Warning: SPOILERS for chapter #1129 of One PieceOne PieceChapter #1129 unravels key mysteries surrounding the enigmatic figure known asthe “Sun God"and the strange land where Luffy and his crew have unexpectedly arrived. Titled"Livedolls,“this chapter offers crucial insights into the Straw Hats' current situation, revealing that the city they have been exploring is, in fact, the interior of a giant’s room. Through a flashback, the chapter also explains how the crew ended up in this mysterious place.
However, the most striking revelation is the true identity of the “Sun God.” It turns out that the figure bearing this title is none other thanRoad, the navigator of the New Giant Warrior Pirates. Although his name is not explicitly mentioned in the chapter, the flashback and his distinctive appearance confirm his identity. An interesting insight about Road is that, since the initial teases, there were consistent hints suggesting he would make a major comeback with a significant role.
InOne PieceChapter #866, titled “Natural Born Destroyer”, during Big Mom’s flashback which took place on Elbaf, it is revealed that on the same day as the birth of Loki, the prince of Elbaf, two other giants are born, Goldberg and Road. During this scene, it is mentioned that the giants are preparing for the Winter Solstice festival, a sacred event beginning 12 days prior, where all giants practice fastingto honor the Sun. In retrospect, it is evident that Eiichiro Oda is hinting at the legendary"Sun God” that the land of the giants venerates.
The first visual appearance of Road occurs on the cover page of Chapter #898,titled “We’ll Definitely Return.“This cover introduces Road as the navigator of the New Giant Warrior Pirates. While seemingly a minor detail, the association between the mention of the “Sun” during Road’s birth andthe title of the chapter marking his debut could indicate Oda’s long-term foreshadowing. These small hints suggest that Road may have been connected to the “Sun God” motif long before it became a central plot element.
AlthoughChapter #1129may not place much emphasis on Road’s role in the arc’s main storyline, especially as he is apparently defeated by the Straw Hats, his past connections to the giants’ traditions and his nerdy personality hint that he could still play a significant part moving forward. The reason why Road decided to build a miniature in his room is still unclear. Although the latest chapter hints that Road’s actions may stem from a sense of intellectual superiority over humans, deeper motivations may be uncovered in upcoming chapters.
One detail the series could focus on is why Road took the moniker of “Sun God”. A key reason Road might have a larger role in the arc lies in his nerdy personality and his fascination with the Straw Hats’ unpredictable journey. His excitement over the crew escaping from his miniature, an outcome he did not foresee, hints at a growing interest in their adventure.This curiosity could evolve into an alliance, as Road’s eagerness to witness what the Straw Hats do next might make him a potential ally.
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With his knowledge of Elbaf’s terrain and customs, Road could guide the crew through the landscape and aid them in overcoming future challenges. Additionally, given that Road seems to revere the “Sun God” to the extent of impersonating one, his connection to the Straw Hats is likely to deepen once he witnesses Luffy’s Gear 5 in action. Ultimately, a character whom Oda has teased for so long, especially as a false Sun God, seems destined to play a more significant role than merely serving as a minor introductory villain in thenew arc ofOne Piece.
One Piece
Created by Eiichiro Oda, One Piece is a multimedia franchise that began as a manga series and follows the adventures of the Straw Hat Pirates as led by Monkey D. Luffy. Luffy, an enthusiastic pirate with a thirst for adventure, is afflicted by a mysterious curse that gives him various powers he uses to protect himself and his friends. The manga eventually gave way to the anime series, with the two being some of history’s longest-running anime and manga series. Along with over fifty video games made over the years, the series entered the live-action world with Netflix’s 2023 adaptation.
