One Piece Chapter 1169 raw scans: Shanks fails to stop an immortal Harald as Elbaph collapses

One Piece Chapter 1169 raw scans are out, and they give us more insight into one of the most emotional and tragic backstories in the Elbaf arc so far. The title of this installment is "Have to die as soon as possible." The title itself gives readers a glimpse that the events about to unfold are not going to be pretty. We see that One Piece Chapter 1169 has painted the image of Imu to be rotten to the core because it exposes the horrifying price of Imu’s “covenants,” while also pushing Elbaph toward total collapse.

While these raw scans do not have perfect translation, it is recommended to treat this article as a reference point before the official chapter is released. According to these raw scans, the chapter opens with a colored illustration of the Rocks Pirates, and they are wearing black suits. This visual by Eiichiro Oda has set the tone for a grim chapter, which ultimately reflects the intensity of the story.

Disclaimer: This article has major spoilers from One Piece Chapter 1169. Reader's discretion is advised.

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Shanks, Gaban, and the truth about Roger’s son

The story in One Piece Chapter 1169 begins quietly at Gaban’s house, continuing their conversation from earlier chapters. Gaban reveals that he met Garp and learned the truth about Gol D. Roger having a son, information he now passes on to Shanks.

Shank's reaction to this news is simple, but we see that it is truly heartfelt. He says that Roger's child would be just like a younger brother to him. This one statement in One Piece Chapter 1169 reinforces how deeply the old pirate family bonds still matter, even decades later. Although this calm moment does not last long.

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Harald’s final attempt to save himself and Elbaph

One Piece Chapter 1169 then cuts back to the time in the castle where King Harald is going through an internal battle because Imu has taken control over his psyche. He soon realizes that his very thoughts are about to be overwritten, and in a moment of desperation, Haralad gives an unexpected but necessary order to his own guards to kill him.

What follows in Chapter 1169 is chaos. Even while being stabbed repeatedly, Harald recovers instantly, unleashing massive Haki and slaughtering guards. Loki and Jarul arrive to witness the nightmare firsthand, the same massacre foreshadowed earlier now shown in full brutality.

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The Shallows Covenant and the horror of obedience

Meanwhile, in Gaban's house, Shanks continues to reveal an important truth behind the Shallow Covenant. In One Piece Chapter 1169, we get information that he and Harald formed it with an entity known as “the Great One” in the Holy Land. Even this lesser covenant strips free will when within range of its power. Shanks shows the mark on his arm, confirming that even he is not fully free.

Shanks then continues to explain the far more terrifying higher covenant tied to the Knights of God: superhuman strength, immortality, and the power to create an “Abyss” for long-distance travel. In exchange, the Great One’s voice follows them forever. Obedience then becomes absolute. That is when we know that Harald’s dream of joining the World Government to protect Elbaph was always a lie.

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A Father’s Last Plea in One Piece Chapter 1169

Back in the throne room, Loki and Jarul manage to restrain Harald. In a devastating confession, Harald admits he has been doing dirty work for the World Government and was ultimately fooled by Imu. Knowing he can no longer be saved, Harald in One Piece Chapter 1169 begs Loki to kill him, take the throne, and use his death to secure Elbaph’s future.

It is one of the most heartbreaking moments in recent One Piece history. We see a king who is willingly sacrificing his legacy and reputation for his people.

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Imu takes full control while Shanks enters, and still cannot win

But at this point, readers are aware of Imu's cruelty, and it has taken full control over Harlad. We have a double-page spread where we see Harald go on a rampage, where he massacres the remaining guards and declares himself a royal servant. Jarul tries one last time, warning that if Harald eats the legendary Akuma no Mi, the world will end, but Jarul is stabbed through the head mid-sentence.

At the same time, Shanks and Gaban in One Piece Chapter 1169 arrive at Aurust Castle and attack Harald, but his immortality renders their efforts useless. Harald marvels at his new body, while Shanks desperately wonders if there’s any way to cancel the order at all.

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The forbidden treasure awakens

The chapter ends with Loki reaching the treasure room. Inside lies the forbidden Akuma no Mi of Elbaph and the legendary hammer Ragnir. But something is wrong. Ragnir moves on its own, suddenly attacking Loki as a strange voice laughs. The final reveal leaves readers with a chilling implication: Elbaph’s greatest treasures may be alive and far more dangerous than anyone realized.

One Piece Chapter 1169 raw scans continue to solidify the Elbaph arc as one of the most tragic and politically brutal arcs in the series, showing that immortality under Imu is not power; it is an absolute enslavement.