The latest battle in Elbaf is bringing major surprises as the Straw Hat Pirates finally show why they are a Yonko crew. The raw scans and detailed spoilers for One Piece Chapter 1177 have arrived, and they are packed with non-stop action. While Luffy’s crew dominates the fight against the Holy Knights and the mysterious Domi Reversi giants, the real talk of the town is the terrifying presence of Imu. The mysterious ruler of the World Government makes a bold move, directly confronting the Giants and the Straw Hats, leaving fans shocked.
Zoro and the Giants Launch a Fierce Counterattack
The chapter, titled “Furious,” kicks off with the aftermath of the previous cliffhanger. Now that they know the secret to defeating the Domi Reversi-controlled giants, Zoro and the giant warriors of Elbaf do not hold back. Hajrudin unleashes his “Hero’s Spear” attack, while Dorry fires off a powerful “Gungir” blast. A new giant character named Stansen debuts a technique called the “Giant Taiko Drum,” smashing through the enemy lines.
However, the highlight of this opening sequence is Roronoa Zoro. The First Mate of the Straw Hats uses a brand new sword technique. He debuts “Santoryu: Akani Okomega” (Three Sword Style: Red Demon Furious Giant), a move that fans note looks similar to the “Hell Flame Dragon” attack he used to defeat King in Wano. This powerful slash is strong enough to cut one of the possessed giants completely in half, proving just how much the crew’s strength has grown since entering the New World.
Chopper’s Mysterious New Ability Stuns Everyone
While Zoro handles business with raw power, the crew’s beloved doctor, Tony Tony Chopper, steals the show in a different way. The raw scans show Chopper facing off against two of the Domi Reversi giants. He activates his Monster Point, transforming into his massive reindeer form and slaps one of the giants.
At first, the attack seems to do nothing. But suddenly, a mysterious shadow emerges from the giant’s body. Right after that, the giant instantly reverts to its normal state, completely freed from the Black Twilight spell. Everyone present, including Chopper himself, is confused about how this happened.
This has led to massive speculation among the fan community. Many believe this is proof that Chopper’s Devil Fruit, the Hito Hito no Mi, is finally awakening. Unlike the standard Human-Human Fruit, Chopper’s version might be a rare Mythical Zoan type, possibly related to a deity or a sage. The idea is that his awakened form might have the power to “purify” or “exorcise” evil influences, which would be the perfect counter to Imu’s dark abilities.
Sanji and Franky Handle Business Against a Holy Knight
Over on another part of the battlefield, the team of Sanji, Franky, and Jinbe proves just how formidable they are. They are seen easily handling the Holy Knight Killingham. The group manages to completely dismember him, severing his head, body, and legs.
They discover that by keeping the body parts separated—Jinbe holds the head, Franky ties up the legs, and Sanji sits on the torso—Killingham is unable to use his regenerative abilities to piece himself back together. Franky jokes that if they put a part in a box, he definitely won’t be able to reattach it.
This moment leads to a great character beat between Franky and Sanji. Franky excitedly points out how strong they have become, noting that since Luffy is an Emperor (Yonko) , the rest of them have to be this powerful too. Sanji agrees but admits he is angry that “small fry” like these Holy Knights were able to throw Elbaf into such chaos. Killingham, even in defeat, taunts them, calling them “bugs,” but Jinbe warns the crew not to let their guard down, noting that one of the major enemies hasn’t even taken any damage yet.
Usopp’s Bravest Stand Against Imu Ends in Disaster
The most emotional and talked-about scene of One Piece Chapter 1177 belongs to Usopp. While the others are fighting, Usopp runs to help Brook, who is facing off against Imu (who is currently possessing the body of a Holy Knight named Gunko).
In a moment of pure courage, Usopp stands up to the most powerful ruler in the world. He declares that Elbaf is a nation of warriors and calls Imu a coward for using sneaky tactics and underhanded methods instead of fighting the giants directly.
Fans have pointed out that this is a major milestone for Usopp’s character development. He doesn’t run or cry for help. He willingly steps up to defend his friend and the honor of the warriors. He fires a shot at Imu, but his attack fails. Imu is too fast, appearing right in front of Usopp instantly. A massive explosion follows, and when the dust clears, Usopp and Brook are lying on the ground, unconscious and badly wounded.
Luffy’s Rage and Imu’s Final Warning
The chapter concludes with a scene that sets up the next big conflict. Luffy and Loki arrive at the scene riding the giant serpent Ragnir. They see their friends Usopp and Brook defeated on the ground.
Luffy is not laughing. He is not smiling. He is furious. Nami is also seen scolding both Luffy and Loki, blaming them for accidentally making the fires in Elbaf worse with their lightning and powers. But the tension peaks when Imu addresses them directly.
Imu gives Luffy and Loki an ultimatum: “Nika and Nidhogg, either choose to give up or die. This battle will divide the world. ” This confirms that Imu knows exactly who Luffy is—the sun god Nika—and recognizes Loki as the World Destroyer, Nidhogg. The stage is now set for an epic confrontation that could change the balance of power in the entire world.
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One Piece Chapter 1177 Official Release Date and Time
Fans won’t have to wait long to see these events in high quality. One Piece Chapter 1177 is scheduled for official release on Sunday, March 22, 2026. There will be no break next week, so Chapter 1178 is expected to follow on March 29, 2026.
You can read the chapter for free on the official MANGA Plus app and website. The global release times are as follows:
- Pacific Time: 7 AM
- Eastern Time: 11 AM
- British Time: 4 PM
- European Time: 5 PM
- Indian Time: 8 PM
- Philippine Time: 11 PM
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