In the Next Chapter of One Piece, Haki Proves to Be Crucial in the Battle Against Evil
In the world of One Piece, Haki remains an essential element, especially when it comes to confronting formidable foes. Most powerful characters are equipped with strong Haki, with few exceptions being those who possess advanced Haki.
Throughout One Piece, we have yet to see anyone use advanced Haki as masterfully and powerfully as Shanks, leading many to believe that the Red-Haired Pirate might be the strongest Haki user. However, in Chapter 1122, when Emeth unleashed Joy Boy’s Haki, the author hinted that there is someone with even stronger Haki than Shanks.
Chapter 1123 of One Piece Officially Confirms This Fact
In the latest chapter of the manga, while the Straw Hat crew is navigating the Egghead island along with the formidable duo Dorry and Broggy, it is revealed that Joy Boy’s advanced Haki may indeed be stronger than Shanks’.
Although this revelation follows the earlier chapter where Joy Boy’s Haki was somewhat obscured, it shatters the long-held belief among fans regarding Shanks’ absolute power. While Shanks is undoubtedly one of the strongest figures associated with Haki, he may not hold the top spot anymore.

A fan commented: “Dorry and Broggy often say that Haki has been passed down from Joy Boy 800 years ago, and it is stronger than Shanks’.”
“Joy Boy’s Haki exists on a different level, possibly even stronger than Shanks’ Haki? I believe we know Joy Boy will be the strongest character in his storyline, but imagine when Luffy will achieve his ultimate Gear 5 form.” another fan added.
Joy Boy’s Haki is clearly superior to Shanks’, so with the current critical link to Luffy, we hope the main character will grow to be as powerful as that in the future and surpass Shanks’ advanced Haki.
However, Dorry and Broggy’s words in Chapter 1123 also imply that currently, Shanks is still among the strongest Haki users in the world.