One Piece Chapter 1143 is titled “God’s Knight,” and it takes the story in an even darker and more intense direction. The conflict in Elbaf escalates as new mysteries unfold, the Holy Knights reveal terrifying abilities, and deep-seated betrayals come to light.
One Piece chapter 1143 is set to release on Monday, March 24, 2025 at 12 am JST according to the official MANGA Plus website. With both the Holy Knights and Loki starting to make their respective moves, fans can expect to dive headfirst into the Elbaph Arc’s action when the series returns in roughly two weeks.
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Cover Story: A Race in the Skies
The cover story shows the Straw Hat crew racing across the skies on flying fish, possibly a callback to Duval and the Flying Fish Riders. A lighthearted start, but the main chapter is anything but playful.
The Giants’ Helplessness and the Holy Knights’ Power
The Holy Knights have kidnapped the children of Elbaf, but something unnatural is preventing the giants from intervening. No matter how much they try, they cannot physically touch the children. This eerie restriction adds a supernatural element to the situation—one that could hint at powerful abilities or an ancient rule in play.
Sommers, one of the Holy Knights, finally reveals his Devil Fruit ability: the Iba Iba no Mi (Thorn-Thorn Fruit). It’s a cruel power—anyone who tries to save someone marked by his ability gets pierced by invisible thorns. But there’s a chilling twist: the stronger the love for the target, the more painful the thorns become. This makes the giants’ struggle even more tragic. Their love for the children is their greatest weakness.
Killingham, another Holy Knight, unveils an even stranger ability. He has the Dragon-Dragon Fruit, Model: Qilin, a Mythical Zoan that allows him to materialize objects from people’s dreams. This explains how the children’s fears came to life. The Holy Knights have been manipulating their minds, turning their nightmares into reality.
In a bizarre scene, the Holy Knights casually eat in a forest but forget the salt. Sommers casually thinks about it, and Gillingham pulls salt straight from his dream. It’s an eerie display of power, showing how these abilities can blur the line between imagination and reality.
Loki vs. Luffy: A Short-Lived Battle?
Back in the confrontation between Loki and Luffy’s group, tension reaches a peak. Luffy lands what seems to be a weak punch on Loki—but to everyone’s shock, Loki collapses instantly.
Zoro quickly realizes something is off—Loki was already near death. The prince was fighting through sheer willpower, hiding his injuries until the very last moment.
Despite everything, Luffy demands that Gerth, the healer of Elbaf, treat Loki. She initially refuses, filled with hatred for the prince, but ultimately agrees. This moment is classic Luffy—he values life, even when the person in question is an enemy.
A Flashback of Betrayal: Hajrudin’s Grudge
We then dive into a flashback of Hajrudin’s past, revealing that Loki had bullied him since childhood. This is more than just a personal grudge—Loki’s rule over Elbaf has been filled with injustice.
Hajrudin’s rage stems from something even deeper: his father was murdered, and he has long suspected Loki to be the one responsible. He has waited years for revenge, and now, with Loki at his weakest, the opportunity has finally come.
But then, the chapter delivers its biggest twist. Loki wakes up and, with a weak voice, says:
Do you really think I killed Father because I wanted to? I know you won’t believe me either.
One piece chapter 1143 Release Date and Time
One Piece chapter 1143 officially releases at 12 AM JST on Monday, March 24, 2025 in Japan. Most international regions will instead see the issue be made available on Sunday, March 23. Very few overseas readers will instead see chapter 1143 go live early in the morning on Monday, March 24 like Japanese readers. Exact time of release will vary by region and timezone.
One Piece chapter 1143 is set to release at the following times in the corresponding time zones:
| Timezone | Local release time |
|---|---|
| Pacific Standard Time | 7AM, Sunday, March 23, 2025 |
| Eastern Standard Time | 10AM, Sunday, March 23, 2025 |
| Greenwich Mean Time | 3PM, Sunday, March 23, 2025 |
| Central European Time | 4PM, Sunday, March 23, 2025 |
| Indian Standard Time | 8:30PM, Sunday, March 23, 2025 |
| Philippine Standard Time | 11PM, Sunday, March 23, 2025 |
| Japanese Standard Time | 12AM, Monday, March 24, 2025 |
| Australia Central Time | 1:30AM, Monday, March 24, 2025 |
Final Thoughts & Speculation One piece chapter 1143
This chapter introduces heavy themes of fate, deception, and manipulation. The Holy Knights are terrifying, not just in power but in how they control perception itself. Loki’s cryptic words suggest a hidden truth—was he forced to commit an unthinkable act?
The Elbaf arc is shaping up to be one of the most complex in One Piece. Oda is weaving something massive, and the stakes have never been higher.
No break next week—things are only heating up!
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