This article contains spoilers from One Piece's Elbaf arc.
Summary
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Luffy boosts Haki & Gear 5 in Elbaf.
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Zoro needs to improve stamina and other forms of Haki.
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Sanji's power-up involves scientific growth.
After years and years of waiting, the Straw Hat Pirates are finally in Elbaf, and fans can't wait to see the exciting events of this arc unfold as the story continues. As always, the Straw Hat Pirates will play a huge role here, uncovering some massive mysteries about the world government and engaging in incredibly exciting battles.
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Of course, given that this is the last tale of One PieceThe Straw Hat Pirates will continue to grow stronger as the story progresses through Elbaf, and this is expected if they are to face the mighty threats that come next. Each member of the crew will grow in their own way here, and fans absolutely cannot wait to see what power-ups they get after this arc ends.
Power Ups by Monster Trio
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Luffy needs to work on his overall efficiency
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Zoro lacks stamina with enma
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Sanji must bring out his utmost best
The monster trio will most certainly take the spotlight in the Elbaf arc One Pieceespecially when it comes to the combat side. Fans expect them to take on powerful enemies throughout the Elbaf arc, and as they fight and participate in exciting battles, they will definitely improve their overall skill. For Luffy, the fans know what the next challenges are. Luffy has already gained the power of Gear 5 and he has unlocked all types of Haki as well. It cannot be denied that Luffy is already at a very high level. But if there's one thing the Egghead arc of One Piece made clear, it's that Luffy needs more power if he's going to take down the monstrously powerful Five Elders, or worse, Imu. Joy Boy gave Luffy the answer to what he needs to defeat the Elders and that is a higher degree of Haki. Once Luffy learns how to use Conqueror's Haki at the same level as Joy Boy, he will be unstoppable, and the development towards that begins in Elbaf, likely when he engages in battle against the powerful Holy Knights. Luffy also needs to improve the use of Gear 5 and last longer in this form.
Once you're dead, you're just bones anyway. Beat loud, heartbeat! – Luffy
As for Zoro, fans know he needs to improve in many areas. Although Zoro has good results with Enma, he is nowhere near the level of an Admiral or a Yonko. If he's going to beat Mihawk, he needs to be fat stronger and the challenges from Elbaf, like the Holy Knights or potentially even Loki, will push him to the next level. First, Zoro needs to make sure he doesn't die after a few minutes of using the King of Hell. He also needs to upgrade his Conqueror's Haki as it is quite rough at the moment. Additionally, Zoro will need to develop his other Haki forms as well and, potentially, work on his stamina by pushing himself beyond all limits, which can only be achieved by facing a very powerful enemy.
Meanwhile, Sanji is impressive as always in the Final Saga of One Pieceand fans absolutely cannot wait to see him reach the next level. For Sanji, the next big Power-Up will really revolve around scientific growth, which Oda himself said isn't complete yet. Also, developing his Haki and awakening powers like Conqueror's Haki would be great.
Power Ups by The Weakling Trio
Nami, Chopper and Usopp will have exciting roles to play in Elbaf
While the Monster Trio of the Straw Hat Pirates are always at the center of some of the most exciting power-ups in One Piece, the weak trio never really do much. But Elbaf needs to take this trio in a different direction. If the Straw Hat Pirates are to compete with other emperors and surpass them to become a Pirate King crew, all members must be very strong, which places great expectations on the Weakling Trio.
As for Chopper, fans can't expect much, given that he rarely gets into big fights in One Piece. Chopper recently received the power-up that allows him to fight for 30 minutes in Monster Point, and that will likely continue as his best power for a while.
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Nami on the other hand will need a major boost. Right now, she is weak, although she recently gained access to Zeus's power. Oda has already pointed out on many occasions that Nami's powerful Zeus is not the invincible weapon many believe it to be. As such, Nami needs to strengthen herself with powers like Haki. Given that Elbaf is deeply connected to the god of lightning, Thor, Nami may get a power-up along those lines in the arc's future.
Luffy will never stop until he becomes the Pirate King! – Nami
At the same time, Usopp has the most exciting future ahead of him. Usopp has always wanted to come to Elbaf and believed that this is where he will realize his dream of becoming a proud warrior. Undoubtedly, Usopp is still far from achieving his dream and this may well change in the arc. Usopp can gain Armament Haki in this arc, and if luck is on his side, he can also gain Conqueror's Haki. It all depends on which way Oda wants the story to go. His weapon, Kuro Kabuto, could also see some major upgrades in this saga of history.
Power Ups for the remaining Straw Hats
The other straw hats may not get much of a boost
The remaining members of the Straw Hat Pirates will grow in the Elbaf arc One Piece likewise, but their growth may not be as pronounced as the other six. Robin, for example, could gain access to Haki, but for Jinbe there might not be a clear powerup since he's already very powerful. Franky could go on to achieve a scientific power-up by working with Vegapunk or somehow incorporate the Adam Tree into his arsenal.
Finally, Brook may or may not receive an exciting power-up. Either Oda will keep him as he is, or he can link Brook's powers to Elbaf's Underworld, which would make a lot of sense, and strengthen Brook's demonic powers there. There is potential for most Straw Hats to grow stronger in this part of the story, and fans absolutely cannot wait to see what happens next in this major story arc that continues to surprise all readers and exceed expectations.
One Piece is available to read via Viz Media. The series can be read by fans officially and for free in the Shonen Jump and Manga Plus apps. The release date for the next chapter of One Piece, One Piece 1136, is set for January 19, 2025.

- Release date
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October 20, 1999
- Creator
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Eiichiro Oda
- Number of episodes
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1122