It’s been a long year for fans ofNetflix’s live-actionOne Pieceseries. While it was confirmed that the iconic show would return for a second season shortly after theOne Pieceseason 1 finale, details about what to expect from the story have been scarce, aside from a few casting announcements. However, given the vast and intricate narrative ofOne Piece, even knowing which characters appear gives little insight into the upcoming storyline.
Accordingly, fans have remained eager for more concrete updates, as rumors suggest the second season will premiere sometime this year. Earlier this week, Netflix teased a few more details about the plot through an announcement on its official@NetflixJPX account, revealing two crucial pieces of information that are sure to exciteOne Piecefans. First, Netflix confirmed that filming forOne Pieceseason 2was completed in early February 2025 — lending credibility to the possibility of a 2025 release date. Second, the announcement included one of the first images of the Straw Hat Pirates from the upcoming season.
One Piece’s Loguetown — A Small Place With A Big Impact
This Is Central To The Lore Of Gol D. Roger
While the news about the conclusion of filming is reassuring, the image of the Straw Hat Pirates is even more significant.It not only reveals a key storyline for season 2 — Luffy and his crew’s visit to Loguetown — but also hints at the series' future direction beyond the upcoming season. The image, featured in Netflix’s announcement, shows the Straw Hats standing before a statue in Loguetown’s central square, where Pirate King Gol D. Roger met his demise 20 years prior to the arrival of Luffy and his crewmates. The statue bears the ominous inscription, “The Beginning of the End.”
The image is an adaptation of episode 48 of theOne Pieceanime, titled “The Town of the Beginning and the End.” This is no coincidence, as it refers to the town whereGol D. Rogerwas born, raised, and first experienced the world of piracy. Conversely, it is also the place where he was ultimately executed. As such, Loguetown is the geographic spot — a landmark, of sorts — that both birthed and ended the journey of the greatest pirate to sail the Four Seas.
In One Piece, Every Great Pirate Owes Their Start To Loguetown
Loguetown Has Huge Significance For Luffy & His Quest
The phrase “the beginning of the end” holds deeper significance inOne Piecethan simply referring to a physical location. Loguetown serves as both a narrative and symbolic turning point, marking the inception and conclusion of several pivotal events and themes. Notably,it represents the end of the old pirate era, characterized by Gol D. Rogers' dominance, and the dawn of the modern pirate era.This new era, sparked by Rogers' revelation of his treasure moments before his execution, is marked by an explosion of pirates seeking the coveted loot. This era of piracy formsOne Piece’s core narrative.
Netflix’sOne Pieceis poised for a momentous second season, as hinted by the image. Loguetown marks a pivotal moment whereLuffy, standing on the very spot where Gol D. Roger met his end — just as depicted — boldly declares his intention to become the next Pirate King. Shortly after, the Straw Hats embark on their journey into the Grand Line, the primary route to pirate supremacy. It’s here that their adventure truly begins. This suggests that the upcoming season ofOne Piecewill be even more thrilling than the last.
