Published Jun 26, 2026, 11:59 PM EDT
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After another two-week break, One Piece is finally set to continue one of Elbaph's biggest reveals yet in chapter #1186. The recent chapters have taken readers deep into Brook's past, uncovering the heartbreaking connection between him and Gunko while answering questions that have been building since the arc began. With Oda's latest break now behind us, the story is finally ready to move forward.
Chapter #1185 ended on a shocking note as Gunko seemingly turned against her own father, King Leuven, in an attempt to stop the coming war. The chapter strongly hinted that Imu's mysterious Domi Reversi ability has been controlling her actions all along. Gunko's appearance also lines up with the earlier moment in the Elbaph arc when Imu possessed her, causing her to manifest demonic wings and horns. More importantly, the tragedy directly pays off the uncharacteristic anger Brook displayed during their tense reunion after decades apart.
With Brook's flashback now entering its final moments, chapter #1186 will likely bring the story back to the present, resuming the chaos unfolding in Elbaph.
One Piece Chapter #1186 Release Date and Time
Readers awaiting to see how Brook’s flashback concludes will not have to wait much longer, as One Piece #chapter 1186 is officially scheduled to release on Sunday, June 28, 2026, at 11:00 AM EST. The chapter will be available to read for free through Manga Plus, Viz Media, and the Shonen Jump app. After Oda's recent run of breaks, the manga has finally settled back into its regular schedule, with the Elbaph arc continuing to pick up momentum.
Right now, everything points toward Oda setting Gunko up for a redemption arc. The previous chapters hinted that her memories from the Esperia Kingdom are slowly resurfacing, bringing out her true self. With her trapped inside Ragnir's unbreakable ice, which only Ragnir himself can melt, Imu would most likely have to leave her behind. If Gunko eventually breaks free from the shadowy ruler's control, she could also become the key to finally revealing why Imu has been abducting giant children, and what the World Government is up to.
The Ultimate · Straw Hat Challenge Set Sail for Trivia “I’m gonna be King of the Pirates!”
⚕CrewNakama!
🌊SeasEast Blue
🍋Devil FruitsGomu Gomu!
☠VillainsFear the sea
🏆DreamsOne Piece!
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Monkey D. Luffy accidentally ate a Devil Fruit as a child, giving him rubber-like abilities. What is the name of that fruit?
AFlame-Flame Fruit BChop-Chop Fruit CGum-Gum Fruit DSmoke-Smoke Fruit
✓ Correct! The Gum-Gum Fruit (Gomu Gomu no Mi) turned Luffy’s body into rubber. He ate it from Shanks’ treasure chest as a kid, gaining stretchy powers but losing the ability to swim forever.
✗ Overboard! The answer is the Gum-Gum Fruit. The Chop-Chop Fruit belongs to Buggy, the Flame-Flame Fruit to Ace, and the Smoke-Smoke Fruit to Captain Smoker — but Luffy’s rubber powers come from the Gomu Gomu no Mi.
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02
Luffy’s iconic straw hat was given to him as a child by a famous pirate who inspired his dream. Who gave Luffy the hat?
AGold Roger BMonkey D. Garp CDracule Mihawk DRed-Haired Shanks
✓ Correct! Red-Haired Shanks entrusted his straw hat to young Luffy in Foosha Village, telling him to return it when he becomes a great pirate. That promise drives Luffy’s entire journey.
✗ Overboard! The answer is Red-Haired Shanks. While Gold Roger originally wore the hat, it was Shanks who passed it down to Luffy after saving his life from a Sea King — a defining moment in the series.
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03
Before joining the Straw Hats, Sanji works as a sous chef at a floating restaurant on the ocean. What is the name of this restaurant?
AThe Galley-La BThe Baratie CThe Sea Rat DMakino’s Tavern
✓ Correct! The Baratie is the ocean-going restaurant run by Chef Zeff, Sanji’s mentor. In the live-action series, it’s one of the most stunning sets — a fully realized ship-restaurant on the open sea.
✗ Overboard! The answer is The Baratie. Run by the legendary pirate-turned-chef “Red Leg” Zeff, this floating restaurant is where Luffy recruits Sanji as the Straw Hats’ cook.
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04
Roronoa Zoro is famous for his unique sword-fighting technique. How many swords does he wield in his signature style?
AOne BTwo CThree DFour
✓ Correct! Zoro uses Three-Sword Style (Santoryu), wielding one sword in each hand and a third in his mouth. His dream is to become the world’s greatest swordsman by defeating Dracule Mihawk.
