One Piece Author Oda Is Repeating the Sabaody Tragedy In Elbaf Arc

One Piece chapter 1178 shows Luffy and Loki's fight with Imu begin and end within a single chapter.

GameRant reports that after Gunko is handled, the real Imu is heading to Elbaf.

The article argues Imu's early appearance raises the chance the Straw Hat Pirates will suffer a defeat similar to the Sabaody Archipelago separation.

Chapter 1179 will be available on Manga Plus on April 5, 2026.