One Piece Chapter 1168 Spoilers: Shanks and Harald’s Relationship Will Decide Elbaf’s Fate

December 2, 2025
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One Piece Chapter 1168 is almost here, and excitement across the fandom is higher than ever.

The Elbaf flashback has now reached a turning point, especially after Shanks officially stepped into the story as one of the most central figures alongside Harald.

With both characters now sharing the spotlight, it is becoming clear that this flashback is building toward an emotional and decisive conclusion.

In the previous chapter, readers witnessed Shanks being introduced as a God’s Blade, instantly elevating his importance in the world’s balance of power.

As the flashback progresses, he and Harald will only grow closer—a connection that will ultimately lead to the tragic death of the King of Elbaf. Fans are eagerly waiting to see how Oda develops their relationship in Chapter 1168.

A Closer Look at Shanks and Harald’s First Meeting

Their first encounter already hinted at history between them. Harald felt strangely familiar with both Shanks and Shamrock, suggesting that he may have met Shanks long ago during Roger’s visit to Elbaf. One Piece Chapter 1168 is widely expected to explore this connection further.

Shanks’ cold attitude toward the “lower world” is also suspected to be an act. Harald likely sees right through it. A deeper conversation between the two has been teased ever since Shanks told Gaban that he and Harald once spoke in the Holy Land but couldn’t do so freely. That is exactly why Shanks returned to Elbaf 14 years ago.

The upcoming chapter is expected to show Shanks and Harald talking privately—about the Sun God Nika, the World Government’s darkest secrets, and the kind of future the world truly needs.

Forbidden Topics Will Finally Come to Light

The most heavily anticipated topic in Chapter 1168 is the discussion surrounding Nika, a sacred figure worshipped in Elbaf. Rocks D. Xebec may also be mentioned, considering his deep personal connection to Harald and his rebellion against the Government.

At the same time, Shanks has his own reasons for seeking the truth. He hopes to follow Roger’s will, and to do that, he needs everything Harald knows. Still, Harald is unlikely to reveal everything. Instead, Chapter 1168 may lay the groundwork for Shanks’ return to Elbaf 14 years ago—and the eventual death of its king.

Harald’s Tragic Turning Point

The flashback currently takes place 15 years in the past. Since Harald died 14 years ago, readers are now just one year away from the moment of his death. One Piece Chapter 1168 will likely show Harald’s first shift in perspective, as he begins to uncover the cruel underbelly of the World Government.

Following his conversation with Shanks, Harald may begin sabotaging the Government’s plans to take over Elbaf and turn the Giants into slave warriors. Sommers previously confirmed that everything was proceeding exactly as planned—until Harald decided to disrupt it. This means that before his death, Harald risked everything to save his people from a horrific fate.

Chapter 1168 will take fans one step closer to that moment. With betrayal, ideology, and tragedy all converging, expectations could not be higher.