One Piece: Heart of Gold

Toei Animation Summer 2016
ActionAdventureComedyDramaFantasyShounen
7.4
Quality Score
0.16 (Mild Positive)
Audience Mood
4 / 10
Controversy
45,191
MAL Ratings

Synopsis

A girl named Olga is pursued by both the World Government and a man named Mad Treasure, as she is the only one who knows the location of the Pure Gold, a substance that can buy the entire world. Olga ends up sailing with the Straw Hat Pirates, and they journey to find the Pure Gold on the lost island of Alchemi, which is located inside the stomach of a large angler fish named Bonbori. (Source: IMDb)

Audience Consensus

Audience reviews are mixed, with many finding the special to be a mediocre prequel to 'Film: Gold'. While some appreciate the adventure elements and character screentime, others criticize the uninspired story, annoying characters, and filler-like feel. It mostly succeeds at hyping up the upcoming movie, but doesn't stand well on its own.

Strengths

  • Provides better screentime among characters.
  • Exciting and thrilling adventure elements.
  • Beautiful art and fluid animation.
  • The Straw Hats each play a role.

Weaknesses

  • Mediocre story, not intricate or detailed.
  • New characters are unlikable or annoying.
  • Feels like a long, dull teaser or filler episode.
  • Bland interactions between the crew.
  • Sound is average and unmemorable.
Available on: Crunchyroll, Tubi TV (availability varies by region)