One Piece Chapter 1,137 Spoilers: Unveiling the Backstory of Elbaph Arc’s Key Players

The Intriguing Title and Cover Story

The spoilers for One Piece Chapter 1,137 reveal an exciting title: “Shamrock Appears.” The chapter begins with a continuation of Yamato’s pilgrimage across Wano, where she and her group encounter soldiers from Who’s Who inside Holdem’s base. As the story unfolds, the focus shifts to the Romance Dawn Trio and Road as they enter the ominous Aurust Castle.

Upon their arrival, Road is taken aback by the damaged front door and the absence of guards, a testament to the castle’s abandonment since King Harald’s demise. Zoro keenly observes that the door was broken from the inside, hinting at the violent events that transpired. Road explains that the destruction is a result of Loki’s fierce battle against King Harald, both of whom are known for their formidable strength.

Discovering the History of Giants and Their Legacy

As the group navigates the castle, they come across the remains of several Giant skeletons, prompting Road to recount the tragic tale of over 100 warriors who perished at Loki’s hands. He reveals that only Jarul and Loki survived that fateful day. The mystery deepens when they notice a skull adorned with horns, leading Road to elaborate on the bloodline of the “Ancient Giant Tribe,” from which no pure-blood members remain.

The narrative takes an emotional turn as they discover a portrait of King Harald, depicted as a bald, fierce Giant with a prominent black mustache and beard, along with scars and a tattoo reminiscent of Ripley’s. Road explains that the marks on Harald’s head are remnants of his own horns, confirming his partial heritage from the Ancient Giant Tribe.

The chapter further explores the complex family dynamics of the Giants, revealing that Hajrudin is Loki’s half-brother, born of King Harald and a Giantess from outside Elbaph. Despite his noble lineage, Hajrudin’s mother faced discrimination, unable to ascend to the throne due to her foreign roots. This prejudice against half-bloods is a recurring theme, as exemplified by Zoro’s inquiry into Road’s loyalty to Hajrudin, leading to a poignant flashback of Road’s childhood bullying and his bond with Hajrudin over shared dreams.

A Shift to the Underworld and the Revelation of Figarland Shamrock

The scene then shifts to the Underworld, where Loki is battered and bloodied from Gunko’s relentless attacks using her Devil Fruit powers. As she crafts arrow-shaped boots to confront him, she mocks his arrogance for refusing their offer to join the Holy Knights. Loki, anticipating her moves, ultimately rejects the proposal again. Gunko capitalizes on this, executing a series of devastating attacks that leave Loki unconscious, alongside his animal companions.

The chapter culminates in a dramatic reveal as “Shanks” removes his cloak, unveiling his true identity as Figarland Shamrock, son of Figarland Garling and leader of the Holy Knights. His striking resemblance to Shanks, minus the scar and with two arms, adds a layer of intrigue. Clad in a classic military uniform reminiscent of 17th-century soldiers, Shamrock commands Gunko to contact Mariejois, expressing frustration over the incompetence surrounding him.

Gunko, now reintroduced as a member of the Holy Knights with the Aro Aro no Mi (Arrow-Arrow Fruit), inquires about Loki’s refusal in relation to the Giants’ faith. The chapter concludes with Shamrock vowing that the World Government will soon bring the once-mighty Giants, who once conquered the New World, under their control.

Overall, One Piece Chapter 1,137 masterfully intertwines rich lore and character development, setting the stage for thrilling confrontations and deeper explorations of the Elbaph Arc’s key players.