Straw Hat On, Freedom Sets Sail! LEGO 75638 Battle at Arlong Park – Sealing the Most Thrilling Battle of Youth! [Unboxing Review]

What’s the most unforgettable moment in One Piece for you?

Is it the Summit War, where Luffy first experienced true loss? Robin breaking free from her trauma, crying, “I want to live!”? Or the Sabaody Archipelago incident, where the Straw Hats were utterly crushed?

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Do these scenes replay in your mind? In One Piece’s grand narrative, for me, the battle at Cocoyasi Village’s Arlong Park stands as the first true milestone.

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The fishman Arlong ruled Cocoyasi Village, forcing the genius navigator Nami to draw sea charts, promising to free the village once she earned 100 million Berries. Nami endured for eight years—only for Arlong to collude with the Navy and steal her savings at the last moment. In her despair, the Straw Hats stepped in. Luffy shattered the oppressive Arlong Park, Nami broke her chains to join them, and their voyage for freedom truly began.

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For the crew, this battle showcased Luffy’s leadership and his creed—never pry into a friend’s past, only fight for their future. Nami achieved self-redemption, transforming from a tool of betrayal into a navigator who actively protects her friends. Zoro, Sanji, and Usopp each held their own against formidable foes, marking the crew’s first true team battle.

In the broader One Piece saga, Arlong Park elevated the theme of freedom and forged bonds beyond blood—laying the foundation for the series’ worldview.

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Releasing August 1, LEGO One Piece 75638 Battle at Arlong Park recreates this pivotal battle. Though some may grumble about its live-action Netflix adaptation origins, its detail-packed storytelling makes it a must-have for fans. Let’s dive into the highlights!

Arlong Park Tower: On the Brink of Collapse!

The largest build in the set is the four-story Arlong Park tower. From its three arched entrances to the “ARLONG PARK” sign, the shark-toothed rooftop, and the black pirate flag, every detail matches the live-action version—down to the wind chimes on the eaves.

The tower’s rear is open, revealing the interior. In the series, this was Nami’s “charting room,” where she slaved over maps. A long table dominates the space, with barrels and rolled-up charts (represented by white tubes) nearby. Walls display massive nautical maps.

Though Nami tells Luffy, “He stopped locking me up after I turned 12,” she stayed to protect her village. The set includes the shackles under the table—symbolizing her captivity.

The room feels darker than Nami’s later workspace on the Going Merry, a mood the set captures with shadowed upper sections.

In the climax, Luffy’s Gomu Gomu no Ono (Axe Attack) demolishes the tower. The LEGO version ingeniously features a breakaway function: the roof flies off, walls split apart, and the structure crumbles. Pre-broken edges and damaged walls emphasize its ruin—a metaphor for toppling racial supremacy and oppression.

Four Mini-Scenes: Packed with Details!

Beyond the tower, the set includes four smaller dioramas—three from the park’s grounds.

Arlong’s Throne

A pavilion where Arlong drank with his crew.

Green-and-white pillars, torches, and a ring of yellow translucent lights frame a “SHARK ATTACK” sign. Place Arlong on his brown chair, oozing arrogance.

Shooting Gallery

The crew’s game spot—where Buggy’s disembodied head longed for his body. Stickers show Buggy and two bears as targets.

Play feature: Flip the targets and fire “cannonballs” (1x1 pieces) from the built-in launcher. (Warning: Don’t lose your ammo!)

Tiki Bar

Where Arlong’s lieutenant, the pufferfish fishman Chew, guzzled booze. Includes a chair, table, umbrella, and bar with mugs and a Den Den Mushi. Pose Chew with a bottle to complete the scene.

Village Woods

Where Usopp fought Chew. Hiding behind a log, Usopp faked injury using ketchup (a red translucent piece) to trick Chew—leading to his victory. Recreate the hilarious showdown here!

Five Minifigures: Loaded with Love!

The set includes Luffy, Nami, Usopp, Arlong, and Chew—all with dual-sided faces for key expressions.

Luffy

Unique among LEGO minifigs, his stretchy rubber arms (soft plastic) bend for action poses. Two faces: grinning/angry. His black curls match the live-action look, but removing the hair to wear his straw hat leaves him bald.

Nami

Her tearful plea to Luffy (“Help me!”) is iconic—so the straw hat is hers in this set. The new hat piece angles to avoid hair clash.

Details:

· Left arm bandage covers her former Arlong Pirates tattoo (scratched off in rage).

· Second face: a determined smile, honoring Bell-mère’s legacy: “Always smile through the pain.”

Usopp

Green bandana, floral shirt, and slingshot (Ginga Pachinko). Faces: terrified/smug—perfect for his cowardly bravado.

Arlong

Purple skin, shark-fin hair (soft rubber), and sneering/angry faces. His saw-toothed nose is meticulously printed.

Chew

Blue fishman with water-gun lips (his Hōzukimaru attack). Alternate face shows pursed lips mid-spit.

Three Wanted Posters: Jackpot!

A bonus in all LEGO One Piece sets: randomized wanted posters! This box delivered three big names:

1. Monkey D. Luffy – ฿3,000,000

2. Dracule Mihawk – Bounty Revoked

3. Don Krieg – ฿17,000,000

Display them on the tower or shooting gallery!

Final Verdict: A Perfect Tribute to Passion

While anime purists might side-eye the live-action styling, this set’s design, play features, and minifigures make it a treasure.

Feeling weighed down by life? Let Luffy charge Arlong Park again. As the tower of oppression crumbles, that youthful fire might just reignite.

When Luffy’s axe strike fells the tower, when Nami’s shackles whisper of her past, when Usopp’s ketchup trick makes you grin—the dream once shattered by 100 million Berries heals under Cocoyasi’s sun, proving Luffy’s creed:

“My crew aren’t subordinates—they’re my friends!”

Building Arlong Park’s ruins doesn’t just rekindle nostalgia—it revives the thrill of standing with your crew, defying the world, and reclaiming your youth, brick by brick.