@Cockycent:
Those in charge of that live action show are probably reading and/or watching One Piece before they start doing anything. I would hope so at least. I have no proof, but I doubt those in charge were fans beforehand. Gut feeling, but whatever. Worst case scenario, they are wiki readers. If this is true, it's karma from when I used spark notes for 70% of HS.
Talked about it too many times, but…
- Do they change backstories for "it's an adaptation" purposes?
- How much do they omit? Whole arcs? Personality traits? Around the world reactions and happenings?
- Is it sequenced the same? For example, Nami could be introduced during Syrup Village or Baratie, the same way she was for Orange Town
- How much of the story is changed?
I know what most start off with is "CGI and how it'll look", but before they even get there, what will the story be like. All the money in the world for a good looking One Piece live action series can't cover up a shitty adaptation. That Dragon Ball writer's comment always comes back to mind when I think of any live action adaptation for anime. I'm aware that the difference is Oda is involved, but many mangaka have been shown to be too generous in my opinion. From my point of view, they are vocal, but too kind and humble at times. Manga and anime are in a way better place today, but are still not respected that much in entertainment imo. Especially with so many cartoons trying to use the "anime" tag to market, while actual anime don't get the same marketing.
Those in charge should make AP forum or some other OP related community accounts, read OP and take their time. Even then that wouldn't be enough, but it's a great start.
If you are expecting the live action to follow the Manga story to a tee, you'll be sadly mistaken.
I'd be surprised if they follow much of it, aside from the basics