For purists who worry about censorship, relax. Episode 373 retains all the queer-coded language regarding Ivankov and the Newkama. The dub uses "Okama" respectfully and allows Ivankov to use masculine pronouns while looking overtly feminine. The translators understand that Ivankov’s power (hormones) makes him/her "gender fluid" in a literal sense, and the English script reflects that without mocking the character.
Without Episode 373, there is no Marineford Arc. This is the ignition point. One Piece -Dub- Episode 373
After the overwhelming power of "Nightmare Luffy" subsides, the giant zombie Oars manages to stand back up, much to the horror of the Rolling Pirates. Despite their exhaustion, the Straw Hat Pirates unite for a coordinated final assault: For purists who worry about censorship, relax
The episode focuses on the crew’s final, desperate push. , Sanji , Franky , Chopper , Robin , Nami , and Usopp combine their strongest moves in a synchronized assault, finally bringing Oars to his knees. However, the victory is short-lived: Moria absorbs all shadows into his own body, transforming into a monstrous new form. The episode ends with a stunned Straw Hat crew facing a seemingly unbeatable foe. After the overwhelming power of "Nightmare Luffy" subsides,
The English dubbed version of Episode 373 was officially released on , as part of Crunchyroll's and Funimation's home video collections. Primary English Voice Cast: Voice Actor Monkey D. Luffy Colleen Clinkenbeard Roronoa Zoro Christopher Sabat Nami Luci Christian Usopp Sonny Strait Sanji Tony Tony Chopper Brina Palencia Nico Robin Stephanie Young Franky Patrick Seitz Brook Ian Sinclair Gecko Moria Chris Guerrero Historical and Production Context Japanese Premiere: October 5, 2008.
But as of Episode 372, Luffy was on the verge of death. After a brutal fight with Magellan, the poison was consuming him from the inside. Enter the "Miracle Worker": .