Syrup Village Arc

The Syrup Village Arc, also referred to as the Gecko Islands Arc, is the third story arc of the manga and anime One Piece, and the third story arc of the East Blue Saga.

Luffy, Zoro and Nami arrive at Syrup Village looking for a ship, where they meet Usopp, the local village liar. After they learn of a secret plot against Usopp's friend Kaya, they decide they have no choice but to help him defeat Captain Kuro in order to save her.