One Piece Chapter 1171 Preview: The End Of The Loki Flashback

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This article contains spoilers for the Final Saga of One Piece.

After a long hiatus, new chapter 1171 of One Piece is finally here, and fans are thrilled to see what creator Eiichiro Oda has in store. The story is currently focused on the Elbaf Arc, and it appears the flashback involving Loki, along with old stories about characters like King Harald and the Rocks Pirates, is nearing its conclusion.

Chapter 1171 of One Piece will likely finish the current flashback story and bring the action back to the present day, which fans have been eagerly anticipating. While many One Piece fans enjoy detailed backstories, they often lead to extended periods where the Straw Hat Pirates aren’t actively progressing. Now, it looks like the Straw Hats are about to resume their adventure, and fans are incredibly excited to see what happens next.

Loki’s Adventure After The Fall of Harald Will Be Shown

  • Loki Has Already Killed Harald
  • His Adventures Across The Seas Will Be Shown Soon

After the events at Aurust Castle fourteen years ago, it’s clear Loki will play a major role in what happens next. Most likely, One Piece chapter 1171 will show Loki being forced to leave Elbaf, due to the reasons hinted at early in the story. The people of Elbaf believe Loki is responsible for the death of King Harald and the theft of their country’s powerful Devil Fruit.

Loki actually saved the country by killing Harald, who had been manipulated by Imu. Although this made Loki appear to be the villain, he chose to protect his father’s reputation rather than reveal the truth about what happened at Aurust Castle, as his father had requested. He took full responsibility to preserve his father’s dignity.

Fourteen years ago, a fierce battle took place at Aurust Castle between King Harald and Loki. These scars are remnants of that fight. While Loki was a powerful opponent, King Harald was a renowned and skilled warrior. Sadly, the extent of the damage suggests the outcome was unavoidable. Only two people were left alive after the battle: Chief Jarul and Loki. — Rodo, recounting the Battle of Aurust Castle

Fans suspect Elbaf once managed to capture Loki, but Loki later set off on a great voyage. He eventually caused so much destruction that the World Government placed a massive, “special” bounty of 2.6 billion berries on his head. Finally, Shanks was the one who subdued Loki, chained him up, and brought him back to Warland on Elbaf.

Fans are familiar with the aftermath of the events at Aurust Castle from fourteen years ago, but most of these details will probably be quickly summarized in One Piece Chapter 1171.

Oda Will Likely Skip Shanks Vs Loki

Everyone is really excited about the potential fight between Shanks and Loki in the next One Piece chapter. However, the story is moving very quickly, and it’s unlikely we’ll see a full-blown battle between them before we learn what Loki’s powers are in the present day.

Although it’s possible Oda might show shadowy figures during the battle between Shanks and Loki from six years ago, it’s more probable he’ll avoid depicting the fight altogether, leaving fans to wonder what actually happened when Shanks faced this massive creature.

It might disappoint some readers, but the author typically handles storylines this way, and the next chapter will likely follow suit. It’s unlikely we’ll see a full-scale battle between Loki and Shanks, as it doesn’t fit the current narrative. Considering the author dedicated only one chapter to the significant fight between Loki and Harald in the flashback, a larger battle now seems improbable.

Episode 1171 of One Piece is expected to quickly catch up to the current events, after which Luffy and his crew will drive the story forward.

Luffy and The Straw Hats Are Set To Finally Return

  • Luffy Will Return After Many Months Of Absence
  • The Straw Hats Vs the Holy Knights Begins

Although some fans might be disappointed that we won’t see a fight between Loki and Shanks, the most important thing is that the Straw Hat Pirates are coming back! It’s been a long time since we’ve seen them, and fans have really missed them. The most exciting moments in One Piece always happen when the Straw Hats are involved, and that will continue when they reach Elbaf.

I am the Sun God, a figure from this land’s myths. Mortal, you must not address me unless I allow it. I believe I am the strongest being in these lands. This is Warland, the kingdom of violence belonging to Elbaf – once the world’s most fearsome, war-focused nation. And I, Loki, am the Sun God destined to bring about the world’s end! – Loki’s self-introduction in the Elbaf Arc.

The Elbaf flashback has gone on for quite a while, so fans are eager to return to the present storyline in the next chapter. Now that Loki has finished telling his story, Hajrudin and Luffy need to decide what to do with him. It’s likely Loki will be released and asked to help fight Imu in Elbaf’s Sun Realm.

It’s highly probable that One Piece Chapter 1171 will conclude with Luffy and his crew reuniting and traveling to the Sun Realm, where Imu is causing destruction. Fans are eagerly anticipating this significant development in the next chapter, and it promises to be well worth the wait.

The Time To Fight Imu Has Arrived

The story of One Piece is now shifting its focus to the battles that will take place in Elbaf, promising a lot of action. While fans who enjoyed the story’s deeper lore and world-building have had their fill, the series is now gearing up for thrilling fights and intense combat. Elbaf seems like the perfect place for the Straw Hat Pirates to really show what they can do.

The story is heading back to the Sun Realm, where Luffy and his crew will finally face off against Imu’s Demon Army. Fans are especially eager to see Luffy battle Imu, as their conflict is expected to be the climax of the entire series.

Beyond all of that, fans can look forward to some thrilling fights, like the intense battle between Zoro and Sanji against Dory and Brogy. However, the most anticipated moment is seeing Loki finally use their Devil Fruit abilities, which the story really needs right now. Overall, One Piece chapter 1171 promises to be amazing and will likely lay the groundwork for some fascinating developments in the Elbaf arc.

Eiichiro Oda’s popular manga, One Piece, follows Monkey D. Luffy and his crew, the Straw Hat Pirates, as they search for the legendary treasure, the One Piece. The story is currently in its final arc. The newest chapter, 1171, will be released in this week’s Weekly Shonen Jump on January 18, 2026. In Japan, it will become available at midnight on Monday, which is 11:00 AM Eastern Time and 8:00 AM Pacific Time. Fans can read the chapter for free on Manga Plus and the Shonen Jump app, and by doing so, they directly support the creator.

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2026-01-14 00:35