The Dressrosa Arc is a topic of heated debate among fans. On the one hand, its length is its biggest hurdle. At 118 episodes, many fans feel the pacing, particularly in the anime, grinds to a halt at times, with repetitive reaction shots and extended scenes making it feel like a "slog". However, on a binge-watch or re-read, the experience is often far more positive, as the issue of "weekly fatigue" disappears.
Dressrosa serves as the emotional bedrock for Trafalgar Law. A flashback reveals his childhood in the "White City" of Flevance, where he contracted Amber Lead syndrome. He was saved by Donquixote Rosinante (Corazon), Doflamingo’s kind-hearted younger brother and a marine undercover agent. Corazon stole the Op-Op Fruit to cure Law, ultimately sacrificing his life to protect the boy from Doflamingo. Law’s entire crusade in Dressrosa is fueled by a desire to avenge Corazon. 💥 The Birdcage and the Climax One Piece - Episodes -629-746- -Dressrosa Arc-