Episode 1041

"Showdown Battles of the Monsters! Yamato and Franky" is the 1041st episode of the One Piece anime.

Short Summary
To cut ties with Kaidou, Yamato unleashes his true power. Meanwhile, Queen repeatedly attacks Sanji with his power as a cyborg, and Sasaki in his Human-Beast Form launches tricky attacks on Franky and drives him into a corner.

Long Summary
Kaidou and Yamato clash on the Onigashima rooftop, as Yamato attempts to cut ties with his father. However, Kaidou refuses to accept it, instead trying to convince Yamato to become the Shogun of Wano under Kaidou. Yamato states that he will continue to believe in Luffy, and that he will stall Kaidou until he returns. He transforms into his Human-Beast Form, vowing to protect Wano.

On the Live Floor, Queen continues to attack Sanji, bragging about his powers as a cyborg. However, Sanji argues that he can only use what he's given, angering Queen. He begins shooting beams at Sanji, forcing him to continue dodging. Sanji remarks that Franky would like Queen's laser technology, only further annoying Queen. As Sanji continues to dodge the lasers, Zoro convinces Chopper and Miyagi to give him the miracle drug.

Elsewhere, Gifters under Tama's influence begin assisting Franky, driving off the Beasts Pirates who were surrounding him. Sasaki informs the Gifters that they're committing treason and charges at Franky, but he's able to catch him and throw him upwards into the ceiling. The two realize that they're both very durable, with Sasaki transforming into his Human-Beast Form.

Back on the roof, Kaidou continues trying to convince Yamato to stay by his side. He remarks that he didn't intend for Yamato to eat his fruit, and Yamato responds that he's also mad since he can no longer swim.

Back in the Right Brain Tower, Sasaki and Franky both draw their swords. Franky instructs the surrounding Gifters to go help others, but Sasaki suddenly begins spinning his propeller frills, confusing Franky. Sasaki begins to fly, charging forward and sending the Gifters flying. Franky is forced on the defensive, preparing the General Shield in anticipation of Sasaki's next charge. However, Sasaki accidentally spins his frills the wrong direction, throwing himself backwards instead. He follows up with a charge forward, successfully blowing one of the thrusters on the General Franky's shoulder. However, Franky managed to grab Sasaki, suplexing him into the ground.

In the ocean, the Heart Pirates continue trying to wake up Luffy. He finally regains consciousness, and begins demanding meat.