Netflix’s live-action One Piece is already looking beyond its next big voyage — at least if Mackenyu gets his wish.
The actor behind Roronoa Zoro appeared at Anime NYC alongside live-action Sanji actor Taz Skylar, where the pair discussed the Netflix adaptation after the recent end of its second season. With Season 3 set to arrive next year, Mackenyu was asked which future storyline he would most want the show to tackle.
A fan brought up Wano, one of the manga and anime’s massive later arcs involving Kaido and Kozuki Oden. Mackenyu’s response was basically: bro, by then he might be ancient. He joked that he would be around 90 by the time Netflix reached that point.
But he did name a more realistic dream arc — Enies Lobby.
“Enies Lobby sounds amazing. I would love to see Usopp burn down the flag.”
That is a very specific One Piece fan answer, and honestly, it says a lot.
Why Enies Lobby Is a Big Deal
Enies Lobby is one of the arcs that helped cement One Piece as more than just a fun pirate adventure. It is the Straw Hats openly taking a stand against the government, with huge emotional stakes and some of the crew’s most iconic moments.
For longtime fans, Usopp burning the flag is not just a cool visual. It is a statement. It is the crew saying they are willing to challenge the world for one of their own. If Netflix ever reaches that point, the adaptation would have to handle not only action, but also the emotional weight that makes One Piece hit so hard.
That is why Mackenyu’s pick is interesting. He did not just choose a flashy Zoro fight or a swordsman-heavy storyline. He pointed to one of the franchise’s most beloved crew-defining moments.
Season 3 Still Has Plenty To Handle First
Before Enies Lobby becomes a serious conversation, the Netflix series has more immediate business. According to the source material timeline referenced by ComicBook Anime, the Straw Hats are heading toward a major clash with Baroque Works in Season 3.
Zoro played an important role for Luffy through Season 2, including story locations such as Little Garden, Whiskey Peak, and Drum Island. The next season should raise the difficulty level significantly, with the crew set to face the strongest members of Baroque Works.
Based on the original manga’s structure, Zoro may not be the one to fight Crocodile, but he still has a dangerous opponent waiting. For a live-action series that has to balance choreography, character work, and fan expectations, that is already a major test.
Mackenyu Is Not Just Saying This For PR
One fun detail from the report: Mackenyu’s One Piece fandom seems pretty legit. ComicBook Anime notes that he is also seriously into the One Piece Trading Card Game, and even placed eighth in a real-world tournament with more than 350 players.
That matters because live-action anime adaptations can sometimes feel like they are handled by people who only understand the brand from a distance. Mackenyu, meanwhile, appears to be deep in the fandom trenches.
Analysis: For Malaysia and SEA readers, the key takeaway is expectation-setting. Netflix’s One Piece is not just adapting “the famous bits” quickly; if the cast is already talking about arcs like Enies Lobby and Wano, it shows how massive the runway could be if the series keeps going. But it also reminds fans that this journey will take years, not months.
For now, Season 3 is the next big checkpoint. If Netflix nails Baroque Works, then we can start dreaming louder about Enies Lobby. Wano? Maybe check back when Mackenyu has grey hair, bro.