The Superculture Review

Record of East Blue: Syrup Village

Episode Summary

Josh, Astrid, and Reid are back covering One Piece volumes 4 and 5, giving their most generous possible read of the Syrup Village arc. On the docket today is Usopp's character breakdown (and whether he's actually interesting or not), the surprising poignance of the Usopp pirates, half-baked race themes, subtle character development, and Sanji's oh-so-delicious pilaf.

Episode Notes

Josh, Astrid, and Reid are back covering One Piece volumes 4 and 5, giving their most generous possible read of the Syrup Village arc. On the docket today is Usopp's character breakdown (and whether he's actually interesting or not), the surprising poignance of the Usopp pirates, half-baked race themes, subtle character development, and Sanji's oh-so-delicious pilaf.

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