While the live-action is a strong entry, its not without its flaws.

ConsideringOne Pieceis known for its intense and dynamic battles, the live-action version rarely showcases standout fight scenes.

However, the live-action more than reassured fans by nailing these challenges.

Split images of Mackenyu as Zoro looking serious and holding up two swords in the live-action One Piece

That said, there werent many standout moments that consistently showcased stunning action throughout the season.

This newfound freedom could allow the production team to bring the intense action scenes closer to the animes standard.

This idea was subtly suggested in a recent interview with Zoros actor, Mackenyu.

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InMackenyus recent interview with Crunchyroll, he shared what it felt like to bring Zoro to life once more.

What was it like bringing Roronoa Zoro to life once again?

Mackenyu:The first season I was trying to find how to bring Zoro to life.

Inaki Godoy as Luffy stretching his face and Devil Fruits in One Piece.

That was my main goal for season one.

Mackenyus words clearly imply that Zoro inOne Pieceseason 2 will be more closely aligned with the source material.

Mackenyus statement gains even more weight when compared to the source material, which season 2 will be incorporating.

Mackenyu as Zoro in front of a manga panel in One Piece.

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In the Whiskey Peak arc, theStraw Hats are confronted by the Baroque Works pirates.

During this confrontation, Zoro defeats no fewer than 100 bounty hunters from the syndicate.

Amid various questions, he also shared his excitement about the second season.

Zoro (mackenyu) wields his three swords in his fight against Mihawk in Netflix’s One Piece.

One Piece follows young pirate Monkey D. Luffy and his diverse crew as they embark on a daring quest for treasure. Released in 2023, the film brings the adventurous world of the popular manga to life, capturing Luffy’s relentless pursuit of the legendary One Piece treasure.

I obviously can’t say much, but what I can say is that this season is wild.

The scale is immense.

Sanji talking to Luffy in One Piece season 1

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One Piece follows young pirate Monkey D. Luffy and his diverse crew as they embark on a daring quest for treasure. Released in 2023, the film brings the adventurous world of the popular manga to life, capturing Luffy’s relentless pursuit of the legendary One Piece treasure.

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