Summary

One Piece’sElbaf Arc has managed to shock all fans once again, with Oda doing what few expected in the story. For the longest time, fans were wondering who the main villain of the Elbaf arc was going to be.

Evenwhen the Holy Knights commanded great presence, it never felt like they were the main enemies of the arc. While Oda could easily have introduced a new character for the arc, he took the unexpected route when he finally revealed that Imu themself was going to be the main villain in Gunko’s body. In doing so, Oda also gave fans a glimpse of Imu’s overpowered Haki.

Imu Is The Main Villain Of One Piece

When it comes to Saint Imu Nerona, fans know very little about them. Right now, all fans know is that they lived in the Void Century and eventually went on to fight Joy Boy and the Ancient Kingdom. Somehow, Imu was able to win, and eventually, the World Government was formed. Since then, Imu has been in power, pulling the strings from behind the scenes. Fans weren’t exactly sure of how strong Imu was when first revealed. However, now, it is clear that their strength is immense. When Sabo attacked the Five Elders, it was clear to see that Imu’s powers were tremendous. On top of that, Imu showcased a very strong Devil Fruit ability as well, although it remains unknown. InOne Piecechapter 1149, Oda also showcased Imu’s immense Haki.

Mu will show you the Dominion of A God! — Imu

Imu Is Now In Elbaf

Initially, the Holy Knights were sent to Elbaf and their goal was to verify that the country submits to the World Government. The World Government, currently under attack, is in desperate need of military power, and that’s precisely why they need Elbaf Giants. The Holy Knights, struggling to complete the mission, were chastised by Imu, and their goal now appears to be to show a demonstration of strength by themself. In other words,Imu, using the body of Gunko, is going to show their arsenal of power.

Oda Reveals Imu’s Majestic Haki In Elbaf

Imu Possesses Conqueror’s Haki

While fans haven’t seen Imu’s full power yet, Oda has given glimpses to them already. In One Piece chapter 1149, Oda gave the fans a good glimpse of Imu’s Conqueror’s Haki. Immediately after arriving on Elbaf, Imu unleashed their powerful Haki,which now covers Gunko’s body. While the strength of the Haki itself isn’t known, what can be said is that it is stronger than the Haki of the Five Elders. Jinbe, Lucci, and Zoro said trb Haki of the Five Elders was “unearthly”, meaning Imu’s Haki Is going to be on another level, and most definitely even stronger than that of the Five Elders, as well as Luffy right now.

Why did the face of the lady become scary all of a sudden? — Elbaf Kids

For now, Imu has only given the fans a glimpse of their Haki. Soon enough,Oda will give the fans a proper look at Imu’s strength. Elbaf has now become one of the most intense arcs inOne Piece, and it just can’t get any more exciting.

One Piece Chapter 1149 will be out in a week. As usual, One Piece is going to drop on Sunday. In Japan, One Piece drops at 12AM JST on Monday. However, the vast majority of international readers will see the chapter available on May 11. The official release date of One Piece Chapter 1149 is June 13, 2025. Fans can read the chapter for free onManga Plus.