Is Imu Bigger Than Kaido? Imu’s True Size Might Finally Be Exposed in One Piece Chapter 1180

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In One Piece, one mystery that continues to rise above all of the others, including the biggest battles, is Imu. The “ruler of the world” has been a mystery for many years, and with the Final Saga now underway, Oda is finally pulling Imu’s curtain of secrecy, and as expected, these details have been receiving a lot of attention.

Thanks to spoilers for One Piece Chapter 1180 (via @pewpiece on Twitter/X), a new question is on everyone’s mind about Imu: how big is Imu, actually? Although a small detail, in Eiichiro Oda‘s world, size can often reflect dominance, presence, and narrative significance. Now, before the actual release of the chapter, we have received a few additional details regarding Imu’s true size. Let us explore in detail.

One Piece Chapter 1180: Imu’s True Size Explained

Based on the latest clues (by @Mugiwara_23 via @pewpiece on Twitter/X), Imu is neither human-sized nor giant-sized, but falls somewhere in between – very similar to legends like Kaido, Big Mom, and Whitebeard. The spoiler further revealed that Imu’s foot is comparable to Sanji’s full body, but still smaller than the giants of Elbaf, such as Gerd. Thus, this places Imu roughly in the 7 to 8 meter range.

Imu’s appearance in One Piece chapter 1179. | Credit: Shueisha

This ratio works perfectly with what we now know about Imu’s true identity so far. As explored in earlier developments, Imu is not just a political ruler but possibly a centuries-old entity tied to the Void Century and controlling everything behind the scenes while using the Empty Throne.

Additionally, Oda has made it very clear in every instance that Imu is something beyond normal human limits, both in terms of power and magnitude. Hence, while Imu may not be bigger than Kaido, it is definitely equal in terms of size and possibly way more powerful than anything we have seen so far, which brings us to the next point….

One Piece Chapter 1180 Spoilers Breakdown

According to the early spoilers, in Chapter 1180, titled “Omen”, fans will likely witness something they have been anticipating for so long – Imu goes into full-on battle mode. In this chapter, we see Imu’s brand-new ability called “Omen” in action. This black flame ability does damage to the opponent’s body and can bring dead people back to life, implying that Imu has the ability to control life and death.

Based on the spoiler, the chapter will likely depict Imu arriving at Zoro’s group, attacking Gerd without hesitation, and even easily blocking Zoro’s “King of Hell: Oni Giri“. After that, Imu continues to demonstrate just how powerful this new ability is by attacking Zoro. The battle then escalates further when Imu reaches Sanji’s group, and he and Sanji trade kicks during an incredibly powerful exchange, ending with an explosion caused by Imu’s counterattack.

On top of that, Imu is shown with wings, a tail, and a non-human form, raising even more questions about their true nature. The chapter will likely end with Imu confronting Loki, which will lead to a major turning point in the Elbaf arc. Overall, this chapter is more about showing just how overwhelming Imu really is.

Release Date and Where to Read One Piece Chapter 1180

The next chapter of One Piece (Chapter 1180) is expected to be released on Sunday, April 19, 2026, in several major regions, including the US. You can go through our One Piece Chapter 1180 release date guide to know the exact release date and time of Chapter 1180 in your region.

Imu from One Piece. | Credit: Toei Animation

The chapter will be available on MANGA Plus and Viz Media, where readers can get access to all of the newest chapters for free once they are released. If you have been following the Final Saga, this is definitely a chapter that you will not want to miss out on.

Imu’s involvement has increased the stakes beyond anything we have seen so far, and every additional piece of information that is being revealed feels like bringing the story closer to its ultimate conclusion.

So, are you ready to catch One Piece Chapter 1180 once it gets released in your region? Share your thoughts in the comments section below.

One Piece manga is currently available to read on Manga Plus by Shueisha.