Ep. 57

Summary

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Following clues from Ryuji's memories, the Straw Hats sail through dangerous waters and discover an isolated island covered in ancient ruins. Apis believes it may be the Lost Island, and the crew carries the dragon inland to investigate. Stone carvings and abandoned structures show that people once worshiped the Millennium Dragons, but no living colony remains. Nami compares the ruins with Bokuden's stories and suspects that changes in sea level may have hidden the true island. Luffy, Usopp, and Apis explore a temple while Zoro and Sanji guard Ryuji. They find images of dragons gathering around a distinctive rock formation, suggesting a migration cycle rather than a permanent nest. Eric reaches the island and searches for them, cutting through ruins in his impatience. Commodore Nelson's fleet also approaches after tracking both the mercenary and the pirates. Ryuji reacts to the carvings but still cannot remember the exact route. The crew realizes that the island may only be a former human settlement connected to the legend, not the dragons' birthplace itself. Their search continues under increasing pressure as Marines close the surrounding sea and Eric prepares to seize Ryuji without sharing the prize.