Following the chilling remarks of Loki at the conclusion of the previous chapter, fans anticipated that One Piece chapter 1144 would delve deeper into the Underworld group’s narrative through a flashback. However, the recently released chapter chose a different direction, engaging readers with a variety of storylines emanating from the nation of Elbaph.
While the chapter covers multiple angles, a central theme revolves around the **Holy Knights** and their sinister plot to abduct the children of Elbaph for an undisclosed intention. Notably, the opening scenes featuring Franky and Ripley unveiled a surprising truth about Elbaph, hinting at the possible trajectory of the arc’s pivotal confrontations.
Teasers in One Piece Chapter 1144: Luffy’s Potential Alliance with an Ancient Giant Robot
Chapter Overview: A Call to Arms
Titled “A Time For Warriors,” One Piece chapter 1144 begins with a cover story chronicling Yamato’s journey across Wano, where she interacts with girls previously captured by Who’s Who, now liberated thanks to her intervention. Yamato is also depicted reclaiming Shimotsuki Yasuie’s sword while Otama comforts a tearful Minatomo, who has also been freed.
As the narrative transitions to its core content, the focus shifts to Ripley unveiling what appears to be an Ancient Giant Robot to Franky. This colossal figure, now entwined with local flora, seems to serve as a structure for the Giants of Elbaph. Franky’s incredulity regarding a warrior nation’s possession of such a relic deepens as Vegapunk Lilith and Jewelry Bonney arrive, explaining their unexpected detour to this mysterious location.
Ripley points out that the horn blast signifies an impending threat, with Lilith estimating that this facility has remained intact for at least three millennia. As the lightning cloud monster suddenly launches an attack on the group, the stakes in Elbaph escalate.
The narrative then pivots to the Western Village, where the draugr has changed its focus to the celebratory Giants after having wreaked havoc on the fire-svarr. The **Giant Warrior Pirates** spring to action, though Dorry and Brogy find themselves incapacitated in the bathroom due to inebriation. Brook humorously comments on the draugr’s resemblance to himself, while urging caution as the Giants encourage the Straw Hats to seek safety instead of engaging in the conflict.
Within this chaos, Colon receives similar treatment as a child, while Nami takes Elder Jarul towards the injured Giant guards to unveil critical information. Jarul resolves to inform his compatriots about the presence of two extra humans beyond the Straw Hats on Elbaph. Brook suggests that the unfolding chaos hints at additional intruders. As Nami and the crew strive to rejoin the fray, Jarul denies their pleas once again.
Witnessing Jarul resolutely stepping away to aid in the fight, the Straw Hats resolve to target the intruders while the Giants tackle the monsters. Nami then spots Colon hauling supplies for the svarr, and after some playful banter, they embark together, hilariously dubbed the “Colon Pirates.”
The Conflict Unfolds in One Piece Chapter 1144
Shifting to the **Holy Knights**, we find them seated at their table near the Walrus Academy, where Gunko is immersed in music via tone dial headphones. Saint Shepherd Sommers comments on her post-meal ritual, leading Gunko to express her fondness for Brook’s New World. However, the conversation quickly shifts as they notice the children are at risk.
Jaguar D. Saul, with support from Tony Tony Chopper and Nico Robin, tries to contain the children using his shields, warning that they could meet a grim fate. Despite his efforts, an accident leads to both Saul and a child being injured by invisible thorns unleashed by Sommers.
Faced with urgency, Saul determines that they must halt the children using ropes from behind, successfully managing to restrain one child but is then obstructed by the fenrir monster. As chaos ensues, Ange confirms that other monsters are rampaging throughout Elbaph, indicating a more significant threat at play.
The Giants in the Western Village succeed in vanquishing the draugr, yet they lament the effort required to achieve such a victory. However, the emergence of both a ghost and a dragon monster leads them to retreat. Just when it seems dire, Dorry and Brogy arrive, confidently dispatching the threats with a singular Hakkoku strike.
In a twist, it’s revealed that they are aboard the **Great Eirik**, now transformed to function as a svarr, alongside the other members of the Giant Warrior Pirates. As the Giants rejoice, Dorry and Brogy hasten to instruct the others to manage the children, while they deal with the lurking monsters. The chapter concludes on an exhilarating note, revealing Scopper Gaban’s presence, paving the way for the forthcoming battles.
Conclusion: A Prelude to Action
Although One Piece chapter 1144 took an unexpected turn, steering away from predicted developments, it successfully laid the groundwork for the impending action within the Elbaph Arc. Fans can look forward to the Straw Hats entering combat, with each member geared up to confront the challenges ahead. The next installment likely promises to initiate these confrontations while potentially returning to Loki’s backstory.