In Chapter 1129 of One Piece, we can expect the story to kick off with Luffy and his crew emerging from the cage they dove into at the end of the previous chapter. Their first action will likely be to smash the mirror, allowing them to break free through the gaps in the wire fencing.
However, it seems they might not have been in Elbaf all along; they could have been held captive on a ship. This theory gains traction with the introduction of the Sun God, who appears to be a Holy Knight.
The chapter may delve into the Sun God’s role as he reports to the new leader of the Holy Knights, paving the way for their formal introduction into the series—an essential step before the impending final war arc. This character may also be confirmed as the silhouetted figure from the climactic double spread in Chapter 1121 and the enigmatic Man Marked by Flames.
This reveal is significant as it sets the stage for the final arcs of One Piece, particularly the Elbaf Arc, by introducing clear antagonists. Luffy and his crew will likely recognize this as their chance to confront the Man Marked by Flames, which would lead them to acquire the fourth Road Poneglyph needed to reach Laugh Tale.
However, we may have to wait a bit longer for these developments. The immediate focus in Chapter 1129 will likely shift to the Straw Hats exploring the Sun God Holy Knight’s ship, where they could gather crucial intel—information that aligns with what readers have just learned about the Holy Knights’ leader.
There's also a strong possibility that the Straw Hats will encounter Nefertari D. Vivi during this exploration. This makes narrative sense, considering the Holy Knights would logically pursue Vivi, especially since Imu is concerned about her whereabouts. It’s likely they would deploy their forces to capture her directly.
Additionally, with CP0 having failed to recover Vivi at Egghead Island, they may not get another chance. This situation could explain why Eiichiro Oda has intentionally separated the crew members who have a personal connection to Vivi.
The chapter could culminate in an exciting reunion between the Straw Hats and Vivi, setting the stage for a thrilling jailbreak from the Sun God’s ship. This would undoubtedly lead to a full-scale pursuit by the Holy Knights back to Elbaf.
Stay tuned for more updates as we dive deeper into the unfolding saga!
