This article includes spoilers from the Elbaf arc of One Piece.
Summary of Key Points
- The existence of the Sun God Nika in the First World is confirmed by Oda in Chapter 1144 of One Piece.
- The First World dates back approximately 3000 years, where Nika was both born and perished in a conflict.
- The Elbaf arc introduces extensive lore about the era of the first Nika and the devastation of the world.
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- The Three Sun Gods of the World
- Oda Reveals When the First Sun God Nika Was Active
- The Death of the First Sun God
The Elbaf arc of One Piece stands out as one of the most lore-rich segments in the series following the time skip. With each chapter, Eiichiro Oda uncovers deeper aspects of the series’ dark history, particularly as One Piece enters its Final Saga, where he begins to unravel some of the most significant mysteries within the storyline.
In this current arc, monumental revelations come to the forefront, propelling the plot forward in a dramatic fashion. Oda continues to unfold the narrative through characters like Franky and Ripley, particularly during their expedition across the Adam Tree, highlighting the era of the original Sun God Nika in Chapter 1144.
The Three Sun Gods of the World
- The Sun God Nika existed long ago in the First World.
- Joy Boy and Luffy channel the powers of the Sun God.
The existence of the Sun God Nika has been a topic of much debate among One Piece fans. While some speculated about Nika’s authenticity, the Elbaf arc clears any doubts, confirming his existence as a historical figure rather than a mere myth. This revelation comes through the narrative shared by Nico Robin while exploring the legendary Harley.
Our world was destroyed twice in the past. — Jarul
According to the Harley’s narrative, the One Piece universe has seen two world destructions, indicating that three distinct worlds have existed. The story sketches a picture of the First World, where the Motherflame was discovered, prompting the onset of slavery. Despite its advanced state, this world was harsh and cruel, and the oppressed longed for liberation, leading to the descent of the Sun God Nika. Ultimately, an alliance between the Earth God and a Serpent of Hellfire resulted in the annihilation of the entire world.
Oda Reveals When the First Sun God Nika Was Active
One Piece Chapter 1144 Confirms a 3000-Year-Old Era
In Chapter 1144 of One Piece, fans rejoin Franky and Ripley as they uncover additional lore about the world’s ancient past. The chapter opens with the duo discovering the remnants of an ancient Iron Giant, which contained a facility — a pivotal moment for both characters, particularly for Franky, who expressed astonishment upon this discovery. Ripley indicated that the facility’s purpose remains a mystery even today.
Based on my observations, this facility has got to be at least 3000 years old! — Vegapunk
Vegapunk Lilith provides crucial insight by revealing that her research suggests the facility is approximately 3000 years old. This, combined with the existence of the Iron Giant, implies that the First World thrived around this time, coinciding with the birth of the Sun God Nika. Historically, Nika, akin to Luffy and Joy Boy, was likely associated with a robot that evolved into the facility.
This significant revelation pushes back previous assumptions that placed the inception of the First World around 1600 years ago, instead providing fans with a more accurate chronological framework thanks to Oda’s revelations. While limited details about the facility’s contents are available, Franky shows eagerness to delve deeper, suggesting future chapters will further unveil the mysteries connected to this technology and its potential ties to the Motherflame from the First World. The ongoing Elbaf arc has already delivered pivotal lore insights, and fans eagerly anticipate new information to emerge.
The Death of the First Sun God
- The First Sun God died amid warfare in the First World.
- Insights into the First World’s conflicts.
As the flames consumed the landscape, humanity succumbed to their vices, invoking the forbidden Sun. In their despair, the enslaved appealed to the Sun God, leading to anger from the Earth God, who, alongside the infernal Serpent, cloaked the world in darkness and despair. Thus, the Sun God and Earth God’s destinies became tragically intertwined.
The chaos of the First World forms a focal point in the narrative. Prior to intense warfare, the Earth line and Devil Fruits seemed non-existent; however, humanity achieved remarkable advancements through the harnessing of the Motherflame. This yielded societal unrest as slaves labored for their masters, ultimately gripping the oppressed with desperation, leading to the emergence of the Sun God Nika who sought to liberate them.
Yet, the Earth God’s fury led to the creation of the Red Line, possibly symbolizing the despair that blanketed the world, resulting in Nika’s demise as they clashed. This catastrophic event rendered the world silent, sparking a multi-millennia-long dormancy of hope until the emergence of a new age millennia later.
As the tale unfolds in the Elbaf arc, viewers eagerly await further exploration of the First World, and potentially the subsequent Second World. The Sun God Nika’s storyline promises to be an essential thread throughout Elbaf, with many mysteries still left to be unraveled. Remaining segments of Elbaf, such as the untapped Heaven Realm, hold the possibility of revealing some of the series’ most profound secrets, amplifying the excitement surrounding the ongoing arc.
One Piece is available for reading via Viz Media. Fans can officially access the series for free on Shonen Jump and the Manga Plus apps. The next chapter of One Piece, Chapter 1144, is scheduled for release on March 30, 2025.