One Piece fans are in for an exciting chapter as Chapter 1186 brings major revelations and long-awaited confrontations. The spoilers for this installment, titled “Once More,” reveal that Luffy finally enters the battlefield and lands a punch on Imu’s face . The chapter also uncovers the tragic backstory of Gunko, including her true family connection and her devastating role in Brook’s past .
The chapter will release on June 28, 2026, with no break scheduled for the following week . Readers can access the official release on Shueisha Manga Plus and Viz Media platforms . The brief spoilers have already generated significant excitement, particularly regarding Luffy’s long-awaited confrontation with the mysterious ruler of the world.
Gunko’s Tragic Past and True Identity Revealed
Chapter 1186 provides crucial information about Gunko’s origins. According to the spoilers, Gunko killed King Leuven to stop the war in the Esperia Kingdom . Her biological father is Manmayer Growlo, a God’s Knight who was shown sitting and smoking in the previous chapter . The father and daughter share similar eyes, confirming their blood connection . This revelation ties Gunko to the World Government and explains her involvement with the God’s Knights .
The spoilers also reveal that Gunko was previously known as Princess Shuri, the daughter of King Reuven and Queen Candelle of the Esperia Kingdom . She was acquainted with Brook during her childhood. In a tragic turn of events, Gunko stabbed Brook in the head before leaving the kingdom alongside her father . Brook survived the attack, but the trauma was so severe that he convinced himself the entire incident had been a dream . This revelation explains why certain aspects of Brook’s past have remained hidden and changes how readers understand his backstory.
Brook’s Devastating Past and the Esperia Kingdom
The flashback sequence has revealed the tragic fall of the Esperia Kingdom. Years ago, a mysterious fog enveloped the kingdom, spreading disease and destroying its economy . The kingdom could no longer pay the Heavenly Tribute to the World Government. When King Reuven refused to send 1,000 slaves as compensation, war was declared against Esperia . Brook remained loyal to the king and fought for the kingdom when the World Government invaded .
The chapter shows Gunko stabbing Brook in the head, a moment that caused lasting psychological damage . The trauma was so severe that Brook’s mind buried the memory, treating it as a dream . This discovery adds emotional weight to Brook’s character and could have implications for future storylines .
Luffy Finally Confronts Imu
The most talked-about moment in Chapter 1186 is Luffy’s arrival on the battlefield. After the flashback concludes, the story returns to the present timeline where Loki and Imu are engaged in battle . Imu begins discussing events from 800 years ago, touching on the mysterious Void Century . However, before Imu can continue, Luffy makes his dramatic entrance .
Luffy arrives and immediately punches Imu in the face . This scene has drawn comparisons to when Luffy punched Charlos at the Sabaody Archipelago auction house . The move recalls his direct and defiant style, making it a significant moment in the final saga. After this confrontation, the chapter ends, setting the stage for major battles ahead.
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Chapter Release and Availability
One Piece Chapter 1186 will officially release on June 28, 2026 . The chapter will be available to read for free on Shueisha Manga Plus and Viz Media platforms . Important to note, there will be no break following this chapter’s release, meaning fans can look forward to the story continuing without interruption . The timing of this release is particularly meaningful as the series accelerates toward its final saga.
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