One Piece: Oda Gives Nami A Major Shining Moment In Elbaf

As a long-time fan of One Piece, I must say that chapter 1129 has been one of my favorite moments for Nami yet. It showcases not just her incredible navigational skills but also her growing strength as a member of the Straw Hat Pirates.

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

Key Takeaways

Nami showcased incredible skills as a navigator in Elbaf, impressing fans.
Nami defeated Road of the New Giant Warrior Pirates using thunderclouds.
Oda has hinted at great things for Nami in Elbaf, building high expectations.

In the world of One Piece, Nami, the navigator of the Straw Hat Pirates, is a character that fans have longed to see grow in power, particularly following the timeskip. However, her performance in the last major war arc, Wani, didn’t quite live up to expectations and she didn’t receive as much attention as fans hoped. After a powerful showing on Whole Cake Island, fans anticipated Nami would continue to excel, much like the rest of the Straw Hats.

It’s unfortunate that what was expected didn’t occur, leaving fans largely disappointed with Nami’s performance. Egghead wasn’t significantly better either, keeping Nami in the shadows. However, Elbaf seems poised to rectify these issues, as her character has already demonstrated a strong beginning in the Land of Giants. In One Piece chapter 1129, Nami was given some outstanding scenes right at the start.

Elbaf Sets Up Great Things For Nami

Nami Has Elements Of Scandinavian Culture
Nami Has Already Been A Standout Character In Elbaf

As a dedicated gamer and One Piece fan, I can’t help but feel the hype building around Nami in Elbaf. After the underwhelming arcs of Wano and Egghead, fans are eagerly anticipating something grand for her. The tantalizing glimpses of greatness promised by Elbaf have only fueled this expectation.

Don’t worry! I’ve memorized the whole thing! – Nami

Firstly, let’s focus on Luffy, often referred to as the Sun God by fans. Given his role in Warland, it’s crucial that he performs optimally. Zoro and Sanji, who function as Luffy’s wings, are also key players. Usopp, with his strong connections to Elbaf, could play a significant part and potentially achieve his long-held dream. Lastly, Nami, hinted by Oda to be heavily influenced by Scandinavian culture, may have a pivotal role due to this connection. Until now, it was speculation, but in One Piece chapter 1129, Nami’s importance was demonstrated with significant moments early on, fueling fan expectations for her role in Elbaf even more.

How Nami’s Cartography Skills Were Focused On By Oda

Nami Blew Everyone Away By Memorizing A Map In Seconds

One Piece: Oda Gives Nami A Major Shining Moment In Elbaf

During the start of the Elbaf storyline, Nami and Usopp remained their familiar timid selves, struggling to handle the imminent dangers. Despite this, Nami managed to defeat one of the large creatures resembling those found in the Lego-constructed Elbaf. However, it was the Monster Trio who truly shone, exhibiting impressive power and prowess at the onset of the Elbaf arc, effectively overshadowing Usopp and Nami. Yet, it didn’t take author Oda long to grant Nami a moment in the limelight.

Instead of solely focusing on strength when assessing a character’s performance, it’s essential to consider other aspects as well. For instance, for a character like Nami, whose role is navigation, successfully fulfilling her duties and developing her character in the intended direction is far more significant than demonstrating physical strength.

In chapter 1129 of “One Piece”, Eiichiro Oda cleverly presented a significant instant for Nami. In a mere second, she astonishingly absorbed the entire layout of the fake Lego City. Not only did she grasp her surroundings quickly, but she also determined an escape route and decided on a direction to move in. Her actions were so surprising that even the Straw Hat Pirates were taken aback. This scene highlights Nami’s exceptional navigational abilities and her unique status as an exceptionally skilled navigator. It aligns with Oda’s intention of depicting Nami as the most talented navigator, whose skills are so remarkable that they seem almost unnatural in the realm of navigation.

Nami’s Defeats Road Of The New Giant Warrior Pirates

Nami Also Beat Road Of The New Giant Warrior Pirates

In One Piece chapter 1129, Nami had not just one, but two significant scenes. Firstly, she demonstrated her exceptional navigational abilities, which added depth to her character. However, it wasn’t merely her skills as a navigator that stood out; in the fake Lego City, Nami showcased her power and courage. With the Sun God, later identified as Road of the New Giant Warrior Pirates, hot on the heels of the Straw Hat Pirates, it was Nami who managed to subdue him. While Zoro and Sanji kept Road from capturing the crew, Luffy created an escape route by breaking through a barrier. Meanwhile, Nami harnessed the power of Zeus to generate thunderclouds. When Road was momentarily distracted, she struck with a mighty bolt of lightning, bringing him down.

A natural calamity striking him wouldn’t be anyone’s fault, right? – Nami

This lightning strike utterly destroyed Road without a chance for repair, making him incapacitated. This powerful demonstration of might occurred at the onset of Elbaf, and even though Road was a high-ranking mercenary under Buggy until lately, fans are aware that Nami has more important matters to attend to in this storyline.

Claiming victory in the Elbaf Arc early suggests a wealth of intriguing obstacles ahead for Nami, fostering her growth both power-wise and as a navigator. Moreover, she has begun exhibiting behaviors characteristic of a Yonko Commander, a role that fans have eagerly anticipated since the Wano Country Arc’s end. Fans now anticipate significant achievements from Nami in Elbaf, and future arcs as well. It’s high time for Nami and Usopp to prove they are formidable forces not to be underestimated.

You can read “One Piece” through Viz Media. Fans are able to access the series officially and at no cost on both the Shonen Jump and Manga Plus apps. The upcoming chapter of “One Piece”, titled “One Piece 1130”, is scheduled for release on October 20, 2024.

2024-10-14 02:33