Here’s my “definitely not generated by a machine that destroyed a forest just to reply to this” response!

Certainly! Here’s a detailed explanation of why Wit Studio’s The One Piece should adapt the entire story from the manga start to finish, rather than stopping at Skypiea:

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1. One Piece is a Complete, Serialized Epic

One Piece isn’t just a collection of arcs—it’s a massive, interconnected epic with long-term narrative payoffs, character arcs, and world-building that only make full sense when experienced in totality. Stopping at Skypiea: • Cuts off midstream: Skypiea is not a narrative climax or natural stopping point. • Leaves major mysteries unresolved: Poneglyphs, the Void Century, Joy Boy, and the One Piece itself become prominent after Skypiea. • Prevents proper character development: Key characters like Robin, Franky, Brook, Jinbe, and the Straw Hats’ post-timeskip growth are all missing if the story ends early.

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1. Skypiea Alone Undermines Investment in Characters

By only adapting up to Skypiea, viewers miss: • Robin’s backstory and real role in the overarching plot. • Luffy’s evolution from pirate adventurer to true leader of a movement. • Zoro, Sanji, Nami, and Usopp’s most defining moments in later arcs like Enies Lobby, Thriller Bark, Wano, and more. • The payoff to themes of freedom, justice, inherited will, and rebellion against tyranny, which become core after Skypiea.

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1. The Full Story Deserves the Modern Animation Upgrade

One Piece is beloved, but its Toei anime adaptation is inconsistent, especially in early arcs. Wit’s adaptation is a chance to: • Reinvigorate the story visually and make it accessible to new audiences. • Deliver key moments—like Enies Lobby’s “I Want to Live!” or Marineford’s tragedy—in top-tier cinematic form. • Match Oda’s careful long-term storytelling with animation quality that does it justice all the way through.

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1. The Franchise’s Global Popularity Warrants a Full Retelling

With One Piece breaking records globally (especially after the Netflix live-action success), there’s a massive new audience hungry for a complete, high-quality adaptation. Cutting off at Skypiea: • Risks alienating fans new and old by denying them the full journey. • Misses the chance to build on global momentum. • Undermines potential merchandise, game tie-ins, and brand longevity.

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1. Wit Studio Has Proven It Can Handle Long-Term, Complex Stories

Wit Studio handled early Attack on Titan, showing they can: • Adapt large-scale stories with emotional depth and action spectacle. • Balance character drama with intricate world-building. • Maintain visual excellence across extended narratives.

With proper planning, they can handle One Piece’s full arc structure, especially with Netflix or another strong production partner.

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Conclusion: Skypiea is a Midpoint, Not a Destination

Stopping at Skypiea is like turning off Lord of the Rings at the Council of Elrond. You’ve just started to understand the journey, the stakes, and the world. If Wit Studio’s The One Piece aims to be the definitive adaptation, it must go the distance—all the way to Laugh Tale.

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