One Piece fans, brace yourselves for some epic action and poignant moments in the upcoming Chapter 1088. This weekly spoiler is sure to thrill all of us as we join the Straw Hat Crew in their epic journey. But remember, tread lightly, for there are major spoilers ahead!
The upcoming chapter, intriguingly titled “The Last Lesson” is slated to air on Monday, July 24, at 12:00 am JST. This means it’ll be a Sunday (July 23th) treat for most of the world, with timings being: 8.00 am PT, 11.00 am EST, 4.00 PM BST, and 8.30 pm IST.
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- 11:00 am Eastern Time (EST)
- 4:00 pm British Time (BST)
- 5:00 pm European Time (CET)
- 8:30 pm Indian Time
- 11:00 pm Philippine Time
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One Piece Chapter 1088 Spoilers: A Flashback to Marineford
Our journey starts with a nostalgic flashback in old Marineford. The chapter showcases a special color spread featuring Luffy, Zoro, Nami, Usopp, and Sanji in the forefront, ready for battle. We also glimpse the familiar faces of Shanks, Koby, Buggy, Kuro, Garp, Mihawk, Arlong, and possibly Krieg or Smoker in the background.
The storyline shifts to Garp conducting a class for new Marines. Among them is Koby, fresh and eager for his first lesson. Garp poses a thought-provoking question, which tests the moral fabric of these budding Marines and reveals a lot about the upcoming plot.
A Lesson in Priorities and the Future of Young Marines
Garp’s question involves a rescue dilemma ā if a baby and an old man were stranded on an island and the boat could only hold two people, who would they save? Koby, displaying his empathetic nature, suggests he would get down from the boat so both the baby and the old man can live.
Garp disagrees, sparking an ideological conflict. According to him, as Marines, their duty is to protect the future, which the baby represents, over the old man who doesn’t have much time left. This belief leads to a clash with a Marine instructor who insists on the equality of all lives.
However, Garp stands firm, emphasizing, “The future of young people is limitless!!”
Koby’s Stand against Blackbeard
The flashback segues into another memory from Amazon Lily, after Boa Hancock’s recent incident. Despite Vice admiral Yamakaji’s reluctance to act against a Yonkou without Marine HQ’s approval, Koby takes a stand. He offers to be taken prisoner by Blackbeard in place of his men, displaying his unwavering sense of duty.
This brings us back to the present, where Koby, Helmeppo, and Grus are on Garp’s battleship, facing a giant hand attack from the pirates. They take swift action under Garp’s orders, despite the laughing pirates doubting their capabilities without Garp.
Koby’s Courageous Effort to Save Garp’s Battleship
The narrative then shifts focus to Grus asking Koby why Garp trusted him with the task of destroying the giant hand. In the face of danger, Koby, weaponless but determined, assures him he will find a way. Despite a direct hit from a bullet explosion, Helmeppo manages to block it with his sword, providing a momentary relief.
Unyielding, Garp takes on Kuzan in a swift and powerful confrontation, landing him to the ground. He then launches himself towards the skull, dealing a massive attack, “Galaxy Divide!!!” The impact is immense, splitting the skull in two and leaving Pizarro’s real body severely wounded.
Following in Garp’s path, Koby and Grus launch their counter-attack. However, even in pain, Pizarro retaliates by trying to crush Garp’s battleship with his hand. This sets the stage for another flashback involving Koby and Helmeppo’s early days in the Marines.
Revealing Koby’s Determination and Grit
The flashback reveals Koby’s hard-earned progress due to intense and secret training. Despite his lack of innate fighting skills, he overcomes this deficit by training 100-200 times harder than his peers. His dedication includes secretly training at night by punching Garp’s “battleship bag,” a fact that Garp reminisces with a smile.
In the present, the pirates, confident that Koby won’t be able to stop the giant hand, mock him. Undeterred, Koby charges forward to attack the giant hand, acknowledging the high stakes, “If I can’t do this, everyone will die because of me…”
The Young Hero’s ‘Honesty Impact’
In a stunning visual display, Koby destroys the entire giant arm with a powerful punch, “Honesty Impact!!!” Pizarro screams in pain as his real arm breaks from the impact. Koby’s valor leaves Garp laughing through his tears, while Helmeppo and Grus are in shock.
As stones begin to fall, Grus uses a technique called “Clay Web” to create a giant clay net, saving Garp’s battleship. After the dust settles, Koby, Helmeppo, and Grus find themselves safely aboard the battleship.
Garp, however, commands the ship to sail away from Hachinosu immediately, reassuring them that he will find a way to survive. Garp insists that their mission is already completed, and their safety is the most important thing.
Garp’s insistence on the young Marines’ lives brings us full circle to his lesson at the beginning of the chapter. He reiterates, “All of you are the “future of the Marines”!!!”
In the last heart-stopping scene, Garp lies on the ground with an ice blade lodged in his chest. Surrounded by the Blackbeard Pirates and Kuzan, he continues to laugh even as the ice spreads from his wound. Kuzan’s expression remains a mystery, adding to the tension.
The Legendary Hero Disappears and the Young Hero Returns Safely
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In a heartbreaking twist, the narrative reveals that the “legendary hero Garp” has vanished at Hachinosu, the “Pirate Island.” The news of his disappearance coincides with reports of the “young hero Koby” returning safely. The world is left to grapple with the loss of a legendary figure and the rise of a new hero.
Amidst these shocking revelations, another surprising piece of news comes to light. The “Yonkou Straw Hat Luffy” has reportedly taken over Egghead Island as his stronghold. A user ‘adnaphsaka’ from the fandom community clarifies that the term used in the RAWs is “barricading oneself,” which suggests that Luffy is fortifying himself at Egghead Island rather than claiming it as permanent territory.
A New Threat Looms at Egghead Island
The chapter concludes with a panel showing Marines’ ships closing in on Egghead Island, suggesting a potential clash in the future. The stakes continue to rise as the Straw Hat Pirates are poised to face a new threat. As the manga series moves forward, we can’t wait to see what new surprises, challenges, and battles lie ahead.
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And don’t forget, One Piece chapter 1088 (S20 E179) will air on Monday, July 24, at 12:00 am JST, so set your alarms and prepare for another thrilling chapter in the saga. Stay tuned for more updates!
