One Piece fans were recently hit with a surprising revelation in chapter 1113, shedding light on Vegapunk’s message about the world sinking. However, this twist wasn’t entirely new to some Japanese readers due to a prior mistake in chapter 1085 that inadvertently spoiled this development months earlier.
The issue stemmed from a line of narration in the original version of chapter 1085, where the text read “沈みゆく世界に夜明けの旗を掲げ,” translating to “Raising the flag of dawn in a sinking world.”
This line clearly hints at Vegapunk’s later revelation in chapter 1113 that the world was destined to sink. To rectify this spoiler, subsequent editions of chapter 1085 were revised to be less revealing, aligning with Eiichiro Oda’s intention to preserve the surprise.
One Piece Fans Discovered Vegapunk’s Message
Despite Oda’s efforts, the initial oversight was picked up by keen-eyed Japanese YouTubers, who discussed and dissected the potential implications, ultimately lessening the impact of the recent manga reveal for many readers in Japan.
Now, with Vegapunk’s confirmation that the world is indeed sinking, speculation is rife among fans regarding the cause and significance of this cataclysmic event. Theories range from the involvement of Imu—a speculated Sea Devil aiming for world domination—to ancient secrets tied to the sinking of the Ancient Kingdom centuries ago.
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In the final version of One Piece Chapter 1085, Lilly's message was edited, and some words were hidden because they contained spoilers that Oda… pic.twitter.com/H3naCp1xKC
— Pew (@pewpiece) April 29, 2024
Looking ahead, the Egghead arc appears to be nearing its climax, with the Straw Hat crew likely preparing to make a strategic retreat to escape the formidable Elders of the Gorosei.
The narrative’s focus on Luffy’s predicament, facing off against the Gorosei with waning strength and limited allies, raises questions about his survival and the crew’s next moves.
The unintended spoiler in chapter 1085 serves as a reminder that even veteran mangaka like Eiichiro Oda can encounter slip-ups in storytelling. As the story hurtles towards its conclusion, fans eagerly anticipate how the Straw Hats will navigate the escalating stakes amidst Vegapunk’s chilling prophecy of a sinking world.
