Establishes the political stakes of the arc, revealing Gan Fall as the rightful ruler of Skypiea.
Following the battle with Shura, Chopper, Gan Fall, and Pierre are in a dire state after falling into the water. Since they are all Devil Fruit users, they face certain drowning. However, they are rescued by a massive flock of South Birds . These birds reveal to Chopper that Gan Fall was once the "God" of Skypiea before being usurped by Enel. One Piece Episode 164
While the Straw Hats make their discovery, the , led by Wyper, launch a full-scale assault on Upper Yard to reclaim their ancestral home. This sets the stage for a chaotic three-way battle between the Straw Hats, Enel’s priests, and the Shandia. Establishes the political stakes of the arc, revealing