One Piece: Oda Hints at Bigger Threats Than Holy Knights in Elbaf Arc

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This article contains spoilers from One Piece’s Elbaf arc.

Summary

  • Oda hints at bigger threats than Holy Knights in Elbaf arc.
  • Luffy, Zoro, Sanji to face major battles in future.
  • Giant alliance forms against Holy Knights, setting up epic war.

The intensity of the Elbaf arc in One Piece continues to escalate with each new chapter, and fans anticipate an even more engaging story as Oda unveils greater perils ahead. Presently, Elbaf is under siege by a formidable enemy – the Celestial Dragon warriors, famously known as the Holy Knights or Divine Warriors.

The Knights are extremely strong and their mission is to completely dominate Elbaf. At present, three Holy Knights – Saint Rimoshifu Killingham, Saint Shepherd Sommers, and Gunko – are active within the country. Although these Knights pose a significant threat, especially since they’re holding children hostage, it’s been made clear to fans that they aren’t the main villains in the Elbaf storyline; instead, there are greater adversities ahead for the Straw Hats.

Why The Holy Knights Are Not The Real Elbaf Villains

  • The Holy Knights Face Competition From The Straw Hats and Giants In The Sun World
  • Luffy Zoro and Sanji Remain Uninvolved

For quite some time, viewers speculated that the Holy Knights would serve as the primary antagonists in the Elbaf storyline. This idea seemed plausible, particularly given Shamrock Figarland’s membership within their ranks. However, once Shamrock departed from Elbaf, things began to unravel quickly. The notion of the Holy Knights becoming the main villains now seemed tenuous due to their potential conflict with the Giant Warrior Pirates, whose co-captains possess a combined bounty of 3.6 and include a Yonko crew like the Straw Hat Pirates, another crew in the New Giant Warrior Pirates, and a former Roger Pirate of equal stature to Roger himself, Scopper Gaban, residing in Elbaf. To add further doubt, the storyline’s setting is none other than the home of this powerful figure.

Together, with your collective powers, you can turn this into a game! — Shamrock Figarland

It seems evident that the power the Holy Knights possess won’t suffice against such a vast enemy, which is why Oda strategically parted the Monster Trio from their group while they were in the Sun Realm.

Straw Hats and Giants Alliance Vs Holy Knights Is Inevitable

In the 1144th chapter of “One Piece”, Oda has organized the combatants, which promises an exciting turn of events. Currently, the Giant Warrior Pirates are engaging in conflict with the Holy Knights and their beasts. Additionally, Scopper Gaban made an appearance in this chapter, and Collun aided the Straw Hat Pirates in joining the fray. It’s evident that a significant battle is imminent.

I suppose it’s our turn to join the fray, handling adversaries that are within our scale. Let you handle the larger issues.

I stand by, witnessing the individual might of Gaban, Dorry, and Brogy; they are formidable figures indeed. The Straw Hats may not be the strongest, but their support could tip the scales in no time. It seems a conflict within the Sun Realm is imminent, and its resolution appears to be on the horizon. Interestingly, it seems this war will not involve the Monster Trio just yet; their battles seem destined for another day.

I see Gaban, Dorry, and Brogy are strong on their own. The Straw Hats aren’t as powerful, but they could make a difference. A fight seems about to break out in the Sun Realm, and it might end soon. However, it looks like the Monster Trio won’t be part of this conflict for now; their battles are saved for later.

Oda Is Yet To Reveal The Biggest Threats In The Arc

Luffy, Zoro, and Sanji Will Face A Bigger Threat

It’s clear that fans are well aware that Luffy, Zoro, and Sanji will encounter their most significant battles yet in the Elbaf arc of One Piece. However, it feels odd that they aren’t currently engaged in any fights at all, a departure from their usual behavior. Typically, these three take charge and lead the way. Their absence from the battles suggests that Oda has bigger, more challenging fights planned for them down the line.

In the upcoming battle, the Holy Knights face an adversary that may prove too strong, especially with Scopper Gaban entering the fray. The battle will undoubtedly be fierce, potentially leading to their withdrawal. On the other hand, Luffy, Zoro, and Sanji remain in the Underworld, making a confrontation with Loki unlikely due to his current injuries, as it now seems implausible.

It seems that Oda is hinting that the Holy Knights in the Sun World might not be the main antagonists after all. Perhaps, the Holy Knights will receive additional support from characters like Shamrock, or maybe a greater danger lies ahead for the Straw Hat Pirates in the Elbaf arc, following their confrontation with the Holy Knights. For now, fans should remain patient and hope that Oda unveils the true adversaries of this storyline soon.

Readers can access “One Piece” through Viz Media. Officially and at no cost, fans can read it on the Shonen Jump and Manga Plus apps. The upcoming chapter of “One Piece”, titled “One Piece 1144”, is scheduled for release on March 30, 2025.

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2025-03-30 01:06