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.

: The episode introduces Kaya’s stern butler, Klahadore , who bars Usopp from the mansion, citing his reputation as a delinquent. Episode Highlights Episode 9: "The Honorable Liar? Captain Usopp!" - by C. Ano 9 : The Honorable Liar? Captain Usopp!

: In reality, "Captain" Usopp’s crew consists only of three local children: Ninjin, Piiman, and Tamanegi. : Usopp sneaks into Kaya's estate to tell

The blog post for highlights the introduction of Syrup Village's notorious prankster and the first official member-to-be of the Straw Hat crew. This episode marks the transition into the Syrup Village Arc , the first to air in the year 2000. The Legend Begins: Meeting Captain Usopp Episode Highlights Episode 9: "The Honorable Liar

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.