Oden successfully survives 60 minutes in the boiling oil while holding his nine retainers aloft on a massive wooden plank.
Kaido shows a final sign of respect by killing the hag Higurashi (who interfered in their duel) before shooting Oden in the head. Oden dies with a smile as he sinks into the oil. One Piece Episode 974
After hearing the truth of Oden's five-year "foolish" dancing from Shinobu, the citizens of Wano cheer for him in his final moments, completing his iconic catchphrase: "Oden wouldn't be oden... if it wasn't boiled!" . Notable Production Highlights Oden successfully survives 60 minutes in the boiling
Despite Oden completing the challenge, Orochi changes the execution method to a firing squad at the last second. One Piece Episode 974
cemented as a "Legend" whose death sparks the 20-year rebellion.