In Elbaf, the Giants try to put out a fire before it spreads to Yggdrasil, the World Tree. In addition, several large bees have been falling from the tree, clearly having been injured, which confuses the Giants even more. The Giants also say that their Ear God has fallen, which is a shock to them because they consider it a giant, even amongst themselves.

Elsewhere, in what is known as Bigstein Castle, Nami has taken down one of the giant bees with help from Zeus. She desperately starts crying for her crewmates to save her as she has no idea where she currently is or how she got here. Suddenly, she hears Usopp’s voice and starts heading towards him, but she trips over the bumpy floor and comes face-to-face with a giant hedgehog, which while cute startles her. The hedgehog, in turn, gets startled too and begins to angrily chase her. Nami does find Usopp, but he too is being attacked by a large animal, in this case a giant cat. The hedgehog catches up to Nami as she extends Zeus to zap it, while also falling in the process. Thankfully, Nami lands on the cat as the hedgehog gets zapped, and it falls onto the cat, also zapping it.

Unfortunately, this only enrages the cat, and it starts chasing Nami and Usopp as the two try to get their bearings. Usopp tells Nami that like her, he just woke up in the castle wearing a new outfit, but they both remember they were drinking a special type of alcohol given to them by the Giants on the ship, which they said is powerful enough to cause hallucinations. Eventually, the two reach a dead end, but Usopp becomes convinced that the cat chasing them is a hallucination and everything else is a dream, which makes him confident he will be okay, only for the cat to actually hit him, proving that it is not an illusion.

The cat’s attack pushes the two off the edge. After they land, they see the cat has now transformed into a lion. Nami ends up using Usopp as a shield to protect her, much to his displeasure. Thankfully, however, Luffy, Zoro, and Sanji finally appear and simultaneously take out the lion, which turns back into a cat as it passes out. Luffy says he will not eat the cat because the rabbit they ate was filling enough while Sanji comforts Nami, who claims that Usopp is dead now, which is not true. Luffy says that the other animals in the castle are tasty, they should try hunting them, but Zoro points out that locating the ship and the rest of the crew takes priority. Sanji, meanwhile, states they should exploit the giant bees they encountered, but Nami is left incredulous by how nonchalant everybody is regarding their new situation, once again asking where they are right now.

A Lego Castle and Viking Outfits

Nami finds herself in a massive castle made entirely of Lego pieces, including the plants! This peculiar setting was first hinted at the end of the previous chapter. Before diving into the specifics of this Lego castle, let’s recap how the Straw Hats arrived here.

At the beginning of Chapter 1126, we saw the Giant Pirates and the Straw Hats celebrating as they left Egghead. However, things took a wild turn when they got blacked out from drinking absinthe. Upon waking up, they discovered the Thousand Sunny was missing, leaving the crew divided. Robin, Frankie, Brook, Jinbe, Bonnie, Lilith, and Kuma ended up with the Giant Pirates, while Nami wakes up alone in this strange Lego room, dressed like a Viking and seemingly trying to sell an O.

Elbaf Trivia: The Viking Connection

The name Elbaf resonates with Viking lore, and it’s interesting to note that Lego was created by Ole Kirk Christiansen, a Danish carpenter. Denmark is part of Scandinavia, which was home to the Vikings. This connection might not be a coincidence, as Oda often weaves real-world history into the One Piece narrative.

The Battle Begins

As Nami navigates the Lego castle, she encounters enormous insects and spots Usopp, who is being attacked by a giant cat. Just as Usopp struggles against the cat, it transforms into a giant lion. In a dramatic turn of events, Luffy, Zoro, and Sanji arrive just in time to execute a coordinated combo attack, taking down the lion. The chapter concludes with the core Straw Hats reunited and ready to leave the Lego castle.

A Familiar Pattern

This reunion is reminiscent of previous arcs where the Straw Hats find themselves in bizarre situations upon arriving on a new island. This pattern has been seen in arcs like Punk Hazard, Whole Cake Island, Wano, and Egghead. It seems Oda enjoys starting new arcs with the crew facing strange creatures and challenges.

Speculations on Elbaf

As the Straw Hats leave the castle, what lies ahead? There are hints that the storyline will revolve around Prince Loki and the potential suppression of Elbaf. Luffy may have to take action to liberate the island. Some fans speculate that this arc could serve as a training ground for the crew, especially for those who lack Haki, such as Robin, Frankie, Usopp, and Brook.

The Giant Cat: A New Threat?

The giant cat that transforms into a lion raises questions. Is it a creature that has consumed a Devil Fruit, or is it a unique being native to Elbaf? The fact that Luffy, Zoro, and Sanji teamed up to defeat it could suggest that this will be a significant moment in the upcoming episode.

Potential Hallucinations?

Given that the crew consumed absinthe, there’s a possibility that they might be hallucinating. Each character was seen drinking, which could lead to some bizarre encounters as they navigate this new world.

Conclusion: What’s Next for the Straw Hats?

As the Straw Hats gear up to leave the Lego castle, the anticipation builds for what’s next in Elbaf. Will we see deeper lore regarding Joy Boy? Will they uncover the final Road Poneglyph? One thing is for sure: this arc promises to be filled with excitement and revelations.

FAQs

Q1. When will Official One Piece Chapter 1127 be released?
A1. One Piece Chapter 1127 will be released on Sunday, September 22, 2024, at 7 AM PT. The global release will follow at 11 AM Eastern Time, 4 PM British Time, 5 PM European Time, 8:30 PM Indian Time, and 11 PM Philippine Time.

Q2. How does One Piece Chapter 1126 end?
A2. One Piece Chapter 1126 concludes with Nami waking up in an unfamiliar room, dressed in a Viking outfit, unable to recall what happened to her and the rest of the crew.