One Piece Chapter 1151 Finally Sets The Stage For Elbaf's Final Battle

Summary

The introduction of Imu and the Demonic Pact set the stage for the final battle of the Elbaf arc.
Chapter 1151 confirmed fan theories on character allegiances and revealed Harald’s true allegiance to the World Government.
The chapter hinted at an epic showdown between Luffy, Giants, and the demonic forces of Imu, possibly foreshadowing the series’ endgame.

Ever since it started, many have felt that the Elbaf arc has only gotten more and more interesting with each passing chapter, making fans already regard it as one of the best in all of One Piece. From the revelation of the Gods’ Knights to the mystery of Loki’s Devil Fruit to the very introduction of Imu themselves, the incredible reveals and points made in this arc have set it apart as one of the most important in the series.

Ever since Imu made their debut on the island by possessing Gunko at the end of Chapter 1149, things have only started to pick up even more, with Elbaf now in a dire situation. Because of this, many fans are already bracing for the final battle of the arc to begin, which will surely be one of One Piece’s biggest. So, let’s take a look at how Chapter 1151 sets up this battle as well as the other important reveals that were made during it.

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The Final Battle Of Elbaf Is About To Commence

The Forces Are Gathering

Arc Start	One Piece, Chapter 1129, “Settling the Score”
Latest Chapter	One Piece, Chapter 1151, “I Understand Now”

Ever since Imu finally made their appearance in the overworld in Chapter 1149, things have been picking up like crazy. Not only have they come and completely changed the way the fight was going against the Gods’ Knights, but their Demonic Pact has made some of the strongest Giants on Elbaf turn into evil versions of themselves who want to overthrow Jarul and rule the island in the stead of the World Government.

However, the true excitement in Chapter 1151 came from where the previous chapter left off with Scopper Gaban. As he was seemingly falling to his death in the Realm of the Dead, Chopper jumped in after him, and he even ended up saving his life. This led to their reunion with the Monster Trio, some of the New Giant Warrior Pirates, and Loki, and upon breaking the news to them that Elbaf was under attack, it had finally prompted them to make a move, which the end of the chapter was alluding to.

This promises that Chapter 1152 will likely be one of the most important chapters in the history of One Piece, since the ending of 1151 showed the forces of the heroes getting ready to take on Imu, the Gods’ Knights, and all of their thralls. Most notable were the last three panels of the chapter, which showed Luffy, Hajrudin, and Loki, all eager to jump into battle. This confirmed the longstanding theory of what Loki’s true allegiance is as well as his role as a hero at the end of the arc.

Moreover, this also symbolizes the alliance between Luffy and the Giants, with some fans believing that the final battle of Elbaf is some sort of precursor or microcosm of the greater conflict that the series will end with. This also harkens back to the Elbaf mural from Chapter 1138, which shows Nika working alongside both the Ancient Giants and regular Giants against the demonic forces of Imu.

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A Confirmation Of Multiple Fan Theories In Chapter 1151

Some Fan Theories Were Confirmed

Harald was confirmed to be working with the World Government.
Usopp’s role on Elbaf may have been teased.

Aside from setting up the massive upcoming conflict on Elbaf, Chapter 1151 had many other substantial revelations within it. Most notable of these was the fact that Imu more or less confirmed one of the biggest mysteries regarding the island of Elbaf itself, which was King Harald’s true allegiance. This character was built up from the beginning of the arc as the greatest monarch that Elbaf ever had who wanted peace over everything else.

However, fans immediately noticed how this seemed incredibly fishy, considering the ruler of the ultimate warrior race wanted to keep them complacent and peaceful. Since then, there have been hints sprinkled here and there that suggest that Harald was most likely putting up a facade, and may have truly been working for the World Government the entire time. A passing remark in Chapter 1151 by Imu essentially confirmed Harald’s allegiance to them, though there may be much more to this that will later be expanded upon.

Had Harald not blundered in that critical hour, this nation wouldst have been beneath my rightful dominion.

Moreover, St. Limosiv Kilingham’s actual appearance and the hybrid form of his Awakened Mythical Zoan Devil Fruit were made. Here, he showed how powerful his dream demons truly are as he got them to resurrect upon dying with ease and making new ones very quickly, cementing himself as the biggest threat on the island after Imu themselves.

Most notable, however, was in the Realm of the Dead, where the mysterious Mosa contacted Loki once more. Seeing as how Mosa was thanking Loki for his companionship, as well as the shape that the Transponder Snail took, another fan theory was seemingly confirmed, since many believed the identity of this stranger to be none other than Elder Jarul. While fans will have to wait until the answer is revealed, this seems to be the most probable theory regarding Mosa’s true identity.

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