One Piece fans face another setback as the manga enters yet another hiatus following Chapter 1171's release.
According to trusted leaker @pewpiece on X, the series will go on break after One Piece Chapter 1171 adding to fans' frustration after the chapter itself was already delayed by a week due to Weekly Shonen Jump's scheduled break. Originally set for January 11, 2026, Chapter 1171 now arrives on January 18, 2026.
Understanding the Break Schedule
Unlike previous delays caused by the magazine's schedule, this upcoming hiatus is specifically Oda's break. As @pewpiece clarified: "the previous ones was breaks from the magazine itself this one is actually Oda's break."
While no official reason has been provided, Oda has taken periodic breaks throughout the series' run, including an extended hiatus for health reasons. Though fans hope this is simply a scheduled rest period, the frequency of interruptions during the compelling Elbaf Arc has left many frustrated, particularly when the narrative momentum is at its peak.
What's Next for the Elbaf Arc?
Though Chapter 1171 hasn't released yet, the story's trajectory suggests exciting developments ahead. The extended flashback sequence may conclude in Chapter 1171, potentially setting up a major present-day confrontation in Chapter 1172.
Key possibilities include:
- Loki revealing crucial information about the Void Century
- The giants recognizing Luffy as the Sun God from their mythology
- A potential alliance between Luffy and the giant warriors
- An epic battle upon the manga's return
Despite the breaks interrupting the story's flow, the Elbaf Arc continues delivering the high-stakes storytelling that has made One Piece a cultural phenomenon.
What's Coming for One Piece in 2026?
The One Piece: Elbaph Arc debuts in Japan on April 5th as part of the Spring 2026 anime lineup, running for 26 episodes through year's end. The production team has confirmed a significant pacing shift: adapting Oda's manga at roughly one chapter per episode, bringing the anime much closer to the source material moving forward.
Beyond the anime, Netflix's One Piece: Into the Grand Line premieres March 10th. This second season of the live-action adaptation will cover the Loguetown, Reverse Mountain, Whiskey Peak, Little Garden, and Drum Island arcs. Production is already underway on season three, which will conclude the Alabasta Saga.
With so much content on the horizon, the wait through January will be especially challenging for fans.
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