The Elbaf Arc just shifted from exciting adventure to full-blown mythological warfare.
In One Piece Chapter 1175, Eiichiro Oda doesn’t just advance the plot — he reshapes the foundation of the series’ mythology. Ancient gods, forbidden Devil Fruits, and powers older than the Void Century are finally stepping into the light.
If you thought the Nika reveal in Wano was massive… Chapter 1175 just raised the stakes again.
Let’s break down the five biggest revelations — and why they change everything.
1. The Elbaf Power Shift: No More Room for Comedy
Elbaf is no longer just the land of giants — it’s now the stage for a mythological reckoning.
The clash between the Straw Hats, the Holy Knights, and Prince Loki escalates rapidly. The tone of this chapter is darker, more tactical, and noticeably more lethal. For the first time in the arc, the crew feels like they’re facing opponents who demand absolute seriousness.
This isn’t a skirmish. It’s a collision between ancient forces.
2. Sanji’s “Warrior of Science” Awakens
When Holy Knight Sommers traps Nico Robin in vine restraints, Sanji doesn’t hesitate.
There’s no flirting. No exaggerated chivalry gag.
Instead, we see a focused, tactical Sanji using his Devil Jump technique to incinerate the botanical attack instantly. It’s a clean counter — heat against plant-based abilities.
What makes this moment powerful isn’t just the move — it’s the mindset shift.
Sanji suppresses his “lover” persona and fully embraces his “Warrior of Science” identity. That tonal change signals something important:
The Holy Knights are powerful enough that the Straw Hats cannot afford distraction.
The final saga is demanding their most lethal forms.
3. Prince Loki’s Mythical Nidhogg Fruit Explained
For chapters, Loki has remained an enigma. Now we finally learn the truth.
He possesses the Mythical Zoan: Dragon-Dragon Fruit, Model Nidhogg — a power inspired by Norse mythology.
Unlike Kaido’s flame-based dragon form, Nidhogg commands massive lightning blasts and scales in size depending on the user:
Human → Large dragon
Giant → Titan-class dragon
Ancient Giant → Unimaginable scale
When Loki transforms, his sheer size turns daylight into night.
And yet — he remains morally unpredictable.
He rescues injured giant children, but coldly claims their survival “is not his problem.” That detachment makes him one of the most dangerous variables in Elbaf.
Loki isn’t purely villain or hero.
He’s something older.
4. Luffy’s “Boomington Thor Rifle” – A New Gear 5 Evolution
In one of the most shocking moments of the chapter, Luffy unveils a new Gear 5 technique:
Gomu Gomu no Boomington Thor Rifle.
This attack channels Elbaf’s lightning-charged battlefield and mirrors Loki’s earlier brutal execution of King Harald.
The visual storytelling is deliberate.
Luffy doesn’t look playful here.
He looks divine.
Citizens of Elbaf whisper that he resembles Nika, the Warrior of Liberation — but the tone is different. More primal. More aggressive.
For the first time, Gear 5 feels less like cartoon freedom and more like ancient godhood awakening.
Is Nika’s will influencing Luffy more directly?
Oda may be hinting at something deeper.
5. A History Older Than the Void Century
This might be the most important reveal in Chapter 1175.
Through Jarul’s flashback, we see the original Sun God Nika — and his conflict with a mysterious God of War.
This conflict predates:
The Void Century (800 years ago)
Joy Boy’s era
That means the Sun God myth is over 1,000 years old.
The lore reveals:
The God of War possessed a being named Ratatoskr
Ratatoskr’s soul later protected the guardian weapon Rugneer
Rugneer was tasked with safeguarding the Nidhogg fruit
The fruit awaited a “worthy master”
This isn’t just backstory.
It implies a cyclical divine conflict repeating across centuries.
The Void Century may not be the beginning of the story — only a middle chapter.
6. Imu’s Reaction: The Forbidden Fruit Returns
Back in Mariejois, Imu reacts to the news of Nidhogg’s awakening.
Imu is visibly shaken.
That alone speaks volumes.
The Nidhogg fruit was considered forbidden, hidden for centuries to prevent its consumption. Now it has chosen Loki — outside World Government control.
If even Imu fears this power, it suggests the fruit belongs to the Original Mythology the Government has worked tirelessly to erase.
This isn’t just a Devil Fruit.
It’s a lost relic of a war that predates recorded history.
Why Chapter 1175 Changes the Endgame
Chapter 1175 does three massive things:
Reframes Nika as a primordial deity
Introduces Loki as a mythic-scale wildcard
Expands the timeline beyond the Void Century
The final war of One Piece may not simply be Pirates vs. World Government.
It could be the continuation of an ancient divine conflict.
And Luffy may be stepping into a role far older than he realizes.
With no break next week, momentum is at an all-time high.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is the Sun God Nika older than Joy Boy?
Yes. Chapter 1175 confirms Nika existed over 1,000 years ago — predating Joy Boy’s 800-year-old legend.
What is Loki’s Devil Fruit?
He possesses the Mythical Zoan: Model Nidhogg, a lightning-based dragon with scaling size potential.
Why was Imu surprised?
The Nidhogg fruit was considered forbidden and heavily protected. Its awakening represents a failure in centuries-long containment.
Is Luffy becoming more aggressive in Gear 5?
Chapter 1175 suggests Gear 5 may be evolving into a more divine and less playful form, possibly influenced by Nika’s will.
Final Thoughts
Oda has officially shattered the timeline.
The myth of Nika is older than we imagined. Loki’s power may rival world-ending forces. And Imu’s fear tells us the endgame has begun.
If this is the dawn of a new mythology…
Are we about to witness a thousand-year rematch between the Sun God and the God of War?
One thing is certain:
The true history of the world is finally rising with the sun. 🌅
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