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One Piece chapter 1168: The Power of Immortality — what is in it

Elbaf arc · 18 pages · 35 characters

Key facts in this chapter

  • p0Cover page depicts sheep-like fishman interacting with two children in snowy Elbaf setting.
  • p0Cover request credited to Mrs. Fuji referencing Hatchan.
  • p2Scene set 15 years ago during Harald's efforts to improve giant reputation.
  • p2Elbaf cedar is being exported and valued internationally.
  • p2Villagers discuss improved perception of giants due to mutual respect culture.
  • p3Walrus School is shown as part of Elbaf infrastructure.
  • p3Discussion emphasizes coexistence of races and reduced reliance on military power.
  • p3Crowd reacts positively to ideas of joining larger world.
  • p4Ida is deceased with marked gravestone.
  • p4Harald credits Ida with changing his views on strength and leadership.
  • p4Scene shows Harald speaking to young Loki inside a house.
  • p5Harald and Ida discuss abandoning old Elbaf warrior customs.
  • p5Young Loki is present in the room during the conversation.
  • p5Ida references Hajrudin as Harald's brother.
  • p6Harald envisions Elbaf connecting with the wider world.
  • p6Young Loki is shown crying in an inset during the scene.
  • p6Ida expresses ongoing emotional support for Harald.
  • p7Harald is shown crying intensely in a ruined interior.
  • p7Concerned giants observe Harald in the background.
  • p7A large figure lies injured amid debris in the final panel.
  • p8Scene takes place 14 years ago in Mary Geoise.
  • p8Figarland Garling interacts with King Harald regarding Elbaf and God's Knights.
  • p8Shanks is mentioned as missing in dialogue.
  • p9King Harald appears in a grand throne hall.
  • p9A silhouetted swordsman enters the scene.
  • p9Multiple eyes manifest in darkness.
  • p9An empty throne with a sword is shown.
  • p10Dark energy erupts around King Harald.
  • p10Symbols similar to Blackbeard Jolly Roger appear.
  • p10Onlookers react with alarm to the surge.
  • p11Harald transforms into a monstrous form.
  • p11A pentagram is ordered carved in Elbaf.
  • p11Elbaf joins the World Government.
  • p12Quest Castle interior contains a pentagram on the floor.
  • p12The king of Elbaf kneels in the courtyard.
  • p12Eyes observe from darkness.
  • p13King directly addresses the massive warrior as Mu.
  • p13Warrior claims intent to carry Elbaf's history burden alone.
  • p13Smaller warrior states Elbaf was never meant to join the fold.
  • p14Explosion damages Quest Castle exterior.
  • p14King demands to be chained to a pillar to resist control.
  • p14Loki is confirmed imprisoned after an incident.
  • p15Loki is released from the Jail Realm of the Dead.
  • p15Elder Jarul lives near a house on a hill.
  • p15Harald the Benevolent is shown in a framed portrait as Elbaf's most beloved king.
  • p15Chapter 1168 ends with teaser for the day of the castle massacre.

What is said, page by page

  • p2Hook-handed man states he no longer finds giants scary and would like to meet one, expressing changed opinion.
  • p2Woman with earrings calls giants reliable, showing approval.
  • p2Merchant declares ELBAF CEDAR is rare and tricky to import while accepting it.
  • p2Pirate-like man promotes the cedar as top quality.
  • p2Woman exclaims agreement that the cedar is high quality.
  • p2Mustached giant declares Elbaf aims to become a member nation for free visits to allies.
  • p3Mustached giant explains culture of mutual respect and notes giants are a rare minority from outside perspective.
  • p3Small character responds that the idea sounds great with heart symbol.
  • p3Reptilian giant Ida promises to make the vision happen.
  • p3Horned giant states their future has never been brighter and they are one step away.
  • p3Background figure suggests ditching warrior culture for new friends and knowledge.
  • p4King Harald states he no longer believes military power makes a country strong.
  • p4Bearded man questions if Harald has lost something important.
  • p4Harald reflects that meeting Ida was the greatest blessing and she taught him everything.
  • p4Harald notes Elbaf has changed a lot since his arrival when internal conflict was scary.
  • p4Young Loki addresses Harald directly in house scene.
  • p5Harald passionately declares rejection of old warrior era practices and backwards traditions.
  • p5Ida happily notes that children can now laugh and study in a changed country.
  • p5Harald dramatically states he cannot accept the situation while kneeling.
  • p5Ida explains that old culture prevented their marriage and encourages cherishing warrior pride.
  • p5Harald laughs while affirming he always viewed Hajrudin as his kid brother.
  • p5Ida teases Harald about wanting her as his legal wife.
  • p6Ida reassures Harald that he is everyone's king and that his feelings keep her heart full.
  • p6Harald excitedly describes future world connection and traveling together with Ida.
  • p6Harald cries out 'ME TOO' in emotional response.
  • p6Ida responds that the idea sounds amazing and she is looking forward to it.
  • p7No dialogue text is visible on this page.
  • p8Voices discuss a missing figure who would have been formally knighted after completing his mission.
  • p8Garling declares that an action will secure Elbaf's membership status.
  • p8A figure accepts the honor of becoming one of God's Knights.
  • p8A regal figure asks what the next choice will be now that opportunity falls to Harald.
  • p8Harald responds that he will be remembered as the king who brought great change to Elbaf.
  • p9King Harald states a younger more virtuous ruler should take the throne and he plans to relinquish it.
  • p9Silhouetted swordsman declares that when Elbaf joins the World Government the decision belongs to Mu.
  • p9Voice from darkness states Mu has been watching Harald and commands him to come.
  • p9Harald questions why someone sits upon the empty throne.
  • p10Harald screams in agony as dark power erupts.
  • p10Harald exclaims the power is surging within him and feels chilling.
  • p10Harald gasps while clutching his chest.
  • p11Observers state Harald has been forged into a mighty weapon and this is the power of immortality.
  • p11Voice commands Harald to carve an abyss pentagram in Elbaf marking their bond.
  • p11Harald reacts in awe at becoming immortal.
  • p11Mu declares Harald an immortal knight sworn to Mu.
  • p11Crowd cheers as Elbaf is recognized by the World Government.
  • p12Shocked voices question the mention of Great Imu.
  • p12King declares he will form a grand army of warriors and mobilize the nation.
  • p12King pleads that everything was to free Elbaf from violence and offers to enlist fighters in the Marines.
  • p12Background voices ask who the king is talking to.
  • p13Massive warrior shouts about atoning for Elbaf history even at the cost of slavery, aggressive intent.
  • p13King growls defiance against Mu's orders, refusing to obey.
  • p13Warrior insists the historical burden is too great for the king alone and demands silence.
  • p13Smaller warrior warns of losing control and curses Mu for the failed plan involving Elbaf.
  • p14King yells for guards while the castle is under attack.
  • p14Narration states the plan was always to enslave Elbaf warriors.
  • p14King orders guards to summon Elder Jarul and his sons then chain him to the pillar.
  • p14King commands release of the prisoner despite resistance.
  • p14Guard reports Hajrudin is still at sea and Loki remains imprisoned.
  • p15Voice commands Loki to head to Quest Castle as the king requires his presence.
  • p15Loki is told he is free to go.
  • p15Elder Jarul asks what is going on and if something urgent happened.
  • p15Narration states the tale returns to where it began with Harald the Benevolent.