One Piece Chapter 1190 Theory: The Elbaf Arc’s Dark Secret That Could Rewrite the Final Saga

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By Yopparai | July 28, 2026

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The One Piece community is buzzing with excitement as we approach Chapter 1190, the latest installment in the Elbaf arc that has been shaking the world of Shonen Jump. After the shocking revelations in Chapter 1189, fans are eagerly awaiting what Eiichiro Oda will reveal next. While most theories focus on Luffy’s next transformation or the fate of Imu, there’s a darker theory gaining traction that could completely rewrite the final saga.

The Unseen Threat: Scopper Gaban’s Hidden Agenda

Chapter 1189 left us with more questions than answers. Scopper Gaban, the “Strongest Marine” introduced in this arc, demonstrated power that even the Five Elders can’t match. But what if Gaban wasn’t what he seems? Many fans now theorize that Gaban was actually working as an undercover agent for the World Government, sent to eliminate Imu but forced to play along with his current persona to maintain his cover.

Here’s the evidence:

• Gaban’s knowledge of the Five Elders’ secret meetings
• His ability to defeat Marines who were supposedly on Imu’s side
• His cryptic comments about “the old ways” and “the real power”
• The way he protected Luffy at one point but then immediately attacked

Imu’s True Power: The Ancient Weapon Revisited

While Chapter 1189 confirmed that Imu possesses an Ancient Weapon, the question remains: which one? The most popular theory suggests it’s the “Rain God” or “Nika” equivalent, but there’s another possibility: Imu might be a hybrid of multiple Ancient Weapons, making her far more powerful than anyone realized.

This would explain why:

• She can control both water and fire simultaneously
• Her power seems to be growing exponentially with each chapter
• Even the Five Elders appear to be afraid of her
• Luffy’s Gear 6 has limitations against her power

The Luffy Factor: Gear 6’s Limitations

One of the most controversial aspects of Chapter 1189 was Luffy’s Gear 6: Nika. While powerful, fans have noticed several limitations that could be exploited:

• Gear 6 seems to weaken when exposed to water
• It doesn’t seem to work against certain “divine” powers
• There’s a limit to how long Luffy can maintain the transformation
• It might be designed specifically to be defeated by a particular power

Some theorists suggest that this is by design – Luffy needs to learn to combine his powers with others to defeat Imu, rather than relying solely on his own strength.

What to Expect in Chapter 1190

Based on current theories and the pattern of Oda’s storytelling, here’s what we might see in Chapter 1190:

1. Scopper Gaban’s true identity is revealed
2. Imu demonstrates a new form of her Ancient Weapon power
3. Luffy’s Gear 6 shows a new transformation or weakness
4. The Five Elders make their next move
5. A new character is introduced who might be the key to defeating Imu

Internal Links

For more on One Piece theories, check out:

• One Piece Chapter 1189 Theory: Why Scopper Gaban vs Imu Could Rewrite the Entire Final Saga
• One Piece Chapter 1189: Shanks Knew About Imu All Along — And Gaban Just Saved Luffy From The King of the World

Questions for you: What do you think will happen in Chapter 1190? Do you believe Scopper Gaban is a traitor, or is he truly on Luffy’s side? Share your theories in the comments below!