The brief spoilers for One Piece Chapter 1152 reveal that the chapter is titled “Terrible Day.” The cover story features a touching moment where Yamato gifts Kawamatsu a hat crafted by Otama. In the Underworld of Elbaf, Gaban uncovers critical information about the Holy Knights’ vulnerabilities.
He explains that, despite their regenerative abilities and rumored immortality, the Holy Knights can be defeated using advanced levels of Conqueror’s Haki. Gaban urges Luffy to enhance his own Haki while hinting that another individual nearby also possesses this rare power.
Which Straw Hat Wields Conqueror’s Haki?
Sanji briefly entertains the hope that Gaban is referring to him, but Gaban’s comments are directed at Zoro, who remains unaware that his latent ability is indeed Conqueror’s Haki. Luffy confirms that he has always suspected Zoro harbored this power, leading Gaban to admonish Zoro for not realizing it sooner. As the Straw Hats gear up for a confrontation with the Holy Knights, Luffy proposes that Loki join their crew to compel Hajrudin to release him. However, Loki, Hajrudin, Sanji, and Zoro all oppose this idea.
Flashbacks Uncover Harald’s Death and Shanks’ Connection
Gaban reveals that he and Shanks were present in Elbaf on the day King Harald was killed. A flashback takes us back 14 years, showing Loki arriving at his father’s castle to question his alliance with the World Government, the very organization responsible for the death of Rocks D. Xebec. Upon arrival, Loki discovers that King Harald has already been slain, pierced by his own soldiers.
In a poignant moment, Shanks tells Gaban that he once had a bond with Harald and expresses a desire to see him again. During their conversation, it is revealed that Shanks bears the same Abyss mark seen on the Holy Knights.
The flashback concludes with an unidentified figure stealing Elbaf’s legendary Devil Fruit. A second flashback begins, set 109 years in the past, depicting a young King Harald violently attacking a human kingdom. The spoilers for One Piece Chapter 1152 wrap up by confirming that there will be no break next week, leaving fans eager for more.