally back from their trip reliving the movies and specials, JJ finally returns to the long-awaited Wano: Act 3, only for the co-hosts to find themselves going back in time once more to see the origin of Momonosuke's father: Kozuki Oden! This week on OP is OP, see how the Red Scabbards survived Kaido and Orochi's wrath, witness Gol D. Roger's iconic finding of the One Piece, and experience Kozuki Oden the Magnificent's life! Patreon: patreon.com/OPisOP Discord:...

Literally just the continuation of the last episode. Come on, pay attention. Patreon: patreon.com/OPisOP Discord: https://discord.com/invite/utdp782B Intro: The Buccaneer's Haul by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com Outro: Pirate Crew by Ross Bugden - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQKGLOK2FqmVgVwYferltKQ Check them out for great royalty-free music!

(Part 1/2) This is a special one! A filler episode with a budget and passion, if you would. In this episode of OP is OP, JJ streams on Twitch via digital-snail and constructs a tier list of the best and worst arcs in all of One Piece! While trekking down Memory Lane of the last 23 years of storytelling, the Super-Veteran and Super-Rookie find themselves in agreement with what arcs needed the most work, what had the most potential, what fired on all cylinders, and what made the series an...

Have you ever been out fishing after 9 PM, only for pirates to fall from the sky, evade your capture for days, and eventually escape because some special inspector sent from Navy HQ ruined your plans with a bazooka? Well, that's what it's like to command the G-8 Naval Base at Navarone. This week on OP is OP, JJ takes a gander at arguably the best anime-only filler arc in all of One Piece! Jacob sees Jonathan and hears an ad for a certain truck company, and Justin sees Major Shepherd and...

At some point in the anime runtime, the people at Toei decided to revisit the first truly great arc in One Piece, Arlong Park, and make the TV special titled Episode of Nami. JJ takes another bite at the beautiful, emotional, and powerful origin to the navigator of the Strawhats. Jacob promises not to cry this time, and Justin reappreciates Luffy's character. Patreon: patreon.com/OPisOP Discord: https://discord.com/invite/utdp782B Intro: The Buccaneer's Haul by Shane Ivers -...

Despite this being the second time Monkey D. Luffy is invited to a pirate festival of pirates for pirates by pirates, the Strawhats set sail to commemorate the anime's 20th Anniversary, and everyone is invited! Every. One. As JJ makes their way through the crowded festival in this week's OP is OP, they found the final movie Stampede to be quite fun and enjoyable at first before becoming oversaturated with cameos, disorienting cinematography, and Discount-Broly. Jacob appreciates the final...

Viva Gran Tesoro! This week on OP is OP, JJ have such a night watching Film: Gold and dive into the Vegas-inspired super ship and Gild Tesoro's god complex, but the best is yet to come as the movie is coated in quality, drip, color, and fan service. Jacob can't help falling in love with Lady Luck and Discount-Nami, and Justin's burning love for the film persists ever since he first laid eyes on it. patreon.com/OPisOP Discord: https://discord.com/invite/utdp782B Intro: The Buccaneer's Haul...

The ocean sees the beginning of the world, and the ocean knows the end of the world. This week on OP is OP, JJ takes a look at Film: Z, a villain-focused movie that, despite ruining the world balance with stone-nukes and volcanoes, wins our hearts in the end! Jacob loves how raw and brutal the climax turns out to be, and Justin connects the dots on the movie's naming scheme live! patreon.com/OPisOP Discord: https://discord.com/invite/utdp782B Intro: The Buccaneer's Haul by Shane Ivers -...

Alas, we are here! The beginning to the Golden Age of OP Movies, and Strong World kickstarts with a bang (and an asterisk). This week on OP is OP, JJ enjoys the buffet of peaks and highs the movie presents before dissecting a glaring flaw that's too much for one of the co-hosts to tolerate. Jacob welcomes Brook to the movie franchise as "Bad Bitch Brook," Justin loves Franky's ridiculous banana hat with a cannon, and both want a plushie of Chopper in his pink...

(34:40 to skip to 1045) JJ takes a small break from the One Piece movie coverage to bring you a small interlude. Not a big deal or anything, but in this week's surprise OP is OP, the significant and game-changing Chapters 1044 & 1045 are discussed and analyzed before the inevitable predictions afterwards. Jacob boldly predicts an end to Wano within half of a year, and Justin witnesses the peak of the series after more than a decade of reading weekly. HEAVY SPOILERS...

If you loved Drum Island the first time, you'll love it again here as Episode of Chopper is a wonderful and heartwarming adaptation of everyone's favorite tiny doctor! JJ inspects the differences, pros, and cons to this "what if?" movie, even if they're insignificant to the overall experience. Jacob obsesses over Franky's 10-second Strong Right moment, and Justin obsesses over Zoro's action sequence. Patreon: patreon.com/OPisOP Discord: https://discord.com/invite/utdp782B Intro: The...