Review: One Piece Chapter 1174 Reveals The Strongest Duo In Elbaf

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On February 15, 2026, a new chapter of One Piece – Chapter 1174 – was released, marking the third consecutive week with a new installment. Like most chapters in the current Elbaf arc, it was incredibly well-done. With the Elbaf flashback recently concluded, the story is now taking a more measured pace, allowing for careful setup before the major conflicts begin. Eiichiro Oda has consistently demonstrated his skill in this area, and the last three chapters are a perfect example of his masterful storytelling.

The exciting Elbaf arc is quickly reaching its peak! After a long wait, the major battles are about to start, and Chapter 1174 of One Piece set everything in motion with Luffy and Loki’s dramatic entrance. The long-awaited arrival of the Sun God is here, and the fight against Imu is about to begin.

Sommers And Celestial Dragon Cruelty Grows In One Piece

As expected, the author of One Piece, Eiichiro Oda, didn’t shy away from showing the truly dark side of humanity in the latest chapter. The Celestial Dragons represent the worst people in the world, and their cruelty was especially prominent in Chapter 1174. Saint Sommers, in particular, stood out as a compelling villain. While he may not be physically strong, his boundless cruelty and disturbing view of love – finding pleasure in the suffering of those who care for each other – make him a fascinating character.

In a recent chapter of One Piece, Oda depicted a shocking scene where parents were killed by their own children, then fell to their deaths, which greatly pleased the character Sommers. This moment was meant to showcase the typical worldview of the Celestial Dragons: they are incredibly cruel and view ordinary people as worthless. They see themselves as divine beings, superior to everyone else. Oda effectively contrasted this with the deep love and care that the giants of Elbaf have for their children, highlighting the stark difference in values in Chapter 1174.

The tragic fall of the parents and children devastated the people of Elbaf, leading many to believe the rescue mission had failed. However, just when things seemed hopeless, Luffy and Loki arrived, mirroring the arrival of a savior in their darkest hour – a classic turn of events in One Piece, as seen in Chapter 1174.

Oda Shows Why Mothers Are The Strongest In One Piece

In chapter 1174 of One Piece, Oda highlighted the incredible strength and dedication of mothers throughout the series. He beautifully depicted motherhood as a powerful force, contrasting it with the struggles of even the mightiest warriors. For example, Oimo, a strong pirate from the Giant Warrior Pirates, was overwhelmed by the thorns protecting the children, while Ripley, Colon’s mother, fearlessly embraced her son despite knowing it would cost her life. Her priority was simply to save her child, demonstrating the unmatched power of a mother’s love.

I couldn’t save you, Colon, but you won’t face this alone. Your mother is here with you.

Ripley wasn’t the only parent to act. All the parents of the children on Elbaf rushed to save their kids, even facing possible death. It takes immense courage to endure such pain for someone else, and chapter 1174 of One Piece powerfully showed just how strong mothers are in this world. This moment echoes creator Eiichiro Oda’s earlier statement that a mother’s strength surpasses even Kaido, the series’ strongest creature. The chapter beautifully highlighted the incredible strength of all mothers in One Piece, including characters like Portgas D. Rouge, Dadan, Otohime, Scarlet, Toki, and even the powerful Yonko Big Mom.

Luffy and Loki Arrive To Save The Day In One Piece Chapter 1174

The biggest moment in One Piece Chapter 1174 happened at the very end: Luffy and Loki reached the Sun Realm. Just as the ancestors were falling to their deaths, Luffy saved them using a power from his Gear 5 form. He was riding on the back of a huge dragon, which then appeared in the Sun World. Their combined strength caused a massive impact, shaking the entire country. Luffy’s Drums of Liberation echoed across Elbaf, and Loki created a powerful thunderstorm that rattled the land. Together, they completely overwhelmed the Sun World, proving they’re an incredibly powerful duo.

According to Jarul, when it snows and thunder rolls, a massive dragon will fill the heavens, signaling the arrival of the Sun God, heralded by the sound of liberating drums.

Chapter 1174 of One Piece introduced the long-awaited Sun God of Liberation, along with a massive, sky-filling beast named Loki. The chapter confirmed long-held fan theories by revealing Loki’s Devil Fruit to be the Nidhogg Dragon. Now that Imu and the Celestial Dragons are aware of this incredibly powerful new force rising from the Underworld, the biggest battles are about to start, promising a thrilling turn of events. Sadly, One Piece will be on hiatus next week, meaning fans will have to wait two weeks to see Luffy and Loki face off against the world’s ruler, Imu.

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2026-02-16 12:34