One Piece: Oda’s Endgame Plans Revealed

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This article contains spoilers from One Piece‘s Elbaf arc.

Summary

  • One Piece has entered its final saga after the end of Wano.
  • Oda has plans for the final chapter of the story already.
  • One Piece won’t end before 2030, with many events still to come.

For over two decades, “One Piece” has consistently captivated readers and remains robust even during its Final Saga. Given its continuous serialization for nearly three decades, it’s not unexpected that the epic tale of “One Piece” is gradually nearing its conclusion. In fact, Oda, the creator, had previously expressed his intention to bring the story to a close as soon as possible, and based on his estimations, this would have taken around 3 years.

Indeed, these assertions have been disproven as fans are well aware that the story isn’t concluding anytime soon. However, it’s important to remember that One Piece will eventually come to an end, and if nothing else, the knowledge that Eiichiro Oda has a final chapter in mind might provide that sense of closure. Given where we are now in the narrative, it’s not surprising to learn that Oda has already mapped out most of the major components of the Final Saga. This information was shared by him during his interview with Gosho Aoyama, the creator of Detective Conan.

One Piece Has Entered Its Final Saga

  • Wano Marked The End Of The Four Emperors Saga
  • One Piece Began Its Final Saga With Egghead

Previously, Oda had hinted to fans that the conclusion of Wano would bring One Piece closer to its end. In the Wano saga, Luffy and his Straw Hat crew made a significant stride as pirates by confronting and overpowering the Beast Pirate faction. Luffy engaged Kaido in combat, ultimately leading to Kaido’s defeat, with Luffy emerging victorious. Recently, Luffy unlocked Gear 5 and gained insights into his Haki, making it less surprising that he is on track to claim a spot among the new Yonko of the Sea.

From here onwards, I’ll draw it all. The mysteries of the world! — Oda on starting the Final Saga

Embarking on this thrilling journey, I found myself delving into a fresh narrative that Oda labels as the Final Saga – a part of the story that he can hardly wait to bring to life with his art. With each passing chapter, it becomes more evident that this is where our cherished characters will unite and where the most significant events unfold. The Egghead arc marked the beginning of our transition into the Last Saga, and it’s safe to say Oda raised the stakes significantly. While Egghead was undeniably impressive, it pales in comparison to the spectacle that Elbaf has turned out to be thus far. As we venture further into One Piece’s Final Saga, I can hardly contain my excitement for the mind-blowing revelations that await us. In fact, Oda himself hinted at setting up key events for the last chapter yet, which will undoubtedly leave readers on the edge of their seats!

Oda Has The Final Chapter Of The Story Ready

The Draft For the Final Chapter Has Been in Oda’s Mind For Years

Since Oda has reached the final act in the storyline of “One Piece,” it’s not unexpected that many of the elements he’s depicting now have been meticulously planned ahead. In fact, even the last chapter of “One Piece” has been pre-determined by Oda himself. This may seem hard to believe for some “One Piece” fans, but it is a fact as stated by Oda during his conversation with Gosho Aoyama.

Oda: I’ve often imagined how the last chapter of ‘ONE PIECE’ would unfold, but sometimes the circumstances leading up to it shift. Nonetheless, the story will conclude once the One Piece is discovered in the series, chuckles Oda. However, this upcoming arc marks the final one. — Eiichiro Oda

Ever since I, as the creator of One Piece, mapped out the story’s ending, it’s been a matter of fine-tuning details along the way. I remain confident that One Piece’s epic journey will conclude when Luffy unearths the ultimate treasure and finally unravels the world’s most profound mysteries – but we’re certainly not there yet!

When Will One Piece End?

One Piece Won’t End Before 2030

Could it spark curiosity in someone about when the story of One Piece might conclude? It appears that One Piece is currently giving no hints of wrapping up. Although the Final Saga has already commenced, readers are merely halfway through this Saga’s second arc. This particular saga is predicted to carry on for another year or two, meaning fans should bear in mind that One Piece‘s conclusion remains distant. With numerous developments unfolding and many characters making their moves, coupled with Oda’s penchant for detailing, it seems the series won’t be wrapping up any time soon. It is highly unlikely that One Piece will reach its end before 2030, as fans have much more to look forward to.

In a few days from now, we’ll be getting our hands on the next chapter of One Piece, which is number 1146! Typically, new chapters are released every Sunday, but in Japan, it will come out at 12AM JST on Monday. Most global readers can expect to access the chapter on April 20th, 2025. Excitingly, fans can read this chapter for free on Manga Plus!

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2025-04-13 00:26