Following Arlong's defeat, the inhabitants of Cocoyashi Village and surrounding areas erupt in celebration, finally liberated from eight years of tyranny.
🌟 Nami leaves behind the 100 million Berries she had spent years stealing to buy the village back from Arlong, choosing freedom over the money that had once been her only goal. One Piece (Dub) Episode 44
Report: One Piece Episode 44 – "Setting Out with a Smile! Farewell, Hometown Cocoyashi Village!" Farewell, Hometown Cocoyashi Village
If you'd like more details on a specific part of this episode: Individual crew reactions to Nami's departure How this transitions into the Loguetown Arc Episode 44 | One Piece Wiki | Fandom ⚓ Episode Overview " Setting Out with a Smile
In a classic display of her personality, Nami boards the Going Merry not with a tearful goodbye, but by pickpocketing the entire village as she runs toward the dock. Despite being robbed, the townspeople cheer her on, acknowledging that her theft is her unique way of saying goodbye.
Episode 44 serves as the emotional conclusion to the , marking a major turning point for the series as the Straw Hat Pirates gain their permanent navigator. ⚓ Episode Overview
" Setting Out with a Smile! Farewell, Hometown Cocoyashi Village! " Original Air Date (Japan): October 11, 2000 English Dub Release: March 31, 2009 (DVD) Key Event: Nami officially joins the Straw Hat Pirates. 📝 Detailed Plot Summary