9 : The Honorable Liar? Captain Usopp! Link

: Usopp sneaks into Kaya's estate to tell her fantastical "battle stories". Though fictitious, these tales act as "medicine" for her loneliness.

: Inspired by his father, Usopp aims to become a " brave warrior of the sea ," despite his natural cowardice and anxiety. Themes: The "Honorable" Liar 9 : The Honorable Liar? Captain Usopp!

: Every morning, Usopp runs through the village screaming that pirates have arrived. While seen as a nuisance, his lies often stem from a desire to bring excitement to his boring life and to comfort a sickly, wealthy orphan named Kaya . Yasopp’s Son and the Shanks Connection : Usopp sneaks into Kaya's estate to tell

: This connection creates an instant bond; both boys grew up admiring the same crew and dreaming of the sea. Themes: The "Honorable" Liar : Every morning, Usopp

The title poses a question: Is he just a liar, or is he honorable?

The episode establishes a critical link between Usopp and Luffy. Luffy immediately recognizes Usopp’s resemblance to , the legendary sniper on Shanks' Red Hair Pirates .