One Piece is one of the longest-running anime series in the world. The series comprises over a thousand episodes, but there are a ton load of them that don’t have much connection to the main storyline. These are mainly called filler episodes which are bifurcated into arcs. If you are a casual viewer, you may not find much significance in watching these One Piece episodes and can easily be skipped.
In this guide, we tell you the One Piece episodes and arcs you can skip. Read on.
Table of Contents
Warship Island Arc
The first arc you can skip in One Piece is the Warship Island Arc which takes place between episodes 54 to 60. Before heading into the grand line, Luffy and his team rescue a girl called Apis who escaped from a warship and get her and Sennenryu, a weakened dragon back to their home.
Warship Island arc episodes to skip: 54 to 60
Arabasta Mini-Filler Arc
Every filler episode of this arc showcases the journey of the Straw Hat Pirates, along with Vivi who travel to various places in Arabasta. While this arc doesn’t play a major role in the main storyline, viewers willing to enjoy some light-hearted moments of Luffy and the gang can proceed to watch this arc.
Arabasta Mini-Filler arc episodes to skip: 98, 99, and 102
Post-Arabasta Arc
As the name suggests, this arc takes place after the Arabasta Arc where the Straw Hat Pirates gain a new member called Nico Robin a.k.a. Miss All-Sunday. Consisting of a total of five episodes, each episode details the goals and dreams of the crew members which gives viewers a more in-depth look into the characters. However, not much is showcased about Luffy and Nico Robin in these filler episodes.
Post-Arabasta arc episodes to skip: 131 to 135
Goat Island Arc
During the Goat Island filler arc, the Straw Hats, who are on the run from the Marines mistakenly arrive on an island full of goats. Here, they meet an old man who is the owner of the sheep and help him in building and repairing his ship. This arc is yet another series of episodes that exhibit the Straw Hats’ kindness and willingness to help others.
Goat Island arc episodes to skip: 136 to 138
Ruluka Island Arc
This filler arc takes place right after the Goat Island arc which can be entirely skipped as it doesn’t add much significance to the main storyline. In the Ruluka Island Arc, Luffy and his crew are once again being chased by the Marines and as a result, end up in a new island which is ruled by an ex-pirate called Ruluka. Seeing the people of the island getting oppressed by their ruler, the Straw Hat pirates help them out and leave quickly for their next adventure.
Ruluka Island arc episodes to skip: 139 to 143
G-8 Arc
Coming to the fifth filler arc of the One Piece anime series, G-8 arc takes place after the Skypiea adventures in which Luffy and his crew members get trapped inside a marine base. The arc showcases how the protagonists manage to retrieve their ship and escape from the shackles of the Marine.
G-8 arc episodes to skip: 196 to 206
Ocean’s Dream Arc
Moving on, based on a One Piece PlayStation game, the Ocean’s Dream arc is all about the Straw Hat Pirates losing their memories after coming in contact with a mysterious seahorse earlier. Things go haywire when the crew members are unable to recognise themselves. However, Robin is left unaffected and helps the crew regain their memories. Each episode of the arc is focused on a single Straw Hats character.
Ocean’s Dream arc episodes to skip: 220 to 224
Foxy’s Return Arc
Consisting of just two episodes, the Foxy’s Return Arc takes place right after Ocean’s Dream Arc making it yet another consecutive filler arc in the One Piece anime series. This arc marks the re-entry of the flamboyant Foxy and his crew who try to take on Luffy and his gang after onboarding the Merry, Straw Hats’ ship. Both episodes can be dodged as it doesn’t add any significance to the main arc.
Foxy’s return arc episodes to skip: 225 and 226
Straw Hat’s Backstories Arc
As the name suggests, Straw Hat’s Backstories arc takes viewers back into the olden days of the Straw Hat Pirates which is anyways explored in the anime series as the story goes by. You are free to watch this five-episode arc if you wish to revisit the past journey of the main characters.
Straw Hat’s Backstories arc episodes to skip: 279 to 283
Straw Hat and Buggy’s Adventures Arc
This three-episode filler arc takes place in the Edo Period of Japan where Luffy and his team members display a light-hearted friendship with Buggy. Every member wears a traditional Japanese outfit and participates in a festival called the Great Mochimaki Race. Besides that, Luffy gives a singing performance in this arc.
Straw Hat and Buggy’s Adventures arc episodes to skip: 291, 292 and 303
Ice Hunter Arc
In the Ice Hunter arc, the Straw Hats make their way to the Florian Triangle where they provide help to a bunch of people in repairing their ship but soon after realise those are members of Bounty Hunters. Considering the main One Piece storyline has not explored much about bounty hunters, this filler arc can be skipped.
