The first leaks from chapter 1188 of One Piece have begun circulating on social media, pointing to important events involving Luffy, Imu , and Joy Boy. According to the brief spoilers, the chapter is titled "Void" and reveals new details about the mystery surrounding the Void Century.
Additionally, this week's color spread would show the Straw Hat Pirates in an underwater scene. Meanwhile, in the main content, Luffy would use Gear 5 in an unusual way during his confrontation with Imu, taking on a genie-like appearance as the battle intensifies.
Memories of Joy Boy
According to leaks, the chapter also features a flashback connected to Imu. In it, Joy Boy appears prominently for the first time, and his smile is said to have very similar characteristics to Luffy's. This moment reinforces old speculations about the connection between the two characters.
The attack called Void
Another point mentioned in the spoilers involves a decisive attack by Imu. The mysterious ruler would transform his spear into a sword called "Void," striking Luffy in a manner similar to the famous blow Crocodile used during the Alabasta saga.
One Piece 1188: Release Date
| Chapter | Pause Status | Release Date (Official) |
| One Piece 1188 | Confirmed | July 12, 2026 |
| One Piece 1189 | Pause |
Therefore, chapter 1188 will premiere on July 12, 2026 on the Manga Plus.
At the end of the chapter, Imu would state that she knows Luffy isn't Joy Boy, claiming that the legendary character would never be that weak. According to leaks, the manga will go on hiatus next week. For more news about One Piece, anime, and manga, follow AnimeNew's daily updates.
