Raw scans for One Piece Chapter 1187 dropped and delivered major action in the Elbaf arc. The chapter titled “Ringleader” puts the spotlight on high-stakes battles as Luffy confronts Imu directly while Sanji faces a tough opponent with hints of new strength.
Fans reacted strongly to Imu’s display of power and the developments around the Straw Hat crew. The raw images and early summaries spread quickly across communities.
Imu Unleashes Stigma on Loki
The chapter opens with intense fighting. After Luffy lands a hit, Imu strikes back with demonic energy from both hands aimed at Luffy and Loki. Loki ends up pinned to a strong block of ice. His hammer hits the ice but it melts instead of breaking.
Imu then creates a talking flame on Loki’s chest. Next comes a massive aura sword that pierces right through that spot. The attack name is Stigma, also called Demonic Sword. This move shocks readers because of how dominant Imu looks against the giant prince. Many noted Loki’s surprise at the power level.
“So you’ve finally appeared… Joy Boy.”
— Imu to Luffy
Luffy responds right away. He tells Imu to stop using another name and declares his own goal clearly. The final page shows big text: “Saint Nerona Imu VS Monkey D. Luffy”. This setup marks a key matchup fans waited to see.
Sanji’s Fight and Conqueror’s Haki Hint
Parallel battles give time to other Straw Hats. Sanji takes on Saint Killingham while Zoro faces Saint Sommers. During his fight, Sanji recalls words from Gaban. Gaban points out that Sanji has the qualities for Conqueror’s Haki and pushes him to step up as a king to support Luffy‘s path to Pirate King.
This moment builds on Sanji’s past growth. Readers see him handle pressure while protecting others, including giant children in Elbaf. The tease suggests Sanji stands ready for bigger power. Many discussions focus on how this fits his character journey alongside Germa abilities and other skills.
Zoro also gets action against his assigned Holy Knight. The matchups give clear roles to the wings of the Pirate King in this big conflict.
Chapter Cover and Extra Details
The cover shows Reiju protecting a black duck that has Sanji‘s eyes and hairstyle. The duck faces threats from siblings and a father figure with Vinsmoke traits. This visual ties into family themes and Sanji’s story.
The chapter has no break next week. Action continues right away in the Elbaf setting with multiple fronts active at once.
Release Information
One Piece Chapter 1187 raw scans and spoilers arrived around July 1-2, 2026. The official English release comes in Weekly Shonen Jump Issue #32 on July 5, 2026.
- United States: July 5, around 7 a.m. PT / 10 a.m. ET
- United Kingdom: July 5, afternoon
- Canada and Australia: Same day as US timing adjusted for local zones
- India: July 5 evening or July 6 early morning IST
- Global digital platforms: Follows the Jump schedule with official translations shortly after
Fans can read official chapters through platforms like Viz Media and Manga Plus. Raw versions appeared on community sites first for early looks.
Fan Reactions to Key Moments
Communities lit up with talks about Sanji‘s potential. Supporters cheered the buildup for Conqueror’s Haki while others debated power balance with Zoro. The Luffy versus Imu clash got huge attention as a historic meeting between Joy Boy and the King of the World figure.
Discussions covered Imu’s abilities like Omen and the Stigma attack. Readers pointed out how these powers change the fight dynamics in Elbaf. Many called the chapter a strong buildup with clear progress for several characters.
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Background on Current Arc
The Elbaf arc features the Straw Hats in the land of giants. Conflicts with Holy Knights and Imu‘s direct involvement raised the stakes. Previous chapters built toward these team battles and personal growth moments. Luffy‘s Gear 5 appearance against Imu brings the story to a new level of intensity.
Details from raw scans match across multiple early leaks. The chapter mixes fast action with character reminders that push the crew forward.
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