Elbaf arc in the One Piece manga is exciting and continues to surprise with each new chapter. After all, in addition to revealing important details about the world of the work, the plot also features electrifying battles that leave fans increasingly anxious.
Thus, it's no surprise that this arc introduced memorable characters, one of them being Scopper Gaban , the legendary left-hand man of the Pirate King , Gol D. Roger. Oda indicated that he is even stronger than Luffy and Zoro , something no one expected.
Scopper Gaban surpassed Zoro and Luffy in One Piece
In chapter 1140 of One Piece , fans witnessed the clash between Luffy and Scopper Gaban. However, it wasn't exactly a fight, but a test: Gaban wanted to prove if Luffy had truly defeated Kaido and if he was indeed the legendary Nika .
A surprise in Eiichiro Oda's script, where Luffy was completely dominated and couldn't even land a hit on Gaban . Furthermore, with a single blow, without using Haki, Gaban put Luffy and Zoro on high alert, ready to fight with all their might.
As Nami recounted, "He single-handedly took down Luffy and Zoro!" This scene made it clear that Gaban possesses monstrous strength, even in old age. Furthermore, it's worth remembering that Gaban himself stated he was only "playing" with them, which makes the situation even more impactful.
The legendary power of Scopper Gaban
In chapter 1149 of One Piece, Oda further elevated Gaban's reputation, having Nami state that he is strong enough to overpower Luffy and Zoro combined. This feat also reinforces the idea that, even in his old age, he remains frighteningly powerful.
Later, Oda confirmed that, in his youth, Gaban was on par with legends like Rayleigh and Roger. Therefore, currently Luffy is far from reaching Gaban's power at his peak, and neither is Zoro.
One Piece 1149: Release Date
So mark your calendars! Shueisha will publish chapter 1149 of the One Piece manga directly on the official MANGA Plus at midnight on May 25, 2025 (Japan time – JST). With Luffy's fate in One Piece set in the lands of Elbaf, fans are eagerly anticipating the next chapters of the manga.
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