: Luffy recalls his training with Rayleigh , realizing that Haki truly blooms in the heat of battle against a stronger foe.
The episode's emotional core lies in Carrot’s resolve. Facing a pincer attack from Charlotte Daifuku , Bavarois, and Smoothie , Carrot gazes at the full moon to awaken her "true form".
: Jinbe explains the danger—Sulong is a primal state that drains a Mink's stamina so rapidly they can die within hours if they don't deactivate it. Tactical Domination of the Daifuku Fleet 862 : Sulong! Carrot's Big Mystic Transformation!
Carrot doesn't just fight; she executes a masterclass in ship-to-ship sabotage:
: Her fur turns snowy white, her hair grows into a flowing mane, and her Electro abilities intensify. : Luffy recalls his training with Rayleigh ,
Critics often highlight this episode as a visually striking "showstopper" that expanded the world-building of the Mink Tribe while providing a much-needed tactical victory for the Straw Hats. Episode 862 | One Piece Wiki | Fandom
While Carrot handles the fleet, the fight in the Mirro-World continues. Katakuri questions why Luffy returned, to which Luffy boldly states he is there to surpass him. : Jinbe explains the danger—Sulong is a primal
In , the narrative spotlight shifts to the Mink Tribe's secret weapon as the Straw Hats find themselves trapped by Big Mom’s fleets. This episode is a landmark for Carrot, transforming her from a capable scout into a high-tier combatant and serving as the series' formal introduction to the Sulong ability. The Transformation of the Moon Lion