One Piece Just Delivered the Most Adorable Nod to Its Original Crew

One Piece has officially begun its journey into the much-anticipated Elbaf arc, with Luffy and the Straw Hats finding themselves lost in a mysterious new area. The latest chapter, 1127, brings an exciting throwback to the original core Straw Hat crew, reminding fans of the group's early adventures together.

The series is now deep into the Final Saga of Eiichiro Oda's epic manga, and the Straw Hats have seen countless adventures since it all began. However, many fans hold a special place in their hearts for the crew's formation during the East Blue saga. This is where Luffy gathered his first few loyal companions—Zoro, Nami, Usopp, and Sanji—who helped him on his journey to becoming the King of the Pirates.

The East Blue saga introduced this core group, and they've been fighting side by side ever since. But in the new Elbaf arc, it seems like fate has separated this core group from the rest of the Straw Hats. As they find themselves in a dangerous area filled with gigantic animals, Nami brings the nostalgia full circle by calling out for help from her original crewmates.

One Piece Kicks Off the Elbaf Arc

Chapter 1127 opens with Nami waking up in a mysterious castle, dressed in a giant-like outfit. This turns out to be Bigstein Castle, and Nami is utterly confused about how she ended up there. After getting attacked by bees, she desperately calls out for help, specifically from Luffy, Zoro, Sanji, and "even Usopp." It's a playful nod to how this core group has been together the longest, even as the Straw Hat crew has grown significantly since their early days.

Nami soon reunites with Usopp, who has also changed into an Elbaf-appropriate outfit. The two briefly question whether they're hallucinating the giant attacking monsters, but they quickly realize the danger is real. Before long, they're joined by Luffy, Zoro, and Sanji. It's been quite some time since this original group embarked on an island adventure together, making this start to the Elbaf arc feel like a nostalgic throwback.

While the rest of the crew remains at sea, the core Straw Hats have made it to Elbaf first, setting the stage for the chaos and excitement that always follows them. As fans eagerly anticipate what comes next, it's clear that this arc will be a significant and nostalgic journey for both the characters and the readers.