9 : The Honorable Liar? Captain Usopp! Guide

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.

The title poses a question: Is he just a liar, or is he honorable? 9 : The Honorable Liar? Captain Usopp!

: Usopp sneaks into Kaya's estate to tell her fantastical "battle stories". Though fictitious, these tales act as "medicine" for her loneliness. Luffy, Zoro, and Nami arrive at Syrup Village

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 . 9 : The Honorable Liar? Captain Usopp!