Boichi: "I'd love to see Zoro drawn by Boichi." According to the rumors, this remark from Eiichiro Oda was the origin of the "One Piece Cover Comic Project", which consisted of recreating certain chapters of One Piece by different authors. After having submitted my storyboards, I spent my time full of anxiety at the thought that I ruined the original series. Against all odds, Mr. Oda made the following remark: "I'd love to see Ace in full combat drawn by Boichi." Then: "I'd also love to see a sexy Nami drawn by Boichi." The fact that Mr. Oda gave such an opportunity to a young artist such as myself, shows how much interest he shows to the new generation and the future of the Jump magazine. Definitely, his generosity is unfathomable. I don't have the words to express my gratitude.
Ryo Ishiyama: I had the honor of realizing the adaptation of this crazy project. I don't have the words to thank Eiichiro Oda for trusting me with such a role. I was both overwhelmed and confused at such an immense challenge. I sincerely hope that you will find my work up to par in episode A. Dear readers, fasten your seat belts, because Boichi's magnificent art is simply mind-blowing. Like me, you risk being turned upside down by his interpretation of the One Piece universe.
Bonus. Roronoa Zoro Falls Into the Sea (ロロノア・ゾロ海に散る,Roronoa Zoro Umi ni Chiru?): Zoro battles Mihawk. However, it becomes clear that Zoro is completely outmatched. Despite wishing to die for his failure, he is spared, and promises to never lose again.
