ONE PIECE fans are counting down the days. The hit anime finally started the Elbaf Arc, and the last episode ended with a huge moment. Monkey D. Luffy found Loki, the cursed prince of Elbaf, in chains. Now, everyone wants to know what happens next. Episode 1161 is coming soon, and it will show the meeting between these two powerful characters.
One Piece Episode 1161 Release Date and Time
One Piece Episode 1161 officially releases on Sunday, May 10, 2026. The episode will first air on Fuji TV in Japan at 11:15 PM JST. For global fans, streaming platforms will carry the episode just hours after the Japanese broadcast.
Here is the release schedule for different regions:
- United States (PDT) – May 10, 9:00 AM
- United States (EDT) – May 10, 12:00 PM
- Canada (Eastern Time) – May 10, 12:00 PM
- Brazil (BRT) – May 10, 1:00 PM
- United Kingdom (GMT) – May 10, 4:00 PM
- Europe (CET) – May 10, 5:00 PM
- India (IST) – May 10, 9:30 PM
- Philippines (PHT) – May 11, 12:00 AM
- Australia (AEDT) – May 11, 2:00 AM
The Elbaf Arc is the latest story arc in the One Piece anime. It follows the Wano Country Arc and takes the Straw Hat crew to the legendary land of the giants. Eiichiro Oda, the creator of One Piece, has built up this arc for many years. Fans have been waiting to see Elbaf since the early days of the series.
Episode Title and Preview Details
The preview for Episode 1161 reveals the title: “A Dangerous Deal! Loki of the Underworld and Luffy”. This title tells fans that Luffy and Loki will not just meet. They will talk about something important. The word “deal” suggests Luffy may agree to something risky.
The voice actor for Loki is Yuichi Nakamura. He is known for playing many popular anime characters. The preview trailer shows Luffy walking up to the chained giant. Loki is blindfolded with his arms tied. He still looks very powerful even though he cannot move.
What Happened in Episode 1160
The previous episode focused on the Straw Hat crew arriving at Elbaf. Gerd and Goldberg, two giant warriors, talked about their homeland. The crew overheard them and realized they finally reached the island of giants.
Luffy sensed a very strong Haki while exploring. He followed the feeling and found a massive figure tied up in chains. This person was Loki. Even with a blindfold over his eyes, Loki spoke clearly. He called himself the Sun God.
This surprised many viewers. The Sun God is a big deal in One Piece lore. Fans now wonder if Loki is telling the truth or just pretending. The episode also showed the World Government blaming Luffy for Dr. Vegapunk’s death. This adds pressure from outside the island.
What to Expect from Episode 1161
Luffy and Loki will likely make some kind of agreement. Luffy does not usually make deals with people. But Loki might say something that gets Luffy’s attention. The deal could involve freeing the prince from his chains. In return, Loki might offer help or information.
The episode will probably explain why Loki is in chains. He is a prince, so why is he treated like a criminal? The people of Elbaf seemed to fear him. Shaggy and Road, two giants from earlier episodes, showed that Loki is not welcome. Episode 1161 might give fans a small flashback or more details about his crime.
The political situation in Elbaf is also messy. There are royal family problems. The giants do not agree about Loki. Some may want him freed while others want him locked up forever. This conflict could lead to bigger fights later in the arc.
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Where to Watch One Piece Episode 1161
Crunchyroll is the best place to watch Episode 1161 for international fans. The platform streams new episodes with subtitles just hours after Japan. Netflix also carries One Piece in many regions, but the release on Netflix may be delayed. For viewers in the United States, Canada, the UK, Australia, India, and Brazil, Crunchyroll offers the fastest access.
The episode will also be available on Hulu in the United States. Fans in Southeast Asia can check Ani-One and Bilibili for streaming options.
The episode is titled “A Dangerous Deal! Loki of the Underworld and Luffy”, and it premieres on Sunday, May 10.
Why This Episode Matters
The meeting between Luffy and Loki is a big moment for the series. Oda has hinted at Elbaf for over 20 years. The giants first appeared in the Little Garden Arc way back in the early 2000s. Now, the story is finally giving fans what they wanted.
Loki is not a simple bad guy. He is a complex character. His claim about being the Sun God could change how fans understand the world of One Piece. The Elbaf Arc also connects to Shanks, one of the most mysterious characters in the series. Shanks has a connection to the giants. This arc may finally explain more about him.
Episode 1161 will set the tone for the entire Elbaf Arc. If the deal between Luffy and Loki goes through, the story could go in a surprising direction. Fans should not skip this episode.
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