The fandom reacted instantly to the break, with emotions running high.
Some expressed frustration that the God Valley arc’s momentum was interrupted, while others defended Oda, pointing to his decades of consistency and the importance of rest.
Meanwhile, theory crafting exploded. Fans dissected the bunny-themed cover, speculated about Dragon’s potential devil fruit, and debated the fate of Aerys. Memes also spread quickly—joking that “Garp’s haki broke the printing press” or that Rayleigh’s entrance was “too legendary to publish without extra preparation.”
When Chapter 1162 finally releases, expectations will be sky-high. Likely highlights include:
Rayleigh vs. Saint Summers: a defining battle that could shape his reputation as the Dark King.
Dragon’s escape with Baby Shanks: possibly revealing how Shanks later joins Roger’s crew.
Clash of legends: Whitebeard, Big Mom, Kaido, Shiki, and Roger all in one battlefield.
Celestial Dragon downfall: showcasing their arrogance and cruelty spiraling out of control.
While the delay stings, it may be a sign that Oda is building up to a groundbreaking chapter. Until then, fans can revisit Chapter 1161, craft their theories, and prepare for another unforgettable milestone in the One Piece saga