Warning: SPOILERS for One Piece chapter #1130One Piece’s chapter #1130 finally depictsthe first official look at the land of the giants, Elbaph, exciting fans about the latest adventure of the Straw Hats through this enormous land. Elbaph was first teased in chapter #116 of the manga, during the Little Garden arc in 1999, where Dorry and Brogy, co-captains of the Giant Warrior Pirates, made their debut. Since then, the manga has gradually unveiled other moments where giants and their homeland, Elbaph, have taken the spotlight, building anticipation for this long-awaited exploration.
However, since Elbaph was only hinted at over the years, it often faded into the background as larger events unfolded. Still, it was always clear thatElbaph’s story would eventually come to the forefront. With the grand reveal of this majestic land in the final panel of chapter #1130, the series now promises to deliver everything fans have eagerly awaited. In addition to the breathtaking landscape unveiled in the final panel, remarks from Loki, thelatest villain introduced in the series, further amplify Elbaph’s presence and significance. More so than anything, these elements underscore just how powerful the nation of giants truly is.
One Piece’s First Real Look at Elbaph Shows How Powerful the Giant Nation Is
“The Most Powerful Nation in the World, Which Once Lived and Breathed Warfare”
One Piecechapter #1130, titled “The Accursed Prince”, subtly builds up to the grand reveal of Loki, underscoring the character’s malevolent characteristics. During his encounter with Luffy, Loki confirms that they are on the island of Elbaph and in the country of Warland, the kingdom of warriors andthe most powerful nation in the world. His claim is no exaggeration, as the chapter’s revelation provides ample evidence of Elbaph’s unparalleled strength. At first glance, the land may appear ordinary, like any distant landscape, but the sheer scale of Elbaph becomes apparent through key details, most notably the massive rope bridge that Luffy and the others were climbing after they escaped from the Block Country.
This is a rope bridge where giants Goldberg and Greg seemed like normal-sized humans while walking across it, while Luffy and the others looked like mere insects by comparison. This striking contrast makes it clear that Elbaph is vast enough to house hundreds, if not thousands, of giants. While the sheer scale of Elbaph hints at its enormity, the nation’s strength is further emphasized bythe colossal cannons scattered throughout the land, each one towering even larger than the castle of Road, from which the Straw Hats broke free.
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Finally, the grand reveal also showcasesa humongous sword, which, when compared to the other elements in the chapter, appears nearly as large as the massive tree standing on the land. These details reinforce that Eiichiro Oda is staying true to Loki’s declaration about Elbaph being the most powerful nation in the world. The nation’s military prowess is unmistakable, with weapons of enormous scale, complemented by the fact that its inhabitants proudly identify as warriors. With the Straw Hats' arrival on this land and the final arc getting closer, it is evident that Elbaph will also play a huge role in it.
Elbaph’s Might Will Be Crucial in the Final War
The Giants' Strength Could Tip the Scales
Elbaph was first teased early in the series, and now, nearly 25 years later, its full depiction, rich with monumental details, strongly suggests that it will play a crucial role in the inevitable final war ofOne Piece. The groundwork for Elbaph’s involvement in this climactic conflict has already been laid, hinting thatLuffy may become the one to rally the nation’s formidable military might. The bond between Luffy and the co-captains of the Giant Warrior Pirates, Dorry and Brogy, reinforces this possibility. Their admiration for Luffy, further strengthened by their recent encounter on Egghead Island, suggests that the giants may lend their power to him in the battles ahead.
Additionally, Hajrudin, the leader of the New Giant Warrior Pirates and the crown prince of Elbaph, has already pledged his loyalty to Luffy. The final piece that could secure the full support of Elbaph may unfold in this arc, with Luffy and the Straw Hats potentially resolving the giants' current predicament. Such a resolution would not only deepen their relationship with Elbaph butcould also surpass the bond the giants share with Shanks, hinting that if the emperors ever engage in an all-out war, the giants might side with Luffy over Shanks.
As the other Yonko, Shanks has many islands under his protection, which includes Elbaph. However, Luffy is considered the reincarnation of Nika, the Sun God worshiped by the giants, meaning that they could choose to abandon their alliance with Shanks, especially if Hajrudin becomes king. On any scale, it’s highly plausible that Elbaph, as the world’s strongest nation, will play a pivotal role in the final arc ofOne Pieceand, if, for some reason, this doesn’t come to pass, the series will miss a big opportunity to make its final arc even more epic.
One Piece
Created by Eiichiro Oda, One Piece is a multimedia franchise that began as a manga series and follows the adventures of the Straw Hat Pirates as led by Monkey D. Luffy. Luffy, an enthusiastic pirate with a thirst for adventure, is afflicted by a mysterious curse that gives him various powers he uses to protect himself and his friends. The manga eventually gave way to the anime series, with the two being some of history’s longest-running anime and manga series. Along with over fifty video games made over the years, the series entered the live-action world with Netflix’s 2023 adaptation.
