One Piece is currently in the Elbaf arc, and it has been under development for several months. No one can deny that this arc is incredibly captivating. However, as of now, the plot is still in the “filling the gaps” stage, indicating that the major battles are still ahead.
Eiichiro Oda has revealed some highly engaging information for the upcoming parts of this arc, especially regarding the high-stakes battles that fans are eagerly anticipating. In fact, one of the most legendary battles in the history of One Piece will finally be revealed in Elbaf, and it is related to Loki, the hidden prince of this nation.
The Epic Battle Between Shanks and Loki Will Be Revealed
From the moment the Elbaf arc began, Loki quickly became one of the most important characters. Oda has depicted Loki as a near-mythical figure, renowned as the strongest in Elbaf. What’s even more intriguing is that Oda has directly linked Loki with Shanks, hinting at a showdown between the two. In their last encounter, Loki suffered a singular defeat, and that defeat came at the hands of Red-Haired Shanks.
According to what has been revealed, Shanks faced Loki several years prior and secured a victory. This is the only time Loki has been defeated, despite his immense power capable of destroying the world. Although this battle has not yet been described in detail, the impending confrontation between Loki and Shanks has sparked significant excitement among fans, with the two legendary figures set to clash in what will be Shanks’s second official battle depicted in One Piece, following his earlier victory over Kid.
Rocks D. Xebec May Appear in the Confrontation
Not only is there the battle between Shanks and Loki, but another legendary confrontation is also hinted at in the context of Elbaf: the battle between Rocks and the World Government. According to Loki’s statements in Chapter 1152, Rocks had previously faced the World Government. As a legendary figure, Loki will bring to the forefront the possibility of a character of immense strength in this battle, a character that has been long-awaited.
The Upcoming Clash Between Luffy and Imu: The Most Significant Battle in Elbaf
If the aforementioned battles are not yet fully detailed, the central event at Elbaf will be the monumental clash between Luffy (currently in his Nika form) and Imu, who has held dominion over the world for an extended period. This is considered the opening battle for the final arc, and fans are convinced that this will be the most significant battle throughout the entire One Piece series.
With such tantalizing revelations, the Elbaf arc is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated arcs, promising to deliver unforgettable moments for the entire fan community.
Source: Gamerant
