Chapter 1153 of One Piece is set to continue the Elbaph flashback saga with deeper revelations about King Harald and his violent reign from over a century ago. As Luffy and the Straw Hats remain stranded in the Underworld with the Giants, readers are transported further back in time to uncover a long buried story that may shape the final confrontation against the God’s Knights.

One Piece chapter 1153 will be officially released on Monday, June 30, 2025, at 12 am JST. International readers will be able to access it on June 29 depending on their region. The chapter will be available to read for free on Viz Media and Manga Plus, while a subscription to Shonen Jump+ will provide full access to the series.

The previous chapter introduced two parallel flashbacks that unearthed both personal and political histories in the One Piece universe. On one hand, Gaban’s revelation about Conqueror’s Haki and its use against the God’s Knights gave the Underworld group a fighting chance. On the other, Shanks and Gaban’s distant past offered clues about a long standing mystery involving Elbaph’s forbidden Devil Fruit, a mysterious source of Haki, and the death of Harald himself. As Loki reluctantly began recounting his memories, readers witnessed a powerful moment where the Giants’ king was betrayed within his own castle, while Shanks observed from afar, recalling his unresolved connection with Harald.

Now, chapter 1153 is expected to fully dive into the timeline set 109 years ago. Fans will likely see the younger Harald in action as he storms a castle and strikes fear into the hearts of his enemies. This version of Harald is far from the revered ruler remembered by some he is portrayed as chaotic and unrestrained, bringing ruin to all who oppose him. Readers may witness the origin of his infamous reputation and the decisions that led to his eventual transformation from a warmonger to a more reflective monarch. Questions also loom about the stolen Devil Fruit, the mysterious Haki presence, and whether the World Government played a hidden role in the fall of Elbaph’s leadership.

With no official spoilers released yet, speculation suggests that One Piece chapter 1153 will be dense with character exploration and will continue to build tension as the final war approaches. The connection between the flashbacks and the present day Sun World storyline grows tighter with each reveal, especially as Zoro’s untapped Haki potential and Luffy’s unexpected alliance proposals hint at a major turning point in the arc.

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Chapter 1153 may not offer action in the present timeline, but its emotional and historical significance makes it one of the most anticipated installments of the year.

 

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