The spoilers for One Piece Chapter 1189 have arrived, and they bring some of the most intense moments from the Elbaf arc so far. The chapter, titled “King of the World,” shows Monkey D. Luffy in a life-threatening situation against Imu, the mysterious ruler of the World Government. Just when things look hopeless for the Straw Hat captain, an unexpected hero from the past shows up to change everything.
The battle in Elbaf has reached its most critical point. Imu is not holding back and continues to attack Luffy without mercy. The chapter also reveals shocking information about weapons that belonged to the 19 Kings who founded the World Government 800 years ago. These revelations connect directly to the Void Century and raise many new questions about the history of the One Piece world.
Imu Stabs Luffy Again and Pins Him to a Tree
The chapter picks up right where the previous one ended. Luffy is already in bad shape after being stabbed by Imu’s Sword of Nothingness (Vohu) in Chapter 1188. But Imu does not give the Straw Hat captain any time to recover.
Imu summons another legendary weapon called the Sea God Sword and drives it into Luffy’s body once more. The ruler then uses both swords to pin Luffy against a giant tree, making it clear that Imu wants to finish him off for good. Luffy remains in his Gear Fifth form, but even that powerful transformation is not enough against Imu’s overwhelming strength.
Usopp suddenly senses that something terrible has happened to his captain. This moment could be a sign that Usopp’s Observation Haki is awakening. Fans have been waiting for Usopp to develop his Haki abilities since the Dressrosa arc, and this might be the moment Eiichiro Oda has been building toward.
Imu Gives Legendary Weapons to the Holy Knights
While dealing with Luffy, Imu also provides powerful weapons to the Holy Knights who are fighting against the Straw Hat crew. Sommers receives the Sword of Wrath to face Zoro, while Killingham gets the Spear of Holy Command to fight Sanji.
The chapter reveals that all these weapons have a shared origin. According to the spoilers, every weapon Imu has summoned belongs to the 19 Kings who founded the World Government 800 years ago. This discovery ties Imu’s abilities directly to the Void Century and raises new questions about the weapons displayed near the Empty Throne in Mary Geoise.
Reports suggest that Imu is summoning six of the nineteen swords that once belonged to the First Twenty Kings. Some sources mention that three ancient weapons from the Void Century are making their first appearance in this chapter. The chapter also shows Imu giving Sommers and Killingham their respective weapons to continue their battles against Zoro and Sanji.
Shanks’ Conversation with Loki Finally Revealed
The chapter includes a flashback showing a conversation between Shanks and Loki that took place on the day King Harald died. During that meeting, Shanks warned Loki that the World Government was secretly preparing for a future war.
Shanks told Loki that the true enemy is none other than the mysterious “King of the World,” which is a clear reference to Imu. This revelation provides new context for Shanks’ actions throughout the series. It suggests that Shanks deliberately prevented Loki from acting too soon because he understood the larger conflict that was approaching.
The ice that was holding Gunko has melted, but she has not yet regained consciousness.
Scopper Gaban Saves Luffy at the Last Moment
The climax of One Piece Chapter 1189 is incredibly intense. Imu gets ready to deliver the final blow to Luffy by summoning a weapon called the Xingtian Axe. The ruler swings it with full force, seemingly about to end the life of the Straw Hat captain.
But at the very last moment, Scopper Gaban appears and blocks the attack. Gaban, a former member of the Roger Pirates, arrives just in time to save Luffy from certain death. The chapter ends on this major cliffhanger, leaving fans wondering what will happen next.
Gaban had not been seen much in recent chapters. After sacrificing himself for his son, he only appeared when Chopper was treating him. His sudden return during this critical moment suggests that big things are coming. As one of the few people who knows the truth about the world, Imu likely has a reason to want Gaban out of the way.
Release Date and Where to Read
One Piece Chapter 1189 is scheduled to release on July 26, 2026. The manga went on a one-week break after Chapter 1188, which was released on July 12, 2026. The break came at a tense moment when the conflict in Elbaf had reached its most dramatic point.
Fans can read the chapter through official platforms like Shueisha Manga Plus and Viz Media. In Japan, the chapter will be available at 12 AM JST on July 27. Indonesian readers can access One Piece Chapter 1189 with Indonesian subtitles through the legal manga platform MangaPlus.
There will be another break the following week, meaning Chapter 1190 will not release immediately after. The manga’s schedule has been inconsistent recently, with multiple breaks happening throughout the Elbaf arc.
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What the Spoilers Mean for the Story
The revelations in Chapter 1189 have major implications for the overall story of One Piece. The connection between Imu’s weapons and the 19 Kings who founded the World Government confirms that Imu has been hiding these powerful artifacts for 800 years. These weapons were likely used during the Void Century and have remained secret until now.
Luffy’s current condition is extremely serious. He has been stabbed multiple times by Imu’s weapons and is pinned to a tree. Even his Gear Fifth form could not protect him from Imu’s attacks. The situation looks hopeless, but One Piece fans know that Luffy has survived impossible odds before. In the Arabasta arc, Luffy was defeated by Crocodile and came back. In Wano, he fell multiple times against Kaido before awakening Gear Fifth.
Scopper Gaban’s appearance is significant. As a former member of the Roger Pirates, Gaban knows many secrets about the world. His decision to step in and protect Luffy suggests that he believes Luffy is important for what is coming. The question now is whether Gaban can hold off Imu long enough for Luffy to recover.
The chapter also shows that Shanks has been aware of the larger conflict for a long time. His warning to Loki about the “King of the World” proves that Shanks has been preparing for this war. This adds more weight to Shanks’ actions throughout the series and explains why he has been so careful about when and how he gets involved in major events.
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