Zoro discovers the Sandai Kitetsu , a cursed blade. To test if his "luck" is stronger than the curse, he tosses the sword into the air and lets it fall toward his extended arm; the blade miraculously circles around him without a scratch.
Meanwhile, Monkey D. Luffy is pursued by Smoker , a Marine captain with the powers of the Moku Moku no Mi (Smoke-Smoke Fruit). New Swords Acquired Sword Name History / Traits Sandai Kitetsu Grade Blade One Piece Episode 49
A Marine Sergeant Major dedicated to collecting "Famous Blades" from criminals. Zoro discovers the Sandai Kitetsu , a cursed blade
Zoro visits a local sword shop in Loguetown to buy new katanas. Luffy is pursued by Smoker , a Marine
Zoro meets Tashigi , a Marine officer who bears a striking resemblance to his late childhood friend, Kuina. She helps him identify high-quality blades, though she is unaware he is a pirate.
Known as a "Cursed Sword" that brings a grizzly death to its owners. Skillful Grade Blade A light and strong heirloom of the Ipponmatsu family. Key Characters
Impressed by Zoro's skill and spirit, the shopkeeper, Ipponmatsu , gives him both the Sandai Kitetsu and the shop’s heirloom, Yubashiri , for free.