“One Piece” fans are thrilled beyond measure as episode 1072 promises to be the most exhilarating and action-packed installment yet. The previous episode, 1071, delivered a jaw-dropping spectacle that literally broke the internet. This episode crashed several streaming sites, including Crunchyroll, due to the overwhelming global demand from viewers eager to witness Luffy’s Gear 5 transformation for the first time.
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One Piece Episode 1072: Release Date
“One Piece” episode 1072 is set to air on Sunday, August 13, 2023, at 9:30 AM JST in Japan. For international viewers, Crunchyroll will stream the episode with English subtitles approximately one and a half hours after its Japanese broadcast.
The following is the release schedule for the next episode in various time zones:
| Time Zone | Release Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Eastern Daylight Time | 10:00 PM, Saturday, August 12 |
| Pacific Daylight Time | 7:00 PM, Saturday, August 12 |
| Central Daylight Time | 9:00 PM, Saturday, August 12 |
| Mountain Daylight Time | 8:00 PM, Saturday, August 12 |
| British Summer Time | 3:00 AM, Saturday, August 12 |
| India Standard Time | 7:30 AM, Sunday, August 13 |
| Philippine Time | 10:00 AM, Sunday, August 13 |
| Central European Summer Time | 4:00 AM, Sunday, August 13 |
One Piece Episode 1072: What to Expect
“One Piece” Episode 1072, titled “The Ridiculous Power! GEAR5, in Full Play, promises to be an action-packed installment focused on the intense battle between Luffy and Kaido, with Luffy unleashing the full power of his newfound Gear 5 form.
In the previous episode, Luffy finally attained the long-awaited Gear 5 transformation, unlocking incredible new rubber abilities granted by his special Gomu Gomu no Mi Devil fruit. It was revealed that this fruit’s true name is the Hito Hito no Mi, Model: Nika, a rare Mythical Zoan-type Devil Fruit containing the powers of the Sun God Nika, who has evaded the World Government for centuries.
In the next episode, Luffy will showcase more of his mysterious Gear 5 powers, launching creative and hard-hitting attacks against Kaido. Kaido will struggle to counter Luffy’s versatile new abilities, but the cunning villain will surely reveal some tricks up his sleeve. While the focus remains on the two titans clashing, we may also glimpse the characters’ reactions to Luffy’s new form.
A thrilling teaser for “One Piece” Episode 1072 has emerged, revealing that Luffy’s new power will make the earth bounce and transform his techniques into a bizarre new form. The teaser ends with Luffy declaring his intention to become the Pirate King.
With renowned animator Masami Mori and other top animators working on the upcoming episode, fans can expect nonstop, intense fighting between Luffy and Kaido throughout the 24-minute runtime without any flashbacks or cutaways. However, their massive battle likely won’t conclude in this episode. Overall, it will be an exhilarating installment highlighting Luffy’s Gear 5 abilities against Kaido’s fiercest attacks.
Furthermore, the legendary One Piece director Megumi Ishitani is returning for Episode 1072. Whether in the role of director or storyboarder, Ishitani’s creativity promises an unforgettable spectacle. Her involvement means this episode will reach new heights and blow fans’ minds.
The anticipation is building as this upcoming episode will be a “Sakuga” masterpiece, set to surpass the stunning animation seen in memorable episodes like 1015, 1071, and 1062. In anime fandom, “Sakuga” refers to episodes known for their exceptional, visually stunning animation quality.
Final Words
“One Piece” Episode 1072 is one of the most anticipated episodes of the year, as it will showcase the full potential of Luffy’s Gear 5. Make sure to mark your calendars – you won’t want to miss a second of the action when “One Piece” Episode 1072 premieres this weekend!
