Episode 965

"Crossing Swords! Roger and Whitebeard!" is the 965th episode of the One Piece anime.

Short Summary
Orochi plots to take the shogunate with Higurashi's assistance.

As Oden continues his journey with the Whitebeard Pirates, he finally encounters the Roger Pirates. A clash between Whitebeard and Gol D. Roger ensues.

Anime Notes

 * The anime adds the following:
 * Orochi fleeing from some pursuers before meeting Higurashi and Semimaru.
 * In the manga, the persecution against the Kurozumi Family is revealed later on when Orochi explained it to Oden.
 * Orochi eating the Hebi Hebi no Mi, Model: Yamata no Orochi and first transforming with it is shown.