Oda’s Shocking Revelation: What Happens After Luffy Becomes Pirate King?

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

Summary

  • One Piece was originally intended to end in 5 years, but is now expected to last at least another decade.
  • Oda hints at a major war after the One Piece is found, setting up a final arc of epic proportions.
  • Oda suggests that the series will end when Luffy finds the One Piece, which contradicts the anticipated Final War storyline.

Following the culmination of the Wano Country Arc, it’s been confirmed that the grand finale, known as the “Final Saga,” has begun in One Piece. Fans are buzzing with anticipation about what Oda has in store for us next. In his own words, Oda describes this final saga as the most thrilling part of One Piece yet, with events that will make Marineford seem insignificant in comparison. The objective during the Final Saga is singular: to obtain the coveted One Piece.

A colossal competition is unfolding right now, involving the Four Emperors, the World Government, and now, surprisingly, the Navy, all vying for the coveted One Piece. The anticipation is high, as many fans are convinced that there’s a larger narrative to unfold even after the One Piece is discovered. This assumption aligns with what Oda has hinted in his storyline previously. However, recently, Oda has shared his thoughts on what might transpire post the discovery of the One Piece. Admittedly, the author’s revelation is quite surprising.

One Piece Has Stood The Test Of Time

  • One Piece Was Supposed To End in 5 Years
  • Oda Wanted To End One Piece By 2025

Initially intended to last only five years, One Piece has remarkably endured for much longer, indicating there’s still plenty more story left to tell. Originally, Oda envisioned the series focusing on Luffy’s battles against the Four Emperors; however, as each arc progressed, various aspects of One Piece continued to grow, leading us to the expansive narrative we see today.

Initially, I presumed ‘ONE PIECE’ would wrap up in mere five years, and within a year and half, Luffy’s crew of ten would be assembled. I imagined it like playing a video game, but boy was I off the mark! It wasn’t my intention for things to stretch out, that’s just how it unfolded!! – Eiichiro Oda

Looking back, Oda initially envisioned One Piece to conclude within two years, but it didn’t quite work out that way. Instead, the narrative expanded significantly, indicating a wealth of content yet to be explored. As recently as 2020, Oda expressed his intention to wrap up One Piece in five years. Given this timeline, one might assume we are near the end. However, it’s evident from current developments that we are far from reaching the finale. Luffy has obtained three of the four Road Poneglyphs, but the path ahead is filled with obstacles, ensuring the story will continue for some time yet. The ultimate prize, the One Piece, remains unclaimed, and what lies beyond it still awaits revelation.

Oda Sets Up A Major War After The One Piece Is Found

The Final War Will Happen Soon

It’s widely anticipated among One Piece fans that a grand conflict, the Final War, will take place during the concluding arc, known as the Final Saga. The plot has been building towards this for some time now. The stage was set for this war when Imu and the Five Elders initiated another Great Cleaning. The destruction of Lulusia marked the start of a chain reaction that’s only grown more chaotic since then. Notable events include the Revolutionary Army attacking the Reverie, and Vegapunk hinting that whoever locates the One Piece will hold the destiny of the entire world in their hands.

It’s evident that the hidden truth about the world, which remains unclear at present, will become clear once someone locates the elusive One Piece. This discovery is certain to bring about a transformation in the world that will be irreversible. Fans are already eagerly anticipating this battle, and it appears that Oda has meticulously crafted it for grandeur, a scale that could potentially shake the entire world as expected.

It’s apparent from the storyline so far that a war will likely break out after One Piece is found. Whitebeard hinted at this, and the Oden flashback seems to support it. Moreover, it fits well with the direction the plot is taking. However, contrary to these expectations, Oda might have a different plan for the climax of One Piece.

Oda Suggests One Piece Will End When The One Piece Is Found

According To Oda, The One Piece Will Be Found At The End

Fans speculate that a huge conflict will occur once the One Piece is found, reasoning it’s inevitable, but creator Oda appears to have different ideas. In an interview with Detective Conan’s Gosho Aoyama, they discussed the conclusions of their stories. Aoyama shared that he had already sketched the storyboard for his final chapter, surprising even Oda. On the other hand, Oda mentioned that the circumstances surrounding the ending can vary based on how the manga’s main story unfolds, yet the fundamental goal remains unchanged – to conclude the story when Luffy finds the One Piece.

I’ve often imagined how the ending of ‘ONE PIECE’ would play out, but the circumstances leading up to it sometimes shift. However, the story will conclude once the One Piece is discovered within the series, chuckles aside. Now, this upcoming arc is indeed the last one, creator Oda hints.

In Oda’s view, the One Piece manga will conclude when the One Piece artifact is discovered, but this idea seems perplexing given that a grand war in the story’s final arc can only occur post-discovery of the One Piece. It’s somewhat peculiar to suggest wrapping up the series once Luffy assumes the title of Pirate King, as the narrative’s climactic conflict depends on the discovery of the One Piece first.

From a passionate fan’s perspective, if One Piece concludes once Luffy claims the title of Pirate King, the climactic battle would have to unfold before the revelation of Laugh Tale. This scenario would leave significant gaps in understanding the narrative of the World Government and the series’ historical context. Without unraveling the mysteries of the past, it seems challenging for the grand finale to maintain its coherence and impact. Consequently, Oda’s assertion that the series will end upon finding the One Piece might not be an entirely accurate depiction of the story’s conclusion.

Readers can access One Piece through Viz Media! Officially and at no cost, fans can enjoy the series on both Shonen Jump and Manga Plus apps. Mark your calendars for March 23, 2025, as that’s when chapter 1143 of One Piece will be released.

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2025-03-19 23:34