The crew reaches the massive Red Line continent. They must navigate the Going Merry up the dangerous currents of Reverse Mountain , which is the only way to enter the Grand Line from the East Blue.
After leaving Warship Island, the Straw Hat crew is confronted by Eric the Whirlwind, who attempts to steal the "Dragonite" (fossilized dragon bones) from the Sennenryu. One Piece Episode 61
The episode ends with the crew successfully making it over the peak and descending into the Grand Line, where they are immediately greeted by the sight of a massive wall—which turns out to be the whale, Laboon . 2. Canon vs. Filler Status The crew reaches the massive Red Line continent
Luffy takes on the fight personally, fulfilling a promise to the dragon Ryu. He eventually defeats Eric by knocking him off the ship as they approach the Grand Line. The episode ends with the crew successfully making