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One Piece by Eiichiro Oda is an iconic and best-selling manga of all time. Apart from being one of the iconic Big 3 of Shonen anime, it is also one of the longest-running anime. From its first episode’s release in 1999, it highlights 25 years of run-time crossing over 1000 episodes. It is one of the most celebrated and loved anime.
The Straw Hat Pirates and Luffy in the series | Credits: Toei AnimationWith the current Egghead arc nearing its end, it hints at the Straw Hat Pirates’ arrival in Elbaf. Although the author predicted the manga to end within 5 years, several fans called out the lie on the Internet. Luffy and the Straw Hat Pirates’ arrival at Elbaf would lead to interesting and shocking revelations.
Eiichiro Oda planned One Piece’s ending 5 years ago
One Piece written by Eiichiro Oda is a popular Shonen manga. Apart from its cult popularity, it holds the Guinness World record for the most-published manga. Currently, it is one of the longest manga with around 109 volumes. Be it brutal serialization or deteriorating health, the author’s efforts in sustaining freshness and maintaining the element of surprise in the series are no less than an ordeal.
Monkey D. Luffy in One Piece | Credit: Toei AnimationFrom reintroducing characters to preserving freshness and mystery in the series, the author has hooked readers for the past 25 years. His ability to keep the story unique throughout these years proves his excellence and prowess as a manga artist. This is another reason the series is widely celebrated and popular. However, this wasn’t what he originally planned.
A Twitter user @newworldartur shared an excerpt from Oda’s interview with the New York Times. The author shared his original plan of ending the series within 5 years. While the series didn’t end in 5 years, it most certainly exceeded the authors’ expectations. In the Twitter thread, however, another user called out the lie.
*that was a lie*
— Angelica Reed (@Angelica_Reed1) August 29, 2024While the series exceeds his original plans, the Straw Hat Pirates’ arrival in Elbaf is leading to several speculations. As the most expected arc after Egghead, fans wait in anticipation. From Shanks and Luffy’s reunion to a final war, here’s what fans can expect from the upcoming Elbaf Arc in the series.
Elbaf Arc in One Piece will be nothing short of iconic
While the Final Saga makes up Egghead Arc, the Elbaf arc is the most expected arc, according to readers and viewers. Elbaf is an island in the New World that is explored by the likes of Gol D Roger. With Luffy and his crew sailing towards the island, there are speculations about his reunion with Shanks.
The Straw Hat Pirates in a still from the series | Credit: Toei Animation With Oda’s inspiration from Vikings and Norse mythology, the Elbaf arc would be truly iconic. It may also surpass the Marineford and Wano arc in terms of character growth and power-packed battles. What would make the arc truly iconic would be the introduction of giants and their prince Loki. This could also mark Usopp’s much-needed power-up.
Besides that, the Elbaf Arc looks promising in its potential to uncover the origins of the Nika god along with the last poneglyph. Whether Shanks and Luffy will reunite in this arc is uncertain. However, his eventual return to Elbaf could offer a heartwarming moment to the fans. The Straw Hat Pirates’ arrival in Elbaf would lead to shocking revelations and plot twists along with major character power-ups.
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