One Piece Chapter 1169 Preview: Loki Vs Harald Begins

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

After a two-week pause, One Piece is back, and fans are eagerly awaiting chapter 1169! This chapter will finally kick off the long-awaited Elbaf flashback, something the author has been carefully preparing for months. Oda has been steadily building towards this moment, and now it’s here.

King Harald has been defeated by Imu, setting the stage for the long-awaited conflict between Harald and Loki – a battle that fundamentally shaped the island of Elbaf. This fight promises to be world-altering, and fans will finally learn the circumstances surrounding Harald’s death. We’ll also get answers about Loki’s powerful and famous Devil Fruit, and many other mysteries.

Loki and Harald’s Battle Begins In One Piece Chapter 1169

  • Loki Will Eat The Legendary Devil Fruit In One Piece 1169
  • Harald Will Fall To Imu’s Powers

Chapter 1169 of One Piece promises to be a thrilling read, as a major conflict is about to start. The previous chapter showed King Harald falling under Imu’s control. Using the Deep Sea Pact, Imu was able to completely manipulate Harald, leading him to immediately summon Loki and Elder Jarul.

Okay, so things are about to get really intense. We’re flashing back to the day King Harald died, and trust me, you won’t want to miss a single panel. Get ready, because this is where everything changes!

In the beginning of the flashback, viewers saw Harald get stabbed by his own guards, and it was clearly ordered by King Harald himself. Since Harald is immortal, the stabbing won’t actually hurt him, and the next chapter of One Piece, 1169, will likely begin with the aftermath of this event.

The long-awaited fight between Jarul, Loki, and Harald is about to start, and it will heavily influence the rest of the storyline. Harald will have become incredibly powerful, far surpassing anyone else in the world of One Piece. He’s now the strongest character in One Piece, and chapter 1169 will showcase just how strong he’s become.

One Piece Chapter 1169 is set to reveal the full story behind the fight between Harald and Loki, including Loki’s abilities. The chapter will also explain why Harald stabbed Elder Jarul and how Jarul managed to survive the attack.

Elbaf’s Legendary Devil Fruit Will Finally Be Revealed

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Chapter 1169 of One Piece will likely provide more details about the story’s smaller elements and how they fit into the bigger picture. Currently, Loki hasn’t eaten a Devil Fruit, but it’s been established that he will eventually consume the legendary Devil Fruit of Elbaf, a fruit that has been passed down through the royal family.

Loki stole the incredibly powerful Devil Fruit from Elbaf. The Elbaf Giants fear that if he isn’t stopped, he’ll bring destruction to the entire world.

There’s a strong chance Loki might eat this Devil Fruit in One Piece chapter 1169. This could potentially stop Harald’s destructive behavior. Alternatively, Imu might have been trying to obtain the fruit and sent a Holy Knight to collect it.

It’s possible Loki ate the Devil Fruit to keep it safe, which is how he gained his abilities. Either way, One Piece chapter 1169 will reveal more about Loki and the powerful Devil Fruit from Elbaf.

The Elbaf Flashback Will Reach Its Climax In One Piece Chapter 1169

We’re nearing the end of the Elbaf arc flashback. Chapter 1169 of One Piece will finally show the fight between Loki, Jarul, and King Harald. While the battle might take a chapter or two, it will likely mark the conclusion of the flashback’s main story.

Viewers may see Loki’s story continue, as he clearly departed Elbaf and ventured onto the seas, intending to create trouble after the King’s death. However, this likely isn’t the central focus of the flashback and won’t be explored in great detail.

Loki ultimately lost to Shanks and went back to Elbaf. While the fight might be shown in more detail during a future flashback about Elbaf, it’s possible it won’t be covered at all. Given how much Oda needs to cover, the manga may move quickly past this event, likely returning to the present-day story of the Elbaf arc around chapters 1171 or 1172.

Excitement is building for the upcoming Elbaf arc in Eiichiro Oda’s One Piece, as the legendary Ragnarok of Elbaf draws near. The story follows Monkey D. Luffy and his crew, the Straw Hat Pirates, on their quest for the ultimate treasure, the One Piece. Currently in its final saga, a new chapter – 1169 – will be released in this week’s Weekly Shonen Jump on December 21, 2025. In Japan, it becomes available at midnight on Monday (11:00 AM EST / 8:00 AM PT). Fans can read the chapter legally and for free on Manga Plus and the Shonen Jump app, directly supporting the creator.

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2025-12-17 00:35