In light of a six-month delay for the current Egghead arc, Toei Animation is also remaking the Fish-Man Island arc during this break.

One Piece fans are celebrating the anime's 25th anniversary, marked by the release of the special episode, One Piece Fan Letter, which premiered on October 20, 2024.

This special is based on Tomohito Ohsaki's Straw Hat Stories and is set two years after the Paramount War, offering a unique perspective on the One Piece universe.

The narrative follows a young admirer of Nami who strives to deliver a fan letter before the Straw Hat Pirates reunite at Sabaody Archipelago.

Notable figures in the anime community, including One-Punch Man artist Yusuke Murata, have called the episode 'amazing,' underscoring its appeal.

Critics have hailed One Piece Fan Letter as one of the best half hours of television this year, commending its homage to the series and its fans.

As of now, One Piece Fan Letter holds a rating of 9.26 on MyAnimeList, closely trailing behind Frieren: Beyond Journey's End, which has a score of 9.32.

The special serves as a fitting tribute for the anniversary while providing engaging content for fans during the anime's scheduled hiatus.

The One Piece franchise, created by Eiichiro Oda, has been a cornerstone of anime and manga since its debut in 1997, with various adaptations including a recent live-action series on Netflix.

Just one day after its release, the special has become the highest-rated anime of 2024 and is currently ranked as the second-highest anime of all time on My Anime List.

Directed by Megumi Ishitani, with character design by Keisuke Mori and a script by Momoka Toyoda, the episode has been praised for its quality.

The release of One Piece Fan Letter coincides with a re-edited version of the Fish-Man Island arc, featuring enhanced animation.