The Elbaph arc has just reached a boiling point in One Piece Chapter 1175, titled "Nidhogg." After a grueling week-long break, Eiichiro Oda returns with a chapter that blends high-octane action with some of the most significant mythological lore we’ve seen in years.
The Rescue: Zoro and Sanji Step Up
The chapter kicks off with immediate action as the Straw Hats defend the giant children and Robin from Saint Sommers.
Sanji utilizes his Diable Jambe to incinerate the thorny vines trapping Robin.
Zoro showcases his precision by dicing the thorns surrounding the children, earning a rare moment of direct praise from Luffy: "As expected of you, Zoro! I believed in you!"
Loki’s Mythical Power: The Dragon-Dragon Fruit Model Nidhogg
The centerpiece of the chapter is the massive reveal of Loki’s Devil Fruit. Through a flashback from Elder Jarul, we learn the terrifying truth:
The Fruit: Loki ate the Dragon-Dragon Fruit, Mythical Zoan Model: Nidhogg.
The Ability: This fruit allows the user to become the largest dragon in the world. However, its scale is proportional to the user. While a human would be large, an Ancient Giant like Loki can draw out its true world-ending potential.
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New Gear 5 Technique: Gomu Gomu no Dawn Thor Rifle
Luffy isn't staying on the sidelines. To finish off Sommers, Luffy debuts a brand-new Gear 5 move: Gomu Gomu no Dawn Thor Rifle. Taking the "Thor Rifle" from Dressrosa to a Divine level, Luffy’s giant, white-hot fist connects with Sommers, electrocuting him with enough force to literally split the Holy Knight’s face into pieces. To add insult to injury, Loki follows up by simply stomping on the remains.
Imu’s Reaction: The Final Cliffhanger
As Loki wipes out the remaining "Dream Monsters" with a massive lightning blast called Thor Heim, the scene shifts to the Holy Land of Mary Geoise.
In the Room of Flowers, Imu is shown with a look of pure fury. Recognizing the surge of power from Elbaph, Imu mutters:
"I see... Nidhogg... You... were in Elbaph all along!!"
This confirms that Imu has a personal, likely ancient history with the Nidhogg fruit, setting the stage for a collision between the World Government and the land of the Giants.
One Piece 1175 Release Date and Next Chapter
Official Release Date: March 1, 2026
Status: NO BREAK next week. Chapter 1176 is expected on March 8.
The battle for Elbaph has officially shifted from a local skirmish to a global event. With Imu now personally focused on Loki and Luffy, the "Final Saga" is moving faster than ever.
1. The "Ancient Rivals" Theory: Nika vs. Nidhogg
The most popular theory suggests that Joy Boy (Nika) and the previous user of the Nidhogg fruit were actually rivals during the Void Century. In Norse mythology, Nidhogg gnaws at the roots of the World Tree (Yggdrasil).
The Twist: If the Giant Jack/Sun Tree in Elbaph is a version of Yggdrasil, Loki might be the only person capable of "uprooting" the current world order something even Joy Boy couldn't finish. Imu isn't just angry; Imu is afraid of that specific power.
2. Imu is the "Third Brother" of Elbaph
A wild but growing theory posits that Imu has a biological or royal connection to the Elbaph bloodline. Fans noticed Imu’s reaction to Loki felt personal ("You... were in Elbaph all along!"). This suggests Imu has been searching for the Nidhogg fruit for 800 years. Did a previous Elbaph King hide the fruit from the 20 Kingdoms?
3. The "Thor Heim" Connection to Uranus
Loki’s massive lightning blast, Thor Heim, looked suspiciously similar to the Mother Flame-powered attack that erased Lulusia. Some theorists believe the Ancient Weapon Uranus might actually be tied to the Nidhogg fruit’s lineage, or that Loki is using a "primitive" version of the weapon’s power through his Mythical Zoan awakening.
4. Shanks’ True Mission in Elbaph
With Imu now focusing on Elbaph, the role of Shanks becomes critical. Was Shanks guarding Elbaph specifically to keep the Nidhogg fruit out of the World Government's hands? If Loki is the "World Ender," Shanks might be the only one who knows how to keep him in check or how to use him to help Luffy reach Laugh Tale.
5. The Prince of Destruction vs. The Warrior of Liberation
The final theory focuses on the inevitable Luffy vs. Loki clash. While they are currently "allies" against the Holy Knights, their ideologies are polar opposites. Luffy wants everyone to be free (Liberation), while Loki seems to want to burn the world down (Destruction). Imu’s interference might be the only thing that forces these two "Gods" to work together before they eventually fight each other.
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