Luffy meets Shanks again in episode 1029 of the One Piece anime. This is the first time they have a chance encounter after a long time apart
. The reunion has been highly anticipated throughout the series, with hints that it will be a significant moment tied to Luffy's growth and status as an Emperor of the Sea. While the manga and anime have teased this meeting for a long time, it finally happens in this episode, marking a major milestone in the story. Additionally, discussions and fan theories suggest that the full emotional reunion and confrontation might be further developed in the Elbaf arc or even later near the series' climax, but the actual first meeting after their initial separation is episode 1029
