🗓 Release Info
- Chapter: 1144
- Japanese Release: March 31, 2025
- Official English Release: April 1, 2025 (Jump Issue #18)
🧬 Vegapunk’s 3,000-Year-Old Lab
The chapter begins with Franky, Lilith, and Bonney being led to a mysterious ancient science facility hidden on Elbaf.
Vegapunk reveals that the lab was built over 3,000 years ago, containing technology far beyond modern standards—suggesting the Void Century civilization was even more advanced than we imagined.
👾 Dream Monster Appears!
Suddenly, Saint Kirin-Gham activates a “Dream Monster”—a terrifying creature that manifests the deepest fears of children.
This entity begins its rampage across the island, striking fear into villagers and warriors alike. The monster is capable of changing form based on its target’s nightmares.
☠ Brook’s Reaction to Draugr
In the western village, Brook encounters undead-like beings, referred to as Draugr (Fire Corpses).
He reacts emotionally, suggesting he sees a part of himself in them—former souls disconnected from life. This moment hints at deeper lore about the afterlife and souls in the One Piece world.
💭 Thoughts & Predictions
- The ancient science lab could be linked to Void Century tech or even Uranus.
- The Dream Monster may play a symbolic role in revealing characters’ past trauma.
- Brook’s emotional reaction suggests more soul-related lore is coming.
- The Elbaf arc continues to blend Norse mythology, horror, and sci-fi themes.
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