One Piecechapter #1140will take a different approach from the previous few installments, shifting the focus back to action rather than deepening the series' lore. What makes this chapter even more exciting isLuffy’s upcoming opponent. The previous chapter moved away from the extensive lore dump surrounding the mural and instead confirmed the presence of the mysterious figure who has been waiting for the Straw Hats on Elbaph Island.
This enigmatic individual has now been revealed as Scopper Gaban, a former member of the Pirate King’s crew. Not only was he part of Gol D. Roger’s legendary crew, but he was also Roger’s left-hand man, possessing strength on par with both the Pirate King himself and Silvers Rayleigh. With a quirky yet humorous personality, combined with formidable power as described in theOne Piece chapter #1139, it’s no surprise that fans are eagerly anticipating this battle. However, after four consecutive chapter releases,One Piecechapter #1140 will be released after a break in the next issue.
What Time Does One Piece Chapter #1140 Release?
Original Series Created by Eiichiro Oda
Following a break in the next issue of Weekly Shōnen Jump Magazine,One Piecechapter #1140 will be released onMonday, August 12, 2025,at midnight Japanese Standard Time (JST),featured in the #13 issue of the aforementioned magazine. Because of the difference in time, the chapter will be available onSunday, July 21, 2025, at 11 AM Eastern Standard Time, 8 AM Pacific Time, 10 AM Central Time, and4 PM Greenwich Mean Timein the Western regions.
The new chapters ofOne Pieceare free to read on Manga Plus and Viz Media websites for a while. These platforms allow visitors to read the first and the latest three chapters ofOne Piece, alongside other popular ongoing shōnen series, for free. Fans with a subscription to the Shueisha’s Shōnen Jump+ app can also read the latestOne Piecechapters.
What Happened in One Piece Chapter #1139?
The Pirate King’s Left Hand Makes A Significant Debut
One Piecechapter #1139, titled “Mountain-Eater,” follows Luffy and his group as they explore the Elbaph king’s castle in search of the key needed to free Loki. As the castle guards were no help, they venture deeper inside and stumble upon a magic circle, the same one Shamrock and Gunko arrived at. As they ponder its purpose, Rodo nervously speculates that ghosts might inhabit the castle. Before they can dwell on it further, themysterious man who has been expecting the Straw Hats on Elbaphsteps forward, and Rodo refers to him as Mr. Ya (the Japanese name of Scopper can be read as Gyaban).
Mr. Ya expresses his excitement at finally meeting Luffy, praising him for his victory over Kaido. Rodo then reveals that Mr. Ya is actually Ripley’s husband, the very human pirate Ripley had spoken about. As Mr. Ya attempts to explain his relationship with Ripley and their son, Collum, he jokingly notes how strange it is that he continues to age while the giants remain so young. When Nami acknowledges his connection to Ripley, Luffy unintentionally blurts out his secret mission to free Loki and his search for the key. Intrigued, Mr. Ya begins questioning Luffy’s motives while also expressing his admiration for troublemakers.
However, Luffy and Zoro brush off his questions, attempting to move forward without answering. This leaves Mr. Ya intrigued as he reminisces about an old argument with Roger, one where Roger insists on embarking on a questionable adventure. More details about Mr. Ya emerge with Usopp and the other giants, discussing the existence of another formidable figure from Roger’s crew. The giants reveal that this man once single-handedly took on numerous pirates, wielding only two axes, and leveled an entire mountain, leaving no trees in sight, earning him the moniker Mountain-Eater.
They further reveal that he was known as the left-hand man of thePirate King. Meanwhile, back with Luffy’s group, Mr. Ya leads them to a hidden room beneath the throne, where they finally discover the key they were searching for. However, just as the chapter reaches its climax, Mr. Ya seizes the key, challenging Luffy to take it from him, as the giants’ revelations align, confirming that Mr. Ya is none other than Scopper Gaban, the left arm of the Pirate King.
With the Latest Chapter, One Piece May Be Drawing Parallels Between the Straw Hats and Roger’s Crew
Scopper’s first impression makes it clear that, out of all the characters in the series,he bears the closest resemblance to Sanji. Luffy even remarks that Scopper feels like an older version of Sanji. Given that Scopper served as the left arm of the Pirate King,One Pieceis subtly reinforcing the parallels between Roger’s crew and the Straw Hat crew. While Zoro is regarded as Luffy’s right-hand man, Sanji, with his exceptional strength, is often considered the left arm.
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With Scopper and Sanji sharing strikingly similar personalities, it’s evident what the creator is implying. Though the exact purpose of aligning the former Pirate King’s crew with the future one remains unclear, these similarities offer deeper insight into the characters and the dynamic within Roger’s crew during their legendary hunt for the One Piece.
What Will Happen in One Piece Chapter #1140?
There is no doubt thatOne Piecechapter #1140 will continue the current narrative, featuring the anticipated battle between Luffy and the Pirate King’s left-hand man, Scopper Gaban. With Scopper emphasized as being capable of standing shoulder-to-shoulder with Roger and Rayleigh, his strength is likely comparable to Rayleigh’s. Given that even in his old age, Rayleigh was able to hold off an admiral like Kizaru and train Luffy during the time skip,Scopper Gaban is sure to present a formidable challenge. Since Gaban appears to be testing Luffy’s strength, Luffy will likely prove himself and potentially even earn Gaban’s respect.
This could lead to Luffy obtaining the key and possibly even convincing Gaban to join him on his journey, while also uncovering the true reason behind Gaban’s anticipation of his arrival. Following this build-up, the chapter may shift perspectives, continuing the action with either the arrival of Shamrock and Gunko at the castle or introducing the new God’s Knight that Shamrock has been expecting. This would makeOne Piecechapter #1140 a thrilling combination of intense battles and lore expansion, setting the stage for the formidable conflicts of the newest arc.
