One Piece: Oda Is Finally Unleashing Imu’s True Form In The Elbaf Battle

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The Elbaf arc in One Piece, starting with chapter 1178, launched a major showdown between Imu and Luffy and Loki, and it definitely delivered. The arc introduced huge developments that will fundamentally change the One Piece world. While Luffy and Loki seemed to be gaining the upper hand, the author, Oda, has now revealed Imu’s full power. Fans are about to see the incredible force that Joy Boy confronted 800 years ago during the Void Century – the power that actually killed him. This is the first time Imu will truly demonstrate their abilities in One Piece.

Luffy and Loki Overpowered Gunko In The Warland

The current arc in One Piece, focusing on Elbaf, has felt unsettling since the Loki flashback concluded. This is largely because the Straw Hats and the Giants have been experiencing an unusual string of successes. Throughout the arc, allies of Imu – including Sommers, Killingham, and the Domi Reversi army – have been consistently defeated.

In One Piece chapter 1178, Imu was defeated when Loki and Luffy easily overcame Gunko and its ability, Domi Reversi. While it seemed like the fight was over with Imu removed from Gunko, this victory is short-lived, as Imu’s real form is now revealed – and it poses a serious threat to Luffy and Loki.

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Why Imu’s True Form Is Set To Appear In Elbaf

In One Piece chapter 1178, Loki managed to freeze Imu, signaling that Imu would need to retaliate. At the chapter’s end, Imu gathered the Elders in Marijoa and announced a temporary departure from the Holy Land. This indicates Imu is traveling to Elbaf through the Abyss, intending to directly confront Luffy and Loki, and will likely reveal their full power. This poses a serious threat to Luffy, Loki, and the country of Elbaf, as defeating Imu seems impossible.

Elbaf’s Next Battle Is One Piece’s Biggest In The Final Saga So Far

Luffy and Loki are heading towards a massive and likely chaotic fight with Imu in the upcoming Elbaf Arc. However, Imu is currently far too powerful for them to win. Imu’s strength is legendary – even the ancient armies couldn’t defeat them, and even Joy Boy, a remarkably strong warrior, lost to Imu and the 20 Kings long ago. Right now, a victory for Luffy and Loki seems impossible.

Five Elders, Mu shall leave the Holy Land for a short while. — Imu, One Piece 1178

Imu is likely arriving in Elbaf through an Abyss, potentially in chapter 1179, and will finally reveal their true appearance. While we might see their full form in the next chapter, even if not, they’ll demonstrate their powers when they battle Luffy and Loki again.

Gauging The Chances Of Victory Against The King Of The World

Watching the second round of the fight between Imu, Luffy, and Loki, things aren’t looking good – at all. Honestly, I don’t see the Straw Hats having much of a chance. It just feels impossible that Luffy and Loki could beat the final villain of One Piece at this stage of the story.

If Imu is heading towards Elbaf, it strongly suggests trouble for those who oppose them, including figures like Sun God Nika and Nidhogg. No matter how you look at it, Imu’s arrival is a serious threat to the main characters, putting their lives at risk and potentially leading to significant losses in Elbaf.

One Piece chapter 1179 will be available to read on Manga Plus on April 5, 2026.

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2026-03-28 04:05