In this episode of One Piece Shortcast, we delve into Chapter 45 - “Before the Storm.” We discuss the unexpected turn of events at the Baratie, a floating restaurant frequented by pirates. Tune in as we dig into Sanji’s refusal to join Luffy’s crew and his mysterious reasons for staying. We’ll also unpack the surprising revelation about Zeff’s pirate past and what the Baratie truly means to him. Listen as we detail Gin’s departure back to his crew and his ominous warning to Luffy about the peril of the Grand Line. We’ll also introduce you to Carne, another cook from the Baratie, and explore the looming shadow of Don Krieg, whose fleet is a formidable force of 5,000 men divided into 50 crews. Join us for an exciting deep-dive into this action-packed chapter!