One Piece chapter 1171, titled “Iron Thunder Ragnir,” opens with a charming cover page showing Zoro sitting with a cat on his head. However, the story inside sharply contrasts this lighthearted image by revealing terrifying secrets about the World Government and the true power of the Elbaph prince.
Shock at Mary Geoise: Imu Experiences Fear for the First Time
The death of Holy Knight Harald at Loki’s hands sends shockwaves through Imu’s psyche. The world’s supreme ruler is overwhelmed and shaken deeply. Imu had believed Harald to be invincible, making the loss of such a high-ranking “piece” an unbearable blow.
Although the Five Elders suggest sending another Holy Knight to Elbaph to salvage the situation, Imu flatly rejects the idea. His body is already suffering severe side effects following Harald’s fall, and he fears losing another Divine Knight. Imu bitterly admits that Elbaph will never ally with the World Government, as the nation has long been a steadfast ally of the “D. Clan.”
Loki Awakens Legendary Devil Fruit Power
Loki’s ability to defeat a Divine Knight seems impossible, leaving legendary figures Scopper Gaban and Jarul visibly stunned. The Devil Fruit power Loki has consumed is said to be the “legend of Elbaph,” elevating him to an entirely new level.
Back in the present, after learning the truth about King Harald’s assassination, Hajrudin formally apologizes and frees Loki from his Seastone shackles. Suddenly, a nightmarish giant Draugr skeleton monster crashes down into the Underworld.
As Hajrudin’s group prepares to retreat, Loki tells Luffy and the others to go ahead because he… can fly. But Luffy, ever curious, stays behind to witness Loki’s power display.
Loki wields the Iron Thunder Ragnir weapon and unleashes an attack called “Niflheim” (the icy realm from Norse mythology). This freezing strike instantly encases the Draugr monster in ice, thrilling Luffy with excitement. Loki’s power is clearly a devastating new asset in the fight against the World Government.
Meanwhile, worried about Colon, Sanji decides to carry Gaban as they head back to the Surface World together.
Sadly for fans, the manga will take a break next week.