: Viewers finally learn why Rebecca fights without wanting to hurt others. Her "Backwater Sword" style and incredible dodging skills are a direct result of the Toy Soldier's training and her mother’s wish for her to live a peaceful life. Visuals and Animation
“Poor Rebecca, the fact that she's still going through her ordeal says a lot about her character.” Reddit · r/OnePiece · 11 years ago One Piece Episode 651
The episode masterfully transitions from the chaos of the Corrida Coliseum to a series of flashbacks that humanize the hated gladiator, Rebecca: : Viewers finally learn why Rebecca fights without
: The episode details the death of Rebecca’s mother, Scarlet, who dies while trying to find food for her starving daughter after they were hunted by King Riku's army. Fans often cite this episode as the moment
Fans often cite this episode as the moment they truly began to care for Rebecca as a character rather than just a Coliseum participant.