Within the context of the One Piece dub, Episode 369 represents the "calm before the storm." It is the episode where the villain actually seems unbeatable. It deconstructs the typical Shonen formula: the hero gets stronger, but so does the enemy.
Gecko Moria enters a specialized "cockpit" inside Oars' stomach. By utilizing his Shadow Control , Moria allows Oars—who already possesses Luffy's raw power—to use Moria's tactical intelligence and stretching abilities. One Piece -Dub- Episode 369