For the first time in the last two decades of its run, One Piece recently announced that its anime is officially going seasonal, shocking fans with a new production schedule. It's safe to say that the series is currently going through a huge transitional period, and the new release schedule is only the first of many huge changes to come.

While many of these changes appear to be for the better, One Piece's new seasonal format also hints that the series could be ditching one of its defining traditions for good, and it could be its greatest mistake. One Piece's anime may be changing its approach to filler, and fans may need to say goodbye to anime-original filler arcs for good.

One Piece Reveals More Recap Episodes To Come

Luffy in the One Piece anime Custom Image by Megan Pet

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