Ep 439. Luffy's Treatment Begins! Ivan-san's Miraculous Power!
- TV14
- February 21, 2010
- 23 min
Luffy's Treatment Begins! Ivan-san's Miraculous Power!
In this episode of One Piece, we are introduced to a new arc where Luffy is taken to the land of women for treatment. The episode starts with Luffy being carried on the back of a mysterious giant, who we later find out is called Ivan-san. It turns out that Luffy has been poisoned by Magellan during their recent encounter, and his condition is critical.
Ivan-san takes Luffy to a hidden kingdom in the land of women called Amazon Lily, where men are forbidden to enter. Luffy is unconscious throughout the journey, and we see his mind in a dreamlike state, where he is revisiting some of his past experiences with his crew.
As soon as they arrive at Amazon Lily, Luffy is taken to a medical facility where he receives treatment from a skilled doctor named Kureha. However, her treatment alone is not enough to cure Luffy's condition fully. Ivan-san, who is revealed to have some unusual abilities, claims that he can help Luffy recover faster with the use of his miraculous power.
The episode then takes us through a series of flashbacks, where we learn that Ivan-san was once a prisoner in Impel Down. It is during his time in prison that he discovered his ability to manipulate hormones, which he claims is the source of his miraculous power. He demonstrates his ability by changing Luffy's appearance from his male form to a feminine one, much to his surprise.
However, Ivan-san's ability is not only limited to changing physical appearance. He is also able to manipulate emotions and produce various effects on the human body. He claims that he can help Luffy recover by manipulating his hormones to increase his natural healing abilities.
Meanwhile, back in the land of men, news of Luffy's poisoning has spread, and the navy is on high alert. We see a scene where some of the navy's high-ranked officials discuss the implications of Luffy's condition and what it could mean for their plans to capture pirates.
As the episode progresses, we see Luffy gradually recovering with the help of Dr. Kureha's treatment and Ivan-san's miraculous power. We also learn more about the customs and traditions of Amazon Lily, where women rule over men and are fierce warriors.
Towards the end of the episode, Luffy wakes up from his coma and is understandably confused about his new appearance. He is also surprised to see that his crew is not with him and wonders how he ended up in the land of women. Dr. Kureha and Ivan-san explain everything to him, and Luffy vows to recover quickly so that he can continue his journey to find his crew and take on the navy.
In conclusion, this episode of One Piece is an exciting beginning to a new arc, where we see Luffy facing a new challenge and meeting new characters. We also get a glimpse of Ivan-san's miraculous power, which is sure to play a significant role in the upcoming episodes. The animation and sound design are as stellar as ever, making for an engaging viewing experience.