✗ Overboard! The answer is three. Zoro’s iconic Three-Sword Style places one blade in each hand and a third clenched between his teeth — a fighting technique unique to him in the One Piece world.
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05
Each Straw Hat crew member has a personal dream. What is Nami’s ultimate goal that drives her journey?
ATo find the One Piece treasure BTo become the greatest navigator CTo draw a complete map of the world DTo defeat every pirate on the Grand Line
✓ Correct! Nami’s dream is to draw a map of the entire world. Her cartography skills and navigation talent make her indispensable to the crew, and her passion for mapmaking was nurtured by her adoptive mother Bell-mère.
✗ Overboard! The answer is to draw a complete map of the world. Nami is a gifted cartographer whose dream goes beyond just sailing — she wants to chart every sea and island so no one is ever lost again.
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06
A powerful Marine Vice Admiral is revealed to have a surprising family connection to Luffy. Who is this high-ranking Marine?
ACaptain Smoker BAdmiral Akainu CCaptain Morgan DVice Admiral Garp
✓ Correct! Vice Admiral Monkey D. Garp is Luffy’s grandfather. Known as “Garp the Fist,” he’s a Marine hero who wanted Luffy to become a Marine — not a pirate. Their family dynamic is a major subplot in the live-action series.
✗ Overboard! The answer is Vice Admiral Garp. Monkey D. Garp is Luffy’s grandfather and one of the most legendary Marines alive. Despite being on opposite sides of the law, their bond runs deep.
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07
Usopp is recruited into the Straw Hat crew after the pirates help defend his home village from Captain Kuro’s Black Cat Pirates. What is the name of Usopp’s village?
AFoosha Village BShells Town CSyrup Village DCoco Village
✓ Correct! Syrup Village is Usopp’s peaceful hometown where he was known for telling tall tales. It’s also where Kaya lives, and where the crew acquires the Going Merry from her estate.
✗ Overboard! The answer is Syrup Village. Foosha Village is Luffy’s hometown, Shells Town is where Zoro was held captive, and Coco Village (Cocoyasi) is Nami’s home — but Usopp hails from Syrup Village.
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The Netflix live-action adaptation was praised for its casting. Which actor plays Monkey D. Luffy?
AMackenyu BTaz Skylar CIñaki Godoy DJacob Romero Gibson
✓ Correct! Mexican actor Iñaki Godoy won fans over with his infectious energy and earnest portrayal of Luffy. Mackenyu plays Zoro, Taz Skylar is Sanji, and Jacob Romero Gibson plays Usopp.
✗ Overboard! The answer is Iñaki Godoy. The young Mexican actor perfectly captured Luffy’s boundless enthusiasm. The other actors all play Straw Hat crew members — but Luffy is all Iñaki.
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Meanwhile, the King of the World may not have as much time as it first seemed. The Five Elders were visibly uneasy after Imu left Mary Geoise, and the ruler was even shown bleeding after the transformation, hinting that the form comes with some kind of limit. While Imu remains focused on defeating Loki, Killgram and Shommer continue carrying out the World Government's plan elsewhere on Elbaph, setting up several storylines that could collide once the flashback is over.
One Piece Brilliantly Uses The Elbaf Arc To Set Up Luffy’s Rivalry With Imu
As for Luffy, he was never going to stay out of the fight for long. Once he recovers after filling his stomach, the Straw Hat captain will almost certainly return to the battlefield alongside Loki to face Imu. Ever since awakening Gear 5 in Wano, Luffy has continued to grow stronger with every major battle, but Elbaph presents a challenge unlike anything he has faced before.
For the first time, Luffy is standing against one of the strongest characters in One Piece, Imu, the mysterious ruler who has been pulling the strings behind the World Government. As exciting as that fight is, it still feels too early for their final confrontation. Imu's current transformation already appears to be taking a toll, suggesting that this level of power cannot be maintained for very long outside Mary Geoise.
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That is why this battle feels more like the beginning of a much bigger rivalry than its conclusion. By the time Luffy and Imu meet again, the Straw Hats captain will likely have reached the title he has chased since the beginning of One Piece: King of the Pirates. That would make their final clash carry even more weight than the one unfolding on Elbaph.
First Film One Piece: The Movie
Cast Kazuya Nakai, Akemi Okamura, Kappei Yamaguchi, Hiroaki Hirata, Ikue Ôtani, Yuriko Yamaguchi
Created by Eiichiro Oda
Character(s) Monkey D. Luffy, Roronora Zoro, Nami (One Piece), Nico Robin, Usopp (One Piece), Vinsmoke Sanji, Tony Tony Chopper, Franky (One Piece), Jimbei (One Piece)
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