Ice Hunter arc episodes to skip: 326 to 336
Spa Island Arc
As the name suggests, this One Piece filler arc gives a glimpse of Luffy and the gang having fun and enjoyment in a spa until Foxy interferes and gives them a tough time. Since it doesn’t add anything to the main series, it can be skipped.
Spa Island arc episodes to skip: 382 to 384
Little East Blue Arc
The Little East Blue arc is a prequel to a movie called One Piece Film: Strong World. So in case you’re willing to watch the movie, this anime-only arc sets up the basis for the same. During this arc, the Straw Hats land on a strange island that replicates the East Blue.
Little East Blue arc episodes to skip: 426 to 429
Z’s Ambition Arc
Just like the Little East Blue arc, the Z’s Ambition arc serves as a basis for the One Piece Film: Z. In this short arc, the Straw Hat Pirates endeavour on a journey to the Maubeugemour Sea of the New World where they face off against the Neo-Marines. If you don’t plan on watching the movie, this filler arc can be easily skipped.
Z’s Ambition arc episodes to skip: 575 to 578
Caesar Retrieval Arc
Set after the Punk Hazard arc, in the Caeser Retrieval arc, a group of dark figures kidnap Caeser from Luffy and his team. The next mission for the pirate gang is to rescue him from the mysterious kidnappers. So, if you’re curious about Caesar’s past and want to see the Straw Hats in another thrilling heist, the Caesar Retrieval arc is worth watching.
Caesar Retrieval arc episodes to skip: 626 to 628
Silver Mine Arc
The Silver Marine arc is yet another One Piece movie filler arc that bridges the gap between the Dressrosa arc and the Gold movie. Pirates kidnap Luffy and Barto and trap them in their fortress built around silver mines. The story goes on to show the efforts put in by Luffy and Barto to escape the fortress. While you need to watch this arc to understand the movie, it’s generally considered boring and can be skipped.
Silver Mine arc episodes to skip: 747 to 750
Marine Rookie Arc
The next filler One Piece arc on this list is the Marine Rookie arc. The Straw Hat pirates set out on a journey to retrieve Sanji who is trapped in the Whole Cake Island. Their journey comes to a stop when they run out of food supplies which forces them to raid a marine base nearby by disguising themselves as Marines.
Marine Rookie arc episodes to skip: 780 to 782
Cidre Guild Arc
Coming to the Cidre Guild arc, it bridges the gap between the Wano arc and lays down the groundwork for the One Piece Stampede movie. During this particular storyline, Luffy and his crew unexpectedly encounter Boa Hancock who teams up with them to fight the Cidre Guild, a bounty hunter group. That said, If you’re not interested in the movie, you can safely skip these two episodes.
Cidre Guild arc episodes to skip: 895 and 896
One Piece filler episodes and arcs to skip
| ONE PIECE FILLER ARCS TO SKIP | EPISODES |
| Warship Island Arc | 54 to 60 |
| Arabasta Mini-Filler Arc | 98, 99 and 102 |
| Post-Arabasta Arc | 131 to 135 |
| Goat Island Arc | 136 to 138 |
| Ruluka Island Arc | 139 to 143 |
| G-8 Arc | 196 to 206 |
| Ocean’s Dream Arc | 220 to 224 |
| Foxy’s Return Arc | 225 and 226 |
| Straw Hat’s Backstories Arc | 279 to 283 |
| Straw Hat and Buggy’s Adventures Arc | 291, 292 and 303 |
| Ice Hunter Arc | 326 to 336 |
| Spa Island Arc | 382 to 384 |
| Little East Blue Arc | 426 to 429 |
| Z’s Ambition Arc | 575 to 578 |
| Caesar Retrieval Arc | 626 to 628 |
| Silver Mine Arc | 747 to 750 |
| Marine Rookie Arc | 780 to 782 |
| Cidre Guild Arc | 895 and 896 |
FAQs
Will skipping One Piece filler episodes and arcs impact the storyline?
No, skipping the One Piece filler arcs and episodes will not have any impact on your experience of watching the main storyline of the anime series. However, if you’re interested in knowing more about the world of One Piece or have time to spare, these arcs can be considered.
Are the One Piece movies canon to the main anime series?
Just like the filler episodes of One Piece, the movies are not considered to be a part of the canon which means you’re free to skip them.
