The first spoilers for chapter 1153 of One Piece, titled "The Birth of Loki ," reveal significant events that connect the giants of Elbaf to Hajrudin and the origin of Loki , a figure shrouded in darkness and legend.
Yamato reunites with Kiku, now the Daimyo of Ringo
manga cover , we see Yamato meeting Kiku in Ringo , who now holds the position of daimyo. This reunion carries a strong symbolism of reconstruction and honor, strengthening Wano's ties with the outside world.
Harald and Ida: unlikely love and the modernization of Elbaf
The story goes back in time to show how Harald met Ida , Hajrudin's mother. He found her imprisoned in a circus and, overcome with rage, destroyed the city to free her. However, Ida reprimanded him. She had been saved by the locals and worked there to repay the kindness she had received.
Surprisingly, Harald was moved by the story and fell in love with her. So, he took her to Elbaf and began modernizing the land of the giants , forging alliances and changing traditions.
The rejection of the elders and the birth of Loki
However, years later , the elders of Elbaf forbade Harald's marriage to Ida. Instead, they imposed Estridd, a woman of pure lineage and obsessed with omens.
Later, Estridd gave birth to Loki. However, terrified by the child's slit eyes, she brutally rejected him, casting the baby into the depths of the underworld of Elbaf.
Loki and the Tree of Adam: Beginning of Ascension?
The final scene is powerful : we see little Loki crawling in the shadows, surrounded by fallen beasts, trying to climb the Tree of Adam to return to the castle. This scene suggests a tragic origin and, at the same time, a grand destiny for the future ruler.
The flashback offers a new perspective on giant society and why Loki can represent both danger and hope. After all, his birth is marked by forbidden love, rejection, and ancient ambition.
One Piece chapter 1153: Release date
According to the official MANGA Plus website, the new chapter will be released in Japan at midnight on June 30, 2025 (JST). Therefore, with the battle between the Straw Hat Pirates and the Holy Knights in full swing, expectations are high for new confrontations to unfold.
See below for approximate release times by region:
- 8am (PST) / 11am (EST) – Sunday, June 30
- 4 PM (BST) – Sunday, June 30
- 12:00 PM (Brasilia time) – Sunday, June 30th
- 00:00 (JST) – Monday, July 1st
You can read the chapter officially on the Viz Media or Manga Plus for free, although with limited access. However, for those who want to follow the entire series without restrictions, the Shonen Jump+ offers a monthly subscription with full access.
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