Oda Sets One Piece Up for Its Final Stage at Last, and Chapter 1121’s Title Proves It

The longevity of author and illustrator Eiichiro Oda’s One Piece manga series is undoubtedly its most defining feature. With over 1100 chapters and almost 27 years of publication, the series has stood the test of time. While some may be put off by the high number of chapters, those who persevere will discover that Oda’s patient storytelling always pays off. One Piece remains the top-selling manga of all time.

The title of chapter 1121 in the One Piece manga is a fitting callback to a quote from Gol D. Roger, which he first shared early in the series. The title references the specific part of the quote, “the ebb and flow of the ages,”which Roger describes as something that cannot be stopped.

The significance of this term being chosen as a One Piece chapter title lies in the fact that the other two things that Roger claims cannot be stopped have already been used as chapter titles. Although this may not seem important, it actually emphasizes that the manga is now entering its final stages, where the cyclical nature of history will once again come into play.

One of Gol D. Roger’s Most Often Forgotten Quotes in One Piece is Proving to be One of the Most Important

The inclusion of this quote as a chapter title in One Piece chapter 1121 reinforces the idea that the title holds a deeper meaning. The story content reveals that Dr. Vegapunk confirms the importance of being the first to discover the series’ titular treasure in the next generation. When considering the full quote from Roger (which fans believe to be the most accurate version), the significance of using it as a title becomes evident:

“These things cannot be stopped. Inherited will. People’s dreams. The ebb and flow of the ages. As long as people continue to seek the meaning of “freedom,” those things will never stop.”

The phrase “Inherited Will”was initially introduced as the title of chapter 145, and was soon followed by chapter 225’s use of “People’s Dreams”as a title. The recent title of chapter 1121, “The Ebb and Flow of the Ages,”solidifies the idea that Roger’s pursuit of understanding the concept of freedom is culminating.

It is important to note that the chapter featuring this quote is titled “The Legend Begins,”and that the page it is found on is the only one officially hand-colored by Oda himself. Keeping these details in mind, the significance of completing this trilogy of quote-based titles becomes apparent, particularly as the search for the titular treasure reaches its climax.

Dr. Vegapunk’s statement in chapter 1121 of One Piece echoes Gol D. Roger’s words, particularly his belief that there are individuals who cannot be held down. Both Roger and Dr. Vegapunk recognize that as long as there are people who strive for freedom, their dreams and inherited willpower cannot be suppressed. It is likely that Dr. Vegapunk is referring to these very individuals in his message mentioned in chapter 1121.

Considering all of the aforementioned factors, it is evident that chapter 1121 was intended to act as the ultimate preparation for the concluding stages of the series. The extensive spread featured in its final pages only reinforces this understanding. Although the duration of the series’ final stages is still uncertain, it is clear that the end of the series is approaching for fans.

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