9 : The Honorable Liar? Captain Usopp! – Must Try

The episode establishes a critical link between Usopp and Luffy. Luffy immediately recognizes Usopp’s resemblance to , the legendary sniper on Shanks' Red Hair Pirates .

: Usopp sneaks into Kaya's estate to tell her fantastical "battle stories". Though fictitious, these tales act as "medicine" for her loneliness. 9 : The Honorable Liar? Captain Usopp!

: The episode introduces Kaya’s stern butler, Klahadore , who bars Usopp from the mansion, citing his reputation as a delinquent. Episode Highlights Episode 9: "The Honorable Liar? Captain Usopp!" - by C. Ano The episode establishes a critical link between Usopp

: In reality, "Captain" Usopp’s crew consists only of three local children: Ninjin, Piiman, and Tamanegi. Though fictitious, these tales act as "medicine" for

The blog post for highlights the introduction of Syrup Village's notorious prankster and the first official member-to-be of the Straw Hat crew. This episode marks the transition into the Syrup Village Arc , the first to air in the year 2000. The Legend Begins: Meeting Captain Usopp

The title poses a question: Is he just a liar, or is he honorable?

Luffy, Zoro, and Nami arrive at Syrup Village in search of a suitable ship. Their arrival is met by , a boy with a remarkably long nose—a clear nod to Pinocchio—who claims to lead a pirate crew of 8,000.